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Today's the last day that the cat's away, all of ARJJ is still in Boulder, Co., taping new shows to entertain and instruct our wonderful TQS members. The officers are on leave and the crew has been put in charge. So, what's the first thing you'd do if you had to take the helm of the USS TQS? Free fizzy drinks for everyone? A new member tea? More classes? More photos? Let us know what you'd do if you were in command of the ship.
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As you might have heard ARJJ just celebrated taping their 100 episode of The Quilt Show. While everyone couldn't be there to join in the party, TQS thought you might like a sneak peek of some of Alex and Ricky's friends and their adventures on the set in Boulder, Co.
First up is Darra Williamson with Chris Porter on the monitor along with Alex & Ricky. Darra is a huge baseball fan, so as a gift, Alex and Ricky gave her Sunbonnet Sue baseballs.
Next up is Anita Grossman Solomon along and hanging with the crew.
Cheryl Lynch joins Alex with her Mexican tile quilts in the background. She then discusses her commissioned Torah covers with Alex and Ricky.
And last, but certainly not least is Rob Appell, Quilting Adventure Guide. Rob models his "Sewmando" vest which he has loaded up with sewing and quilting tools.
Photos by Gregory Case Photography
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Debuting at Long Beach this year was West Coast Wonders 2010. It is a juried event dedicated to the beauty of the West Coast of North America. You'll see birds, worms, sea monsters, cliffs, flowers, and more that celebrate what the West Coast has to offer.
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It seems like it was just yesterday that TQS began to take form - who could have imagined??? In this round of taping we hit the big 100 - and celebrated in style. Looking back, what has been some memorable moments for you at TQS - both on the show and on the site?
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The Alliance for American Quilts - New from Old Contest Winners. Here are the fourteen prize winners for the recent contest. The quilts will be on tour until they are auctioned off in the fall on Ebay. To learn more about the tour, visit the AAQ website. Auction dates are:
Auction #1: Monday, Oct. 25 - Monday, Nov. 1 2010
Auction #2: Monday, Nov. 8 - Monday, Nov. 15 2010
Auction #3: Monday, Nov. 15 - Monday, Nov. 22 2010
Auction #4: Monday, Nov. 29 - Monday, Dec. 6 2010
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Remember when Ricky visited Yoder's Department Store in Shipshewana, IN? Well, Andre Yoder who owns the store, sent him this photo of a barn quilt with the following story from Andre's friend, Pat. Enjoy!
"Kankakee County, Illinois is being covered with barn quilts. Beginning fall of 2008 ten quilts were painted and placed on barns and corncribs around the county. Ten more were added in 2009. 2010 brings an additional ten quilts bringing the total to 30 quilts. These quilts remain in place year round so you are always able to find a convenient time to visit. Three of these 30 quilts were painted by a group of high school teens that are home schooled. They use the barn quilt block as an art project and paint these quilts in the trompe-l’oeil technique. It is a truly ambitious task that has achieved extraordinary results. The first quilt in 2008 was The Golden Wedding Ring. 2009 Brought the Lone Star and with this quilt they perfected the trompe-l’oiel process by adding the trim around the edges to match the paint on the barn adding to the effect that it has. On the quilt from 2009 they have signed their work as all good artists do but on the front so it can be seen. The quilt they picked for 2010 is the Pursuit of Happiness. The colors chosen for this quilt block would make Kaffe Fassett proud."
For more information about the project, click here.
Photo from www.farmweeknow.com.
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Lilo and the gang are off in Boulder taping new shows for all our fabulous members. She wanted to let you know that a new Make It Monday wouldn't be available today, but hey, that doesn't mean we can't revisit a great project from the past. One year ago this week, this crazy cute Dresden pincushion pattern debut on the site. Isn't it adorable?
If you'd like to make one too, just click here and you are off to the projects page.
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The International Quilt Festival in Long Beach had a stunning exhibition of antique quilts. Sadly they were once again created by the "unknown quiltmaker." It is heartbreaking to think no one can accept credit for these astonishing hand made masterpieces. Particularly wonderful is a silk, courthouse steps that absolutely shimmers. As you'll see, it was treated more as a crazy quilt and was not quilted, but only backed. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.
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TQS wants to know what is the strangest location you've ever seen a quilt displayed? Hanging from a tree at Alden Lane Nursery or the eaves at the Stitching Post in Sisters, doesn't count. Those are old school by now. We want you to show us pictures of the unusual locations you've found quilts; so we've set up a topic on the FORUM (SCRAP BAG; Quilt Shows, Vacations, and Retreats) where you'll find everyone's photos and you can upload your own. The unusual location Alex hung one of her quilts...at the bank.
Here's a few photos of Margo's quilts hanging in an assisted living home.
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Renae Haddadin is an astoundingly talented machine quilter and she is self-taught. After sending out her third quilt to a longarm professional, she decided they didn't share the same vision and that she'd better learn how to do it herself. So that's what she did. She decided on a machine and spent many hours practicing. After only nine months, her quilts began winning awards and you'll see why as she shares some of her quilts with TQS.
To discover more about Renae watch Show 703 – Tools of the Trade (Rachel Clark/Renae Haddadin) where you'll also learn about Renae's Amazing Ray Tool.
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