"I sew because I love it. It’s my therapy. It’s something I can focus on, to still my mind, and to escape from my daily grind. I also teach, and to share my skills with others is a very rewarding experience."

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"The reasons I sew have changed throughout the years. I started with clothes and ballet costumes, progressed to home furnishings. Now quilting is my passion and therapy. I mostly make patchwork quilts based on patterns I see and want to try. I make various style bags and give them away as gifts. With my quilts, I keep some but also give them away to family and friends or donate to charity."

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What sewing accessory can you not live without?

"I love my newest machine. It’s a workhorse! I really miss it when I use my old one."

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Do you have any sewing tips to share?

"Always try to learn new skills. You can never know too much! There is always new techniques out there. Never stop learning!"

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"I have met many wonderful people through my sewing. The quilting community are a very generous, caring group. We share so much more than skills."

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