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My name is Joshua, and I am a vegan, weightlifting quilter.

Guided by color, shape and story, I create quilts inspired by the cosmos — stitched constellations that explore memory, feeling and connection. Each piece is a reflection of where art, wonder and memory meet.

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Quilt Camp 2026: A Virtual Retreat
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Quilt Camp 2026: A Virtual Retreat
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I’m packing my bags for the cosmos this October; well, virtually anyway. I'll be one of five teachers at Quilt Camp 2026, taking quilters on a curve-piecing journey to build a block that's entirely their own. Registration is open now.

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A wedding keepsake becomes a published quilt pattern
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A wedding keepsake becomes a published quilt pattern
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What do you do with all the love people bring to your wedding day? If you're a quilter like me, you stitch it into something you can keep forever.

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A Trip Around the Universe
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A Trip Around the Universe
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The story and making of A Trip Around the Universe, a modern throw sized quilt inspired by the Cosmic Cliffs and the traditional Trip Around the World pattern.

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Pillars of Creation
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Pillars of Creation
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The story and making of Pillars of Creation, an abstract, pictorial, throw sized quilt I designed using traditional and foundation paper piecing methods.

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A Star is Born
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A Star is Born
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The story and making of A Star is Born, a modern wall sized quilt I designed to submit for QuiltCon 2026’s Diamond Challenge.

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Homemade Chickpea and Black Bean Garlic Hummus
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Homemade Chickpea and Black Bean Garlic Hummus
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Creamy homemade hummus with garlic, tahini, and a hint of cumin.

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Rosemary Garlic Sourdough Discard Crackers
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Rosemary Garlic Sourdough Discard Crackers
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A homemade take on rustic sourdough crackers, using sourdough discard for the tang and depth that lactic acid provides in the boxed version.

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Marinated Crispy Tofu
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Marinated Crispy Tofu
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A simple tamari-marinated tofu dusted with paprika and oregano, coated in tapioca starch for a crispy finish.

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The Metabolic Gala
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The Metabolic Gala
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I’m not a nutritionist or clinician, just a plant-based home cook who loves research. Here are the plant foods I enjoy that studies link to better metabolic health and steady energy.

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Vegan Tofu and Red Cabbage Tacos
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Vegan Tofu and Red Cabbage Tacos
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Vegan tofu and red cabbage tacos with tamari‑marinated tofu, warm spices, and soft tortillas. A colorful, plant‑powered recipe full of flavor.

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Extras

View the calendar here to see what I have coming up. This could be a quilt in a show, conferences or shows I’ll be attending or even a workshop or talk I’m offering.

I will also be adding affiliate links and some of my favorite places to shop for fabrics and materials. Stay tuned.

An affiliate link is basically a brand I support. Shopping the brand is no extra cost to you, but I would get a small kick-back.