Organic Cotton Is a Good Thing. Right?

The New York Times has an article titled “The Cotton Tote Crisis” today that raises so many questions in my mind that I do not have answers for… According to this article, an organic cotton tote bag requires daily use for 54 (Yes! fifty-four!) years, to offset its overall impact of production. ( I had…

Can I Quilt Over a Steam a Seam Applique?

Two questions I get asked quite often are, “Can I quilt over the iron on applique?” and “Do I need to stitch the applique down, and if so, how?” The tote bag in the featured photo is my go to example to answer these questions.  I made this tote bag almost three years ago, and…

A New Item that is Perfect for Gifting

What to do if you need a gift and you happen to own a laser?   Engrave a mug that they will love, of course!  I have been making these mugs for several years for gifts, and they are a great hit. I made four new designs to be produced by Artfully Quilted Design only and…