by Annie McHugs | Sep 2, 2014 | Quilts
Have you seen or heard about the Gee’s Bend Quilts? Oh, my! What a treat! I am so excited to tell you about our trip to see Gee’s Bend, Alabama with my dear friend, Desiree. Imagine a tiny community, on a bend in the Alabama River, tucked far back in...
by Annie McHugs | Jul 29, 2014 | Crafting, Hidden Star Retreat
Another exciting week (and it’s only Tuesday) at Hidden Star Retreat. Progress at the Retreat includes new cushions for the outdoor wicker furniture, the task/desk and folding chairs were delivered on an 18-wheeler (dang), and the Barn Quilt installation has...
by Annie McHugs | Jul 25, 2014 | Crafting, Hidden Star Retreat
Did you know that Hoot (the name our grand kids call my hubby) and I (I’m Annie…did you put that together? Hoot & Annie?) make Barn Quilts. I love barns. I have barns. I love quilts. Barns + Quilts = Barn Quilts. We cut exterior wood to a 4 by 4...
by Annie McHugs | Jul 24, 2014 | Hidden Star Retreat
Have you heard? The Hidden Star Retreat is opening soon. It really helps that the beds arrived today! I’m so excited that I cannot hardly wait to show you the progress. These are my snapshots. The photographer will be here Monday. She’s the pro!...
by Annie McHugs | Jul 22, 2014 | Other
I love big pillows stacked on the floor + I had these pillows. I decided on a DIY Pillow Make Over. All I did was: a) quilted some plain fabric. It’s a natural muslin color 100% Kona fabric. I know some say “I can’t do that”. If you have a...
