Author Archives: Shirley

Where Am I?

It has been awhile since I’ve updated this blog. I am so sorry to have been MIA! Would you believe me if I told you I’ve been sick for a week and a half!? I have this horrible sore throat that I have been to the doctor for and he said it is just a [...]

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RIC RAC

I can honestly say I’ve never used Ric Rac. I tried to use it with the Apron, and it just didn’t work. Now I have three yards of Royal Ric Rac and I’m wondering how to use it. So Ric Rac lovers… What Do You Use Ric Rac For?

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Challenges

Do you ever feel like something in the world does NOT want you to finish a project? I am starting to feel that way with this Frenchy Bag by Amy Butler. It was my last project to finish before I allowed myself to make another order. I was also excited to have it, since I [...]

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Petticoat Posy Wins!

I am actually pretty glad the Petticoat Posy won. I have never been one to wear hair accessories so it’s asking a lot if it’s pretty big. I know so many people can pull off the huge flower, but I am going to have to work towards it. The Rosette Headband was cute, but huge! [...]

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Wholesale Site

The Ribbon Retreat Wholesale has a new look!!! It also has a lot of new features like expedited shipping and international shipping right there when you order! There is also tons of new ribbon available on the site. If you’re one who orders from the Wholesale site a lot, you’re going to love it! So [...]

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Hello!

A big hello and welcome to all the new subscribers! I am so excited to have more readers to share ideas and comments. The purpose of this post is to familiarize everyone with who I am and what I am doing here. First of all, I am a mother to a little boy, hence all [...]

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New Stuff

The Ribbon Retreat has added tons of cute fabric and patterns to the site. You need to check it out! I wish that I wasn’t so behind in my projects so I could order a few. Here are the few I am loving! Berkley Nantucket Summer Girly Girl Acorn (These fabrics would look great with [...]

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Winner of Giveaway

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Welcome!

The blog is now officially LIVE on The Ribbon Retreat! We couldn’t be more excited!

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The Quilt Market

Lanae is at the Quilt Market right now. How jealous are we?! It is in Minneapolis. Gorgeous, huh? Have a great time, Lanae!!

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