Interviews - 2025
Join Alex as she learns from some of the best in the quilting world.
- Candice Phelan - SAQA Camouflage Exhibit
- Kathy Deggendorfer
- Carol Ann McCandless
- Clare O'Donohue
- Veruschka Zarate
- Maritza Soto
- Bianca Springer
- Kristin Goedert
- Lina Owen
- Amy Milne
- Nichole Vogelsinger
- Kaitlin Esquivias
- Fiona Johnstone
- Teresa Duryea Wong
- Christy Burcham - BERNINA
- Becky Goldsmith - BOM 2026 - Game On!
- Lauren Vlcek - Quilting Design
- Karla Overland - Cherrywood Challenge
- Jenny Lyon - How Should I Quilt This Quilt?
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Alex Anderson LIVE - All About Cherrywood Fabrics with Karla Overland
Alex sits down with Karla from Cherrywood to chat about their rich history, what’s new, and what’s coming next! Get the scoop on the Cherrywood Challenge, a brand-new Block of the Month, and more!
Candice Phelan - SAQA Quilt Exhibit - Camouflage - Houston 2024
Join Alex as she features Lilo Bowman's talk with Candice Phelan about the SAQA: Camouflage exhibit at the Houston International Quilt Festival 2024. They discuss five of the quilts in the exhibit including work by Caryl Bryer Fallert-Gentry and Luanna Rubin.
Chasing Creativity 2025 with Kathy Deggendorfer
Alex talks with Kathy Deggendorfer about how to keep creativity flowing. Kathy talks about how she keeps the juices flowing and the steps she uses. She also shows how she approached making the poster for the Sisters 50th Anniversary Quilt Show coming in July 2025.
How Did Carol Ann McCandless Make This Quilt?
Alex was in love with this quilt the first time she saw it. She had to reach out and find out how Carol Ann McCandless made this quilt. Carol took the time to explain in detail how it was made.
From Simply Quilts to Murder - Clare O'Donohue
Clare O'Donohue was a producer on the Simply Quilts TV show that Alex Anderson hosted. Clare was a very creative person who went on to other TV shows and to writing books. Clare called and interviewed Alex, but it quickly became a dual interview.
Veruschka Zarate - Best of Show at QuiltCon 2025 - "Dignity"
We all loved the quilt Dignity by Veruschka Zarate and so did the judges at QuiltCon 2025, where it won Best of Show. THEN we saw that there was a quilt on the back! Meet Veruschka and learn about her inspiration for this amazing quilt.
Alex Anderson LIVE - Inside the Mind of a Quilt Judge - Maritza Soto, QuiltCon 2025 Judge
TheQuiltShow.com attended QuiltCon 2025. We were allowed behind the scenes and spoke with judge Maritza Soto. Maritza told us about her experience judging and has some good advice for all quilters.
Alex Anderson LIVE - Quilts in Clothing with Bianca Springer
The Quilt Show.com talks with Fiber Artist Bianca Springer at QuiltCon 2025. Bianca is driven by a compelling vision: to craft culturally resonant artwork that inspires others to integrate art into their lives in meaningful ways. Observing a lack of representation in the maker community, she sought to fill that gap. Known for her skillful use of upcycled and quilted materials, Bianca’s creations are striking, vibrant, and richly diverse. In addition to her varied artistic endeavors, she designs embroidery patterns that authentically portray real individuals, capturing the beauty of their unique differences with elegance and precision.
Alex Anderson LIVE - AQS Paducah Top Quilt Winners 2025 - Kristin Goedert
TheQuiltshow.com had a wonderful time at the AQS Paducah Quilt Show. Alex will talk about the show, the atmosphere, and show you the top winners (with close ups). Then we talk with Kristin Goedert, TheQuiltShow.com Director of Marketing, about her quilt that got into QuiltCon this year.
Alex Anderson LIVE - Quilting with Latinas with Lina Owen
Originally from Colombia, Lina Owen tells of her journey to bring more women into quilting using books and patterns written in their first language. It's a great story.
Alex Anderson LIVE - After the Hurricane with Amy Milne
The Quilt Show speaks with Amy Milne about the Quilt Alliance. She discusses the challenges and lessons after losing everything when hit by Hurricane Helene.
Alex Anderson LIVE - "Needles Out" with Nichole Vogelsinger
The Quilt Show.com speaks with Nichole Vogelsinger at QuiltCon 2025. They discuss her latest book, "Needles Out", and talk about her embroidery pieces. Nichole lays a foundation for four techniques: beading/embellishing, stumpwork, fabric painting, and needle felting. It is a 'WildBoho' fusion of chaos and control.
Alex Anderson LIVE - Sewing for Others - Kaitlin Esquivias
The Quilt Show speaks with Kaitlin Esquivias at QuiltCon 2025. Kaitlin grew up with a heart for the community. She found a way to make a difference with her sewing skills. This is something anyone can do. Hear how she is making a big difference in small ways.
Alex Anderson LIVE - What Are Curvelitos? - Fiona Johnstone
Fiona Johnstone loves the challenge of doing something well on a smaller scale. After discovering and falling in love with Curvelets in 2020, she decided to push the limits by creating 1/2” and 1/4” quarter square circles. The smaller siblings she calls Curvelitos.
Alex Anderson LIVE - What Blew Alex's Mind? with Teresa Duryea Wong
"There is a culture of cuteness in Japan that is so pervasive it has its own name, kawaii. And the artists who live and breathe this iconic Japanese concept have created an entirely new genre of quilting: kawaii appliqué." Teresa Duryea Wong talks with Alex about this amazing process and the people who do it.
Alex Anderson LIVE: BERNINA - New Machines and New Features
Alex speaks with VP of Education at BERNINA, Christy Burcham, about the new machines and features that have recently come out.
Alex Anderson LIVE - Quilting Design Choices with Lauren Vlcek
Lauren Vlcek gives you and Alex an art seminar on quilting in just a few minutes. Lauren quilted the Block of the Month 2026, "Game On!", and uses it as her example of quilting design choices. This is for everyone and not just those doing the BOM 2026 Experience. Great learning and good visuals in this LIVE.
Alex Anderson LIVE - How Should I Quilt This Quilt? with Jenny Lyon
Jenny Lyon has taught 1000s of quilters how to machine quilt. Through the years she has developed a set of guidelines to help every quilter become a success. Get great ideas, tips, and advice.