I just saw a new Clover gadget in a quilting catalog: It is basically a seam guide, like the ones used to measure hem depth in ironing, but it has a more elaborate system and says it can be used for spacing buttonholes as well. It also has a way to be used as a compass and a couple other things. It looks like an improvement on one of my old favorites and I hope to be able to examine it in person so I can decide if I'll get it.

I just signed up with e-patternscentral.com. They have patterns for all kinds of crafty things including quilting. The cool thing about them is that the patterns aren't expensive and when you order one they immediately e-mail it to you. You just print it out. Instant gratification

What have you seen NEW AND EXCITING related to quilting LATELY?

new to die for fabrics.... collections ...
new pattern that tickles your fancy....
new book that taught you a new skill....
new magazine article that kept you enticed...

All/ most of my quilting is boxed up and put away as we are fixing the kitchen counters... since that is where I sew I have gotten zilch done. I had planned to do some hand sewing but instead I run back and forth to Home Depot and SubWays to keep everyone fed and stocked with tools. By the time we are done for the night I am bushed.... I still have to paint the walls.

So I need an input of QUILT TALK to keep me in touch.