Simply Quilts personal reaction, memorable guest and color challenge.

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Working with holiday theme fabric and to pre wash or not to pre wash, that is the question.

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Jail Time : After the show, post script to program two.

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Bridge and Sparkle fabric saves the day

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The Heart of Quilting, emotions and efficient fabric storage

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Understanding authority, coming to terms with the color wheel

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Oh Baby, let's wrap our new born's in love

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Fluff and Stuff, Keys to successful machine quilting. A visit with machine quilter Paula Reid

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Batting - It's all in the guts of the quilt

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A visit to the De Young Museum, from Bouquets to Art, challenging the creativity process

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A candid interview with Nancy Smith and Lynda Milligan of Possibilities

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A visit with Dee, my right hand at AlexAndersonQuilts.com, quilter extraordinar and my Ask Alex Assistant. A peek behind the scenes of the web site

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Here There and Everywhere

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For the love of a thimble, an understanding of the basics of hand quilting.

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Behind the scenes of the Sisters Outdoor quilt show, an interview with Jean Wells

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An inside interview with award winning long arm quilter Marilyn Badger

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Meet Martin Favre, President of Bernina USA. Martin shares the history of the sewing machine, Bernina and a personal glimpse of himself

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A step back in time, an interview with Lindy Miller celebrating the pioneer spirit, piecing our countries quilting history together.

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Alex and Bernina join forces and contribute to McCall's Quilt magazine for the next year. Each issue will have a 1/3 page article to be complimented with a special web site and a special on line radio episode. First topic, Explore and Discover new quilt ideas.

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The Alden Lane Quilt show is gearing up for another wonderful show. Cyndee Carvalho, general manager, takes time from her busy schedule to join us. Learn the details of this years show (it's going to be GOOD) and hear some of the tales of behind the scene.

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Meet Editor in Chief Patricia Bolton, a dynamic force and delightful spirit who created Quilting Arts magazine and Cloth Paper Scissors

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Celebrating traditions and norms of a subculture. Stepping into the uncomfortable until we become at home.

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Meet Karey Bresenhan President of Quilts Inc. and director of the International Quilt Markets and Quilt Festivals.

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Thread, thread and more thread!! Meet Bob and Heather Purcell of Superior threads as they share the ins and outs of thread today.

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Piece O Cake's dynamic duo tell what it takes to keep their company alive and fresh, including a friendship that is strong and healthy.

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Paula Nadelstern puts kaleidoscopes in our eyes. Charming, funny and New York to the bone, Paula delights us with who she is and how she makes remarkably, stunning quilts.

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This month in McCall's Quilt Magazine (Oct. 2006, available July 17th) we explore setting the mood for quilting. But what about getting in the mood for quilting? Ideas for creating inspiration and identifying your stumbling blocks.

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My Quilt Hero, Jinny Beyer takes time from her busy schedule to talk with us. Find out what is new and exciting in her quilting life.

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Fabric designer, author, photographer and quilter, Valori Wells shares her passion and process of designing fabric with us. Val reveals how she weaves her artistic magic into cloth with a fresh and contemporary look for us to enjoy.

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Cruising and quilting, what could be better? Faye Doyle and I snuck away aboard ship while sailing in the Mediterranean. Faye explains about the ins and outs of cruising. Caution: This episode could be dangerous to your pocket book!

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Gwen Marston joins me in the Mediterranean to chat about what inspires her, what she is doing and where she is going! Gwen also shares her passion and dedication to remembering those before us and giving credit where the credit is due, Lest we Forget. Gwen always makes me laugh and think, as I know she will for you.

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From the De Young and the quilts of Gee's Bend to a pirate store, a day well spent with my friend Cyndee. A most excellent day with tons of inspiration and laughter.

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Ricky Tims invited me to visit in Le Veta CO and see his fabulous digs. Both Ricky and Justin opened the doors to their incredible Art Quilt Studio and Gallery, and let me sneak and peek in all the corners. What I found was a dream come true, Ricky's dream is our treasure to enjoy.

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Queen of Baltimore, Elly Sienkiewicz, joins us for a look into our nation's history and teases us with current options to play around with.

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Hope - Meet Beverly Dunivent, quilt historian, appraiser and friend.

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Alex and Bernina contribute to the Dec. issue of McCall's quilting magazine. This month's article suggests to listen to your quilts, just like children as they have minds of their own. Really?!

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Heidi Kaisand joins us and we learn what makes American Patchwork and Quilting Magazine tick. And just how are the quilt shops chosen for Quilt Sampler? Heidi reveals all and shares her secret weapon, Laura Boehnke.

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Recap of Quilting in the Garden 2006. We were charmed by the quilts of American Patchwork and Quilting. Alden Lane knocked themselves out with various events to make the whole weekend a smashing success! Mark your calendar for next year, QITG is always the 4th weekend of September. (There was even a pirate spotting!)

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New bells and whistles on our site and an endearing visit with Karey Bresenhan (President of Quilts, Inc.) as she shares the stories behind her wonderful book, I Remember Mama.

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San Jose Quilt and Textile Museum struts her stuff at their annual fundraising Gala. Visit the Museum at 520 South First Street San Jose, CA 95113 (they would also welcome a donation).

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Quilt market 2006, the inside scoop. Though my visit was brief, a quick update of a whirlwind 24 hours at international quilt market in Houston TX.

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Thinking of opening a quilt shop? Listen to what Bunny Henningsen has to say about her quilt shop, Bunny Rose, located in Groveland, CA.

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Festival was great, quilts, friends and a giant surprise. A quick update of festival from my eyes and heart.

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Quilting in America 2006 survey is here! Every three years Quilter's Newsletter Magazine and Quilts Inc. conducts an in depth survey to evaluate the health of our industry. And we are alive and WELL! Please take a moment to tell us about your quilting habits in the comment section. I have the feeling we are probably a lot a like!

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Alex and Bernina contribute to McCall's Quilt magazine. This month in McCall's we finish up our hopelessly stalled projects. Tips and tricks to break the block.

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Pro extraordinar, Libby Lehman takes time out from her busy schedule to talk about needles, threads, and tension (and we're not talking about stress induced).

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Bernina sweeps Steckborn Switzerland with 80 American teachers. They wine, dine and deepen our appreciation for the company. How do I love you (Bernina) let me count the ways as Paula Reid and I share our great adventure.

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Cheryl Uribe (with APQS long Arm quilting system) joins us to talk about the profession of machine quilting, specifically how to prepare your quilt for a long arm quilter.

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Alex and Ricky Tims join forces. Together we are building the World Quilt Community including an online Internet television Show called The Quilt Show.

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Bonnie McCaffrey and I bump into each other at the Houston Airport. We snuck away to catch up and decided to do a podcast. In addition, Bonnie and I did a Vidcast which will be on her site this Feb.

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Dancing with Alligators: Loving to learn and stretching beyond your wildest dreams. It's time to identify your alligator and step up to dance!

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Back by popular demand, Beverly Dunivent and I steal a few moments together at Road to California Quilt show in Ontario. Doll Quilts are the topic of the day.

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Carolie Hensley of the Cotton Patch in Lafayette, CA, gives wise advise when purchasing a sewing machine, good stuff to think about and questions to ask.

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The best part of quilting? You might be surprised at my answer, but then again maybe not. Bernina and Alex contribute to the June 2007 issue of McCalls Quilt Magazine discussing my answer.

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Meet Joe the Quilter, Joe Cunningham, who is not only an incredibly talented quilter leaning on traditional roots but musically a delight.

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The Taping Eve of the Quilt Show

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After the Show

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Jan Krentz spends time talking about what she has been up to, including a discussion of Quilt Teaching as a Profession.

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Jan Krentz - part two. Responsibilities of a hosting guild or quilt shop. Behind the scenes of working with a national quilt teacher.

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Speaking of photography meet Gregory Case and Elena Morera, The Quilt Show's Official Photographers.

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Photo Styling: More with photography experts Elena Morera and Gregory Case

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May Maddness, come and gone! I hit the sky and road creating a two week adventure. From Salt Lake City to PA to Los Angeles, there is no room for moss to settle under my feet.

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School's out and it's time to Quilt! This episode talks about quilting with kids - the ins and outs of a successful partnership.

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Catch up time for the www.thequiltshow.com. Back from La Veta after taping 6 more episodes - changes, changes and contests - take a listen to hear about the what is new on The Quilt Show.

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BU - More Travels with Alex

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The Quilt Show - Season 2

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So you want to open a quilt shop? Carolee Hensley of the Cotton Patch in Lafayette CA joins us to discuss a few of the considerations a person must make before taking the plunge.

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Meet Jan Grigsby Director of Acquisitions at C&T Publishing. Jan explains the inns and outs of working with a publisher versus self publishing

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This fall has been super busy - On the Road Again doesn't begin to express things. Home safe and sound for a few days, episode 68 is a madcap recap of the past month.

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Annie Smith - Our quilter's podcasting sweet heart spends some time with us. Annie shares her interesting technological and quiltie life journey with us.

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Back from the Houston International Quilt Festival - getting normal life back in motion.

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Whoops - I goofed up :0) - Michael JAMES is the 2007 Silver star winner - Congratulations to a super star winner!

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Great Quilter Gifts!

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Collecting Neutrals

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Here we go - it is the end of the year!

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Apples and Seminars

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Care and Feeding of Fabric

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On the Road Again

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Creative Adventures and the BIG NEWS

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Man oh Man

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Happy Birthday to TQS!

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Episode 81: A Weekend in Chicago - Antics of a U.S. whirlwind quilterly weekend

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Episode 82: Let's hear it for Paducah! What a week it was. From award winning quilts to fun and games - here is a recap of a WONDERFUL week!

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Episode 83: Time is on my side!

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Episode 84: Chuppahs and Feathers

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Episode 85: Sewing Spaces - From Zip to the Ultimate Space

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Episode 86: Let's Get Organized

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Episode 87: Sailing on the Baltic Sea - Impressions and snap shots from quilters cruise vacation

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Episode 88: Joey and Shelly's Wedding

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Episode 89: Fall Follies

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Episode 90: 30 Years and Still Quilting!

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Episode 91: Reflections of Houston

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Episode 92: TQS Quilt Legend celebrates the work and life of Jinny Beyer

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Episode 93: Quilters Home magazine checks out my house!

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Episode 94: Quilters Newletter Magazines Readers Choice

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Episode 95: Pura Vida Costa Rica

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Episode 96: Back in the Saddle Again: I heard you guys loud and clear

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Episode 97: Time to TRAVEL

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