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Where Have I Seen That Quilt Before?

Where Have I Seen That Quilt Before?

Posted by Bill Volckening on Jan 17th 2019

Author and quilt collector Bill Volckening is doing a series of blog posts called “Where have I seen that quilt before?” highlighting the most recognizable quilts in his collection. Some of these qu … read more
Inspired Free-Motion Quilting Blog Tour Kickoff!

Inspired Free-Motion Quilting Blog Tour Kickoff!

Posted by Amanda Leins on Jan 7th 2019

Welcome quilting enthusiasts! I'm Amanda Leins, and I'm a longarm and domestic machine quilter, a pattern designer, and a teacher. I am delighted to share Inspired Free-Motion Quilting with you, a … read more
Free-Motion Quilting Inspired by Antique Designs

Free-Motion Quilting Inspired by Antique Designs

Posted by Deirdre Quirk on Jul 2nd 2018

Excerpt from Inspired Free-Motion Quilting: 90 Antique Designs Reinterpreted for Today’s Quilter by Bill Volckening and Amanda Leins.IntroductionWhat do you get when you team an award-winnin … read more
Wanderlust Quilts Book Trailer (+ Tip!)

Wanderlust Quilts Book Trailer (+ Tip!)

Posted by Deirdre Quirk on Oct 6th 2016

Learn about the inspiration and techniques for some of Amanda Leins' eye-candy quilts based on classic art and architecture in the video below. Plus, get a handy tip for cutting long straight lin … read more
New August 2015 releases!

New August 2015 releases!

Posted by Deirdre Quirk on Aug 3rd 2015

8 dynamic quilts from 1 easy-to-sew block Amazingly Simple Triangle Stars by Barbara H. Cline Turn a single block into eight distinctive quilts—the magic is in the fabric! Best-selling au … read more