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In this short article, I aim to introduce the reader to an exquisite form of embroidery known as ‘Phulkari’ which originates from pre-Partitioned Punjab, India. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th century, these textiles were primarily created domestically by women…
Acrylic templates, pre-cut papers, glue basting, and fussy cutting are all staples of the modern English Paper Piecer’s sewing compendium. It’s fair to say we take all of these modern tools…
When it comes to keeping your sewing space in order, everyone will have their preferences. Some makers can thrive in a tidy workspace but for others, the opposite will be true. Regardless of this, having some degree of order to…
In this Textile Talk webinar, the Modern Quilt Guild will present images of past winners in various categories from previous QuiltCon shows. Join Amanda Hines Bernay, the MQG’s Director of Partnerships, and Colleen Molen, the MQG’s Exhibits Coordinator, as they…
Big stitch hand binding is wildly popular these days and for good reason! It adds a unique finishing touch and modern aesthetic to your quilts. In this webinar, Eliane will cover the supplies needed for big stitch hand binding, the…
Chawne Kimber’s interview with Program Director Davana Robedee from the Schweinfurth Art Center. Visit Chawne’s website Complete Cauchy to see more of her work.
Gather up those scraps, print out the PDF pattern down below, and sew along with Sarah Bond in this fun, project based webinar, perfect for your piles of towering scraps, or new fabrics you can’t wait to cut into.
Make use of all those tiny bits about your sewing table, in some creative exercises inspired by Kristen Axtman, Heidi Parkes, and Alison Glass. Rather than throwing away tiny remnants from other projects, have fun with them and put them…
Join Alissa Haight Carlton, the founding director of the Modern Quilt Guild, and Karen Cooper, the new executive director in a conversation about the past, present, and future of the modern quilting movement moderated by current board president Heather Kinion.
This webinar will begin with some hand stretches and build into a flow where students will learn to strengthen their hands. This combination of stretching and strengthening is key for maintaining hand health for those who spend many hour hand…
In this webinar, Maritza will share exercises using basic improv techniques to produce exciting results that offer a myriad of design possibilities.
For this Then and Now Feature, we spotlight Seattle MQG Founder, Katie Pedersen. This modern quilting teacher shares her love for the craft and how its graphic aesthetic initially grabbed her interest. How/why did you become a modern quilter? I…
