Happy Fall, Y’all! 🍂 There’s something about this season that feels like a big cozy hug—warm colors, soft quilts, and a sense of community that fills my heart. This month, I’m kicking things off with one of my favorite parts of our newsletter: Community Makes! You’ve been busy stitching up Snapdragon Quilting patterns, and I’ve been absolutely blown away by the creativity and heart you’ve poured into them.

My daughter Riley is graduating from the Orvis School of Nursing at the University of Nevada, Reno this spring and I couldn’t be prouder. She has always had the biggest heart — the kind that shows up for people when it matters most. She’s working as a nanny for a sweet little boy, a nurse apprentice at the hospital, and even provides home health care for a paralyzed man — all while finishing nursing school. On top of that, she’s poured her energy into Camp Kesem at UNR, serving on the board...

September flew by in the best way — filled with quilting and connecting with so many of you. Every month I’m amazed by the creativity and joy of this community. As we head into October, I can’t wait to share what’s new, give you a sneak peek at what’s on the horizon, and show off some of the beautiful quilts you’ve been making with my patterns.