On The Bias

Corey and Michaela discuss whether or not making is inherently a creative act. "Making is not Inherently Creative" via thecraftsessions.com (http://thecraftsessions.com/blog/2018/7/27/making-is-not-inherently-creative)

This week Michaela and Corey discuss their time on /r/quilting. Michaela schools Corey on what to feed your indigo vat pet. Also bones. /r/quilting (https://www.reddit.com/r/quilting/) Ravelry (https://www.ravelry.com/) Bat phone (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bat_phone) Shibori quilt by /u/maxxx_nazty (https://www.reddit.com/r/quilting/comments/8xu4x6/shibori_indigo_patchwork_quilt_38_x_55/) Strip quilt by /u/KankerBlossom (https://www.reddit.com/r/quilting/comments/91rx9t/threw_this_together_in_two_days_as_a_last_minute/) Anachronist (https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/anachronist) Craftpod (https://www.craftpod.co.uk/)

Michaela and Corey discuss traveling with projects, fjords, and project updates. SPOILER: Corey self-drafted a shorts pattern. Did it explode? Fjord - "...a long, narrow inlet with steep sides or cliffs, created by a glacier." (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fjord) Carbeth Cardigan by Kate Davies (https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/carbeth-cardigan) Repetive Strain and Knitting (https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/repetitive-strain-and-knitting-2116302) Three Bags Full Studio on etsy (https://www.etsy.com/shop/ThreeBagsFullStudio) Matryoshka doll (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matryoshka_doll) Bulk Needle Threaders (https://www.amazon.com/yueton-Plastic-Threader-Insertion-Machine/dp/B01IBA8SQ8/?pldnSite=1) Alewives Fabrics (https://www.alewivesfabrics.com/) Forest Bathing (http://www.shinrin-yoku.org/shinrin-yoku.html) Halcyon Yarn (https://halcyonyarn.com/) Schmetz Stretch Twin Needles (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B002F01F7U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) Dritz Wonder Tape (https://smi

Michaela and Corey talk about QuiltCon 2019! QuiltCon 2019 from Feb 21 to Feb 24 in Nashville, TN (https://www.quiltcon.com/) Download the QuiltCon 2019 Catalog (https://www.quiltcon.com/catalog-schedule/) Quilt Basting Basics Made Easy! by Rob Appell on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-SC63erclc) Spring Clamps for Basting (https://smile.amazon.com/Lot-Spring-Clamp-Large-opening/dp/B01I0214J0) Curved Basting Pins (https://smile.amazon.com/Dritz-Quilting-3032-Curved-Basting/dp/B003W0J9VQ) Warm & Natural Batting in Crib Size (https://smile.amazon.com/Warm-Company-Batting-2322-Batting-Crib/dp/B000YQKDE8) Q-Snap 11" x 11" frame (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00013MV30) Corey's quilt inspiration: "a custom half-square triangle quilt" via SaltyOat (https://saltyoat.com/blogs/blog/103093446-a-custom-half-square-triangle-quilt) Lined Drawstring Bag Tutorial (https://www.incolororder.com/2011/10/lined-drawstring-bag-tutorial.html) Multipurpose Sewing Clips (https://smile.amazon.com/MumCraft-Multipurpo

Michaela and Corey discuss their experiences using PatternJam and quilt "prototyping". PatternJam (https://patternjam.com) Corey's Designs: "Neopolitan" (https://patternjam.com/i/1223414949) "Pegs" (https://patternjam.com/i/26801250) Michaela's Designs: "Bold Geese" (https://patternjam.com/i/1022506976) "Random Semi-Circles" (https://patternjam.com/i/2051871779) Textillia (https://www.textillia.com/) 80's Breyers commercial featuring a carton! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jw4oynxaFns) Neapolitan Ice Cream (https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Neapolitan_ice_cream) "Magic 8" HST Method (https://www.craftsy.com/quilting/article/how-to-make-half-square-triangles/) Tangram (https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Tangram) "Horseshoes and Hand Grenades" (https://www.themodernquiltguild.com/portfolio/horseshoes-hand-grenades-rebecca-burnett-2015)

Michaela shares tales of her travels to yarn-vana and Corey throws shade at Pinterest. Churchmouse Yarns & Teas on Bainbridge Island (https://www.churchmouseyarns.com/) A Hap for Harriet by Kate Davies (https://katedaviesdesigns.com/2014/05/17/a-hap-for-harriet/) Here & There by Denyse Schmidt (http://www.dsquilts.com/fabric_and_patterns.asp?PageID=336) PatternJam (https://patternjam.com/)

Corey shares his journey into knitting so far which ~SPOILER~ is going poorly. Michaela gets Corey back on the knitting path. They also discuss the utility of crafts, self-care crafting, and Michaela's experience with sending her quilt out for quilting. Making Linen Fabric from Flax Seed (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFuj7sXVnIU)

Michaela and Corey discuss work in progress, work/life balance, and the curious amount of tulle at the craft store.

Michaela and Corey share what they've been working on, discuss Michaela's favorite colors, and crack into a casual conversation about modern quilting vs. traditional quilting.

Corey and Michaela talk about Michaela’s foray into the world of English Paper Piecing, Corey’s exploration of fabric shops in Seattle, setting responsible project goals, and the question of why we don’t all have jet packs. Links mentioned in this episode: English Paper Piecing and the Lucy Boston block (https://www.alewivesfabrics.com/english_paper_piecing?cat_id=176) More about Soldier’s Quilts here (http://www.vam.ac.uk/content/articles/m/military-quilt/) Consignment store for fabric in the Pike Place Market. Our Fabric Stash (https://ourfabricstash.com/) Stitches (https://stitchesseattle.com/), a beautifully curated fabric shop in Capital Hill, Seattle Purl Soho (https://www.purlsoho.com/), Michaela’s fabric yarn and fabric store. The wondrous Halcyon Yarn (https://halcyonyarn.com/) in Bath, Maine. Liberty of London (http://www.libertylondon.com/uk/department/fabric/cotton-tana-lawn/).

Corey and Michaela talk about teaching knitting (hat, not scarf!), battling perfectionism, and using cereal bags to make crinkly baby toys. Links mentioned in this episode: Purl Soho Classic Cuffed Hat pattern (https://www.purlsoho.com/create/2014/10/22/classic-cuffed-hat/) (free) Michaela’s favorite basic shawl pattern - Flora (https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/flora-39) Two-colored hat pattern: Epistopheid (https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/epistropheid) Alison Glass’s Diving Board (https://www.andoverfabrics.com/Grid.php?groupId=26107&GroupName=Diving%20Board) collection — wideback fabric Crinkly baby toys (http://www.cucicucicoo.com/2014/02/how-to-make-crinkle-taggie-baby-toy/)

Michaela and Corey discuss conscious consumption, firm opposition to diets of any kind, and stash purging.

Corey and Michaela talk about slow fashion, Michaela’s glee about finishing a skirt and wearing it, too, and Corey’s foray into the world of the half-square triangle. Links mentioned in this episode: 100 Acts of Sewing (http://100actsofsewing.com/) (and Skirt No. 1 (http://100actsofsewing.com/shop/214178641)) Mindful mending and slow fashion (http://www.katrinarodabaugh.com/) Inspiration for Corey’s HST quilt (https://saltyoat.com/blogs/blog/103093446-a-custom-half-square-triangle-quilt) Machine Quilting (and how to press fabric!) tutorial (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1P4TpyhUFoI) Where you can buy a design wall (https://www.quiltingcompany.com/store/fons-and-porter-design-wall) Make your own pressing station (http://www.sewkatiedid.com/2016/01/05/diy-ironingpressing-station/) What is a gravity feed iron?? (http://www.threadsmagazine.com/2008/03/28/cool-tool-gravity-feed-iron)