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Spotlight: Carla Alexiuk, Quilt Designer and Teacher
For Carla Alexiuk, teaching and quilting are a match made in fabric heaven. She is a Studio 180 Certified Instructor and enjoys designing patterns for the specialty tools that help…
Spotlight: Dinah Sargeant, Fiber Artist
Dinah Sargeant studied painting in college and discovered quilting when her children were young. She now combines both passions to create detailed painted art quilts and art dolls. Working on…
Spotlight: Emma Thorp, Contemporary Australian Artist
Emma Thorp is a contemporary artist who works with coloured pencil, digital drawing, and animation. Her work often takes the form of self-narrative, as she records her daily experiences. How…
Spotlight: Petra Kooij, Visual Artist
Rewilding spaces one organic footprint at a time Petra Kooij’s work begins with the observation of plants and flowers in her small urban garden or the vase on her table.…
Spotlight: Helena Scheffer, Colourist
Helena Scheffer creates fiber art with textiles. Colour is what inspires her work. She starts with an idea, pulls out her fabrics and lets them speak to her. How would…
Spotlight: Karen Eckmeier, Fiber Artist
Try to keep up with Karen Eckmeier! She has written five books, teaches classes, and creates award-winning quilts. She works on one piece at a time. Her favorite part? The…
Spotlight: Kieren Dutcher, Teaching Artist and Illustrator
Kieren Dutcher grew up in a creative home and was encouraged to be a maker. From an early age, she learned how to sew, knit, and embroider from her mom…
Spotlight: Christa Wissler, Multi-disciplinary Artist
You'll find Christa Wissler working on a variety of projects all at the same time. She works intuitively to create her works of art, using a variety of media. When…
How to Price Your Handmade Quilts and Fiber Art
So, you are ready to sell your quilts or fiber art. How do you price your handmade quilts? What should you consider? We asked some of our friends how they…
How to Make an Irish Chain Quilt: Free Tutorial
The Irish chain quilt is a classic traditional quilt made with nine patch blocks and squares of fabric for the background. Using only two fabrics, this quilt pattern comes together…
Spotlight: Leilani Purvis, Fiber Artist
Leilani Purvis is an award-winning fiber artist and teacher who creates detailed textile art inspired by nature. Look closely at her work; see the animals' inner mood through their eyes.…
Spotlight: Jacki Donhou, Amigurumi Pattern Designer & Author
Jacki Donhou creates whimsical and unique amigurumi crocheted creatures. Her advice? Keep practicing and you'll get better. When did you first start crocheting? How did you start designing your own…
Spotlight: Mandy Pedigo, Fiber Artist
Mandy Pedigo is a dedicated researcher and writer, who brings stories to life in her fiber art. She explores her heritage, as well as land, water, and environmental issues as…
Spotlight: Heather Stoltz, Fiber Artist
Heather Stoltz creates quilted wall hangings and fabric sculptures inspired by social justice issues, Jewish texts, and life as a mother. Look closely at the details in her pieces to…
Spotlight: Megan Leedom, Modern Fiber Artist
Megan Leedom spends most of her time in nature, drawing inspiration from the world around her. She combines the traditional arts of macrame and weaving to create unique wall hangings…
Scrappy Heart Mug Rug Sewing Project: Easy Tutorial
Make this adorable heart mug rug to share your love - on Valentine's Day and every day! Use up some of your smaller scraps to piece the heart and batting…
How to Make the Duck Tracks Quilt Block Pattern
Learn how to make the Duck Tracks Quilt Block with our step-by-step instructions. Only two types of blocks are used - squares and half-square triangles. Even though it looks like…
Working in a Small Group: Sassy
Many artists join or create small groups for sharing and critique which becomes an important part of their art practice. Working in a small group is a way to bounce…