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Fall is here and the temperatures are dropping and the trees are starting to turn gorgeous shades of copper, red, gold and green. Join BERNINA Ambassador Heidi Lund and create a fabulous Fallen Leaves Table Runner that you can use again and again.

Download templates here.

Click here to go to Tutorial.

 

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Susan's quilt, Flowered and Feathered Frenzy, is no stranger to awards. How do these sound?

  • First place International Quilt Festival Houston 2016
  • First place American Quilter's Society Paducah 2017
  • Second place Minnesota Quilters 2016

And, it's so beautiful, it's been made into a silk scarf!

Watch Susan Cleveland in Show 2308: It's Hip to be a Modern Dresden.

FloweredandFeatheredFrenzybySusanCleveland - 36 Pieces Non-Rotating

FloweredandFeatheredFrenzybySusanCleveland - 100 Pieces Non-Rotating

FloweredandFeatheredFrenzybySusanCleveland - 289 Pieces Non-Rotating

FloweredandFeatheredFrenzybySusanCleveland - 36 Pieces Rotating

FloweredandFeatheredFrenzybySusanCleveland - 100 Pieces Rotating

FloweredandFeatheredFrenzybySusanCleveland - 289 Pieces Rotating

Original Photo From Susan Cleveland's Website

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Susan's quilt, Flowered and Feathered Frenzy, is no stranger to awards. How do these sound?

  • First place International Quilt Festival Houston 2016
  • First place American Quilter's Society Paducah 2017
  • Second place Minnesota Quilters 2016

And, it's so beautiful, it's been made into a silk scarf!

Watch Susan Cleveland in Show 2308: It's Hip to be a Modern Dresden.

Original Photo From Susan Cleveland's Website

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RNK Precision Point Turner



 

RNK's Precision Turning Tool is designed as a point turner, with a handy round ball on the end to prevent it from poking through the seam (we hate when that happens!) when turning fabric, but it can do SO much more!

  • Use it as a stiletto, for delicate fabrics. The ball tip keeps silks, fine cottons, and other fine fabrics safe from snags, pulls or holes that a regular stiletto can cause.
  • Place it behind the presser foot when sewing to “gather” fabrics.
  • Use it to smooth out bias tape or any other fabric/trim you are sewing to keep your fingers safe from the needle.
  • Use it to do a rough press on seams by running the blunt end over your open seam while pressing down.
  • Run the ball point along the inside of seams to open them out.
  • Run it along paper pieced seams to help split the seam and remove the paper.
  • Use it to stuff small items.


V. says, 
★★★★★

"The turning tool is one of the best tools I have ever purchased and used. It works great. I use it on many items I need to get the corners turned out good. Fantastic--love it!!"


J. says,
★★★★★

"Just received this tool. I absolutely love, love, love it!!! It does exactly what it is described to do. I have several small bags that I needed to turn and push out the corners. I have struggle with them because my fabric is stiff. I couldn't wait to try the Precision Turning Tool. It works like a charm. High recommend it!!!"

 
 
 
 
 

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If you’re joining us for Quilt Festival in Houston, download their app to access helpful show information and connect with fellow Festival-goers before, during, and after the show!
What’s included on the app?
  • Complete list of exhibitors with booth numbers and info (exhibitor info will continue to be updated until the show)
  • List and descriptions of all quilt exhibits
  • Interactive floor plan map of exhibits and exhibitors (to be added soon)
  • Schedule of events
  • Schedules for show features, including Open Studios, Meet the Teacher, and (to be added) Gallery Talks
  • Other important show and transportation information 
Plus, by joining the event, you can post directly to the app, share thoughts and photos, and connect with other Festival attendees using the in-app social stream. 

How to download and access the app:
  • Search for “Quilts Inc” on the App Store or Google Play. Or access the download links directly below.
  • Once you’ve downloaded the app, create an account and join the Quilt Festival Houston event. That’s it!
Keep the app to access all future shows and to stay connected with fellow quilters and attendees year-round. 
 

ACCESS DIRECT DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE >>

 

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Laura at SewVeryEasy creates big pieces of toast with eggs to make this 52" x 64" quilt go together in no time at all. What fabric would you use?

Click here to download Eggs on Toast pattern.

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April 2019 Update:

This multiple award-winning quilt is the 1st place winner in the Movable Machine Quilted Category at Spring Paducah 2018. Loved by judges and the crowd, it also won a Viewer's Choice award.


She did it again! Marilyn Badger's quilt, Marie’s Treasure, won Best of Show at the Pacific International Quilt Festival 2018.

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Did you guess the TQS Quilt Legend for 2018? Was the hint about Iowa enough of a hint? Well wonder no more. The TQS Quilt Legend is... Marianne Fons!

 
 
 
 

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Ricky sat down with Award-winning quilter, Susan Cleveland, and discussed her last win in Houston. Susan confesses that she had a fear of "background machine quilting," and discusses what she did to overcome the problem. It's a pretty sensational idea.

Susan's latest appearance at TQS is in Show 2308: It's Hip to be a Modern Dresden.

Star members can also learn how Susan works in Show 109: Piping Hot Curves!  Susan also joined us in Show 1001: Masterful Miters and Perfect Prairie Points.

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Over the past few years, I have shared how important my quilting groups are to me. I love the camaraderie, inspiration, opinions, and sometimes the much needed shoulder to lean on. But, I have also heard that there are corners of the globe where quilting groups are nonexistent or unwelcoming. So, I thought I would share my experience in finding the perfect fit.

First and foremost...remember the social media sharing is two dimensional. It looks like everyone is getting along and loving each other, but the reality is quilters also have their own agendas and personalities and we don't always fit perfectly together. So finding that right fit can take some time and backbone.

During certain times in my life I have participated in different quilting groups that met a schedule constraint. There are many online quilt groups and three of my favorite quilts, a Bottle Block exchange, a Signature Quilts and my quilt made with 2,000 different 2.5 inch squares were made with quilters I never met but who I shared with regularly. There is an advantage to online groups...if you don't have the time to travel to meet up or you are house bound online groups are open 24/7. If you find you don't like the culture of a group...just unsubscribe...no harm, no foul.

Many quilt shops have regularly scheduled open sew days to get customers to hang out and maybe spend some money. This is a nice way to meet other local quilters but not be responsible for the social schedule. Usually all are welcome and you may find a friend or two there. I have also found in this day and age to keep conversations on the topic of quilting, family and travel...all hot topics are best left at home.

I think the most important part of finding the perfect fit is to not be thin skinned if a group, for what ever reason, does not want you to be a part of their family...and believe me, that has been a personal experience. I raised my boys with the understanding that not everyone is going to like you and you...do not have to like everyone.

Stitching with others brings us together with a common love and that is where we need to spend more time!

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