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While in Berlin, we stopped at Zinck's Fabric Outlet and a gentleman there recommended AnnaLouisa's to us, saying that it was, in his opinion, the best shop within an hour drive.  You don't have to give me more than that.  From Millersburg, it was about 45 minutes, but a really pretty drive.  Even the grounds are beautiful.  This shop sits right on a lake.  How lovely is this?Let's go inside ---

Good Morning from Louisville, Kentucky.  We have stayed in the cutest little house and would love to just hang out for a bit, but friends are waiting.  We are meeting up with the Arkansas girls and Irene at Cotton to Quilts right at 10 and I'm starving.  Tiaras on, ladies. Although it is truly within walking distance, we load everything up in the cars and head down to Frankfort.  We've found a

Our girls trip has arrived in Kentucky and are meeting up with more friends to join our travels.  One of them owns Cotton to Quilts in Louisville and we are all meeting up here.  She is honoring all ladies wearing tiaras today so that is an added bit of fun.  Irene has the ONLY quilt shop in Louisville.  Crazy, right?  But, oh so cool at the same time.  Here is a peek around her store and PLEASE

It's been two years and we are ready to travel once again.  The excitement level is high and the car is loaded.  This year we are caravanning (sp? is it even a word?) all the way to Ohio.  We have three in our car and are oh so ready to go.  Mister sees us off and we are on the road, giggling before we can get out of the driveway.First stop is in Mt. Vernon, Texas.  We are at Duke's - which I

Our 2023 Girls Trip has commenced and the first stop is at Bedwarmer Quilt and Sew in Benton, Arkansas.  We won gold (of the three car caravan) and managed to get Chuck the Duck into the picture as well.It's a cute little shop - Take a peek around - What a cool little play area for the kiddos ---- golden!I LOVE how the fat quarters are displayed.There's a classroom through this door - I'd have

Hello from Nevada, MO.  We are at a Holiday Inn Express and last night I shared with others that my sweetheart always comments on their cinnamon rolls.  No one else had even heard about this.  How can that be?  At any rate, it's morning, I have my roll, and I've sent a pic to Mister.  At least he will understand what I am talking about.It takes a bit to get moving today, but 9:15 we are back in

Well, now.  It's kind of a sad morning as we are packing up and have to load the vehicle.  Yes, I'm whining a bit, but I AM sad that the retreat has ended.  I pack up my stuff in the room and head into the center.  Jen's quilt is up on the wall -- borders on.  I have no idea what time she went to bed but has to be oh so tired.We all get our areas packed up and there is just SOOO much.

Good morning to all!!!  We are up, showered, fed, and ready to learn.  As I approach my table, there is a gift bag for each person awaiting us.  Inside are lovely little treasures.  How fun is this?  Up front, the teaching area is being set up and I've taken a seat on the front sofa so that my visual needs will be met.  I KNOW people think it's something else, but the fact is that I learn better

Let the classes begin!!!  We are dressed as quadruplets and ready for whatever the day may bring.  Remember that this is new to ALL of us and we're just going with the flow.And having fun along the way.  That's the plan, right? ALWAYS.  Look out Hamilton - Some of The Quilt Sisters are in town.Since the retreat doesn't officially start until late this afternoon, today we have been given our

Y'all know that I can't just go on a trip and drive past fun stuff.  I've got to get out and explore just a wee bit.  Didn't you know that?  Did I take it for granted that you did?   At any rate, today, we are leaving from Mountain View, AR and two hours away, just south of Branson, is Top of the Rocks Lost Canyon Cave Trail in Missouri.  Now, in the interest of transparency, I did call my

While in Missouri this month, my darling daughter created a quilt shop stop list for our drive home.  When she started down this dirt road, I had NO idea what was about to happen.  In fact, even though there is a sign in this first picture, I didn't see it - just the dirt road through the soy bean fields.Further on - more of the same.We notice this beautiful home up on a hill and start talking

Driving along the road in Missouri, Jen and I notice a billboard for Lambert's Cafe - Home of the Throwed Rolls and we just start laughing.  Too bad we just had lunch.  Then --- just a wee bit further down the road, Samantha spots another billboard and this one says QUILT SHOP (behind Lambert's).  Alrighty then ---- we take the exit and are soon at Sew Simple Quilt Shoppe in Ozark, MO.  From the

We are out and about today, giving me the chance to stop at a new-to-me quilt shop.  All in Stitches located in Polson, Montana is the lucky recipient of our attention.As we enter, I notice that it is a long, narrow shop with color coming from all angles.  The quilts on the walls are beautiful and everything is organized well.Mister has discovered SOMETHING --- but I'm on a mission to find some

Kalispell's Art in the Park is today and we are taking Mom out for a bit.  As we wander the booths, I come across Ladybug's Cabin's booth.  I'm stopped instantly and have to wander for a bit.  Ladybug's Cabin is a quilting, pattern design, and textile art shop in Bigfork.  Who knew?  I'll have to go and check out the physical location next trip up.At any rate, Monique Kleinhans is the owner and

Killing time before our flight out of St. George gives me an opportunity to check out Quilted Works in St. George.  I am SOOOOOO glad I had this chance.  What a great shop and Annika made it all perfect by visiting with me for a bit.  Take a peek.Ooooh, I spy the center block of my round robin that is currently making it's way through the group.What a cool take on the jelly roll rug.

We are en route to the family reunion and have arrived in town a wee bit early, which gives me a chance to stop at a local quilt shop.  The minute I walk in, I spy this pillow and set about to find the pattern for it.  After a fruitless search, Mister asked one of the employees and all he was told was that it was a class.  I then asked a second time and was told the same thing.  I asked if it

Well, drat.  It is our last few moments here at Quiltville Inn.  They have been magnificent.  Did I get a lot of sewing done?  Nope.  Do I care?  Not in the least.  I am off to 10 days of retreat in one week and there will be plenty of time to sew.  This was a time to experience, share, laugh, and just enjoy.  I wouldn't change one single thing.  Honest.The sunrise is happening --- the time is

It is Day 6 in Virginia.  Up until now, we have commented on how long the days have been but it's starting to pick up speed.   NOOOOOO.  I want this to last and last.  For the FIRST time, I am the only one up.  It's kind of strange but I just couldn't stay in bed any longer.Xing is going up on the wall and I like it.Now --- outside for a walk.  This is the old General Store.  Bonnie does own it

Day four of our trip has us waking at Quiltville Inn.  YES!!  I went to bed early last night so the first thing I am sent a picture of a TA-DA.  Samantha has her Carolina Crossroads top finished and it's wonderful!!!Now, it's cold in here.  Heat please.The hen den is a favorite hangout already.  As we plan our day, it give us a chance to keep everyone in the loop.  The power is supposed to be

While planning our Epic Road Trip, we decided to suffer through a long travel day in order to take advantage of our proximity to Marshall Dry Goods in Batesville, AR.  Today is our opportunity and we have ALL been looking forward to it.In we go and OH MY!  This is fabric heaven.Just take a look around with us while we gather our breath.  It is a bit overwhelming and by making the restroom our