Quilting...for the Rest of Us

Episode 97 In Which I Go to the Ricky Tims Super Seminar 7-15-12

My report on the Ricky Tims Super Seminar here in Rochester this weekend. In a nutshell: Great time! But listen to the episode for more detail. I've also posted some pics on my blog.

Episode 96 In Which I Take a Little Break to Work 7-11-12

A short episode to let you know what's going on at the moment and to say thank you to everyone who has commented! Also, a bit about a guild challenge for donation baskets for an upcoming silent auction.

Episode 95 In Which We Played with a Longarm 6-25-12

I got to play on a longarm and loved it! In this episode, I describe my experience playing with a longarm machine at my LQS. I also talk about a great Etsy purchase, review two books, briefly update you on my quilting life, and do some listener feedback.
In this episode:
Quilted Cupcake Etsy Shop. Here's a direct link to jewelry roll travel organizer.
Kaffe Fassett's Quilts in Sweden (Taunton Press, 2011)
The Art Quilt, by Penny McMorris and Michael Kile (1986 edition reviewed; link goes to an edition published in 1996)

Episode 94 In Which We Review More Books and a Finish 6-10-12

It's been a hey of a week, but I'm back. In this episode, I review three books and talk about my most recent finish, "Joy." Thanks for listening!
Mentioned in this episode:
Design Magic for Paintstiks, by Shelly Stokes
Quilting for Peace: Make the World a Better Place One Stitch at a Time, by Katherine Bell
Adventures in Design, by Joen Wolfrom
3-in-1 Color Tool, by Joen Wolfrom

Episode 93 In Which We Review Books 5-28-12

In this episode I review three books (listed below). I also catch you up on my WIPs, talk about #MDSI, and announce a new addition to my blog: Total Color Tuesdays. I hope you'll play along!
Mentioned in this episode:
Quilting Retreat Report (with photos of all my WIPs): http://quiltingfortherestofus.blogspot.com/2012/05/retreat-report.html (Ignore that the first picture doesn't show--it's a weirdism I can't fix. That's just a picture of the back of my car packed for retreat so it's not significant.)
Canal Country Quilters Blog (the blog for my guild): http://canalcq.wordpress.com/.
The Quilter's Book of Design, Second Edition, by Ann Johnston
Jelly Roll Dreams: 12 New Designs for Jelly Roll Quilts, by Pam and Nicky Lintott
Color Magic for Quilters, by Ann Seely & Joyce Stewart

Episode 92 In Which We Talk Scraps with Charlotte May 24 2012

Charlotte's back! Woot woot! You may recall meeting Charlotte Hawkes, the scrap quilter from my guild, from episode 51 In Which We Get Scrappy Again. Some of you asked for more detail, so I invited myself over to her house and set up cameras and all sorts of equipment to go step-by-step through her process. As I mention in the episode, the originally-planned video episode didn't quite work out, so after listening to this audio podcast, please go to my blog for pictures of her system and her quilts. Educational, and eye-candy to boot!
Also mentioned in this episode: Amherst Museum Quilt Guild's 2012 Seminar. Information at www.amqg.org.

Episode 91 In Which I Get Ready for Retreat 5-17-12

A quick catch-up to do some listener feedback, explain why I've been AWOL, and talk about my guild quilt retreat tomorrow. Be sure to visit Cindy of Fluffy Sheep Quilting's blog for updates on her new venture!

Episode 90 In Which I'm Home 5-6-12

I'm back! In this episode, I announce the winners of the last two weeks of giveaways for my two year podcastaversary, talk a little bit about my vacation, give a couple of non-quilty recommendations, and do some listener feedback. I had fun being away, but it's nice to be home!

Episode 89 In Which We Talk Texture with Jaye 4-26-12

In this episode, Jaye and I continue our conversation about design principles and elements with a discussion of texture--visual and physical. Don't forget to check out Jaye's blog for information and resource recommendations. Looking forward to hearing what you think about it!

Episode 88 In Which We Talk Pattern with Jaye 4-19-12

Jaye's back! Woot woot woot! In this episode, we talk about the design principle, pattern. For more information, be sure to visit Jaye's blog at www.artquiltmaker.com. We also do a little Sandy Update, announce winners of recent giveaways, and do a some listener feedback. Enjoy!