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Simply Quilts Season 9 Episodes

39 Episodes 2011 - 2011

Episode 1

Mechanical Magic

30 mins

Topic: machine quilting. Included: a whimsical way of backing fabric.

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Episode 2

A Century of Quilting

30 mins

The Dresden Block is shown. Also: a Skip-to-My-Lou quilt.

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Episode 3

Smooth as Silk

30 mins

Quilting with silk. Included: how to hand-dye the fabric using a microwave oven.

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Episode 4

Burmese Beauties

30 mins

Needle-turned appliqué quilts are shown.

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Episode 5

'Clothes' to the Heart

30 mins

Quilting with old clothes; making a quilted story garment using a sweatshirt.

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Episode 6

Quilts That Will Floor Ya!

30 mins

Avoiding puckered binding.

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Episode 7

Child's Play Quilts

30 mins

Making crayon quilts. Also: a look at the Quilts Across America program.

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Episode 8

21st Century Quilting

30 mins

Topic: computer quilting. Also: an overview of sewing machines.

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Episode 9

Traditionally Influenced Quilts

30 mins

Topic: photo-reactive cloth. Also: using reproduction fabrics with traditional blocks.

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Episode 10

The Sound of Quilting

30 mins

Topic: "caveman" quilting.

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Episode 11

The Full Spectrum: Color in Quilts

30 mins

Color theory in quilting is discussed by two quilters.

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Episode 12

Chenille Strip Quilts

30 mins

Quilting using chenille strips. Also: tips on correct pressing.

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Episode 13

Award-Winning Quilts

30 mins

A tile-floor inspired design takes its cue from an English cathedral. Also: building a freezer-paper template.

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Episode 14

The Hidden Block

30 mins

Finding hidden blocks embedded in classic quilt blocks; hand-sewing bindings.

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Episode 15

Surfing Quilter, Hula Huts Quilt

30 mins

A Hawaiian quilter is interviewed.

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Episode 16

Hand Applique, Left-Handed Quilter Advice

30 mins

Tools for hand-appliqué are shown. Also: creating layered units.

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Episode 17

Cubist Puzzle Quilts

30 mins

Making puzzle quilts; utilizing tissue paper for traction when sewing with slippery fabrics; creating quilts with recycled fabrics.

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Episode 18

Seminole-Inspired Quilts

30 mins

Strip-piecing techniques are shown. Also: reconciling mismatched block-swap blocks.

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Episode 19

Beaded Quilts

30 mins

Couching beads; using beads to add depth to a design.

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Episode 20

Telltale Quilts

30 mins

An appliqué technique using blind stitching. Also: using quilting to keep African oral traditions alive.

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Episode 21

Two-For-One Quilts

30 mins

Tips on partial seaming and fabric selection.

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Episode 22

Antique Quilts, Reproduction Quilts

30 mins

An antique-quilt collection is shown. Also: "nuances" of old quilts.

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Episode 23

Treadle Machines, Preserving Quilt History

30 mins

Cleaning sewing machines; making a ruffled-fan quilt with a treadle machine.

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Episode 24

Urban Renewal Quilter, Painted Fabric Quilts

30 mins

Found objects are used for design inspiration.

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Episode 25

Simply Quilts Challenge

30 mins

Blocks of original design are created.

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Episode 26

Quilts That Fool the Eye

30 mins

Imitating antique quilts in modern adaptations. Also: how to make a downtown quilt.

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Episode 27

Topiary Quilt, Triangle Piecing

30 mins

Making a topiary quilt using "dimensional flowers."

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Episode 28

Painted Quilts

30 mins

Using paint for accents and for achieving a watercolor effect.

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Episode 29

New York Beauty Quilts

30 mins

Using a New York Beauty block; keeping a scrap pile under control.

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Episode 30

Tulip Quilt

30 mins

Quilting "outside the box," using bold, defined shapes. Also: a Tulip Tango quilt.

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Episode 31

Quilting Tools

30 mins

Quilting tools are spotlighted.

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Episode 32

Hand-Dyed Fabric, Scrambled Nine-Patch Quilt

30 mins

Using hand-dyed fabrics for quilts inspired by Japan. Also: how to create a Scrambled Nine-Patch quilt.

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Episode 33

Mariner's Compass Block, Sharp Point Pinwheels

30 mins

Using freezing paper to create the Mariner's Compass pattern. Also: how to make sharp points on pinwheels.

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Episode 34

Dog Days of Quilting

30 mins

Dog-themed quilts are shown. Also: an appliqué method.

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Episode 35

Simpler Paper Piecing, Batting Tips

30 mins

Sewing a Nine Patch block using a single piece of paper printed with a pattern. Also: batting.

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Episode 36

Quilts From Down Under

30 mins

Shown: reverse appliqué. Also: a visit with a quilt collector from Australia.

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Episode 37

Imperfect Blocks, Ruler Tips, Afghan-Inspired Quilt

30 mins

Using imperfect blocks. Also: rules for the proper use of a ruler.

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Episode 38

Mommy & Tea Quilt

30 mins

Making a tea quilt with a Mother's Day theme. Also: using various fabrics to make a Log Cabin block.

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Episode 39

Let It Snow! Mantle Quilt

30 mins

Making a mantle cover for fireplaces; keeping points of small triangles parallel.

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