Two Ribbon Star Quilts

Two Ribbon Star Quilts

This past Christmas Eve, my husband and I hosted a dinner for some wonderful friends who had never before been to Utah. I wanted to give the mother and grandmother something special, and to me, “special” is always a hand-made quilt. The quilts in the photos below are...
The Finished Quilted Present Quilt

The Finished Quilted Present Quilt

Last month I showed you my beautiful present quilt top. I had sewn together all the fabric pieces to create the beautiful top, but I had not yet had a chance to add batting and backing and sew it all together. Today, I’m excited to show you the finished quilt, with...
Delicious Christmas Sandwich Cookies

Delicious Christmas Sandwich Cookies

These cookies are easy and delicious! They never last long at my house! What you’ll need: One chocolate cake mix (any kind will do, but for me, the more chocolate the better) 2 eggs 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 can of frosting (I used vanilla, but any flavor will...
A Simple Amish Christmas

A Simple Amish Christmas

I love Christmas. I love the decorations and the lights. I love being with family and eating good food and singing Christmas carols. But every year around this time, my chest gets tight and I start to panic about all the things that need to be done before Christmas....
The Present Quilt

The Present Quilt

I know that last month I promised to show you a Thanksgiving table runner this week, but I just couldn’t resist starting my Christmas sewing. I love this present quilt! It is very happy, almost whimsical, and you can make this pattern for any occasion, using happy...