I get the chance to hang out with some great machine quilters at my shop, Cranberry Quiltworks.  Last weekend I spent 3 days with award-winning quilter and author, Karen McTavish, who spent time teaching students to Custom Heirloom Quilting on... Continue Reading

 Who Influenced You to Become A Quilter?QuiltersBuzz want to know...Make A Comment And Answer This Question...Who has influenced your quilting life?  Who would you nominate to the Quilters Buzz's "Quilters Hall of Fame”, and why?  (I nominate Amy Butler and... Continue Reading

 Gregory Case took some photos of Linda McCuean’s quilt for me to share with you.  And I think this close up shot of his really shows off the quilting on this fabulous whole cloth quilt. Continue Reading

The owners of "The Cotton Shop" quilt shop say  they can not keep their punch needles in the store.  The other hot seller for them is wool, overdyed wools and assorted wool projects. Continue Reading

And for the past several years, they have invited me to come to the classroom and talk about quilts and why I love them. I do a bit of a show and tell, and they all get to handle the old and new quilts that I bring. They tell me about the book and I tell them about quilting. Continue Reading

First, Moda offered up collections in fat quarter bundles, then charm squares—a pack of 5” squares of fabrics that lets you get a “taste” of each fabric in a line—and now…Moda is introducing “Jelly Rolls” –and here is Lissa to tell us more! Continue Reading

Fall is in the air, especially in Ohio where Amy Butler is busy at her studio working on new designs and patterns—all to be presented at Fall Quilt Market in a couple of days. But here, once again, is a sneak peak of some new goodies… Continue Reading

Here is Amy Butler writing to us from her studio, with a sneak peak of her new products and an update from her Ohio workplace.. Continue Reading

Here are all of the new colors for Denyse Schmidt’s line” Free Market Fancy” for Free Spirit Fabrics…now in colors of pinks and yellows! Continue Reading

Look what is ‘fresh’ from FreeSpirit!  Donna Wilder, President of FreeSpirit Fabrics, has signed designer Heather Bailey and here is a sneak peak of her first line of fabric, “Freshcut”. Continue Reading

I thought you would like to know about some of the top selling quilting products of the summer of 2006 from one of the best and busiest quilt shops on line, “The Fat Quarter Shop”. Continue Reading

In this post about the FunQuilts partnership of Weeks Ringle and Bill Kerr we find out what is new and plans for the future. And of course, those plans include quiltmaking–with a new book in the works, designing fabric and helping others. Continue Reading

Shown here is a 9/11 Tribute quilt “stitched together with love”, made by Pam Hoard, Ellen Donnelly and Wendy Johnson. Continue Reading

The event is “like no other” according to the website of “Quilts on Main”…which is a quilt show on the Historic Main Street in St. Charles, Missouri. Continue Reading

The event is “like no other” according to the website of “Quilts on Main”…which is a quilt show on the Historic Main Street in St. Charles, Missouri. Continue Reading

The event is “like no other” according to the website of “Quilts on Main”…which is a quilt show on the Historic Main Street in St. Charles, Missouri. Continue Reading

Here is a Sneak Peak of three quilts that will be featured in the new patchwork book from Kaffe Fassett and Liza Lucy, called “Kaleidoscope of Quilts”. Continue Reading

Our quilts are simple. Almost anyone can make them, and usually very quickly. We are not about tricky piecing. We are about the joyous use of unexpected complex color stories. Continue Reading

I was curious about the “organically grown and naturally dyed” cotton fabric. And Avlyn is offering a free pattern for their quilt made with the line. Continue Reading

I first became acquainted with the ladies of the “Bella Nonna Design Studio” while attending a school house lecture series they conducted at Quilt Market last year. Continue Reading

Here is a great quilting tip from Kim at Dioramarama. Continue Reading

I joined the ranks of the “Women of Blogland” as listed in the new magazine “Quilter’s Home, For the New Generation of Quilters”. Continue Reading

I had another great discovery while checking out blogs today…I found another artist/crafter/creator/ knitter/needle artist that I love--Kristin Nicholas. Continue Reading

I am the mother of three boys and I am always looking for good “boy” fabric and patterns. I get tired of all the dinosaur and truck fabric out there! Continue Reading

Now that the kids are heading back to school… Are you looking to finally organize and clean up your “creative space”? Here is some inspiration for you…Take a look at this book, “Organizing Your Craft Space”, by Jo Packam (Less than $10 on Amazon.). Continue Reading

The Purl Bee has posted a great TRIANGLE TUTORIAL, complete clear photos and easy to understand directions. Click here to read it. Continue Reading

Here is a newly written manifesto (who was inspired by Jen at “Red Instead Blog” who's crafter’s manifesto I posted a  few days ago). This quilter's manifesto was written by reader Melinda.I like it. (Especially the last line!)    Thanks... Continue Reading

My daughter, Macy, a college student and aspiring artist, creates amazing abstract paintings that I would like to incorporate into a quilt design. I have been searching and researching contemporary quilters for inspiration and direction. Continue Reading

A manifesto for us all - crafters and artists alike.
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The art of “Crazy Quilting”-- all the fun stitches that you embroider on your quilt to embellish it –are shown in the fabulous blog of Sharon at “In a Minute Ago”—who by the way has been blogging since 2001! Continue Reading

I was so happy to get a box full of Amy Butler bolts of “Belle” fabric yesterday at our studio…I wanted to unroll it and take a nap in it. It is so fabulous. And then, I came home and found a quick note from Amy Butler in my email. So, for those not on her email list, I thought I would share: Continue Reading

I just got a email from Denyse and she is getting ready to introduce a new colorway to her line of fabric called, "Flea Market Fancy". Continue Reading

"This year was the 31 annual Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show. This event takes over the very small town of Sisters (Population 947) for the second Saturday of July every year. This year more than 1200 quilts were displayed around town. Continue Reading

Here is another “scrap buster project”. Look at these fun oven mitts made by Karen at Pink Chalk Studio. She made them by piecing fabulous scraps together, using a layer of batting and a layer of Insul-Brite. She even used her leftover quilt binding to bind the mitts. Continue Reading

Well, today "jump" started the Southern California Quilt Run for 2006. This year the run will be held over an 8-day period from July 15 to July 22 with shops being opened extended hours to accommodate all of the quilters. Continue Reading

See the quilts!
What fun!
See how different they are!
See how alike they are!
Made with the same pattern called “Oh, Olivia”
Fun! Fun! Fun! Continue Reading

For a good time, a chance to meet some other quilters in your town or surrounding area and to be exposed to new quilting ideas, techniques and good deals…join your local quilt guild! Continue Reading

Here are some of the great thing Sarah and Kathy, of Material Obsession, found while attending, vending and spending at Sydney’s biggest Craft and Quilt Show… Continue Reading

There is a new magazine in town… Quilter’s Home. And the premiere issue is on newsstands now. This is not your typical quilting magazine…it is different… Continue Reading

Susan from Tutto Bags called me the yesterday to tell me that she is developing a new rolling bag just for you crafty girls who not only own a sewing machine but also have an embroidery sewing machine. They currently have totes that fit most sewing machines and even serger machines, if you are lucky enough to have one of those! Continue Reading

Janet at Quilting@About.com has some great info on how to change the look of a quilt block just by altering its color value… Continue Reading

I discovered some new quilt patterns that I think speaks to you “modern quilters” or to the seasoned quilter, looking for a refreshing change Continue Reading

A cool gadget I picked up while at Quilt Market, was a Cutting Mat Cleaner. This little rubbery thingy prolongs the life of your cutting mat by removing lint and fibers from batting, flannel, fleece and other soft materials. Continue Reading

If you are looking for something fresh and whimsical, Amy Bradley has the quilt patterns for you. Amy of Amy Bradley Designs has two new books out one called “Peek-A-Boo” and the other “Quilter’s Yearbook”. Continue Reading

Debbie Wiesner from “Out on a Limb ” showcased some great patterns using wool in her primitive type designs for quilts, wearables, and punchneedle. Continue Reading

"I also think that what appliqué lacks in speed it more than makes up for in portability." Continue Reading

I found a new friend in Barbara Jones of QuiltSoup. She is the maker and designer  of "hip  and fun" quilt patterns that have great appeal for the young quilter and for the seasoned veteran. Continue Reading

Wool it seems was the "name of the game" at Quilt Market...and there was a lot of it... wool embellishing, wool samplers, wool home décor items, wool thread, wool needle punch, wool yarn, wool rug hooking, wool roving and hand-dyed over-dyed wool and even more wool. Continue Reading

I met with Janet from “BlockButler” while at quilt market and she showed me a great product—a unique design wall system called the BlockButler. It is sticky material that sticks to your wall—no pins or fasteners needed to hold it in place—and your fabric sticks to the front side and allows you to design a way! Continue Reading

Some great thing happened while on the road in Minneapolis…at Quilt Market! Continue Reading

I was a particularly impressed with “new mom” Valori Wells who designs for FreeSprit Fabrics. Valori is a second generation quilter, her Mom Jean Wells, is a quilter, and designer and owner of “The Stitchin Post” quilt shop. Continue Reading

I am in Minneapolis, MN to attend the “world's only trade show for the quilting industry” also known as “International Quilt Market”. Continue Reading

Denyse holds workshops where you will have this hands-on opportunity to spend an afternoon learning her intuitive design techniques, while building a foundation for bringing your individual style to quilts or projects from her book, or your own creations. Lots of fun! Continue Reading

We are fortunate to have more inspirational Denyse Schmidt products coming our way ....and even the inspirational Denyse Schmidt herself in person... Denyse is the guest writer today. Continue Reading

Here is our chance to hear from Denyse about what's new at the DSQ (Denyse Schmidt Quilts) studio, her  fabric line, Flea Market Fancy, and other new projects and products.. Continue Reading

Fat Quarter Shop owner, Kimberly Jolly is guest blogging for QuiltersBuzz today in part two of her post about owning and operating an online quilt shop.

With some insights into shopping for a quilt shop, here is Kimberly: Continue Reading

I started out just focusing on fat quarters and fat quarter patterns! We then began carrying yardage in most fabric lines so customers can get coordinating fabrics for borders, binding and backing as well. That led to carrying a large assortment of kits that we try to keep fresh, original and unique Continue Reading

Shop owners, quilt product vendors, pattern makers, fabric companies, and notion makers are all getting ready for the “World’s Only Trade Show of the Quilting Industry”—otherwise known as International Quilt Market! Continue Reading

At one of my local quilt shops, Material Possessions in Lake Forest, CA; they posted some interesting facts about Fat Quarters. Continue Reading

Knowing standard mattress sizes will help you design and make a quilt that fits a bed just right. Continue Reading

Ok, Quilter Girls…here is more on that modern quilt guy, Kevin. He allowed us to quilt his very first quilt… Continue Reading

Amy Butler is the guest writer on Quilter's Buzz today--and for the next few days.

How fun is that!  Amy is introducing her line line of fabric called "Belle" in a "sneak peak" just for us! Continue Reading

The first ever national “Quilt Pink Day” is coming…on September 30 of this year. Continue Reading

“Some quilting cottons bleed--lose their dyes when washed--especially fabrics with vivid colors like red and purple. The dyes can stain other fabrics in your washload or patches in a finished quilt. Perform this easy bleed test on any cotton fabrics you suspect might bleed.” Continue Reading

I was impressed with the quilting goals set by Patti of “Quilting is My Passion. Continue Reading

Just a bit of news…I heard from a fabric representative that Robyn Pandolph is switching over to FreeSpirit Fabrics. Robyn used to design for Moda Fabrics, then South Seas Imports, soon we will be seeing her lines being distributed by FreeSpirit. Continue Reading

“The Quilter’s FabriCalc was developed primarily for the “traditional” or “patchwork” quilter”, Continue Reading

Read more about the Gee’s Bend quilt exhibit at Atlanta’s High Museum by “The Enlightened Hillbilly”. He attended the preview of the show and met some of the amazing women of Gee’s Bend Alabama who created these treasures. Continue Reading

The High Museum of Art in Atlanta, GA, beginning tomorrow, Friday March 25 and going until June 18 will feature the quilts of Gee’s Bend. Continue Reading

There is a new host at About.com’s Quilting website. Her name is Janet Wickell. She began quilting during the quilt revival of the 1970's and it didn't take long for her to become hooked on the craft. Continue Reading

The US Postal service is issuing a group of stamps featuring ten quilts created by the African-American quilitng women of Gee’s Bend Alabama.  Continue Reading