Giving.

Quilters tend to be giving people. Many dedicated stitchers got their start making a baby quilt to give as a gift. Many make quilts for soldiers, disaster victims and shelter residents. But beware of gifting a treasured quilt to an unappreciative recipient. There are many out there who have been brought up on the Bed in a Bag concept and don't understand the true value of a handmade quilt. It is up to the giver to educate the recipient of the true value of such a gift. Over many years of giving handmade gifts I have learned who on my gift list truly understands the value of the things I make. I have two weddings to attend in the next two weeks, and both these couples understand. The shoppe will be closed tomorrow June 25, and again on July 5 so I can attend these weddings.

I have to admit that I have been a bit distracted by all the wedding plans, ( my daughter and I are in the wedding party for one of them ) but I am really excited about the summer workshops. They are creative, light hearted and fun, whether you want to join us for the Quilt Journal altered book, or the crocheted table mat, or to bring the kids in for a kids workshop. All the details are on the various pages of this blog, and reserving your spot is as easy as making a phone call or stopping by. Give yourself a gift and sign up. Its going to be a great summer.