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What characteristics make a minimalist quilt minimal? Nicole Neblett, an Individual MQG member, answers this with her five key components that make a modern minimalist quilt. Nicole also walks through her tips for you on how to approach…
What is negative space and how is it used in modern quilting? Augusto García, an Individual MQG member, starts by defining how positive space and negative space are effectively utilized in cinematography and photography. Augusto explains how negative…
Why should you label your quilts? Amy Milne, the Quilt Alliance Executive Director, explains why quilt documentation is important and provides suggestions for what to put on a quilt label. Amy also shares 13 ways to label a…
Appliqué has a rich history in traditional quilting, so how do quilters utilize this technique in modern quilting? Ginny Robinson, an individual MQG member, shares the characteristics of modern appliqué and why a modern quilter might choose this technique. Ginny…
How do you price quilts? What factors do you take into consideration when pricing a quilt? Is there a formula? Do you truly take into account all hours put into the project? We asked members a variety of…
How do quilters apply traditional quilting elements to their modern quilts? Holly Clarke, a Winnipeg MQG member, explores traditional and modern quilt aesthetics and how the two are used together to create interesting modern traditional quilts. Holly includes…
Andrea Tsang Jackson, a Maritime MQG member and creator of the popular #PartyInTheQuiltBack tag on Instagram, shares 7 Quilt Back Tips to Inspire You. From how to use your favorite large-scale prints to how to utilize quilt top scraps, Andrea’s…
Have you ever wondered how to approach a minimalist design? Carson Converse, a member of the Northampton MQG, shares a broad look at Minimalism vs. minimalism in art, and then dives into minimalism in quilting. Carson shares her thought process…
Choosing a category to enter your QuiltCon quilts can be one of the more challenging tasks when it comes to entering the quilt show. Amanda Bernay, Director of Partnerships, sits down with Robert Bosscher, Caroline Hadley, and Irene Roderick to…
Improvisational piecing is commonly recognized in the modern quilting movement. The same improvisational mindset can be applied to quilting as well. Clara Stoikow, an individual member of the MQG, shares her approach for quilting improvisationally.
What is maximalism? Have we seen it before in arts, culture, and quilting? We sure have – Irene Roderick, a member of the Austin MQG, shows us different styles and influences throughout history, unlocks the ultimate maximalist source…
What is color theory? What is a color wheel? What is human color perception? In this on-demand video, Erika, a Chicago MQG member, takes a look at color systems throughout history, has participants take part in a color…
