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Stitcher-dyer-maker in the northwoods. LGBTQ+ ally. Backroads, bad words, furry beasts, and books. Member of LSMQG. Non-apologetically woke AF.
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If we build it,  will you come? 

What started as a snarky response to a fabric manufacturer's tone deaf social media post is  blossoming into something that could become a really amazing community of inclusive, anti-bigoted makers. 

We know we can't do this alone,  so if you are interested in helping grow this crazy ass idea, please fill out the Anti-racist Quilt Guild's Planning Group Interest Form linked under @sasquatch.stitches profile. 

We are seeking volunteers that have skills in community/organization building, social media,  technology structures, and legal/business structures to form a small planning group.  Tolerance for the word "fuck" is an attribute. 

Not knowing what kind of response we'll receive, you may not hear back from us right away.  There were some folks that volunteered to help in the comments under Petra's  original post - for visibility we'll try to tag them in the comments here - hopefully we won't miss anyone.

A public IG profile, with demonstrated anti-racist views is required.  Invitation is open worldwide and meetings will be virtual. 

Radicalized quilty friends are the best 🔥
@gray.matter.makes 
@the_happy_sewist 
@thequiltymagpie 

#anti-racism, #sewliberal, #subversivestitching by @sasquatch.stitches
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21 days ago
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Every year,  @gsafe in Wisconsin holds a Quilt & Fiber Auction to raise funds for the organization, and every year I have the best intentions of making a quilt to donate.  In the past, I've run out of time and end up making bags instead of a quilt, but this year I'm getting a jump on things. 

This Pride flag quilt is supposed to finish at 60 x 80 but I miscut my strips so I'm going to lose a few inches in width.  I'm trying to work out what I can do to make it wider - I'm open to suggestions if you have any!

Grumpy Emu also underwent surgery to correct a few misplaced pieces, and she is recovering nicely.  She'll rest up for a bit while the pride flag and my QC submissions are completed and then she'll have the design wall to herself 🤗

What is everyone else working on?

Pride flag quilt pattern by the Sloppy Quilter on Etsy.  Very quick and easy!

#ally, #grumpyemu, #prideflagquilt by @sasquatch.stitches
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2 days ago
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Oops.

Grumpy Emu - 0
Grumpy quilter - 1

#fpp, #lovemyseamripper, #tqsweqs2026 by @sasquatch.stitches
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4 days ago
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Check in #2 for the #tqsweqs2026 hosted by @tinyquiltswaps

Grumpy emu is slowly coming together.  I hope to finish the last few sections tomorrow and then I'll have to blow the photo up a million percent so I can figure out how the sections go together - my old eyes are really struggling 👀!

#flockoff, #grumpuemu, #quiltswap by @sasquatch.stitches
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8 days ago
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@megynkelly has sunk to a new low by threatening to release the name of Jane Doe, a victim of a horrible assault. 

What the fuck is wrong with MAGA women?  We need to hold these cult members accountable- they do as much damage to women as the men whose asses they kiss.

I'll be adding to my Jane Doe piece as my rage continues to simmer.

#protectjanedoe, #holdmenaccountable, #fuckthepatriarchy, #holdfoxnewsaccountable, #protestquilt by @sasquatch.stitches
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11 days ago
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The cowgirl is heading home tomorrow, on her horse, with her bear, and her tiger, with a pack of matches so she can burn the whole thing down with all the feminine rage the 6 of us have created in the last 6 months. This quilt is amazing and my photos don’t do it justice. It’s almost as big as a king-sized top sheet. I can’t wait to see her quilted. Thank you @amilbedil for letting us work on her! 
🩷🩷🩷🐻🌵🧲🐅🔥🧡🧡🧡
#bestnestroundrobin2026 #resistanceroundrobin

Various pattern designers: 
letters are all Say Something by @quiltbynight 
Cowgirl is by @quiltcorepatterns 
Middle fingers are by @shesewcurly 
Horseshoe is by @joejuneandmae 
Diamonds are by @leila.gardunia 
Stars are by @quiltcakes 
Round 4 by @silverlinedstitches is part of a pattern by @toadandsew 
Cowboy boots by @lizataylorhandmade 
The cactus is by me, and the Aztec design is altered from a pattern I bought from @joejuneandmae 
Most of the fabric is @rubystarsociety by @sasquatch.stitches
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13 days ago
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Shouting out a huge THANK YOU to @mustard.fringe.fabrics and @oakhollowshop for this fabulous bundle of goodies that they generously sent me in a giveaway they hosted. 

This @dearstellafab speaks perfectly to my Halloween hoarding soul, the tumbler is my new favorite and the spunky-spooky charms will be perfect for my next seasonal bag. 

If you love this Love at First Bite fabric (the book titles are priceless) as much as I do,  head on over to Kate's shop (she still has some left because I checked). She also has some super cute hardware that would coordinate perfectly with it 💚💜💚

#halloweenisthebest, #quiltyfriendsarethebest by @sasquatch.stitches
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13 days ago
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The quilt gods have spoken and I'll be attempting to make  the #grumpyemu in blues with a chartreuse background for the #tqsweqs2026 swap event. 

I've never made a FPP pattern this advanced before - any suggestions on how not to lose my mind when working with lots of tiny pieces are welcome!

Pattern by @mamamoose

#scrapbuster, #quiltyswap, #flockoff by @sasquatch.stitches
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15 days ago
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This October, to honor National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, I am giving away a custom, handmade quilt!

The Quilt's Story:
This quilt was created during a #beeacraftivist Sewing Bee! Craftivism uses handmade textiles as a powerful form of activism. Multiple hands came together to sew individual blocks, weaving our collective hopes for survivor safety and community solidarity right into the fabric. Thank you to the community of quilters who helped create this quilt!

Why This Matters:
Domestic violence relies on isolation and control to keep survivors trapped. It isn't just physical—it shows up as emotional, financial, digital, and psychological abuse. Your entries provide physical safety, 24/7 hotlines, and direct cash aid to help families rebuild. We sew to show survivors they are wrapped in care; we donate to give them resources to heal.

100% of your entries go straight to 8 incredible organizations:
• @kanwinchicago & @howardevanstoncc_dv (Local Chicagoland)
• @anewdv & @wings_program (IL Shelters & Housing)
• @thenetworkaadv (IL Hotline & Cash Fund)
• @mysistersplacedc (Washington D.C. Shelter)
• @ndvhofficial & @nnedv (Nationwide)

How to Enter:
1. Pick a Charity: Choose from the 8 approved options on our form (link in bio!).
2. Donate Directly: Go straight to their official website and donate.
3. Save Your Receipt: Take a screenshot of your confirmation.
4. Submit Proof: Click the Google Form link in my bio to upload your screenshot and lock in entries!

Entry Tiers (Give More, Get More!):
• $10 = 10 Entries
• $25 = 30 Entries (+5 bonus)
• $50 = 70 Entries (+20 bonus)
• $100 = 150 Entries (+50 bonus)

Note: Google requires a login to upload files. No purchase necessary; a free path is on the form. Ends Oct 31st!

#NDVAM #Craftivism #QuiltGiveaway #DomesticViolenceAwareness #SupportSurvivors #BACHive6 by @sasquatch.stitches
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16 days ago
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Aaaaand just like that,  it's a wrap on Natalie's, @little_girl_seamstress, round robin quilt for the #bestnestroundrobin2026 hosted by @niki.keating.

It was absolutely am honor to work with the amazeballs quilters in our group of resistance quilters:
1. Natalie, whose "nest egg" is the center, "I was Led To Believe There Would Be Liberty & Justice For All",
2. Samantha, who added the watchful eyes,
3. Meesh, @silverlinedstitches, who added round 3, More Pride, Less Prejudice,
4. Pam, @pamdorra, who added the Staute of Liberty and teardrops
5. Amilya, @amilbedil added the Grief image, and I can't remember if Pam or Amilya added the We The People Create The Future or if they both contributed.

The last round was mine and I followed up on the Staute of Liberty with an excerpt from The New Colossus by Emma Lazarus that graces the pedestal at the base of this iconic symbol, along with a reminder that our democracy belongs to the people and WE WILL RISE UP AND RECLAIM IT!  The words and stars were created with raw edge applique so that they will fray a bit at the edges,  but they are stitched down and will withstand a lot of abuse 🔥 

It's heading out to you tomorrow Natalie and it's a beast!

The last slide is a Pic of rejected blocks that didn't work into robin quilts as intended.  I hope to combine them into a piece that will remind me of the friendships that were formed and the creativity that abounded in our nest. 

Pro tip - before trying to hang a quilt in the wind,  make sure it is right side up and not sideways 😂

#riseup, #protestquilt, #allarewelcomehere, #vote by @sasquatch.stitches
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17 days ago
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Women of a Certain Rage

Holy shit, this quilt is behind my wildest dreams and expectations, thanks to the talented and creative artists in my #bestnestroundrobin2026 group -I really did hit the jackpot with:

Natalie, @little_girl_seamstress
Samantha Flores 
Meesh, @silverlinedstitches
Pam, @pamdorra
Amilya, @amilbedil

What started as a low volume "fuck you" to the #pantonecolorchallenge, took on a life of its own as soon as it left my hands.  The details are absolutely perfect and completely unexpected- who knew neon would complement low volume colors so well?

This work embodies our rage at so many things - the patriarchy, the current political administration, and the relentless attacks on education, healthcare, immigrants, LGBTQ+ persons, books, history, research and so much more. 

We are not mad enough and we need to vote with the fury of 10,000 wronged witches in November. 

#fuckthepatriarchy, #wearenotmadenough,  #roundrobinquilt, by @sasquatch.stitches
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19 days ago
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I can't believe this is the last month of our Resistance Round Robin. It has been an honor to work on all of these quilts and be able to interact with such a talented and amazing group. It has been an amazing growth opportunity to expand my design skills and quilting skills. I'm not ready for the end but so happy to have made new and existing quilty friends 💙🤍🩵

Center by @sasquatch.stitches 
First ombre round by @little_girl_seamstress 
Left and top by Sam
Bottom tiger by @silverlinedstitches 
Right graffiti fuck by @pamdorra 
Orange border on out by me 

Patterns:
Skinny alphabet and rainbow alphabet by @happysewlucky
Gothic alphabet by @tomte.studio 
The Bird by @shesewcurly 
Goose with Knife by @littletinypiranha 
Vote by @quiltbynight 
Economy block centers designed and screen printed by me. by @sasquatch.stitches
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24 days ago
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