by Annie McHugs | Feb 24, 2015 | Crafting, Other, Quilts
It’s the time of year I focus on turning my To Do’s to Ta-Da’s because, well, I have one year before I have a.n.o.t.h.e.r. birthday. Over the next 12 months, I’ll work to complete my list which is often broad, wide-ranging and odd collection of items like (a) let my...
by Annie McHugs | Feb 23, 2015 | Crafting, Other, Quilts
Just this morning, while thinking, “I’m in the mood to write but I need an inspiration”, I took the clip out of my hair…which promptly popped out of my hand, landed on the floor tile, bounced across the room as if a giant magnet was pulling it and it popped perfectly...
by Annie McHugs | Nov 1, 2014 | Crafting
When asked “What’s your best time-saving tip for sewing?” I often say “a lint roller repurposed into a thread catcher”. Here’s how I do it: a) I start with a lint roller. Yes, the one that costs less than $3.00. b) Cut the sheets lengthwise to remove...
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 17, 2014 | Crafting
Because I have 7 windows to cover at the Hidden Star Retreat, I decided to try the Drop Cloth Curtains approach. Yes, that’s the secret ingredient. For less than $20 per window…and you can do it, too. I bought multiple 4 by 12 ft. drop cloths. I washed and...
