Category Archives: New Skills

The Art of Letting Go

Posted on February 10, 2016 by 12months12quilts

When it comes to stitchery, I am a very literal person.  I like to do cross-stitch because the stitches and colors are so precise.  I rarely design my own projects, and lord help me if I have to pick my … Continue reading →

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Teacher is the Student

Posted on July 18, 2013 by 12months12quilts

As a teacher, I think it is vital that you continue to learn.  Not only is learning new things fun, but it shows your students that education is a lifelong adventure, not just something you do to get a job. … Continue reading →

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Round Two of Project Samples

Posted on July 11, 2013 by 12months12quilts

I have my first student tomorrow- yay!!  To ensure that I am ready for class tomorrow, I’ve spent the last week planning, buying supplies and making samples.  This class is so new that it isn’t even up on my class … Continue reading →

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Crafting Under the Influence

Posted on April 3, 2011 by 12months12quilts

Today was a long day.  After a poor night’s sleep, I arrived at Hebrew school to find out that the 1st grade teacher was sick, so I would have her class along with my full class of Prek/K.  Not a … Continue reading →

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Wonder Web- You Truly Are Wonderful!

Posted on January 25, 2011 by 12months12quilts

I’ve been putting off my “Learn to Quilt” January project for weeks.  Why?  Because it required me to do the two things I am most afraid of- cut out shapes and applique.  With January slowly coming to an end, I … Continue reading →

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