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Sherri McConnell
Sherri McConnell is a blogger, author, and expert in quilting. She has published two books on quilting and plans for more. On her blog "A Quilting Lifestyle", she shares her experiences and tips. She writes for Craftsy, and also provides tutorials on AccuQuilt.
Sherri has a lot of color in her quilting life! Her sewing space is filled with miniature quilts hanging from its ceiling. She also has a design wall that is covered in hexagonal flowers and Dresden Plate Blocks. Her wall also features a colorful frame.
Chelsi McConnell
Chelsi McConnell has been creating and selling quilts for over a decade. She is passionate about working with fabric and creating. She is also a wife, mother, and sister. See's chocolate is also a favorite of hers. You can follow her Instagram.
The A Quilting Life Podcast offers a humorous discussion on quilting, inspiration, creativity, and fabric. Sherri and Chelsi discuss a range of topics, including creative inspiration and quilt retreats. They are joined by experts in the quilting industry. This podcast features creative quilting tips and tricks, as well news and trends in quilting.
Simply Delightful Fabric Collection
Sherri & Chelsi's Simply Delightful Fabric Collection is a collection with captivating patterns in dazzling colors. It works well with Moda Fabrics Bella Cottons Solids. Listen to the podcast to get a more detailed look at this collection and learn about the inspiration behind these fabrics.
Simply Delightful has eight color stories and 13 different light prints. You will find a variety of colors, including red, oranges, yellows, green, and others. There are plenty of fun two and three-color combinations.
Sherri McConnell's new book
Sherri McConnell's new book, A quilting journey is for you if you love making quilts. This charming book, signed by the author, contains lots of gorgeous quilts and home decor projects. The author discusses her inspirations and shares her favorite colors and prints.
This book is for all levels of quilters, beginner to advanced. It will show you how to create beautiful quilts, and keep you organized no matter where your life takes you. The book's monthly planner and workbook is filled with tips, exercises, and mindfulness techniques.
FAQ
Can I make money from my hobby?
You can make extra money by taking up hobbies.
If your hobby is a passion, you may be able to sell related items.
For example, if you collect stamps, you may want to set up a website selling rare stamps.
This will allow you to earn additional income without having go through the hassles of buying and selling stamps.
You could also create a YouTube channel to talk about your hobby.
This allows one to share their passion with others, potentially generating additional revenue through the offering of premium content.
What are educational hobbies?
An educational hobby can be defined as an activity in which you learn something through doing it. This could be anything you want, such as playing sports or learning how to play an instruments.
It should be enjoyable and have fun. You don’t have to do it constantly, but you should consider what other activities you could be engaging in instead.
These activities could end up costing you far more than what you pay for.
What is a good hobby for kids?
Hobby for children is anything they enjoy doing outside of work. You might find them interested in drawing, building things, painting, writing stories, playing with toys, listening to music, reading books, watching TV, and playing computer games. They may also like to play soccer, football, basketball, cricket, rugby, baseball, and hockey.
Parents worry that their children might get in trouble if they are allowed to do what they like. This is not necessarily true. Your child won't get in trouble if they are safe and don't do any harm to anyone.
It's important to remember that just because they like to do something doesn't mean that they'll always choose to do it. They might decide to draw instead of write if they enjoy drawing pictures.
There are many different hobbies, so it is up to you which one you love the most.
How do you get started with your new hobby or interest?
First, decide what type or activity you want to pursue.
Once you have decided on your subject, passion is the key.
It is essential to understand the reasons you want to start a hobby. It will give you some direction and purpose.
Once you have determined what hobby you wish to pursue, you can plan your next steps.
Take a look at the equipment you will need.
Consider whether you need to attend classes or seminars.
Make sure you have enough space for your hobby.
It might also be worth considering joining a group or club. These groups are often supportive and offer advice.
Think about how much you'd need to spend on your hobby.
What are your top hobbies?
Your favorite hobbies are ones you enjoy. If you enjoy what you do, it will be much easier to keep going. If you don't feel well or tired, you will always have an excuse!
Hobbies that we all know and love include gardening, painting and crafts, photography, cooking, sports and games, reading, music, film-making, collecting, cycling, walking, dancing, writing, playing instruments, etc.
Another option is to volunteer at a local charity shop.
Let's say you are looking for something more exciting. You might consider scuba diving or skydiving.
You can spend your time outdoors in many different ways, including spelunking, snowshoe hiking, snowshoe hiking and more. These include caving and cave tubing.
How can I find a hobby for myself?
You might feel as though you don't have a choice when you first start your quest for a hobby.
You're likely thinking, "I can't be very artistic" or "I have no idea what I'm doing."
However, it is likely that you already have a lot to draw on when searching for a hobby.
It's simply that you haven’t yet realized it.
Take a tour of your house. How many things do you own?
Do you have any toys from the past?
You might have a collection.
Maybe you've always wanted to learn how to cook.
Perhaps you just want to pick up the guitar again.
Whatever your hobby, it's possible to make it a hobby.
It is important to recognize that you already have a lot of experience to draw from.
You will find a hobby you love once you have it.
Statistics
- A new survey by Pew Research Center of teens ages 13 to 17 finds that 36% of girls feel tense or nervous about their day every day; 23% of boys say the same. (pewresearch.org)
- Much of this decline reflects the fact that teens are less likely to work today than in the past; among employed teens, the amount of time spent working is not much different now than it was around 2005. (pewresearch.org)
- I am 100% biologically a woman (discover.hubpages.com)
- Studies show that just six minutes of reading can reduce stress levels by 60 percent. (oberlo.com)
- The intensity of the dialogue partners' bond at the end of the forty-five-minute vulnerability interaction was rated as closer than the closest relationship in the lives of 30 percent of similar students. (time.com)
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How To
How to learn a music instrument
There are many options for learning how to play the piano. You could either go to a school, buy a book, take lessons from someone who plays an instrument, watch videos online, etc. These are just a few tips and tricks to help you get started if you're determined to make your own path.
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Find something that interests or appeals to you. If you don't like any of the instruments you see around, then you should try another one. If you don't like playing an instrument, it would be difficult to learn how to play it.
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Be patient. It takes time to learn something new. Expect to not be able master all things immediately. Instead, practice every day.
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Regular practice is important. Do this even when you feel tired. This will ensure that you won't forget what you learned.
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Pick a place where you can practice. A quiet room where you won't disturb anyone else is ideal. Be sure to not distract others. For example, avoid having loud music playing nearby.
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Have fun. Music is meant for enjoyment. Make sure you have fun while practicing. You will be motivated to do more if you have fun.
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Set goals. Set goals. You'll know exactly what you must achieve. Therefore, you will have no excuse for failing.
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Keep track your progress. List all of your successes as well as your failures. This will help you to improve your performance over time.
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Take breaks. Sometimes, you will just need to stop for a while. It is a good idea to take breaks so you can think about everything.
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Ask questions. Ask questions. They may be in a position to assist.
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Listening is the best way to learn. Many musicians love to listen to and imitate songs. This allows them to grasp the basic concepts of the song.
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Read books. Watching videos or taking classes will not teach you as much as reading books. Books can also provide information that is not available elsewhere.
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Join a band. Playing with other people will make you more practice. Plus, it will be easier to meet people with similar interests.
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Learn from tutorials. Tutorials are short videos that explain various topics in great detail. These videos usually focus on one specific aspect of the instrument. Tutorials can be helpful in understanding difficult parts of an instrument.
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Different methods are possible. Some prefer to learn by listening, while others prefer reading. Try different methods until you find the one that works for you.
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Practice makes perfect. It is not possible to become an expert overnight. Instead, it takes time and effort to become proficient enough for you to succeed.
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Get along with other musicians. Listening to other people play their favorite songs can help you learn faster.