Triangles Triangles Triangles

This quilt is done by Pam Peterson. Simple half-square triangles. But the quilting makes the quilt. Gives it more interest. I might have to do this one. 

Row by Row 2016

Today starts the Row by Row Shop Hop. Come by to pick up your free pattern for our row. 

international Quilt Market

The beginning of four days of quilting overload. 

Umpqua Valley Quilers Quilt Show

Come see Sally Welch and I at the Quilt Show in Roseburg. We are all ready. Come on down. Today through Sunday. 

Back Again

I've been away from blogging but I'm back again. I'm seeing too many beautiful quilts not to share. This one is called All About Me using some great animal prints. Looks like Marilyn Bounds used

everyone she had. It's a great pattern to highlight your favorite collection. 

My Sampler Block Shuffle

Sorry this is so late but I did have it done (at least the top finished) by February 1st. I finished it at our Winter Retreat. I had another person working on there's also. Peggy Jo set hers the traditional way with sashing and cornerstones. Remember Quilters Choice. 

This ones mine. I love it. 

Winter Retreat Day 2

Our camp photo

Winter Retreat 2017

Everyone is here and getting settled in for four days of quilting. We had a wonderful meal prepared by Paul and Chris. They are the best. More later. 

MODA - Sampler Block Shuffle - Week 11

Here is the last of blocks (an applique one) and the finishing instructions according to the MODA designer.  I love the stripey way it is set.  You don't like it?  Then you can choose your own setting.  Or make more blocks and make it bigger.  Remember "Quilter's Choice".  I hope to have my quilt done by February 1st.  I have all of you to help me be accountable.

 I'm trying to get a Block-of-the-Month quilt done so I can have it to hang at camp.  You don't know what camp is?  Something To Crow About hosts 40 quilters twice a year for four days at the McKenzie River Mountain Resort in Blue River, Oregon.  We've been doing this for about 15 years.  Everyone has a fabulous time with lots of quilting.  If you are interested, give us a call and we will give you all the details so you might be able to join us at a future camp.

Block 30

Setting Instructions


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Quick Start Quilting Class

Just took Kim Rathbun's quilt off the machine. She took Something to Crow Abouts Quick Start Quilting class. A new class is starting on January 12th. Give us a call for details if you are interested. 

MODA -Sampler Block Shuffle - Week 10

Three more blocks to add to your pile.  One more block and finishing instructions to go.  As you will see, I changed the piecing of one of the blocks shown.  A great way to add a different block with the same cutting instructions.  Change the background (either light or dark).  Or maybe using more than one background in one block.  What about star points in?  Or out?  For me it's always "Quilter's Choice".  Make it your own by changing a few things.  Some quilters change just a few things and other change a lot of things.  Use you favorite fabric in every block or just a few.  Whatever works for you.  Enjoy,  Kennette

Block 27

Block 28

Block 29  

MODA-Sampler Block Shuffle - Week 9

Are you keeping up with all the blocks?  I love the small size.  They are easy to do and it doesn't take too much time.  This week I needed the time.  My Mom ended up in the hospital and my time isn't my own.  So I'm thankful for the holidays and thankful for the few blocks.  There are only a few more posts for blocks.  You will get a total of 30 blocks.  Only one more applique block is scheduled.  Are you excited about what your finished quilt will look like.  It's a little different and I like it.  Are you curious yet??? 

Block 24

Block 25

Block 26

MODA - Sampler Block Shuffle - Week 8

Hopefully everyone has had a joyous Christmas.  Ours was very low key.  My Mom is having some health issues so we stayed close to home.  I love the Hallmark Channel.  I got to watch it all day and sew.  Loved it!!  Here are three more blocks.  Enjoy them and the New Year.  Be safe!


Block 21

Block 22

Block 23

Merry Christmas

The Moda Block Sampler will post on Saturday.  I hope everyone has a fabulous Christmas. 

Moda - Sampler Block Shuffle - Week 7

Boy, I tell ya.  You guys know how to count.  Where is Block 16?  Where is Block 16?  I was so excited about the Crow Block, I did it first.  Then did one of the two other pieced blocks and it was not 16.  So guess what, you will get it this week with two other block and we will get back in line regarding the numbering order.  These three blocks are a little more challenging.  More pieces and SMALLER pieces.  I'm still working with my same group of fabrics.  Getting smaller and smaller pieces left over.  I'll probably need to add a couple more pieces of background.  You can never have enough backgrounds.  For every color of fabric purchased you should buy a background.  You can never have enough.

Block 16 

Block 19

Block 20

Are you still working on all those flying geese units for the border???

Christmas is Winding Down

The last quilt due for Christmas for Tall Trees Quilting. This is a Christmas quilt made by Beverly Reardon. A Christmas Twister. A great way to use up some of those Christmas fabrics. 

Batting and 12 Days of Christmas

Today, Something To Crow About, has batting by the yard on sale.  It's Day 9 of the 12 Days of Christmas. Have you come into the shop and picked up your coupon sheet for the 12 Days of Christmas?  You need a coupon to take advantage of ALL the December Discounts.  There is a great one for the Coupon Sale on December 28th through 30th.

"BATTING", everyone needs batting to get even the smallest of table runners or wall hangings completed.  I do save my smaller pieces to use in smaller projects.  But when I need a piece for a larger wall hanging or quilt, I never seem to have the right size.  I like what Hobbs 80/20 provides me for my quilts.  I like the way it looks after a quilt or wall hanging has been washed.  Hobbs 80/20 is my "go to" batting every time. 

Have you got your shopping done?  Have you trimmed your house?  What about your tree?  Have you planned your Holiday meal or meals?  Do you have family and/or friends arriving for the Holidays?

Me,  No, No, No, Mom does that one, No we are traveling to Roseburg. 

I think I will try to get some shopping done tomorrow.  Stay tuned, Kennette

MODA - Sampler Block Shuffle - Week 6

So far this is my favorite block.  You know which one.  The one with the crow.  And of course, crow and stars.  OMG!!  I love this little block.  It was so easy to applique.  I know, I know.  The star points are not fun but mine are funky stars.  I just love them.  If crows are not your thing, make your bird blue for those pesky Blue Jays.  Or what about Red, for those Holiday Cardinals.  Remember my famous saying, "Quilter's Choice".  That also means, if you don't want to do the applique, that's o.k.  Choose your favorite block to add to your growing stack.  Only two blocks this week so you will have time to do the applique.  Keep tuning in for more blocks.


Block 17

Block 18

Baskets

I love this quilt. Old fashioned cheddar.

A new shop sample made by Louise Gast. It should be on display soon. Kits available. 

Chicken Coop

I've mentioned my "no" Chicken Coop.  I just love the rustic look and the old barn wood exterior.  It makes me smile every time I look at it and think about all the chickens that have lived in in.  We haven't touched it but painting the trim occasionally.  I think I'll leave it that way.  I'm not the kinda person that wants to clean up an old Chicken Coop.  Maybe I can get Jim to do than job???  Don't think so.  But it is still cute!!