There's something really special happening this month... we're opening the doors to Snapdragon Quilting on May 19th and I can't wait to welcome you in.

Las Vegas welcomed 38.5 million visitors in 2025—and it’s easy to see why. From incredible dining and world-class entertainment to major sporting events, Vegas truly has it all. We’re home to champions like the Las Vegas Aces and Vegas Golden Knights, along with the Las Vegas Raiders, the Las Vegas Aviators, and soon, the Oakland Athletics. Golfers will also find no shortage of incredible courses, including LPGA and PGA tour stops. But here’s something many visitors don’t rea

A Message from Jen Las Vegas welcomed 38.5 million visitors in 2025 because it has so much to offer—but did you know it’s also a quilting destination? Beyond the lights of the Strip, there’s a vibrant and growing quilting community here that I’m so proud to be part of. Each March, we host Quilt Las Vegas, a beautiful show put on by the Desert Quilters of Nevada—a guild 450 members strong.

What happens when you gather a group of enthusiastic quilters, a beautiful pattern full of curves, and a quilt shop that feels like a destination? A pretty magical few days. Recently, I had the joy of teaching my Pamela Mae quilt at a retreat hosted by Stitchin' Heaven, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. Nineteen quilters joined the retreat, and from the moment we arrived, the excitement was contagious. The Retreat Experience One of the things that makes a retreat

Find the link for the FREE PATTERN and coloring pages at the end of the post. Another pattern with curves? Yes, please! I absolutely love incorporating curves and circles into my quilts and reverse appliqué makes even small, tight curves so much more approachable. When Benartex Fabrics asked me to participate in their spring block hop, I pulled this design straight from my sketchpad and got to work writing the instructions. Inspired by my love of the moon (you know I can't r

Every time I write this newsletter, I reflect upon where we've been and what's ahead and I feel so grateful to be here with you. Running a creative business is...