Must see, thought-provoking, inspiring and all new "The Quilters' Community" brought to you by editors of Quilters Newsletter magazine. Meet accomplished quilters, view amazing quilts, learn quilting techniques, visit quilt shows and shops, hear quilters' stories, see the best quilting products and more. And it's FREE - the world of quilting brought directly to you through this exciting and engaging online TV. Plus a special series with Patrick Lose!
Current Episode
Fabric Cutting Made Easy with QuiltCut2
The QuiltCut2 makes it easier to precision cut fabrics. Watch as Sam Albright quickly and accurately cuts strips, squares and triangles.
Past Episodes
Aired on Friday, May 10, 2013
Our second special series with Patrick Lose kicks off with a chat and trunk show with Patrick’s good friend Kay Capps Cross.
Behind the Scenes at Quilters Newsletter
Aired on Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Take a tour of the Quilters Newsletter offices and video studio and meet the editorial and art staff. Also learn about the magazine publishing process and catch a glimpse of some fabulous quilts along the way.
Quilt Block Applications with Brother
Aired on Friday, Apr 26, 2013
What can you make with all those quilt block patterns you’ve tested over the years? Learn how the flying geese pattern is applied to quilted placemats using machine quilting techniques and specialty stitches. Also, see how the learning blocks were used to make a Kindle cover, mug rug and iPad cover.
Aired on Friday, Apr 19, 2013
The Quilt Alliance, formerly the Alliance for American Quilts, documents, preserves, and shares American quilt heritage by collecting the rich stories that historic and contemporary quilts, and their makers, tell about the nation's diverse peoples and their communities. Learn more about the organization and its programs.
Aired on Friday, Apr 12, 2013
Piecing is so much more fun when everything fits together. For beginners who wish to start out on the right foot or experienced quilters ready to tackle more challenging designs, learning good habits from fabric prep to pressing will increase precision and happiness.
Meet Award-Winning Quilter Sherri Bain Driver
Aired on Friday, Apr 05, 2013
In 1987 she took a quilting class to meet people and she was immediately hooked on quilting. Since then she’s written books, become a certified quilt judge, taught quilt classes and presented programs to thousands of quilters. She’s also associate editor of McCall’s Quilting and McCall’s Quick Quilts.
Aired on Friday, Mar 29, 2013
Kimmy Brunner, an ambassador for Handi Quilter, shows that using templates is a great way to create the “bones” needed for good quilt design. When combined with freehand work, templates can smooth away the “wobbles” and enable you to create a crisp, professional finish to your quilt.
Applique on the Go with Jan Vaine
Aired on Friday, Mar 22, 2013
Perfect placement applique is an easy, quick and extremely portable method for preparing fabrics for needleturn applique. With a few simple tools, you’ll have your applique prepared and ready to go whenever you have a few minutes to pick up your needle and thread to stitch.
Meet Award-Winning Quilter Kimmy Brunner
Aired on Friday, Mar 15, 2013
Kimmy Brunner is a two-time machine quilting teacher of the year whose work has been published in numerous books, magazines and calendars. She’s also a teacher and producer of instructional DVDs for midarm and longarm quilters, digitized patterns for computerized quilters and quilting aids and tools. Kimmy is also an ambassador for Handi Quilter.
Twist, Stitch and Quilt with Brother’s VQ3000
Aired on Friday, Mar 08, 2013
Have fun making crazy quilt blocks for fast-and-easy placemats using a Twisted Sisters quilt template. Also learn how to use the laser guide light and Pen Pal sensor pen on a Brother VQ3000 to confidently sew blocks together and add decorative stitches to embellish seams.
Staggered Bargello with Pintail Duck Applique
Aired on Friday, Mar 01, 2013
Sulky of America national director of education Ellen Osten shares tips for staggered bargello, including fearless piecing, free-motion quilting, meandering, stipple quilting, three-strip fail-proof piecing and pillow-case turn.
Leading the Way, Part 3: Quilt Industry Leaders Karey Bresenhan and Nancy O’Bryant Puentes
Aired on Friday, Feb 22, 2013
These cousins and fifth-generation quilters are the driving forces behind International Quilt Festival and Market, as well as the International Quilt Association and the Texas Quilt Museum. We chatted with them about their quilting families and their role in shaping the face of today’s quilt industry.
Leading the Way, Part 2: Quilt Industry Leaders Karey Bresenhan and Nancy O’Bryant Puentes
Aired on Friday, Feb 15, 2013
These cousins and fifth-generation quilters are the driving forces behind International Quilt Festival and Market, as well as the International Quilt Association and the Texas Quilt Museum. We chatted with them about their quilting families and their role in shaping the face of today’s quilt industry.
Leading the Way, Part 1: Quilt Industry Leaders Karey Bresenhan and Nancy O’Bryant Puentes
Aired on Friday, Feb 08, 2013
These cousins and fifth-generation quilters are the driving forces behind International Quilt Festival and Market, as well as the International Quilt Association and the Texas Quilt Museum. We chatted with them about their quilting families and their role in shaping the face of today’s quilt industry.
In the Heart of the Woods - A Woodland Landscape
Aired on Thursday, Jan 31, 2013
Learn tips for the techniques used in this woodland landscape wall hanging, including raw-edge foundation piecing, raw-edge appliqué, fussy cutting, auditioning fabrics, free-motion stitching, fused appliqué and quilting, all presented by Sulky of America national director of education Ellen Osten.
Linda Beach: Commissioned Art Quilter
Aired on Thursday, Jan 24, 2013
This fiber artist has several commissioned quilts on display in various places, including hospitals and schools. Learn how Linda Beach approaches the business of commissioned artwork.
Bias Binding with Patrick Lose
Aired on Friday, Jan 18, 2013
We’ve learned his binding technique, now Patrick Lose shares his bias binding technique.
Patchwork Quilts with Pepper Cory
Aired on Thursday, Jan 10, 2013
Pepper Cory is a quilting expert and loves the history and stories behind quilts. Watch and listen as she talks about patchwork quilts.
Aired on Thursday, Jan 03, 2013
Patrick lose has his favorite way to bind a quilt. Learn how he does it.
TNT – Threads, Needles, Tension with Handi Quilter
Aired on Friday, Dec 28, 2012
Proper tension adjustment on your quilting machine is critical for beautiful quilting stitches. In order to accomplish that, several variables must be considered, including needle size and thread. Handi Quilter studio educator Cheryl Duncan explains.
Satin Stitching with Patrick Lose
Aired on Friday, Dec 21, 2012
Quilting favorite Patrick Lose shares his satin stitching technique.
Aired on Thursday, Dec 13, 2012
This prolific quilter also designed Machingers™ Quilting Gloves, a favorite among quilters. She’s also a Handi Quilter ambassador. Learn about her quilting life and the thought process behind the gloves.
Fusible Applique with Patrick Lose
Aired on Thursday, Dec 06, 2012
Learn Patrick’s favorite fusible applique technique.
Auditioning Quilting Threads with ZJ Humbach
Aired on Thursday, Nov 29, 2012
What may seem like the obvious thread choice for quilting your quilt may not be the best choice. Learn tips for comparing quilting threads with your quilt fabrics to create the best look for your quilt.
Aired on Thursday, Nov 22, 2012
What doesn’t he do? Patrick Lose is quite prolific in his quilting life and includes fabric designer among his many talents. Learn about his process in designing for Robert Kaufman Fabrics.
Free-motion Quilting with Handi Quilter
Aired on Friday, Nov 16, 2012
Do you lack confidence in your free-motion quilting? Learn tips to help you overcome your hesitation and motivate you to tackle the next quilt project!
Aired on Thursday, Nov 08, 2012
Patrick Lose loves to have fun and that’s evident in his Party with Patrick program that includes monthly projects and recipes, and even a Caribbean cruise!
Stupendous Stitching with Carol Ann Waugh
Aired on Thursday, Nov 01, 2012
Learn to apply this decorative stitching technique to create a unique, modern quilting effect.
Aired on Thursday, Oct 25, 2012
Patrick Lose wears many quilting hats and magazine editor is one of them. As editor of Quilting Celebrations, he designs all the projects in each issue and works very closely with the Love of Quilting staff to create a fabulous magazine. Take a look at some of what you’ll find in recent issues.
Joan Musick: Storybooks & Quilts
Aired on Thursday, Oct 18, 2012
Joan Musick designs quilts that tell the story of her children's books. Learn the stories behind the design and creation of two of her fun quilts.
Aired on Thursday, Oct 11, 2012
From artist to costume maker, actor, custom clothier and doll maker, Patrick Lose’s creative experiences have led him to a varied and successful career in quilting as a fabric designer, quilt designer, teacher, magazine editor and more.
What's on Top? Surface Stitching vs. Quilting
Aired on Thursday, Oct 04, 2012
What’s the difference between surface stitching and quilting? Watch as expert quilter and Handi Quilter ambassador Suzanne Michelle Hyland shows you the various effects, and learn additional surface quilting steps that many quilters aren’t accustomed to.
Patrick Lose: Getting Started in Quilting
Aired on Thursday, Sep 27, 2012
It all started with Midlife Muffy, a doll Patrick Lose created in 1993. Dolls happened to be huge in the quilting world then. And that’s where it all began.
Aired on Friday, Sep 21, 2012
Who doesn’t love a quilt show? There’s so much to see, do and buy! Come along as we take you on a tour of the Original Sewing & Quilt Expo in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Aired on Friday, Sep 14, 2012
In the third of this special 12-part series, Patrick Lose tells of his life in the theater as a costume designer.
Aired on Monday, Sep 03, 2012
Longarm quilting challenges presented by this quilt were resolved by longarm quilter ZJ Humbach, resulting in a beautiful Christmas quilt.
Aired on Monday, Aug 27, 2012
Learn how Patrick Lose became interested in art as a young child, thus beginning his journey along a creative path that led to quilting.
Aired on Monday, Aug 20, 2012
Ever wonder what that quilt you made 15 years ago would look like made with today’s fabrics? Quilter ZJ Humbach used modern fabrics to remake a quilted Christmas pillow she made nearly 15 years ago. The difference is refreshing!
Aired on Monday, Aug 13, 2012
You may know Patrick Lose from the quilting world, but there’s so much more to his rich and varied life.
Aired on Thursday, Aug 09, 2012
Diane Gloystein, national Sulky educator, provides a tutorial on types of threads and their best uses.
People and Their Quilt Stories
Aired on Thursday, Aug 02, 2012
Quilters Newsletter has teamed up with The Quilt Alliance to record people's quilt stories. These short video clips feature the fascinating, sometimes emotional, stories behind quilts that people made, own or are part of a collection.
Fun With Robert Kaufman Fabric
Aired on Thursday, Jul 26, 2012
Stash’s book features quilts made with Kona Cotton Solids from Robert Kaufman – and meet one of the designers!
TruStitch Highlights with Handi Quilter
Aired on Thursday, Jul 19, 2012
At the 2012 International Spring Quilt Market in Kansas City, Handi Quilter national educator Debby Brown demonstrates features of TruStitch, Handi Quilter’s exclusive stitch regulation for the HQ Sweet Sixteen sit-down longarm quilting machine. TruStitch measures movement for choreographed stitch regulation.
Carol Ann Waugh: From Traditional Quilts to Art Quilts
Aired on Wednesday, Jul 11, 2012
Carol Waugh started quilting as a traditional quilter then she quit to devote time to writing quilting books. More than 30 years later she returned to quilting, this time as an art quilter, then she became a full-time fiber artist.
Linda Beach: Quilt Artist in Residence
Aired on Thursday, Jul 05, 2012
This quilter gets her quilting inspiration for her art quilts from nature.
Upcoming Episodes
Featured Guests
- Carol Ann Waugh
- Colleen Molen
- Darlene Zimmerman
- Debby Brown
- Diane Gloystein
- Elizabeth Hartman
- Ellen Osten
- Jan Vaine
- Joan Musick
- Jodie Davis
- Joli Hines Sayasane
- June Mellinger
- Karey Bresenhan
- Kimmy Brunner
- Kyle Sanchez
- Linda Beach
- Lori Baker
- Mary Kate Karr-Petras
- Nancy O’Bryant Puentes
- Patrick Lose
- Sherri Bain Driver
- Susan Cleveland
- ZJ Humbach
Make a Patriotic Placemat, part 1
Scheduled to air on Friday, May 24, 2013
In the first of three parts, Patrick Lose shows special guest Kay Capps Cross the beginning steps in making Patriotic Placemat. Techniques include cutting and piecing strips, fusible appliqué and satin stitch.
Scheduled to air on Friday, May 31, 2013
Embroidery has evolved over the years and today one can choose hand or machine, and for years, Sue Hausmann focused on machine embroidery.
Make a Patriotic Placemat, part 2
Scheduled to air on Friday, Jun 07, 2013
In the second segment, Patrick Lose shows Kay Capps Cross how he uses a template to cut a circle and how he quilts the placemat by stitching in the ditch.
Meet Longarm Quilter Harriett Carpanini
Scheduled to air on Friday, Jun 14, 2013
Having been a stay at home mom, Harriett Carpanini had many opportunities to try different crafts. Discovering a hidden passion for quilting, she has combined the love of creating, piecing and finishing quilts along with the opportunity to share and teach others at local quilt shops.
Make a Patriotic Placemat, part 3
Scheduled to air on Friday, Jun 21, 2013
Patrick Lose finishes the project and shows a hand stitching technique with perle cotton and a decorative running stitch. He also shows how to quickly calculate the amount of continuous binding needed and how to make bias binding. Kay Capps Cross is the special guest.
Applique on a Longarm Quilting Machine
Scheduled to air on Friday, Jun 28, 2013
Harriett Carpanini enjoys appliqueing on her Handi Quilter Avante longarm quilting machine. Watch as she layers netting over her cut-out shapes then stitches over them.
Scheduled to air on Friday, Jul 05, 2013
Special guest Kay Capps Cross shows host Patrick Lose the beginning steps in making Pass the Pimiento, Please!, which follows the same quilt pattern as Rusty Summer, but with different colors.
Scheduled to air on Friday, Jul 12, 2013
June Mellinger wasn't totally satisfied with the placemats she made on a previous episode of Quilters Newsletter TV: The Quilters' Community, so she decided to dress them up with decorative stitches and folded fabric flowers.
Scheduled to air on Friday, Jul 26, 2013
Judy Martin is a quilt designer, quiltmaker and author of 21 books. She was also once a member of the Quilters Newsletter editorial team. She's best known for her scrap quilts, log cabin quilts and pieced borders and her designs are rooted in traditional patterns.
Tips for Successful Log Cabin Quilts
Scheduled to air on Friday, Aug 09, 2013
Judy Martin shows how she selects fabric then sorts them into values to help her decide which ones to use. And a peephole helps, too! Watch and see what we mean.
Scheduled to air on Friday, Aug 23, 2013
Now that you've learned the basics of cutting fabric with the QuiltCut2 (May 17, 2013), learn to cut strips from large pieces of fabric and to cut diamonds and to strip piece.
Scheduled to air on Friday, Sep 06, 2013
We often think quilting came from pioneer America, but Sue Hausmann says it actually began long before America was discovered. Immigrants from all over the world came to America and brought their skills and quilting befan to evolve and continues to do so.
Using Threads to Create Depth in Free-motion Quilting
Scheduled to air on Friday, Sep 20, 2013
Using different weights and colors of thread can add dimension to your free-motion quilting. Paula Reid uses a freehand feather quilting design to demonstrate how.
Scheduled to air on Wednesday, Oct 09, 2013
Scheduled to air on Friday, Oct 18, 2013
Whether its hand-sewn or machine embellishment, embellishing has certainly evolved over the years. Sue Hausmann demonstrates crazy patch embroidery by hand using Sulky threads and Sticky Fabri-Solvy. She also talks about machine stitching with various Sulky threads.
Scheduled to air on Friday, Oct 25, 2013
Editors from sister publications Quilters Newsletter, McCall’s Quilting and Quiltmaker talk about their submission policies and procedures for researching and securing content.
Adding Flair to Your Amish Quilt
Scheduled to air on Friday, Nov 01, 2013
June Mellinger of Brother International shows how machine embroidery and prairie points dress up an Amish quilt.
Scheduled to air on Friday, Nov 08, 2013
Quilters Newsletter creative editor Lori Baker quilts and sews a lot! If it takes her longer than three weeks to make a quilt she thinks it took a long time. Learn her speed sewing secrets.
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