Quilting...for the Rest of Us

Episode 63: In Which We Talk about Line with Jaye Oct 4 2011

Back to the design series with our friend Jaye of artquiltmaker fame. (Follow her on Twitter--@artquiltmaker.) This time we're talking about line. Why do we need to think about line when designing a quilt? What affects can line have? What kinds of line are there? What creates line in quilts? And yes--there's homework!
For resources, more information about line, and some other great pictures, check out Jaye's blog.
For photos of quilts that illustrate what we discuss in this episode, check out my blog.
The resources Nonnie sent me that are related to design are:
http://health.howstuffworks.com/mental-health/human-nature/perception/brain-damage-art.htm

"Stuff to Blow Your Mind" podcast series, March 3rd 2011 episode

Episode 62: In Which I Begin a Design Study Group Sept 28 2011

In this episode, I talk a little bit about Snail's Trail blocks, give two book reviews, and describe the starting of a new design study group in my quilt life. What fun!
In this episode:
Traditional Two Block Quilts, by Sally Saulmon
The Complete Artist's Way: Creativity as a Spiritual Practice, by Julia Cameron
Fearless Design for Every Quilter, by Lorraine Torrance & Jean Mils
The "Attack of the Hexies" blog image may be found at http://www.flickr.com/photos/aboyandhisblog/5804636354/, courtesy of Pam of Hip to Be A Square podcast. She says you can size it down to 180x180 if it's too big as-is, without a lot of distortion. Thanks, Pam! (By the way, Pam says she's winning. I certainly know she's beating me!)

Episode 61: In Which We Launch a New Segment Sept 15 2011

Wheee! The long-awaited day has finally arrived! In this episode, I launch a new, on-going segment featuring Artquiltmaker blogger Jaye Lapachet. Jaye and I have been working on this for *months* so I'm absolutely ecstatic to finally be able to share it with you. Learn a little bit more about design principles and elements with Jaye and I, starting with Design 101 in this episode.
Also, I announce the winner of the summer quarter stash mystery challenge (yay!) and the last quarter's theme. Plus, Sandy Update and Listener Feedback. Can it get any better than this?
Visit Jaye's blog at http://artquiltmaker.com/blog.
Check out the Quilting for the Rest of Us Flickr group for pics of the stash mystery challenge. (I'll get the rest up next week.)

Episode 60: In Which We Respond to the World through Quilting 9-6-11

In this episode, I share some listener responses to the question, "how do you respond to the events of the world through quilting?" It's been an really interesting discussion in BigTent and I'm looking forward to hearing your comments after you listen to this episode! Also, Sandy Update (such as it is) and listener comments.
Mentioned in this episode:
Ye Olde Fabric Shoppe in Stratford, Ontario: http://yeoldefabricshoppe.blogspot.com/
The weekly app review appears on Jan's blog at Quilting Revolution: http://quiltingrevolution.blogspot.com/
Amherst Museum Quilters Guild Seminar, Sept 14-17, 2011: Information can be found at http://amqg.org/.

Episode 059: In Which We Buy Fabric Aug 24 2011

As a follow up to my decluttering episode a couple of posts ago, this time I explore what makes us buy fabric. Sure, sometimes we buy for a project--but most of us probably buy fabric on occasion as "fabric retail therapy." This mostly-lighthearted exploration of the motivation behind fabric shopping includes listener input and my own thoughts. Looking forward to hearing what you have to say!

Episode 058: In Which I Catch Up with Listeners--Aug 16 2011

Hey everyone--I've been reading your comments right along, and this week I finally sit down and respond! In this episode, listener comments, listener comments, listener comments! Plus a little Sandy Update, and a question to help me prepare for my next episode.
Mentioned in this episode:
Jan's post at Quilting Revolution

Episode 057: In Which We DeClutter Aug 5 2011

OK, you asked for it, you got it. Several listeners had asked me to share about how I'm approaching the whole "empty nest" thing as I send my daughter off to college. I have been doing a lot of processing this summer, and am now sharing that with you. How does attending to our fabric stash relate to empty-nesting? You'll just have to listen to find out!
Mentioned in this episode:
Blog posting on quitting quilting in order to have an organized house: www.myspinningplates.com
Listener Jan's own reorganization of her stash and sewing room: http://quiltingrevolution.blogspot.com/2011/08/design-wall-monday.html
Peter Walsh, Enough Already: Clearing Mental Clutter to Become the Best You
Leah Day's blog post about clearing out her grandmother's house: http://freemotionquilting.blogspot.com/2011/06/estate-junk-clean-up.html

Episode 56 In Which I'm Back, Baby--July 28 2011

I'm home! In this episode, I catch up on some life updates, tell the story of my "cautionary tale" quilt, talk about my recent shop hops across country, and give a book recommendation. Plus, as always, listener comments! (For pictures of my purchases, visit my blog.)
Mentioned in this episode:
Yoder's
Lolly's
Jelly Roll Sampler Quilts, by Pam and Nicky Lintott

Episode 055: In Which I Visit the Quilt Foundry July 11 2011

It's Quilter on the Road time again...and I'm posting this episode from a hotel room. I just had to share about a new quilt shop I visited today: The Quilt Foundry, in Maumee, Ohio.
The Quilt Foundry: www.quiltfoundry.com
Also mentioned in this episode: Five Yard Quilt patterns, available through www.easyquilter.com.
For pictures of my fabric purchase, visit http://quiltingfortherestofus.blogspot.com. (Sorry--hotel internet isn't playing nice with podbean to upload photos here!)

Episode 54 In Which We Talk about Desert Islands July 7 2011

Another great, entertaining listener content episode! I posted a question about desert islands in BigTent and on our Facebook page, and in this episode I share all of your responses. Also, the results of the book give-away, and several book recommendations from listeners as well (see below for list and links).
Books mentioned by listeners:
Nicholas Sparks, The Notebook
Brandilyn Collins, Color the Sidewalk for Me
Louise Penny, Inspector Gamache and the Three Pines series
Geraldine Brooks, March and People of the Book
Lisa Lee, Snow Flower and the Secret Fan
Marcus Borg, Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time
Frances O’Roark Dowell
Barbara Kingsolver, Animal, Vegetable, Miracle
Anna Lee Waldo, Sacajewea
Neil White, In the Sanctuary of Outcasts