Month: May 2017

  • Scrap Map Throw Pillow Sewing Tutorial

    Scrap Map Throw Pillow Sewing Tutorial

    A few weeks ago, I saw the idea for a US map quilt that looked great, but also like a lot of work. I decided to make a throw-pillow size instead using fabric scraps. It turned out better than I expected, and matches almost any color scheme! Here’s how you can make one: Start by…

  • Close to Me

    A friend of mine draws pictures and will trade them for covers of songs he likes. Here’s the latest. His drawing, a tribute to my recent struggles with dandelions in the yard: My video, “Close to Me” by The Cure: