Episode 061 Canadian Quilt Talk - Block of the Month

Join Brandy this week as she explores the fun of a Block of the Month. 

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Tuesday Preview - CQT Episode # 61

This week's preview is short and sweet with a mobile post from my phone. (I still think it's so cool that I can do this.)

I was inspired this week to write the podcast when I found a lovely little bin of 12 fabric-filled baggies, each with their own set of instructions. They have been buried in the back of a cupboard, tucked away for years. We've only been living here for 3 years, but I'm sure I haven't noticed these fabrics for over 5 years. 

Oh, the suspense you say? Well, they are a block of the month purchased for me one month at a time by my mom-in-law. 

CQT Episode # 61 - Block of the Month

It was a great gift idea on her part and I was very excited each month to receive the new package, but I never actually felt I had the time to even open them up. I also felt like I couldn't make the July block before I'd made all the earlier months so I tucked it away and as time passed, I completely forgot it was there. 

Yes, you may notice that there are two Februaries in the photo. They are different fabrics so it must be my labelling mistake and one is March because March is missing. 

So this week I'll explore with you just what is a Block of the Month or as quilters affectionately call it a BOM!

I'm not at my computer right now so I can't choose a winner for the weekly Quilter's Corner, but I'll have one picked by Thursday to announce on the show. Good luck everyone! And if you have a story to share, send it to info@explorefibre.com

So join me this week for the my take on Block of the Month. What is it? How do they work? And how to organize one yourself or find a great one online.  

Cheers! 

Brandy Lynn

Episode 060 Canadian Quilt Talk - Pins Galore

Join Brandy Lynn this week to get the the "point" of choosing the right pins for your project. Whether it's sandwiching a quilt or pinning swatches to your design wall, you'll have the info you need to get rid of the junk and outfit yourself with the right pins for the job. 

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TUESDAY PREVIEW - CQT Episode # 60

Happy Tuesday Everyone!

This week's podcast tackles the topic of pins. You'll get the skinny on which pins to use and which pins to lose, and even a few tricks on how pins can make your quilting life easier. 

Tune in as we celebrate our 60th Episode with PINS GALORE on Canadian Quilt Talk. 

CQT Episode # 60 - PINS GALORE! 

And now for the winner of this week's Quilter's Corner... (drumroll please...)

Congratulations to Lisa Rosen! Lisa tells us a story of how her sewing started just 3 years ago when she was having her first baby. You won't believe how far she's come! Lisa has won a fat quarter bundle by Northcott - the cottons that feel like silk.

Quilts of Valour Challenge...continued

Hey Everyone,

Here's a lovely note about the Quilts of Valour Challenge...

Anita LaHay

REMINDER - My QoV Challenge is for CQT Listeners to make a QoV in 2014, send me a photo and they'll receive a free Brandy Lynn Designs pattern! Easy as that!

I received an email yesterday from a wonderful quilter named Anita LaHay who has already submitted a photo and won a free pattern for a Quilt of Valour in 2014. But she didn't stop there! She has made another gorgeous quilt for a soldier.

Thanks for sending in your photos Anita!

Since she's already won a pattern, I've decided to feature her here because you will love it and she deserves the accolades. Her blog is called daydreamsofquilts so be sure to go there and follow along. She has a wonderful post about her latest Quilt of Valour.

Here are the great photos Anita sent of her latest QoV. She even used all fabric from my terrific sponsor Northcott Silks! The line she chose was Oh Canada by designer Linda Ludovico. It's gorgeous and sooooo Canadian. I love it!

So? Have you made a QoV in 2014 or are you considering it? Be sure to send me a photo so you can win a pattern. It takes a certain type of person to dedicate hours of quilting for a good cause and you deserve a free pattern and a huge thank you for making your community better.

Thanks Anita!

Episode 059 Canadian QuiltTalk - What's In It For You?

Join Brandy Lynn this week as she turns the tables and asks you for inspiration. This show is for you, so Brandy asks you ten questions to brainstorm what you want out of the Canadian Quilt Talk podcast. 

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What's in it For You?

Here's a sneak peek at today's podcast! As promised, here are all the questions from CQT Episode # 59 so you can peruse, contemplate and send me a note anytime.

What topics do you want me to tackle?

I'm telling you my best content by far is the content sparked by a creative question from a listener. What you say matters, and I'll bet my bottom dollar, if you have a question - no matter how small - I bet someone else is thinking the same question too.

1. WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE WAY TO QUILT WITH FRIENDS? 
2. WHAT'S YOUR BIGGEST PAIN IN QUILTING?   
3. WHAT'S YOUR CREATIVE CHALLENGE?
4. WHAT'S STOPPING YOU FROM STITCHING?
5. WHAT ARE YOUR BAD HABITS?
6. ARE YOU LIMITING  YOURSELF?  
7. WHAT’S YOUR NEXT GOAL AS A QUILTER?  
8. WHAT ARE YOU REALLY GOOD AT? 
9. WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR GREATEST QUILTING MOMENT?
10. WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE QUILTING PRODUCT OR TOOL?  

So those are my 10 questions to you. Tell me your challenges and let me do the research. I strive every week to bring you topics that make you a better quilter, introduce special guest experts and keep you in stitches along the way. So find a question or two that resonate with you (or answer them all!) and leave a comment here, post on Facebook, Twitter or send me an email at info@explorefibre.com.

Until next time...Dream Big and Work Hard in the Studio with Canadian Quilt Talk.