QUILTING SUPPLIES
This is the first of a ten part series designed to teach you the basics of quilting from choosing fabric to displaying the finished product and everything in between. It is meant to help make that special quilt even more fantastic.
Before you can begin to quilt, you are going to need some basic quilting supplies. In Part One, we will discuss some of the essential tools required to start quilting.
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Most of you know that Nana winters in Costa Rica. Every 90 days, however, foreign expats are required to leave Costa Rica. Most of us choose to take a 2 to 3 day “time-out” in Nicaragua. This weekend, my dear husband and I took a mini-vacation to Granada.
Granada is a wonderful city full of restaurants, nightlife, culture, and many sights to see!! Handicrafts are one of the most important industries of Nicaragua and the variety of products is extensive. Check them out……
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You have found a wonderful pattern, but can’t find the recommended yarn. What can you do? Can you substitute? Absolutely!! Find out how to substitute yarn in that gorgeous pattern.
Most patterns are written for a specific yarn and you will get the best results by using that recommended brand, however, you can easily substitute the yarn with another. Here are a few hints and tips for finding your best match.
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Having a summer wedding? Start now to crochet all those pretty, lacy things to celebrate your wedding in style.
From dresses to decor, crochet will add a touch of romantic to your wedding day. Nana has composed a list of 10 stunning items to make your day special!
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National Hobby Month was created to to encourage people to try new hobbies. January is the perfect month to take up a new hobby and learn something new. New year, new you!
What hobby would you like to try??
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