New Cutting Template and Goodies in my Online Shop!

I needed a cutting template that I could find AND was the right size for cutting my pincushions. I had one made! This acrylic ruler in lime green is a great hand size, 4" x 10". It's 1/8" thick for cutting, not for quilting ruler work like most of my rulers.

I work on a small cutting table and mat next to my machine, so this fits nicely on the cutting mat. Most pincushions are between 3" and 7" in size and this manages to cover those cuts. Find it in my online shop for $15. https://kellyclinequilting.bigcartel.com/product/4-x-10-quilting-template

You can see here how I create that little pincushion top. I've piece it 'crazy quilt' style and then square it to my liking. If you've been waiting for my online pincushion class, you can find it here. https://createyourownvintagepincushion.thinkific.com/

Now, let's talk about scraps, FEEDSACK scraps in particular! I've just returned from 4 days on the road, between Kansas and Tennessee, stopping at most antique stores along the way. Did you know that antique shops are probably the safest places to go right now? There are not many folks in them and masked up, I feel very safe. FYI, they are also the best restroom stops along the highway!! Again, no one using them! OK, now you know my secrets.

Anyway, I bought about 30 feedsack bags and was able to buy duplicates of quite a few. Due to requests and popular demand, I've cut up loads of scraps and squares and I'm offering 'feedsack scrap bags' in my shop as well. They sell out fast, but I load at least 5-10 everyday. Check back if you don't see them in stock. Each bag is a variety and will change with each posting. https://kellyclinequilting.bigcartel.com/product/feedsack-scrap-bag

Maybe my favorite shop of all time is Artichoke Annie's Antique Mall, on the east side of Columbia, MO. I find loads of antique linens and feedsacks here on a regular basis, it's only 2 hours from me and I can get there maybe every 2 months or so. Many of the feedsacks I'm sharing came from this booth! How lovely is this photo!!?

I have also been trying to organize and do some purging in my studio and closets. Collecting linens and quilt tops for years has given me way too much, so every now and then you'll find treasures I've picked up along my journey in the online shop. I am parting with things I know I'll never use and hopefully some of you will benefit from my travels and collecting (cough, cough...hoarding) adventures. https://kellyclinequilting.bigcartel.com/products

Have a great weekend everyone. I hope you can find some time for sewing or quilting amongst the leaf gathering. I know I'll be doing some of that task this weekend. Enjoy the beauty of fall if you have it where you live!