In this episode, the Qulitcon Raleigh recap is here, and it was equal parts craft, culture, and conversation. In this episode, we take you inside Quiltcon in Raleigh, North Carolina, where modern quilting showed up loud, smart, and impossible to ignore. We're breaking down the momentseveryone'ss been talking about, including the viral quilts making the rounds on Threads. Yes, the political ones. These pieces prove quilting is not just cozy decor, it'ss visual storytelling with a point of view. We spotlight the most talked-about designs, what made them hit online, and why message-driven quilting is having a real moment right now.

Plus, we sit down for a brief interview with quilter Charles Cameron, who shares what inspired his work, how he thinks about meaning in textile art, and what he hopes people feel (and question) when they see a quilt that speaks back. shares how he created his quilt through A Bee, a group of quilters across the United States who connect on Instagram and other social media. Members take turns writing a monthly prompt, others have 30 days to make blocks in response, and the prompt-writer assembles the finished quilt based on their vision. Charles describes coming to quilting from an engineering background, learning by studying improv quilts and experimenting by cutting and reassembling fabric using an inexpensive $80 Singer sewing machine. He emphasizes that quilting is not about having the newest tools, and advises beginners to "just do it," noting mistakes are fixable by undoing stitches and trying again.

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Join Camille Kauer on this episode of The E-Spot with Camille, as she welcomes the remarkable Afro-Latina journalist Marie Torres, a newsroom leader and managing editor at Spectrum News. With over a decade of experience, Marie shares her journey and insights into leadership, mentorship, and the future of journalism. Discover how her small-town beginnings and early mentorship at just 16 shaped her career. Dive into powerful discussions on mental health, digital media, advocacy for diversity in newsrooms, and the challenges journalists face today. Perfect for anyone passionate about fair reporting and representation in media. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation!Learn more about Marie Torres, and /or contact her at:https://marietorres.ditracreative.com/

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