Let us introduce you to some amazing quilters! The winners from AQS QuiltWeek – Phoenix 2016. Watch as they share techniques, inspiration, and the creative process for their incredible award winning quilts. Karen Watts Wins 1st Place in Wall Quilts – Longarm Machine Quilting Category Ann Petersen Wins 1st Place in Large Quilts…
Welcome to this year’s 2016 Christmas Countdown Kickoff! Last year we began an annual series counting off the days to Christmas with a quilt block pattern. If you missed out, you can take a peek here! This year we continue the tradition with 25 new blocks! Add your favorites to last year’s stash or pick…
Take a look at the AQS year in review for the quilts that won the Innovative category at three shows where this category was available: 2016 AQS QuiltWeek – Daytona Beach February 24 – 27, 2016 Wall Quilts – Innovative/Art 2016 AQS QuiltWeek – Paducah April 20 – 23, 2016 Small Wall Quilts: Innovative/Art sponsored by…
A little Japanese bird ornament sits in your tree embellished with charming sashiko inspired embroidery. This quick wool applique project is the perfect decoration for your Christmas tree or make it for a loved one. Click the pattern or here to download Supplies: Scraps of wool, black flannel and embroidery floss …
This festive set of patterns with a pomegranate and berries motif makes a perfect addition to your Christmas season. Dress up a festive table or make this topper as a gift they’ll always treasure. Lara’s design complements her Folk Art Christmas wallhanging from Crafted Applique: New Possibilities. Pomegranate & Berry Table Topper Free Patterns Tutorial A…
It’s time for a road trip! Load everyone up in the car, and head to Des Moines, Iowa for AQS QuiltWeek next week. We’ve put together a list of exciting things you won’t want to miss. Catch these great Special Exhibits and more: World Painters Challenge …
As AQS QuiltWeek – Des Moines approaches, we wrap up another quilt show season. It has been a great year made even more fun by sewing along with you from show to show. To finish the quilt, cut 2 – 1 1/2″ strips from each show color, sew the ends together to make a long…
It’s time to celebrate incredible quilting! Congratulations to each of these amazing artists. Thank you for your commitment, dedication, and desire to share it with the world. Listen to Christine Wickert describe her quilt to Bonnie Browning in an interview earlier this year. Look at more of Janneke de Vries-Bodzinga’s stunning pieces at her…
Cherrywood Fabrics, in conjunction with The Disney Theater Group, challenged quiltmakers to be inspired by the stunning artistry, vibrant colors, and exhilarating choreography of Broadway’s Award-Winning Best Musical, The Lion King. The challenge required quilters to use Cherrywood hand-dyed fabric, but allowed the use of any technique, as long as it maintained the character…
