QuiltedMess
@quiltedmess.bsky.social
One day, I shall sew the family heirloom. In the meantime, I'm practicing.
24/7 caregiver of adult special needs son. Epilepsy sucks.
she/her
24/7 caregiver of adult special needs son. Epilepsy sucks.
she/her
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How long since I've been fabric shopping...
Well, 43 days but still, I'm going through withdrawals. 🤣
#quiltsky
Well, 43 days but still, I'm going through withdrawals. 🤣
#quiltsky
an older woman is crying and says it 's been 84 years
ALT: an older woman is crying and says it 's been 84 years
media.tenor.com
November 13, 2025 at 2:27 AM
How long since I've been fabric shopping...
Well, 43 days but still, I'm going through withdrawals. 🤣
#quiltsky
Well, 43 days but still, I'm going through withdrawals. 🤣
#quiltsky
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Stitching long feathers on my itajime shibori quilt.
#art #artsky #quilt #quiltsky #freemotion #fmq #shibori #dye #sewing #textileart #threadwork
#art #artsky #quilt #quiltsky #freemotion #fmq #shibori #dye #sewing #textileart #threadwork
November 13, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Stitching long feathers on my itajime shibori quilt.
#art #artsky #quilt #quiltsky #freemotion #fmq #shibori #dye #sewing #textileart #threadwork
#art #artsky #quilt #quiltsky #freemotion #fmq #shibori #dye #sewing #textileart #threadwork
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Pissed off / determined women
“Not His”.
Standing up for her bodily autonomy. She’s had it with trafficking and men taking advantage of women and girls.
Fight for justice for Epstein survivors. Fight for disappeared indigenous women.
#fiberart #womensart
#artquilt #firedup
#quiltsky
“Not His”.
Standing up for her bodily autonomy. She’s had it with trafficking and men taking advantage of women and girls.
Fight for justice for Epstein survivors. Fight for disappeared indigenous women.
#fiberart #womensart
#artquilt #firedup
#quiltsky
November 13, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Pissed off / determined women
“Not His”.
Standing up for her bodily autonomy. She’s had it with trafficking and men taking advantage of women and girls.
Fight for justice for Epstein survivors. Fight for disappeared indigenous women.
#fiberart #womensart
#artquilt #firedup
#quiltsky
“Not His”.
Standing up for her bodily autonomy. She’s had it with trafficking and men taking advantage of women and girls.
Fight for justice for Epstein survivors. Fight for disappeared indigenous women.
#fiberart #womensart
#artquilt #firedup
#quiltsky
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WIP Wednesday- I'm trying my hand at embroidery, starting with this jacket. If I'm ever arrested at a protest, I want to be able to send an extra fun message when I raise my arms 😂
#quiltsky, #craftivist
#quiltsky, #craftivist
November 13, 2025 at 12:32 PM
WIP Wednesday- I'm trying my hand at embroidery, starting with this jacket. If I'm ever arrested at a protest, I want to be able to send an extra fun message when I raise my arms 😂
#quiltsky, #craftivist
#quiltsky, #craftivist
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November 13, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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Saturday I'll be starting my 5 part series on transforming pet portraits into fiber art on Substack.
#art #artinstruction #artsky #quilt #quilter #fiberart #textileart #photography #pets #patternmaking #quiltsky #sewing #artquilt
substack.com/@quiltingtai...
#art #artinstruction #artsky #quilt #quilter #fiberart #textileart #photography #pets #patternmaking #quiltsky #sewing #artquilt
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Nikki Hill (@quiltingtails)
Who hasn’t wanted to turn a picture of their beloved pet into art?
Be on the lookout for my 5 part weekly series on transforming pet portraits to fiber art beginning Saturday, November 15 @quilting...
substack.com
November 13, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Saturday I'll be starting my 5 part series on transforming pet portraits into fiber art on Substack.
#art #artinstruction #artsky #quilt #quilter #fiberart #textileart #photography #pets #patternmaking #quiltsky #sewing #artquilt
substack.com/@quiltingtai...
#art #artinstruction #artsky #quilt #quilter #fiberart #textileart #photography #pets #patternmaking #quiltsky #sewing #artquilt
substack.com/@quiltingtai...
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The University of Michigan is censoring a quilt? michiganadvance.com/2025/11/12/t...
The University of Michigan is censoring a quilt? • Michigan Advance
If you explore the Michigan Union in Ann Arbor, go upstairs, and find the Opera Room, you might see a quilt. It is a work by Toby Millman, a University of Michigan faculty member and alum, and was com...
michiganadvance.com
November 13, 2025 at 7:51 PM
The University of Michigan is censoring a quilt? michiganadvance.com/2025/11/12/t...
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why the fuck are these freaks so obsessed with demonizing bog-standard over the counter drugs
JD Vance calls ibuprofen "useless medication" and implies it's not "necessary, safe and effective."
November 13, 2025 at 4:37 PM
why the fuck are these freaks so obsessed with demonizing bog-standard over the counter drugs
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Just left Comey/James hearing on Halligan’s appointment. Judge Currie skeptical. Said AG Bondi could not have ratified what H did after reviewing grand jury minutes because Bondi didn’t even possess complete record at time. Ruling by Thanksgiving.
November 13, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Just left Comey/James hearing on Halligan’s appointment. Judge Currie skeptical. Said AG Bondi could not have ratified what H did after reviewing grand jury minutes because Bondi didn’t even possess complete record at time. Ruling by Thanksgiving.
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BREAKING: Adelita Grijalva has been sworn in and has signed the Epstein discharge petition.
Congress has secured 218 votes and will force a vote on the Epstein files release. Meanwhile, several Republicans say they WILL vote for the petition.
Congress has secured 218 votes and will force a vote on the Epstein files release. Meanwhile, several Republicans say they WILL vote for the petition.
BREAKING: Democrats Reach 218 Signatures and Will Force Epstein Files Vote
Adelita Grijalva has been sworn in and has signed the discharge petition. A full vote of the House to release the Epstein files is coming, and Mike Johnson cannot stop it.
open.substack.com
November 12, 2025 at 9:23 PM
BREAKING: Adelita Grijalva has been sworn in and has signed the Epstein discharge petition.
Congress has secured 218 votes and will force a vote on the Epstein files release. Meanwhile, several Republicans say they WILL vote for the petition.
Congress has secured 218 votes and will force a vote on the Epstein files release. Meanwhile, several Republicans say they WILL vote for the petition.
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Grijalva: That is why I will sign the discharge petition right now to release the Epstein files. Justice cannot wait another day.
November 12, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Grijalva: That is why I will sign the discharge petition right now to release the Epstein files. Justice cannot wait another day.
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Honestly Dems have no fucking excuse for tolerating transphobia, like none at all, “you creepy fuck, why are you obsessed with the genitalia of minors” is RIGHT FUCKING THERE
When you read these Epstein emails, you start to understand why so many prominent conservatives are obsessed with checking the genitals of children. It's a big thing for them!
November 13, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Honestly Dems have no fucking excuse for tolerating transphobia, like none at all, “you creepy fuck, why are you obsessed with the genitalia of minors” is RIGHT FUCKING THERE
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I am shooting my shot.
I love writing op-eds.
@teenvogue.com was my main outlet, but if there are any others (especially independently ran) that are looking for a contributing writer on race, gender, and the economy, I'd love to work with you.
Signed,
A Black woman who writes for the public
I love writing op-eds.
@teenvogue.com was my main outlet, but if there are any others (especially independently ran) that are looking for a contributing writer on race, gender, and the economy, I'd love to work with you.
Signed,
A Black woman who writes for the public
November 13, 2025 at 12:02 AM
I am shooting my shot.
I love writing op-eds.
@teenvogue.com was my main outlet, but if there are any others (especially independently ran) that are looking for a contributing writer on race, gender, and the economy, I'd love to work with you.
Signed,
A Black woman who writes for the public
I love writing op-eds.
@teenvogue.com was my main outlet, but if there are any others (especially independently ran) that are looking for a contributing writer on race, gender, and the economy, I'd love to work with you.
Signed,
A Black woman who writes for the public
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I think this helpfully confirms the notion that the end of the filibuster was a big motivator for the eight Dems.
November 12, 2025 at 11:45 PM
I think this helpfully confirms the notion that the end of the filibuster was a big motivator for the eight Dems.
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“Come hang out, and you hopefully make some really good friends out of the whole process.”
There's a growing number of Queer Social Clubs that offer sober alternatives to the bars, from hiking to yoga to line dancing and soup. My first for "Big and Bright," @thebarbedwire.com's queer news section.
There's a growing number of Queer Social Clubs that offer sober alternatives to the bars, from hiking to yoga to line dancing and soup. My first for "Big and Bright," @thebarbedwire.com's queer news section.
Looking For Queer Community Outside the Bar? There’s a Walking (and Hiking and Yoga and Line-Dancing) Club For That.
Tired of alcohol? Join a queer walking club. “Sometimes, a sense of belonging can genuinely be lifesaving.”
thebarbedwire.com
November 11, 2025 at 5:29 PM
“Come hang out, and you hopefully make some really good friends out of the whole process.”
There's a growing number of Queer Social Clubs that offer sober alternatives to the bars, from hiking to yoga to line dancing and soup. My first for "Big and Bright," @thebarbedwire.com's queer news section.
There's a growing number of Queer Social Clubs that offer sober alternatives to the bars, from hiking to yoga to line dancing and soup. My first for "Big and Bright," @thebarbedwire.com's queer news section.
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No words. I’m a block from home.
November 12, 2025 at 4:41 AM
No words. I’m a block from home.
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Remembering connects us
#7SyllableSentence #connect
#remembrance #poppy
#AmWriting #WritingCommunity
#quilting
My Pic 📸
#7SyllableSentence #connect
#remembrance #poppy
#AmWriting #WritingCommunity
#quilting
My Pic 📸
November 11, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Remembering connects us
#7SyllableSentence #connect
#remembrance #poppy
#AmWriting #WritingCommunity
#quilting
My Pic 📸
#7SyllableSentence #connect
#remembrance #poppy
#AmWriting #WritingCommunity
#quilting
My Pic 📸
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A series of pissed off / fired up women.
If we’re to save ourselves, it’s time to rely on women for a change.
Today: women are angry and fired up that our opinions and concerns are ignored or dismissed.
Listen to women.
#fiberart #pissedoff #womensart
#artquilt #women #firedup
#quiltsky
If we’re to save ourselves, it’s time to rely on women for a change.
Today: women are angry and fired up that our opinions and concerns are ignored or dismissed.
Listen to women.
#fiberart #pissedoff #womensart
#artquilt #women #firedup
#quiltsky
November 11, 2025 at 10:26 AM
A series of pissed off / fired up women.
If we’re to save ourselves, it’s time to rely on women for a change.
Today: women are angry and fired up that our opinions and concerns are ignored or dismissed.
Listen to women.
#fiberart #pissedoff #womensart
#artquilt #women #firedup
#quiltsky
If we’re to save ourselves, it’s time to rely on women for a change.
Today: women are angry and fired up that our opinions and concerns are ignored or dismissed.
Listen to women.
#fiberart #pissedoff #womensart
#artquilt #women #firedup
#quiltsky
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#TuesdayBlue
Peggy Bynum paper pieced "Storm At Sea 3D" in her favorite colors. (The quilt was designed by Sylwia from I Love To Quilt.) Peggy had been eyeing this pattern for ages, and she is now pleased that she attempted it and is also pleased with the results.
Peggy Bynum paper pieced "Storm At Sea 3D" in her favorite colors. (The quilt was designed by Sylwia from I Love To Quilt.) Peggy had been eyeing this pattern for ages, and she is now pleased that she attempted it and is also pleased with the results.
November 11, 2025 at 4:09 PM
#TuesdayBlue
Peggy Bynum paper pieced "Storm At Sea 3D" in her favorite colors. (The quilt was designed by Sylwia from I Love To Quilt.) Peggy had been eyeing this pattern for ages, and she is now pleased that she attempted it and is also pleased with the results.
Peggy Bynum paper pieced "Storm At Sea 3D" in her favorite colors. (The quilt was designed by Sylwia from I Love To Quilt.) Peggy had been eyeing this pattern for ages, and she is now pleased that she attempted it and is also pleased with the results.
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Mother Nature, Mother Moon.
Quilt by Connie Briggs, cotton fabric and thread, 30" x 26". Painting by me, acrylic on 20"x16" canvas.
#painter #painting #art #artsky #fiberarts #iowaart #iowaartist #artistcollaboration #feministart #mothernature #mothermoon
Quilt by Connie Briggs, cotton fabric and thread, 30" x 26". Painting by me, acrylic on 20"x16" canvas.
#painter #painting #art #artsky #fiberarts #iowaart #iowaartist #artistcollaboration #feministart #mothernature #mothermoon
November 11, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Mother Nature, Mother Moon.
Quilt by Connie Briggs, cotton fabric and thread, 30" x 26". Painting by me, acrylic on 20"x16" canvas.
#painter #painting #art #artsky #fiberarts #iowaart #iowaartist #artistcollaboration #feministart #mothernature #mothermoon
Quilt by Connie Briggs, cotton fabric and thread, 30" x 26". Painting by me, acrylic on 20"x16" canvas.
#painter #painting #art #artsky #fiberarts #iowaart #iowaartist #artistcollaboration #feministart #mothernature #mothermoon
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The dehumanization tactics will only get worse
Saying he’s a “criminal illegal alien & not a firefighter” is meant to make you see him as less than a person.
They do the same thing to disabled people. We’re “useless eaters”.
They want you to view others as expendable so they can commit atrocities
Saying he’s a “criminal illegal alien & not a firefighter” is meant to make you see him as less than a person.
They do the same thing to disabled people. We’re “useless eaters”.
They want you to view others as expendable so they can commit atrocities
After José's arrest sparked outrage in August, DHS attacked him in a press release, calling him a "criminal illegal alien, not a firefighter." DHS has cited a 12-year-old drug delivery charge while failing to acknowledge the charge was dismissed.
Full @us.theguardian.com interview and story here:
Full @us.theguardian.com interview and story here:
US firefighter detained on the job speaks out after deportation: ‘I feel betrayed’
Exclusive: Border patrol arrested José Bertin Cruz-Estrada while he was battling a wildfire in Washington. He is now in Mexico, separated from his family in Oregon
www.theguardian.com
November 12, 2025 at 12:09 AM
The dehumanization tactics will only get worse
Saying he’s a “criminal illegal alien & not a firefighter” is meant to make you see him as less than a person.
They do the same thing to disabled people. We’re “useless eaters”.
They want you to view others as expendable so they can commit atrocities
Saying he’s a “criminal illegal alien & not a firefighter” is meant to make you see him as less than a person.
They do the same thing to disabled people. We’re “useless eaters”.
They want you to view others as expendable so they can commit atrocities
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The perfect New England holiday item doesn't exi–
November 11, 2025 at 10:55 PM
The perfect New England holiday item doesn't exi–
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UPDATE: Now that 8 Senate Dems folded to Trump—Republicans demand tougher abortion restrictions to extend Obamacare funds.
What? Moving goal posts? Lucy and the football? Who Could Have Seen This Coming??
This is why you don't back down from a bully! My God! My kingdom for a spine for Democrats.
What? Moving goal posts? Lucy and the football? Who Could Have Seen This Coming??
This is why you don't back down from a bully! My God! My kingdom for a spine for Democrats.
November 11, 2025 at 11:07 PM
UPDATE: Now that 8 Senate Dems folded to Trump—Republicans demand tougher abortion restrictions to extend Obamacare funds.
What? Moving goal posts? Lucy and the football? Who Could Have Seen This Coming??
This is why you don't back down from a bully! My God! My kingdom for a spine for Democrats.
What? Moving goal posts? Lucy and the football? Who Could Have Seen This Coming??
This is why you don't back down from a bully! My God! My kingdom for a spine for Democrats.
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It started here in New Jersey. With a raid in Newark that detained a veteran. We thought it was a shocking, isolated event. 𝐖𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠.
As @yunao08.bsky.social and @tusk81.bsky.social wrote, "No veteran or military family should live in fear of deportation and separation. Period"
As @yunao08.bsky.social and @tusk81.bsky.social wrote, "No veteran or military family should live in fear of deportation and separation. Period"
From Purple Heart recipients to military parents of U.S. Marines, immigrant veterans are being detained, deported, and torn from their families.
"These are not isolated cases or tragic instances of human error." #VeteransDay
✍️ @tusk81.bsky.social + @yunao08.bsky.social
"These are not isolated cases or tragic instances of human error." #VeteransDay
✍️ @tusk81.bsky.social + @yunao08.bsky.social
Trump to Veterans: Thank You For Your Service. Now Get Out.
Trump's mass deportation machine is betraying America’s veterans and tearing their families apart.
americasvoicecnn.substack.com
November 11, 2025 at 4:50 PM
It started here in New Jersey. With a raid in Newark that detained a veteran. We thought it was a shocking, isolated event. 𝐖𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠.
As @yunao08.bsky.social and @tusk81.bsky.social wrote, "No veteran or military family should live in fear of deportation and separation. Period"
As @yunao08.bsky.social and @tusk81.bsky.social wrote, "No veteran or military family should live in fear of deportation and separation. Period"