From the Archives: How to Sew Z-Seams
Want to design a minimalist quilt? Editing an idea down to its simplest form can be a tricky endeavor. One strategy that may help is to limit the number of seams used during construction, and a Z-seam is a great technique to have in your toolbox.
2024 Pantone Quilt Challenge
How do you feel about tiger stripes? Lisa Frank Tiger Stripes! That’s the working title for my latest quilt top, which I designed and pieced as part of the 2024 Pantone Quilt Challenge.
QuiltCon by the Numbers, 2024 Edition
A whopping number of people attended QuiltCon 2024 in Raleigh, smashing previous attendance records. And more quilts were submitted to the show than ever before! Let’s take a look at the numbers.
QuiltCon 2024 Recap
QuiltCon 2024 is in the books and WOW what a show! The Modern Quilt Guild’s annual event took place in Raleigh, North Carolina this year and it was a riot of color and inspiration. Thousands of quilters attended, eager to connect with one another.
Celebrating 10 Years of Sewing and Quilting
Today is Fat Tuesday. It’s also the anniversary of when I learned how to sew! To celebrate, I reflect on my creative journey over the past 10 years.
2023 Year in Review: Exhibition Submission Data
In 2023, I submitted quilts to a total of 21 exhibitions. Here’s a look at stats from those shows, including my acceptance rate, expenses, and more.
Tutorial: How to Mount a Quilt on Canvas
This simple method of mounting a quilt on canvas creates a sleek finish with sharp, clean corners.
Why You Should Show Your Work
How artists can build confidence and find connection by exhibiting their work in galleries, museums, and other venues.
Quilt National 2023
Last month, I attended my first-ever Quilt National opening at The Dairy Barn Arts Center in Athens, Ohio. It was a whirlwind weekend full of gorgeous quilts and great conversations with friends new and old.