Author Archives: kirstyn

Spring Quilt Market in Portland… here we come!

Posted on May 10, 2013 by kirstyn

It’s hard to believe we are heading off to Portland and Spring Quilt Market once again NEXT week! We’ve got some friendly dinosaurs who are eager to get out of the studio and meet everyone! We’ll be hanging out in … Continue reading →

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Walk the Dog

Posted on April 11, 2013 by kirstyn

Although I don’t currently have a dog, I get my “dog fix” by walking my neighbor’s dogs. I love watching dogs explore their environment, especially as the weather gets warmer and they enjoy the new growth of spring. Dogs are … Continue reading →

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Grearing up for Spring Quilt Market 2013!

Posted on April 3, 2013 by kirstyn

It’s that time again… the studio is humming with preparations for Quilt Market – and it’s a family affair for sure. Charlene, Henry (our studio mascot) and I are pretty much obsessing over sample making, but looking forward (as always) … Continue reading →

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Still “thinking green”

Posted on March 18, 2013 by kirstyn

It’s good to step away from the sewing projects and the computer once in a while to breathe some fresh air and rejuvenate. Lately, I’ve been obsessed with the idea of planting a vegetable garden and have been itching to … Continue reading →

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Green All Around

Posted on March 14, 2013 by kirstyn

I have to admit… I love green! I recently realized how often I use green in my projects as I was buying yet again – more green fabric. It seems as though I just can’t get enough of it. Although … Continue reading →

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What’s in a name?

Posted on February 27, 2013 by kirstyn

I’m often asked why I named my company “SkipStone Creative.” Here’s the reason … Like many people in corporate America, I’ve spent a lot of time over the years working in cubicles. For the most part I enjoyed working as … Continue reading →

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Art Development – Fabric Collection

Posted on December 6, 2012 by kirstyn

A lot can go into a fabric collection… I was going through some files this morning and came across some development sketches for a fabric collection I did a several years back for P & B Textiles “The Illustrated Lewis … Continue reading →

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Determined to Simplify Holiday Giving

Posted on November 17, 2012 by kirstyn

I don’t know about you all… but I avoid “Black Friday” like the plague. I do my best to take the stress out of the holiday season – some years are more stress free than others I admit, but I’m … Continue reading →

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Fall Market 2012 – recap

Posted on November 5, 2012 by kirstyn

Here’s a great recap of the Fall 2012 Quilt Market in Houston by one of my favorite designers… Carrie of Such Designs! Enjoy…! http://fb.me/28mqTLUpS

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Quilt Market Houston 2012

Posted on November 2, 2012 by kirstyn

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the booth this week in Houston… it was great to see old friends and meet new friends too!

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