07/30/2026
Over the past year, many of you have seen photos of colleagues in our quilt guild as I post the "Show & Tell" projects. Since I am the publicity volunteer, I'm usually photographing others and not myself. So, I thought I'd share a little about the projects I've been working on personally and why quilting has become such a special part of my life. ❤️
There is something incredibly satisfying about taking pieces of fabric and turning them into something beautiful and meaningful. Every quilt is a journey—from choosing fabrics and learning new techniques to watching it come to life on the longarm machine. It's creative, relaxing, and yes...sometimes a little challenging! 😊
But the greatest gift quilting has given me isn't just the quilts—it's the friendships.
Joining the Hudson River Piecemakers Quilt Guild has introduced me to some amazingly talented, generous, and encouraging people. They share their knowledge, cheer each other on, laugh together, and inspire one another every step of the way. I feel so fortunate to be part of this wonderful group.
What makes me even prouder is that our Guild believes quilts are about more than fabric. Through our community service projects, we've created quilts for veterans, children entering foster care, scholarships for local students, and many other charitable causes. It's amazing how something made with your hands can bring comfort, hope, and love to someone else.
Quilting has reminded me that beautiful things really are created one stitch at a time—and life is even better when you share the journey with others.
And yes...I'm a little excited! 😊 This weekend, I'll have four of my own quilts on display at our "Each Quilt Tells a Story" Quilt Show! It's both exciting and humbling to have my quilts hanging alongside the incredible work of so many talented guild members.
If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend, I'd love for you to stop by!
🧵 Each Quilt Tells a Story
📅 Saturday, August 1 (9 a.m.–4 p.m.) & Sunday, August 2 (9 a.m.–2 p.m.)
📍 Hadley-Luzerne Junior/Senior High School
273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY
Come see more than 100 beautiful quilts, shop our boutique and vendors, watch demonstrations, and celebrate the creativity and friendships that make quilting such a joyful hobby.
I hope to see some familiar faces there! 💕🪡🧵
PS: Someday I will master the "binding" portion of my quilts -- not today though!