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Bethanne Nemesh used post quilting insertion and gradation scallops in her quilt, Song of Summer. Have you heard of these techniques? They produced quite stunning results in her hand-dyed saffron wholecloth quilt which won 2nd place Merit Quilting, Machine - Frame at the Houston International Quilt Festival 2019.

Learn from Bethanne in Show 2107: Extraordinary Binding Techniques & Amazing Fabric Collage.

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There are new exhibits at the National Quilt Museum. Watch the video to learn more.

• Quilts of Valor
• Jane Dunnewold: Inspired by the Masters
• CONTEMPORÂNEO - CONTEMPORARY

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Jean Wells' quilt, Shelter, was inspired by a walk in the woods where Jean came upon a bird's nest.

Learn the whole story from Jean in Show 2513.

Original Photo: Kristin Goedert

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Today we continue our selection of quilts recently displayed at the Spring Paducah 2019 show featured as part of The 14th Quilt Nihon Exhibition. The exhibit is described as:

"Organized by the Japan Handicraft Instructors' Association, the Quilt Nihon Exhibition is one of the most prestigious international quilt contests in Japan. The exhibit features 42 quilts from the "Innovative Traditional" category, which will later be exhibited at the Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Art."

Please enjoy the thirtieth quilt from the exhibition by Sanae Muranaka.

Title of Quilt: The Creature's Souls in the Sea

Quilter's Name: Sanae Muranaka

Dimensions: 69" x 69"

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Ricky sat down with Kumiko Frydl at the Houston International Quilt Festival 2019 to talk about her amazing miniature quilts and her quilting process.

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The Three Sisters Mountains preside over the town of Sisters, Oregon in Jean Wells' quilt, Creekside in Sisters. Wouldn't you love to spend time in this wonderful quilting community?

Watch Jean in Show 2513.

Original Photo: Kristin Goedert

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Alex loved these tips from National Educator Teresa Coates who discusses her top seven tips for working with Cuddle® Minky Fabrics.

1. Mark minky fabric before you cut it.

2. Cut minky fabric with the right tool.

3. Get rid of the minky fabric mess before you sew.

4. Use double pinning to keep minky fabric stable.

5. Lengthen your stitch and lower your pressure.

6. Use a 90/14 stretch needle.

7. Use a walking foot.

You can learn more about working with Minky fabrics from Teresa in Show 2410.

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Your machine should be taken in to see a tech for a full cleaning and tune-up once a year but it’s important to do some basic maintenance between those visits. Start your year with a clean machine with these tips from BERNINA.

Click here for more information.

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We just returned from showing the Grandchildren "Deacon Dave's" famous Christmas display here in Livermore, California. Here are just a few example pictures. (There is even a waterfall). You have to understand that this is just a normal suburban tract home that has become this amazing event. Lights fill the trees, displays, workshops, bridges, and waterfalls are installed. The house windows have still and moving scenes. Here is a sample. (You can learn more at casadelpomba.com.)

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