After a weekend plus a few days of non-productivity due to a cold, I finally found a burst of energy. Now this energy burst is probably sponsored by Zyretec D, but what can I say. My house was a mess, I needed some clean clothes, and I was bored sitting on the couch complaining about my cold. Now the kitchen is presentable, I have clean clothes to wear to work tomorrow, and I’m writing a [...]

Yes, that’s what I’m calling my latest project. The name seems so obvious even if it is larger than a traditional checkerboard. Since my last update, I finished the quilting and attached the binding. The binding is so much easier to attach if you sew the binding on first, and then cut off the excess fabric.  Trust me. The completed quilt: I know I need a better picture. If the weather cooperates with me this [...]