why quilts matter – Quilting Jetgirl

06 Jun

Technology and Quilting

June 6, 2015
Posted by Yvonne @Quilting Jetgirl
balancing technology and quilt making, technology and quilting, why quilts matter
24 comments

Continuing to work through the discussion guide about “Why Quilts Matter“, today I want to focus on: Is there a balance when it comes to technology and quilting? Can you have too much technology in the quilt making process? What a juicy topic! My absolute first thought when I saw this question is that my online blogging community MUST love technology in the quilt making...

16 May

Discussion

Aspects of Quilt Making

May 16, 2015
Posted by Yvonne @Quilting Jetgirl
aspects of quilting, quilt discussion, quilting discussion, why quilts matter
23 comments

Continuing to work through the discussion guide about “Why Quilts Matter“, today I want to focus on: hat are the aspects of quilt making with which you most identify? So what are the aspects of a quilt? I brainstormed for a bit and came up with this non-inclusive list: color design sewing piecing quilt top batting backing binding quilting pattern fabric tactile handmade project intent meaning creative expressive I think the great thing about quilting is that there are so many avenues for...

02 May

Discussion

Emotional Connections

May 2, 2015
Posted by Yvonne @Quilting Jetgirl
discussion topic, how to quilts engage us, quilts and emotional connections, why quilts matter
41 comments

I recently stumbled across a discussion guide about "Why Quilts Matter", and I want to explore in detail some of the questions within the guide book. Today, the question that jumped right out and grabbed me is: What kinds of emotional connections do we have with quilts, and why do they engage us? It is hard to know where to start...

Yvonne @Quilting Jetgirl
Quilter | Designer | Tech Editor | Blogger

Yvonne is a former aerospace engineer turned modern quilter, designer, and technical editor. She was introduced to quilting by her paternal grandmother in high school when her grandmother offered to hand quilt a twin-size quilt to use in her college dorm room if Yvonne made the quilt top. Now, over 25 years later, Yvonne has developed a style that bridges her technical background and love of bold color, specializing in curves, transparency color play, and bold, geometric designs. Yvonne’s quilts have been featured in numerous national and international magazines, quilt shows, and books.