Category Archives: Gift idea

Together, we can end the ocean plastic crisis

Posted on February 12, 2020 by QWBlog

4ocean was born on a plastic-covered beach in Bali, Indonesia Alex and Andrew, have been around the ocean their entire lives. They both grew up on the Florida coast, swimming, diving, fishing, and surfing. After becoming friends in college, they … Continue reading →

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Give the gift of Handmade!

Posted on December 24, 2019 by QWBlog

Here at Farm & Fancy, we have carefully curated some of the best artisans from our area to provide unique, one of a kind handcrafted gifts for you and your loved ones. We offer greeting cards, prints, jewelry, home decor, … Continue reading →

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A Great Place to Christmas Shop!

Posted on December 18, 2019 by QWBlog

Handmade Decor by Ashley, Debbie, & Lisa We re-purpose, design & add our personal touches to everything you see! On Route 98 in Albion, NY is a very impressive gift shop especially for those who like the farmhouse decorating style. … Continue reading →

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Baby Quilts

Posted on February 10, 2016 by QWBlog

Love is a newborn baby! It’s no surprise that quilters love to make baby quilts. More and more of us are or are becoming grandmothers! And once the grands all have their first quilt the older kids are demanding a … Continue reading →

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Pincushion Ponderings

Posted on January 21, 2016 by QWBlog

   Pincushion Pondering Photo used with permission from Carol Steely Pincushions. What is it about them that seem to draw us in? We use them, display them, make them, swap them, and collect them. Do you ever wonder “why a tomato”? Mello Mushroom … Continue reading →

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The Easy Binding Winder

Posted on December 2, 2015 by QWBlog

It’s binding time! You’re in the home stretch…your quilt is almost finished…if only the binding would behave itself! How many times has your binding become twisted as you roll it around your hand or a cardboard tube for easy handling? … Continue reading →

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Jeanne’s Bags

Posted on December 2, 2015 by QWBlog

Extraordinary Bags by Jeanne Nivard I grew up in Philadelphia within a creatively-gifted family. My mother was a professional dressmaker and my father was a chef who worked in only the finest establishments. Both were trained in Europe. My sister … Continue reading →

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Bag Adventure

Posted on August 9, 2015 by QWBlog

I am a bag lover.  Tote bags, hand bags, shopping bags.  And there has never been a better time to indulge in a new bag than the summer season when I can’t leave the house without a bag on my arm. … Continue reading →

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An Interview With Kits By Kalt

Posted on November 14, 2014 by QWBlog

Genevieve Kalt is like many of us. We love using our skills to create things for friends and family. A few years ago, Genevieve decided to turn her hobby into a business and created Kits by Kalt. In our interview … Continue reading →

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What we Love about Barb Sackel’s New Garland Patterns

Posted on April 10, 2014 by QWBlog

Designer Barb Sackel of Rose Cottage Quilting has introduced her fun, new line of garland patterns that are easy fast and fun! Here is what we love about Barb’s new garland patterns.  1. They are no-sew patterns. We all love to … Continue reading →

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