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Yes. There was illness in the cutting party so it all fell on Alex. Alex turned on Netflix and started cutting. There are limited quantities (only 200 kits and 5 sold as we were putting them up on the shop). If we sell out, and if we can find the fabric, what show should Alex watch as she cuts? Leave a comment with show suggestions for Alex. (She has seen Breaking Bad.)

There are 2 options for the kits. One is cheaper than the other. Take a look.

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3372_dsc_0006.jpgRicky found more than a piano sitting on top of an old abandoned mine, he also found gold...golden cookies that is... Chocolate Chip Treasure Cookies.

These yummy, traditional cookies just cry out for a great big glass of milk, white as the snow outside his window.

Ricky wants you to grab a cookie, grab a glass and then sit down to watch the TQS Legend Show featuring Katie Pasquini Masopust (coming Sunday 12/18/2016) or one our TQS favorites, Jingle Bells. These cookies will have you laughing all the way.

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. firmly packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 c. butter, softened (can use 1/2 cup of butter and a 1/4 cup of Crisco)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 c. Semi-Sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 c. coarsely chopped walnuts
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside. Beat sugar, brown sugar and butter until creamy (3-5 min.). Add egg and vanilla extract; mix well. Gradually blend in flour mixture. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased cookie sheets  Bake 8-10 minutes. Allow to stand 2 minutes before removing from cookie sheets; cool completely. Makes about twenty 2 1/2" cookies.

 

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Rosa and Olga's quilt is an amazing optical illusion. Using just reds and blues, it plays quite the trick on the eyes.

Star Members can learn about Rosa and Olga in Show 1912: Hand Appliqué Revolution: From Frustration to Perfection.

ForcaBarcabyRosaRojasandOlgaGonzales-Angulo - 36 Pieces Non-Rotating

ForcaBarcabyRosaRojasandOlgaGonzales-Angulo - 100 Pieces Non-Rotating

ForcaBarcabyRosaRojasandOlgaGonzales-Angulo - 289 Pieces Non-Rotating

ForcaBarcabyRosaRojasandOlgaGonzales-Angulo - 36 Pieces Rotating

ForcaBarcabyRosaRojasandOlgaGonzales-Angulo - 100 Pieces Rotating

ForcaBarcabyRosaRojasandOlgaGonzales-Angulo - 289 Pieces Rotating

Original Photo: Mary Kay Davis

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Rosa and Olga's quilt, Forca Barca, is an amazing optical illusion. Using just blues and reds, it plays quite the trick on the eyes.

Star Members can learn about Rosa and Olga in Show 1912: Hand Appliqué Revolution: From Frustration to Perfection.

Original Photo: Mary Kay Davis

 

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Here's the latest news from David Taylor:

I'm in New Hampshire! I can't believe it's been a week since I left Colorado. Last Friday I spent the day at Hartman Farms in Burlington, Colorado, with good friends Susan and Jodey. They had been graciously storing the 14 cartons of thread my pal Ricky Tims had been gathering in the "Threads for David" campaign, following the fire that devastated my home and studio in February. (And, yes, you read that correctly -- FOURTEEN cartons!) I am overwhelmed with gratitude - spools of thread were sent from around the globe.

Susan shared the emotional day with me reading all of the cards and kind words sent by my extended quilting family. From Alaska to Hawaii, West Coast to East, the packages kept coming. Truly, I don't think I'll ever run out of cotton thread. Ever. The picture I've posted was taken early in the day, when I thought the thread stash would all fit on the dining room table. (For those who know me, you know I had to try to organize them by brand, weight, color, spool size, etc. -Hah!)

Last Friday was the first opportunity I had to see the thread. I have spent months on the road and living in temporary housing. To all of the kind quilters who sent thread, gift cards, gift certificates, checks, cash, etc... I am grateful beyond words. I can only beg for your forgiveness and understanding for the delay in acknowledging your thoughtfulness and generosity. Thank you. Merry Christmas, indeed!

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Laura from SewVeryEasy has another great quilt for you to make with a bit of a twist on the usual holiday colors.

Click here for pattern.


 
Free Pattern:

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See What It's All About in The Video Below

Ricky Tims is coming to Houston, TX, to present his new Quilt Luminarium at the George R. Brown Convention Center on February 10-11, 2017. Quilt Luminarium is a comprehensive quilt symposium that demystifies seemingly complex concepts, teaches mastery of unique techniques, and harnesses the power of the ever-elusive muse of creativity. This two-day event is for ALL quilters — from beginner to advanced, traditional to contemporary, and modern to art.

 

Tuition is $199 but the early birds get $35 off. Register today for only $164.

The early bird deadline is December 23rd.

 
Watch this short video about Quilt Luminarium and register today!
 

 

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Ricky chats with Deborah Boschert about her work in fabric collage. Her artwork incorporates personal symbols like houses, leaves, stones, and handwriting. She also loves to do handwork while sitting in her grandmother's chair.

Star Members can learn about Deborah in Show 2108: Surface Design Simplified & Vintage Quilt Bed Turning.

Click here to visit Deborah's website.

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Captain John was strolling the floor and took photos of the Innovative Pieced Category in Houston. You'll be scratching your head trying to figure out how some of these quilts were put together.

Click to play this Smilebox slideshow

 

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Follow along with Jen from Shabby Fabrics in this tutorial to learn how to create these beautiful "quilted" pine cone ornaments.The best part is that there is no sewing necessary!