Recent Blog Posts

From the National Quilt Museum: "For more than 50 years, Mr. Mallard has chronicled world events through his vibrant and intricately detailed thread collages. Born of brilliantly colored embroidery floss, fabric, patience and time, his quilts have been showcased in the United States and Europe.  He has been profiled in Quilter’s Newsletter Magazine, Linda LaPinta’s book Kentucky Quilts and Quiltmakers, Three Centuries of Creativity, Community, and Commerce,  inducted in the Mc Comb Mississippi Wall of Fame, and was honored with the ArtsReach “Living the Vision” Award.  Joe’s feature quilts include his Obama Tie Quilt, which chronicles the first four years of the Obama administration and an embroidered denim jacket he presented to former President Jimmy Carter, which highlights key events of his political life."

From the Victoria and Albert Museum: "American heiress Cara Broughton was a style icon of her day, with some extremely bold and playful fashion choices. In this documentary, Fashion Historian Cassie explores two incredible surviving pieces from Cara’s eclectic wardrobe, and tells us about what is typical of women’s late Victorian fashion."

We all know that four-leaf clovers are lucky but hard to find. Pat Bravo at WeAllSew says, "Instead of finding your own luck, why not create your own magic with something handmade, especially with St. Patrick’s Day around the corner." Learn how to make your own St. Patrick's Day Wall Hanging that is shaped like a four-leaf clover in this fun tutorial.

Do a puzzle of Kyra Reps' quilt, Cabin Fever.

From The Quilt Alliance: "As you may have heard, we've been hard at work re-designing and re-launching our flagship project, Quilters' Save Our Stories (QSOS). The project will have updated guidelines and new ways to get involved. But we need help! We're seeking volunteers to conduct an interview and test our new instructions."

It's time for another heart-pumping, blood-rushing, get-your-day-going game of Jinny Beyer's Memory Match. Start your engines and get every answer right and your best time too!

Do a puzzle of Louisa Smith's quilt, Ova Nova.

Presented by the Surface Design Association (SDA): "Hear from SDA Symposium Keynote Speaker, Verónica A. Pèrez, on their work as a community artist and their personal artistic practices. Using textile processes like braiding, weaving, and crocheting, combined with sculptural techniques, as well as unconventional materials such as hair, Pèrez addresses themes of erasure, empathy, and ambiguity as a member of the Puerto Rican diaspora." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 2 PM EDT.

Do a puzzle of Susan Lenz's quilt, The Cemetery.

It's National Embroidery Month, so why not try something that you may have never thought of doing, like embroidering on leather. It's not at difficult as it sounds, and Kate Toney at WeAllSew will show you the tools and tips you need to make it a smooth and easy process.

Do a puzzle of Kate Colleran's quilt, Sunny Vale.

A few years ago, Capt'n John made a photo album for Alex for Valentine's Day. He even wrote a poem to go with it. Here he shares it with TQS. (He says - "Be Kind! It's the thought that counts!") 

Beth and Jonathan Evans, internationally known batik artists, discuss their craft and recently published book, A Book of Batik, at a virtual event on Zoom, this Sunday, February 16, 2025. Registration is required, and there will be a question and answer session after the interview which you are welcome to participate in.

Do a puzzle of Kate Colleran's quilt, Rosette.