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Do You Want to See the QuiltCon Judging Results?

Let's see what the judges had to say about my entries

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Is There Such a Thing as an Ugly Color? This New Quilt Stretches the Limits

A Challenge Mini Quilt Reveal

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A Long-Awaited Reveal of a Quilt Made with a Unique Technique

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Can an "Ugly" Color be Successful? A Surprising Mocha Mousse Quilt

See My Mocha Mousse Mini Quilt

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Traditionally and foundation paper pieced quilts with a Modern twist for the contemporary quilter! Check out the latest patterns and tutorials from The (not…

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Classes and Events

Now booking virtual and in person events for your shop or guild!

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Splendid Quilts and Beyond: 7 Powerful Pieces to See from the Fibers of Appalachia Exhibition

August 21, 2026

Two Exciting Exhibits to See this Month at The Dairy Barn Arts Center

August 14, 2026

How I Used Simple Shapes to Make Painterly Inspiration Into a Minimalist Mini Quilt

August 7, 2026

How I Used Color and Line to Create a Whimsical and Meticulous Mini Quilt

July 31, 2026

Using a Quilt to Inspire a New Design: Combining Appliqué and FPP

July 24, 2026

How I Made a Unique Abstract Mini Quilt Using Natural Inspiration

July 17, 2026

Do You Skip This Step? Never Underestimate the Power of a Quilting Test

July 3, 2026

How I Experimented with Simple and Colorful Machine Embroidery For the First Time

June 26, 2026

Share Your Progress on the Going Full Circle Block of the Month!

June 19, 2026

5 Fun and Fascinating Quilts to See From Paducah 2026

June 12, 2026
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cassandra at The (not so) Dramatic Life My name is Cassandra, and I have been sewing for as long as I can remember. I love looking for inspiration in my surroundings, and my life as a theatrical scenic and costume designer heavily influences my quilt designs.

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