QOF Episode 179 - Karen Kay Buckley

My guest today is Karen Kay Buckley! She is a multiple award-winning quilter whose work is instantly recognizable. And part of the reason for that is that she’s been featured on the covers of 18 magazines! And when I say multiple award-winning we are talking about a dozen Best of Show Awards! She is known for the strong visual impact of her medallion quilts and her brilliant use of colour. She’s had prestigious acquisitions of her quilts by the National Quilt Museum in Paducah and even by a Senator’s wife in the US Capitol! I was so thrilled to land an interview with this icon in the quilting industry that we chatted for over 3 hours. You are going to love her candid talk about standing up for yourself and valuing your work! Karen was voted Teacher of the Year in 1997 by Professional Quilter Magazine and I"m delighted to share her story with you. Find the Karen Kay Buckley gallery online at https://www.karenkaybuckley.com/ Want to travel with Brandy? 2025 FESTIVAL OF QUILTS Birmingham!!! This 14-day tour of Wales and England takes in the rich textile history and breathtaking cultural landmarks. Tour England & Wales ending at the Festival of Quilts. Call Judy at 1-877-235-3767 or go to  https://opulentquiltjourneys.com/destinations/britain/item/birmingham-festival-of-quilts-tour-with-brandy 2026 JAPAN CRUISE!!! Watergirl Quilt Co and the Quilter on Fire have teamed up to sail the seas on the Celebrity Millennium. Sail with us on a JAPAN CRUISE in 2026! Registration is OPEN and this cruise is already 50% sold! SIGN UP TODAY! https://gravitate.travel/stitch-sail-japan-with-quilter-on-fire-and-watergirl-quilt-co/ Quilter on Fire Website - https://quilteronfire.com/ OLISO IRONS - Host of the Quilter on Fire Podcast Lounge each year at QuiltCon! BUY YOUR OWN OLISO MINI PROJECT IRON RIGHT HERE Square One Textile Art Workshop Link to Brandy’s email list Kristy’s Quilt Picture Book Quilter on Fire Patterns Free Quilter on Fire Holiday Table Runner VIDEO  Support the show Support the show Thank you for listening to the Quilter on Fire Podcast.