Alliance for Am. Quilts-History at Your Fingertips

If you aren't already familiar with the nonprofit Alliance for American Quilts, then you'll want to visit the Daily Blog today (December 11, 2007) to read the about the inspiring work this organization whose mission is to preserve and share the stories of quilts and their makers. Each month we will bring you an article showcasing various projects of the Alliance. To read the entire article click here.

Give 'em a Good Read
Do you have a quilting friend on your holiday list that has everything? How about a new quilting book? There have been many exciting books published lately. We polled our recent TQS guests to find out what they are reading and would recommend. There may be a title or two that you might just want to put on your own "wish list".

Ann Fahl-The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron

Mary Fisher-The Quilt of Belonging by Ester Bryan and Friends

Alex-My Sister's Keeper by Jodi Piccoult

Pam Holland-Inspired to Stitch, 21 Textile Artists by Diane Springall

Cheryl Malkowski- Flora by Brent Elliott

Denise Labadie-Art & Fear by David Bayles & Ted Orland

And if those don't get you inspired here are a few we found that we are pretty sure you might want to check out:

Thread Painting by Leni Levenson Wiener

Altered Photo Artistry by Beth Wheeler & Lori Marquette

The Painted Quilt by Linda Kemshall & Laura Kemshall

Landscape in Contemporary Quilts by Ineke Berlyn

Crossroads by Nancy Crow

Illinois Amish Quilts:Sharing Threads of Tradition by Janice Wass

The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook by Susan Briscoe

Neutral Essentials by Alex Anderson

Rhapsody Quilts by Ricky Tims

TQS Shoppe Specials
Be sure to check out our special of the week (Dec. 11-18, 2007) in the TQS Shoppe. Quilt kit "On the Road Again" by Ricky Tims is 10% off the regular price. The kit includes the latest batik fabric available from Timeless Treasures. And, if that doesn't suit your fancy, why not get in the spirit of the season with 10% off Ricky's Christmastime CD. This recording features many well known and timeless favorites interpreted by Ricky's caring and sensitive hands. Both items are sure to brighten up anyone's day. Click here for the Shoppe.