Signatures #4400 through #4500 for the Save Simply Quilts petition
cag said 12/22/05, 2:42 pm (verified)
I support this petition.Dont cancel simply quilts, its my favorite...
#4500

Gayle Wagner said 12/22/05, 2:41 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Please keep this wonderful and inspiring show in your line-up!
#4499

Diane Hall said 12/22/05, 2:41 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Please do not discontinue this show. It has helped me tremendously in learning how to quilt. I have every show on tape so that I can refer back to it when I need to. There are more and more people getting into quilting I can't believe you don't see the usefulness in this show.
#4498

Annalee Bonavita said 12/22/05, 2:39 pm (verified)
I support this petition. You would be taking off the most adored Quilt Teacher in the United States!!!
#4497

Barbara said 12/22/05, 2:39 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Quilting is an art that has age-old roots and history that a program such as 'Simply Quilts' helps to pass on to future generations as well as teaching present quilters new techniques. We need that continuity in our lives.
#4496

Deyonne Evans said 12/22/05, 2:38 pm (verified)
I support this petition. With quilting one of the most popular crafts in the country and home made quilts used in the decorating of homes, it is unfathomable why you do not chose to cover this important segment of the population.
#4495

Pamela Rozar said 12/22/05, 2:38 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4494

Karen Jordan said 12/22/05, 2:38 pm (verified)
First of all, I impore you to keep Simply Quilts on the air. I record them on my Tivo so my sister & I can watch them when we get together. We live 2 hours apart and have recently both become quilters, primarily through the influence of Alex and her wonderful show. She covers every topic I need to see AND even brings up subjects that I'd never consider. She is both personable and informative. I also have to say I agree with Lisa Smith - I also miss Sandra Betzina and do not really care for Susan Khalje. Please do not make another mistake.
#4493

Joan Leach said 12/22/05, 2:37 pm (verified)
I support this petition.I really enjoy this show and would like to see more. PLEASE do not remove it.There is very little worth watching DO NOT take away what little we have
#4492

Kim Quinter said 12/22/05, 2:35 pm (verified)
Please...keep variety in your programming! We can't decorate all the time!
#4491

Kristin Sells said 12/22/05, 2:35 pm (verified)
I strongly support this petition! I watch Simply Quilts every morning and appreciate how the format reflects CURRENT trends in quilting. If HGTV only shows reruns the contemporary nature of this program wil be lost. Please reconsider!
#4490

Karen Ayres said 12/22/05, 2:35 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Simply Quilts in a quality show that not only inspires, but educates. If you need to cut budget corners, eliminate something else. Simply Quilts is unique to your line-up. Without Simply Quilts, I will not find reasons to watch HGTV.
#4489

Jodee Inman said 12/22/05, 2:35 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4488

Linda Macklin said 12/22/05, 2:31 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Simply Quilts is a wonderful show. It is a great opportunity for quilters new and experienced to learn and grow in their chosen art. It is for some reason the only show we get in this area that deals with quilting and truly the main reason I watch HGTV. What a shame it would be to have to lose this show and force your viewers to tune in another channel.
#4487

Rhonda Onwere said 12/22/05, 2:30 pm (verified)
I support this petition. What in the world are you people doing? Leave this program alone. Millions of people watch and tape religiously. It's a teaching tool for the millions of quilters in this country and around the world. Quilting is a multimillion dollar business and you're insane to cancel. Quilters support the fabric stores, and machine and appliance sales via their hobby or the business of quilting. Do you understand. What I'm saying is that you are loosing money, the station is loosing money by cancelling this show!! So don't do it!!!! Alex doesn't curse, spit, harm anybody, break any laws with her show! What do you propose to put in it's stead?????? You know what- - - - I don't even care! I strenuously support this show. Go cancel Monday night football, or Nip Tuck, or something but leave Alex and Simply Quilts alone. Please.
#4486

Evelyn A. Borkowski said 12/22/05, 2:30 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I love Simply Quilts and watch it religiously every day. I know it is teaching a whole new generation of quilters.
#4485

Katharine Stubbs Ward said 12/22/05, 2:28 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I agree with Carol Topsnik regarding removing one of the decent shows on television and leaving trash! This show provides information, entertainment, and fun for countless people who do not want to watch people being beat up, shot, murdered, and othe forms of mayhem. PLEASE reconsider!
#4484

Donna Roth said 12/22/05, 2:27 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4483

Helen Bullock said 12/22/05, 2:26 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4482

Paula Rader said 12/22/05, 2:25 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Do you not know how quilters are benefiting from this show, and how the quilt industry has grown the past few years? I record every show and learn something new every day. Please don't cancel the show!!!
#4481

Paulette Isaacs said 12/22/05, 2:25 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I tape both shows each day. It is the best quilting show and I want you to reconsider your thoughts about cancelling Simply Quilts. Alex has such a warm personality and such diverse talent on her shows. She brings new insight to an old art.
#4480

Lisa Smith said 12/22/05, 2:25 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I was dismayed when Sandra Betzina's Sew Simple was cancelled. (I never have liked Sew Much More with Susan Khalje as she does not cover techniques in an instructional manner.) Now, I'm heartbroken that I'll no longer have Alex Anderson. Both of these women have taught me most of what I know about sewing/quilting. Without shows such as these, classic arts are going to be lost. With today's modern communications, learning through tv is not only convenient but very informative. I will certainly not be watching HGTV or DIY if they don't carry the shows that are important to me.
#4479

Agnes Waksmunski said 12/22/05, 2:24 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Simply Quilts is now the only quilting show in my viewing area that is on regularly. PBS seems to be eliminating quilting from its lineup on a regular basis and that combined with this idea is very disappointing.
#4478

Lynn Widdows said 12/22/05, 2:23 pm (verified)
I support this petition. This is the only show I watch on HGTV. Please don't remove it.
#4477

Patsy Rice said 12/22/05, 2:23 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4476

Wendy Skillman said 12/22/05, 2:23 pm (verified)
Simply Quilts is the one show on HGTV that I look foward to watching on a daily basis. Please don't take it off the air.
#4475

Virginia Young said 12/22/05, 2:23 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4474

PAULA SMITTY said 12/22/05, 2:22 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4473

Betty Mixter said 12/22/05, 2:22 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4472

Gwen said 12/22/05, 2:22 pm (verified)
I support this. petition. As a business person in the quilting world, Simply Quilts is a valuable outlet for new ideas and instructions for both my business and personal enjoyment. Please rethink your decision to remove the program from the HGTV program lineup. The main reason for having HGTV is being able to view Simply Quilts.
#4471

Patti Eads said 12/22/05, 2:21 pm (verified)
I support this petition. There are so many quilters that cannot attend seminars to further their learning of this longtime skill. I have asked in the past for more shows to support sewing, NOT fewer. Reruns just don't keep up with our needs, however helpful they are. SIMPLY QUILTS fills needs for all skill levels. PLEASE RENEW your contract for fresh episodes.
#4470

Connie Van Emmerik said 12/22/05, 2:19 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I am a new quilter and Ms Anderson has taught me and inspired me. In October of 2005 I finished my first quitl. A queen size that I saw on her show. It is beautiful and no one believes it is my first quilt. I am up at 6:30 AM just to watch her show. I live and hour away from the closest place to get lessons. So Simply quilts has been my teacher. Plesae do not take Simply Quilts off the air.
#4469

Lou Ann Wubben said 12/22/05, 2:18 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4468

suzanne bullard said 12/22/05, 2:17 pm (verified)
How disappointing. A quality show is taken off the air, while negative, corrupt life-style shows remain. What does this say about our society?
#4467

Carol Topsnik said 12/22/05, 2:17 pm (verified)
I support this petition. There are too many shows that are not worthy to be on tv at all and now you are removing something worthwhile, creative and loved??? I will also cancell my HGTV. I am a true supporter of Simply Quilts. You are out of your minds!!!!
#4466

Sue Rapalus said 12/22/05, 2:17 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4465

Marilyn goudie said 12/22/05, 2:15 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4464

Diane Reichle said 12/22/05, 2:15 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I learned to quilt watching this show and never miss an episode. This is the only show oh HGTV that I watch. The quilting community needs more shows like this one. Alex Anderson does a terrific job and her show should remain a part of the HGTV programing with new episodes. My quilting groups and guilds will be missing a wonderful show.
#4463

Pat Bond said 12/22/05, 2:14 pm (verified)
Please do not cancel Simply Quilts shows. This is a very popular, fine, quality, educational program viewed and loved by many.
#4462

Karen Fridy said 12/22/05, 2:11 pm (verified)
This show is important to so many people. What a BIG mistake you would be making!!! Please rethink...the quilting world is counting on continued lessons from Alex's show.
#4461

Dianne Schuring said 12/22/05, 2:11 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4460

Diana Day said 12/22/05, 2:11 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I cannot believe that you would cancel this show. I have been watching HGTV since you first appeared when I lived in Tn and I love this show. We do not have enough quilting programs to begin with. I really believe you should think twice about this and maybe, just maybe put on more quilting shows. Please, please leave it on the air without airing reruns.
#4459

Carol Topsnik said 12/22/05, 2:10 pm (verified)
I support this petition. There are too many shows that are not worthy to be on tv at all and now you are removing something worthwhile, creative and loved??? I will also cancell my HGTV. I am a true supporter of Simply Quilts. You are out of your minds!!!!
#4458

Roberta Churchill said 12/22/05, 2:10 pm (verified)
I support this petition. You will lose me as a viewer if you move forward with this decision to pander to the lowest common denominator with an over abundance of useless, trendy, and "crafty" shows. If you do remove Simply Quilts I shall delete HGTV from my viewing lineup and will also petition my local cable company to replace you with DIY network
#4457

Sheri Gibbins said 12/22/05, 2:03 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Has HGTV gone Nuts?? The Simply Quilts program is the main program that I watch on HGTV. I can think of serveral other programs on the channel that should be taking off the air. Wake up HGTV!! The Simply Quilts program is GREAT leave it on the air!
#4456

Donna Worrell said 12/22/05, 2:02 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Quilting was fast becoming a dying art. It is "coming back" into popularity and is truly something that can be passed on to the next generation. There would be no home decorating without the warmth and coziness of quilts!
#4455

Pauline Salzman said 12/22/05, 2:01 pm (verified)
I hope that you change your mind about not having new Simply Quilt shows.  Reruns have been nice.  I belong to a large quilt club and most if not all watch your program.   These ladies will miss a wonderful programming and you will miss many viewers.
#4454

Sue Henderson said 12/22/05, 1:57 pm (verified)
Please reconsider your decision to cancel Simply Quilts. I plan the purchases for my quilt shop by the presenters she has on her program. I can always tell what was on her program by the items my clients purchase. She is highly respected in the quilting ocmmunity. I cannot understand why you would cancel such a popular program. Please reconsider.
#4453

Helen Neff said 12/22/05, 1:55 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4452

Sandra Finley said 12/22/05, 1:55 pm (verified)
This is one of only 2 sewing shows I receive - please don't cancel.
#4451

Irene Watson said 12/22/05, 1:54 pm (verified)
Alex and her guests not only teach quilters about the new techniques available but they also show us what new products are available and how to use them. Cancelling this show will be a HUGE mistake for advertisers and manufacturers, as well as for quilters. Please do not cancel this show!!!!
#4450

Beverly Cochran said 12/22/05, 1:54 pm (verified)
As President of the Quilters By The Sea Guild in Wilmington, NC, I support this petition.
#4449

Edwina Brown said 12/22/05, 1:53 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Please keep Alex. There are many of us who do not get any other sewing shows.
#4448

Peggy Smith said 12/22/05, 1:53 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Alex always has the latest and greatest quilting info. Presented in a beautiful voice and happy manner. Wonderful way to start my day.
#4447

Sharon Collins said 12/22/05, 1:50 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I tape this show every day. I have learned many techniques from this show.
#4446

Margaret Hofstetter said 12/22/05, 1:49 pm (verified)
I very strongly support this petition. For many of us it is our primary source of information on quilting techniques. I watch it every day and so do most the local quilters.
#4445

Patricia K. drennan said 12/22/05, 1:49 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Canceling this show is rediculous, you have no idea how many people you would be disappointing. Please do not cancel this show.
#4444

Jeanette Walton said 12/22/05, 1:49 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I tape the show every day and enjoy that all the types of quilting are represented.
#4443

Beth Brown said 12/22/05, 1:48 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I start my day with Simply Quilts. I have enjoyed watching the variety of quilt teachers and look forward to each new show. Please keep this informative show on the air.
#4442

Laura DeMartino said 12/22/05, 1:48 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4441

Shirley said 12/22/05, 1:47 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I have just started getting HGTV station with our cable company. I watch this show everyday. Please keep it on. I am a seasoned sewer and quilter and I have learned many new and interesting things from this show. Keep It ON the AIR
#4440

Linda Stewart said 12/22/05, 1:46 pm (verified)
Please don't cancel Simply Quilts! So many people love this show and Alex Anderson's familiar way of sharing her passion with others.
#4439

Linda Wray said 12/22/05, 1:44 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4438

Elaine Westhafer said 12/22/05, 1:43 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4437

Linda Wiemerslage said 12/22/05, 1:42 pm (verified)
I support this petition. There are so few quality shows on TV - don't let this one disappear!
#4436

Mary Johnson said 12/22/05, 1:42 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I have watched this show since its inception, and I can't imagine not being able to tune into it every day. I think it is sad that there are so many awful shows that stay on the air but all the good ones get cancelled.
#4435

Joan Berry said 12/22/05, 1:42 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Simply Quilts is, by far, the best of its kind. I record & watch it every day.
#4434

Tammie Kehl said 12/22/05, 1:40 pm (verified)
I support this petition. This show is the only show that I regularly watch on HGTV. I record each episode to watch, and learn, at my leisure. Cancelling this show would not be a wise decision!
#4433

Sandra Phillips said 12/22/05, 1:39 pm (verified)
I support this petition.I watch and record it. Will miss it a lot.
#4432

Shirley Fuller said 12/22/05, 1:39 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4431

Keri Ellis said 12/22/05, 1:38 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Please keep taping & airing new shows for SQ!
#4430

Rebecca Remmelsberger said 12/22/05, 1:38 pm (verified)
I support this petition. This is the one show I watch daily and once my tv is turned on for Simply Quilts, it stays on HGTV most of the day. Without being able to see Simply Quilts every morning, my tv probably wouldn't be turned on until my family came home and then to news and other types of shows that they enjoy.
#4429

Sharon DuBois said 12/22/05, 1:37 pm (verified)
I support this petition.This is one of the best shows on HGTV
#4428

Delores Stafford said 12/22/05, 1:36 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Why is it that when we have a quality, educational show, it seems that they are cancelled. Take off some of your goofy design shows & leave Alex on!
#4427

Tina Kneeland said 12/22/05, 1:35 pm (verified)
I support this petition.I can't believe you want to stop new shows. This is the best show on your network. I have learned a great deal from this show and watch it as much as I can. Please keep Simlpy Quilts on the air with new shows.
#4426

Joyce Schmidt said 12/22/05, 1:35 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Please keep this show on the air. It gives such a broad perspective of quilting. It is one of the best shows you have.
#4425

Judi Kern said 12/22/05, 1:32 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Keep S Q . trash your make over shows They suck
#4424

Judy Hendrian said 12/22/05, 1:32 pm (verified)
I support this petition. This is the only show I have "bookmarked" on my TV. Alex and her guests are always very informative. I've learned so much about quilting from her -- Please keep Alex and Simply Quilts on the air with new info (not re-runs)
#4423

Margaret O'Reilly said 12/22/05, 1:31 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I faithfully watch this show everyday. I will cancel HGTV without Simply Quilts. That would be an extra $20 for fabric every month, but I prefer to have the show continue.
#4422

Rachel Cochran said 12/22/05, 1:31 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4421

Judi Kern said 12/22/05, 1:31 pm (verified)
I support this petition.Please dont take SQ off. You can remove alot of your make overs and add more quilting shows.SQ is where we all can learn. show our kids. even our grandkids. something to do as a family. my 5 y o grandson watches this show!
#4420

Trish Williams said 12/22/05, 1:31 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4419

Lindy Sleasman said 12/22/05, 1:30 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Quilters are many, yet don't have a lot of media resources to rely on, Alex has been a constant cheerful day brightener for most of us, while teaching us new methods and uses for new quilting products. PLEASE!
#4418

Kathryn Finney said 12/22/05, 1:30 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4417

lynn ann davis said 12/22/05, 1:30 pm (verified)
truely enjoy this show!! WE need more ot them
#4416

Jan Berkley said 12/22/05, 1:28 pm (verified)
I support this petition. The next generation needs this quality show to keep a thriving industry going!
#4415

Trudy Flynn said 12/22/05, 1:28 pm (verified)
I support this position. I usually watch Simply Quilts and keep HGTV on for the rest of the morning. Without Simply Quilts I will be watching other stations. This is the one show which really gets my creative juices flowing. I found almost all the teachers our guild used thru Simply Quilts. Please continue to bring us new shows and new ideas.
#4414

Nancy Lytle said 12/22/05, 1:28 pm (verified)
I support this petition. This is one of the best programs on HGTV --- all the other programs are the same...decorating, landscaping, redecorating...how many decorating shows does there have to be ?? Let the people who want to create quilts have the half hour per day to be inspired and educated in the wonderful art of quilting with new episodes !!! Alex is a wonderful host & teacher !!!
#4413

Agnes Gates said 12/22/05, 1:27 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Alex Anderson's show is informative, and entertaining, keeps me quilting. Please keep her on the air.
#4412

DeDe Mattice said 12/22/05, 1:27 pm (verified)
I support this petition.Please do not remove Simply Quilts. It is one of the best shows you have.
#4411

Sandra Schnarre said 12/22/05, 1:26 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4410

Sharon Morton said 12/22/05, 1:23 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4409

Maria Nehrt said 12/22/05, 1:22 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I watch this show whenever possible. Alex Anderson gives quilters lots of ideas and techniques and inspiration. Please keep this show on the air.
#4408

Becky Wyble said 12/22/05, 1:21 pm (verified)
I support this petition.
#4407

S. Nichols said 12/22/05, 1:21 pm (verified)
I support this petition. The is the best quilting show! I am very upset with your decision on cancel this show. PLEASE reconsider!!
#4406

Laurie Wellington said 12/22/05, 1:21 pm (verified)
I support this petition.Not only is this the best quilting show on television. It's the only place many of us (who can't attend major workshops) can learn from international quilt teachers !
#4405

Frances Edwards said 12/22/05, 1:20 pm (verified)
I support this petition. I learned all I know about quilting from Simply Quilts. How are younger people going to learn to quilt? Please keep this show on the air.
#4404

Regina Edmiston said 12/22/05, 1:20 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Simply quilts is why I wanted HGTV. It's the only show I'm sure not to miss!
#4403

Sharon Waggoner said 12/22/05, 1:19 pm (verified)
I support this petition. Bad decision on HGTV for cancelling this informative show. The Quilting community will remember.
#4402

Liz McDonough said 12/22/05, 1:18 pm (verified)
I support this petition. This show is the reason I get up early in the morning to learn all the wonderful techniques. It MUST stay on the air. Best quilting show on TV.
#4401