We will use a systematic plan, based on Brandy Maslowski’s presentation to the guild last October to clean up and reorganize our sewing spaces. Meetings will consist of plan-making, idea-sharing, […]
If you missed QuiltCon, come hear from members who were there as they share some of their favorite quilts and takeaways, tidbits about who the best teachers are, and tips about entering a quilt in the show.
Students will create a true “broken grid” quilt. We will discuss the use of precision piecing versus improvisation and how the two techniques can be successfully combined in one quilt. It is very well suited to working with scrap and upcycled fabrics. Students will explore creating Broken Grids using a “fence” or “plus” block. We […]
Monthly meeting for Quilt Pattern Writing group. Work together to develop quilt pattern writing skills through activities such as analyzing what we like about professional patterns, discussing instructive articles, and offering constructive criticism of each other’s work.
Monthly meeting of Bag Making Sew Along small group. The focus of this group will be bag making skills building while we make a quilted travel set. We will start with a simple tote and progress through simple zippered pouches, advanced tote bags, and conclude with a quilted duffle bag.
Quarterly meeting for the photo-inspired challenge. Design your own quilt series with these quarterly challenges. These mini quilts will be inspired by a single photo. We will provide a prompt and from there you are free to run with it.
Sherri Lynn Wood describes her 4-month artist residency at Recology in 2016. Her goal was to explore the nature of making do while creating an exhibition, including 6 quilts made entirely of materials from the San Francisco dump. Note that the meeting will run a little longer than usual to accommodate a longer presentation. https://www.sherrilynnwood.com/workshops/
Monthly meeting for the Modern Quilt Design Challenge. This monthly challenge will give you the chance try out your quilt design skills. Each month you will design a quilt, NO QUILT MAKING REQUIRED. Each month the prompts will focus on elements of modern quilting so you also get a chance to explore these.
Join us as we work together to sew philanthropy quilts. There’s no need to bring anything–we provide sewing machines, fabric, and everything else you’ll need. You’ll get to pick a task you enjoy, whether it’s piecing, pressing, laying out, or cutting. This is a great opportunity to have some fun, do some good, and get […]
We will use a systematic plan, based on Brandy Maslowski’s presentation to the guild last October to clean up and reorganize our sewing spaces. Meetings will consist of plan-making, idea-sharing, and dedicated cleaning time with friends.
Join us for a fun evening together at our latest in-person gathering. Dinner Donate fabric or patterns / Take home fabric to restock! Livestream Show & Tell Location: TBD
Ever wonder how to block a quilt? Interested in simple, good looking labels? Or curious about how to mount a quilt to a canvas? Join Dianne Gates-Anderson, Linda Ralleca, and […]
