It’s an exciting day! Today I am announcing a new book, Quick Column Quilts, a Blog Tour, and a 3-part Sewing With Nancy miniseries to watch online (click here) or on PBS. There’s a lot going on!
First, The Sewing With Nancy TV Miniseries on Quick Column Quilts
The Quick Column Quilts miniseries available on PBS, or watch online by clicking here. Column quilts are ideal projects for quilting newbies and fresh concepts for quilting enthusiasts. During this 3-part series and in the book, I’ll show you how to replace traditional quilt blocks with sleek columns of fabric.
The Heartbeat Column Quilt
The design bears only a vague similarity to an echocardiogram, yet I think you can see why I chose that name! Like the rhythms of the heart, the peaks and valleys of the fabric provide a pleasing and a rhythmic movement. The stitching may be quick, yet the pleasing result is long-lasting. This is a great beginner quilting project.
Heartbeat Column Quilt—Double, Queen, or King-sized
Not limited to a baby or lap quilt, the Heartbeat Column Quilt is ideal for larger quilts. Using gray, white, and black prints with a neutral background, the quilt design takes on a modern look. To adjust to the large bed-quilt sizes, just vary the number, width, and length of the columns.
Interrupted Column Quilt
This speedy queen-sized quilt is designed with a very easy lesson in color coordination. Simply find a print you love for the narrow columns, and choose five colors from the print to use for the column colors. The interruptions—horizontal strips—stop the lengthwise movement while creating an artistic design.
Blog Tour Stops
To showcase my new book, Quick Column Quilts, and the companion TV series, you’ll be able to take a tour through the book via a Blog Tour. I’m pleased to announce that 27 bloggers have featured various projects or techniques. Please follow along!
- Nancy Zieman
- Quilt Taffy
- Simple Simon & Co.
- Diary of a Quilter
- Stitchin Jenny
- A Woman a Day
- Jina Barney Designz
- Lilac Lane Patterns
- Totally Stitchin’
- Esch House Quilts
- The Cottage Mama
- Designs in Machine Embroidery
- Pat Sloan
- Happy Valley Primitive
- Doohikey Designs
- Quilt in a Day
- Quilt Dad
- Just Arting Around
- Lazy Girl Designs
- Marie-Madeline Studio
- Always Expect Moore
- Polka Dot Chair
- Amy Lou Who Sews
- Riley Blake Designs
- Indygo Junction
- Amy’s Creative Side
Watch Quick Column Quilts (Part One, Part Two, and Part Three) on Sewing With Nancy online.
Sewing With Nancy on Public TV
We have the great fortune of having Sewing With Nancy air on 91% of all Public TV markets. Your local PBS programmer determines when the new season will begin. Often, the new programming begins later on TV. Check your local Public TV and/or Create TV listing for the new season, which begins with Sew Simple with Rectangles & Squares.
Bye for now,
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I absolutely love bright colors of fabrics and how they play together. I made my first quilt for years ago for my first grandchild. I’ve made over 40 since then. I’m hooked! I have more fabric in my stash than I will ever be able to sell before I die. But I’m sure going to have a great time trying to do it all!
Really taken with the column bag concept. Making some for gifts (and myself).
I just love making quilts
i just love making quilts, thanks
I love the patterns.
Quilting is something I enjoy. It is something do for me. I love playing with fabric and making something my own – which can be a keepsake or a gift. I’ve done it for about three years, and I’d love to win!
Quilting is my form of creative expression … and my therapy! Need both to stay sane! Great looking book! Congratulations!
I started hand quilting many years ago. Made plastic templates and drew around them and cut them out with scissors . Now many, many years later I sew quilts with my sewing machine. I quilt to showcase the quilts on my wall at home. They are also great gifts, one a Sun Bonnet Sue quilt for a Christmas present. Quilts are beautiful works of art and you can make them any size, use any color and quilt them your way. I also get a lot of comments on how beautiful they are and ‘ can’t believe you made that”.
Awesome machine.. A friend and I started a quilting group at church and we quilt baby and small children quilts for the sheriff’s dept. and this machine would come in so handy.. We’ve been going strong for about 4 years now and getting bigger..
I love quilting! I’m new and still perfecting my skills, but I really enjoy it! What a great giveaway! I got my fingers crossed!
I want to perfect my quilting because I’d like to make some nice quilts to take to the cancer (chemo) center for the patients. This is a wonderful giveaway and thanks for the chance.
I want to become a better quilter because I really treasure the quilts people have made for me. I have some very well-loved quilts from my grandmother and aunts, and I want to be sure to pass that skill along. I want my kids to grow up wrapped in quilts made just for them. I want my nieces and nephews to use my quilts to make forts. I want my quilts to live in the trunk of a car to be at the ready for picnicking and star gazing. I want to make something that is always present in our lives. I want my family and friends to know that as long as they have a quilt from me, they have a little piece of my heart.
I am new to quilting and am loving it! I have finished a lap quilt and am currently working on another one. So far, I have kept it very basic but would love to learn free-motion quilting!
Happy quilting!
Becky
I am oldie but a newbie at quilting… Have sewn for 55 years but only started quilted this last winter and fell in love again at 73. Love the ability to be ‘me’ with colors, design, fabric, project size and most of all, to see the expression in the faces of those I love when I make them a gift from my passion to give a part of myself while alive.
I deal with a lot of pain due to illness and started watching your show and got excited about quilting. I took a class with my daughter and we loved it. I have never been much of a sewer but this just took over my inhibitions over actually being able to accomplish a quilt. Thanks to your weekly TV show I have enjoyed quilting. it’s a great way to keep my mind busy and not on my pain. Thanks so much for showing even the average person that quilting is so much fun!!
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Started sewing when my daughters were young. I am now into quilting and making totes with lots of pockets. Love cutting the fabric and sewing the pieces together to make great stars or blocks. Thank you for the opportunity to win.
I quilt because it I love to create something no one else has ever created. And I love to think about the person the quilt is going to while I am making it. It keeps me calm and sane in an insane world.
I quilt because I love to create and I cannot draw, paint or craft! It is such a joy to go into my sewing room and lose myself and my problems. There is peace in cutting, piecing and sewing my creations, then quilting it. And I love making them with one of my loved ones in mind. It keeps me sane in an insane world!
I am a newbie to quilting….I have always envied the talents of quilters but never felt I could keep up until I started watching some of Nancy’s tutorials on her website. Thank you so much for the inspiration you provide for all of us. Keep on quiltin’!!
I love all Nancy’s books and have several. I never miss her show because she’s taught me to sew and I always learn something. The column book looks great and I’d love to make more modern quilts.
I have been sewing on and off for years, just recently I have discovered the wonderful world of quilting. I am now obsessed with every aspect, I just love it. My sewing machine is a 50 year old kenmore which I love, but an upgrade would be very useful. Thanks for the opportunity.
I love the thrill of seeing a quilt develop and being able to make someone happy by giving it away.
I am new to quilting but it has been my way of coping. I really love it. My husband got diagnosed with cancer last year and since then we’ve been overwhelmed with everything. I have been able to find my calm and happiness in sewing and quilting. Thanks for the giveaway.
Quilting is relaxing for me. I love your new book, saw you on PBS last week making the tumbler quilt, awesome! Thanks for the opportunity!
i am a learning 2 year old because i have been quilting for 2 years but really love to make quilts and give them away
I a new quilter. I’ve made some small projects, Baby quilts. I’m just finishing up a queen size quilt for a wedding gift and I must say it has turned out quite well. I have been sewing with Nancy for many years making skirts, dresses and things for myself. Have also done a lot of sewing for my two boys. Love the column quilts.
I am a strong beginner, I guess. I have been in love with quilting and patchwork since forever (great grandmother and great aunt were both quilters) and have really loved the modern quilting movement, although I have a great love for more traditional designs as well. I have created a number of patchwork projects but have never completed a full size quilt. Taking on something bigger than a table runner or baby quilt is a little scary. But I know I’ll do it one day.
I am a fairly new quilter, returning to sewing as a pass-time after many years away. I find the sewing/quilting process both relaxing and rewarding. I love creating and gifting my creations to family and friends. Quilting has allowed me to learn new sewing skills and to create projects that I hope will become cherished gifts to those I love. I have watched Nancy on TV for years and have learned so much from her. Thank you for the opportunity to win.
I quilt, in part, because I love puzzles and a quilt is like a large puzzle with pieces to fit carefully together. The piecing is my favorite part, but I enjoy the binding because it’s the easiest part and when I get to it I know I’m almost finished! By that time the puzzle is complete and I’m ready to share the warmth.
Quilting is my passion… I love every part of it, especially the hand quilting!! The best part is surprising someone with a gift of homemade love!
I quilt because with four little ones, I need something that I do just for me
I want to learn to quilt more proficiently because I’m inspired by my grandmother who was a professional seamstress and skilled quilter. My mom sewed, knitted,and crocheted, but did not quilt, so I didn’t learn quilting growing up as I did the other fiber skills.
I quilt to be a part of my mom’s tradition, and my grandmothers’ too! I grew up with my mom’s sewing and tried all sorts of other things, like throwing clay and painting with oils and watercolors. While I love them, and excelled to an extent, nothing has captivated me like quilting and sewing. I expect to be at it for the rest of my life, just like those before me have
Quilting is a creative outlet for me and gives me an opportunity to give a little of myself to family, friends, and charity. It also gives me an excuse to have a stash of beautiful fabrics!
I quilt because it’s fun, creative, and beautiful! I’m also teaching my daughters to quilt, which is even more fun!
I learned to sew from my grandma. My mom didn’t want anything to do with sewing. I love to make baby quilts. My husbands side of the family had 12 babies born within the last 2 years. And 2 of them were my grandchildren. So I have lots of fun picking out fabrics I think the moms would like.
So excited to find your blog, love catching you on PBS! I am new to quilting, just completed (and gave away) my first lap quilt. I have found that I need to upgrade my sewing machine, saw that you use a Babyloc & have located the closest dealer to me.
Hi Nancy, I love this new book. I’ve freemotion quilted a bag in the past. I’m looking forward to do another quilt bag.
Maggie
I started quilting after my mom passed away. It was so therapeutic! Of course, my project of choice was a king size quilt! I’ve been in love ever since!
I got interested in quilting when I saw a couple of terrific applique quilts at my dentist’s office. His mother did them.
I quilt because I love to sew and wanted to branch out beyond clothing and home dec. Added bonus: quilting doesn’t require extensive fitting!
Oh, my goodness! Such awesomeness! I am a beginning quilter. I LOVE the creativity. Thank you, Nancy and all the sponsors!
I sew and make quilts because I cannot “not” do it! It seems to be hardwired into my system and it brings me such joy!
I quilt because it helps distract my mind from any worries I may have and relaxes me. I love fabric and working with it gives me a feeling of accomplishment. I feel good when I am quilting, I am so grateful I am able to do it.
I quilt because I love to play with color and design…and I’m always thrilled to be able to bless others with something I’ve made.
I quilt because I must make things, and quilting gives me a chance to play with colour in a way that knitting or dyeing yarn and fabric don’t. I can throw things together quickly or take my time, I can unpick things I don’t like, though I can’t un-cut them! And then I can give a lovely quilt to someone else or for some quilts keep them for myself!
Many years ago I watched Nancy show how to sew a log cabin quilt; I was enthralled. I decided that I wanted to do that, too. It was many years before I made a quilt; my first one was a baby quilt with pinwheels. Most of my quilt projects have been table runners and mats. I sew for the reasons that have been listed numerous times – gift-giving, stress-relief, enjoyment of combining colors and shapes, creative elements, fulfillment, charity, etc. Nancy’s new book and the creative output of many bloggers are inspiring! Thank you.
Quilting is my stress reliever. It keeps me sane. Congrats on an awesome book!
Thanks for the blog tour and the lovely book.
It was a fun time on the tour to see all the beautiful quilts. Can’t wait to get at mine.
I started quilting when I was asked to make a quilt to be a “guest book” at a wedding. I made a large art quilt of the lake they live on and everyone signed the back. I was definitely in over my head and decided to learn how to do things right
I’m still making art quilts ten years later.
I am a seasoned sewer/quilter and I just love to create something special from raw materials such as fabric, thread and a sewing machine.
Who doesn’t love a warm comfy quilt? And when it’s made by someone you love, well that’s just icing on the cake.
I am new to quilting, but have always been fascinated with sewing, so much, that I received my first sewing machine when I turned 16. Most girls would have wanted a car, I was very happy with my Singer Machine. I’d be really thrilled to own a machine as nice as this one in the give away. My life journey is on a new patch now. I have somewhat semi-retired after teaching for 25 years. I want to learn more quilting techniques and pass my love for this craft down to my girls.
I quilt because I love the comfort that comes out of an idea and pieces of fabric. The giver and the receiver both feel good.
I quilt because it makes me feel so good!!! I’m quite new but I sew a lot and I love giving quilts out to family and friends! There’s nothing better than giving something I loved making to someone who goes crazy over it! Unfortunately for me I am seriously reigned in by budget aaas I’m sure a lot of people are, but anyone of these prizes would be a total dream for me!!!! 1000 people have commented so far so I can see people feel the same as me!!!
Quilting is a complete blessing. 90% of my quilting is for charity, a great ministry!
I love quilting from fabric selection, pattern to the actual quilting. Quilting is so relaxing and I try and get sometime in my sewing room everyday and don’t feel like the world is right unless I get to spend time in my sewing room.
I quilt joyously because it allows me to say “I love you” to those I make quilted projects for, in a most wonderful way. Little beats the way receivers look as they cuddle their gift.
Thank you so much for this generous giveaway! I tried quilting many years ago but stopped when children-job-parents cares overwhelmed me. Time for a new beginning!
I just love the beauty of quilting. Each quilt tells a story and brightens your day. I am just a beginner and I am having trouble keeping a steady pace with free motion quilting. It doesn’t look as good as I want it to. I will look for more of your tips. I also need help with matching up fabrics so I am starting to buy some precuts which are just wonderful.
I enjoy quilting for the creativity, seeing how the ideas in my head look as a finished product. I also like being able to give gifts with more meaning to them.
Why I quilt…to escape and release the pressures of everyday life. I work full time and quilting is so relaxing. I would love to win any of the prizes mentioned, but especially your book. Thanks for having the contest.
HI, I love to quilt and charity quilts are my passion!
Thanks Nancy for all you’ve given to the world of stitching!
I love to quilt, but I have no idea how to follow an actual sewing pattern! Seems strange when I can easily follow a quilt pattern! In general I quilt for my sanity and my family. It’s my “me” time and just what I do!
My Mother loved quilting and was so talented. I know I will never be that good, but I love doing small projects.
I quilt because I love giving a gift that comes from my heart for someone I care about. It can be a stress reliever when life gets hectic. I love the feel of fabric between my fingers and the color in quilts makes me smile. I’ve quilted for years but now do more quilting as I’ve settled in to retirement. Love the preview of the new column book quilts and will buy it! I watch you every chance I get on my local PBS station and love your tips and methods.
Wow! Great prizes. Thanks for the chance.
Oh, I’m excited about watching this new miniseries, and seeing the designs in your new book, Nancy!!
I need to create, to make… and I have done so, all my life! I’ve loved sampling and learning all kinds of arts… and have especially enjoyed the tactile, fiber arts…! When I semi-retired, I could spend more time sewing, and found myself drawn to designing, creating… playing!!.. with fabric, and making quilts!
Thank you!!
Pat T.
in Michigan
Now that I am retired, quilting has become one of my greatest passions. Whether it be quilting by myself or with a bunch of friends, it is wonderful.
I quilt because it lets me play with fun fabrics. And make unique gifts for those I love.
I’m a textile junky and I LOVE modern and art quilts! Thanks for the super give-away!
I love sewing. I want this quilt book. I have recently joined a prayer quilt ministry at my church. Love these projects.
I am so ready to try making a quilt after seeing all the fun quilts in the new book of Nancy’s, I really think this is something I can do.
I have not created a quilt yet but this one appears to take some of the “how do I did that” fear away! Love the simplicity but modern look of these quilts.
I love to quilt; to try new techniques, to share with others, to be creative with fabric & thread, to “covet” fabrics with wonderful design, texture, and feel, and to create lasting treasures.
What a wonderful giftaway! Thanks for the chance to win. No one in my family before me ever quilted, but once I joined a quilt bee and took several workshops .. I was hooked. Now it is my passion, my solitude, my opportunity to teach my 10 yr.old granddaughter an art, and a chance to make quilts to keep my family warm and loved. I also enjoy making quilts to donate.. to Quilts of Valor, local charities, and soon to be finished a Passage quilt. (A Passage quilt covers the gurney when a funeral home removes the body from a home, nursing home or hospital.) It is such a comfort to the family of the deceased.
At 70 I was always admiring quilts so took a class, it didn’t take much to get hooked. I find it a stress reliever, and it helps to pass the time of day, and also gives me a creative way of making something to pass on to family.
Wow! You’re almost to 1,000 comments! I quilt because it’s my creative outlet, and also because it frees my mind and blocks out all the loudness that interrupts my day
I was in graduate school and saw a darling baby quilt in an exclusive shop in San Francisco. It cost $50 and I said.. (famous last words) “I could make that!”. 45 years later I keep saying the same thing.
Quilting is my passion and creative outlet. I spend several hours daily in my sewing room. This summer I’ve been playing with my 2 1/2-inch strips and have the blocks made for 3 quilts. Assembling blocks isn’t one of my favorite parts of the quilting process, but I have a plan for these . . .
I like to sew anytime of the day or night. Even a bad day at sewing is better than no sewing at all!! I think that says it all! You new book looks so fun! Love quick and easy projects. . . thanks, Nancy! You have the best ideas!! –And the blog tours are fun too!
I love playing with the textures and colors of fabric to dream about, plan for and create quilt blocks. Nancy, you’ve been an inspiration and a resource for me for as long as I can remember. I grew up in WI and I feel as though I have known you all my life!
I haven’t done a lot of quilting in the past. But I love color and geometrics and a lot of the modern quilting patterns are grabbing my interest. And Pinterest has become an addiction with so many ideas for neat art quilts. Took my very first class about free motion quilting at the Quilt Expo and hope to try it out soon.
I quilt to de-stress and to challenge my creative side!
I got married 2 years ago & moved to a new state where I knew no-one. I taught myself how to quilt while I was looking for a job. I had to quit my job due to a heart condition. Now I quilt all the time to relax me and I donate most of the quilts I make. I enjoy creating something from nothing!
Thank goodness I found your site before it goes to cyber storage. I love the quilts shown from your new book. And I am looking forward to revisiting the rest of the contributing blogs! Thanks so much for all your inspiration!
I quilt for myself, for gifts for others, and for donated quilts to various local charities. I love the planning, executing and completing of a project on my own. All of my quilts are hand quilted or tied.
I love sewing and am beginning to quilt. My mother taught me to sew on an old treadle machine she found at a sale in 1968. I was 11. I sure could make that machine rock. Mom started me on sewing those boring straight stitch lines so I could get that 5/8″ seam allowance. Then she had me mending. She’d work with me one garment piece at a time. I never sewed a thing/project until I was 15. Just mending. I got really good at putting zippers in. 6 years ago I constructed my first baby quilt. Since then I have finished many quilt tops into usable quilts. I continue to make baby quilts. This year I am to make 2 T-shirt quilts. I have a dream quilt I want to make for myself as I haven’t ever made a quilt that I kept. I would love to have someone teach me more about quilting and quilt as you go techniques. I am learning as I go. My seam ripper is my best friend and worst enemy. I want to tell all quilters everywhere Keep creating, always have a next quilt in mind. Sew on.
I consider myself a seasoned stitched, but a beginner quilter. I have always admired the quilt work of others, but didn’t have the time or patience to learn. Now I do! I am soaking up as much information as I can and would love to win a new machine to put my knowledge in practice! Thanks for the giveaway!
Quilting is a relaxing past time. I enjoy the challenge of choosing fabrics for my quilting creations. Thanks for more great ideas and techniques in this series.
I quilt to be happy. There are so many things I must do each day, quilting is my pleasure and it makes me happy. Life is too short not to enjoy the simple pleasures, I take time to let my heart soar.
I give most of my quilts away. I am starting to actually make one for us.
I quilt to express myself.
I love to quilt because I know I’m sharing my love with family and friends. I’m getting ready to share the warmth and love of quilts with people I won’t know. But can you think of a better way to share and spread love other than giving a quilt. An instant hug when the quilt is wrapped around you.
This quote by Georgia O’Keeffe sums up how I feel about fabric and quilting – “I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way–things I had no words for.”
There are two reasons why I quilt. I love to create useful items with fabric and thread; working the fabric and seeing the colours come together in pleasing harmony fills me with joy. I love to create items for other people; gifts that provide comfort, warmth or pleasure give meaning to sharing what talents I have.
I have been quilting since I was in high school, over 35years now. My mom just let me use everything she had. There are many things I have learned over the years, some trial and error. Now I enjoy finding thing new on Pinterest etc. I look forward to working through my enormous stash of fabric in the years to come. Thanks for the inspiration.
I started quilting in the early 1980′s. The are so many things I love about quilting; it is so relaxing, no matter what kind of day I have had (even really bad days) when I sit down to quilt it all goes away. So I guess its therapy for me and someone is going to get something that is truly made with “love”. I will be retiring in a couple of months and am so looking forward to years of quilting.
A friend of mine wanted to take quilting lessons and asked if I would join her. I thought “sure, why not” even though I hadn’t the first clue how to use a sewing machine. Fast forward 3 years and I’m having a blast!! I’ve made things for my family and friends, my house and even craft shows. Needless to say I’m hooked LOL Thank you again for a chance to win
I love that quilting is so dynamic! New technics and fabrics. New books and notions. So much inspiration from fellow quilters!
I quilt because it feeds my creative side. I get totally lost in the whole quilting procedure from beginning to end, and when I have sewn the last stitch onto the binding, I have usually planned my next project. Thanks!
I really liked the London Chimes Quilt with the London fabric. I think I will get the book and try that one.
I quilt to create. I just joined a block of the month mystery quilt group. It has been a challenge for me learning different techniques. I have learned that quilting tools help make a better product. I have enjoyed your show throughout the years. Thanks so much for the educational experience.
I love to quilt and teach others to quilt. For me it is a inspiring to create things for others to enjoy. Creating a quilt is a kaleidoscope of colors and shapes to match the personality of the recipient. Quilting is much more satisfying than therapy.
I have been quilting for awhile due to encouragement from my sister Karla who owns Cherrywood Fabrics. I am recovering from breast cancer surgery .and watching your show, your webinar, and this tour as a way to get back. Hopefully I will be seeing again soon!!
I am on disability now and have dreamed of quilting again, now that I have “time on my hands”… winning any of these prizes would get me started !!!
I quilt because I enjoy giving my love through the quilts I make. Giving those I love a quilt that I made makes my heart happy.
I quilt because it keeps me sane! I firmly believe that all stay-at-home moms need some kind of outlet where they can go for a bit of “me” time every single day. Quilting keeps my whole family happy.
With retirement a year ago, I’ve returned to quilting as an obsession. Although through all these past years I have followed Nancy’s program on PBS. My goal is to make quilts for 12 grandchildren and many other family members. I love the changes I’ve seen in the quilting industry. The fabrics are to die for! All the new techniques are exciting. And the modern designs add a new dimension to quilt making. I can’t wait to try some of the quilts in this new book. Thanks for the opportunity!
Love the ideas that have been shown! Think I have found my 1st quilt pattern!
I am always so inspired by Nancy’s creations and her guest bloggers. I have way too many ideas running through my head. There are not enough hours in a day and days in a week. I quilt mostly for and with church making quilts for homeless & inner city souls. Some of what we make goes around the world via Lutheran World Relief. We make quilts for their functionality. We use up-cycled bedding, and any donated fabric we receive. In the fall, we cover the pews with the quilts for 2 church services. It is so beautiful to see the various colors and designs, and all those crazy fabrics we had to use. It is very rewarding.
Quilting is a therapy to me. It keeps my mind and hands busy with creating. There is always something new to learn. I love the feel of working with fabrics. I can use the same pattern with different colors of fabric and they will look totally different! It’s a great feeling to make something from start to finish!
I learned to love sewing on the lap of my Grandma while she worked a treadle…..the last thing she ever gave me that she made for me was a Lone Star Quilt….I have finally found a method I think I dare to try….lol and the colors I want to use….Quilting is my “therapy”…..Go “touch fabric” works every time
I was wondering how many times one had to send you a comment from this blog tour. Interesting to see what others are making from your new book.
I quilt so my family can wrap themselves in the quilts I make and know that they are loved by me. I hope my quilts give reassurance, love and comfort to them.
I love to quilt because I’m obsessed with color and patterns. I like making things that are beautiful and useful and do something good for someone else.
I am still a beginner but am having fun learning how to make quilts. It stretches my creativity and is a wonderful outlet from stressful days of work. I love giving my quilts and projects to friends and family. Thanks for the generous giveaway!
How. Much. Fun!!!
So inspiring
I quilt because there is something powerful about creating…and even more powerful about giving that creation to someone.
I began quilting to give me something to channel my anxiety into. I have a little machine that my husband got me second hand, and once i get better im hoping to expand what i am able to do! i love the learning process, that there has to be technicality along with creativity makes it so fulfilling!
I love to Quilt small projects a vest or a purse.Lets me get my creative juices going without investing a large ant of time
I quilt for my family. Your new book looks super fun and totally modern.
Quilts make such wonderful, unique, thoughtful and practical gifts – I’d love to learn how to do it!
My first 2 quilts took 12 and 15 years respectively to complete. I revisited quilting last year and now have over a dozen completed. I am so fascinated with quilting. So very fascinated. Love the blogs and the community. Love the fabrics and the patterns.
Thanks for this give away. Thanks so much.
I love to sew but I would love to learn to quilt. My husband got diagnosed with colon and rectal cancer a year ago and we are still fighting this. He has to go everyweek for treatments and they will be over in January. I would like to make him a quilt to celebrate the end of his treatments.
I restarted my sewing machine last year (after MANY years) to learn quilting. I found there is a vibrant community of sewists – and I am excited to become part of it! I would love to win an updated machine – or any of the other prizes! Watching Nancy on TV is a RELAXING and informative experience. Thanks for being there, Nancy.
Although I’ve been sewing all my life, I’m a relative newbie to patchwork quilting — perhaps 5 years now. I love the creative process, seeing the pieces come together like artwork! I’m completely hooked!
Thanks for the chance to win! Either way, I hope to get my hands on your new book! I’ve really enjoyed the bloghop!
I have been sewing all my life but mostly since I was laid off from my job 5 yrs ago. I have never completed a quilt but I do have a dozen completed squares just waiting fo learn “how to”. I learned sew much from Nancy’s show when it was on a couple years ago, sadly it is no longer airing in our area
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Judi, if you’re unable to watch SWN in your area, watch online a http://www.nancyzieman.com Over 80 of the most recent episodes are online.
I am learning to quilt by reading blogs and watching online videos. It is so much fun….even the flub ups because they make me laugh at myself. This is a fabulous give away, thanks for the chance to win.
I am a quilting novice. I eat, sleep and breathe quilting ideas. I love color and shapes and textures. This book is so intriguing! The show on PBS have been so inspiring. Thank you, Nancy!
i love to keep my hands busy, and away from the computer keyboard, for at least one hour yesterday. i’m into paper quilting, but maybe it’s time to step out of my comfort zone and dive into fabric quilting!
I started quilting just a year ago on a very simple project and fell in love! I’m excited for your book since I am still a beginner. Thanks for the chance to win some fabulous prizes!
I have always loved sewing. A few years ago I started making bags. Now I make quilts. Love your book on modern quilts.
Hi!! Your new book looks great! I can’t wait to check out your series online! I started quilting almost two years ago. I made a I spy book for my then 1year old. While researching how to sew the book I saw a baby quilt I loved in a book. I decided to try to make that next having never touched a sewing machine before! Anyway, I did it and have been hooked ever since!! I love making quilts for my daughter and friends!! I love the creativity and the way it relaxes me!! Thank you!!!
I learned to sew almost 40 years ago when I was 8. I’ve mostly sewn apparel and costumes that time. I’m definitely a newbie quilter and love all the gorgeous quilting fabrics out there. I’m looking forward to finally making some quilts and using my stash!
I didn’t know that a quilt was different from a store bought blanket until I was in college. A good friend had a quilt her grandmother made for her and each fabric represented something important about my friend and told the story of her personality. After I had my children I had the urge to create and knew I wanted to make something meaningful, like my friends quilt, for my daughters. I’ve just started quilting about a year so I am still learning but I already love it!
Although both sets of grandmothers and my own mother are master quilters, I have never done a full quilt all by myself. I know basic technique but the thought of jumping into one alone is sort of scary. I would love to have a little more confidence in my quilting.
I’ve been quilting for about 10 years and I love it! I’m currently working on new bed quilts for kids.
I’m new to quilting but I really like the finished product – what a work of love! My next project is a quilt for my mom, using dress shirts from her dad who passed away in March. Thanks for the chance to win!
I have been learning Machine Emb. & Quilting since 2009, I love it, quilting relaxes me, its a stress reliever, I am disabled, & its getting harder for me to lift my machine & take it to classes, as the drs. really dont want me lifting because of spine problems. It has taken me a while to learn how to cut strips without the waves, I love learning new techniques. I also quilt for veterans, hospice & for the ones that have alzheimers, I belong to a local quilt group, we are always making chairity quilts for those that need comfort. I love the quilts in your book, the colors are amazing, i am still learning about color & value in a quilt, the modern quilts have peaked an interest. You make things so easy for me to understand Nancy, I do appreciate all that you do, thank you for giving me a chance to win.
Linda King
I’m a newbie quilter and am enjoying learning new techniques. Funny that the name of “Heartbeat” column quilt strikes a familiar chord with me, since my Father just had open heart surgery, I’ve been taking my sewing machine to his home as I help in his recuperation and spend the idle time sewing away. This new book will definitely be in my arsenal, with the heartbeat quilt first on my to do list! Thank you, Nancy!!
Last week I attended my first quilt show and immediately joined a group of ladies who ‘quilt to give’. I am new to traditional quilting and is inspired by all things.
My sewing machine is a little dusty and now that my kids are big enough to keep fingers out of the way, I’m anxious to see if I remember how to do anything with it. I’ve been looking at basic quilt patterns and am summoning up the courage to try one.
have only just found your blog, have been missing out on so much but now will get it all in my in box, have been quilting for 2 years so still very much a baby having come from the embroidery route.
I quilt to create something that will provide warmth and a sense of caring. I can’t think of a better way to say, “I care!” Quilting gives the sewer a world without boundaries to enjoy. No quilt is the same. I like the column quilts.
What a fun giveaway. I quilt because it calms me. It gives me a sense of accomplishment. It gives me a chance to be creative. And it gives me a chance to learn new things. Thanks!
I try to quilt every day and so do enjoy it. Your new book looks great thanks for the opportunity.
I quilt because when I sew, the pieces in my head fall back into place. It’s like meditation for me, while my hands are busy my mind becomes still.
I’m a fairly new quilter, and I realized I just love the artistic creativity of putting just the right fabrics together in the right pattern – just like a painter puts the right paints to the right canvas. Inspiring!
I have been quilting 3 years and I just joined a Modern Quilt Guild as I have no clue, Quick Column Quilts would be a great help. Thanks for a chance to win.
I’ve sewn for years and I’m just getting into quilting. I always thought it would take up too much time so I never tried it until recently. I saw a pattern for a seaside quilt that I fell in love with so now I have all the time in the world to make a quilt.
Looking forward to making lots of them.
Just saw your episode on PBS on Tumbling Tumblers and fell in love with your versions of line quilts. The modern feel is very attractive and fun at the same time. I am buying your book right now,
I’ve been quilting for about 30 years…and I quilt because I usually give the quilts to friends and family. I enjoy the serenity of quilting, and while I am making a quilt, it gives me the time to think about the person I am making it for, and remember all of the moments we shared. It also gives me time to pray for that particular person, and all of the blessings in my life. I make Quilts for Kids, and want to start making Quilts of Valor. Mom (87) and I hand quilt many of my quilts together… Thank you, Nancy, for your inspiration and talent…
I haven’t started to quilt yet. I’m in the acquiring magazines and books phase! lol I sewed garments for years for my children but now that they’re older not so much. But I still have quite the stash! So I thought a great way to enjoy my fabric collection would be to learn to quilt.
I love to quilt altho just really a beginner- I love to try fabrics with different prints and colors and mix them in my mind-sewing and quilting are my therapy and take me away for hours !
I would love to quilt more, i think the column technique would help me do that!
The only craft I love more than quilting is to turn alot of my blocks into purses. I meet every Tuesday with a 86 year old lady to sew.
What a neat ideas from Lazy Girl Designs, using your column quilts to make Bags. I like small quilts so doll quilts come to mind. Have a few little girls that will love to have them.
This new book looks like a fun and easy way to get a new quilt. I love quilting and being in contact with other quilters.
I began sewing at age 11, exactly 50 years ago this month, when I started 7th grade. I only began quilting about 7 years ago, when I joined a chapter of Quilts for Kids. I initially began quilting to donate quilts to sick children, but found myself among a great many talented, skilled, and warm quilters who inspired my creativity. Now I quilt for so many reasons, but all revolve around expressing myself through color and fabric. I have found, like so many others, that quilting is addictive!
My grandmother quilted before I knew her but I have two of her quilts. She inspired me and at age 15 I started sewing. I am the only one in a large family who does. I now have 14 grandkids and many many quilts to make.
Nancy, your books and patterns are the best on the web and written so well that it is easy to follow the patterns and even create from them for many projects. You are a sewing treasure!
I love to create projects for special people in my life. I watch Sewing with Nancy for inspirations. Thanks for the chance to win.
I quilt because it is an expression of art for me. It is something that I can make myself. It will be around for years to come.
The quilts look beautiful and easy to complete. Yes, I can see them made into tote bags (Lazy Girl Designs), wall hangings, and place mats for me.Thanks
Looks like a lot of great quilting ideas!
I quilt because I enjoy to sew. Now that I have grandkids there is always a quilt in the works as they grow older. I see a new tote bag using the columns design!
I started quilting reading knitters blogs who also quilted. The delicious prints. Six years later I have a fabric stash as big as my yarn stash. I love quilting for the creative possibilities, learning cool tricks and the comradery(sp?)
When a gift is made by you to give to others, such as a quilt, is special. Watching the quilt come together can give you a great sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
I quilt because I like playing with fabric. Congratulations on the book and thanks for the chance to win.
When my children were young I quilted out of necessity. I now quilt it because I love to quilt. It is fun to gather fabrics of many colors to create a wonderful, functional piece of art.
Thank you so much for all the awesome ideas! These blogposts gave me a great idea for a baby quilt I will be making in the near future. I have just dabbled I. Quilting for years but have just entered a quilt in the State Fair for the first time. Wish me luck!
Thank you do much for the awesome ideas! I have a baby girl quilt to make soon and this gives me so many ideas! I just got I to quilting and have my first quilt entered in the State Fair. Wish me luck!
I quilt because it’s in my genes and I love it.
I quilt for those I love! Quilting is my dopamine!
I have always felt the need to express myself artistically and the only medium with which I feel comfortable is fabric
Why do I quilt? I have always felt the need to express myself artistically and fabric is the only medium with which I feel comfortable.
I love to make baby quilts for my family & friends! Love to see them used & well lived!!
I plan my Saturdays around Sewing With Nancy!!
I quilt for my enjoyment and to leave a small piece of myself for loved ones.
I quilt because it is a creative outlet for me. I love the feel of fabric and the joy of creating something of beauty to share with friends and family. I guess you could say that quilting is in my blood, both my grandmothers quilted as did my mother.
Hi Nancy! Love your shows on PBS . . . though I love the fact that I can watch online too . . . since sometimes your show is on way past my bedtime
) So thanks for making your shows available. I learned to quilt by taking a class at a local quilt shop about 30 years ago. The Log Cabin Quilt in a Day was the first quilt pattern I made. Rotary cutters & mats were not yet invented . . . I’ve feeling a bit seasoned 
) . . . not old, just seasoned! I was really excited about quilting because of the color! I love color & fabric was a great way to “play”. Thank you Nancy for all the inspiration you have give to me & others over the years!
I have sewn since high school, mostly clothes and home decor, made quilts for my children 30 years ago, then 2 years ago I discovered quilting blogs and the beautiful fabrics now available and haven’t stopped since! Definitely my chosen therapy!!
Quilting makes my heart happy. I grew up sewing with my grandmother – even going to a monthly quilting bee with her. I took many years out to raise my kiddo and she’s off to college and I’m remarried and pulled out the sewing machine to play. I’m a quick study – I already have about 6 different projects going which seems to be the norm with quilters.
I love quilting because it allows me to express myself creatively and flex my brain muscles with the quilt math. Gifting something handmade is awesome.
Quilting satisfies my need to make and my love of fabric. I really like the heartbeat quilt such a great modern look.
I quilt for me time, selfish sewing, non mom time!
I quilt for many reasons…1st off is because I love it! I love to make quilts for my daughters (& they are also getting interested in quilting). Quilting is my stress relief & I never get tired of doing it! It’s always exciting! Thanks so much for the awesome giveaways!
I love the colors and textures of quilting and the creative outlet it provides. I have quilts in every room of our house – they decorate walls, tables, and beds. I like to give quilts, share quilting ideas, and try new techniques.
I quilt because some of my most vivid memories of childhood involve my mother and great-grandmother making quilts or using the quilts that they made. It connects me to them and the love of quilting must just be in my blood.
I have been quilting for years. I love watching your shows while I quilt.
I quilt to carve out a little bit of time for myself in between the other roles in my life – high school teacher, small scale poultry and veggie farmer, and mama to three busy little ladies. I started in 2005 as a result of pregnancy insomnia and never looked back!
I love these quilts. I’m new to quilting but finding time is hard. This will be another book and CD I’m purchasing to someday make. I told my husband I HAVE to retire so I can begin sewing again. Wish me luck.
I’m just learning how to quilt from my sister, Teresa, she is very patient with me. She had a Baby Lock and absolutely loves it so it sure would be great to win one!
Love your show. I have done this 3 times and don’t know if is going through.
I have a 20 something year old Brother Machine. I’ve only seen a little . I did make a small quilt. Love your show. Someday my sewing will get better. I feel a lot relaxed sewing.
I have been looking for some new ideas for charity quilts in 3 x 4 ft size – and just love your column quilts book! Thanks so much!
I have sewn off and on for 50 years (started in home ec.). Now that I am retired I want to do more quilting with more intricate ideas. I find great pleasure in the achievement when I am done. I love giving them as gifts too. My mother is my influence as she sewed for many many years and she taught me along with home ec. I even began sewing on her Singer treadle machine.
I want to learn because quilts are beautiful to look at plus they can keep us warm.
I love to piece quilts but have vision problems. The Quick Column Quilt is perfect for me! It seems very forgiving in its construction. I can’t wait to try one.
I drool over quilts and fabrics but have yet to make one! But I have booing dreams, I love that I can potentially create something so big and warm!
Quilting gives me some much needed ME time. Peace and quite and solitude.
What a great addition to modern quilting! I love the bright colors and the geometric look.
These patterns look so fun. I have my fabric ready and am going to start cutting this afternoon.
I quit sewing and quilting when I was 30 because of bad health but have decided I’m still here so I have to start all over again at 61. Thank you for your great sewing videos over the years and a chance to win.
I’ve sewn since I was in my teens. My greatest accomplishment was my wedding dress. Over the past five years, I’ve really enjoyed quilting to share as memories with family and friends … and I also teach sewing and quilting. I am inspired daily to “push” myself further … and these blogs have taken me even further with potential to include other creative modes (i.e. embroidery). Thanks for all you do for us …
I love to quilt as a way to express my creativity and love
About a year ago I decided I wanted to get back into sewing and wanted to make quilts. Fast forward to now and I got my sister back into sewing; it’s been great spending time with her.
I started sewing when I was in high school. When I got married, I sewed a lot of clothes for my children and myself. Then, I decided to try out quilting by doing a sampler quilt and I got hooked. When I would get home from working, quilting was a very relaxing time for me. I just retired and am looking forward to doing a lot of sewing. I DVR your show and watch it when I am sewing. Most of the time, I don’t get a lot of sewing done while it is on because I am too busy watching. I am a self taught quilter, so I have appreciated all the helpful information I have gotten from your show. Thanks.
Quilting is my escape. I can shut off my mind and concentrate on my sewing. The result is something beautiful and useful, so my escape has been productive as well as calming.
I am going to my first quilting retreat the first week of November to give quilting a try. I love to sew clothing and accessories. Quilting will be a new challenge for me.
I’m a beginning quilter but longtime sewer. I love the creative freedom that comes with quilting. You choose the patterns and colors and how they go together. Can’t wait to watch your new series!
It used to be cheaper than therapy! It’s relaxing, creative, and rewarding when I master a new technique.
I grew up sewing and loved it but didn’t find my true joy until I starting piecing and FMQ quilts. I never feel so free as when I’m in my sewing room creating. I also love being able to give something of myself away to others. Especially something that will be used, loved and valued. Thanks.
Wow, what a give away! Love the book and projects. Quilting is soul food for me and what a way to say “I love you” than handmade gifts!
I quilt because I love to buy beautiful fabric. You have to do something with it, right? I also grew up with my mom watching Nancy on PBS!
The quilts in your new book, Quick Column Quilts, are just beautiful. I have made one king size quilt and three wall quilts but I don’t consider myself a quilter. This book may convert me. LOL
I love all types of sewing but quilting is my favorite. I enjoy learning new things with each project I work on.
I have quilting for about 2 years. I am very interested in Modern Quilting. I cannot read your latest book about quilting in columns. Hope to make one of these quilts soon!
I have only been quilting for a couple of years and LOVE making baby quilts for new little bundles of joy entering this world. I think its a little something special to give as gift. My skills are steadily improving with every quilt.
I quilt to create, to be apart of my mother’s tradition, to be part of a larger community, to give back, to share. I love these column designs of yours!
Hi,
My 11 year old stepdaughter and I decided that quilting and sewing would be a good way for us to become closer. It’s not been easy for us, but we are both working hard to change that. Being both beginners in sewing and quilting we can certainly use as much knowledge, and help available to us. Thank you for the generous opportunity.
Hi,
My 11 year old stepdaughter and I have decided to start quilting together as a way to become closer. We are both very much beginners and eager to learn as much as we can with what resources we have.
Thank you for the generous opportunity!
I have made only a few very simple quilts in my time, but I would love to learn more. We have a very nice quilt shop in our town, and two of my friends (one is 84!) spend lots of time there. Right now my life is very busy with eldercare, but when things eventually slow down, I would like to get into quilting much more. I love to give handmade gifts to my family so that they will have something to keep, pass down, and remember.
I have always enjoyed sewing, but LOVED the beautiful quilts I would see. I’ve been quilting for 20+ years and am still not tired of it. It allows me to give of myself to others, not only in the quilts but in sharing what I’ve learned with other ladies who want to learn. It’s also given me the opportunity to meet such wonderful, giving women! I love it!
Would love to try a column quilt — not too fussy matching points. Simple, but yet use my creativity!
I like to quilt to give away to other people in need. I just love these column quilts you keep coming up with . You make it so easy and fast. It is fun to see what you will think of next.
I love to plan to mix exciting colors and fabrics together to make a one of a kind quilt.
This may be your best series ever! The quilts are fun, easy, and beautiful.
I’d love any prize, from big to small. I like the idea of your column quilts. Easy to put together. Thanks.
watch your show at 6 am in my area. making perfect circle appliques is my new obsession. so many options with this technique in quilt patterns. Love it!
I’ve completed two quilts and have plans to start more. I like the creating process and I’m working on the completing end of it. I really like the large pieces in this new book. I may be able to finish more quilts more quickly.
I started making doll clothes before I started school in 1942 and I have been sewing ever since. I have done alterations- up to a wedding dress. I love to sew. I have been collecting embroidery designs to quilt, but have not even attempted to do any yet. I have been watching Nancy for years on LPB and have learned a lot. Now is the time to start learning by trying to quilt something. This is my next goal. Hopefully I have time to before my time is up. Thanks for all of your help in showing how to do all kinds of sewing with your programs.
I first fell in love with the fabrics in a quilting shop, and began quilting from there. My favorite quilting experiences were making quilts for two grandsons with their two older girl cousins helping and learning. We had such fun and it was a great teaching experience, too.
I have been a sewist all my life. My grandmother was a professional seamstress and I acquired the love of fabric and sewing from her. I used to sew all my clothes as well as my sisters, my children, and even their children. I have always spent a lot of time in fabric and quilt shops. When I retired in 2010 I decided I wanted to start piece quilting. I had done a lot of tie and single fabric quilting but had not really pieced a quilt. I try to make at least 4-5 quilts a year, allowing me to make sure everyone in my family has at least one quilt that I made for them. My 30 year old sewing machine has been throwing fits so a new machine is in order but alas, retirement money doesn’t stretch far enough to be able to budget one in. Thanks for the chance to win. I truly would be pleased with any one of these fantastic prizes.
I’ve just begun to quilt, though I’ve been sewing for as long as I can remember. I’ve met such wonderful people who are absolutely joyful about sharing their knowledge! What a warm, creative community!
Why I quilt:
Quilting for me is a creative outlet. There is such joy in assembling fabrics to bring my ideas to life. I strive to improve my skills with every design, color choice and stitch.
Hey! And my quilt art is huggable! You get beauty, fun and comfort all together.
Quilting projects of all kinds bring joy and comfort to those blessed to receive them.
Quilting is a great way to love one another.
Why I quilt: to bless others.
I love to quilt–I love the colors , patterns and the joy of making it all come together—I have always sewed and I have always been around quilting—I was so lucky…..I can’t wait to get and sew some quilts from your new book….Thanks for the chance to win a great prize…
I quilt because it is something I am good at and it has provided me opportunities to meet many people including rock stars.
Thank you Nancy Z. for another wonderful book and tv series. I can’t wait to try the heartbeat pattern. As always you provide inspiration for beginners to expert quilters alike!
I tried to quilt in the past but stopped after one failed attempt, deeming myself unteachable. Then when I married by husband Jason, his mom (an amazing quilter) encouraged me to try… even if just one time. So I made a baby quilt for my sister-in-law and then a lap quilt for myself and then made several blocks using different patterns for each… and well… now I’m hooked. I love quilting and I think with continued practice, an open mind, and an open heart… one day I might be as good as my mother-in-law.
I quilt to relax, to “get away from it all”. I’ve been quilting since 1976 and do have the first quilt I made! Still like it.
Love the preview of the “Column quilt book” and it is making me want to do one of these. Our guild chapter is making lap quilts for vets to give to the local Veteran’s Hospital, and I think I’ll try a small column quilt.
I am not an expert, but I love to quilt I don’t make heirlooms, but I love to give my quilts to family and friends.
I’ve sewn since I was 10 years old. Almost 40 years later got a new machine and ventured into the quilting world. Enjoy every step of the process and consider it my therapy! Probably cheaper than therapy, but that might be questionable when I inventory my stash! The creative outlet is what I look forward to after a long day at work and the blogging community feeds my passion!
I quilt to keep my family warm. Now and when I am no longer here. Each stitch is a prayer for their health, safety, and happiness. Thanks for the chance to win.
I love to sew and quilt. Now that I have retired I can do both to my hearts content!
I quilt because I really like to see pieces become a bigger part of something beautiful, creative and useful.
Quilting is relaxing-it takes my mind off things and then I realize its 3PM and I haven’t eaten lunch yet! The column quilts will be great to use up my left over backing pieces, I over buy just in case. The quilts are clean looking and no worries about coordinating all the fabrics.
I quilt so I can play with fabric and color and texture. Seems to take the stress away. I find I am a more productive person if I spend some time every week quilting.
I’m giving my granddaughter a sewing machine for Christmas and I think this book of column quilts would be good for her first quilt top project…and I’m anxious to try them out myself!
I’m still a beginner. I want to learn more about quilting because I see all the beautiful designs others finish and I want to make something that makes everyone exclaim about!
I learned to sew at a young age, but I actually got the quilting bug around 15 years ago. Thanks to a fellow nursing coworker who took me to the quilt show in Lancaster, Pa.
I am working on a wedding quilt for my son presently.
It’s my creative sanity.
To work with colors and patterns not usually found in my attire or home.
I quilt because I love creating something warm for others to enjoy. I make many quilts that our church women tie and give to shelters or other organizations such as ALS Association.
I love quilting for the creativity aspect. I also love that I am able to join with other quilters/sewists to make items for charity. Thanks for the giveaway.
Quilting/sewing is my mood controller and relaxation. It is my way to create and share my love with family and friends. I make the quilts I want with the fabrics I love.
There is something almost magical about creating something with your own hands. It is a powerful affirmation of your ability and creativity. The grownup’s version of “Look what I did! I did it myself!”.
That’s one reason I love to make quilts and to sew things. Then there is the delight in the tactile side of quilting – the feel of different textiles. The colors, patterns and precision (or not). The quilting designs. Variety and choices in everything. Quilting is a fully absorbing, richly rewarding hobby. I’m so glad I discovered it many years ago!
I learned to sew by watching my Momma–she made our clothes out of necessity and even clothes for my dolls (sewing Barbie size dresses–now that’s love!). Momma could sew anything and as I grew, I just assumed I could too! I just sorta fell into quilting and love the entire process–fabric selection to the last stitch of the binding. As Momma aged, I would come to stay with her on the weekends, and every Saturday we would sit at her table, coffee at hand, and watch “Sewing with Nancy.” I miss having that time with her, but I often think of her as I sit at my sewing machine.
I would love to learn how to quilt so that i could do it with my grandma. It would be so much fun!
Your new book looks fantastic!
I want to learn how to quilt so that i can spend time more time with grandma. She loves to quilt, and i would love to learn, and then we could do it together!
I have been quilting for about five years now, and I love it:). My mom taught me how to sew, and while there were many times I was frustrated with the process, I have since learned to enjoy it and use my sewing time to relax.
Quilting is a major creative outlet for me. I love to make quilts for others. Seeing their joy is quite the reward. Teaching others to make quilts is even more of a joy. The thrill of seeing someone else complete a quilt project, big or small, and their excitement is better than dark chocolate. Dark Chocolate is a big deal in my house, so quilting is way at the top of my favorites list! I’ve been quilting for 30 years, sewing for more than 40. Next year, when I turn 41, haha, (wink wink) as my homeschool students hopefully graduate, I hope to spend even more time creating new quilting projects!!
I sew to relax and for me quilting is less demanding a task than garment sewing. Quilting also offers more opportunities to be creative.
My quilting is a relaxing hobby. I go into my sewing room and I can forget all my worries. I put myself into everything I quilt. I would love the sew a quick column quilt from this series.
I love to quilt, like other comments, quilting is therapy. My husband and my son are both artists, and quilting gives me an opportunity to create a work of art!
Quilting is my therapy. I cared for my Dad for over 2 years before he died in August from liver cancer. Quilting gave me something to do as a creative outlet and also gave me something to share with him. He encouraged me and appreciated my efforts.
at age 70 i discovered that i love making quilts
I quilt because I love fabric, all the variations of it, revel in the colors and it is a one size fits all when it is finished. I recently started making my own clothing again and am loving that too. Thank you so much for all the information and inspiration over the years.
Quilting is my “Me Time.” My husband is a disabled vet, and my part time job is stressful. It’s not cheap, but it’s cheaper than therapy! lol
I have been quilting for 2 years. I am very interested in modern quilting. I am anxious to read your latest book about quilting in columns.
I am learning as I go. I have 2 sons getting married and would love to finish a quilt for each of them.
I’ve only been quilting for about 6 years, but working full time and spending time with family doesn’t leave me as much quilting time as I would like. I joined a couple quilt clubs to learn more. I love adding quilt books to my collection so I can make the quilts as time permits. Thanks for the awesome giveaway & chance to win amazing gifts!
I have only been quilting for 2 years. I am so interested in modern quilting. Cannot wait to read your latest book about quilting in columns.
Seeing the ad on PBS this morning about your new book, I just had to go online and find out more about it!! I will definitely be adding this book to my quilting library.
I have played at quilting for many years. I am now working at learning to free motion quilt, so I am looking for quick and easy piecing so I can concentrate on practicing the quilting. This book looks like just what I need.
My daughter and I are making quilts for all of my 27 great-grandchildren, of which, 17 are her grandchildren. I have always said, “I am not a quilter”. My mother made quilts and quilted them by hand. I just couldn’t see me doing that. I piece them on the machine and my daughter quilts them on a quilting machine. 2 of the children are autistic and one had trouble sleeping. He says the quilt has sleeping powder in it as it makes him sleepy. He is sleeping better at night. We do machine embroidery so all the quilts have had some kind of embroidery on them. I have learned to really enjoy planning and piecing the quilts. Have tried to plan around what each child has an interest in. As soon as we are finished with this project we are going to makes some quilts to have on hand for someone that may need them. Since we live in Oklahoma it will probably for tornado victims.
I quilt because I love to create and I love to learn new things.
I have been sewing since I was in elementary school. I quilted a purse in art class. I have made many things over the years since. mainly clothing. Made a few quilts about 15 or 20 years ago, but got into is seriously about 3 years ago. I love to sew and will be doing it for as long as I possibly can. When I started college about 10 years ago I had to do write a story as part of the test to get into college. I did my paper on Nancy Zieman and Mary Pullen. Back in that day we could only watch you on PBS on Saturday mornings. But we did. Thanks Nancy for being there for us for so many years.
Gosh, I’ve been sewing since I was 5 years old coming from a long line of seamstresses from the ‘old country’
For the past 20 years I’ve been quilting and the process of creating with fabric just feeds my spirit and makes me content. I especially enjoy working with charity groups knowing that a child will have a handmade quilt to call their own.
I quilt because it is my hobby and I am passionate about it. I love every part of the process (well except for cutting). These prizes are wonderful and I would love to any of them. Congratulations on the new book. I look forward to seeing the new series on your show.
I love to make quilts for our wounded military men and women, and for the Santa Train. Thank you for the chance to win useful and valuable products.
I enjoy making quilts for wounded military men and women, and for the Santa Train. Thank you for the opportunity to win some very useful and valuable products!
I love to quilt, because it is my why to relax after work and at the weekend. It is my “escape”. It’s real fun to create something new, which I can use or give it to people, who know, what kind of work is inside.
Thanks for sharing so much nice gifts!!!
Greetings, Rike
I have been making Quilts For Kids and think this column quilts book would be perfect.
Column quilts have such a clean, modern look.
I have enjoyed your show for years! I love how you have incorporated your quilting. Quilting is just fun! It’s a great excuse to use the fabulous new fabrics.
I quilt because I love to get lost in the creative process, but more than that I LOVE to give. I give quilts to those I love and I like to make quilts for charitable organizations, I am very interested in this book on Column Quilts!!
Why I quilt because I love the fabric and that it is so relaxing & rewarding for me. I love the quilts in your new book and I’m so pleased you’ll be back on PBS – hopefully they’ll be aired in Canada. Thanks for the chance to win your fabulous prizes!
I just started quilting. i love to combine colours and fabrics to create something new. i usually do cross stitching but i never know how to finish the design off. now i like using cross stitch as blocks for a quilt
I’ve always loved watching your shows and meeting you at Market! This looks like a wonderful book!
Quilting is like no other art medium…the end product has so many purposes from just admiring for beauty and talent to everyday use! The possibilities are endless…quilting is everything and anything one wants it to be.
I quilt because I love making things for family and friends. it’s my stress relief when the road of life gets bumpy.
Love the art of quilting and I do mean ART. The colors, textures…the possibilities are endlist and there is something for everyone! I could go on and on as to why quilting is so user-friendly.
What a terrific book, I have already seen three quilts I would
Like to make. Congratulations!
I love the idea of a column quilt and love all the pictures, It would be great fun to try my hand at any of these. I quilt because I love to see the quilt come together-like a puzzle that can keep you warm and decorate at the same time.
Those modern quilts speak to me. What a way to use scraps.
What a wonderful book! I quilt for a variety of reasons, but over the years, it has provided me with friendship, therapy, an excuse for travel and countless moments of inspiration in addition to the creative outlet. My mind is spinning with this book, now!
I quilt because of a very special lady who saw an interest in me and took me along to show me the basics. Many quilts and projects later, I am still quilting, and sharing my journey.
Interesting quilts. I like piecework and spending time with my quilting friends. Thanks.
Quilting is my best and most enjoyable outlet for creativity. When I create quilts I do what I want, when I want, and how I want.
Quilting takes patience and time. This machine would help make more time to be patient while quilting
Quilting has been very therapeutic for me after the loss of my husband. I’ve gained many new special friends while learning about this wonderful hobby.
I started quilting in 2011 and have been a quilting maniac ever since! I feel it’s my God-given passion. I even started a blog called… A Quilted Passion. Never have I been so passionate about anything and I’m good at it. I also own a Babylock. The Quilters Choice Professional. I would love to add the Tempo to my family!
i learned to sew as a young teenager, and made many of my own clothes, but didn’t learn to quilt til much later in life-about 35 years later. I, too, remembered the quilts my grandmother had on the beds when I would go visit as a child, and the beautiful red and white quilt we had that my husbands grandmother had made. So I took a beginning quilting class and a few others and love to see a quilt take shape. I even have my sister-in-law to commit to making the challenge quilt pattern we got on our first shop hop together this summer!
I have been a sewing fanatic since before Nancy began her PBS show in the 70s. Over the years Nancy has increased my passion and to this day I tape her shows and I have just added quilting to my passion. I have a Baby Lock Ovation serger I just bought so I’ll be paying on it for quite some time. Winning the sewing machine would be awesome!
Loved the expo….I love quilting…it is my passion,
I want to learn to quilt so that I can finish the quilts my mother started before she passed away and give them to my daughters in her memory.
I have been quilting for almost 40 years, my current interest is in art quilts. This is a hobby that can go on forever and ever, and every quilt I make teaches me something new and exciting!
Love to see the quilt turn into something I only imagined . . . Really happy if it is pretty, and someone else likes it too! Sometimes they are ‘just a learning project’. Those I take to the animal control shelter for cage blankets. Lucky dogs! and cats! P.S. Loved your Column Quilts. I know those will be beautiful!
I’ve always sewn so I got a machine and decided to try quilting. I like and do give as gifts
I love quilting and sewing..it is in my blood..My grandfather and father did the upholstery in the family furniture store and upholstery shop. My grandfather was also into upholstery design I was told. So I do it to con’t a tradition of working with fabric, etc.. I remember watching them upholstery when I was young. Two of my Dads brothers did sewing, one actually was a taylor of men’s wear, the other at the upholstery shop. I love to make quilts and challenge myself with creating designs of my own. thank you!
I’m a pretty beginning quilter, but I got into it both because I love the way quilts look and I love the idea of carrying on a legacy of making practical things (we sleep under quilts made by my husband’s great-grandmother!)
I’m interested in learning to quilt because there are so many lovely quilting fabrics! I need a reason to buy them.
To me, quilting is another art form that enables one to express themselves in a different media. It can be as personal as the individual wants it to be. But no matter what style of quilt one makes, live is always an integral part of the finished product.
I quilt because it is in my blood.I watched my grandmother quilt. I watched my mother quilt.It is who I am. The fabric tamed, set free, to be seen in a new birth.
I like the idea of using scraps, of ‘making a little something from almost nothing’. I’d like to make a “summer cover” for our bed.
I love to quilt because it gives me opportunity to be creative. I love to see a quilt coming together and it gives me such pleasure and joy to be able to gift the finished quilt to someone I love. I’ve been quilting for only 3 years, but have been a sewist for over 40 years. Quilting has become a relaxing hobby as we head towards retirement.
I’m teaching myself to quilt and am just a beginner. I like it for the creativity and making something nice and original for friends and family.
I am learning to quilt for a few reasons: I think they are beautiful. I like the idea of being able to create something from start to finish that someone may consider a heirloom one day.
I quilt because it gives me joy from concept to creation to the gifting. My hope with every quilt I give is it’s used and loved.
I quilt because I love the colors of the fabric, the infinite number of ways to put it together…. I love the beautiful useful things I can create and give to those I care about… it provides relaxation, a sense of accomplishment and a creative outlet for me.
Quilting for me was a way of making something beautiful out of what I had on hand — but now it is more an expression of creativity and love for those who receive my quilts.
I have been sewing since I was 12 years old and I love it. Quilting became a natural extension of my sewing passion. I enjoy the colors, I enjoy being challenged by the precision, and the friendships I’ve made as a result of sewing and quilting. The world of sewing and quilting is a beautiful place!
i only started quilting this year but i am fabric-obsessed already — was primed for this given my obsessions with knitting, spinning, weaving, etc.! beautiful creations nancy!
I love quilting because it gives me an opportunity to be creative and show my personality!
I quilt because it´s my way to relax and be creative. I love to see those beautiful quilts I make and to give them to my friends
I quilt for many reasons: my family loves the afghans and quilts I make them, I love the look, feel and creativity of blending fabrics into something unique, and best of all It always takes me back to the times I sat with my grandmother, learning about fabric, technique, and high standards! Love that.
My grandma taught me how to quilt when I was young. It’s always been a special bond that we share and helps us spend more time together. These days most of the quilts I make are for my three little girls.
Have been quilting about twelve years and sewing even longer. Have watched you all through the years. Thank you for your instruction and inspiration!
I quilt because it relaxes me and then I have something beautiful and useful in the end. Everyone needs a quilt in their life.
I make quilts to give away. I like to make quilts especially for friends who are having serious health problems, so they can wrap up in something that says love. I have also made Linus quilts for quite a few years.
love quilts have recently retired. Sewing has been a passion for me since I was 10 years old. Quilting books and patterns have fascinated me but I never had time to quilt. My mother was a seamstress and is no longer able to sew and I received her huge stash of material (600 pounds of material). It was added to my stash and now I have time to use it and want to learn how to quilt for me but also to give my daughter and granddaughter to use and think of me. Thanks for having the give away.
I quilt for the joy of creating something beautiful. It has helped me cope with some of the challenges of life. Donating to those less fortunate is a big plus.
I began quilting a couple of years ago to get back to all-things-sewing in what I thought would be “down time” during retirement. I have learned some things about quilting and have made a few quilts. Life has interfered with down time since I began though and I have had much less time available to sew than I would like. I love the creative process and the time sewing is relaxing and therapeutic for me. I hope to get back to it soon! I love following Nancy’s blog and watching her show. This new book is intriguing and it will find its way to my crafty bookshelf. Thank you for the opportunity to win!
I love that moment when the quilt top I’ve been working on begins to take shape and you can see how it is becoming something beautiful. It’s my favorite past time and the fabric…oh how I love fabric!
I quilt because I LOVE the look on my Grandkids’ faces when they get a new ‘Granny quilt’ made especially for them!
I have had a love of sewing forever I started om my moms old Treadle and over the years i have read and watched how to make quilts Never could afford classes but Sewing with Nancy shows has taught me a lot I now make Quilts and other crafts for friends and family If I need ideas I get out my books some quite old and look for inspiration I really love Nancy’s Corner as I watch all the talented people I get to see that there are no boundaries to what a person can do with a little fabric and a great imagination It keeps me thinking and looking at my fabric world differently I will always think outside the box but now I know that there are lots of others out there who do too.
My first quilt was made because i because I had alot of time on my hands, I had seen an article in Better Homesand Gardens and wanted to make a quilt and I also wanted to spend time with the people in the Quilt Class. We made an Eleanor Burns Quilt in a Day Log Cabin but it took a yaer. Our teacher would not allow me to use a rotary cutter and ruler as she declared them ‘inaccurate’! That was in 1990/91 and after that experience I did not try again until 2000 when I joined a local quilt group which was set up to teach beginners.
I haven’t looked back!
Ive been wanting to take up quilting for a while now. I find it hard to know where to start, since I prefer modern quilts and want something that I can use. Thanks for the opportunity
I quilt for me. It is my time to relax and let the worries of the day disappear.
I very much disliked sewing until I watched a PBS TV show about quilting back in 1995. I was hooked and have been quilting/sewing ever since.
I have made a few tied quilts over the years and really want to do more quilting. I have 11 grandchildren and everyone wants a blanket from Grandma!
I want to learn more about quilting and be able to do some meandering stitches on my quilts. I’ve only made three child size but want to do a queen size someday.
I quilt because I am the only one in my family that does. I have been quilting for 35 years and it brings me peace and joy. I have not made a quilt in a while (due to a back injury) I have become more of a fabric collector
. I am now getting back into the swing of things and cannot wait to get your book.
I started sewing at10. Mother sat me down and had me cut 3″ blocks . Next I sewed strips of blocks by hand. Then the rows together . It was not even but I did it . After putting on the back, my doll had a one of kind blanket – handmade. I went to clothing design but never forgot my first project. I think it is time to work on those rusty skills.
I love everything “quilting”. Both of my Grandmas and my Great Grandmas were quilters and I’m very fortunate to have some of their quilts handed down to me. So happy to find you on Sewing with Nancy online! This is an awesome giveaway, thank you for a chance to win.
Quilting saved my life at a bad time, and now it keeps me sane
I love to quilt. Your new book looks like a must-have! Now I am off to the other blogs to see more great quilts from your book.
My mom inspired me to be a sewer and I just love it. Since she passed away 21 years ago I have been unable to stop sewing!! I started out on my husband’s grandmother’s 1965 sewing machine and eventually upgraded to an embroidery machine. I acquired button collections from both sides of the family and have jars of old buttons decorating my sewing room. I must admit I am a fabricaholic. I love fabric and can’t go to a quilt shop without buying a fat quarter or two! Last year I made a quilt for my daughter to take with her on her journey to college. It was a log cabin design like my mom and grandma used to make done in batiks that she picked out. I hope someday my daughter comes to love this craft as much as I do. Thanks, Amy.
A few years ago I made a kingsized quilt…I made it all my hand. It is on our kingsized bed. It took me a few years but I found it very relaxing. I am proud of it
I love the quilt you feature here. I am an active member of the Wyoming State Quilt Guild. Love to learn and keep abreast of the current pulse in quilting!
I quilt because it’s therapy as well as I enjoy when I’ve presented a quilt to someone and it is gratefully received. I love that it becomes an heirloom. Mostly I love that my husband loves the nap quilt I made for him. He takes it on all our trips.
I quilt because it makes me happy.
I have made a few baby quilts for friends and family, and I would love to improve my skills. My first quilt that I made was for my nephew when I was in high school.
I have made a few baby quilts for friends and family, and I would love to improve my skills.
I learned to sew in school. If I needed an outfit for the weekend – made one. Then went into crafts, different kinds for my family. I love seeing the sewing & quilting shows on PBS. One day I thought, well if I can sew I can quilt! Yes, it is different but sort of the same. Got lots of books, how-to’s on the computer, TV shows, some classes. I will be retiring by the end of this month. I have tons of projects begun but not completed. Now I will have all the time to finish my quilts for my family. I am also making pillow cases for the nephews & nieces for Halloween & Christmas. I just wish I had started earlier in life to quilt because I just love it. Thanks.
I started to quilt because I had lots of scraps of fabric left from making clothing for myself and my children. I could not bear to throw out that fabric so I thought I would make just one quilt. Never did I even consider that 30 years later I would still be using up “scraps” to make quilts out of. Thanks for the great giveaway.
I love the challenge of quilting and getting together with other quilters. There are so many designs and techniques and you end up with a beautiful product.
I love fabric and sewing clothes and I want to learn new things. I love quilts and want to make some. Probably will donate,
I love to try a new technique or design each time I make a new quilt. It is a creative outlet for me.
My Great-Grandma’s quilts inspired me to start quilting. I love thinking that maybe someday I’ll have a great-granddaughter who will admire my quilts
After 31 years working for the Federal Government, I have retired! I can embroider, sew, crochet, knit and learn to quilt.
I am so excited.
As first-generation/late crafter, I am very thankful for generous quilters/bloggers like yourself who share so much of your knowledge and insights. I learned to sew with my girls when they were in 4H Sewing Club. Though I have been volunteering for Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show for years and attended many fiber art/quilt exhibits and shows, I did not jump on the bandwagon until last October. Since then, I have caught a serious quilt bug–designed, pieced, free-motion quilted on my home sewing machine 8 reversible twin-size quilts. Quilting has been a wonderful therapy to keep me sane raising 3 homeschooled teens. What I love most about the process is working out the numbers, picking out fabric and color that work well together, piecing, over-the-limit-quilting, and binding by hand. To me, it’s like putting a puzzle together. When all are completed, it’s very satisfying. I am always looking forward to the next quilt.
I grew up wanting to sew while spending time with my Grandmother. My mom sewed many things as well, I remember that she made me alot of perfectly seamed Barbie clothes. In her later years she and my Dad made quilts that they tied. She made pillows and pillow cases to go with each set. My sister and I both received this wonderful gift as well another beloved family member. She made these quilts for grand kids too. Once she made curtains from a matching chenille bedspread. My son’s were brown to match the cowboy wall paper and my daughters were yellow.
I continue to sew and quilt so that good memories are passed down to my loved ones. I am teaching my granddaughter s to sew. We have a great time together.
I have been watching Sewing with Nancy for a very long time. Since the mid 1980′s. I have learned so much from you. Thank you for taking this path to inspire and teach us.
When I was young.. my mother had gotten me a Barbie sewing machine… and she gave me my father’s old flannel shirts and his old pants.. I’d take out the zippers.. and make a NEW PURSE every day it seemed.. I loved doing it.. soooooo cool….
My mom saw the attraction I had for sewing and bought one of these new fangled machines.. lol.. I couldn’t figure it out.. but I loved sewing.. gave it up for a bit.. I made my own garter for my wedding.. (made 2 of them) and then sewed up the ring barrers pillow..sp?)
I truly love sewing… I’d love to take the next step up to sew quilts, etc.. and THANK~YOU for the chance to win to win this awesome goodie prize.. I apppreciate it!!!!’
Quilting, after a long day this one of my favorite get aways. Even if it means just looking at new patterns like these! Yeah!!
I am new to quilting/sewing. It is such an exciting process to learn. I think one of the greatest things I have learned so far is that quilting/sewing is about so much more than just a fabric and a sewing machine.
I love to quilt to make something beautiful and shows my live for whoever I am maKing it for. It is a fantastic place to play with fabric, and your book looks like it will teach me s technique to make it easier to play. I haven’t b
Looking forward to the book. I just might be able to make a quilt finally. I love the sewing machine. I bet it sews like a dream.
Love to have that machine for classes
I love, love, love fabric and I love creating and especially quilting — Although not a quilter, my grandmother was always creating with fabrics and quilting reminds me of her.
Nancy,
I just love to make things. I am teaching my young grandchild to sew. I want her to love it as much as I love it. I am newly retired and I am sharing my gift of sewing, sewing for charity. I am currently making a crazy quilt to donate for a mission trip to Nepal. Thank you for all of the inspiration.
Lois Ralene Chavers
I am watching the video series to attempt my first quilt.
My great grandmother, my grandmother and my mother all
quilted. I thought I would learn from my
Mom but as always in life we get busy. Mom passed away a year
ago so I never did learn. It her honor I am going to teach myself with
Nancy’s videos and then teach my daughter!
Quilting is my therapy! I am fairly new, but I learn something with each new project. The quilting community is one of the most generous communities I have ever seen.
I quilt, primarily with brights, as my group makes quilts for little kids in need. We all love to imagine each child receiving one of our quilts made with lots of love, thinking how we can bring a bit of joy into their lives and wrap each of them in one of our creations. Quilting is a gift to us and them.
I love to quilt, after my husband was diagnosed with cancer it was a way for me to relax. Since he passed away it has been a lifesaver.
I quilt to relief stressand the enjoyment that others get when I make them a qulit.
I love color. Fabric is less messy then paint so I can have piles of it around me. Every time I choose fabrics for a quilt I feel like it’s Christmas morning.
All creative people need a creative outlet. Sewing and quilting is my outlet. It’s relaxing.
After watching one of your shows there was a lady who quilted for charity, she and several other ladies got together and made quilts for hospitals and also helped with victims of hurricane Katrina. It was so touching. At the time I lived by a man who was sent home from the hospital to be able to pass at home. He was always so cold, I found him a lap quilt at a yard sale, his eyes got teary and well, mine were watering. I knew then that that was what I wanted to do, quilt to give. I have went to the mission, where all the money is donated to the Christian school and bought sheets and I started sorting the material I had gotten. I myself found another person that is going to help make quilts for the needy. I have made some quilt tops years ago by hand and quilted them by hand also. I am on disability and am not able to afford much, I have fibromyalgia and also bone and joint problems alon,g with that comes depression, but to be able to help others truly helps me also. I have started on column quilts but in between I use small block columns and use up scraps that way! I have even dyed fabric and made some stamps so I could use the fabric I had when I needed a certain color and couldn’t afford to purchase more material. At the mission I get some of the clothes for free that are stained up and unable to sell. If I didn’t have to sew all by hand I could help so many others. Thanks for inspiring me I no longer sit around and wallow in self pity, I have a purpose!
Cathy, what a heart-warming story. Thank you for sharing!
I have done 1 quilt. Enjoyed doing it but, didn’t know much about quilting. Learned alot but, could use alot more lessons. Lol Would be really nice to win the machine. Thank-you for all that you do.
Quilting and sewing have always been relaxing to me. I especially enjoy hand stitching. My first small quilt projects were all done by hand. Still like the look of hand quilted projects much better than machine quilting.
I love to quilt. Quilting is my creative outlet. I use the time to think outside the box and enjoy the surprises that turn up. Life interferes through the day, but my recharge time is in my sewing room, even if it is just 10 minutes. I give 95% of my items away. Community charity, foster children, veterans and family. My 42 year old Singer could use an upgrade.
I purchased this book after attending Nancy’s workshop on Column Quilting. Not only did I attend the workshop, I was Nancy’s lecture assistant. I was a bit apprehensive about this topic at first. I wondered, “how much anyone could do with a bunch of columns”? It seems like it would be boring… WOW…. I WAS VERY, VERY, VERY WRONG!!!!! All the variety of ways, Nancy presented really opened my eyes. I immediately ran out and purchased the book. I have already envisioned various quilt ideas to use this technique!!!! Thank you, Nancy for ALWAYS INSPIRING!!!!!
I started quilting about 15 years ago. Recently I credit quilting for saving my spirit. After the unexpected passing of my younger son I struggled to get through each day. Quilting and quilting friends supported me and helped me through some of the most difficult times. In the last 6 months I am quite sure that quilting saved me. It is a reason to continue to be inspired and to share.
I quilt because I love working with colors and seeing how they will make a patten.
LOVE to quilt, sew and machine embroider/applique. This is my relaxation and passion at the same time! Also, fabric stash will take over my house if I don’t keep using it!
I quilt some almost every day for the past fifty years. Sewing allows me to design, makes me think creatively, makes me think I am putting a “dent” in the fabric stash, and I do end up with a useful item–quilt!! Presently “hexies” are top priority–a hand pieced king-size top which is going to be called “WHAT WAS I THINKING!!!”.
I love to sew, but I haven’t tried quilting. I live sewing because it’s relaxing and also fun to give as gifts!
Oh to complete an entire quilt from sewing to backing to quilting to binding. A goal.
I love quilting! It allows me to make beautiful things to give to others. I also enjoy the process, it is very relaxing.
I quilt because it’s always a challenge. Perfect points, perfect colors, perfect fabric,& perfect pattern are a challenge every time. I love the adventure and the process
I quilt because I love quilts. There has never been a part of my life that hasn’t had quilts in it. I was taken home from the hospital in one and have been making them for over 60 years.
I quilt for the pleasure of it and to challenge myself with learning something new. The joy of giving.
I quilt because it is such joy to create something new, and the joy doubles when you share quilting with others-by sharing a quilt, working together, or teaching the next generation to quilt!
My quilting family skipped a generation. My mother tailored and sewed for others, but I learned to quilt from friends and 2 delightful guilds. I’ve been sewing for over 60 years, and quilting for nearly 40 years. I’d love to have a new machine and learn some new techniques.
I am trying to learn free motion quilting. Hope to get better at it soon.
Hi Nancy, I quilt because, I absolutely love quilts. I love fabric.
I have always worked with fabric in my whole working career. Don’t get enough time to quilt anymore tho. I look more than I quilt. Thank you for the chance to win. love all your notions, have bought many over the years.
I quilt because it takes me back to a simpler time when I would watch my Grandmother make quilts.
For me sewing and crafting are a creative outlet born of necessity. Being a single mom of two, money was never easy to come by. Sewing helped me to have the things needed by my family that I could not have afforded any other way. I have always reused, and up-cycled fabrics from thrift shops, and yard sales. Crafting and sewing were ways I could provide colorful, useful, needed items that expressed my own sense of style. Now that money is not a big issue I still love to create and my grown family loves to receive the output of my sewing room….
I’ve been quilting for about 15 years. Quilts make wonderful gifts. My sewing improves with every quilt I make on my Babylock Sewing Machine with all the bells and whistles. I used to do machine embroidery and sew clothes for myself and others. Now, I make all kinds of quilts. Lovely fabrics and colors to choose from. This is my retirement job. Making quilts.
Been sewing 30+ years on my trusty basic Kenmore. Time to upgrade as I venture further into quilting . But the choices are daunting!
I have wanted to learn to quilt, and now I am starting to do just that. I love making things and sewing. I have amassed a large stash of fabrics and am on my way. I have made several baby quilts and am starting my first big one.
My grandmother was the town seamstress and I want to keep her legacy alive. One of my most treasured possessions is the quilts she made me. I remember helping her with her many quilt projects. My daughter in law and I are sewing together.
I started quilting as a way for me to have time for myself after having farming full time after the loss of my husband. Don’t find much time, but when I do is the best fealing in the world to see progress on a project even if one only has twenty minutes a day to spend. Love the reaction I get when the grandkids open their present and wrap their quilt around themselves with the biggest grin yo can ever imagine.
I love to quilt because most of the time I find it very relaxing, there are those rare occasions when it is a bit frustrating. It is my “me” time. I love the beautiful things I have made and looking at the beautiful things others have made.
I’ve been sewing forever, but haven’t really gotten into quilting other than to look at others beautiful quilts. I have accumulated fabric for a few quilts but have yet to figure out the whole process of making a quilt….mostly squaring it up, putting on the binding, etc.
Quilting is my passion. Ten years ago I incorporated the embroidery machine into my quilt projects and am now in love with embroidered quilts as well. I love the idea of column quilts and look forward to the series. I’m now off to watch the first episode. Thank you for the series and the give-away!
I love quilting because of all the great fabric selections out there..and it’s a great hobbie to get into..
I’m learning on my own & by watching your
Program. I’m loving the whole process.
Along with so many of the other posters, I quilt because I love it, it relaxes me and I get to explore new creative possibilities! I like learning new techniques, and truthfully, do enjoy using new “tools” as I come across them. Most of my quilts are given away, though I do have some of my favorites that I have kept and use. What a gift it is to be able to quilt!
I started sewing at the age of 11 (by machine). I asked my mom if I could use some fabric and went to work sewing the popular “tickle shirt” (rows of ruffles). Not bad, considering I knew nothing of grain lines and had no pattern!
My first remembrance of a handmade quilt was one given to us by my great grandmother. My father scoffed at it, as it ‘was a bunch of rags.’ I never saw it again in the house. I am sure that it was his way of turning away from the poverty he grew up in and the necessity of a ‘bunch of rags’ being put to good use. I can understand the generational thought.
Sometimes now I upcycle fabrics (esp. jeans…when will the requests ever end?). But when I quilt I rarely forget the ancestor before me, and the pioneers that settled my valley home here in Utah and their determination to use everything they had and try also to add beauty while they did so.
I have had the HONOR of being the chairperson of our church group for Humanitarian Quilts, some that stay in our neighborhood and some that are sent all over the world. I love an “old fashioned” quilting bee. It does more than just get quilts made, it opens hearts of those around the frames, men and women.
I quilt because I like to work with pretty fabrics and turn them into beautiful and useful items for the home. I am still pretty much at the beginner level, so blogs like this are very helpful and any tips are greatly appreciated.
I love using my creativity to make quilts! I really enjoy all the processes involved i the making of a quilt – gathering together the fabrics, choosing or making up your own pattern, sewing, cutting and even pressing. When I am making a quilt for someone, I like to pray for the person who will be kept warm under a quilt of love. I feel truly blessed to have this gift.
I’ve recently retired & started doing things
I never had much time for. Quilting is one of
them. I am learning on my own & watching your
program. I’m loving it.
I love to quilt. Can’t wait to get the book.
I can’t wait to get the book. Looks like quilts that would work up quickly. I sew for charity so time is essential.
I have been sewing for many years, but I have only made one quilt. Three years ago I started my second one but have not finished it yet. My daughter seems to always come up with projects for me. Little does she know the quilt is for her and her husband. I also bought fabric to make myself a quilt, but that just seems to be a dream that is not coming true. I do plan on getting both quilts done someday, but until then I will keep watching your show Nancy and getting more ideas before I decide what design I want to make for myself. I love your show, you inspire me to be more creative in the things I make. I have bought and received many of your books, and enjoy making them all.
Thank You Nancy
I love to quilt because for me it’s like playing with toys. You get creative and make yourself happy. At the end you make someone else happy with your production. You would not keep all the quilts just for yourself, right?
I’m new to sewing and quilting. Look the idea and have for a long time. Been watching every thing I can to learn the basics. I plan on starting with things for my first grand baby to come. Love all the easy thing Nancy shows us.
I have the perfect fabric. I have the perfect Pellon batting. I have the perfect pattern idea. Now I just need the perfect quilting sewing machine and Column Quilt book.
I quilt because it helps me learn geometry, create beauty and comfort. I love the thrill of planning that next project. I think it’s so fun to see how clever some pattern writers are.
I quilt because it helps me learn about geometry and spatial relationships. I love to look at old or repro fabrics and match them up to create something beautiful. I love the thrill of planning the next project.
I’m hoping this is open to internaional quilters too!
I’ve been quilting for about 15 years and I learn something new every day!!
I would love to learn how to make quilts. I think they are a beautiful gift to give that can be passed on for generations. I would live to win any of the prizes but mostly the sewing machine.
Quilting just makes me happy. Wish I had more time to spend quilting!
Quilting is an original American art form! The variety of design elements, graphic design concepts, and the amazing color palettes that are used in quilting make it an exciting textile art form that never ceases to surprise me!
I’ll have to say that this time I will be quilting for Me! Sewing for my children these many years and I just finished two ready-made panel quilts for the grandchildren (I sandwiched in some fleece and did a little “stitching ” to keep everything inside) and I will be taking a huge leap of faith this week when I start my own quilt with a pattern, beautiful fabric, sharp needles and gumption! This has been a dream of mine for at least twenty years and I’m ready to go!
Beautiful fabrics, works of art, creative time . I love seeing, sewing, learning, so different, individual pieces of work. Beginner, definitely, and always looking to see what I can absorb and add to my work
quilt my fabric for purses, I know it is more involved but the results are worth it.
Love quilting and specially memory quilts with all type of fun stitches combined with embroidery designs..
I love learning new techniques and ruler savvy. So many possibilities, especially when in a class where everyone is learning together. It would be wonderful to have my own machine!
Thanks for this great giveaway. I can’t wait to see your book! I quilt because it’s fun! I get to play with (fondle) fabric, sew, design, and quilt. I really like every step of the process, except maybe for basting because I have to clean my floor to do that.
I love to hand tie quilt but would love to learn how to quilt on a machine. My grandmother always quilted for all of us grandchildren and I would love to carry on the tradition! I think that quilting is a beautiful artform and I would just love to learn how. I do apparel and quilting is on my want to learn list!
I began my sewing journey as young girl of only 6 years old. I made clothing for myself and my dolls. As I got older so did the type of garments I made. I loved creating and making tailored garments. Then I experienced a huge change in my life and I no longer needed professional garments. However I could not give up sewing. I thought I would just make quilts to keep my sewing passion happy. Little did I know how addictive quilting can be. I am totally, thoroughly hooked on quilting. Today, I still quilt and I make doll clothes for the 18 inch dolls. I am just getting into the modern quilt revolution. Thanks for all you do and have done for sewing during your 25 plus years.
Would love to learn to quilt to make one for my mother-in-law. She gave us a gorgeous wedding ring quilt many many years ago and would love to make her one to enjoy. Love your site and show Nancy. Still a new sewer but you give me the confidence to try and yes sew on!
I have been sewing all my life. My Mom taught me to sew at an early age and I made most all my clothes all my life. I’m starting to do more quilting since I am older and I have been watching and shopping with Nancy for many years. She has been my go to person for sewing supplies for many years. I have been watching the show for almost as many.
I have always loved the old quilts that my mom and grandma sewed by hand and want to learn to quilt. There is a member of our church who is 83 years old and he still quilt. Him and his wife made me two for my birthday. I would love to be able to give them one that I have made.
I am a long time quilter, from a long line of quilters. I think the gifts in this drawing are fabulous. The quilt designs in the book are new and fresh and so appealing. I look forward to trying many of them.
I love quilting. I have always wanted to learn so I started about a year ago teaching myself. It is very relaxing and when you give someone something you have made it makes you feel so good knowing that they will used it for years to come .
THANKS For The Opportunity To Participate In The Give Away!
I have sewn off and on since fourth grade, and have followed you (Nancy) since the beginning. I’ve recently returned to sewing (except Halloween and gifts) and quilting for myself and pleasure. I love the creativity and always feel like I’ve accomplished something tangible – even if it’s a mistake! (Which also teaches me patience). Many Thanks.
I have been quilting for about 25 years. I find it a relaxing past time, and very rewarding too. I like making things for my family and friends.
I am a novice quilter. I recently retired and hope to really have the time now to devote to quilting.
I love quilting because it is a way to not only keep my mind sharp, but also to share with others. I share my passion by making comfort quilts for the needy as well as babies and children. Nothing in life gives me greater pleasure than to share with the less fortunate — and quilting is the perfect way for me to accomplish this . . . .
I just started quilting this year and I really love it. I want to make a quilt for each of my 4 sisters plus baby quilts for shower gifts.
I have been sewing since I was 12. Now that I’m retired I would love to make a quilt for each of my grandchildren.
I love to make quilts for those that I love and for several out reaches, sadly I’m using my moms old machine and I’m not able to do what I’d love to do. Can’t wait to watch your new series. They sound like they would be perfect for my outreach quilts. Quilting is a way I show my love and caring. Thanks Nancy!
I want my family to have something that they can remember me by like I have from my Mother and Grandmother. Just getting started but learning so much
I love to sew…and would live to advance more into quilting. Love to play with and choose fabrics. Baby lock is my favorite!
Love the quilt in blacks & whites.
I would love to learn to quilt because my grandmother and mother quilted. I sew dresses for my granddaughters and applique embroidery for them. I need sewing in my life and I think it is time to learn the art of quilting.
Long time sewer and long time Sewing with Nancy Fan.. I learn something new with each episode and love that I can watch on-line when I am traveling… thanks!
I have only made two quilts, but I’m eager to do many many more among other sewing projects. I love watching Nancy on tv and feel very fortunate to have access to it on public tv. Thanks for the great giveaway!
I have sewn for as long as I can remember, but I have never made a real quilt. Many patchwork projects, but never a quilt. I love the idea of quick column quilting!
My love for quilting began 4 years ago when I had the opportunity to make a “Memory quilt square” of my son, who died when he was 25 years old. He was an organ donor and thru his organ donations was able to save 4 lives. The quilt square went on to be sewn together with other organ donors quilt squares to become part of a quilt. This quilt travels around Florida, honoring the Organ Donors and promoting organ donation awareness.
Since then I have just fell in love with quilting or “sewing together love & memories” as I call it.
Thank you for all of your tips and for the opportunity to own this fantastic sewing machine.
I find quilting to be a creative outlet. Also a means to give to people in need, (Charity Quilts).
I love sewing whether it is quilting, making purses, sewing clothes. As long as it can be put together with needle and thread I like it. It does my heart good to see people, including kids wearing or using something I have made for them.
I try to sew a little every day. Sometime I just walk into my sewing room and feel better.
I have been sewing for almost 30 years but I’m new to quilting. I never thought I would like it but I’m ready to do more with it. Would love a new machine to help with that! Love the shows Nancy. ..been watching for almost as long as I’ve been sewing!
I love that quilting gives so many options for creativity. I was a garment sewer since I was 10 (the 4-H story) but in more recent years I’ve found that quilting and craft sewing gives me an even better outlet for my urge to sew. I still struggle with the precision required in quilting so I gravitate to trying the simple quilts, the newest “tricks” out there, and of course, the great rulers that help design perfect blocks. I also like machine embroidery and I can always count on some fun designs for seasonal and juvenile quilting projects.
I began sewing at the feet of my grandmother. She was gone long before I picked up piecing together fabric to make my first quilt. I felt lost when I was no longer in the department that required me to read blue prints. My fetish for assembly drew me to what else… SEWING, PIECING, QUILTING! They can’t take that away.✴
Quilting is a passion for me. Very therapeutic. I get such a feeling of accomplishment when I finish a quilt and give it as a gift to family.
Hi, Nancy! I am a beginner quilter. As I continue, I hope to fully utilize quilting for its thrifty potential. I have a hand-sewn quilt made by my great grandmother, and all of the fabric is clearly reused from previous projects. The colors are all over the place. The stitching is varied and obviously done by hand. It is so beautiful and I appreciate the time she must have spent making it as precise as she did. I hope to one day make quilts like these for my family, Gill of love and memories.
Quilting is not only a way to express my creative side. It is a way to meet fellow sewers with the same passion for quilting that I have. My favorite thing is to share knowledge with new quilters so the quilting craft can go on for future generations.
I wish I could have learned quilting from my great-grandmother or even my grandmother, sewing skipped a generation(my mother) so everything I’ve learned up until now I’ve had to teach myself. Luckily there’s thousands of tutorials out there now to help!
I made my first quilt in 1990, and was addicted! I quilt because of the fun of the creative process, I have found other quilters to be great people, and I give my quilts away-the response I get is fantastic!
Quilting for me is the most relaxing thing I do all day and I am just starting to machine quilt a few things. I do straight line quilting.. Other then that I quilt by hand love all the ideas in the book and ones the girls give.
I LOVE quilting. I am so addicted to the fabric. I love to do scrappy quilts, because that means using lots of different fabrics. The more the better. Right now I am working on raw edge applique and it is so much fun. Would love to have a new machine with all those different stitches.
I quilt because I can’t wait to see how cutting into a yard of fabric can turn into something amazing and so different from where it started. Plus I might have a slight addiction to quilting.
I quilt because I LOVE to. I love to get new tools to play with, learn new ways to do things & I love fabric & the things I CAN DO WITH IT.
I just finished a quilt top for my SIL, and am working on some pillows. Thanks for the great give away:)
I’ve been sewing for years, but I’m just now learning to quilt. New grandson on the way and I want to make a baby quilt.
One of the things I love most about quilting is how it makes me slow down for a bit. The finish is always something special and a proud accomplishment. I hope to learn how to be a better quilter, particularly with finishing and binding. Thanks so much for the opportunity to share.
I have been sewing for over 47 years, but have only done a few quilts. I want to start doing them again, to share with family & friends.
I am still a novice quilter. I’m typing while glancing at the Around the World quilt that is my first pieced quilt adventure that is still waiting for me to give up perfectionism and go forward with handstitching on the binding! I quilt because it forces me to focus all of my attention to what I’m doing, ensuring that I get a break from stress.
I wish I could have learned quilting from my grandmother. Thank goodness for online teaching and all the fabulous bloggers who are so helpful. crystalbluern at onlineok dot com
I quilt because it relaxes me. My children are out of the house and my husband works long hours so it fill my time and stops me from being lonely.
I love quilting because it is such a great way to show people how much you care-friends, family and strangers! Though with three kids under 6, I stick to mostly small wall hanging quilts or baby quilts. Something I can start and finish in a short time period without feeling guilty or having a whole bunch of unfinished projects! Thanks Nancy for all of your great tips and teachings.
looks like a bunch of cool tools, I have plenty of quilts that need to get finished.
Grandma Joy and her sister Minnie grabbed my interest in quilting when I was in High School. Though they’ve both passed on, that interest has never left me and now I’ve passed on that interest to my daughter, who is a beginner. May quilting live on forever.
I have never quilted, but enjoy watching all the quilting shows. I would love to attempt to quilt. The creativity involved is amazing. It’s about time for me to stop just thinking about it and actually do it.
I love to quilt!! It calms me down and satisfies the creative side of me that doesn’t get enough attention. I have watch SWN since it first aired, and I have learned so much! Keep up the great work!
I have been a traditional quilt person for years and have not really wanted to try the new “modern” quilting style. Your Heartbeat pattern may just be the one that changes my mind about branching out. Anxious to get the book and see other patterns that will give me more inspiration. Thank you for helping to move over to the “modern side”.
I absolutely love quilting. I’m looking for a new machine. It would be so awesome to win one. I have a Baby Lock embroidery machine and absolutely love it.
I quilt because it is a way to create art, gifts, and smiles. I have 3 broken machines so I am sewing on my daughter-in-law’s machine until I can afford to have mine repaired. Being on a fixed budget, that may be a while. kisses
I love the creative process of planning a quilt top as much as actually putting it together-which is why I have so many unfinished projects-I give most of my creations away.
I want to learn to quilt because many years ago I slept under quilts my grandmothers had made. I’ve always thought that was such a wonderful blessing. Neither of my grandmothers had very much in the way of riches, but because they could quilt they provided their family warm coverings for many years and left me a legacy of wonderful memories and blessings beyond measure. I want to do that for my children and grandchildren.
I would love to learn how to make a beautiful, modern quilt to use in my home or as a gift for family. I’ve watched Nancy for years and enjoy how she demystifies so many things! This book looks like a great addition to my library. Thanks!
I started quilting in 1997 shortly after my Dad passed away, it has become my stress reliever and I love creating these pieces of art.
I enjoy quilting. Once I get started time just flies by. I wish I could do it more than I have time for. I really have learned so much from watching “Sewing With Nancy”, love the show.
I started quilting in 1997 shortly after I lost my Dad. Quilting has turned into a huge part of my life and I love it, I find great comfort in reading the patterns, picking out the fabric and creating the top, I usually send my larger quilts to the longarmer but then complete them with a quote on the label, a little about the quilt and then add the binding. I love to take pics of the recipients with their quilts for my portfolio. Quilting is awesome!!!!
I love how fast the column quilts come together and how very simple it is to pick a few coordinating fabrics to create a quilt. This book is a fantastic go to resource for those last minute gifts you want to make that will leave a loving and lasting impression!
I made my first quilt, a jelly roll quilt, earlier this year using animal print strips. I used zebra print material for the backing. For my first quilt it turned out amazing and I am totally hooked on quilting now.
Great prizes! Would love to win any one of them. I’m fairly new to quilting. Have pieced many blocks that are waiting to be made into a quilt top. Have completed one whole cloth quilt where I did quilting using the designs in fabric. My biggest challenge seems to be putting colors together. Love your show!
I haver never completed a quilt by myself but I love to piece the tops to get them ready to quilt, thanks so much for the give away!
I quilt for relaxation. It is a very creative way for me to leave the world behind when I need a break. Plus I have to do something with all that fabric I have purchased due to an addiction to beautiful fabric. LOL
I’ve been wanting to learn to quilt for some time. I’ve been saving my son’s baby blankets, clothes and cloths to re-purpose into a memory quilt.
I’m not much of a quilter, I usually sew other things. But I think it would be neat to make a baby quilt or even a small Christmas table topper quilt. I could have something to pass on to my kids.
Wow, what great prizes. I quilt because the process makes me feel artsy and creative. I am neither, but making a quilt, following a pattern satisfies the A personality side of me while making me feel part of the creative community. Ok, and I like to cuddle in the warmth of a quilt I made! =)
I’m very new to quilting and am just now learning (only about a month into it) although I’ve been sewing my whole life. I love giving people homemade gifts and blankets have always been my favorite gift to make. I also just love any opportunity to be creative and use color and pattern in fun ways.
My Great Grandma at 93 sat and hand pieced quilts. I remember just sitting and watching her as a kid. I think I caught the bug from her because I just love to quilt!
Live your new book. I’m just getting interested in quilting, but as of yet haven’t made one so far. Although I do have several made by friends:)
Hugs,
Gina
I quilt for the creative outlet it provides. It is so satisfying to watch a quilt top come together and even more so to see someone cozied up with the quilt I made for them.
I quilt because I love making something beautiful and useful with scraps I’d otherwise throw away. I quilt because it calms me, energizes me, and refreshes me. I quilt because there is no fitting involved, and I can pick it up and put it down easily when the kids need me. I quilt because there is no zipper instalations!
I quilt because I LOVE fabric and color.
I love seeing all the examples of your Column Quilt designs by the different bloggers! For 25- 30 years, I’ve been saving fabrics to make my daughters some quilts and some of these designs are perfect! The Windchimes pattern would be great for my daughter that teaches music! I look forward to getting my own copy of your book, Quick Column Quilts!
I a new quilter and am excited to learn more about all the aspects of quilting.
Nancy: Thank you for your dedication to teaching. I enjoy quilting and have learned so much about sewing tips from your show. You have been an inspiration to me.
Thank you, Anne!
I quilt because it is relaxing, satisfies my creative side, and allows me to begin and finish beautiful things. I started out quilting for family and friends, and am now doing custom quilting for customers.
I quilt for so many reasons – it is fun to play with beautiful fabric, it is relaxing, it’s great to be able to give handmade gifts from the heart, and the results are sometimes beautiful The column quilt look like so much fun! Thanks for sharing and thanks for this great giveaway!
I am just learning to quilt though I have been sewing since I was 5 years old. I want to carry on the tradition. I have quilts that my grandmother pieced and that my mother pieced and quilted. My oldest daughter began quilting before me and sent me the link to this site. I began watching Sewing with Nancy with my other-in-law soon after I married her son. She is a marvelous quilter and an inspiration to us all!
I enjoy creating and seeing a project come together.
Thank you so much for your continued excellent teaching and for this opportunity. It is so interesting to read the comments left by others.
I love quilting! It was a means to using up fabric when my kids were little, but that changed in a hurry as I didn’t like making clothing really! The odd t shirt or pj’s were about as fancy as I would get! Quilting opened up a whole new world an I am hooked! I love that Ms. Nancy loves what she does and teaches us all so much!
I made my first quilt a year ago and have been quilting ever since!
I have learned so much about sewing with Nancy. Have watched the program for many years until I stopped my tv service. All though I have been sewing for 50 + years I am a new quilter. I have made a lot of small projects and am now just finishing a queen size quilt for my granddaughters wedding gift. It was quite an adventure for me. But I’m hooked. I can hardly wait to get this one finished so I can get on to the next one. What will it be?????
A friend taught me how to quilt about 25 years ago and from that time I was hooked. I love the many different color combinations, textures, patterns that are possible. I’m still finding new ways to express my creativity. Quilting is my therapy.
I want to learn how quilt because I keep seeing fabric I love and buying it. Now I just need to start using it.
I quilt because it soothes my soul, and allows me to be as creative as I can be.
Quilting is my therapy. It allows me to create beautiful gifts for family and special friends. It has also given me a way to focus on doing something for others instead of on serious health issues in recent years. And mostly…I just love to work with fabric.
I quilt because I love to sew and create. Most of my previous sewing was my own clothing for work… but now I am retired and have switched to quilting , craft sewing and knitting.
thanks for the great giveaway!
I am trying to learn all I can about quilting, techniques tools, machines, etc. in order to create a unique project.
I made my first quilt when my Grandaughter was born. I have been sewing more than 50 years. I made my wedding gown and hundreds of other things over the years.
I remember watching Sewing with Nancy for years. I made my first quilt when I was 16 and now my daughter is starting to sew quilt.
I am learning to quilt at a quilting club at my church.
All of our quilts are completely done by hand. I am learning
to quilt the way my mother made quilts. We lived on a farm and she never had the time to teach me. I have several of her quilts and and treasure them dearly. Now I believe it is time for me to start making a quilt, but not by hand. I have watch your shows and think I am ready to start. I think the column quilt would be a great start. Thanks you for all of your teaching and encouragement.
I made my first quilt when I was 16. My daughter is now starting to sew quilts.
I love to quilt because there are so many opportunities for creativity. It fits whatever mood I’m in: pattern or improvisational; abstract or representational; piecing or applique; doodling, and on and on.
I would love to learn how to quilt on my basic sewing machine. I am afraid to give it a try. Too much bulk, etc. I can’t afford to pay for quilting so I have several tops that have not been put together. I even tried a quilt as you go. That worked pretty good. Any advice?
I remember watching “Sewing with Nancy” with my grandma. Sewing fills me with so many memories of those times with Grandma.
I quilt as therapy:) haha!!! I love the textures and creativity that comes from designing and then sewing a quilt. Add the longarm quilting and I am in heaven!!!! I have been longarm quilting for teh public for 3 years now and just love it!!!! Most let me “play” on their quilts and I get to transform them:) Can’t wait to see the series… most likely on the computer:)
I quilt because it makes me happy!
Quilting can offer many elements for happiness, such as creativity, designing, mathematics, exploring, searching, obtaining goals, relaxation, promotes friendships, consultations, satisfaction, and marks a time in history for both you and your recipient. My mother quilted by hand, I quilt by machine, a friend at work quilts by hand and machine. Quilting gives the quilter freedom to choose what’s best for them.
After years of sewing everything but quilts, I decided to jump in and give quilting a try. I had no idea it would be so much fun! Thank you for the giveaway — I have my fingers crossed.
Thanks for the chance to win! The quilts look like projects that a busy mom could work on over time.
Your new book looks wonderful! Perfect for people who might need to work on quilts in shorter time amounts each day. Thanks for the chance to win!
Sewing is in my blood. My maternal grandmother was an awesome seamstress. Her passion skipped my mother, and was passed to me. I’ve been sewing practically all my life. Quilts are beautiful and warm and a wonderful combination of color, shape, and texture. I’ll never tire of exploring this art form!
My whole life I wanted to be able to create beautiful items. I tried a million different crafts but they never felt quite right. But when I started quilting it was immediately like I had come home, and it still feels like that everyday. It is my passion, my comfort, it is me. Thanks for this chance!
I quilt because it pulls my mind off other things and allows me to relax and focus. I enjoy designing each quilt to be different. I often change patterns to add or subtract elements.
My whole life I wanted to be able to create beautiful items. I tried a million different crafts but they never felt quite right. But when I started quilting it was immediately like I had come home, and it still feels like that everyday. It is my passion, my comfort, it is me.
I’m trying a column quilt now but I’m getting hung up on the rows matching even though they are adjacent. Sure could use your book for some better ideas! svonfumetti at yahoo dot com
A few years ago, I read somewhere that quilting would take over your fabric stash, your sewing, your craft room… I didn’t believe it. I had sewn for years and loved it – I even made my daughter’s wedding dress! But after being a “beginner quilter” for the past 18 months, I stand corrected! What is it about quilting that is so relaxing and at the same time is so much fun…seeing those little pieces come together to form something new – almost like artwork. I underestimated it.
Why I Quilt? To make someone happy
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Nancy, I learned to sew from your books and now on the computer. I started learning to quilt 20 years ago when my last child married and made a home for herself and husband. I am still learning!
I quilt because I love fabric and my husband won’t let me buy anymore until I do something with the fabric I have- so I learned how to quilt!
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Thanks for the giveaway. I love to quilt because it keeps me balanced and happy. I love sharing my quilts with my family and friends, it’s a warm reminder of my love for them.
Quilting is the stress relief I prefer the most. Nothing like sitting down to my machine after a hard diay.
Thanks for the giveaway ! I quilt because I don’t want to kill people.
Seriously, it’s great therapy and a lot of fun!
I’ve been a sewer most of my life but really feel most creative when I quilt. Having been a student of quilting just a few years, I look forward to many more. Also, thanks very much, Nancy, for the Quilt Expo! What a great event and wonderful inspiration!
I’ve been a sewer most of my life but really feel most creative when I quilt. Having been a student of quilting just a few years, I look forward to many more. Also, thanks very much, Nancy, for the Quilt Expo! What a great event!
Quilting allows me to be creative… when I usually think of myself as someone who really isn’t that creative. There are several artists in my family – I can’t even draw a stick-person. But for some reason when I work with fabric I am able to create some pretty amazing stuff!
Love the patterns in your new book! They’ll be fun to do for donation and gift-giving quilts. As always, thanks for the ideas and inspiration!
I like to make quilts and try different techniques, I just
finish one using Prairie Points borders for the first time.
When I’m quilting, I loose all track of time its such a pleasure. I’m looking forward to your new book.
Amazing giveaway! I think this is the best giveaway I have ever seen! I sew, mostly quilt, because I love the creative process of choosing fabrics and designs. I also love that the end project of all the creating is beautiful, useful, and make amazing gifts. Can’t wait to check out the new book!
I have saved baby/toddler clothes from my twins and really, really want to learn how to quilt them into a memory quilt.
I’ve been sewing since I was old enough to maneuver a needle, but I consider myself a beginner because that’s where I am, skill-wise. I love quilting, though, and keep trying to learn new things and improve upon what I already know.
I make quilts because I love color, fabric and creating. This book is my style!
You don’t look old enough for me to think I’ve been learning and watching your sew for at least 25 years. Whatever the time frame, I’ve also loved watching you and you have taught me so much. Thank you. Your new quilting book looks wonderful. Just the type of quilting I enjoy. I have been sewing forever but didn’t take up quilting until recently. I like the modern quilts. I make them all and give them all way. Thanks for continuing to teach and share. I’ve also shared your giveaway on the Giveaway List @ wowilikethat.com which is for sewers and quilters. Thanks again.
I love the Interrupted Column Quilt! Why I want to learn to quilt is because I think quilts are so beautiful. They are a wonderful gift to give to someone because while you are making it you think of that person nonstop and hoping that they will love it. When they receive it, they have received a gift that will stand the test of time and they will think of you every time they use it. I thought quilting would be easy, I can sew pretty well so no problem right? Wrong. So much more skill and talent involved. I haven’t got past the binding yet. I will though, thanks to your site and the other sites on the tour!
I love the creative process and also the delight that giving a quilt away can bring.
I learned to sew in grade school – always wanted to learn how to quilt – I finally took a beginning quilting class 2 years ago – I’m totally hooked – can’t get enough of it
I haven’t sewn in years and decided it was time to get back into it. I’ve been sewing quilted potholders, table runners, microwave bowls, etc. I’m ready to begin a lap quilt, as soon as I get over the fear of cutting the fabric, lol. I’m totally amazed at all the different tools and feet available. I love your show and have learnt so much. Thanks for the opportunity to win. Hugs
Quiting is a lot of fun and is very creative.
I quilt because it allows me to make my love tangible, visible.
I’ve only been quilting for about six months but can’t get enough – look forward to retirement so I can sew even more. It’s relaxing and I so enjoy creating something beautiful. Thanks for the chance to win.
I quilt because it is fun.
After years of sewing garments for my family, quilting is now my “pleasure sewing”. I am just starting out, and doing very simple patterns, but it is my escape, my me-time, and just something that I want to do.
I am new to quilting, in the last 6 months I have made 5 quilts and I am now addicted. I love the whole process, but choosing the fabrics is especially fun. I sew on a 50 year old turquoise kenmore machine, it is beautiful
I quilt because of the creativity. I love diving into a new project and seeing it through to completion, whether a wall hanging, gift, or new quilt for my bed!
I love to quilt. I have been quilting for 14 years now and I have given away almost every quilt I have made to friends, family and charity’s. I can’t think of anything more relaxing, rewarding and gratifying than making a quilt and giving it to someone. The look on their faces makes it all worth while. Thanks Nancy for teaching me new patterns and techniques.
Sewing and quilting is my get away time. Of course there is those necessary repairs and lose buttons that need attention quickly, but that is life. I do have family that appreciates my sewing for them. Love each of them and my sewing pals.
I love to sew and make things! I am busy with 5 children at home and I am going to college on line and I babysit!! But when I take the time to quilt, I feel a little bit of piece in my body and soul!!
I am excited about your new book, your app and the ability to watch your show when I want to since usually I am at work. Woo Hoo Nancy! Thank you.
It has taken me awhile to get used to the new quilt patterns and fabrics but suddenly I am totally inspired! Change is not easy for me but I am now ready to embrace the easier, more laid back styles that look fresh and new. Thanks for introducing me to these new styles.
I always said that I would learn to quilt when I retired, but I couldn’t wait that long. I made my first quilt 3 years ago. It is fun to always have a project to work on! The column quilts look like fun! Thank you for the chance to win!
I love to quilt and sew. I love making beautiful quilts that are fast to piece together. I make homemade gifts for baby showers and wedding showers and feel blessed that I can!
I am pretty new to quilting but I have tacked Flying Geese and Drunkard’s Path and love to make creative backings. The column quilts look like so much fun to make and the bright colors are my favorite.
I love to sew and quilt because I love fabric and it talks to me – I see a fabric and I want to make a quilt with it – or a dress for my granddaughter. I enjoy giving handmade gifts to my friends and family. I especially enjoy making a quilt from scraps or old clothes and shirts – the concept of making such a beautiful and useful item from discarded items pleases me greatly. I have been sewing since I was pre school age.
I quilt because my grandmother quilted – it’s carrying on a family tradition. I quilt because I love beautiful fabric. I quilt because I practice medicine during the week and need a creative outlet on the weekend. I quilt because I love to give people things that are beautiful, functional, and long lasting.
I eagerly await your show each week, and am inspired to try new techniques. Your and your guests are joyous guides to the world of sewing and quilting. Nancy’s Corner is so diverse, exploring the world of sewing and the many volunteer opportunities. The blog is a good reminder, preview and follow-up to the show. Thanks for all you do.
I love quilting for all the variety of patterns, blocks and fabrics.
I quilt to keep myself sane! It’s my escape from mundane work and household tasks and an outlet for my creativity! It’s a very long week that doesn’t include some time in the studio!
I love to quilt for so many reasons, but I think the heart of it goes to how it feeds both the right and left parts of my brain. All the creativity plus all the analysis and math — what could be better?
I became interested in quilting as an adult because of the warm quilts I slept under as a child. My father was a minister and through the years, women in two of the churches he served gifted the minister’s family with four different scrap quilts. These quilts were well used and appreciated. Many years later, I began quilting for my own family, and to add to the baby boxes at my church. The box includes a handmade blanket of any type. I have grown to love not only constructing baby quilts to add to the boxes, but to designing them as well.
I like to sew garments for my grandchildren and have fabric scraps that would be perfect for small quilts. I have made several quilt tops and think it is time to start making some quilts for my grandchildren! Sewing is creative and fulfilling, it brings me joy and peace. Thanks Nancy, for your inspiration.
The colors & prints of fabric make my heart beat fast! Quilting let me buy & use those gorgeous pieces. Plus, I just have to sew.
I started quilting when I got tired of waiting for my older sister to make me a quilt. When I began, I figured I would only buy enough fabric for the project I was working on and the next one I wanted to make. LOL, boy was I wrong. Now, I am addicted, I can’t stop buying fabric, oh my. Thanks to you and your sponsors for the fabulous giveaway!
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Hi Nancy. Thank you for the oppotunity. I started quilting because after seeing beautiful quilts for years and years I decided I wanted to make them too. I knew how to sew and knew I could learn. The stress in my life said I need something I love and can be passionate about. And boy do I love it. Quilting consumes my mind and helps me put all else aside when it becomes too much to handle. And a bonus is the many many forum friends and wonderful quilters out and around. I might be quilting home alone, but there is a quilting party going on around me and I love it. Thanks again and I am looking forward to checking out your new book and series.
I started quilting three years ago because my mom moved down the street from me then. She had been sewing/quilting for her whole life and found out there was a quilt guild in the area so talked me into going with her. It was so fascinating to see experts come and show us their amazing trunk shows. When I got home I realized I wasn’t going to have her here forever so I should learn all I can from her now, unlike when I lived with her as a kid and was very much NOT interested in sewing. However, I have loved color and texture and the whole art world for a while, and quilting seemed to be a great way to be creative, express myself with designing and to give to those I love all at once. Now its my favorite hobby and my mom and I are even collaborating on a big quilt together. Fun times for sure!
I quilt to express my creativity through my love of color, design, and fabric. I get great satisfaction from pleasing others and learning new things
I love to quilt because it puts a “part of me” in everything I make. Most of my quilts are given away to family and friends. There are so many amazing resources and ideas out there for making fun and fabulous quilts!
I quilt because it relaxes me and I enjoy it. I especially like to quilt with friends, I get so much more done than on my own:) Thanks for the opportunity to win, I watch your show every chance I get.
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My quilting is a response to something I see that triggers an idea that I want to interpret in fabric.
I love to sew quilts. I make them for fun and for my family. I just want more time to work on quilts. This is a great giveaway and can’t wait to watch the new series. Thank you. timewilltell63 at yahoo dot com
A total addict.. i have been sewing since I’m a young girl and somewhere around 1967 mom sent me to Singer sewing school. Sewing off and on over the years, last winter I discovered quilting and that it wasn’t just “country” but could be very modern too! I have found I love this craft for a laundry list of reasons: (in no particular order) the sheer creativity, the joy of giving, watching the project grow from bolt to finish, and the peace & tranquility. I have found, like many others, sewing, cutting, even my nemesis ironing is far better than xanex!
Remember learning to sew with my Grandmother Champlain on kitchen table and ever since I’ve been trying to leave a trail of Quilts, stuffies, and parts of my HEART to those who recieve something in fabric from me!
I know how to sew, but feel that quilting may provide a much greater creative outlet that I would like to explore.
I love fun, fast, easy quilt patterns!
My favorite part of quilting is the design process, specifically finding patterns that will utilize the more dated fabrics in the stash. It is an exercise in creativity as well as being therapeutic!
I began quilting 13 years ago when I retired. A friend took me to Road2CA and I was hooked. I have volunteered at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for 12 years and make and donate quilts for their silent auctions. I’m a co-chair for Quilts Wounded Veterans at our guild and we have delivered over 500 patriotic quilts locally. I love giving back!
Quilting is a passion and a “stress buster” for me. Although I don’t always have time for intricate patterns my quilts are always appreciated by non-sewers!!
I often use Nancy’s techniques of 10-20-30 minutes to sew….at my sewing machine all my worldly cares seem to disappear (at least for a few minutes).
Love your quilt shows been quilting over 30 years
After years of sewing for my kids I found quilting to be easier and more interesting. I’ve recently gotten involved with a group of women who sew garments and I’m trying to get back into garment sewing but I still make quilts for my grandchildren. I think the Heartbeat Quilt will be perfect for my newest granddaughter who was born without a heartbeat. We stood around her and prayed for a week that her heart would beat on it’s own and 3 months later she is home (though with many challenges). Bright colors and textured fabric would make it great for her.
I quilt for the fun of putting colors and textures and ideas together. It is a creative outlet for me that has the benefit of seeing something cool develop out of a pile of fabric. LOL
I’m pretty new to quilting, but I love it! I also love how impressed my family is when I make something that turns out properly
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I’ve been sewing forever, but didn’t start quilting until I retired a couple of years ago. It has been so fun! Love playing with designs and color and having a creative outlet.
I quilt out of love for the process and the results. It is a great creative outlet and there is a great community of quilters out there
I love to Quilt! I have tried all kinds of ways, sewing stripes, cutting them in differents widths. Making baby quilts, patchwork, squares. I don’t have a one of them, I end up giving them all away. Never had a lesson on quilting, just watch Nancy Notions, really enjoy watching, learn so much.
I’m a new quilter, and love fast, simple quilts. Quick Column Quilts fits the bill for me. I’m looking forward to watching the online videos and following all the blogs. Quilting is a great way to meet friends and get the creativity inspired.
I have been wanting to make a quilt for quite some time.
I have never tried. I have made blankets but only with whole yardage , padded ,and then tied.
This looks like the type I would like to try! Thanks.
I have many of Nancy’s books, the latest one 30 minute doll clothes.
Love them all.
My two favorite PBS shows when my boys were toddlers and not watching their shows was Sewing with Nancy and Quilt in a Day with Eleanor Burns. I’ve always sewn but gleaned valuable tips and techniques from watching Nancy. I learned to quilt by watching Eleanor and thus my quilting journey began. Thanks to both of you.
Sewing always helps me relax. It’s something I do when I want to unwind and I love giving handmade gifts. Thanks for the chance to win something in this great giveaway. I’m starting the quick columns quilt this week!
I love putting things together and making things.
quilting gives my a big return and fairly quickly.
I like that every one of my nieces and nephews has at least one quilt that I made to pass on just like my grandma passes on crochet afghans to us. I still have mine after 50 years and hopefully my nieces will say the same.
I love this idea of a tour featuring other bloggers who make one quilt from your book, it really helps to see the variations and is inspiring!
I’m just a beginner here. Wanted to learn so took a class at a local shop. I would like to be able to make memorial quilts from the clothes of loved ones who have passed away. I’m saving the clothes til I get good enough to make them! In the meantime, I practice and try to increase my skills with each class.
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Hi Nancy. I have sewn forever it seems. My grandmother taught me when I was just 10. I started quilting when I was in my 30′s and now, 25 years later, I can’t imagine not quilting. It is a creative outlet for me and my way to relax.
Hi Nancy! I’m fairly new to quilting (working on my second quilting project now) and love the process! I would love to be able to learn free motion quilting when I get comfortable with the basics. I sew on an old Kenmore that has sewn clothes for my children and now grandchildren. Thank you for the chance to win!
When I retired in 2000 my plan was to spend time between sewing, gardening and reading. But after viewing Sewing with Nancy I became hooked on quilting. Many classes and quilts later, my passion for quilting is still strong, there is always something new to learn, fabrics to search for and amazing quilting friendships to make along the way.
I’ve been quilting for about 15 years now (grew up sewing). It never gets old. My tastes change but my love of fabric continues! Thanks for a chance to win.
I started quilting in order to keep from going crazy. I had surgery 8 years ago on my back and woke up paralyzed from the waist down. For the first 3 years I was just adjusting to life in a wheelchair and getting my health under control. Then in March of 2010 I read about a shop hop and decided to check it out. I grew up with a mother that sewed daily so I wasn’t new, but I never had the patience to just sit still and do it. Well times changed and so did I, I am now not only a member of two guilds but an officer in both. I take as many classes as I can and try to learn more each and every day. I am obsessed!
I started quilting because it seemed like a practical, thrifty way of keeping my family warm. I quilt now because…because I need to quilt–it keeps me sane!
I quilt for my kids and grandbabies to have something to remember with- some memories of me, sometimes the fabrics themselves will have associated memories. I hope that although now only one grandchild is somewhat interested, one of my five or some more of their however many decide to learn to sew garments and/or quilts. And I sew and quilt to give myself that connection to my mom and connect with that quiet and easily neglected creative self zone.
I quilt so that I can make beautiful creations!
I am new to quilting. I enjoy making things and making someone smile with my gifts.
Nancy I watch your show at LPB and on line. I made the quilt to give last weekend using strips fabric in center. I meet with a group on 2nd Tuesday of month to sew for your little patients at local hospital. Next meeting to make rag quilt. Thanks for sharing.
The quilts I grew up with were made by my grandma. When I quilt I feel I am sharing the love of multiple generations.
I love quilts and making them so relaxing. Thanks for the giveaway.
I love quilting and fabric and all of it. Thanks for the giveaway!
I want to learn how to quilt so I can make some gifts!
To me, quilting is art from the heart. And it is usually done while thinking pleasant thoughts of the person it is planned for.
I’ve just begun to quilt, am taking classes at the county extension office. I think quilts are a comfort thing, something I relate to my Mother. She was making a quilt for me but was unable to finish it.
Quilting is my stress reliever!
I quilt because I love to work with fabric, and I love the unique looks I can create by using different fabrics to make each quilt. I quilt because quilts are blessing to others–they are an expression of love, warmth and nurturing. And I quilt because it is fun!
I quilt to see the smiles on faces of family and friends when they receive a gift and to feed my creative side. I love column quilts, so fun and easy.
I love quilting because seeing all the various colors and patterns come together to form a whole is just very rewarding. And when the recipient opens the quilt that I’ve worked on and given them and they love it. that’s super rewarding!
Quilting is therapy!
Why I love to quilt…
Primarily it is my need to feel accomplishment, you see I went from Type A business development professional to a homebound lady in her 50′s (health challenge forced retirement) needing to have structure in my new life. I love the process searching for just the right pattern & fabric, preparation, cutting, and then the magic for me begins one shape at a time. I find it really gratifying if I can actually sit down and create a beautiful block. For me that can be a long process but it helps to clear my thoughts and focus, it actually helps me manage my discomfort. The very rewarding part is the quilting process, I have managed to grow from straight lines to swirls & curly q’s. Binding is a process I hope to learn to love because its that final step of accomplishment and purpose I crave. Lastly, the look of appreciation and gratitude from the person I gift it to…. PRICELESS for us both! I have also gained so many “virtual friends” through FB groups and blogs, quilt shows, and workshops, what an awesome group of guys & gals!
But most of all Thanks To You Nancy, I started watching SWN almost 6 years ago from a hospital room and quickly became a fan, it was so very great to meet you last year in Puyallup.
Much Gratitude,
Ronda in Bend
I have been sewing for the last 65 years, starting way back with my grandma and my mom and using templates made from corn flake boxes. They taught me to quilt for family, friends and those in need, which I still do to this day. It gives me such pleasure to use the talents God has given me for the good of others. Wonder what Mom and Grandma would say now about cutting mats, rotary cutters and the modern sewing/embroidery machines we have today!
I’m a beginning quilter, but am looking forward to learning all about it, especially traditional quilting and applique quilting. I have a baby grand-daughter, and I want to make something gorgeous that I can pass down to her.
Fairly new to quilting…do cuttin & piecin pretty well…neeeed to learn to quilt! lol Want to learn FMQ on my machine.
Love giving my quilts away..even if not prize worthy..they are full of love. I usually knot them, or Stitch in the Ditch.
I love everything about quilting, from the fabrics to the finish and everything in between. My son still has the first quilt I made him, over 15 years ago. My quilting has improved since then whew!
I love quilting, I just love to cut up fabric and sew it back together and create something useful.
It’s the puzzle making and solving aspect of quilting that I enjoy. In fact, that is what I enjoy in all types of sewing. To look at a piece or a stack of fabrics and see in my mind what it can become, then uncover the steps to create that image is bliss! And I count you, in your role as leader and teacher on that path, as one of life’s great blessings. Philippians 1:3
Love to quilt and sew!!
I would love to learn to quilt because I am preparing for retirement and I think it would be a wonderful way to express myself creatively and the resulting products would make great gifts to hand down to my grandchildren.
I grew up with a Grandmother and a Mother that quilted. I learned from them. Today, I want to get back into quilting and teaching my daughters how to sew and quilt for themselves. I want to be able to carry on the teachings that I was taught. I see sewing as a way to bring others together to learn, share and have fun.
I want to learn to quilt so that I can leave a loving reminder of me and how much I loved my family by making a quilt for each of my three children and seven grandchildren.
I quilt to be creative. I like to create my own designs using fabric “scraps”, pulling the colors together to make the quilt.
When I can’t be outside in the garden, I am at my craft table. I love sewing for my family and house.
I love quilting for relaxation and being able to give my labor of love to family.
I am a beginning quilter. I took my first class about 10 years ago, but life got in the way and I am trying to get back to doing more quilting.
I’m finally giving quilting a try. After years of sewing garments, I’ve begun dabbling with small quilts. I’m still unsure of my ability to do free motion quilting so straight line quilting is my choice. It seems that columns would be right up my alley.
I am a beginner quilter, but have been sewing some clothing for my kids (ok- my little girl) for a few years now. I started getting a little bummed out she doesn’t wear everything I make (or not often enough before she outgrows it!) so I thought quilting might give me the same creative sense of accomplishment but also more longevity for the product! These are amazing prizes thanks so much for the chance to win!
I love quilting because it allows me to be creative and produce memories. Also I am currently enjoying making a group quilt for a wounded warrior. There is a lot of satisfaction in doing that.
Saw an ad for quilting lessons offered at our local library for a
$10 donation.There were no sewing machines at the lessons, only lectures,some quilt samples & an assignment to go home & try it. I feverishly took notes, went home, purchased a sewing machine & some fabric & was off. The seam ripper became my best friend at the time, but I never looked back & have been quilting ever since. & loving it.
I like to quilt to see the look of surprise on people’s faces when they see the finished product for the 1st time. All my projects so far have been baby blankets for my family/friends.
Ive no idea if any of these giveaways is open to international (Ive no hope in getting the sewing machine, ha) but I quilt becuse it keeps me sane. Literally!
Making a large quilt has always called to me but I have never had the skills or the confidence to try to make my own.A few weeks ago I stumbled onto Nancy’s site. Oh happy days! At the age of 62 I am now inspired and empowered to have a go and Nancy’s column quilts , especially the monochrome style, is the quilt for me.
Thank you Nancy and team for such an inspirational show from a very happy UK subscriber to your newsletters, website, blog and , now, your books.
I quilt because I enjoy the process and because I love being able to give gifts I have made. Plus, there’s some fabric I love that’s calling my name.
My youngest sister talked me & my other 2 sisters into doing a round robin quilt back in 2006. I immediately got hooked & the 4 of us are still doing block exchanges, round robins & group quilts. We live in 4 different states (CO, NC, PA, TN) & this is a wonderful way for us to keep in touch. Thanks.
I quilt because it’s something I can enjoy doing with my mom.
I retired a year ago from teaching Family and Consumer Sciences for 20 years. I have put off learning to quilt until retirement but have watched TV programs, read magazines, collected books and bought fabric and kits. I have been a faithful follower of Sewing with Nancy since the 80′s when it first ran on our local PBS station. As a teacher I helped several students who chose making a quilt as a project for my Basic Clothing and Textiles classes. However, I am still waiting to begin quilting because this past year I helped my son and daughter-in-law with daycare for their children. Today I will be cutting the pieces for my first quilt!
I sew to be happy and stay sane!
I am 42 and was diagnosed with a GBM in 2012. Sewing is keeping me happy and sane and occupied!
Quilting is the hardest yet most rewarding thing I have ever done,about to finish sewing my first full size quilt,(not quilted yet) next is trying to quilt a grandmothers flower garden top that was left to me by my great grandma,she sewed the top in the 1930, and it is just as bright and colorful as when she had sewed it,it is kinda pucker so it is a challenge to get flat, But I am going to try. Thank you nancy for all I have learned from you all these years, I have watched you from the beginning . If it had not been for you and your tutorials I would never have found the confidence to even try quilting !YOU ROCK!!!
Even though I’ve doing quilting for years, I can always learn new shortcuts and new cutting methods from your show. I look forward every week to see “What’s New” on Sewing with Nancy. Still can teach an old dog – new tricks. Thanks
I quilt because playing with fabric is the most fun ever!
I was taught to sew and quilt by my mother, aunt and great grandma. I love to make clothes and purses and sewing crafts of all kinds, but my love and passion is quilting. The women in my family tree were pioneers and farmers wives and sewing and quilting were done out of necessity and out of love. When I sit down with a quilt project, I am reconnected to all those wonderful and talented women in my family and I remember the stories told to me about their lives and losses and loves and some of my favorite stories are about their quilts.
My sister recently started quilting. She seems to really enjoy it and has given some baby quilts to her friends having babies. I want to learn to quilt blankets to give as gifts and so my sisters and I can quilt together.
I have found a way to escape in quilting. It takes me on a road that I have never imagine. When sewing a quilt together, I picture in my memory box how much my grandchildren love to snuggle up in a new quilt I made just for them. When visiting me, I get to see them bring that very quilt with them. It is heaven here at grandma’s home. I hope to finish my UFO’s soon before the holidays. Judith, Texas
I am just starting to quilt. I love watching your episodes.
Wow – I love the heartbeat column quilt!! I would love to make for my sister who is a nurse in the cardiac OR. Congrats on a another fabulous book . I love quilting as its relaxing and I get joy out of seeing others thrilled to receive a handmade gift! thank you.
I have sewn for years, but when I started quilting it was a whole new adventure! I love the math, creativity and history of quilting! I also love the generosity of quilters to share ideas.
Thanks, Nancy for bringing so much joy to the sewing quilting community!!!
I quilt because I love all parts of the process. I’m giving a personal quilt to each of my grandchildren as graduation gifts.
I recently started to quilt and am enjoying the challenge of learning about colour and how to sew accurately – it is keeping my mind and fingers active. Looking forward to seeing the new series on the internet and love to watch the past shows whilst I’m sewing.
I am a newbie quilter. I love to ” snuzzle” fabric. It makes me smile. I cannot switch cable carriers as Charter does not carry my three favorite shows, Sewing with Nancy, Love of Quilting, and Quilt in A Day. I love these ladies and am so glad you folks have coordinated on a pattern book, and have preordered it. Love your patterns, and love fabric. Am so excited about your Free Motion series. I want to learn this so badly. On my bucket list is to meet Nancy, Eleanor, Maryanne, and Jennie Doan in person. Got my fingers crossed for the contest, and look forward to Saturday mornings with Nancy. You are a true inspiration to me. Keep those patterns coming, and God Willing, I have many more years left to learn from you.
Began quilting 6 years ago. Before that, I designed-sewed most of my clothing using Momma’s Featherweight then other machines (friends, mine and whatever machine was available at volunteer sewing marathons. Great way to test various makes-models). Love traditional blocks, but the modern approach focusing on straight lines, complimentary colors-patterns? Energizes one’s creative vision!
I quilt because it is enjoyable and relaxing. Quilt don’t go out of style or out grown. You can just pickup where you left off.
I love to sew and quilting gives me a way to use my sewing in art. Thanks for a quick, new way to quilt with columns!
I quilt for relaxation.
I quit to relax and to challenge myself.
I am still sewing on my 35 year old White sewing machine, poor thing has been dropped but, it still works. I need a new machine……I sew everyday.
I love making gifts for my family that they will love and use! Mainly I make small things like placemats and lap quilts!
I’ve just started learning to quilt; I think I’ll feel like a beginner for a very long time, but I really enjoy this journey so far. This book looks just wonderful.
I would just love to win this machine. I just cannot imagine what it would be like to sew on a new machine like that.Acyually I would be able to use any of the items and really enjoy them.
Quilting gives me a chance to be creative. I love playing with the different colors and what happens when you switch color placement in the same block. Sewing gives me a peaceful place to retreat when outside pressures stress me out.
I love quilting because it is an exciting craft that has blossomed into the biggest craft for everyone young or old. Every time I see a quilt show, or show & tell at my quilt guild, I want to make all the quilts. It ‘s exciting to see even the same quilt in different colors, colors I probably wouldn’t use on my quilt. IT’S A CRAFT THAT GETS BETTER EVERY YEAR!!!! it’s MY 70 BIRTHDAY TODAY HOPE IT BRINGS ME LUCK
I have been quilting for over 25 years and have worked at two quilt shops part time. I love quilting, fabric, patterns, books, and meeting other quilting friends. I belong to 3 guilds, 2 small quilt groups and attend as many shows as possible, Madison is one of the best. I now do a lot of quilting for others thru church and the guilds. I enjoy using my sewing gift to give back to others. I have watched your show for many years and you have been an inspiration to many. Thank you Nancy
Quilting gives me something to look forward to doing.
I have followed your PBS shows for many years. You are so generous with your techniques and I have learned many sewing fundamentals from you. I love to quilt, but you wouldn’t know it by looking at my home which does not have any of my quilts displayed as I gift them to the dearest people in my life. I do display quilts made by my mother and grandmother. Thank you for the years of inspiration.
I love quilting! My daughters and I quilt together, take classes together, belong to a group together and shop for quilting stuff together. We are a quilting family keeping up a tradition that started with my mother.
I’m fairly new at quilting but I love it. I love looking, reading and seeing other quilts. I have been bitten by the quilt bug.
I have been watching Sewing with Nancy for years and now enjoy being able to watch episodes again and keep up to date with these blogs. Just last week my daughter and I created a backpack, when we were stuck on a way to handle a tricky spot my daughter said ” Mom, why don’t you check what Nancy says to do.” So we did and solved our dilemma. Thanks for always being there with the answers. Winning a prize will help me start a new stage of my life as I prepare for retirement and ramp up on quilt supplies and plans.
I just started following your blog website in the last year, and I’m enjoying all your articles, tips, and ideas. There is so much inspiration here, just what I need to feed my desire for sewing, quilting, and machine embroidery. I am fairly new to quilting and find it a different way to enjoy my love of sewing machines, fabrics, and creativity. I have tried various quilting methods and patterns from placemats to mug rugs to decorative quilts over beds. I wish there were more hours in the day (or more energy) to spend at the machine. Thanks so much for all you do for us!
I quilt because grandma did. One girl every other generation in our family loves sewing, including quilting. I am now teaching my 7 year old granddaughter.
I quilt because my grandma did. None of her 5 daughters sew or any of her other grandchildren. My two daughters never had any interest. . Of my 4 granddaughters, I am teaching one of them, the only one interested. She started just as early as I, at age 5. It is in our gene pool – one every other generation not only sews but has a passion for quilting.
I have been sewing for over 50 years. Started on my Mom’s treadle machine. I enjoy all kinds of sewing, making Quilts, crafts, garment sewing and now making American Girl doll clothes. I try to sew everyday and still enjoy it.
I learned to sew when I was 12. I’ve always wanted to quilt, not just for me, but family , friends and for “creative kindness”. I think sewing is one of the best ways to relieve stress, and, to give back to the community. It is my hope that one day I can teach at least one young or young at heart person to sew and quilt. I taught my husband how to quilt, and he does a better hand quilting stitch than I !!
I’m a “newbie” & need all of the help I can get! Want to start making quilts for all of my 9 grandkids.
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I used to sew quilts when I was younger, but I always felt that a better machine and good advice helps to create a professional-looking results. Since I started watching “Sewing With Nancy” I found helpful advice in using the newer machines available and Nancy’s tips and assortment of sewing notions helps to make that happen. What a joy it would be to be able to do a landscape quilt with all the embellishments. Thank you Nancy.
Quilting is my therapy. There is nothing as relaxing and satisfying as the whole process of quilting from picking fabrics for the next project to the last hand stitch of the binding and along the line already thinking about 6 more ideas for quilts. After having made quilts for family members and friends I now make quilts for the local veterans home and CASA (Courted Appointed Special Advocates for children removed from abusive situations).
My fabric stash is a testimony to the quilts I have completed in my head. Someday I hope real quilts equal the dream quilts. I can’t wait!
I have sewn garments and crafty items. I have just started learning how to quilt thru Pinterest and most of all I love Nancy’s quilting tutorials. Thanks Nancy and Staff
I started to quilt again several years ago. I enjoy making scrappy quilts, purses and totes. Now that I’m retired I have more time to sew and quilt. I enjoy being able to give hand made gifts to family and friends.
I am new to quilting after over 50 years of sewing other things. I love the freedom of color and expression. My daugther (32) is anxious to start quilting, so I hope together we create a new tradition and of course, wonderful memories.
I am a new quilter after many years of some sewing when I had time. I love the colors, and the construction challenges of matching points/seams. Mostly I like being totally involved mentally as a retreat from all the day’s pressures! I want to pass my love of sewing to my Granddaughter; at three she sits on my lap and helps guide fabric whenever she wants! She loves helping me pick fabric at the store. Thanks for all you have taught me, Nancy.
I am a beginner quilter, I just love beautiful quilts, and I want to develop my skills in the art. My mother, her mother, her mother and so on, all created beautiful quilts, and I would love to follow in their footsteps. Sewing is such a joy and stress reliever, I look forward to it when I can get the kids in bed early! Plus my mom is getting tired of my quilt demands!
I started at age 6 with hand sewing and embroidering. Crochet came at 11, knitting at 20. Whenever I have sewn clothing, I have saved the leftover cloth. Fast forward to age 72, and I am making scrap quilts and loving it! Just the binding to add to my current king-size quilt for our son’s upcoming wedding. I’m not as fast anymore, so some neat new tools would be so welcome, and USED! Baby serger, I’d learn all it can do, then totally wear the machine out!
I have always loved sewing, but when I began to quilt I realized I love that best. When I can I watch your programs on Public TV, and I always learn new things and get more inspirations. My family members, children and grandchildren all either already have or will have at least one quilt made by me with love. Thank you for your wonderful input.
I quilt because it’s like a puzzle for me. A beautiful puzzle that I can figure out and make for myself! I love the colors and patterns and thread and everything.
I’m fairly new to all things sewing and quilting is my passion! I’ve even lost quite a bit of weight since I started and it has mentally given me a new lease on life. Thanks so much for your blog and the giveaway, you have been a huge inspiration!
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I am a new quilter but love all quilts. They are a work of art and it is very satisfying to complete one.
I taught myself to quilt after years of clothes sewing. I wanted to make some beautiful quilts for myself and my family.
I love making applique quilts and am learning how to quilt by machine. My first quilt was a sampler that I made in 1984. I made several tops and my Mom did my hand quilting for me. She passed away about 12 years ago and quilting just wasn’t the same, but I’m finally getting back into it. I want my granddaughter to learn how to quilt also.
Quilting for me is like an island getaway. I can forget about the stress of the day when I get to my sewing machine. I love to try new patterns, so once done and quilted I give to my guilds project of giving a quilt to a foster child(ren) in the area. It give me a purpose for those beautiful children who so many times are shuffled around.
When I joined a quilt group dedicated to making lap quilts I had never quilted. They were so welcoming and generous with their time and talents that today I make quilts from scratch. I had sewed over the years for family and my home and now have the time to give to others, The column pattern was the first one I tried. I sew for fun, using my arthritic fingers makes them better and the joy of giving makes me feel needed. Thanks to Nancy I keep up on what’s new and how to sew smarter.
I make and donate lap quilts for local rehab center patients. This is a novel idea for construction of these quilts and I look forward to viewing a finished quilt that I have made.
I love quilting . I love fabric. I still have so much to learn about quilting but I find that the more I sew the better I get at it. Quilting is relaxing and an art like painting.
I was introduced to quilting when we were stationed overseas in Holland. I was invited to attend a ladies quilting group that met once a month . It was making quilts by hand. We would make blocks and trade them with each other. It is a beautiful hobby.
I’m learning to quilt by making baby quilts for the homecare nurses. This was the nurses’ have a place to lay a newborn when they are showing new mothers how to change and clean babies. Then the nurses give the quilts to the mothers.
I’ve sewn practically my entire life but have resisted quilting until very recently. It just seemed too persnickety, too unforgiving, and too much for my little plain jane sewing machine to handle. But in the last year or so I’ve seen such wonderful but simple patterns and quilt-as-you-go techniques that my resistance is quickly wearing down!
I have started a T-shirt quilt as I couldn’t bare to toss out old T-shirts that I’ve collected on trips but can no longer wear. They hold good memories. I would eventually like to make another quilt or maybe some smaller ones to donate to Project Linus. It is very relaxing to me to be sewing.
I quilt because it leaves loving memories for my family to cherish of loved ones gone on.
I love quilting. I am very excited about Nancy’s new book. I will be ordering it soon. When I quilt I don’t think of anything else and the hours just fly by.
The internet has just exploded with beautiful quilts much different from the ones from my childhood. I just made my first pieced quilt block and have been building a Pinterest board called “Quilty Inspiration”. I’ve sewed for most of my life, but I want to learn to quilt because it is a very special form of art and creates something that can be passed down for generations!
I love sewing with Nancy! I spent the day at the Quilt Expo and had a great time.
P.S I’m making a column quilt right now!!!
I love to quilt for many reasons. First, the creative expression is unlimited. There is such variety in designs to work within from the Traditional to Modern to Art Quilts to Landscape Quilts. I also find the time I spend choosing my fabrics fun and relaxing. There are so many beautiful fabrics available today. I also love to learn and quilting allows me to challenge myself and try new techniques.
I am always waiting to see what new ideas you have. It was fun to watch you tape a segment during the Quilt Expo
Beginning to quilt for myself and family. Would love to win.
Life always included sewing. Necessary sewing. Then an accident (20 yrs ago) rearranged my body and my life. My husband took a big chance spending big bucks on a new sewing machine for me so I could try to re-enter a normal life. Well, that will never be but I can sew. I watched and taped Sewing with Nancy on TV. There she was telling somebody with head injuries how simple sewing was. It’s not as ‘pretty’ as I’d like. Sewing for three granddaughters was a trial. Quilting has become my go-to project. And I still am encouraged by Nancy.
I enjoy sewing every chance I get, just talking about it makes me laugh also feels good. I started sewing and quilting in middle school and I really loved it. I picked it back up again because I enjoyed it. I began reading about Nancy Zieman and loved her show with her many creative,wonderful sewing techniquies also this is what I started to follow as I now .I have mad quilts with other sewing items and will still do this.
I love watching Sewing with Nancy. I am not a quilter, but I embroider with my Baby Lock embroidery machine. I am attempting a quilt for my daughter’s cabin in the NC mountains.
Just started quilting a couple years ago and absolutely LOVE quilting. I have completed 8 quilting projects so far. It is one of the most relaxing hobbies I have ever had, you are in an entirely different world! Any day spent sewing and quilting is a good day!
Quilting/Sewing is my way of keeping my stress level very low. I have been sewing for probably 40 years and quilting for the last 15.
I am new to quilting and am interested in any new information on quilting I can find.
I have been watching you for ahem a couple of years since we are both “Spring Chicks” I started out quilting and now am testing the waters of garment stitching. Sew inspired by my PBS Saturday Mornings. Thanks for all you have taught me. my soul is feed by needle and thread.
I quilt because I just have to! Quilting, sewing, stitching, and playing with fiber has merged into spiritual practice for me. Creative expression has become as necessary as breath.
Why I like to quilt is because it is something my big sister taught me and every time we got together we quilted together and we collaborated on over 4 quilts that we made for a local charity auction. Now I want to teach my granddaughter age 10 how to quilt and sew, I think she will love it
Sewing has been my hobby for over 40 years, but I have yet to try quilting. Now that I am retired I would like to try some quilting projects.
The majority of my sewing & quilting skills are self taught. I wish I could have learned from my quilting grandmother, but she had stopped quilting because of a stroke before I met her. I now cherish the one quilt I have from her. I also paint, mostly with oils, but have recently used water colors to paint on fabric. I hope to merge these two skills into works of art.
I have been sewing for over 50 years and still love it.
Sewing charity quilts is my passion-including Quilts of
Valor. My family never say they have enough quilts.
I love the Modern Quilts.
Nancy I sew because I find it so relaxing. I also love to be able to make and give as gifts, the many things that I love to sew.
I have been sewing since I was 8 years old and never have I regretted the time I have sewed for my family and friends.
I love your show and the directions you give on the many projects to put out there for us. Thank you so much.
I am re-starting sewing and quilting, after my machine broke. I just waited until I couldn’t stand it any longer, then got a reconditioned Singer circa 1929. Just straight stitches, but that’s enough for now. Have lots of fabric and idea books, so I am going to town!
I am an advanced beginner quilter – so I love finding new rulers and learning how to use them – then making something with them
I’ve been sewing for 57 years. I love quilting. The colors seem to bring life to the quilts. These are nice prizes. I’ve never won so it would be real nice to do so. Your program is so inspiring. Anyone who doesn’t sew certainty would desire to if they watch your show.
I enjoy the finding of the perfect quilt block, the petting of fabric, the more to chose the best….And then they giveaway…I make them for warm, love and snuggles…….Thank you for the giveaway….
I first learned about quilting by watching my dear Grandmother and her neighbor/good friend hand-quilt Grandmother’s Fan on a quilt frame suspended from the ceiling. I remember as a small girl crawling around under that suspended quilt frame while they worked and chatted. That quilt was for me, but I didn’t know it at the time, and I have kept it all these many years, recently handing it down to my daughter so that it will continue going down through the generations of our family being loved and cared for. From that childhood memory, I now have the time to pursue quilting in my own right and this story as well as my love of quilting, has inspired my daughter and my granddaughter to also take up this joyful and peaceful hobby.
Love the color and texture possible with quilts. It gives me a creative outlet.
I love to quilt as it is my distressed and I love making beautiful quilts. My first quilts were in my cross-stitch pictures as I never came from a family of quilters so decided if I was ever to get a quilt I was going to have to make my own.and of course I was hooked!! Would love to win!