Giveaway: Twelve by Twelve book

Oh happy day, Twelve by Twelve is finally out. The book celebrates the work of 12 quilt artists who chronicled their creative goings on via blogging at Twelve by Twelve: The International Art Quilt Challenge. Here’s how Amazon describes the book,

Twelve by Twelve examines the two-year-long international collaboration between twelve art quilters, during which they created a total of 144 quilts based on twelve different themes. Not only does the book showcase the quilts themselves–a feature quilt from each theme receives an in-depth chapter, written by one of the quilters–it also examines the dynamics of developing a vibrant online community of artists. The result is a very personal and unique blend of technique-based text and discussions on challenge, collaboration, and inspiration.

Don’t miss a chance to win a copy of this book, Twelve by Twelve: The International Art Quilt Challenge. It’s a giveaway over at Lark Crafts, this book’s publisher. Contest closes Monday March 2, 2011. Go to the post to enter.

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Embrace the beauty of scraps with these top 10 tips to manage and make the most of your scrap fabric collection.

The YouTube video titled “MY TOP 10 TIPS for MANAGING YOUR SCRAPS” offers valuable insights into effectively managing and utilizing fabric scraps in your quilting projects. Hosted by an expert in the field, this video provides a comprehensive guide with ten practical tips, ensuring that dealing with scraps becomes a more organized and enjoyable process.

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Organizing Fabric Scraps for Quilting: Here Are My Top 5 Tips
Quilting is a beloved craft that often leaves us with a colorful array of fabric scraps. Effectively organizing these remnants not only keeps your workspace tidy but also enhances your quilting experience. Here are my top 5 tips for organizing fabric scraps:

Sort by Color:

Organize your fabric scraps by color to easily access a spectrum of options for future projects.
Consider subcategories like warm and cool tones for more nuanced sorting.
Size Matters:

Sort scraps by size to quickly identify pieces suitable for specific projects.
Use clear containers or labeled bins to keep different size categories distinct.

Theme or Project-Based Organization:

Group scraps based on themes or projects to streamline your creative process.
Store project-specific scraps together to make it easy to grab what you need.

Utilize Scrap Storage Systems:

Invest in storage systems designed for fabric scraps, such as clear plastic containers or hanging organizers.
Transparent containers offer visibility, making it effortless to locate the desired fabric.

Regular Maintenance:

Dedicate time for periodic organizing sessions to prevent an overwhelming buildup of scraps.
Weed out unusable or small pieces during maintenance to keep your collection manageable.
By implementing these tips, you’ll transform your fabric scrap collection into a well-organized and accessible resource. Enjoy a more efficient and enjoyable quilting journey with a neatly arranged array of fabrics at your fingertips.

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