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Spotlight: Zak Foster, Fiber Artist
Zak Foster learned about quilting from YouTube and Instagram. His works tell stories that are important in his life. Used textiles he finds along his journeys, guides Zak to work…
Spotlight: Beverly Ayling-Smith, Textile Artist
Beverly Ayling-Smith uses textiles from our everyday lives to create her work that focuses on the emotional dimensions of loss, absence, and grief. Her experience in research into emotional barriers…
Spotlight: Joan Schulze, Fiber Artist
Joan Schulze grew up in a creative home. Creating fiber art and writing poetry, reflecting her feelings and thoughts have been a part of Joan's life. How did you find…
How to Make a Modern Mosaic Quilt Block: Free Pattern
The Modern Mosaic quilt block uses three fabrics to create a pattern that moves across your quilt, similar to a tile mosaic pattern. It is put together only using half…
Spotlight: Caroline Champion, Abstract Embroidery Artist
Caroline Champion creates abstract hand embroidered art with acrylic paints and thread. Ideas come to her from nature, overheard conversations, lines of buildings, clouds and more. Her pieces reflect her…
Spotlight: Sue Colozzi, Fiber Artist
Sue Colozzi has always had an interest in fiber arts. She studied weaving in school but later found she preferred fabric as her medium. After making her first scene out…
Spotlight: Kinga Foldi, Textile Sculptor
Kinga Foldi has been creative since a young age. She studied traditional craft techniques but is drawn to textiles for their endless possibilities. Using pintucks and folds, she creates her…
What is a Fat Quarter Pre-Cut in Quilting?
So, what exactly is a fat quarter pre-cut in quilting? If you are new to sewing or quilting, you'll want to know about fat quarters! Those are the neat little…
Spotlight: Judy Kirpich, Fiber Artist
Judy Kirpich started her journey as a fiber artist by making her own clothes. A class with Nancy Crow was her first step into the world of fiber art. Her…
Spotlight: Scott Culley, Textile Designer
Scott Culley began sewing as a child. He started quilting after the birth of their son. Inspired by the modern quilt movement, he uses his architecture background to design complex…
Spotlight: Rebeka Lambert, Art Quilter
Rebeka Lambert discovered modern improv quilting and a new world opened for her. She uses repurposed fabrics in her art and enjoys adding texture with hand stitching. How did you…
Spotlight: Rachael Dorr, Textile Artist
Rachael Dorr has been creating with textiles her entire life. She now creates detailed fiber art, as well as heirloom quilts for families with Quilting a Memory, using recycled fabrics.…
Spotlight: Naida Koraly, Fiber Artist
Naida Koraly has been sewing all of her life. After a career of graphic design, architectural drafting and interior decorating, she discovered fiber art. She traded her rubber cement for…
Spotlight: Sarah Spencer, Textile Artist
Sarah Spencer, who works under the alias Io the Alien, took an introductory quilting class, learned about improv quilting and became obsessed. She uses bold and saturated colors to create…
Spotlight: Murriel Mapa, Embroidery Artist
Murriel Mapa picked up an embroidery kit and fell in love with stitching. After doing a few kits, she tried making her own designs. She now sells her designs as…
How to Make Placemats: Easy Beginner Sewing Project
Looking for just the right color or design for placemats? Sew your own with these simple and quick steps. There are so many fabrics to choose from in a quilt…
Spotlight: Mary Anne Carter, Soft Sculpture and Installation Art
Mary Anne Carter has been an artist since a young child. Art is the way she communicates. It is her gift. Using many media and techniques, she creates detailed art…
Spotlight: Casey Alberti, Macramé Artist
Casey Alberti was looking for a fun girl's night craft and discovered macramé. She creates unique projects inspired by her customers and enjoys choosing the colors for each project. With…