Have you ever noticed, just when life feels the fullest, the busiest, and the most behind, it also nudges you to slow down?
That’s where I find myself right now.
The past few weeks have been full in all the best—and most challenging—ways. I injured my right hand (my right hand… really?!), which has forced me to pause more than I’d like. And if you know me at all, you know slowing down is not exactly my first instinct.
But at the very same time, we welcomed a brand-new granddaughter into our family (10.5 lbs!). 💕
And suddenly, slowing down doesn’t feel like an inconvenience—it feels like a gift.
Because let’s be honest… quilts can wait a little. Babies don’t.
Behind… or Right on Time?
I’ll admit it—I feel behind.
• Behind on my Easter Morning quilt design.
• Behind on two quilt projects for Hoffman Fabrics for the H + H Americas show.
• Behind on getting everything just right for the Sewing Room Tour coming up on April 25.
• And just around the corner… we’re vending at the Quilter’s Sew-ciety quilt show in Redding, CA on May 1 & 2. We hope to see you there!
That’s a long list.
2026 Sew Along – Bona Fide (Month 3 is Here!)
Even with life moving at a different pace, we’re so excited to keep our 2026 Sew Along going strong. 💙
Month 3 of Bona Fide is ready to download! Hop over to the Sew Along Page for the download link and to see Lora’s progress, plus her tip on sewing the Flying Geese.
If you’ve felt a little behind (you’re not alone!), this is your gentle nudge to jump back in. Remember—this sew along was designed to be flexible, enjoyable, and completely doable one step at a time.
Whether you’re all caught up or just getting started… you’re right on time.
Headed to the H + H Americas Trade Show
Us? Not this time. However, we have two quilts headed to the H + H Americas show. Checked Off and Easy Earl are two beginner-friendly 2 1/2″ strip patterns featuring new Hoffman Fabrics’ batik lines. These lines will be available in the fall, though the patterns are available now. However, enjoy these fabric sneak peaks! You’ll find these lovely quilts displayed in the Hoffman Fabrics booth.
When You Need a “Right Hand”
The limited use of my right hand has been frustrating… but it’s also been a powerful reminder:
Sometimes, when you can’t be your own “right hand,” you need to lean on others. And oh, have I been reminded how blessed we are. Lora, our mom Carolyn, friends Diana, and Katheline have all jumped in—helping with product assembly, stepping into the busy work, and keeping things moving as we prepare for these upcoming events. They have restocked many kits and lots of new 3YD Fabric bundles.
It’s not always easy to ask for help. But there is something really special about letting people show up for you. This business… these quilts… this whole journey… It’s never been a solo act.
It turns out… even when you lose your “right hand,” you’re never really stitching alone.
There are always helping hands, kind hearts, and steady friends ready to step in and keep things moving forward.
So I’ll keep going—just a little slower, a little more grateful—
one stitch at a time… and sometimes, with a lot of help from my right-hand crew.
Happy sewing,
Lisa Norton
