The Secret, Book & Scone Society

Author: Adams, Ellery

I’ve no idea why or when this book was added to my list but when I was looking for a library book to borrow it was the first one that came up. I don’t usually read “cozy” mysteries but I didn’t mind this one.

Four women live in a small village along the Appalachian Trail. Three of the women own their own businesses while the third works in the spa that brings most of the tourists to their town. The town is about to undergo a change with the development of a new housing project. When one of the partners in the project suddenly dies the four women, some of whom had some contact with him before his death, are convinced he was murdered and set out to solve the mystery.

Goodreads Rating: * * *

Happy Birthday Ray

June 12, 2026

Lost Goslin’ (from Quilter’s Block a Day Calendar)

I forgot to take a photo of Ray’s card and then I forgot until a few days ago to ask Elizabeth for a photo. Fortunately I did remember Ray’s birthday and the card arrived on time.

Community Quilt – 2026 #3

Shift Quilt (for Moda’s National Sew a Jelly Roll Day 2025)

One Tuesday when I was sewing with the Guild I was feeling particularly unmotivated. My friend, Donna Sand, showed me this pattern and I was immediately inspired.

I had several 2.5″ strips so it is totally scrappy; I even used scraps of different white fabrics that I had. I didn’t have fabric for the borders but when we were in Victoria I purchased fabric for another project and just “borrowed” a few strips to finish this off.

I fully intended to quilt it myself but when the Guild were planning a sandwiching day I realized it would be done a lot faster if I had them sandwich it. It is possible that some other member might take it home to quilt (and I’ve no doubt it will be done better than I would have done).

Community Quilt 2026-#2

I made this in an attempt to use up more of my 2.5″ squares. The 16-patches were easy to make and I like them with sashing between the blocks.

This was done during my afternoon sessions with Gail.