"So let's look into the matter of pie making in order that we may learn for all time the secrets they're only a few in number”that will enable all of us to supply our home folks with pies which they will enjoy and of which we may be proud." ~ Mary Brooks Picken * * *...
The Joy of Doing Things Inspiration, 1922 Of all of the joys that enter into our lives, it would be difficult to find one greater than that which brings us the exclamation, "See, I did this all myself." I know of a woman who, until about a year ago, could not bake a...
I am looking forward to my upcoming Kansas City book events Sept.2nd-4th, and I am thrilled to celebrate the release of Vintage Notions with favorite local retailers who have inspired me: Curious Sofa, Urban Mining, and Tomboy Design Studio. Check my events schedule...
The last few week I have met some wonderful people while traveling to share my book Vintage Notions. Here are some photos from a book signing event I did at the Liberty Quilt Shop in Cedar, Michigan. Thanks to Judy and her team for hosting a...
I am enjoying wonderful weeks in Michigan with my family and friends, three so far and two more to go. This is a much needed break from my daily work routine in Kansas City, here I refuel....time with my kids and enjoying all the beauty of "Up North" are at the top of...
This is the major piece of my recent story. I am at the TNNA show in Columbus and just attended the International Quilt Market in Minneapolis to introduce Amy Barickman's Vintage Notions, An Inspirational Guide to Needlework, Cooking, Sewing, Fashion and Fun. Shop...
Naming a product line, business, or blog can be a fun and challenging exercise. The process of brainstorming names for my Indygo Junction sewing patterns has gotten more challenging over the 20 years as we have already used some of our favorite names. But I am always...
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