I get asked many times about the best way to store and organize paint. I find that there is not right answer that will fit the needs of everyone. I have struggled in the past and found what works for me. It helps that I have a dedicated studio space and many may not have this. Some of you mainly do classes and your inventory of paints needs to be mobile. I get it and that is one of the reasons that I find doing classes difficult. I have to pack it all up to transport, pain in the butt. I early on invested in a workbench with drawers that meets my needs perfectly. I do have stack-able tool boxe ..read more

As promised, here are downloadable grids that you can use to design your own pattern. If it is an original pattern, and you would like to offer as a download to others, let me know. I am setting up a program where you can offer an original pattern and earn $$$$$$. Please share this information with others on social media since my access to some groups is limited. I sure would appreciate helping me, help you! Just click and download as often and as much as you want or need. Just flip through all the options up to 24 Grid. If there is a grid count you need that is not there, just email me and I ..read more

Don't let this pattern make your head spin off your shoulders. It is easier than it looks. Although the person that prompted this video took a break while I did it and make her a mixed drink. It can be overwhelming to attempt if you do not have the basic knowledge of a point based pattern. It can be confusing and difficult to illustrate on paper. I have broken this down and you should be able to follow along. I do recommend watch the video through before drawing along with me because as you know, I say one thing and do another. I know I was doing this on the spur of the moment while dealing wi ..read more

I am constantly asked about what I use and where to resource these items. So I decided to make available all this in one place. I sort of feel like Oprah...lol. Here are my favorite things and the links to order these off of Amazon. These are also listed under "Artist Tools" on the main menu - "Supplies" so that you can locate easily, copy and paste the link. I have included all items that are used in classes so that instructors can resource in bulk. I also have included shipping boxes for kits and the containers I use to put paints in for the kits. And of course, what I use for painting on a ..read more

It is that time of year where thoughts are turned to gift giving and a barn quilt is a perfect thought to have. But is it too late? Can an artist produce in time? After all, it is Dec 4th. That is always a question for individual artists. Some of our artist are caught up and prepared to turn around an order within a week or so. Others, are booked and cannot accept any additional orders. I myself, cut Christmas orders off in April. Yes, I am that far out with full filling orders based on my travel and event schedule. However, there are options. I always recommend first checking our "Available N ..read more

Haters are going to hate and that is water off my back. I admitting that I get a few nasty comments on some posts, people make assumptions that are totally irrelevant to a subject or situation and lord knows, I am not perfect. But one thing is certain, I am not, nor have I ever been in this for the money. If that was the case, I would be rolling in it. I break even on expenses when it comes to the website cost and hosting. When do I make pocket change? Only when I take an order for a barn quilt that I will actually paint myself. That may surprise some of you and then there are those that want ..read more

I hope that I have labeled each one so you can find the topic you may be looking for easily. On the header of the page, just select "show more" and these are the ones I have. Click on that topic and related post are there. I hope that I have labeled each one so you can find the topic you may be looking for easily. On the header of the page, just select "more" to show all of these. Click on that topic and related posts are there. If you are new and looking for the START TO FINISH Beginners Online Tutorial - here is the link that will take you directly to it. I encourage you to review all of th ..read more

Oh boy, let me just rant a bit since the Facebook post in the heat of the moment stirred all kinds of concerns. Jeez, some days are more challenging that others and I must admit, I take on more than I probably should. My life is empty so this community is everything to me, so I try to be positive all the time. Some people make that so hard, some days. What do I mean? I love you guys and gals and 95% of my followers can follow directions, and are technically acute but those ones that have "brain farts" at times can be a challenge for sure. I say this with a smile on my face so don't take offens ..read more

I know I have been slack on my post but every minute of my spare time has been spent on the book. I am not sure I will ever get it done. But in the meantime, someone asked me to do a video on using stamps for adding texture to a barn quilt. I just so happened to have one on the schedule that required this so timing was pretty good. I won't waste (or is it waist?) any more of your time and here is the video. Let me know if you have any questions and sorry my pretty face is not in the video.....lol! Carry on the Addiction, Talara https://video.wixstatic.com/video/0974d4_b53590fa97c949749335c90d ..read more

I hear so many stories about classes, both good and bad. I struggle with how to address these. Should I contact the instructor and let them know an issue that someone has come to me with, or just keep it to myself? I always try to pass along positive things that I hear. After all, I am not the self appointed police of right and wrong when it comes to BQ's. I only pass along what I have learned in 14 years and mistakes I have made. Take my advice or leave it. I guess what we, as artists, are seeing is that more and more people are jumping on the "teach barn quilt" wagon. For instance, I can th ..read more