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Editorial
It's December and we are in the full swing of the holiday season. This is my favorite time of the year for many reasons. I can never get enough of the lovely decorations, the wonderful music, and of course, all those delicious goodies that are so very tempting. There just seems to be a lighter mood in the air, almost magical. For many, the weather has turned cold. Nothing like a cold December night to look up into a clear sky and see stars. Of course, if it's snowing, there are no stars, but don't let that deter you. Get cozy, grab a cup of hot chocolate, and look to our magazine to see stars. We have a new BOM starting this month called Around a Star which is sure to be a pleaser. Then look at the Starry Sky which is such a great pattern. Of course, we are finishing up Xmas Treasures this month for a wonderful holiday quilt that will become part of your family's Christmas treasures for years to come. But don't forget the French Blues BOM is still going strong, and if you are not in a blue mood, then play with the Happy Pinwheels. There are wonderful projects to keep you warm, inside, and enjoying many holiday treats. If you want more excitement, then try Scribbles using your favorite scraps. And speaking of scraps, another good way to use them is to make kennel quilts for our furry friends at animal shelters this month. You can give them a soft and warm gift for naps. I know they will be grateful. And as we all know, the holiday season is about sharing with the ones we love whether they are two-legged or four-legged. I hope you have a happy and safe holiday. Until next time, Nan Pattern Sneak Peeks For a broader peek into the treasures between the pages of TQPM, purchase a copy of the current issue.
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us in Around a Star group on 
There
are billions of stars, including our own sun, in our Milky Way
galaxy. Technically, they are giant, luminous spheres of plasma.
I like to think of them as little twinklers as in the poem and
love to look up into a Starry Sky. You won't have
to wonder where you are--you will be in your sewing space using
this new pattern by Cynthia Passaretti. Take time to look up!
Scribbles
by Nan Baker is the perfect pattern to feature any fabric you
love. It is made with familiar Flying Geese Units and Diagonal
Stripe Units to showcase the colors illustrated or pick your
favorites to match your home decor. Ready, set, scribble!
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us in French Blue group on 
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us in the Happy Pinwheels group on 
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us in Xmas Treasures group on 
Depending
on what size paper pieces you choose to use, Splatter varies
from candle mat to full table topper size.
