QOF Episode # 79 - Langley Quilt Guild Group Quilt

Join Brandy Lynn this week as she interviews Nora Fursevich of the Langley Quilt Guild about the incredible group quilt called Slice of Langley made by a group of 8 quilters. The slice quilt won the Award of Excellence for a Group Quilt at the CQA 2015 Show in Lethbridge, AB. 

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Episode 078 Quilter on Fire - Vintage Sewing Machines with Kim Jamieson-Hirst

Have you ever thought about buying one of those beautiful old fashioned vintage sewing machines? They can be a gorgeous piece of furniture, or even the sewing machine you use every single day. Join Brandy Lynn this week as she explores searching out, purchasing, fixing up an old machine and more. Vintage Sewing Machines with Kim Jamieson-Hirst. 

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Episode # 78 - The NEW Quilter on Fire Podcast

Happy Wednesday everyone! Join me this week as I transition from Canadian Quilt Talk into the ALL NEW Quilter On Fire Podcast for my 78th episode. For the second time, I'll be interviewing Canadian quilt teacher and pattern designer Kim Jamieson-Hirst of www.chatterboxquilts.com. We'll talk about her latest new online course called The Joy of Vintage Sewing Machines on Curios.com. I have to say I've only ever had modern sewing machines for the last 24 years, but Kim has opened my eyes to the world of high quality vintage meant to last.

Kim Jamieson-Hirst

Kim Jamieson-Hirst is an avid quilter and collector of all things fabric. Since 2008 she has been designing quilt, hand embroidery and softie patterns under the name of Chatterbox Quilts in Calgary, AB. Kim enjoys creating Youtube videos where she shares information about quilting, book reviews and her love of vintage sewing machines, supervised by her two furry assistants, Charlie and Teeka. Kim owns too much fabric and believes that chocolate is an essential quilting tool. Her designs have been featured in such publications as Quilter's Connection magazine, Irish Quilting magazine, and the Bustle & Sew zine. 

You can check out KIM'S blog CHATTERBOX QUILTS and her post about how we finally met for the first time at Quilt Canada and she chats about being on the new Quilter on Fire podcast this week.  Super sweet, thanks Kim!                

Listen in to the podcast Thursday at 4pm pacific time to find out the winner of this week's Quilter's Corner who will receive 3 free pdf patterns from our special guest on her website www.chatterboxquilts.com. They will get to browse the website to pick their 3 favourite patterns and there are dozens to choose from. 

AND NOW for some exciting news! Curious has offered a special discount just for you! Because you listen to the Quilter on Fire podcast you will be privy to a special 20% off deal to the annual subscription to curious.com! It’s such a great deal. 

And the final note for today . . . Have you ever dreamed of going to the International Quilt Festival in Houston? Join me this fall from October 27th to November 1st for a 5 night whirlwind of amazing quilt events you don't want to miss. You can GET MORE DETAILS HERE 

and book your trip today!

Until next time, dream big and work hard in the studio with the Quilter on Fire!

Episode 077 Canadian Quilt Talk - Tackling That UFO

Join Brandy Lynn this week as she shares her top 5 tips for tackling that pesky UFO. Don't let a quilt project disappear into the abyss of your quilt studio shelves. Bring it out, add some love and make it happen! 

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Episode 076 Canadian Quilt Talk - Carol Ann Waugh

Join Brandy Lynn this week as she interviews fibre artist Carol Ann Waugh to explore her book Stupendous Stitching, her workshops on Craftsy, her advice on marketing and time management for fibre artists and so much more...

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Tuesday Preview - Canadian Quilt Talk Episode # 76

Happy Tuesday Everyone! 

Have you signed up for my monthly newsletter yet? You'll hear the latest on the podcast, great quilting products, book reviews, postcard exchanges, the Aloha Quilt Cruise and more. SIGN UP TODAY 

Join me this week for CQT Podcast # 76 with Carol Ann Waugh!

Carol Ann Waugh

When you hear the name Carol Ann Waugh your mind may jump instantly to vibrantly coloured and incredibly stitched fibre art. If that doesn't happen for you just yet then you are in for a surprise this week because her website and workshops will blow you away. This week on Canadian Quilt Talk - Stupendous Stitching with Carol Ann Waugh. 

Carol has 3 courses on Craftsy that have great reviews and a great price. Here's a run down of the online workshops she has to offer so you can check them out. 

Snazzy Stitched Portraits on Craftsy

Stitch & Slash on Craftsy

Stupendous Stitching on Craftsy

 We'll also chat about marketing, reinventing your own unique style, how she plans her day for success and so much more. It's an interview you don't want to miss. 

And now a note from our sponsor... When I was first invited to host a quilt cruise I had no idea how I was going to provide sewing machines for up to 60 quilters. After a little research and some very polite inquiries, Janome Canada has graciously sponsored 30+ machines for this cruise. And the classes are so fun and carefree that you will share a machine with your room mate, so we can host up to 60 quilters. This is going to be the cruise of a lifetime! 

Have you dreamed about going on a Quilting 

Cruise?  Join me and Cathy Miller, The Singing Quilter this fall for the 15-day Aloha Quilt Cruise sponsored by Janome. Includes 8 FULL DAYS of quilting workshops! Prices start as low as $2280 (based on double occupancy.)

And the winning story submitted for the Weekly Quilter's Corner was written by Alison Gurganus. The prize this week is Carol Ann Waugh's book - Stupendous Stitching. I own this book myself and I love it, so congrats Alison!

You could be a Quilter's Corner winner too! I give away all kinds of great prizes like Northcott Fabric, Quilter's Connection Magazines and more. Just send your short quilting story to info@explorefibre.com for a chance to win. 

So be sure to listen in this week to Episode # 76 with Carol Ann Waugh on Canadian Quilt Talk this Thursday at 4pm Pacific time. Until next time, dream big and work hard in the studio with Canadian Quilt Talk!

 

Episode 075 Canadian Quilt Talk - Elizabeth Ruth Long Arm Tips

Join Brandy Lynn this week as she chats with Long Arm Quilter Elizabeth Ruth to uncover her tips for bringing your quilt to a Long Arm Professional for the first time. 

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Tuesday Preview - Canadian Quilt Talk Episode # 75

Happy Tuesday everyone! Join me this week on Canadian Quilt Talk for my 75th episode as I interview long arm quilter and all around crafty gal Elizabeth Ruth of www.theruthlesscrafter.com.  We'll talk about what led her to quilting, her tips for having your first quilt stitched by a professional long arm quilter and more...

Inspired by the quilting stories of the women on her husband's side of the family, Elizabeth started quilting for her own little ones in 2009. Her very first quilt was an ambitious queen sized quilt for her tiny son. She is a lovely example of a quilt professional who has fallen head over heels for long arm quilting and over the past 6 years she has created a storm of activity in her studio learning lessons along the way. She'll be sharing her story and a few wonderful tips along the way. 

And now for the winner of this week's Quilter's Corner - Jan Keuster! And the very cool thing about Jan is that she is my very first winner from Hawaii. It is a nice surprise that I have listeners there considering I am going there this fall on the Aloha Quilt Cruise. I hope you'll join me. The prize this week is pretty adorable! Jan will receive 4 crocheted coffee mug cozies from www.theruthlesscrafter.com. She may not need them quite as much as us Canadians here in the frigid cold, but there must be a cool or rainy season in Hawaii where you could use something to warm your hands around a good cup of Joe.  

And the final note for today . . . Join me and Cathy Miller, The Singing Quilter this fall for the 15-day Aloha Quilt Cruise sponsored by Janome. Includes 8 FULL DAYS of quilting workshops! Prices start as low as $2280 based on double occupancy. 

You can GET MORE DETAILS HERE 

and you can BOOK ONLINE HERE 

or call Miriam Toll Free Mon-Fri, 9am -5pm Pacific time: 
1-866-420-4410

Until next time, dream big 

and work hard in the studio 

with Canadian Quilt Talk!

Episode 074 Canadian Quilt Talk - Kim Jamieson-Hirst

Join Brandy Lynn this week on Episode # 74 of Canadian Quilt Talk as she explores a new online course called Essential Guide to Fusible Web Appliqué with its creator Kim Jamieson-Hirst. 

 

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Tuesday Preview - Canadian Quilt Talk Episode # 74

Happy Tuesday everyone! Join me this week on Canadian Quilt Talk for my 74th episode as I interview quilt teacher and pattern designer Kim Jamieson-Hirst of www.chatterboxquilts.com. We'll talk about her new online course called Essential Guide to Fusible Web Appliqué at Curios.com, her pdf patterns and more...

Awesome Blossom

Kim Jamieson-Hirst

Kim Jamieson-Hirst is an avid quilter and collector of all things fabric. Since 2008 she has been designing quilt, hand embroidery and softie patterns under the name of Chatterbox Quilts in Calgary, AB. Kim enjoys creating Youtube videos where she shares information about quilting, book reviews and her love of vintage sewing machines, supervised by her two furry assistants, Charlie and Teeka. Kim owns too much fabric and believes that chocolate is an essential quilting tool. Her designs have been featured in such publications as Quilter's Connection magazine, Irish Quilting magazine, and the Bustle &amp Sew zine. Kim's favourite quilting technique is fusible web appliqué, which she is excited to share in her Curious.com online course, Essential Guide to Fusible Web Appliqué.                    

And now for the winner of this week's Quilter's Corner - Ronda Asta with a story about teaching her 5 year old granddaughter how to quilt. The prize this week is so sweet! Ronda will receive 3 free pdf patterns from our special guest on her website www.chatterboxquilts.com. Ronda will get to browse the website to pick her 3 favourite patterns and there are dozens to choose from. 

 Aloha Quilt Cruise!

AND NOW for some exciting news! Curious has offered a special discount just for you! Because you listen to Canadian Quilt Talk you will be privy to a special 20% off deal to the annual subscription to curious.com! It’s such a great deal. 

And the final note for today . . . Join me and Cathy Miller, The Singing Quilter this fall for the 15-day Aloha Quilt Cruise sponsored by Janome. Includes 8 FULL DAYS of quilting workshops! Prices start as low as $2280 based on double occupancy. 

You can GET MORE DETAILS HERE 

and you can BOOK ONLINE HERE 

or call Miriam Toll Free Mon-Fri, 9am -5pm Pacific time: 
1-866-420-4410

Until next time, dream big and work hard in the studio with Canadian Quilt Talk!

Announcing the Aloha Quilt Cruise

LOOKING FOR SOME ALOHA QUILT CRUISE NEWS? 

Here I have it all in one place. I hope you'll join us! 

Join Brandy Maslowski, Host of Canadian Quilt Talk & Cathy Miller, The Singing Quilter for a Quilter’s Dream Getaway - Sept. 19th to Oct. 4th, 2015 

Escape to Hawaii and enjoy beautiful ports, a luxurious cruise ship and a variety of creative quilting workshops. 

Designed moment to moment with quilters in mind…

•       Enjoy a welcome aboard cocktail party with SWAG 

•       8 full days of quilting and fibre art workshops

•       Action-packed evenings of entertainment and fun

•       4 days to adventure on the islands

•       Trunk show, concerts and more...

•       A chance to unleash your creativity at sea 

Prices starting as low as $2280 per person based on double occupancy.

BOOK YOUR SPOT TODAY by clicking on the ALOHA QUILT CRUISE link or contact Miriam Cloutier at 1-866-420-4410 (M-F from 9-5 Pacific Time). 

To learn more about what’s happening on the cruise checkout the ALOHA QUILT CRUISE BLOG. or LIKE the Canadian Quilt Talk Facebook page. 

The perfect retreat for the quilter in you! 

Do you want to hear more Canadian Quilting news like this? CANADIAN QUILT TALK is a FREE podcast for quilters that will keep you up to date with the latest tips, books, products and events about quilting in Canada. Be the first to tell your customers about this great resource. Find the podcast at LISTEN NOW CQT to choose from over 75 episodes.

JOIN OUR MAILING LIST HERE If you want the latest from Brandy Lynn Designs you must sign up!

That’s all for now folks! Dream big and work hard in the studio with CANADIAN QUILT TALK!

Our generous sponsors: Janome Canada, Northcott Silks Inc, Quilter’s Connection Magazine, Inklingo and Aurifil

Episode 073 Canadian Quilt Talk - Snow Dyeing

Join Brandy Lynn this week as she share the process of dyeing your own fabric with snow! Got the winter blues? Why not haul some of that freezing snow inside and create your own happy version of the blues on fabric? 

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Tuesday Preview - Canadian Quilt Talk Episode # 73

Happy Tuesday Everyone! 

Are you suffering from the winter blues? Are you looking for a reason to unleash your inner artist? Join me this week on the CQT podcast # 73 as I explore... 

SNOW DYEING FABRIC

We have a pretty short and mild snowy season here in Summerland, BC and sometimes I miss the beauty of the snow, but not the bitter cold! If you are inundated with the white fluffy stuff in your neck of the woods, why not put it to good use? Be prepared to learn what snow dyeing is all about, the supplies you'll need, some great tips, techniques and more. 

And will you be at Quilt Canada in Lethbridge? I'm so excited to announce that I'll be having my very first vendor's booth. I'll be launching all kinds of exciting new products. I can't wait! If you'll be there please come by and say hello. 

And . . .We have a winner for this week's Quilter's Corner brought to you by Northcott Silk Inc.     Pat Nicklow submitted a story about sharing quilting with a younger generation. Congratulations Pat! You win a gorgeous fat quarter bundle by Northcott Silk Inc. Do you think quilting should be shared with the next generation? If you have a little one in your life who would love to snuggle up with a good book then purchase a copy of Kristy's Quilt today. 

AND don't forget - I am going on a Quilt Cruise and I'd love you to join me! Now's your chance with the Star Princess 50th Anniversary Sale. Join me and Cathy Miller, The Singing Quilter this fall for the 15-day Aloha Quilt Cruise sponsored by Janome Canada. Includes 8 FULL DAYS of quilting workshops! Prices start as low as $2168 based on double occupancy. The sale ends Feb. 26th - THAT'S ONLY @ MORE DAYS! So book your quilting holiday today by calling Miriam Toll Free: 1 866-420-4410 

Until next time . . . dream big and work hard in the studio . . . 

with Canadian Quilt Talk!

Episode 072 Canadian Quilt Talk - Jaynie Himsl Fibre Art

Join Brandy Lynn on this week's podcast for a story of inspiration. Meet Jaynie Himsl who found her passion for fibre art, decided what she wanted and asked for it! She mounts her first solo fibre art show this summer in Weyburn Saskatchewan. 

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Tuesday Preview - Canadian Quilt Talk Episode # 72

Happy Tuesday everyone! Join me this week on Canadian Quilt Talk for my 72nd episode as I interview fibre artist Jaynie Himsl. We'll talk about surrounding yourself with incredible mentors and touch on the topic of deciding what you want to do and then asking for it! Jayne put her dreams out there and now she's mounting her first little solo fibre art show. As a member of the Fibre Art Network she has been encouraged, motivated and inspired by an incredible group of fine artists. She's gone from being struck by the notion that she could use her skill for sewing to create fine art when she saw her first fibre art show all the way to mounting her first solo exhibition. 

Jaynie Himsl - Fibre Artist

Working with fabric has been a part of Jaynie’s life since childhood. Constructing clothes and home furnishings was her main focus for many years. When she discovered the possibility of using her sewing skills to make art, a new passion took possession of her. With guidance and practice her exploration of fibre arts has taken new directions.

Here's the list of exciting events Jaynie is involved with if you happen to be driving through Saskatchewan this summer:

• ABSTRACTED by the Fibre Art Network (FAN) www.fibreartnetwork.com
• ALL BEINGS CONFLUENCE compiled by Martha Cole www.allbeingsconfluence.wordpress.com
• JOIN THE THREAD 12 x 12 fine art by SK fibre artists
• Jaynie Himsl SOLO SHOW at the Weyburn Credit Union Gallery
• Weyburn Art Walk - summer celebration of fibre art

The summer will conclude with a workshop by renowned fibre artist Martha Cole in a collaboration to make more flowing art panels to join the ALL BEINGS CONFLUENCE show August 24 - 30th. You can find this entire list of events and more info at www.jayniehimsl.ca 

If you  are a fibre artist, whether you've just recently fallen head over heels for it, or you've been immersed in it for years, the Fibre Art Network is a group you really need to check out. This is a group of Western Canada fibre artists with goals of mentorship, learning, exploring textile creativity and the exhibition of fibre art. Check out their website today.

www.fibreartnetwork.com

And now for the winner of this week's Quilter’s Corner - LIZ CHILDERS! Liz submitted an adorable story about her grand daughter and how kids say the darnedest things. Congrats Liz, you've won a fat quarter bundle brought to you by..

Northcott Silk Inc. is also sponsoring the Aloha Quilt Cruise. Northcott fabrics are famous to quilters for their Stonehenge Collections. Look for OH CANADA - the latest Stonehenge collection at your local quilt shop. Designed by renowned artist Linda Ludovico, Oh Canada brings the Canadian theme into beautifully detailed textures. Northcott - Cottons That Feel Like Silk! 

Join me and Cathy Miller on the Aloha Quilt Cruise!

DON'T MISS Star Princess 50th Anniversary Sale on now until Feb. 26th. Join me, Brandy Lynn, Host of Canadian Quilt Talk and Cathy Miller, The Singing Quilter this fall for the 15-day Aloha Quilt Cruise sponsored by Janome. Includes 8 FULL DAYS of quilting workshops! Prices start as low as $2168 based on double occupancy. The sale ends Feb. 26th. 

You can GET MORE DETAILS HERE 

and you can BOOK ONLINE HERE 

or call Miriam or Frances Toll Free Mon-Fri, 9am -5pm Pacific time: 1-866-420-4410

Until next time, dream big and work hard in the studio with Canadian Quilt Talk!

Episode 071 Canadian Quilt Talk - Quilt Canada 2015

Join Brandy Lynn this week as she takes you through the ins and outs of navigating the Quilt Canada 2015 National Juried Show. Whether you are considering a road trip or want to follow along from home, this is an episode you don't want to miss. 

Check out this episode!

Tuesday Preview - CQT Episode # 71 - QUILT CANADA 2015

 Quilt Canada 2015 - Blown Away!

Welcome to the Tuesday Preview. Have you ever been to a CQA/ACC National Juried Show? There is so much to take in that it can just be the greatest adventure and a perfect reason to hit the road with a few friends. 

My favourite part about a show this size is the incredible display of quilts and it is just so much fun to meet up with friends from all over Canada and take part in the festivities. This year I'll be taking my Part III Quilt Judge Certification test so wish me luck! I'll also be doing on the spot interviews, book signings, checking out the vendors, events, dinners and more. So this week on Episode # 71 of the CQT Podcast I'll start things off a few months early by giving you a preview of what to expect for this year's CQA/ACC 2015 National Juried Show. 

Quilt Canada 2015 

Lethbridge, AB 

June 4 - 6, 2015

You can check out the CQA/ACC WEBSITE for everything from lodging, events and local sights to merchants, teachers and more... The local committee in Lethbridge has worked hard for a year and they have a great show in store for attendees. And if you are planning on taking the tour of Waterton Park while you are there, they say it compares to Banff, but without all the tourists!

And . . .We have a winner for this week's Quilter's Corner brought to you by Northcott Silk Inc. Samantha LeBlanc submitted an update for us on how things have been going since she won the Canadian Quilt Talk grand prize giveaway on Canada Day 2014. Congratulations Samantha! You win a gorgeous fat quarter bundle by Northcott Silk Inc. 

AND don't forget - I am going on a Quilt Cruise and I'd love you to join me! Now's your chance with the Star Princess 50th Anniversary Sale. Join me and Cathy Miller, The Singing Quilter this fall for the 15-day Aloha Quilt Cruise sponsored by Janome Canada. Includes 8 FULL DAYS of quilting workshops! Prices start as low as $2168 based on double occupancy. The sale ends Feb. 26th so book your quilting holiday today by calling 

Miriam Toll Free: 1 866-420-4410 

Until next time . . . dream big and work hard in the studio . . . 

with Canadian Quilt Talk!

Episode 070 Canadian Quilt Talk - BIG CANADIAN LISTS

Join Brandy Lynn this week as she explores the Big Canadian List of Online Fabric Shops with Blogger Shannon Smith. Explore all of Shannon's great Canadian lists at www.finishedgarment.ca

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Tuesday Preview CQT 70 - Shannon Smith

Happy Tuesday everyone! Join me this week on Canadian Quilt Talk for my 70th episode as I interview Shannon Smith. Her blog is called The Finished Garment - A Sewing, Quilting and Stitching Blog from Montreal. 

Shannon is a Canadian sewing and quilting blogger living in Montreal. She’s been sewing since she was a child, but started blogging her sewing and modern quilting projects at The Finished Garment almost two years ago. In real life, she runs a web design company called Cafe Noir Designs, advocates for a more socially just web, and is the mother of four kids eight and under. I came across her BIG LISTS online which are a fabulous resource for quilters and I wanted to share them with you. 

An example of one of Shannon's BIG LISTS

And the Quilter’s Corner winner today is YVETTE SITTER! And I was so excited to see her story originally come in a few months ago because I have met Yvette. She was a scribe for me last year when I judged the Regina Quilt Show. It was truly one of the best run quilt shows I have ever worked at teaching or judging. They hired plenty of judges to handle the size of show and treated us all like queens. It was so much fun!

The prize this week is a fat quarter bundle from Northcott Silk Inc. They are also sponsoring the quilt cruise. Northcott Fabrics are famous to quilters for their Stonehenge Collections. Look for OH CANADA - the latest Stonehenge collection at your local quilt shop. Designed by renowned artist Linda Ludovico, Oh Canada brings the Canadian theme into beautifully detailed textures. Northcott - Cottons That Feel Like Silk! 

DON'T MISS Star Princess 50th Anniversary Sale on now until Feb. 26th. Join me, Brandy Lynn, Host of Canadian Quilt Talk and Cathy Miller, The Singing Quilter this fall for the 15-day Aloha Quilt Cruise sponsored by Janome. Includes 8 FULL DAYS of quilting workshops! Prices start as low as $2168 based on double occupancy. The sale ends Feb. 26th. 

You can GET MORE DETAILS HERE 

BOOK ONLINE HERE 

or call Miriam or Frances Toll Free M-F, 9am -5pm Pacific time: 1 866-420-4410

Until next time, dream big and work hard in the studio with Canadian Quilt Talk!