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New at the National Quilt Museum in Paducah, KY.

MasterPieces: Quilts of Inspiration
June 13 - September 9, 2014

Master Pieces: Quilts of Inspiration is made up of extraordinary quilts from many of the most respected contemporary quilters.The majority of these quiltmakers began making quilts in the 1980s. These quilts are examples of the innovators works of our time. They are quilter's works that push the boundaries of the question we all have, "what makes a quilt, a quilt?" Every art form needs forward thinker, those who ask, "What if...?"

The quilts gathered together in this exhibit reflect this attitude. The exhibit was created to honor Meredith Schroeder's induction into the Quilter's Hall of Fame, as she, too, believes in the possibilities of quiltmaking.

For more information about MasterPieces, click here.

(Quilt: Circle the Date by Libby Lehman)

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Nina and Connie demonstrate the use of some of BERNINA's non-stick feet including the zipper foot, open-toe embroidery foot, and the all purpose and all purpose dual feed feet.

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We launch Series 1500 with a visit to the Texas studio of artist, instructor, and author Jane Dunnewold, well known for the one-of-a-kind fabrics she creates with printing, dyeing, resist, and other manipulations. In this episode, Jane discusses the meaning of surface design, and shows how she transfers a black-and-white copyright-free image to prepared for dye (PFD) silk, which she then embellishes with watercolor pencils and needle felting. You'll love our tour of her wet/dry studios, a delightful blend of old and new. Finally, Jane, who uses a hula hoop as a preventative for back problems, coaxes Alex and Ricky to give this childhood classic a try it. An informative - and fun - start to a new season!

Episode 1501: Discover Sensational Surface Design debuts July 7, 2014.

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Quilting Celebrities added their touch by creating quilts for Quilted in Honor. Take a Look.

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TQS Member, Sherrie Cahill (sherrie58) was inspired by a family photo of her father-in-law to create this quilt. Sherrie used raw-edge applique, hand painting, and thread painting to complete the image. It was machine quilted on a longarm. Tom & The Model T, Iowa 1924 received an Honorable mention at the 43rd Annual NQA Show in 2012.

Tom & The Model T, Iowa 1924 - Sherri Cahill - 35 pieces non-rotating

Tom & The Model T, Iowa 1924 - Sherri Cahill - 99 pieces non-rotating

Tom & The Model T, Iowa 1924 - Sherri Cahill - 300 pieces non-rotating

Tom & The Model T, Iowa 1924 - Sherri Cahill - 99 pieces rotating

Tom & The Model T, Iowa 1924 - Sherri Cahill - 300 pieces rotating

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Many readers of Leni Levenson Wiener's book, Photo-inspired Art Quilts, are not comfortable using the computer to create a “pattern” from which to make their art quilt using Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements.  Now you can order that pattern from Leni.

Leni will make recommendations about cropping or adjusting your photo for the most impact. She will make whatever changes are needed and then create a pattern for you from your photo. 

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Jo Leichte at BERNINA's WeAllSew.com has come up with a way to create this zipper rose using only your machine and a few other simple crafting supplies.

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Last weekend was a taping-palooza in Alex's neck of the woods. Here's a sneak peek at what's coming to TQS in future shows.  Don't even ask about the characters in the beards!

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Check out Leni Levenson Wiener (Episode 1413) discussing the uses of her Art Quilter's Value Scale. We want you to use this valuable tool in your quilting so we are giving away 50 cards to some lucky TQS members.

How? Just enter your email and 50 of you will be selected at random. Your email is safe and will not be given to any one else. 

Must enter by Midnight PST on July 11th, 2014.

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We launch Series 1500 with a visit to the Texas studio of artist, instructor, and author Jane Dunnewold, well known for the one-of-a-kind fabrics she creates with printing, dyeing, resist, and other manipulations. 

This may be the only time you see three outstanding quilt artists working a Hula Hoop!

Episode 1501 - Discover Sensational Surface Design debuts on July 07, 2014.