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Spoonflower makes it possible for individuals to design, print and sell their own fabric, wallpaper and gift wrap.  In their "Year in Review" they designated their top two designs. What do you think - are you surprised?

If you want to learn more about Top Designers and Top Designs at Spoonflower, click here.

Their Most Purchased Design was:

Geometic Bear by andrea_lauren

Their Most Favored Design was:  

Geometric Vintage Feathers Pastel Arrows in Mint and Coral by littlesmilemakers

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It's that time of year.  Have you made any quilting resolutions for 2016?  Are you going to finish that UFO, clean out your stash, write a book?  Add a comment and let TQS know what you are up to for 2016.

Here are some great resolutions from Gayle Norman at RickyTims.com.

I RESOLVE not to feel guilty when I buy fabric with absolutely no future use in mind. It makes me immensely happy to buy it, fondle it and just look at it and that makes it worth it!
I RESOLVE that next year when I look at that same fabric and wonder why the heck I bought it, I still won't feel guilty but simply pass it on to a friend, the Goodwill, a retirement facility, or an organization that does charity quilts.
I RESOLVE that I will continue to guard carefully my sewing and quilting time. This keeps me happy and able to serve the rest of my world.
I RESOLVE that I will continue to support and encourage all the young people in my life who take an interest in this craft that I am so passionate about.
I RESOLVE to surround myself as much as possible with friends who love quilting and fabric collecting as much as I do.
And lastly, I REFUSE to put deadlines or limits on my creative spirit.

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Julie at TheCrafyQuilter.com has some great ideas for using clothespins in your sewing room, and the ones she uses are just adorable!  Click on the Go to Tutorial button below to see how she uses the clothespins and how she creates them.

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Laura Wasilowski at WeAllSew.com has a great tip for using a blanket stitch to finish your binding.

Laura writes:

The fused binding is a fast and easy way to bind your next wall quilt. But do you know how to dress it up even more? My favorite decorative stitch on my BERNINA 750 QE is the lucky number 1330. This blanket stitch finishes the fused binding perfectly. And with the right thread color, adds another decorative element to your quilt design.

Star Members can watch Laura in Show 1009: Stamp Out Fabric and Show 303: Fearless Fusing.

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You need to break learning into small pieces. We have Ricky's Grand Finale class (Free for Premium "Star" Members)

broken into Chapters now.

Take a look and plan to learn by trying a new technique on your current quilt. (How about Machine Trapunto?)

That was a wonderful video, full of great ideas and techniques. Thank you--Vivian28

 Get All 7 Online Classes ? 
Your 1-Year Premium Membership Gets You: 

 

7 Full-Length DVD Classes (valued at $139.75)

221 Shows Surveying the Quilting World and Easy Techniques 
26 Brand-New TV-Quality shows in HD & Closed-Captioned

 

BOM patterns (valued at $99) 
  
Your full-access pass is just $3.58/month with your single payment of $42.95.

 

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Here is the quilt Alex wants (shown hanging in the Tentmaker's shop in Egypt).

Keep your fingers crossed that the two quilts we want to purchase make it to the USA.

A totally different one is coming for YOU (watch for a contest coming sometime after International Quilting Weekend) and this one is for Alex.

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Ricky's space in 2012

Is your quilting space out of control?  Not getting much sewing in because most of your time is spent searching and setting up?  Do you dream of a creative place that is both inspirational AND functional without spending a bundle?  It's 2016 and TQS is here to help get you in shape. 

For 52 weeks starting on January 11, we will share ideas and solutions to help you get back to the fun of quilting.

However, before real organization can take place, YOU need to tame that beast of a space! So next week,
get ready to put on some comfy clothes, gather your favorite tunes and set aside a few hours to start our work first work-out session.

Don't fret, don't overplan, and don't burn out in the first week. Relax, we can do this together. 

 

Need some inspiration?  Check out Ricky's studio and his tips for keeping it all under control.
  You might find some ideas you'll want to incorporate into your own sewing space.

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Start the New Year off right and make one-of-a-kind bears for rare kids.
Purchase your Simplicity pattern today (it's just $5.96) and join the RARE Bear Army, which has
over 300 members in 7 countries. Why not get your friends to join in the fun?

It's Easy, Fun, and the Bears are really cute (and appreciated).

Don't think your efforts can bring about change?
Ami Simms (Show 712) increased awareness through
the work of quilters around the globe.

Learn how YOU can make a difference in the life of a child
by supporting RARE Science in its efforts to accelerate cures for rare kids.

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You've seen the TQS BOM 2016 and you've seen the original Rajah quilt.  Here is Lessa's version of the quilt in detail.

Star Members can watch Lessa Siegele (Show 1801) to learn more about the Rajah quilt and its significance to her and to Australia.

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The National Quilting Association sent out its final letter this week to NQA members and chapters.