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Quilting Arts Episode 713

2011-01-14T15:39:00Z

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713 Unique Quilt Embellishments

This episode features two unique approaches to embellishment. First, you’ll learn how to dye embellishments with Dianne Giancola, who shows how to color a range of materials to match your quilts, from buttons and bamboo sticks, to raffia and fabric trim. Then, look at zippers in a whole new way with Jamie Fingal, who shows how to create a group of small art quilts, which can be unzipped and reassembled in numerous ways. Lastly, Pokey has a discussion with quilt artist and surface designer Shelley Brenner Baird about her techniques and inspirations.

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Quilting Arts Episode 712

2011-01-14T15:32:00Z

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712 Gone to the Dogs

This episode features unique pet projects that will enable you to dress your pooch in style! First, Pokey demonstrates a reversible doggy jacket, complete with fusible appliqué and machine stitching. Then, Susan Brubaker Knapp makes a quilted dog bed, a comfortable sleeping spot that fits into your décor and reflects your pet’s personality. Last but not least, use software to create a unique digital portrait of your pet with Julie Fei Fan Balzer, who also discusses how to turn the resulting fabric into a one-of-a-kind bag.

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Quilting Arts Episode 711

2011-01-14T15:28:00Z

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711 Quick Quilt Gifts and Décor

Quilting Arts celebrates the way artists are taking a contemporary approach to quilting by blending their passion for various textile arts. Valori Wells opens this episode with a mixed-media shadow box, combining freeform strip piecing, knitting, and beading to create a truly unique piece. Next is Malka Dubrawsky, who offers suggestions for piecing improvisationally with her “Ten Ways to Love Improvisation.” She also demonstrates how to create simple, modern, and energetic quilt blocks without templates or other measuring tools, and how to transform them into a potholder and trivet set. Finally, Julie Fei Fan Balzer uses software to create contemporary fabric beads, perfect for necklaces and other jewelry.

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Quilting Arts Episode 710

2011-01-14T15:24:00Z

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710 Colorful Mixed-Media Quilting

This episode focuses on how to create a series of quilts. First, Beryl Taylor demonstrates her series Never Ending Circles, vibrant and whimsical pieces of fiber art which are constructed with reverse machine appliqué. Then, Judy Coates Perez is back with more mixed-media wall art, using oil paint to create and enhance imagery on fabric for art quilts. Finally, in a Save My UFO segment, Pokey and Helen Gregory offer ideas for finishing a viewer’s art quilt project.

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Quilting Arts Episode 709

2011-01-14T15:17:00Z

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709 Quilts Gone 3D

Visit any movie theater and the latest trend is 3D films. Quilters are not to be left behind in the movement, which is why this episode features textiles with dimension. First, Candy Glendening creates mod house ornaments, small structures inspired by mid-century modern architecture that are constructed using an iron and machine stitching. Then Mary Jane Butler exhibits a variety of natural found materials from the landscape of southern Colorado. She discusses how they have inspired her to create art dolls which incorporate fabric collage and quilting. Finally, Judy Coates Perez is back to assist Pokey in a Save My UFO segment.

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Quilting Arts Episode 708

2011-01-14T15:11:00Z

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708 New Styles for Quilt Designs

Art quilting can take on so many forms, from an emphasis on mixed-media to embellishments or unusual piecing. This episode explores two different styles for making contemporary quilts. First up are piecing techniques from Jean Wells, who shows how to achieve gentle curves, narrow inserts, and detail piecing in your art quilts. Next, Mary Hettmansperger introduces her unique take on embellishments, using metal and found objects to enhance beautiful fabric choices. Lastly, Pokey and Helen Gregory share 10 time-saving quilt tips, including clever gadgets and techniques.

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Quilting Arts Episode 707

2011-01-14T15:06:00Z

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707 Stitch Intensive

Use your sewing machine in creative ways! In this episode, two top designers share their unique stitched projects. First, Jamie Fingal teaches new ways to use free-motion zigzag stitching and zippers to create one-of-a-kind art quilts. Then Susan Brubaker Knapp constructs a business card holder that makes a great impression. It is stenciled and free-motion stitched—handy for quilt shows, concerts, and other outings. Finally, Beryl Taylor and Pokey offer design advice to a viewer during the Save My UFO segment.

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Quilting Arts Episode 706

2011-01-14T14:57:00Z

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706 Patchwork Party

Contemporary patchwork is in, and today’s episode opens with a discussion of fabric choices between Pokey and Pippa Eccles, who also show how to create a table runner for all seasons. Next, learn a unique method for piecing from Malka Dubrawsky as she demonstrates a simple Y piecing technique that allows you to machine stitch complex triangle and hexagon configurations. Last is a visit from Leslie Tucker Jenison, who joins Pokey for a Save My UFO segment to solve design dilemmas from viewers.

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Quilting Arts Episode 705

2011-01-14T14:49:00Z

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705 DIY Fabrics for Quilting

Let your personality show by making your quilt unique. What better way to accomplish this than learning how to easily design your own signature fabrics? First, Kerr Grabowski gives a lesson on surface design, demonstrating the permanent application of pastels, charcoal, and water soluble crayons. Then Pokey shares her techniques for monoprinting with oil paint and transfer paper. Finally, Leslie Tucker Jenison returns and gives facial cloths a whole new life as a tool used in screen printing with dye.

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Quilting Arts Episode 704

2011-01-14T14:43:00Z

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704 The Quilted Home

Quilters love to decorate both their home and their apparel with textile art. The first décor stop in this episode is the kitchen as Pearl Krush creates a sweet and sassy kitchen collection with an apron, placemats, and baked potato bag—all items that are fun and functional. Then Diane Gloystein shows how to make a waterfall scarf with a very unique construction; these beautiful and airy scarves are the perfect personal embellishment. Lastly, Leslie Tucker Jenison demonstrates how to construct a hanging sleeve that will make every quilt suitable for décor or exhibits.

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Quilting Arts Episode 703

2011-01-14T14:37:00Z

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703 Totes and Bags

Time to tout your totes! First up on this episode is Candy Glendening, who shows how to create a messenger bag filled with pockets that will keep you organized, and a flap that is a beautiful piece of fabric art. Then Valori Wells demonstrates how to make a tote featuring painting on canvas, fabric collage, and stitching. Finally, Pokey and Susan Brubaker Knapp solve a design dilemma on the Save My UFO segment, where viewers send in their quilt problems for advice from the experts.

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Quilting Arts Episode 702

2011-01-14T14:27:00Z

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702 Upcycling

The motto of this show is “don’t throw it away!” This episode teaches how to upcycle scraps into stitched treasures. First, learn about the inspiration and techniques behind Victoria Gertenbach’s Work Quilt series, and find out how to use leftover scraps of shot cotton fabrics along with simple hand stitching to create her fun, decorative “Boro Bobbles.” Then Deidre Adams shares her personal approach to free-motion quilting with some thoughts on transforming commercial fabrics. Lastly, Judy Coates Perez upcycles tea bags to create imagery on fabric for mixed-media art quilts.

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Quilting Arts TV Episode 701

2011-01-14T14:09:00Z

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701 Quilt Design

This show features some of the most innovative fiber artists of today as they share their ideas for making one-of-a-kind quilts. Jean Wells is first and demonstrates how to create an elegant portrait finish for art quilts. Then Jeannie Palmer Moore achieves unique effects by painting with water-soluble crayons over a stitched design on canvas. Finally, Leslie Tucker Jenison and Jamie Fingal introduce the “Beneath the Surface” quilt exhibition, and share some tips on how to properly ship quilts.

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