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Tammy Finkler is an extraordinary longarm machine quilting artist. Enjoy the view as you gaze upon these absolutely stunning wholecloth and embroidered quilts. Tammy's quilts were featured in Show 510: Quilts Through Two Artist's Eyes.

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To get a feel for the fabric trends, we ran to some of the fabric booths just before Market closed.  Here is a sample of what is coming to a Quilt Store near you.

The Music is "Remember December" by Ricky Tims from his "Heart & Soul" album.

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Join us for Part 1 of a mini-holiday to the Alsatian region of France.  Every fall the area plays host to the European Patchwork Meeting.  Follow along as our hosts, Jim and Melinda Burt share the villages, vendors and magnificent quilts they found. 

Steeped in history and local tradition we think you will enjoy this little visit to a region also made famous through the charming images of village life by Jean Jacque Waltz.  The stained glass window for example, depicts children dressed in the traditional clothing of the region of Alsace.  To watch Part 1 of the show click "Play" above.

Want to see more of this region?  Be sure to see our visit from last year's quilt show. Click here.
   

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One of the best things about the Houston show are the amazing quilts they receive from around the world for special categories.  Here is an example from last year just to whet your appetite for this year.

 

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Joanie Zeier Poole is a machine quilter extraordinaire. She has given us a wonderful selection of her beautiful quilts to enjoy and to inspire. Take an up close look at these amazing quilting designs.

To see more of Joanie's quilting magic watch Show 509: Machine Quilting Magic.

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Follow along in this, our final chapter in the creative journey of quiltmaker Annette M. Hendricks as she finishes her spectacular quilt,The Solace of Persephone. See how the quilt comes to life with the addition of velvet roses, hidden symbols, threadwork, and quilting to complete the story of this Greek goddess. To watch the slideshow, click here.

The Solace of Persephone will hang in the People, Portraits & Figures gallery at the upcoming International Quilt Festival in Houston. If you are attending the show, don't miss the chance to see Persephone "in person."

Did you miss the earliest stages of the journey?  Watch Part 1 and Part 2 here.