http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/rss/blog/blog.xml Our RSS feed to the Quilt Show Daily Blog. en-us http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/rss/blog/blog.xml 06/18/13: The Daily Blog Main Page for The Quilt Show (www.thequiltshow.com). Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:00:01 PDT http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/rss/blog/blog.xml http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5734 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5734"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/4/5734/5734_luggagetag_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/18/2013: As summer is the time that many of us visit family and friends, we think you'll agree that this week's project is "just the ticket!" You can assemble these distinctive, but easy-to-make tags in an hour or so. They'll help you find your luggage quickly among the sea of bags on the carousel. They also... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5734">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:00:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5734 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5735 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5735"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/5/5735/5735_kits_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/18/2013: Hurry! Ricky Tims' Color Rhapsody Quilt Class Begins June 21 Only 3 Days to Get the Kit and Pattern. Beat the heat and have some quilting fun by making a Colorful Rhapsody quilt that celebrates the summer! Beginning with the first video lesson on June 21, Ricky will take you through the steps for... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5735">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:47:36 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5735 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5733 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5733"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/3/5733/5733_carol_doak_2_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/17/2013: Quilt artist, prolific author (20 books and counting), and popular teacher Carol Doak joins the TQS gang aboard the historic USS Yorktown, now part of the Patriots Point museum complex just east of Charleston, SC. Considered by many the Queen of Paper Piecing, Carol "shakes things up" with a ton of ... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5733">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 05:05:58 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5733 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5727 <p align="left">06/17/2013: Here's the latest news from the National Quilt Museum in Paducah. Could you be one of the lucky two quilters? The Faithful Circle Quilters Guild in Downers Grove, Illinois is funding two $500 scholarships to be awarded to individuals that wish to attend a workshop at the National Quilt Museum in ... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5727">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5727 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5675 <p align="left">06/16/2013: In Episode 1213 - "Shake It Up" with the Queen of Paper Piecing , Carol Doak shows creative combinations that bring new life to your blocks. </p><br clear="all"/> Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:00:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5675 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5355 <p align="left">06/16/2013: Enjoy a little bit of Father's Day fun. Warning, you might get tired just watching!</p><br clear="all"/> Sun, 16 Jun 2013 12:00:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5355 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5726 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5726"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/6/5726/5726_jigsaw_planet_my_puzzles_album_1_morning_rays_289_pieces_nonrotating_embed_puzzle_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/16/2013: This week's TQS puzzle is Morning Rays . It can be found in Carol Doaks' lastest book from C&T Publishing, Carol Doak's Creative Combinations, Stunning Blocks & Borders from a Single Unit . Morning Rays - 36 pieces non-rotating Morning Rays - 100 pieces non-rotating Morning Rays - 289 ... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5726">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sun, 16 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5726 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5722 <p align="left">06/15/2013: This photo is of an actual sewing machine that Dr. Bob at Superior Threads took apart when his friend asked if he could figure out why her machine wasn't working properly. The machine looked fine from the outside, but this is what he found on the on the inside. The parts were covered with lint. Lint... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5722">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sat, 15 Jun 2013 13:00:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5722 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5713 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5713"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/3/5713/5713_grandma_s_big_fish_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/15/2013: Grandma's Big Fish was the winner of the Most Humorous Quilt at Road to California 2013 . Made by Kathy Adams, Joanne Baeth, Dona Ford, Susan Massini, and Louise Page it was begun in 2010 and finished in 2011. It is an original design using parts of three photos taken in 1959. Artist statement: The... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5713">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5713 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5723 <p align="left">06/14/2013: Need to spice up your decorations? How about a neck support while you while away the hours reading that hot summer novel? Here's a great bolster pillow project that you can make it no time from Ilse at Sew It Love It . All you need are two different fabrics, pillow filling. and some ribbon. You ca... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5723">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:04:25 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5723 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5715 <p align="left">06/14/2013: We're wrapping up Season 12 with Carol Doak and a visit to the USS Yorktown , now part of the Patriots Point museum complex just east of Charleston, SC. Considered by many to be the Queen of Paper Piecing, Carol "shakes things up" with a ton of creative options for flipping, distorting, and otherwis... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5715">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5715 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5720 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5720"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/0/5720/5720_quiltallianceevent_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/13/2013: Recently we told you about an opportunity for one TQS member to win two tickets to the upcoming (July 20) Quilt Alliance event in Herndon, VA. Well...we're pleased to announce that lv2bquilting2 has been selected to attend this spectacular event with a friend of her choosing ! This one-day, jam-pa... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5720">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:25:24 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5720 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5719 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5719"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/9/5719/5719_visit_the_classroom_0_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/13/2013: We invite you to join us on June 21 as we launch ten whole months of creative classes, led by some of the quilt world's most outstanding artists and teachers. These classes, which are sure to expand the contents of your quilter's tool box, cover a wide range of subjects, such as: making a Rhapsody ... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5719">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:18:12 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5719 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5725 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5725"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/5/5725/5725_american_quilter_s_society_about_aqs_aqs_employment_aqs_quilt_shows_and_contests_quilting_memberships_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/13/2013: How would you like to work in Quilt City USA with the American Quilter's Society ? They have job openings. Just think how close you'd be to the museum and the quilt show... click here to learn more. Positions include: Editorial Assistant Customer Service Representative Event Staff Proof Reader Grap... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5725">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5725 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5710 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5710"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/0/5710/5710_happy_lady_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/12/2013: This week's zoom quilt is Happy Lady by Hyeon Joo Shin of South Korea. The quilt was exhibited as part of the Large Wall Quilts - Home Machine Quilted exhibit at AQS QuiltWeek Paducah 2013 . It measures 60" x 79." Hyeon Joo wanted to express the happiness of a woman writing to a loved one. The piece... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5710">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:03:09 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5710 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5712 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5712"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/2/5712/5712_make_the_project_0_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/12/2013: For this week's stash-buster, you'll use both 8" and 6 1/2" squares to create a stunning (and easy) scrap quilt that you can make as large or small as you'd like. Give it a try: this one's sure to be a family favorite! We found this easy to make raw-edge circle quilt top tutorial (here ) and t... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5712">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Wed, 12 Jun 2013 05:26:54 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5712 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5709 <p align="left">06/12/2013: Join us this week as we share the beauty and charm of Charleston, SC. The city recently served as the location for the TQS 'On the Road' tapings. It was voted by Conde Nast Traveler as the Top City in the U.S. in both 2011 and 2012. From the beautiful ironwork, stunning gardens and divine food, Char... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5709">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5709 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5718 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5718"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/8/5718/5718_get_the_recipe_0_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/11/2013: Not so impressed with your last attempt at preparing ribs? Why not whip up a batch of Judith Baker Montano's ( Episode 1212 ) lip-smackin'-good Cody Spenser's Whiskey Ribs? The recipe, a family (and friends') favorite at Judith's home for years, is destined to please your hungry crowd as well. You'l... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5718">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:13:22 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5718 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5714 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5714"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/4/5714/5714_caringbridge_libby_lehman_welcome_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/11/2013: Ricky & Alex have come up with a way to contribute and have a chance to own a Ricky Tims quilt or an Alex Anderson quilt. Open your email that will be coming later this week for all the details.</p><br clear="all"/> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 03:39:59 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5714 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5711 <p align="left">06/10/2013: Summer is just around the corner, or in some cases is already here. Have you checked out the Events section of the TQS website? Here are some upcoming events in June for you to enjoy. To learn more about them click on FEATURES in the Navigation Bar at the top of the page and then click on EVENTS . Y... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5711">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5711 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5705 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5705"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/5/5705/5705_gotolibby_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/09/2013: Here's a cute project we found on We All Sew from Bernina . It's from Quilting Kari Carr of New Leaf Stitches and she calls it her "Straight and Narrow" Quilt. Kari gives you the free pattern for the project and shows you how to combine stitches to create a nifty method of "straight line" quilting t... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5705">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sun, 9 Jun 2013 19:52:05 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5705 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5699 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5699"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/9/5699/5699_jigsaw_planet_my_puzzles_album_1_study_in_dusties_300_pieces_nonrotating_embed_puzzle1_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/09/2013: The TQS Puzzle is one of Judith Baker Montano's fine art crazy quilts. Created with both new and vintage fabrics and heavily embellished. Study in Dusties is 16" x 28." You can visit Judith's site by clicking here . You can watch Judith on TQS in Episodes: 1212: Something Old, Something New: Early... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5699">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sun, 9 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5699 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5707 <p align="left">06/08/2013: Okay this product is so cool, that Rob went back to the Stkr It booth to see how it really worked. It's a method for labeling your quilts that allows you to record information, photos, stories, and even songs that are associated with your quilt. For more product information click here . We apologize... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5707">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sat, 8 Jun 2013 17:07:44 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5707 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5701 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5701"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/1/5701/5701_zoom_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/08/2013: Today's TQS Zoom Quilt is by Yaeko Noguchi of Saitama City, Japan. Summer Garden won 3rd Place, Large Wall Quilts, Hand Quilted at AQS QuiltWeek Paducah 2013. Here is her quilt description, " Morning glories, coxcombs, sunflowers, and unknown flowers bloom every year from seeds of previous flowers. ... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5701">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sat, 8 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5701 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5706 <p align="left">06/08/2013: While at Portland Market, Rob Appell stopped by the booth of Stephanie Marie Designs and spoke with pattern and fabric designer, and part of the RJR Fabrics family, Stephanie Wright. Stephanie explains, "In my fabric collections, I bring traditional and contemporary design together. I draw inspirati... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5706">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sat, 8 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5706 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5704 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5704"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/4/5704/5704_button_try_me_special_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/07/2013: Judith Baker Montano is sharing images of her fabulous work. These images detail her use of organic shapes and interesting layers of textiles including cheesecloth, scrim, and ribbon. You'll want to pause each photo and examine every detail. It's the next best thing to seeing them in person. You ca... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5704">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Fri, 7 Jun 2013 15:00:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5704 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5700 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5700"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/0/5700/5700_route_66_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/07/2013: Ricky's Historic Route 66 Tour is just around the corner. They head out of Chicago on June 16th and finish up in Los Angeles on June 29th while passing through Missouri, Oklahoma, Santa Fe, and New Mexico. On the tour Ricky will be offering historical information and each day there will be a theme. ... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5700">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Fri, 7 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5700 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5708 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5708"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/8/5708/5708_screen_shot_20130606_at_114928_am_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/06/2013: This is a really fun time and free too! See Ricky Tims as the new Barn Quilt Block goes up at the AccuQuilt Headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska.</p><br clear="all"/> Thu, 6 Jun 2013 11:53:33 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5708 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5703 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5703"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/3/5703/5703_romarebearden_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/06/2013: The stunningly colorful and diverse works of Romare Bearden (1911-1988) and Sedrick Huckaby (b. 1975) are currently on view at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art in Fort Worth, TX. The selection of Bearden's works, featuring his Odyssey series of collages and watercolors, and Huckaby's painting,... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5703">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Thu, 6 Jun 2013 05:30:46 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5703 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5695 <p align="left">06/06/2013: More than 1600 hand-sewn flags have been installed int he Shapiro Family Courtyard at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston as part of the " To Boston with Love " project conceived by Berene Campbell of Vancouver, Canada as a reaction to the bombings at the Boston Marathon. Fabric flag, Courtney Thompson,... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5695">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Thu, 6 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5695 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5697 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5697"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/7/5697/5697_lenore_crawfordport_of_oassis_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/05/2013: Port of Cassis by Lenore Crawford is a stunning quilt of a small village on the Mediterranean near Monte Carlo. Lenore was inspired by a photo that she took at dusk. The light at that time of day allowed her to capture the reflection of the buildings in the water. It is a multiple award-winning qui... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5697">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Wed, 5 Jun 2013 15:00:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5697 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5696 <p align="left">06/05/2013: It's time to let TQS take you on a journey around the globe. For the next thirteen weeks, we'll be sharing amazing images of colorful, inspirational places. While not immediately quilt-related, many of these beautiful scenes will no doubt get your creative juices flowing. So, grab a cup (or glass) o... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5696">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Wed, 5 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5696 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5702 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5702"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/2/5702/5702_pincushion_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/04/2013: Who says you can't make a useful quilting notion from just one 3 1/2" square of fabric and a bit of stuffing? This darling pointer-finger pincushion is sure to find a special place in your workbasket. We found this terrific little project here and just had to share it with you. Why not make a whole... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5702">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Tue, 4 Jun 2013 05:00:52 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5702 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5694 <p align="left">06/03/2013: Have you ever wondered if it was important to "set your seams" when you are putting your blocks together? Here's the answer from Julie at www.TheCraftyQuilter.com .</p><br clear="all"/> Mon, 3 Jun 2013 15:00:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5694 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5698 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5698"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/8/5698/5698_judith_b_montano_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/03/2013: Alex and Ricky welcome back fiber artist, author, and teacher Judith B. Montano for her third TQS appearance (Episodes 201 and 507), this time on location at The Old Exchange and Provost in beautiful downtown Charleston, SC. This time around, Judith discusses her Canadian upbringing, and the influen... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5698">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Mon, 3 Jun 2013 05:44:22 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5698 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5693 <p align="left">06/02/2013: What is the Maker Faire? According to their website at www.makefaire.com , it is part science fair, part county fair, and part something entirely new, Maker Faire is an all-ages gathering of tech enthusiasts, crafters, educators, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers, science clubs, authors, artists, stu... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5693">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sun, 2 Jun 2013 19:11:10 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5693 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5586 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5586"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/6/5586/5586_img_8574_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/02/2013: Is it just me, or have some of you found that the active life and quilting do not co-exist peacefully? I want to be an art quilter. That takes time. It requires long periods of sitting, thinking, dreaming, sketching, and finally sewing. Moving from the sewing machine to the ironing board is not men... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5586">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sun, 2 Jun 2013 15:00:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5586 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5691 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5691"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/1/5691/5691_jigsaw_planet_my_puzzles_album_1_underwater_fantasy_300_pieces_rotating_embed_puzzle_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/02/2013: This week's puzzle is actually an sample for Judith Baker Montano's Underwater Fantasy class that she will be teaching August 23-27, 2013 in La Veta, Co. In her class, Judith teaches you to think like a painter, but work like a fiber artist. Click here to learn more about Judith's class. Underwate... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5691">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sun, 2 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5691 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5628 <p align="left">06/01/2013: Did you know that AccuQuilt carries special dies just for rag quilts? You no longer have the hassle of hand-cutting all that fringe and they come in fun shapes such as stars, flowers, hearts, and circles. What a quick and easy way to make a baby quilt. Take a look.</p><br clear="all"/> Sat, 1 Jun 2013 08:15:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5628 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5687 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5687"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/7/5687/5687_margos_classroom_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/01/2013: Margo has some great tips for working on the applique border of the Two of US, the TQS BOM for 2013. She'll show you how she "downsized" her border for her smaller version of the quilt and talks about different ways to create applique vines. To see more of Margo's videos, please visit her classroom.... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5687">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sat, 1 Jun 2013 07:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5687 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5690 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5690"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/0/5690/5690_bom_detail2_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>06/01/2013: This month Sue will show you how she makes bias vines and stitches outside points on applique patches. A light box will be very helpful for positioning the applique patches on the border. (Sue recommends Gagne Porta-Trace light panel) If you do not have a light box, you will need tracing paper (18&#... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5690">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sat, 1 Jun 2013 05:59:30 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5690 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5692 <p align="left">06/01/2013: Created by Caryl Bryer Fallert , this quilt measures 93" x 65" and is machine pieced and quilted. Caryl based her design on pictures of people doing yoga or pilates poses. Checks and Balances won first place in "Art-People, Portraits, and Figures" at IQF Houston, 2011. Caryl writes extensively abou... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5692">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Sat, 1 Jun 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5692 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5674 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5674"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/4/5674/5674_button_try_me_special_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/31/2013: In Episode 1212: Something Old, Something New: Early Influences and Fresh Stitches - Judith Baker Montano is distorting stitches, creating layers and using scrim, cheesecloth and other materials to create wonderful effects. Also in a segment taped in Sisters, OR, we meet UK quilter, Karin Hellaby , ... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5674">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Fri, 31 May 2013 11:16:31 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5674 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5686 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5686"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/6/5686/5686_marcschuman_photographer_2_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/31/2013: Once again this summer, TQS will whisk you away on an amazing armchair tour with stops all around the globe . Imagine: no long lines at the airport, no bags to pack. Just sit back and enjoy as we take you around the world to destinations filled with inspiration and beauty. Join us every week, beginn... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5686">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Fri, 31 May 2013 05:03:57 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5686 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5689 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5689"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/9/5689/5689_button_try_me_special_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/31/2013: Join Alex and Ricky on the set at The Old Exchange and Provost in downtown Charleston, SC as they visit with Judith Baker Montano in Episode 1212 - Something Old, Something New: Early Influences and Fresh Stitches. Judith discusses her Canadian upbringing, and the influences of both the Hutterites ... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5689">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Fri, 31 May 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5689 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5685 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5685"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/5/5685/5685_click_to_enter_0_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/30/2013: Join the Quilt Alliance on July 20, 2013 for a one-day conference about how to use today's tech tools to document quilts. E very quiltmaker and quilt lover can become her or his own quilt historian , gathering the story behind every quilt, old or new, and finding ways to document and share that stor... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5685">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Thu, 30 May 2013 05:08:12 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5685 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5665 <p align="left">05/30/2013: Join us as we take a look at the workspace of Ann Petersen , our guest in Episode 1211: Fresh Techniques for Old Favorites .</p><br clear="all"/> Thu, 30 May 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5665 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5679 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5679"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/9/5679/5679_first_quilter_in_space_nasa_astronaut_plans_to_turn_orbital_rags_to_stitches_science_sm.jpg" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/30/2013: Astronaut Karen Nyberg is taking the art of quilting into outer space. She's taking fabric and thread and hopes to create something while spending time on the International Space Station. And you think you have a hard time threading a needle, imagine zero-gravity... To read more about Karen's attemp... (<a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5679">read more</a>)</p><br clear="all"/> Thu, 30 May 2013 00:05:00 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5679 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5688 <p align="left"><a href="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5688"><img src="http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/blog/8/5688/5688_screen_shot_20130528_at_100223_am_sm.png" align="left" title="Read More" border="0" /></a>05/29/2013: Rob interviews Audrey Wright about her new fabric line with RJR Fabrics. BUT she is already known for something really fun........ Click here to see her free pattern.</p><br clear="all"/> Wed, 29 May 2013 05:03:21 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5688 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5677 <p align="left">05/28/2013: Becky Weiland's quilt was created using reverse applique. It is 68" x 68" and was machine quilted on her home machine. Round About Four was part of the Large Wall Quilts exhibit at AQS QuiltWeek in Paducah 2013.</p><br clear="all"/> Tue, 28 May 2013 12:54:42 PDThttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/blog.php/blog_id/5677 http://www.thequiltshow.com/os/images/custom/valid-rss.pnghttp://www.thequiltshow.com/os/rss/blog/blog.xml