‘American Quilter’s Society’ Archives
Calling All Teachers!
Now is the time to submit your applications to teach at the AQS Quilt Shows for 2013. The dates for 2013 are: Lancaster, PA: March 13 – 16 Paducah, KY: April 24 – 27 Grand Rapids, MI: August 14 – 17 Des Moines, IA: October 2 – 5 CLICK HERE to [Read More]
Congratulations Sally Terry – HMQS Teacher of the Year!
We’re so glad Sally is part of the American Quilter’s Society! You can benefit from Sally’s teaching experience via any of the books she’s published with AQS: Pathways to Better Quilting: 5 Shapes for Machine Quilt Patterns (#6509) Hooked on Feathers [Read More]
Free- Log Cabin Library Pattern by Karen Griska
This Log Cabin-style selvage quilt from Karen Griska features the classic red center squares representing the cabin’s hearth. The selvages are arranged like bookshelves surrounding the hearth. When the blocks are assembled they create a delightful woven appearance. [Read More]
Guide to Machine Quilting by Diane Gaudynski
Award-winning tips and techniques perfect for every skill level of machine quilters. This guide to machine quilting by Diane Gaudynski features: A machine quilting overview: start off right with easy to follow directions and helpful step-by-step photos. Walking foot [Read More]
Diane Gaudynski’s Quilt of the Week – Video
Diane Gaudynski’s beautiful Quilt of the Week has a very serious theme. It is named “Through a Glass Darkly, An American Memory.” The quilt started as a study in the subtle variations of deep colors. After September 11, Diane changed the color palette [Read More]
An Afternoon of Fashion & Tea in Grand Rapids
Are you attending the Grand Rapids AQS Quilt Show and Contest August 22-25, 2012? Then you will want to take a stroll back in time and join us for “An Afternoon of Fashion & Tea” at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Come see a close-up view of authentic [Read More]
Log Cabin Quilts – A Short History
Log Cabin Library Block by Karen Griska The Log Cabin quilt pattern is one of the most beloved and recognized of quilt designs. However, it may be both older and newer than you might think. While it’s natural to assume that this traditional block originated in the [Read More]
New – 25 Blues Fabric Collection
Blue is one of the favorite colors of both men and women. It is considered a cool and calming color, making it a perfect choice for bedrooms and quilts. Our new collection of 25 blue fabrics is just what quiltmakers need to add to their fabric stashes. You’ll get 25 [Read More]
It’s Time to Enter the Des Moines Quilt Contest
Have your friends been telling you that you should enter your quilt(s) in some contests. Here is your last chance this year to enter an AQS Quilt Contest. More than $44,000 in cash awards will be given in this year’s quilt contest. The Best of Show winner will receive [Read More]
Susan Stewart – 2012 Bernina of America Machine Workmanship Award Winner
Watch Bonnie Browning interview Susan Stewart, the winner of the 2012 Bernina of America Machine Workmanship Award at the Paducah Quilt Show and Contest. Susan’s amazing quilt started out as a Lone Star. See how she used embroidery and directional fabrics to make an [Read More]
