Everyone morns and reflects in different ways. Many choose to do both of those things in artwork. That is precisely what the Peninsula Piecemakers Quilt Guild did to commemorate the ten year anniversary of September 11th, 2001. Those in the guild were asked to express their feelings about the events of that day thorough their work. The result was thirty beautiful, touching quilts. While it was not easy for members to try to accurately describe their feelings through quilting, the results are still poignant.
Category Archives: Quilting
Quell Quilting Quandaries
Figuring out all of the ins and outs of quilting can seem overbearing. However, with the right resources, getting started is simple! We at J&O have taken the time to compile our top three books and blogs as well as provide some inspiration via novelty fabric!
Our Favorite Books:
Cyber Crafting Craze
As craft and fabric fanatics, we at J&O know just hard it can be to find really good how- to video tutorials. It always seems as though what would be a good tutorial is always ruined by bad lighting or fuzzy audio. For those of you who are fed up with such shenanigans, we have some excellent news. A new site called Caftsy.com has hit the crafting scene.
Belt Bliss
The newest summer trend that has come into vogue is white jeans matched with a flowy top. However, the vital part of this ensable is setting it off with the right belt. Bright patterned fabric belts (a la Lilly Pulitzer) are the perfect thing to match or compliment your outfit.

Whether you want to be brave and rock the huge belt buckle look as well is completely up to you, but this fresh new accessory is a great way to add a splash of color to your outfit. If you are feeling particularly daring, you can even check out J&O’s quilted fabric or novelty fabric section and make your own belt from your favorite pattern.
Quilting Together Communities
Summer is the time when communities come together most. Everyone is out on their porches and in parks; there is less hustle and bustle to get from door to door without a wicked winter wind blowing; time seems to slow down just enough to be able to do all that catching up with your neighbors that you have been meaning to do during the colder months.



