I must admit that the quilt repair process can get kind of boring when it gets down to the actual sewing.  Once I figure out what needs...

You guys, I just can't say no to a batch of mystery buttons.  No matter how bland it looks at first glance, there are sure to be treasur...

My mother-in-law Jeanie knew how to dress well and properly.  All the time.  All occasions.  This photo was taken in 1961.  She is stan...

A short while ago, I once again went to Kalona, IA, for the Iowa-Illinois Quilt Study Group meeting.  While there, I wandered the museum s...

  This quilt has been on a magical journey of rediscovery. It was sent to me for repairs a few years ago.  When I told the owner that I...

It's always both sad and wonderful when someone brings me a beloved family quilt that has, well, seen better days, but is still quit...

This was one of those times when repairing a quilt was all about saving family history and sweet memories. Here's the email messag...