Alex Anderson's TQS Classroom on The Quilt Show (www.thequiltshow.com)

Alex Anderson's TQS Classroom on The Quilt Show (www.thequiltshow.com) http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/rss/alex/blog.xml Alex's TQS Classroom Main Page on The Quilt Show (www.thequiltshow.com). Join Alex with up close, personal and sometimes quirky quilt lessons delivered in short bite size segments - From her home, directly to you and for you. en-us Alex's TQS Classroom Main Page http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/rss/alex/blog.xml 09/02/10: Alex's TQS Classroom Main Page on The Quilt Show (www.thequiltshow.com). Join Alex with up close, personal and sometimes quirky quilt lessons delivered in short bite size segments - From her home, directly to you and for you. Thu, 2 Sep 2010 19:00:02 CDT http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/rss/alex/blog.xml Fabric Storage http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/94 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/94"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/94_color_wheel_5_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>07/28/2009: So much fabric, so little room - well sort of. Up next - a 12 part visit to P&B Textiles - these lessons will be shown in the main blog. Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:26:45 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/94 To Wash or Not - http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/93 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/93"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/93_color_wheel_4_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>07/21/2009: That is the million dollar question, and the wrong answer might land you in JAIL!(this quilt pattern is in Beautifully Quilted - to order an autographed copy go here ) Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:04:22 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/93 Fabric http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/92 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/92"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/92_dscn3706_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>07/19/2009: And guess what? I purchased another 5 yards - 8 in all! I have never done this before....... Sun, 19 Jul 2009 10:14:15 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/92 It's Shopping Time http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/91 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/91"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/91_color_wheel_3_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>07/11/2009: With limited budget - I plan / approach my shopping with a game plan in place - here is how I decide how much and what to buy. And speaking of that incredible neutral piece, I went back and purchased two more yards!!!! Sat, 11 Jul 2009 10:36:58 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/91 Color Wheel - Cont. http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/90 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/90"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/90_color_wheel_2_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>07/05/2009: Here is some more information regarding the color wheel, including a introduction to Joen Wolfrom's 3 in 1 color tool. We do carry them in the shoppe . If you have not yet seen Joen's show go here to watch. Sun, 5 Jul 2009 15:32:13 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/90 My Bad http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/89 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/89"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/89_quilts_and_fabrics_326_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>07/02/2009: OK gang - I messed up - actually it will be twice (including in the next lesson). A dear TQS member privately emailed me about this last lesson. Tertiary is not the correct term for a "triangle" on top of the color wheel it is the third layer of color mixing. Triad is the correct term - THANK YOU fo... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/89">read more</a>) Thu, 2 Jul 2009 12:50:16 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/89 Tackling the Color Wheel http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/88 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/88"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/88_color_wheel_1_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>07/01/2009: Don't be put off by " the wheel " - it too can be your quilting friend - just as fantastic as a sterling memory! Wed, 1 Jul 2009 13:48:37 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/88 Color Familes http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/86 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/86"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/86_fabric_fun_10_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/25/2009: It is time for all color familes to get along - in fact the more we mix, the better it gets! Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:55:57 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/86 Character of Print http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/85 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/85"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/85_fabric_fun_9_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/22/2009: Here is another "rule" to keep in the back of your mind. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:53:21 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/85 The Value of Value http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/84 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/84"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/84_fabric_fun_8_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/19/2009: This perhaps is the MAGIC KEY to success! Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:50:56 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/84 YUCK! http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/83 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/83"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/83_fabric_fun_7_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/17/2009: We weren't born to love it all - or were we? Time to celebrate diversity! Wed, 17 Jun 2009 05:46:36 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/83 Stop the Talk http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/82 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/82"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/82_fabric_fun_6_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/12/2009: Truly, what if you really don't like it!? Fri, 12 Jun 2009 10:43:10 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/82 The Good and Bad Colors of the World http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/81 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/81"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/81_fabric_fun_5_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/08/2009: REALLY??? And let me just tell you what they ARE! Mon, 8 Jun 2009 10:39:25 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/81 Time to Get Down and Dirty http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/80 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/80"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/80_fabric_fun_4_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/04/2009: or just a little scrappy. - bring it on baby! Thu, 4 Jun 2009 18:36:21 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/80 And Speaking of Memories http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/79 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/79"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/79_fabric_fun_3_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/31/2009: Calling all fishermen -Here is another one! Sun, 31 May 2009 10:32:48 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/79 Colorful Memories http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/78 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/78"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/78_fabric_fun_2_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/28/2009: If memory serves you well........................and I am sure it does! Thu, 28 May 2009 10:27:16 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/78 Sparrow's Story http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/77 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/77"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/77_fabric_fun_1_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/27/2009: Now that Sparrow is a regular character in my classroom (there is always one in every group!) - here is a little about her background - coming up next a Memory Palette. To see Sparrow doing her thing, scroll down one blog below this one. Wed, 27 May 2009 17:49:58 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/77 Sparrow in Action! http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/87 05/27/2009: Here is a very short video of Sparrow in action. Wed, 27 May 2009 07:05:22 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/87 Shop til You Drop! http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/76 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/76"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/76_neutral_4_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/18/2009: Shop til you drop - no kidding...and remember, it is all in the value, character of print and the willingness to mix color tones for your intended results! Mon, 18 May 2009 19:33:35 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/76 Neutral Stash and Such! http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/75 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/75"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/75_neutral_3_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/16/2009: Wanna take a peek at my stash? Time to get up close and personal! Sat, 16 May 2009 19:30:48 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/75 Neutral 101 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/74 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/74"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/74_neutral_2_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/13/2009: Don't be fooled by neutral prints - they are not all created equally! Wed, 13 May 2009 12:28:20 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/74 Question and Answer Time http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/73 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/73"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/73_neutral_1_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/11/2009: You are such a good class (how did I get all the good students?) - and smart thinkers have questions - so here you go! Mon, 11 May 2009 19:24:45 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/73 One Color Quilts, Show and Tell http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/72 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/72"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/72_quilts_and_fabrics_120_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>04/23/2009: So here are some of my quilts. For the Pineapple quilt pattern, check out my Paper Piecing book. To order go here . To check out the work of Elizabethb Scoot / Late Bloomers Quilts go here . Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:15:04 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/72 Working in One Color Family http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/71 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/71"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/71_quilts_and_fabrics_109_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>04/18/2009: This is a cool way to work, and there are three Very important things to keep in mind - But, most importantly start collecting YESTERDAY for this sort of color arrangement. Sat, 18 Apr 2009 17:02:11 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/71 Solid Stuff - Show and Tell http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/70 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/70"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/70_quilts_and_fabrics_146_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>04/08/2009: Let's take a look at my earlier pieces that incorporated solid fabric quilts and hand quilting. To order the book Beautifully Quilted go here . To learn more about P&B Textiles go here . Here is another image of a quilt from way back when. Wed, 8 Apr 2009 15:29:04 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/70 Solid Stuff http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/69 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/69"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/69_quilts_and_fabrics_104_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>04/05/2009: There are two basic rules when working with Solids - after that, child's play! Have you ever enjoyed making a quilt entirely out of solids - if so what was the pattern and if not, why? Sun, 5 Apr 2009 15:18:18 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/69 And One More Thing........ http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/68 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/68"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/68_quilts_and_fabrics_075_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>03/30/2009: that is really important regarding Focus Fabrics - and this is KEY Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:28:50 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/68 We Need to Get Focused! http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/67 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/67"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/67_quilts_and_fabrics_069_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>03/21/2009: So back to the point, just what makes an incredibly perfect piece of focus fabric? Here you go! Sat, 21 Mar 2009 10:14:45 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/67 Color Gods - are you kidding me??? http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/66 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/66"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/66_michelle_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>03/10/2009: No kidding gang - they do exist - take a peek and see what this is all about! Tue, 10 Mar 2009 10:29:04 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/66 Fabric Fun - Staying Focused http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/65 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/65"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/65_quilts_and_fabrics_072_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>03/07/2009: Theres more to the story of the dress - well sort of. Here is a close up of the quilt inspired by Emma's dress fabric. To order Welcome Home go here. Sat, 7 Mar 2009 03:44:38 CSThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/65 Fabric Shopping - Time to get Focused http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/64 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/64"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/64_quilts_and_fabrics_071_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>03/05/2009: OK - So we have learned that holiday is the easiest way to get started, let's go to the next easiest way to work - Let's get FOCUSED! To learn more about Empty Spools Seminars go here . Thu, 5 Mar 2009 11:05:30 CSThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/64 Fabric Fun - Holiday http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/63 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/63"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/63_fabric_1_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>03/02/2009: Holiday is perhaps the easiest way to work - and yet it provides stunning results - take a peek. Mon, 2 Mar 2009 15:29:53 CSThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/63 Design in Action http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/61 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/61"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/61_quiltingd3_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>12/10/2008: Here is my design solution to the incredible top made by Kris Spray for the Mantica, CA quilt guild . I cannot wait to see it quilted! Wed, 10 Dec 2008 06:39:29 CSThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/61 How About Holly? http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/60 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/60"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/60_quilting_design_14_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>12/01/2008: On a simpler note, use motifs that you are familiar with to create an original design. This simple Holly Berry might just be the trick for a holiday quilt. Mon, 1 Dec 2008 12:26:45 CSThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/60 Original Fancy Designs http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/59 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/59"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/59_quilting_design_22_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>11/28/2008: No kidding folks, by taking this design one step at a time, it truly is EASY! To order a copy of Beautifully Quilted go here . (Order two books / patterns (either combination) and mention you saw it here in the comments section of the order form and I will throw in a 1/2 yard of fabric from one of m... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/59">read more</a>) Fri, 28 Nov 2008 06:43:31 CSThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/59 So What About Those CRAZY Border Corners?! http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/58 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/58"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/58_border_1_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>11/21/2008: So many choices - what is a person to do - consider the choices - the sky is only the limit! Fri, 21 Nov 2008 01:34:19 CSThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/58 Drawing the Lemoyne http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/57 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/57"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/57_quiltinga_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>11/13/2008: Drawing this star is really quite easy - check it out! Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:29:00 CSThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/57 Feather Police http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/55 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/55"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/55_feather_police_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>07/02/2008: Your wish is my command (John only dreams that this was HIS reality LOL) - Here is a PDF to keep by your side as a reference when drawing your feathers. Click here to download the printable PDF file. Wed, 2 Jul 2008 11:11:16 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/55 Back to Quilting designs -Inside feathers and Police http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/54 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/54"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/54_wendy_2_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>07/01/2008: I am hoping we are starting back up in the right place - yikes! This class room got away from me with the pieced lemoyne, kind of like when the subsitute is in for a week. I appreciate all your comments - remember, if you are new to this site, start from the beginning and move through the lessons in... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/54">read more</a>) Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:27:38 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/54 PART 7 and 8 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/53 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/53"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/53_leymone_8_good_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/22/2008: I decided to combine part seven and eight - many of you noticed how little I pressed seams, excellent observation. I reserve that part until the end- then have at it. Also, if your star has a little "pooch" in the center, feel free to use a lot of steam or spray starch - The quilt that you saw in th... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/53">read more</a>) Sun, 22 Jun 2008 07:38:28 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/53 Lemoyne part 6 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/51 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/51"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/51_leymone_6_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/16/2008: You know I love to pin - but please note this is the FIRST time it is necessary - grab those delicious extra fine glass head pins and get those seams lined up! Mon, 16 Jun 2008 19:32:59 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/51 Lemoyne Part 5 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/50 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/50"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/50_lemoyne_5_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/14/2008: Pressing matters - it really does. How you approach this part of the star can make or break the result! Sat, 14 Jun 2008 14:37:25 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/50 Lemoyne - Part four http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/49 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/49"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/49_leymone_4_good_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/12/2008: For a successful lemoyne - burn this mantra in your mind. 1. Line up the out side edge 2. Sew the outside seams first then the inside seam 3. Backstitch at the dot Thu, 12 Jun 2008 18:35:36 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/49 Lemoyne - part three - background http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/48 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/48"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/48_leymone_3_good_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/11/2008: Now it is time for cutting and preparing the background - remember that this is a 12" FINISHED block - Wed, 11 Jun 2008 06:37:44 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/48 Cutting the diamonds http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/47 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/47"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/47_leymone_2_good_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/10/2008: Although you might be timid about rotary cutting diamonds - it is a snap. Simply make sure your ruler has a 45 degree angle and you are good to go! Tue, 10 Jun 2008 06:07:10 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/47 I Love the Lemoyne http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/46 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/46"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/46_leymone_1_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/09/2008: As mentioned in Lindy's store - I promised to show you how to piece this beauty. It is not for beginners - but not that hard - a confident beginner can master this star. Over the next few days I will present the pieced lemoyne in 8 easy bite sized segments. Gather your fabric and take a peek! PS: M... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/46">read more</a>) Mon, 9 Jun 2008 06:34:46 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/46 More Feathers http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/45 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/45"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/45_quilting_design_9_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/05/2008: Thanks for all the questions - regarding the pencil line, I appologize that it is difficult to see -however, these have all been taped, edited and banked- also a felt tip pen would not fit in my circle maker tool - but that said, we will soon have our designs inked. Thank you for watching and keepin... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/45">read more</a>) Thu, 5 Jun 2008 15:29:26 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/45 It's Feathers Time http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/44 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/44"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/44_quilting_design_2_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/03/2008: Now that we have mastered cables - it is time for a feathered wreath. I LOVE this design and use it over and over. With just a little practice you will be drawing these free form. These lessons are also available in Beautifully Quilted - for an autographed copy go here or visit the shoppe here . Tue, 3 Jun 2008 14:07:18 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/44 Cables - Make Them Yours! http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/43 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/43"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/43_quilting_design_9_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/31/2008: Last but not least we need to customise for your own unqiue quilting situation. Sat, 31 May 2008 09:47:01 CDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/43 More on Cables http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/42 <a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/alex.php/alex_id/42"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/alex/42_quilting_design_8_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/29/2008: Just like a donut twist, cables are fun to enjoy! 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