11/21/2019

In this lecture/trunk show Jane will describe how she became the quilt maker she is today and describe the influences and techniques that she uses. She will talk about setting up an Etsy shop and how she uses this for her T-shirt quilt business. Jane will also describe some of the challenging requests she receives from clients and how trying something new brings out her creative spirit. Jane’s goal is to inspire quilters to go out of their comfort zone and just have fun creating.

11/23/2019

Have fun working on a one-of-a-kind portrait of your pet. Learn this addictive raw edge fabric collage technique whilst creating a one-o- a-kind animal wall hanging.  In this 1-day class using no fusible, layer, trace, cut and glue fabrics in a fun, no mistakes way. Join Jane to learn about making the best fabric chooses, how to use values to enhance your portrait and then get tips for free motion quilting. The class uses a 200% photo enlargement to work on as your pattern.

11/22/2019

In this 1 day, class students will begin work on a Travel Journal quilt. We will paint the map, the main focal point of the quilt, then combine maps, photos, journaling, and other saved items into a unique, personal wall hanging. Students will need to bring along photos and postcards printed onto fabric to use in the layout of the quilt. I will demonstrate making a simple raw edge fabric collage element to use. As it is a 1-day class I run through the project and get students started and on their way to completing this project at home.

4/18/18

**** Change of Venue ***  Miller’s Crossing  Cranston ****

What Makes a Quilter Tick?
A Humorous Look in the Mirror
Join me for a fun-filled, interactive, eye-opening look at quilters and all the little quirks, passions and obsessions we all share. We’ll hold a mirror up to ourselves and see what others see when they look at us. Bring your friends and family along and maybe it will help explain, to you and them, why they look at us the way they do.

May 11, 2019 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Blaines Sewing Machine Center

Have you seen Diana Funke’s beautiful bags?  We have the pleasure of hosting her and Diane Antestenis for a workshop where they will teach members how to make these fantastic beach bags.  We will make the medium tote and an 8” by 5” wallet. Student provides 1/3 yard of fabric, matching thread, black thread, jeans/denim sewing machine needle, walking foot.  Kits available from Diana.

Kit contains Pattern for a small, medium and large tote, the pattern for zippered wallet, black pet screen, zipper, strapping, hook and loop tape.

STORM AT SEA

Using my “No More Tears”© Foundation Piecing Method
Are you curious about paper piecing? Do you and paper piecing already have a love/hate relationship? Do you love the accuracy you achieve, but hate the process of getting there? Well, this class will change that to a LOVE relationship. We’ll be using the versatile Storm at Sea pattern to learn my “No More Tears”© method of paper piecing. Although we won’t be finishing the entire project in class, you’ll have at least one full block, and the tools you’ll need to finish it at home, in half the time you’d expect from paper piecing. Don’t believe me?  You’ll just have to come and see for yourself!

11/15/18

November – On the Edge – Adele Scott

On the Edge – Includes edge preparation, different types and widths of bindings, piping, easy prairie points, scallops and even a fun “coin” edge. Our newest technique is a fabulously easy mitered border with scallop flange. Tips, tricks and, of course, new products! This class is all about the many options for quilt edges, and perfecting your techniques.

10/18/18

October – Meeting Lecture

Our speaker is Timna Tarr who will be sharing her trunk show and speaking about her quilting journey. She talks about her design and color choices, as well as the personal stories behind the quilts.

9/20/18

September Meeting Lecture

Secrets of the International Quilt Market – Michelle Banton

What Happens in Houston, Doesn’t Necessarily Stay There. A multi-media behind the scenes look at the quilting industry’s biggest trade show. Since this is a credentialed trade show, most quilters will never have the opportunity to experience this huge event. I take you there vicariously and let you in on some of the “trade secrets”.