Category Archives: Quilts

a quilt full of leaves

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Rick Robinson

Several years ago, while accompanying Barbara on visits to quilt fabric shops, I started picking up fabrics with leaf designs. Over time we wound up with a whole bin full, and this quilt is one of two I planned to … Continue reading →

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What should I read next? — RESULTS

Posted on November 12, 2013 by Rick Robinson

I know the suspense is killing you, so without further waiting, here’s the winner. This probably comes as no surprise if you read through the comments on the post. I want to say up front that I appreciate the votes and … Continue reading →

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SF quilt

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Rick Robinson

I designed this quilt with a “planets” feel in mind. After a lot of searching through bins of fabric and much layout work, we were happy with the first (of 3) strip set and did layouts. As Barbara pieced a … Continue reading →

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New Quilt!

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Rick Robinson

Barbara has just finished a new quilt, and it’s a beauty. So I’m showing it to you. Dig it. These things are an incredible amount of work and take a lot of time. She worked on this on and off for over … Continue reading →

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Our Latest Addition!

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Rick Robinson

No, not another cat. I’ve mentioned before that Wife is a quilt maker, and a new one has just been finished. It’s called Aurorabearialis. All our quilts get names, as is traditional. First, a picture or two, (click to enlarge) then … Continue reading →

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