It's another great installment in the design series! In this episode, Jaye and I talk about gradation in design. Gradation isn't just about color!
Be sure to check out Jaye's blog for more information on gradation: www.artquiltmaker.com/blog.
Episode 149 In Which I Get Ready for Lancaster 3-9-14
In this episode I talk about an extraordinarily productive weekend! Leaving for Lancaster on Tuesday makes a great deadline for me to get a lot done. I talk about my Disappearing Pinwheel, my Scrapitude quilt, some more work on the postcard, and getting class supplies and cutting done for Lancaster. And, of course, a little listener feedback.
Episode 148 In Which We Get Lit 3-2-14
With apologies for the title but I couldn't resist, in this episode, we talk about lighting for your sewing room/quilt studio.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Burk Fabric near Lancaster, PA: http://www.burkfabric.com.
- Ottlites at Joanns: http://www.joann.com/ottlite/. (You can also find Ottlites at any number of other places, but they're often on sale at Joanns.)
- Bendable Bright Light
- LED lights for the harp of your sewing machine: Ecolux
- Online studio tours mentioned in this episode:
- Carol Bryer Fallert:
- Kathy Drew:
- Search Pinterest and Flickr, or google "quilt studio lighting" or "sewing room lighting" or related phrases
- Carol Bryer Fallert:
- Book mentioned in this episode: Creating Your Perfect Quilting Space: Sewing Room Makeovers for Any Space and Budget, by Lois L. Hallock (That Patchwork Place)
Episode 147 In Which We Talk Scraps and Spas and Shape-Cuts 2-23-14
In this episode, I announce the 2014 Quilty Resolution First Quarter Check-in, then talk about Scrapitude, spa-days, and the Shape-Cut ruler. I also give a brief review of the Great Courses lecture series "How Colors Affect You: What Science Reveals" (which I mistakenly referred to as "The Science of Color" in the episode), and talk about three fitness-related apps: FitBolt, EarnedIt, and Every Move.
Episode 146 In Which I Didn't Have a PDSI 2-18-14
I'm back after a bit of a break due to life. Oops. In any case, in this episode, I announce the winners of the 2014 Quilty Resolutions Giveaway, talk a little bit about Savannah and some fabric shops there, explain why I didn't end up getting much done during PDSI (President's Day Sew-In), and share themes I saw in your responses to the 2014 Quilty Resolutions. Have fun!
Episode 145 In Which I Talk Contrast with Jaye 2-2-14
Jaye's back, and this time we're talking about the design principle of contrast. Find out how understanding contrast (and not just contrast of color!) can help make your quilts more interesting and effective.
Jaye always posts great supplemental blog posts for each episode. To check hers out, visit www.artquiltmaker.com/blog.
I'll be back next week to announce some giveaway winners and catch up on listener feedback!
Episode 144 In Which I Do a Book Review 1-27-14
Welcome to episode 144! After the usual announcements (start planning ahead for another scrap mystery quilt from Charlotte!) and Sandy Update, I review the book Colorific by Pam Goecke Dinndorf (C&T Publishing). And then I have some listener feedback with great suggestions about how to fix cutting tables that are no longer flat, and you get to listen to a lightbulb go off over my head about how I can finish my cutting table in a much more stress-free fashion!
Episode 143 In Which I Build a Cutting Table for MLKSI 1-19-14
My weekend took a sharp left turn when I decided, spur of the moment, that it was time to finally get that darn cutting table into my life. Admittedly, I was probably really too worn out to record a podcast after getting the cutting table (mostly) done, so this episode may be a hair rambly. But I talk about the whys and wherefores, although I'll leave it to a later blog post to give specs and pictures. Also in this episode: a little more about the Disappearing 9-Patch, Scrapitude, and Crafty Classes...and, finally, some listener feedback! Woo!
Episode 142 In Which I Talk Emphasis and Focal Point with Jaye 1-12-14
Yay! The design series is back! Woot woot! In this episode, after a long delay, Jaye and I are finally back to discuss the next design principles in our series, emphasis and focal point. As usual, Jaye gives tons of great information and examples. And we talk about what a time suck Pinterest can be. And gardens. Believe me, it all relates.
Visit Jaye's blog at www.artquiltmaker.com/blog to see her post that supplements this episode. (I can't post a direct link since I'm doing this ahead of time, as I'll be out of town for work when it actually goes live.)
On Pinterest? Follow Jaye's design elements board. (And her other boards--they're all great!)
Remember to leave a comment about your thoughts on this episode--and post pictures of quilts you've made or have seen (post with permission, please) that exemplify what we're talking about.
Episode 141 In Which I Get Started on 2014 1-5-14
Welcome to 2014! In this episode, I announce the winner of the Art Quilt Maps book, give a Sandy Update and a little listener feedback, and I do several reviews!
Reviewed in this episode:
LifeTopix app
Cozi family calendar
Dry Iron from Vermont Country Store (Also a few models on Amazon)
Fiskars Fingertip Rotary Cutter
"Machine Quilting" with Wendy Butler Berns (Craftsy class)
Episode 140 In Which We Had BDSI 12-29-13
In this episode, I've actually gotten some stuff done! I talk about what I've accomplished recently and how I'm setting myself up for success in achieving my goals in 2014. There's also a few recommendations and reviews.
Mentioned in this episode:
Daily Routine app, Productivity Wizard app, LifeTopix app
Podcast: Old Time Radio Mysteries
Deb Hunter's Rapid Fire Hunter Star Ruler (Petite Star)
Episode 139 In Which I Interview Author Valerie Goodwin (and a giveaway!) 12-22-13
I've been so excited about this episode for so long! C&T Publishing gave me the opportunity to review the book Art Quilt Maps, by Valerie Goodwin, and connected me with her for an interview as well. Have fun listening to our conversation! The usual announcements start things off, but then we'll get right into the interview--I'll then give my own review of the book and talk about working on my own art quilt map after, plus the usual Sandy Update and listener feedback.
Check out Valerie's website at www.quiltsbyvalerie.com, or "like" her Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/ArtQuiltMapsETC.
And now for the giveaway!
I have read this book several times now (as you'll hear in the episode), and am thankful to C&T for making a copy available for me to share with a lucky listener!
Use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter your name for this giveaway--note you can increase your chances by leaving a comment on the blog and tweeting the giveaway as well! (If you leave a comment in the blog, use the Rafflecopter widget to let me know that. Simply leaving a comment without also using the widget won't cue me that you've entered.)
A winner with a U.S. mailing address will receive a print copy of the book; if the winner has an international mailing address, s/he will receive an ebook version. '
The giveaway closes on Saturday, January 4th, at midnight (Eastern).
Episode 138 In Which We Make 2014 Quilty Resolutions 12-16-13
It's that time of year again! In this episode I give the parameters for my 2014 Quilty Resolutions Challenge. Get ready to accomplish some key things in 2014! I also review two Craftsy classes:
Creative Quilt Backs with Elizabeth Hartman
Piece, Patch, Quilt: Basic Quiltmaking Skills with Gail Kessler
Here's the link to submit your 2014 Quilty Resolutions--but be sure you've listened to the episode first to hear the parameters for this year!
And here's what one lucky entrant randomly drawn will win! Five (count 'em, 1-2-3-4-5!) fat quarters!
In my opinion, these would make a great purse.
And if someone wanted to make said purse and then gift it to one of their favorite podcasters whose podcast's acronym is QFTRU, that would not be frowned upon. Tee hee.
So fill out your quilty resolutions using the link above, and have your name entered in the drawing for this great fabricy goodness!
Episode 137 In Which We Check In on 2013 Resolutions 12-10-13
In this episode, I talk a little bit about artist dates, give an update on my own progress on my 2013 quilty resolutions, give a book review, and do some listener feedback.
The book reviewed on this episode:
Simply Charming Fun by Moose on the Porch Quilts, www.moosequilts.com
Episode 136 In Which We Make Fabric Postcards 12-3-13
Welcome to episode 136! In this episode, I announce the winner of the Kiva giveaway, give a Sandy update, and talk about making fabric postcards. And, of course, there's some listener feedback--woot!
Mentioned in this episode:
3M Command Picture Clips (what I use for hanging quilts) Note: I use a different name for these in the podcast episode because these *were* briefly discontinued and were being sold under a different title. However, they seem to be back. This is my preferred clip.
Episode 135 In Which We Rip It! 11-19-13
Welcome to the episode about sharp pointy things. I review three types of seam rippers and give some pros and cons to each, so that you can choose the right one to correct the errors of your ways.
Mentioned in this episode:
The Olfa Rotary Point Cutter has been discontinued, but as of the posting of this episode, I was able to find it online here.
The Havel's Ultra Pro Seam Ripper may be found here.
Episode 134 In Which It's Just Snakebit 11-13-13
Yes, I'm back, and with more stories of a certain baby quilt that just wanted to refuse to be made. But I shall persevere. Get ready for some Sandy Update, a reminder of a giveway in progress, a book review, and listener feedback.
Mentioned in this episode:
Quilt It with Love: The Project Linus Story, by Mary Balagna and Carol Babbit
Wheelchair quilts at Regina B Dunn's blog.
Episode 133 In Which I Have a Story of Heartbreak and a Rotary Cutter 10-15-13
In this episode, I tell a heart-wrenching, tear-jerking story of quilt tragedy. Get the hankies out. But don't worry, it has a Hollywood-Happy Ending. (And watch for blog posts with the pictures coming up.)
Want to join Kiva? Here's the invitation link:
http://www.kiva.org/invitedto/quiltingfortherestofus/by/sandra4689
Episode 132 In Which I Talk BBW and Scrapitude 9-13-13
In this episode, I remind you of the upcoming Banned Books Week Challenge and give a brief update about my guild's response to the challenge, and I officially (podcast-wise) announce the Scrapitude Mystery Quilt that has already been announced on my blog and in Twitter.
Links in this episode:
Modern Scrap Quilts pinboard on Pinterest
"Seamly Stitching" (My guild's embroidery stitches-of-the-month program): http://quiltingrevolution.blogspot.it/2013/09/seamly-stitching-part-1.html
Episode 131 In Which I Get a Lot Done--Finally! 9-8-13
In this episode, I update my accomplishments during the Labor Day Sew-In last weekend (#LDSI), plus my Hawaii-Western NY Mash-up menu for my niece's party this weekend, plus what I'm working on now.