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eLearn how to create an Easter Egg foundation block and then use Serendipity to merge the block with other blocks to create one of a kind Easter eggs in my latest EQ8 tutorial. I will also share with you what to do when a foundation doesn't group correctly.
Here are a few of my Easter egg blocks. Wouldn't you like to hunt for eggs with these quilt blocks on them?
I used a few of the blocks from my Tech Know Quilter's Kaleidoscope and Tech Know Quilter's Medallion's classes in my blocks.
What blocks will you incorporate in your Easter egg foundations?
Facebook Live Replay
I made it through my first Facebook live and learned a lot going through the process. Thank to many of you who joined me as I revealed the quilts that will be completed during the Mix and Match Medallion borders.
I have also made a few projects from this class and shared those finished quilts as well during the Facebook Live. A special bonus for those in the Mix and Match Medallion borders class -- a quilt pattern for you to follow to make these quilts. If you would like to watch the replay of the Facebook Live, click here. Last Chance to Register for April Tech Know Quilters Sessions
This class is focused on first designing borders using some of the basic border tools in EQ and then advancing to creating your own semi-custom layout. We will them cover how to make borders that are actually easy to piece along with creating continuous borders such as clamshells and braids.
All of this will be presented in 13 Easy Peasy video tutorials of 5-10 minutes. A video tutorial plus detailed step by step instructions will be sent to your inbox every Monday/Wednesday and Friday. Cost: $30. For added savings, you may purchase a block or 3 or 6 months.
If you would prefer to start with a different Tech Know Quilters class, please feel free to drop me a note after your purchase.
Individual Tech Know Quilters classes may be purchased for $40 here. (These purchases are not tied to the subscription program.)
Every time I go to the Tech Know Quilter's private Facebook group, I get excited looking at what members are creating. Let me share a few of their shared class projects -- plus what else they are working on -- in an Electric Quilt 8 virtual quilt show.
Click on the video and sit back and enjoy the virtual show. New Tech Know Quilters Training Starts April 2, 2018
Would you like to join the fun?
You can choose the latest class, Mix and Match Medallion Borders, or start from the beginning when you enroll in the Tech Know Quilters EQ8 Membership Studio.
If you would like to sign up for the monthly membership program, there are three payment options:
Not yet ready for the membership program. You may purchase the medallion borders class as a stand-alone class for $40 here. Tech Know Quilters Mix and Match Medallion Borders
This class is focused on first designing borders using some of the basic border tools in EQ and then advancing to creating your own semi-custom layout. We will them cover how to make borders that are actually easy to piece along with creating continuous borders such as clamshells and braids.
All of this will be presented in 13 Easy Peasy video tutorials of 5-10 minutes. A video tutorial plus detailed step by step instructions will be sent to your inbox every Monday/Wednesday and Friday. Kari's First Facebook Live Event
Would you like to see all the projects included in Mix and Match Medallion Borders? Join me for my very first Facebook Live on Wednesday evening at 6:15 Central Daylight Time.
Click here to sign up for a reminder. 
Shoot for the Stars with EQ8
Are you just getting started with Electric Quilt 8 and need some help?
Shoot for the Stars is designed to get you started with Electric Quilt 8 through training delivered straight to your inbox. This series includes 14 short (ie. 5-10 minute) videos delivered over the course of a month allowing you to learn the basics of this complex program in bite size increments. The class is currently on sale for $25 (regular $35). Join now.
Celtic Know Design Created by Kari Schell
 Celtic Love Knot
Celtic knots are an Irish symbol you’ll find everywhere.
These knots are complete loops that have no start or finish and could be said to represent eternity whether this means loyalty, faith, friendship or love. Only one thread is used in each design which symbolizes how life and eternity are interconnected. In my Electric Quilt 8 video tutorial I will share a fun way to draw your own celtic knot design in EQ. The design I chose was the Celtic Love Knot one of the oldest and simplest designs.
Once designed, add to your favorite quilt.
Celtic Knot Irish Chain Quilt designed by Kari Schell using EQ8.
Are You Ready to Design Your Next Quilt in Electric Quilt?
Check out the individual EQ8 (and EQ7) class offerings here. There are current five different EQ8 classes to choose from. All training will be emailed to your inbox and may be completed at your convenience.
If you want them all, consider enrolling in the Tech Know Quilters EQ8 Membership Studio here. I would love to assist you in designing the quilt of your dreams. 
During the last blog post, I shared with you how to draft a traditional Double Irish Chain quilt. If you missed the tutorial, you can still catch it here.
This week I decided I want to freshen up the quilt with a number of new blocks. Check out both my design thoughts and how to draft the blocks and quilts in the video tutorial.
Here are the quilts from the video.
Irish Chain Variation 1 Designed by Kari Schell using EQ8.
Irish Chain Variation 2 Designed by Kari Schell using EQ8.
Irish Chain Variation 3 Designed by Kari Schell using EQ8.
Are You Ready to Design Your Next Quilt in Electric Quilt?
Check out the individual EQ8 (and EQ7) class offerings here. There are current five different EQ8 classes to choose from. All training will be emailed to your inbox and may be completed at your convenience.
If you want them all, consider enrolling in the Tech Know Quilters EQ8 Membership Studio here. I would love to assist you in designing the quilt of your dreams.
Do you have a quilt that got you interested in quilt making?
Here is mine. My grandmother made the following quilt for me (probably in the late 60s or early 70s). I loved the quilt and when it began to wear out I wanted another one for my bed. 
Irish Chain quilt made by Martha Keller for her granddaughter Kari Schell.
When I look at it today, it isn't very "inspiring" -- but I still treasure it as a gift from my grandmother. She has been gone for many decades -- but her memory and her handiwork -- are still with me.
Note that she appliqued the corners on the alternate blocks. There were no rotary cutting tools available to her. It was also hand quilted (and is probably the only hand quilted quilt that will ever grace my bed). 
Close Up of the Irish Chain Quilt made by Martha Keller.
This go me thinking about designing an Irish Chain quilt in EQ8. What would I do differently in my design?
In my EQ8 video tutorial, I take you through my thought process as I design this quilt. I also decided to incorporate a shamrock wreath quilting design I created in Art and Stitch. In the video tutorial, I will share will you how to use a .exp file to insert quilting designs on your EQ8 quilt.
Here are a couple of photos of my designed quilt.
Irish Chain Close Up
Irish Chain Quilt designed by Kari Schell in EQ8.
If you are interested in purchasing the digitized quilting design used in my quilt (for either longarm or embroidery machines), click here.
Featured Products - Irish DesignsIrish Eyes Quilt Pattern
Shamrock Quilting Designs
Check out my complete set of Shamrock quilting designs. Many of these designs include multiple sizes (with one of the sizes conducive to the small 4" machine embroidery hoops).
There are also both embroidery and quilting formats included with the downloads for these patterns. (No need to purchase separately.) Would you prefer a bundle with the piecing pattern plus all 8 designs? It is currently on sale for $30 (50% off) this week. Purchase here.
Shamrock Border
Shamrock Border Used as a Pantograph (30% offset for row 2 suggested)
Shoot for the Stars with EQ8
Are you just getting started with Electric Quilt 8 and need some help?
Shoot for the Stars is designed to get you started with Electric Quilt 8 through training delivered straight to your inbox. This series includes 14 short (ie. 5-10 minute) videos delivered over the course of a month allowing you to learn the basics of this complex program in bite size increments. The class is currently on sale for $25 (regular $35). Join now.
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