The Kackling Kousins Kick Off Fall 2026

The Kousins are returning to the quilting world after taking the summer off to be with their grandchildren,  We will be at Hoovers on Monday, September 21, to start the new block-of-the month, the American Barn Sampler Quilt, by Eleanor Burns.  This class will continue for seven months.

Monday evening we will be presenting our new lecture, "Unraveling the History of the Dresden Plate,"  to the Northern Columbia Guild in Stillwater, PA.  The Kousins had the opportunity to work with this Guild in the past, and are very much looking forward to returning.

On Tuesday, September 22, 2026, we will return to Hoovers to teach the Machine Quilting with Rulers class from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  

If you have not registered for the two classes at Hoovers, you still have time to call and register. 

We are anxious to be back and hope to quilt with you soon.

Upcoming Classes

Monday, October 20, 2026  - Free Motion Quilting (Hoovers)

Monday, November 27, 2026 - Mini Dresden Notebook Cover (Hoovers)

Monday, December 7, 2026 - Catherdral Window Holiday Mat (Hoovers)

Contact Information

Hoover's Bernina Sew LLC

570-966-3822

Mifflinburg, PA

       

Free Motion Quilting - Ready for a Summer Break

On Tuesday, June 16, 2026 the Kackling Kousins offered a class on Free Motion Quiting, before summer break at Hoovers. See below highlights from the day.

The Kackling Kousins will resume their teaching schedule in September 2026 with a new block of the month, American Barn Sampler Quilt, by Eleanor Burns.  Registration is required.

American Barn Sampler Quilt - NEW BLOCK OF THE MONTH, Starting 9/21/26

Free Motion Quilting, 6/16/26

Eli's Kitchen BOM in the Books

The Kackling Kousins just finished the 2025-26 BOM, Eli's Kitchen at Hoovers!  These ladies were very dedicated to completing this quilt.  Take a look at one of the quilts . . .

Kackling Kousins Travel to NJ for Guild Presentation

The Kackling Kousins traveled to Belvidere, New Jersey to spend the afternoon with the Evening Star Quilters' Guild.  What a great group of quilters!  They were so welcoming and attentive to the Quilt-As-You-Go Civil War Style lecture. 

The Evening Star Quilters' Guild was founded in 1987.  The guild promotes interest and knowledge in the art of quilt making and a commitment to educate people in all aspects of quilting, while engaging in charitable projects.  

The Evening Star Quilters' Guild will always be known as the first presentation the Kackling Kousins made outside Pennsylvania.  Thank you for having us.

Website:  www.esqg.com

Facebook Page:  Evening Star Quilters' Guild, Belvidere, New Jersey

Evening Star Quilt Guild, 2026 Raffle Quilt    

New Block of the Month Offering - American Barn Sampler Quilt

The Kackling Kousins are excited about the new block of the month offering this fall--American Barn Sampler Quilt, by Eleanor Burns.  The block of the month series will begin on Monday, 9/21/26 at Hoovers in Mifflinburg and will continue for seven months. 

Classes will meet on the 3rd Monday of each month from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  Registration is required.  Call Hoovers today to reserve a space at 570-966-3822 and don't forget to pick up the class handout so that you have all the information you need for the first class.  

Sharing Something Personal with the Quilting Community

Over the years, this blog has been about more than quilting.

It’s been about people.

The conversations, the laughter, the stories shared while creating something with our hands.

And that’s really what led to this…

Kelly, one-half of the Kackling Kousins duo, recently published a book.

It’s a collection of true stories from her life—moments that made her laugh, shake her head,  and say,“...you have got to be shitting me – life rarely checks.”

In many ways, it’s not that different from quilting.

Each story is a little piece… and when put together, they tell something bigger.

Sharing it here, even though it’s not quilting-related, just felt right. This community has been such a big part of the journey.

If you are curious, the book is available on

Amazon

March Madness at Hoovers

The Kackling Kousins were at Hoovers on March 16 and 17.  

NOTE:  The new classroom is fabulous.

Quilters were working on the Eli's Kitchen Block of the Month.  Here is a glimpse of all the blocks they have completed to date.

On the 17th, the Kousins taught Machine Quilting with Ruler.  We had a great class.  We have touched 100+ students with this class.  Ruler quilting allows quilters to customized their work.  Creativity is unlimited with this technique.

Kackling Kousins Start 2026 at Hoovers

On Monday, January 19, 2026 the Kackling Kousins offered their first classes of the new year at Hoovers.  The Eli's Kitchen Block-of-the-Month group met to complete their 7th and 8th blocks of the series.  In March we will take some photos so that you can see their progress to date.

On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, The Kousins offered the Quilt-As-You-Go Civil War Style class.  The students in attendance were very successful with their two- and three-block creations.  Take a look for yourself.

NOTE:  The Kackling Kousins will not be at Hoovers in February.  The classroom will be under construction to add the new addition.  We will return on Monday, March 16 for Blocks 9 and 10 of Eli's Kitchen; and on Tuesday, March 17 with another offering of Machine Quilting with Rulers.

A photo of Lorna's final three blocks were sent to us to share.  It is beautiful!

 

SPECIAL NOTICE - January Classes Not Cancelled

NOTE:  The classes offered by the Kackling Kousins at Hoovers in January 2026 are NOT CANCELLED.

Eli's Kitchen Block-of-the-Month will meet on Monday, January 19, 2026.

On Tuesday, 1/20/26, the Kackling Kousins will be at Hoovers to teach Quilt-As-You-Go Civil War Style.  This Quilt-As-You-Go lecture will focus on the history of and the techniques used in making the “Potholder” quilts during the Civil War.  This method of quilting is still applicable today for finishing up all of those unfinished blocks that most quilters have stored away somewhere and for completing community service projects. 

There are still seats available. Register this week by calling Hoovers at (570) 966-3822. Hope to see you there!

Kackling Kousin classes scheduled for February 2026 ARE CANCELLED.

To You and Yours . . .

Here is wishing you and yours a very

Merry Christmas 

and a happy and healthy 

New Year!  

Hoping to enjoy quilting with all of you in 2026!

The Kackling Kousins,
Kate and Kelly

Oh What Fun It Was to Teach the Cathedral Window Table Mat Today, HEY!

On Tuesday, January 16, 2025, the Kackling Kousins spent a wonderful day at Hoover teaching the Cathedral Window Holiday Table Mat class.  Take a look at the beautiful fabrics the quilters selected. 

Another Opportunity - Cathedral Window Table Mat

The hustle bustle of the Holiday Season is definitely upon us.  Are you feeling the need to getaway to Hoovers before the family festivities begin?  Well, another opportunity presented itself.  Due to the inclement weather on December 2, the class for the Cathedral Window Table Mat was cancelled. However, low and behold, Leon (what would we do without Leon) switched some things around in Hoovers busy schedule and rescheduled the class for Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

The Kousins are so excited!  We too need a day at our "happy place," to end the year on a good note.  So, if you can get away, please join us for a fun filled day of sewing and learning this age-old technique.  It may even be that last minute Holiday gift you need.

 

   

What a Great Week for The Kousins!

Mount Laurel Quilt Guild, Wellsboro, Pennsylvania

The Kackling Kousins started their week providing a lecture and workshop to the Mount Laurel Quilt Guild in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania (Monday, 11/10/25). What a beautiful area! 

It was truly a pleasure to provide the Mount Laurel Quilt Guild with a lecture and workshop entitled, "Quilt-As-You-Go Civil War Style."  This event followed the Guild's mission, as well as the goals of the Kackling Kousins--to further the art of quilting through education, sharing ideas, materials, skills and fellowship.  What a great group of quilters!

Take a look at our day:

 

 

Hoovers Bernina Sew

The Kousins then traveled to Hoovers in Mifflinburg to teach the third class of "Eli's Kitchen Block-of-the-Month" (Monday, 11/17/25).  We completed the sixth block for this quilt.  The fellowship we share with this group of quilters is totally amazing. 

The week ended with The Kousins offering a class on "Free Motion Quilting" at Hoovers (Tuesday, 11/18/25).  We had so much fun and each quilter worked hard to find their favorite free motion design.