Debuting January 16, 2022: Alex was so inspired by Sue Spargo’s recent wool and embroidery class when it comes to designing that she just had to share what she learned. Then Lisa Thorpe shows you how to build a framed bird box collage with simple machine stitches over layers of assorted fabrics, words on paper, ribbon and stamped images. Lisa also shares the importance of having a workbook to flush out ideas and themes that can be used as jumping off points for quilts.
"Back for another exciting season, The Quilting Hour explores quilting techniques and creative trends. Every 2 weeks the LIVE one-hour conversations will focus on a specific theme or technique." Today, Alex stops by to join The Quilting Hour LIVE at 12 pm Pacific Time, which will be hosted by recent TQS guest Lee Chappell Monroe.
Debuting December 5, 2021: The master of miniature quilts, Kumiko Frydl, loves a challenge and it shows. Her full-size quilts filled with tiny and beautiful details on a miniature scale make for astounding quilts. She shares tips for creating shadow trapunto and micro stippling. While Alex shares tips for expanding your quilt designs by using stencils as a starting point.
During Alex's LIVE on Wednesday she talked about going to Pokey Bolton's wedding. Pokey's wedding was a joyous event, and she has graciously allowed us to share some pictures of the wedding with you. We were honored to be there and wish Pokey and Patrick all the best!
Alex cleaned out her stash and we have THREE 15" x 10" x 15" boxes of fabric to give away! Join our Scavenger Hunt and be entered to win one of those big boxes of fabric from Alex! But don't wait too long to get in on the action, because today (8/18/21) is the last day to enter. Update: The Scavenger Hunt is now over and we have our three winners. Find out who they are!
Ricky has been teaching his wonderful "Ultimate Mystery Quilt Class" (Kool Kaleidoscope) and Alex has been busy. She is working on...well, take a look.
Alex is taking you on a sneak peek of the TQS warehouse. Find out who's who and what's what when it comes to shopping and shipping.
Alex is off to a Joanne Sharpe retreat, so Capt'n John is stepping in to answer your questions about Alex, himself, and the website.
Alex took a picture of this quilt with her phone and would love to know more about it. Do you know who made this quilt?
Our Block of the Month 2020 pattern is Afternoon Delight designed by Sue Garman with monthly tips from Barbara Black. This show is packed with tips for making the Modified Shoo Fly Block and how to machine appliqué, all the fun and exciting parts of the BOM. Also, Alex Anderson demonstrates how to prepare hexies using Print & Piece Fuse Light and Oakshott Cottons to create a wall hanging.