So you all know I am a huge fan of KONA cotton. I love working with solids, but hardly ever have any in my stash because I usually order it on a per project basis. When I took on Marmalade Fabrics as a new sponsor I was excited because, Tammy has the perfect program for Kona lovers like me! Gemstone...

Last week I traveled to Estes Park, Colorado for a wonderful occasion. I had the privilege of being in my best friend Katie's wedding. Katie and I met when we were still babies. We lived down the street from each other and played on a daily basis. Katie was typically a late riser and I myself an early riser. I...

Today I would like to introduce you to one of my new sponsors. Meet Brooke of Surly Sheep. In July I began working on my blocks for the Wish at do.Good Stitches. It was my month as a quilter and I chose to do scrappy postage stamp blocks. Funny thing is when I sat down to work on my blocks I...

If you have been following my blog for a while you may know that I have had some sewing machine drama. The first machine I ever purchased myself was a little Huskystar E20 from Joann's. I only used the machine a few times once to sew my wedding vail and then it sat in my closet for 5 years. This...

Today I would like to introduce you to one of my new sponsors. Meet Christa of ChristaQuilts. I asked Christa to share with us a little about her shop. Meet Christa! I started selling fabric online about 9 years ago when a former quilting student of mine suggested I sell some of my leftover fabrics on eBay. Before then, I taught...

What are your plans for this Labor Day Weekend? I am hoping to get a lot of sewing done! Here are the projects on my to do list. Alyssa's Wanna Be Labor Day To Do List Finish 24 Granny Square Blocks. I am participating in a quilting bee called Not Your Granny's Bee, we have been assigned colors mine were...

Before my sewing days I did a lot of card making and scrapbooking. Then after a shopping trip to Pottery Barn Kids, I got this crazy idea to make a quilt. Well ever since that day my poor Pile O' Scrapbook stuff has been stuck in a closet! After much debate I have decided to make more room for fabric...

Today I would like to introduce you to one of my new sponsors. Welcome Heather from Lark Cottons! Heather owner of Lark Cottons has a background in architectural design and a love of all things crafty. Coming from a family of quilters and seamstresses, she has many fond memories of handmade quilts, clothing, toys, and even Barbie outfits (Think 70s...

Today I am excited to be welcoming another new sponsor! Welcome Jackie from Canton Village Quilt Works! Canton Village Quilt Works was born out of a passion for quilting. Jackie Kunkel began quilting as a hobby and eventually it grew into a machine quilting business, and then into a online store filled with beautiful fabrics and patterns. What I find...

As usual I have been working on a million things at one time. I have been able to make some finishes along the way as well which always feels wonderful. So today I share my works in progress and finshes with you in a very picture heavy post. Works in Progress First starting with my W.i.P's! I am forever grateful...

Today I would like to introduce you to one of my new sponsors. Welcome Pam from Mad About Patchwork! Mad About Patchwork has been selling fabric online for just over 4 years. At the time, Canadian online retailers were rare, and shipping from the US was sometimes expensive. The response from Canadians has been terrific. Pam has always brought in...

I had a wonderful trip to Prescott, AZ to meet my new nephew Brennan Donald Stringer. He was 8Ib 12oz and although that is a big boy, he looked so so tiny. I can't believe my little Everett was 6Ib 9oz, he is so chubby now! Getting to hold Brennan was such a joy! My sister is a fabulous mother...

Each Tuesday we are going through a Beginner's Quilting Tutorial Series. Last week we talked about Fabric 101, choosing you fabrics. This week I am going to have to postpone our post on Choosing your Quilt Designs and Patterns until later tomorrow. I decided to take a last minute trip up north to Prescott, Arizona. I am without a computer and man...

This weekend we celebrated my Daughters 3rd birthday. I can't believe how fast these 3 years have gone and I am so so thankful to be called mommy and I love my little Gwenyth so much! I wanted something cute to wear to her little birthday gathering and came across the cutest skirt.  Since I begin sewing I have been following Maureen...

We have our winner folks! I want to give a big thanks to the CTpub for offering this wonderful book! The Winner! Our Winner is…  Tiffany who said   Another Chance to Win! For the rest of you there is another chance to win Modern Patchwork over at my good friend Kelly's blog Live.Love.Create. Good Luck! Alyssa  

Today I am excited to be welcoming another new sponsor! Welcome Sondra from Contemporary Cloth! After struggling to find a place to buy the best bold modern fabrics, Sondra opened her own online store in 2001. Alexander Henry's bold prints were always Sondra's favorites for making clothes, shirts for her husband, home dec items, etc. Her absolute favorites are Marimekko...

Happy 4th of July! Today is also my father's birthday. Growing up during 4th of July we used to get a bucket of KFC and head to the high school baseball field for fireworks. After a while the fire danger got so bad they started doing laser shows instead (lame!) Tonight we do plan to see some fireworks. On another...

We have our winners folks! I want to give a big thanks to the Fat Quarter Shop for offering these wonderful Fat Quarter Bundles. The Winners! Winner of The Warm Sunset Lilly Belle by Bari J for Art Gallery Fabrics     is Deb H. Winner of The Cool Sunrise Lilly Belle by Bari J for Art Gallery Fabrics is Margaret Cureton I have contacted...

Last week I shared with you my Puma Zig-Zag Quilt that I was working on for my soon to be nephew Brennan. I was attempting to finish it in time for my sisters baby shower on Saturday. Well I'm happy to announce that I finished the quilt just in time! We live about 2 1/2 hours away from my sister...

Earlier this week I told you I had some exciting news, well today I get to share some of it with you. Today I am welcoming my very first sponsor, and it just so happens to be one of my favorite shops! Welcome Fat Quarter Shop! Here at Pile O' Fabric I want to partner with shops and products I...