Summary: <p>I'm talking with Alissa Haight Carlton. Alissa is a modern quilter, designer, author and the co-founder and Executive Director of the Modern Quilt Guild (MQG). She has written two quilting books, Modern Minimal and Block Party. When not working in the quilting world, she heads up casting for Project Runway. Alissa lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two sons. </p><br> <p>Alissa tells the story of the founding of the MQG and how it's run today. She talks about how the organization has grown, why they chose non-profit status, and how they've handled pushback on various issues over the last seven years.</p><br> <p>Alissa also explains what it's like to cast reality TV shows, especilly Project Runway. Hear what she's looking for in a cast member and how this show differs from other reality shows you might encounter.</p><br> <p>+++++</p><br> <p>This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://jacquelynnesteves.com/">Jacquelynnes Steves</a>. The I Love Home Free Block of the Month and Sew Along at J<a href="https://jacquelynnesteves.com/">acquelynneSteves.com</a> is starting soon! The patterns are Free and you have an option for doing just piecing, or add applique or hand embroidery to your blocks. This is a great project for beginning to more advanced quilters! Patterns have lots of step by step diagrams, and there will be some video tutorials as well. Get lots of ideas for fabrics and colors, and tons of giveaways with incredible sponsors! Plus, join the fun Facebook community, Sew Quilty Friends, to share your photos, ideas, and questions. There is an optional fabric kit available too! Use discount code <strong>WHILESHENAPS2017</strong> to get $6 off the regular price of the kit, now through July 10, 2017.</p><br> <p>+++++</p><br> <p>Catch up with the Modern Quilt Guild on their website: <a href="https://www.themodernquiltguild.com/">themodernquiltguild.com</a></p><br> <p>And follow Alissa's creative life on her Instagram feed: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alissahaightcarlton/">alissahaightcarlton</a></p><br> <p>Get the show notes for this episode on my blog, whileshenaps.com, where you can also sign up for my email newsletter to get the best in sewing, blogging, and small business delivered right to your inbox each week. Thank you!</p><br> <p> </p>
