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Looking for Inspiration? Take a Look Inside the "Pink Mosque"

Inspiration can come from anywhere and the Nasir-ol-Molk Mosque (popularly known as the "Pink Mosque" due to the use of pink tiles in its design) in Shiraz, Iran, gets our creative juices flowing.

Many beautiful colored glass pieces adorn the front of the building and they emit a colorful light onto the large rugs. There is a wonderful kaleidoscope effect of colors that bring a vibrancy to the interior.

Mohammad Hasan e Memār and Mohammad Rezā Kāshi-Sāz e Širāzi were the architects and designers. It was constructed during the Qajar dynasty between 1876 and 1888 and is still being used today.

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Alex and Ricky Try to Promote Victoria Findlay Wolfe's Show

It's tough to keep a straight face when the hosts try to promote Victoria Findlay Wolfe's show. Keep on eye on Ricky. Then, say "I do" to Show 2002 where Victoria unlocks the secrets of the Double Wedding Ring block.

Star Members can watch Victoria demonstrate her technique in Show 2002: Look Out! Double Rings and Curves Ahead.

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Paper Piecing Tutorial: Make a Heart Pillow with Jen

Learn paper-piecing in this quilting tutorial from Jen of Shabby Fabrics as she shows you how to make this delightful heart pillow. You have plenty of time before Valentine's Day to make one for your sweetheart!

Click here for pattern.

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Modern Quilt Exhibit at Ontario Museum of History and Art

Are you heading to Road to California? Here's an exhibit you won't want to miss.

Road to California has partnered with the Ontario Museum of History and Art to present a special exhibit, Modern Quilts Redesigning Traditions, that explores the modern evolution of traditional quilt patterns. It includes more than 80 quilts from the US, Canada, and The United Kingdom.

The exhibit was the brainchild of Carolyn Reese (owner of Road to California) and Pam Overton (President of Southern California Council of Quilt Guilds) who thought a Modern exhibit would interest both Road to California attendees and Museum patrons as well.

Click here to see more quilts in the exhibit and to learn more.

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"The 20th Century Space Opera" - Quilting Inspiration

We came across this oil painting at Comic-Con and we were amazed at the colors and design detail in the painting. It is called The 20th Century Space Opera and was created by Robert Xavier Burden. It is an oil on canvas and measures 180" x 96."

It took over 2000 hours of studio time and incoporates decorative motifs from many different cultures, including French tapestry design, Gothic stained glass, Persian and Moroccan rugs, illuminated manuscripts, and Eastern mandalas, and over 150 Star Wars images.

Can't you just see someone like Pam Holland making this as a quilt?

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Photos: Lucas Davis

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Where in the World is Alex?

Alex is celebrating a very "crafty" birthday weekend. Where do you think she is??? Watch the video at the end to find out. Happy Birthday Alex!

There is a river.

There are apparently dinosaurs.

There is a church.

And they have wine...Did you guess? Watch the video below.

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Victoria Findlay Wolfe Says "Hello" - Watch Show 2002

We caught up with Victoria Findlay Wolfe while she was teaching and she wanted to say "Hello!"

Star Members can watch Victoria in Show 2002: Look Out! Double Rings and Curves Ahead.

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Be Fascinated Watching Haute Couture Handwork

You know that haute couture clothing is expensive. You'll see why as you watch these artisans create spectacular dresses for Chanel.

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The Crafty Quilter Tutorial: How to Use Quilting Stencils

Not sure how to mark your quilt? Not comfortable quilting curves? Julie Cefalu at TheCraftyQuilter.com has some great tips on how to use quilting stencils that will help answer those questions.

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Have You Thought About Working on the TQS BOM as Part of a Group?

Several members of Barbara Black's quilt guild asked for help with The Halo Medallion Quilt, so she decided to host a small group (aka The Sunday Sew and Sews) at her house once a month to provide assistance. And of course, when quilters get together there is always fun and learning as Barbara shared some of her tips for putting together the Halo Star block.

Here are just a few of her tips:

1) This is not a fast project. It deserves your best work so take it slow and enjoy the process.

2) Fabric selection: Instead of 11 yards of one background, consider using several that have the same feel, like all cream, or all white, etc. The advantage to using lots of fabrics is you cannot run out. Just add something new that is similar in color to one you've used up. Permission to shop...

3) Printing the patterns: Test the ink from your printer, generic inks may bleed more than first quality ink. Be sure the pattern prints accurately. The "feathers" in this center block are supposed to be slightly larger than 1". There is a 1" test square on page 23 of the first months' pattern--be sure that square really printed exactly 1". I use regular copy paper, the cheaper the better, but have used specialty papers in the past, they work well too.

Click here for eight more tips from Barbara.

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