Mary of October Eight (blog) and sewing geek (Etsy) describes herself as a "closeted housewife with a career in IT". Take a look at the beautiful quilts, clothes and aprons she makes and sells. And, she's offering a free quilt pattern, too!
A peek at some items from sewing geek's Etsy shop (by the way, the VW quilt and the Peasant Blouse are also for sale in the shop):