Not Your Granny's Quilt Show

Meet Theresa Benson, The AI Quilter! - Ep. 174

Not Your Granny's Quilt Show

Show Notes

This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Theresa Benson (@theaiquilter) — award-winning quilter, enthusiastic learner, and dynamic teacher blending tradition with technology. With a background in electrical engineering and artificial intelligence, Theresa brings a fresh perspective to the craft, making complex ideas simple, inspiring, and fun.We talk about how quilting started as her creative outlet, how she found her voice as a teacher, and what led to her new book, "Digital Muse: Bringing AI Into Your Creative Process". Theresa shares how quilters of all levels can use modern tools to enhance their artistry, without losing the heart and soul of handmade work.Follow Theresa on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook for more inspiration — where tradition meets innovation, and every quilter can explore their own digital muse.Want to see more? You can find it here: NYQGS Merch Shop: nygqs.printify.me Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany YouTube: https://youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow Want to be on the show? Send us a message

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