Whats cooking Wednesday

Its "Whats cooking Wednesday". I went to the Taste of Homes cooking show last night with my daughter and had lots of fun, lots of good food and prizes. What I want to share with you is something that amazed me. Okay my daughter already knew it but she is a wonderful cook. What I want to share is an easy way to check meat (Steak) for how well it is cooked. Whether it is rare or well done. (Okay you can tell by site when it's burnt that is how my steak BBQ goes) So go check out this video and good luck on your next BBQ.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8YQX-QgbXc

Must have tool Monday,
Lets talk  scissors...  Growing up sewing with my grandmothers I learned quickly you don't use grandma's scissors for cutting paper.  I never understood that until I got a little older and was sewing for myself.  A good pair of scissors for fabric is a must and protecting them from the paper monster can be an unending war.  Whether you hide them in a secret drawer, label them sewing scissors, or disguise them in a case or with ribbons or charms its every sewers constant battle to keep good sharp scissors.  My favorite sewing scissors are Gingers.  They are a little pricey but if you use a 40% or 50% coupon at JoAnn's it is a little more manageable.  So lets get cutting and creating our masterpieces.  Have a great week.

Must have tool Monday

I just want to wish everyone a Happy Memorial Day.  May your day be filled with family, friends, good food and memorable conversations.  I'd also love to give a shot out to all those who have served this country in the armed forces in any way, your service is invaluable and for myself I thank you. 
Today is "Must have tool" Monday...
I have been piecing together a quilt that has over 1200, one and a half inch, half square triangles and wow it would be so much harder and time consuming if I didn't have Eleanor Burns triangle in a square ruler.  I highly recommend this ruler!  It is worth more than its weight in gold.  It's one of those tools that I wont want to be without.  It may even be helpful with scrap booking and crafting.  Its even 50% off at JoAnns online right now so don't miss the deal.

Americana Home quilt pattern

Calling all quilters out there I'm so exited to introduce you to my first quilt pattern that will be for sale on June 1st.  Its called "Americana Home".   Its a 42"X 34" wall hanging.  Bring that patriotic spirit into your home for the holiday or year round.  So go to www.karieonkreations.com on June 1st and pick up a PDF pattern of this beauty. 

Sew red glasses

Had a blast last night at an evening retreat with some quilting friends and Joleene Kooyman the inventor of Sew Red Glasses.  If you haven't tried these glasses they are amazing.  They are great for any art project to find the value of color.  Check out her website http://sewredglasses.com . 

Americana Quilt

I'm so excited I'm working on a new Americana Pattern that will be for sale at the end of May here is a sneak peek.  Now what should I call it?

Quilt Retreat

This last weekend I had the pleasure of going to a fun quilting retreat.  I worked on a quick quilt for my nephew who loves the Cincinnati Bengals football team.  This is what I came up with and I think he will love it.  Happy Birthday Zach!

  I was also lucky enough to meet, sew and talk with Joleene Kooyman from www.sewredglasses.com   If you haven't tried these red glasses for quilting I highly recommend them.  Go check out her video on her website.