International Quilt Festival: Quilt Scene

Houston, Chicago or LA

ElenaRadock — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:05:16 GMT

Hello,

I am interested in saving and going to a big international show next year. Does anyone know which of these three shows is the better show for the year. I hear a lot about both Chicago and the Houston show, however I really do not know if my money would better spent on one or the other.

I would love to hear your thoughts and your experiences at the shows. -E

IQA Quilt Scene Magazine

Belinda Spiwak — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:00:42 GMT

I have my hot little hands on a copy. I did a review on my blog.

http://alteredbelly.blogspot.com/2009/10/quilt-festival-quilt-scene.html

It is a fantastic magazine. If you have not gotten your copy, you really need to go and get a copy. I am not saying that just because I have an article in there. I looked at my local bookstore and it is not there yet. It is is available here:

http://shop.quiltingdaily.com/Quilting/Magazines/International-Quilt-Fest-Quilt-Scene.html

BTW, if anyone has it, look on the back cover for me and tell me how to make the fabric balls. They don't look like they are in strips. I have fabric balls on the brain. I already have the styrofoam balls all ready to go!!!

There's also some great bonuses to the magazine: http://quiltingdaily.com/media/g/quiltscene/default.aspx

Pssst! Don't pay any attn to the stars by my download. I deserve more stars than that! 8-D

If you have not had the opportunity to get to an International Quilt Festival, I hope that you will get to be able to get one soon. They are fantastic! I have been able to go to the one in Chicago for the past 3 years. As I said in my blog, you do not have to be a traditional quilter to enjoy yourself there. I do mostly art quilting and mixed media art and I have a blast every year that I go. I do end up with tired feet though. There is so much to see and do. Vendors offer so much more than fabric and fat quarters for quilters. If you are in the market for a new machine, this is the place to go for a good deal. Quilt Scene magazine has many more tips on going to Quilt Fest.

Off for my coffee, Have an artful day.

Survey for Quilt Scene has been posted!

Pokey — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:41:31 GMT

Have you read Quilt Scene yet? We would love to know your thoughts on this special publication, so if you want to add your two cents, please click the link below and take our survey.

Thank you!

Take the Quilt Scene Survey

WOW, Something New for IQA

CaroleD@2 — Mon, 04 May 2009 23:28:50 GMT

Best of luck launching this planned IQ Festival mag. What a great idea now that the show has expanded way beyond the "Granddaddy of Them All" -- Houston. I've been lucky to go to Houston and Chicago once each and I will always remember each day of those events. Success to the editors and every person involved!

QUILT SCENE: Wanted! Your favorite quilt/sewing/fabric store

Pokey — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 19:08:02 GMT

I'm planning some editorial for INTERNATIONAL QUILT FESTIVAL: QUILT SCENE and would like to know about your favorite fabric store, which can be anywhere in the world. Do they have fabulous classes? A fun and inviting atmosphere? A super friendly manager who gives you a great big, toothy smile when you walk through the door?

I have about five that we are highlighting because they do smart marketing, have inviting, unique retail, feature fresh displays, and go the extra distance in reaching the needs of their customer base.

Please either email me or post the name of the store with a website, and tell me why you like them.

Thanks!