Stitchin' in the Ditch

09/02/2026

Let me help you reduce your pile of Ph. D's (projects half done). Join my online Ph. D's support group starting October 19th and running through January 11th.

click here to enroll https://www.tuckeruniversity.net/module/class/542048/ph-ds-october-through-december-2026-6-pm

For $10, you can join me and other quilters to share the stories behind your Ph. D's and then get 'em done. We meet through Zoom.

You earn points for every project you finish. The quilter with the highest number of points by January 11th earns a $25 gift card from Tucker University.

Start pulling out those Ph. D's and join today.

Be held accountable for finishing up some Projects that are Half Done and meet some fellow quilters from around the nation at the same time.  Find your unfinished projects and grab your favorite drink from some fun social time.Each month you will share what project you plan to finish and what you h...

09/01/2026

I will be teaching the Nautical Dreams quilt pattern at Hidden Falls Farm in Nancy, KY April 1-4, 2027.

Click here for details and to enroll https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87387765137?pwd=9Z5I1VxwaaLBIvRf4Gjtaa0RKbIkuG.1

The quilt is beautiful and the facility is perfect.

Nautical Dreams is a beginner level quilt design. It does require the Studio 180 Design Corner Beam, V-Block, and Square Squared tools.

08/31/2026

What does a Cubbie fan do when her favorite collection of shirts no longer fit?

We make a quilt so that she can still enjoy her Cubs.

Contact me for information on making a t-shirt quilt with your treasures. [email protected]

Chicago Cubs
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08/29/2026

Congratulations to Jakob on his high school graduation. Look at all of those accomplishments. Best wishes in the next chapter at college.

Contact me at [email protected] if you need a t-shirt made to capture your memories.

08/08/2026

We are down to about 10 available seats for the December 2026 Quilt Escape Weekend.

Click here to reserve your sewing seat https://www.pfayquilts.com/module/class/649086/janesville-december-2026

This is an open sew event that runs from December 10-13, 2026 at the Janesville Conference Center in Janesville, WI. For $80, you get a full 6 foot table to yourself. Pressing areas and Cutting Areas are provided for approximately every 4-5 people to share.

You contact the hotel to make your sleeping room arrangements. Rooms are $114 per night for a standard 2 queen room. This includes daily breakfast and evening happy hour. All other meals are on your own. There are lots of local establishments to enjoy.

Make plans to join us before the seats are sold out.

Contact Phyllis at pfayquilts1@gmail. com with any questions.

Quilt, Scrap and socialize with us for the weekend of Thursday, December10 through Sunday, December 13, 2026.For $80 you will get your own 6 foot table all weekend.  Cutting and pressing tables will be provided.  You bring the projects and fun.A link to reserve your hotel room will be coming soon....

07/31/2026

I will be teaching Nautical Dreams online starting on Tuesday, August 18th.

Nautical Dreams online classes start in just 2 short weeks.
This is a five-week course, online, at 10 am (CST). Each paid participant receives a recording of the class for future reference or in case you were unable to attend live with us.
click here to enroll https://www.tuckeruniversity.net/.../646770/nautical-dreams

The tuition is $125, which is $25 per class--what a deal.

Be sure to order your copy of the Nautical dreams pattern and the Studio 180 Design tools: V-Block, Corner Beam, and Square Squared, if you don't already have them.

Choose from five different layouts for your Nautical Dream project. Topper 62" x 62", Twin 65" x 90", Long Twin 76" x 102", Full 90" x 90" and King 102" x 102".

Phyllis will be sewing along with you as you create each unit. It won't take long and you will be assembling the quilt top.

I haven't seen a colorway yet that I did not like.

07/29/2026

Yes, my quilt retreats are a no drama zone. That's why we keep growing.

The December 10-13, 2026 Quilt Retreat Weekend will be held at the Janesville Conference Center in Janesville, WI.

We are able to invite additional guests this year due to a larger venue.

There are about 14 seats left for this event. Click here to register https://www.pfayquilts.com/module/class/649086/janesville-december-2026

The cost is $80 for your 6 foot table rental for 3 1/2 days. Your sleeping room rate is $114 per night which includes your breakfast and evening happy hour at the hotel.

Reserve your seat while they last. This is an open sew environment.

Quilt, Scrap and socialize with us for the weekend of Thursday, December10 through Sunday, December 13, 2026.For $80 you will get your own 6 foot table all weekend.  Cutting and pressing tables will be provided.  You bring the projects and fun.A link to reserve your hotel room will be coming soon....

07/28/2026

I will be vending at the Wisconsin Quilt Show in Madison, WI September 10-12, 2026.

If you are looking for the new First Choice Rulers from Studio 180 Design, you can get those at the show.

Make your plans now to attend the show.

Click here for details http://quiltshow.com/tickets/

Send a message to learn more

07/15/2026

Here is your chance to join us at the December Quilt Escape Weekend December 10-13, 2026 at the Janesville Conference Center in Janesville, WI.

Click here for details: https://www.pfayquilts.com/module/class/649086/janesville-december-2026

We were able to open additional seats because this is such a popular event.

Quilt, Scrap and socialize with us for the weekend of Thursday, December10 through Sunday, December 13, 2026.For $80 you will get your own 6 foot table all weekend.  Cutting and pressing tables will be provided.  You bring the projects and fun.A link to reserve your hotel room will be coming soon....

07/10/2026

The December Quilt Escape weekend is scheduled for December 10-13, 2026 at the Janesville Conference Center in Janesville, WI.

Your table rental is $80 for a 6 foot table for the entire weekend.

As of today, there are 25 seats open.

Register at https://www.pfayquilts.com/module/class/649086/janesville-december-2026