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Field Check for Quality We’ve all heard the comments, “All fabric is the same,” “fabric is fabric,” and “some companies just charge more!” Some of us have even made those comments—including me. In fabric none of these statements are valid! The quality of one fabric is not the quality of …
Looking for a quick and easy Christmas project? Miss seeing some of your quilt guild friends? Why not join a small group of folks at the guild building while also following physical distancing and mask guidelines? Since we are not able to hold our typical Christmas party, this is a …
This December we will not be holding our traditional Christmas parties where we meet and eat to celebrate the Christmas season. However, we DO want to celebrate this very special season of the year so here is THE NEWS! Beginning Thanksgiving week, we will be holding several weekly drawings on five consecutive Wednesdays. The lucky …
Jodie Davis has been designing and sharing her designs since the 1980s. Her designs are featured in more than 30 books on quilting, she has written. That includes Hometown Quilts and Raw-Edge Appliqué. She is co-creator and host of “Friends in the Bee,” plus the face you see most often …
By Diann Eisman When asked by Dianne Davis to write a tip we could share on the quilt website, my first thought was, “What can I possibly share that all of you gifted quiltmaker’s wouldn’t already know?” But on further reflection, I thought of something I am currently doing. Not …
By Vicki Brunk You wouldn’t think there are that many styles/choices when it comes to binding, but there are. 2 1/2″ and 2 1/4″ French folded are the most popular. The strips are sewn together at 90-degree angles and folded (long way) right sides together and pressed. Seams between strips …
by Terri Davis I joined the Piecemakers in 2014 and didn’t know how much being a member of “our” guild would become a big part of my life. I’ve always been drawn to volunteer in some way in my community, first with my children’s schools, being a Court Appointed Special …
Through the ages, quilts have been an integral part of telling stories about the people who create them and those who use them. The story they tell teaches us how people have lived and about the textiles and resources available. They have, and still do, tell messages of political opinions; …
KAFFE FASSETT is a bestselling author and designer who believes that anyone can participate in and enjoy creative crafts. He shares his vision of the decorative arts through lecture tours, worldwide exhibitions, workshops, television appearances, and books. Designing for companies including Designers Guild and Rowan Yarns, Fassett has launched a …