It's that time of year again! Next weekend is the annual Fine Art of Fiber show at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Thursday 11/1, ...

The owner's great-grandmother made this quilt in 1974 for his mother.  It was made from the fabrics of dresses from his mother's ...

So, here's how I had fun on a cool, grey, damp Saturday afternoon. I’m taking the next step in the research into the names on a qui...

For me, buttons are just about the coolest things in the world.  I am constantly amazed by how many kinds of buttons people have managed to ...

  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...