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From the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles: "To mark our 50th anniversary, the Museum invites artists from across the wider Bay Area to submit work for The Next 50: A Bay Area Textile Open, a juried open call exhibition celebrating the breadth, innovation, and vitality of textile art today."

Jinny's game keeps you on your quilting toes. Have you played Jinny Beyer's Memory Match today? If not, now's as good a time as any!

Do a puzzle of Cyndi McChesney's quilt, Four Square.

Presented by the Surface Design Association: "Join us on Wednesday, July 22nd at 2PM EDT to celebrate the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts’ current exhibition, Slow Light. This panel features artists Carson Converse, Alexis Deise, and Regina Durante Jestrow, each of which thoughtfully explores the expressive and material qualities of fiber from a unique perspective. Take part in a dynamic conversation to learn more about their creative processes and sources of inspiration." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Do a puzzle of Tina Curran's quilt, Spring.

From The Art Institute of Chicago: "On the occasion of the exhibition On Loss and Absence: Textiles of Mourning and Survival, this video shares how conservators care for textiles in the museum's collection—from using magnification tools to detect material deterioration on a microscopic level to expertly making repairs so that works can be appreciated for generations to come."

Denise Jones at WeAllSew has designed a useful and decorative tray perfect for "keys or for sewing supplies". While Denise's version has a machine embroidered center, you can choose what you want to use for your own creation.

From Dolce & Gabbana: "Inspired by the vibrant Sicily’s blooms, Dolce & Gabbana's Alta Moda creations perfectly reflect Radicepura botanical gardens. The décolleté dress becomes a structured living bouquet thanks to the intricate technique of micro-draped inlay work. Countless featherlight strips of silk chiffon are expertly guided, folded and secured by hand, tracing the hidden anatomy of flowers. Petals and leaves hold a symphony of tonal nuances, creating a painterly effect of extraordinary realism."

Do a puzzle of Tina Curran's quilt, California Poppies #4.

Think you've improved your time since last week's game? Play Jinny Beyer's Memory Match and put your skills to the test!

Do a puzzle of Cathy Wiggins' quilt, Freedom.

Ken Burns, creator of many celebrated documentaries recounting and celebrating history, is an avid quilt collector with more than a hundred to his name and whose collection has been shared in the International Quilt Museum. Why does he love quilts? Why does he want more? He shares those anecdotes and more with Country Living.

Presented by the International Quilt Museum: "Join the International Quilt Museum for a recorded presentation from Navajo/Diné quilt artist Susan Hudson related to her quilt "29 Warriors, Honoring the Navajo Code Talkers." Hudson is set to perform a traditional quilt transfer ceremony presenting her quilt to the IQM for its permanent collection. The quilt will be on display as part of "Material Nation: 250 Years of American Quilts."​​" Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Do a puzzle of Carly Mul's quilt, Abundance.