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Robin attended a 30 Step Gradation dye class with me earlier this year. She used some of the fabric she dyed to create this beautiful quilt. The pieces she dyed are a perfect complement to the center panel she found.

A few of the gorgeous results from the 30-Step gradation dye classes that I taught last month. They were so happy with the results they showed them off at the guild meeting. We all had a great time and I think we have a few more Dye-Addicts.
Next up... Ice dyeing (as soon as it's a little warmer)

Held a gradation dye workshop at my house yesterday. The fabrics have to process in 70°+ temperatures so my poor pups have to share their favorite place with some of the fabrics. (It's 15° outside this morning.)
They aren't thrilled, but they do tolerate it well enough. 🤣

Please forgive my absence.
I'm going through a tough time right now adjusting to the death of my husband.
I will return to quilting and crafting but it may be a little while.

Destashing & decluttering... My most important goal this quarter. My 2nd goal is for the year - finish UFOs (unfinished objects).

This week I finished these 2 fidget quilts and will be donating them to a local memory care facility. I finished the tops a long time ago but just never took the time to attach the back & quilt it (stitch in the ditch). It took an hour to find, press, cut and attach the back. But so very satisfying to be able to move them out of my sewing haven.

Fidget quilts are great ways to use scraps of materials, clothes, etc and bits and pieces of other items like zippers, buttons, yarn, and just about anything else you have laying around. You don't need a pattern - just a desire to help someone while you're helping yourself (using up your scraps and bits).

I encourage everyone to try making one - or something similar. They're great for people with Alzheimers, tactile issues, dementia, and kids with development concerns.

Have questions? Ask away. You can also search the web and get lots of ideas.