Here Comes Santa Claus

There is something about Santa that never grows old.

No matter how many Christmases pass, his familiar red hat and snowy beard still spark the same quiet excitement—the kind that lives in twinkling lights, handwritten lists, and the hope that something magical might happen when the house is still.

Here Comes Santa Claus was designed to capture that feeling.

This barn quilt brings Santa to life through simple quilt-block shapes and bold, timeless color. His face peeks out just enough to feel playful and welcoming, a nod to classic folk art and the handmade Christmas decorations many of us remember from childhood. Painted in rich reds, soft whites, and deep midnight tones, the design feels both festive and calm, joyful without being overwhelming.

Barn quilts have always told stories. Traditionally displayed on barns and homes, they marked places of gathering, celebration, and family pride. With Here Comes Santa Claus, that storytelling continues, this time welcoming the Christmas season itself. Whether hung near your tree, above a mantel, or greeting guests at the front door, this piece adds warmth and character to your holiday home.

I love how this design pairs beautifully with natural greenery, twinkle lights, and simple winter décor. It feels especially at home in cozy spaces, rooms filled with candlelight, fresh pine, and the quiet hum of Christmas music in the background.

This is the kind of piece that becomes part of your seasonal rhythm. Pulled out each December, hung with care, and smiled at year after year. A small tradition that helps mark the moment when the season truly arrives.

Available in our shop  in four sizes this week 25% off with code Holiday25.  We are all excited that Santa is on his way. 

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Introducing the Winterberry Stars Barn Quilt

There’s a certain kind of magic that settles over the garden once the snow arrives...

a hush that softens everything,

a brightness that makes even the simplest shapes feel enchanted.

This week, with the first true breath of winter in the air, a new barn quilt came to life in the paint room… and I’m delighted to finally share it with you.

Meet Winterberry Stars

Inspired by winter berries, evergreen boughs, and the nostalgic glow of holiday quilting traditions, Winterberry Stars is a celebration of the season in four little bursts of color. Painted in deep cranberry red and woodland green from our Prairie Paints collection, each star radiates warmth against a snowy whitewash ground, like a string of festive lights on an old farmhouse fence.

The design is simple, joyful, and timeless… the kind of piece that feels right at home on a porch railing, hanging above a holiday mantel, or tucked into a cozy kitchen nook where cookies are cooling and music fills the room.

As with all our barn quilts, every piece is made with care, distressed by hand, framed in cedar, and sealed to last for many winters to come. Winterberry Stars is available as a fully painted barn quilt, a DIY kit, or a downloadable pattern for those who love to create their own seasonal magic.

The Heart Behind the Design

This pattern was born during a quiet morning here in the mountains, when the air was crisp and the garden was still holding onto its structure under a blanket of snow. The contrast of red berries against evergreen has always felt like winter’s own palette, nature’s way of reminding us that color and life still linger, even in the coldest months.

I wanted to design something simple enough to invite playfulness, but bold enough to stand as a beautiful focal point for holiday decorating. Four stars, arranged like a little celestial quilt block, felt just right.

Holiday Sale – A Gift for You

To celebrate the season and this new release,

we’re offering 25% off all orders in the shop with the code Holiday25.

It’s the perfect time to gather a few kits for winter crafting, gift a barn quilt to someone who loves handmade goods, or start a new holiday tradition in your home.

Bring a Little Winter Cheer Home

I hope Winterberry Stars brings warmth to your spaces and joy to your winter days. Whether you hang it outdoors to greet the snow or place it indoors where family gathers, may it be a reminder of the quiet beauty this season brings.

Thank you, as always, for creating with us…

and for letting these pieces become a small part of your traditions and celebrations.

Celebrate, Dream, Create

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Sourdough Snickerdoodles for the First Snow

Sourdough Snickerdoodles — A First Snow Tradition

Happy Friday, friends! As the snow fell soft and steady across the yard this morning, I knew exactly what I needed to bake. My jaw is still a little sore from yesterday's implant (thank you for all the love!), but there was no stopping this long-held tradition of ours: Snickerdoodles on the night of the first snow.

For as long as I can remember, back to when my children were toddling around the kitchen in footie pajamas, we have welcomed winter’s first whisper with a warm batch of snickerdoodles. For years I used an old German family recipe, but with my sourdough practice growing this past year, I’ve been adding discard to many of our favorite bakes. And oh my goodness… these cookies went over the top in the very best way. Soft, tender, lightly puffed, and kissed with cinnamon.

There’s something about watching the snow fall while the house fills with the scent of warm sugar and spice. Maybe it’s nostalgia, maybe it’s magic—but either way, it feels like home.

So here they are, our Sourdough Snickerdoodles, straight from our snow-day kitchen to yours.

Sourdough Snickerdoodle Recipe

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

• 2 sticks softened butter

• 1 ½ cups sugar

• 1 egg

• 3 teaspoons vanilla

• ½ cup sourdough discard

Dry Ingredients

• 3 cups flour

• 2 teaspoons baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

• ½ cup sugar

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon ginger
  (I love using half white sugar + half raw sugar for extra sparkle and crunch)

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Instructions

1. Mix butter, sugar, egg, vanilla, and sourdough discard together until smooth.

2. Add in dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.

3. Chill the dough for 1 hour.

4. Preheat the oven to 375°F.

5. Roll the chilled dough into ping-pong-sized balls.

6. Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon-sugar-ginger mixture.

7. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

8. Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

9. Let cool… if you can wait that long.

Enjoy warm with someone you love—or with a quiet moment to yourself as the snowflakes settle outside your window.

Yea for the first snow!

May it bring sweetness to your weekend.

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The Return of Our Beloved Barn Quilt Block Sets

There are a handful of products that make their way into the hearts of our customers year after year, and our Barn Quilt Block Sets are certainly one of them. For a long while they were unavailable as we grew our shop and expanded our collections -  but the messages continued to come in: “Are the blocks coming back?” “Do you still make the little quilt puzzles?”

Barn Quilt Block Sets

Today, we are thrilled to say…

✨ Yes! They’re back and better than ever. ✨

These handmade wooden block sets are designed for creativity, play, and endless pattern possibilities. Each set includes a framed wooden base and a collection of precision-cut triangles and squares that nestle together to form classic barn quilt designs. Think of them as a quilt you can rearrange whenever inspiration strikes.

Two Sizes - Endless Designs

Choose between:

• The Small Set (9 half-square blocks)

• The Large Set ( 16 half-square blocks)

Each comes unfinished and ready for you to make your own. Paint them in Prairie Paints, stain them for a rustic cabin feel, or decoupage them with your favorite papers or fabrics. The possibilities are as wide open as a country sky.

Why We Love Them

These sets bring the spirit of traditional quilting into woodcraft, turning heritage patterns into tactile, changeable art. Place them on a tabletop, hang them on the wall, or use them as a meditative creative ritual throughout the seasons. They make beautiful gifts for makers, quilters, and anyone who loves cozy creative projects.

We can’t wait to see how you design your set.

To shop the Barn Quilt Block Sets, visit the link below,  and don’t forget to tag us so we can share your creations!

Create. Play. Display. Repeat.

The Barn Quilt Block Sets are officially back in the shop. 🌿✨

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Stitching Through the Quiet Season – Introducing the Winter Garden Embroidery

There is a special kind of quiet that only winter knows. The garden may be sleeping under frost and snow, but in my hands, the threads are still blooming. I am so happy to finally share our Winter's Garden Embroidery Pattern & Kit with you,  a stitched bouquet of winter greens and berries gathered into an 8" hoop.

Winter's Garden Embroidery Kit and Pattern

This piece began as a sketch for our Winter Stitch Collection, inspired by branches outside my window, the last dried seed heads in the garden, and the way winter light turns everything a soft, silvery blue. I wanted a design that felt like a wreath for the colder months—part wild bouquet, part story circle—something you could hang by your desk, in your kitchen, or by a favorite reading chair to remind you that life is still growing quietly beneath the snow.

The Winter's Garden is stitched in an 8" hoop and features delicate winter florals and berries, evergreen sprigs and soft, feathery foliage with layered leaves and tiny details that invite you to slow down and take your time

It’s detailed enough to feel special and “keeper-worthy,” but still approachable for a confident beginner or an experienced stitcher looking for a peaceful, meditative project. This is the kind of piece you can work on with a warm mug nearby, one little cluster of stitches at a time.

If you love having everything ready to go, the Winter's Garden Embroidery Kit is for you. Each kit is assembled in the studio and includes:

• Pre-printed or transfer-ready Winter's Garden design

• An 8" embroidery hoop

• Quality embroidery floss in a winter palette

• Embroidery needle

• Fabric, cut and ready for stitching

• Small scissors 

• Full-color pattern with stitch guide and diagrams

• Step-by-step instructions to walk you through each element

If you prefer to use your own materials, the pattern-only option (PDF or printed pattern) includes the line drawing, color and stitch guide, and instructions, perfect for stitching from your own stash or customizing colors.

My hope is that Winter Garden becomes a quiet companion for you this season, something you can pull out on long evenings, snow days, or slow Sunday afternoons. Let the rhythm of the stitches help you breathe a little deeper, remember the beauty that’s still here, and dream of the gardens to come.

The Winter Garden Embroidery Pattern & Kit is now available in 

the shop.

Whether you are stitching it for yourself or as a gift for someone who loves winter, I can’t wait to see this garden bloom in your hands. If you share your progress, be sure to tag us so we can cheer you on.

From my winter garden to yours—may these stitches bring warmth, beauty, and a little bit of wonder to your season. 🌲✨

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