Casagrande: A Quilt About the Colors and Spirit of Brazil
“Casagrande” by Carolina Oneto captures the lush colors and nature of São Paulo through improvisational design, contrast, and emotion in fabric.
The Benefits of Working in Series as a Quilter (and Artist)
working in series can expand your creativity, improve your skills, and strengthen your artistic voice. Along the way, we’ll connect examples from art history and quilting, showing why this method is powerful for makers at any level.
Textile art, fine art, and the shifting line between them
Today major museums, curators, collectors, and artists are reframing textile practices as central to modern and contemporary art, not peripheral.
Modern Quilters Showcase 62
A new Modern Quilters showcase where I present you Shelby Marie Skumanich, Amanda Loewen and RachaelDaisy Dodd
Enjoy their stories and amazing art.
Explore the Rich World of Quilt and Textile Museums Across North America
Across North America, quilt and textile museums open their doors to curious minds eager to explore the artistry and history woven into each stitch
Quilting as Political Expression: How Fabric Can Drive Social Change
This unique art form allows quilters to stitch together narratives that reflect the pressing social issues of our time. By transforming fabric into a canvas for activism, quilts can speak volumes about community sentiments and inspire change
Why Quilt Labeling Matters: Preserving Your Quilt's Story and Heritage
Think of quilt labels as the storytellers of your fabric creations, capturing the who, what, and why behind each piece.
Modern Quilters Showcase 61
A new Modern Quilters showcase where I present you Michael Stevenson, Delaney Conner, Jamia Weir and Nika.
Enjoy their stories and amazing art.
The power of yellow in quilting
Known for its uplifting and cheerful qualities, yellow in quilt design isn’t just visually striking; it carries profound psychological and cultural meanings