Fussy cutting, raw-edge applique, and collage all start with cutting fabric in pieces. Learn tips from expert Kestrel Michaud about how she prepares fabric for cutting and creates intricate pieces for her amazing artwork. Artist Lisa Thorpe also works in collage and has her own tips for working with cut fabric. Two artists share their techniques using bits and pieces on today's QUILTING ARTS.

There are many ways to add depth, texture, and design to fabric. Host Susan Brubaker Knapp starts with white cloth, then paints, stencils, and stitches to create a textural piece of art. In contrast, Margaret Abramshe works her artistry with paint on a grayscale print. Each technique is unique in its application and results!

Shadowing is a 'no-no' in applique, and David M. Taylor will lead you out of the shadows with his exceptional techniques. On the flip side, quilter Jenny K. Lyon layers sheers in her project to create unexpected results. Learn something new from these incredible teachers who both explore the limits of fabric and thread.

Explore the versatility of quilted fabric beyond the bed or wall. First, Teresa Duryea Wong demonstrates how to make an elegant, quilted coat you'll wear for years. Her tips are not to be missed! Next, Eleanor Levie creates a charming vase out of upcycled 'fabric.' From fashion to flowers, we've got you covered.

Free-motion quilting is all about letting go and finishing your work your way. New quilters love Jenny K. Lyon's techniques that show that even 'sloppy-woppy' free-motion quilting is okay! Next, Valerie C. White shares her expertise using machine quilting techniques with variegated thread to create texture and movement. It's all about the stitch on this episode of QUILTING ARTS.

There are many ways to be creative using fabric and thread. Eleanor Levie teaches her method for weaving fabric and ribbons together to make a fabulous piece of fiber art. Next, Lisa Thorpe gets creative with paint, ink, stamping, and printing. Come celebrate individual expression on this episode of QUILTING ARTS!

The natural world offers lots of inspiration to artists - quilters included. Diana S. Fox looks to tree rings as she creates her artistic interpretation of these natural wonders. You'll learn all her tips from start to finish as she demonstrates these unique pieces of fiber art. Next, Teresa Duryea Wong stitches on a Star quilt and talks about the importance of this design in Native American culture. Nature and culture intersect in this very special episode

Exploring other artistic traditions can inspire you with new textures! In the first segment, fabric dyeing artist Cindy Lohbeck demonstrates sekka shibori, discussing triangle folds, templates, and ways to dye to create magnificent collisions of color. Next, Cheryl Whited teaches tufting, also known as stumpwork, which involves layering yarns over a template in a refreshed variation of this heirloom technique. Start your own tradition of texture after today's episode of Quilting Arts!