Why Quilts Matter is Coming to TQS!

This engaging series takes a look at the impact quilts have had on our society, our economy, and our lives. Shelly Zegart is the Executive Producer and Host and takes the viewer on an educational journey. The information provided is compelling, thought-provoking, and inspiring.

Beginning January 20th, Why Quilts Matter, the entire 9-part series, will be available to all TQS Star Members!

Can you believe that Alex and Ricky have so many ideas to share that they don't have room on TQS website alone? The Quilt Life magazine gives them a chance to explore and share even more great information and stories about quilting and the quilting lifestyle…and, right now, you can purchase TWO 1-year subscriptions of The Quilt Life for only $17.50 each! Absolutely the best price ever offer, this is a fantastic treat.

TODAY is the perfect time to buy a 1-year subscription for yourself, and a 1-year subscription for your best quilting friend. Don't let this fantastic offer pass you by, it expires January 31, 2012

** To take advantage of this offer, enter code T17 when you place your order.

It's time to start the 2012 BOM - SEDONA STAR from Sarah Vedeler.We begin our lesson's this month with the very center of the quilt- the circle and the 9 triangles surrounding it. The circle will be completed in its entirety. The 9 triangles will be set aside until February when they will be added to the quilt top.

Come and join the year-long fun and learning with us. For the Introduction and January pattern click here.

Be sure to watch Sarah's instructional video lesson for the January pattern available on January 2, 2012.

Kits are now available!

Alex and Captain John are going to be introduced to their new grandbaby in March 2012 and TQS is having a Baby Quilt Contest, but you have to play to win!

The rules are simple and there will be prizes, including fabric from Alex's latest line, Leila Rose from P&B Textiles. The most important thing you need to know is that the baby is due March 28, 2012, which is also the deadline to enter, and it's a girl!

Learn about the crafting and the goat at Alex's daughter's wedding.

Our latest episode is 1002: The Value of ... Value! with Michelle Jackson

Since graduating from FIT, Michelle Jackson has made a successful transition from lingerie designer to wearable art, and ultimately to art quilts. In this episode, the 2010 Niche Award-winning fiber artist demonstrates the relationship - and difference - between color and value, and the important part value plays in determining what one sees when viewing a quilt. 

(photo: Gregory Case)