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Joe Cunningham shows how he hand quilts and while that is impressive, what might be even more so is the quickness with which he re-threads his needle.

Star Members can watch more with Joe in our very first Episode 101: Get a Life!

In this episode, Joe shares a unique but time-honored way to baste quilts in preparation for quilting in a hoop or on a machine. The episode includes a visit from Dr. Bob of Superior Threads, and a musical duo performance by Joe and Ricky.

You can visit Joe's website here, www.JoeTheQuilter.com.

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Photo by Gregory Case Photography

Teacher, author and award-winning quilter Sally Collins has been sewing for a long time - long enough to develop the exacting methods that result in her stunning and technically flawless pieces.  Join us in Episode 1602 as Sally reveals:

• Secrets to creating perfect templates, even for unusual shapes
• How to perfectly chain piece
• How to iron seams correctly

We finish with a tour of the day’s location, Alden Lane Nursery in Livermore, CA, where Alex hosts the annual Quilting in the Garden event every September…and where Sally also receives an unexpected sweet surprise!

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Do you love reproduction quilts?  Are you as fascinated with the fabrics as the patterns?  Join Barbrara Brackman on a year-long journey she calls Stars in a Time Warp. Each week's star block will feature a different reproduction fabric.  By the end of the journey, you will have an amazing collection of blocks to make into a fabulous quilt, along with a better understanding of reproduction fabric designs.

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If you loved the tips Sally Collins shared in Episode 1602, we know you will want to learn from these other great teachers.  Each of these experts can certainly teach you a thing or two about being precise when it comes to your work!

Jo Morton shows you the importance of squaring up, pressing and clipping to achieve a perfectly flat block in Episode 808.

Create perfectly matched stripes in your blocks with Anita G. Solomon in Episode 905.

Stitch creative and perfect mitered seams with Susan Cleveland in Episode 1001.

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Enjoy a visit on the set with the queen of precision piecing, Sally Collins.  Star members can watch Sally in Episode 1602: Secrets for Precision Piecing and Template Tips, debuting January 19, 2015.

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Melissa Peda of 100 Billion Stars has come up with a fun quilt created from fat quarters, Directional.  Visit Melissa's website, www.100BillionStars.com for more free patterns and inspiration.

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Roberta had her turn, and now it's time to enjoy the stunning work of TQS Legend 2014, Mary Mashuta.  You can learn about Mary in Episode 1513: TQS Legends 2014.

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Teacher, author and award-winning quilter Sally Collins has been sewing for a long time – long enough to develop the exacting methods that result in her stunning and technically flawless pieces. From her first quilt to her latest projects, you’ll enjoy the evolution of a detail-oriented quilter. Sally shares her secrets for creating perfect templates, including those you’ll need for unusually-sized pieces and shapes. She also shares tips for precision chain piecing and perfectly-ironed seams. We finish with a tour of the day’s location, Alden Lane Nursery in Livermore, CA, where Alex hosts the annual Quilting in the Garden event every September…and where Sally also receives an unexpected sweet surprise!

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Here's a beautiful quilt from TQS Legend Mary Mashuta, Creole Octagon. You can learn about Mary and her sister, Roberta Horton, in Episode 1513: TQS Legends 2014.

Creole Octagon by Mary Mashuta - 36 pieces non-rotating

Creole Octagon by Mary Mashuta - 100 pieces non-rotating

Creole Octagon by Mary Mashuta - 289 pieces non-rotating

Creole Octagon by Mary Mashuta - 100 pieces rotating

Creole Octagon by Mary Mashuta - 289 pieces rotating