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Back in 2018, we started posting an annual gift guide for sewing and quilty things. You can review those guides here:    2018; 2019: Part 1; 2019: Part 2. We’re starting a little earlier this year to give more time for ordering and delivery. We hope you enjoy it. Feel free to leave your own ideas in the comments below. Submitted by Liz M. Hello all! It’s that time of year again! A few ideas to consider adding to your wish list or for gifting to quilting friends. (Click on any image for a larger view) For more ideas, see the websites below. They haveRead More →

Long Tweezer

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Submitted by Liz M. Part two of gift ideas! Links are listed for further information and reviews. Please strongly consider making your purchases from our local quilt stores! If we do not support them, they will not remain in business. Silicon Iron Rest Have you tried these mats for your iron? Per the experts at Reliable irons, we should always keep our irons flat, whether hot or cold. This rest is great for the small travel irons that seem a bit wobbly when upright. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BLCVXPB/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_tai_Qev7DbBFTQ3Z7 Long Tweezers What do you use to remove pesky threads behind your bobbin, or paper from your paper- piecing projects?Read More →

Bobbin Buddies

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Submitted by Dianne M. Last year, we posted a gift/wish guide for the holidays.  If you missed it, you can see it here.  We had so much fun, we thought we’d do it again this year.  Who knows, maybe this will become an annual thing.  But for now, let’s get this party started… First up for 2019 is the Yazzii bag. Imagine having your sewing, knitting, or even jewelry neatly organized in a bag that you can grab and go.  You can visit their website at yazzii.com.  To top it all off, they have a page called Inspirations full of ideas on how to personalizeRead More →

Soup Bowl Cozy

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Yes, it’s that time of year again.  There are Gift Guides and Wish Lists everywhere.  Your Social Media Committee thought it would be fun to create a list just for MPS. So we put our heads together and came up with a few things we’d thought you’d enjoy.  Use this as your own personal wish list or gift guide.  Remember, you can always click on an image to get a larger view. First of all, what quilter doesn’t need (or just want) more equipment or gadgets? We like the Creative Grids Rulers because of their slip-resistant backs and their fine lines that increase accuracy.  RememberRead More →