Sit back, relax, breathe, and bask in a fun and entertaining evening with Ricky Tims. Ricky is master storyteller, composer, and performing artist (piano). He will present an evening of delightful treats that will leave you filled with laughter, gratitude, and inspiration. This year marks Ricky’s nineteenth year as a Paducah QuiltWeek special guest. There’s limited seating for this popular event, so book early and secure your seat.

Join us for an exclusive lunchtime event featuring renowned quilters Pat Holly and Sue Nickels.

During this intimate gathering, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Discover the "Two of Us": Gain insights into the inspiration and creative process behind their captivating partnership and their shared and individual quilts.
• Ask the Experts: Participate in a Q&A session with Pat and Sue, where you can ask your burning questions about quilting techniques, design inspiration, and their collaborative journey.

Don't miss this rare opportunity to connect with these extraordinary quilters, experience their Special Exhibit, and gain a deeper appreciation for their artistry.

Lunch will be provided for you. There will be options to choose from during registration. Lecture will start at noon once meals have been given out.

Explore quilting history from the early 1800’s to today while looking at the fabrics and quilts that kept our ancestors (and us) clothed and warm. Fabrics, colors, and patterns widely vary, while some fabrics and patterns keep showing up repeatedly through the years. Did you know a quilt can talk to you through the fabrics, styles, and colors, giving clues to possible dates, regions, and more? Join Vickie for a look at fabrics and quilts of different periods to see what they have to say. This is a fascinating step through quilting history with the fabric of our lives! Supplies are not required for a lecture, although you may want to bring a pen and paper to take notes.

Join us for our highly anticipated All-Star Review! Gain valuable insights and techniques from this year's top instructors. Experience a series of captivating 10-minute demonstrations from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.

After the demonstrations, mingle with the instructors and explore their offerings. Purchase their books, patterns, and tools, and even snag an autograph or two.

Each participant will receive a helpful booklet filled with printed handouts. Don't miss out! This event always sells out quickly, so secure your tickets today.

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A Night of Quilting Fun!

Join us for a thrilling evening of quilting knowledge and camaraderie at the annual AQS Game Night! This year's exciting theme, Quilter's Feud, will place teams of audience members against each other in a battle to determine who knows the most about quilting.

Hosted by the charismatic Alex Anderson, this event will be filled with laughter, friendly competition, and fabulous prizes. Whether you want to put your quilting knowledge to the test or prefer to sit back, relax, and watch the games, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow quilters and make new friends!

Don't miss out on this unforgettable night! Secure your spot now and get ready for a fun-filled evening of quilted delight. At registration, you can choose to be a potential contestant or remain an audience member. Contestants will be selected on the day of the event and notified when entering the event.

Kick off AQS your AQS QuiltWeek - Paducah experience with a celebration like no other!

Join the Parade of Quilts, led by the Tilghman High School Band, as they march through the Expo Center to open the show in style. This cherished free event is a celebration that sets the tone for an unforgettable QuiltWeek!

Bring your favorite small quilt to proudly carry, wave, and share with the crowd as you follow the lively beat of the band. Lineup begins outside the front of the Expo Center doors at 8:30 AM and the parade begins at 8:45 AM. Whether you’re carrying a quilt or cheering from the sidelines, we can’t wait to see you there!

Join Alex Anderson for an exclusive evening to celebrate the best of quilt artistry. Be among the first to hear which stunning quilts will take home the prestigious AQS QuiltWeek Contest Awards. Witness the unveiling of the BERNINA of America Best of Show, the AQS Best Hand Workmanship, the Janome America Best Stationary Machine Workmanship, the Handi Quilter Best Moveable Machine Workmanship, the AccuQuilt Best Wall, and the Superior Threads Best Miniature Quilt, and many more. The ceremony will be held at Walker Hall. Hors d’oeuvres will be served in the lobby from 4:30 to 5:00 p.m. AQS hosts one of the highest-regarded quilt contests in the industry, this is an event you don’t want to miss. Be part of quilt history!

americanquilter.com

Discover the magic of creating stunning 3D effects in your quilts without the complexity of intricate piecing. This innovative workshop will introduce you to the Stripometric Ruler, a revolutionary tool that simplifies the process of creating dimensional designs.

In this workshop, you'll learn:

• How to use the Stripometric Ruler to accurately measure and cut fabric strips.
• The power of color and value to create depth and dimension in your quilts.
• Techniques for assembling vertical rows of strips to achieve a 3D illusion.
• Tips and tricks for troubleshooting common challenges and achieving professional results.

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Let’s take an in-depth look at those wide borders and narrow sashings and learn how to make them stand out! From drawing, designing, marking, and stitching, you will be sure to leave the workshop with the confidence to quilt those spaces. Best of all, you will learn how to mark your border using the no-math method! Two people per machine.

Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Friday.

seamsdivine.com

We all start somewhere – from seeing that first quilt to becoming a quilting instructor/fiber artist. Learn from the best with Marge's insightful lecture on quilt design and creation. Gain practical tips and techniques to elevate your quilting skills, from brainstorming ideas to selecting fabrics and assembling blocks. Discover the secrets behind her captivating quilt designs and learn how she transforms inspiration into stunning reality. Through a fascinating presentation, you'll explore a diverse range of quilts, from her early works to her latest creations. Each quilt tells a unique story, offering valuable insights into the artistic process. Supplies are not required for a lecture, although you may want to bring a pen and paper to take notes.

Lunch will be provided for you. There will be options to choose from during registration. Lecture will start at noon once meals have been given out.

Intimidated by fancy ruler work? Fear no more! We will take a look at both straight and curved rulers, learn how to hold and position the rulers, and stitch around them. Most importantly, we will get you the confidence you need to use those rulers! You will quickly gain the knowledge of how to incorporate ruler work among those free-motion designs. Two people per machine.

seamsdivine.com

Transform your guest room with this adorable 3D Linked Hearts Bed Runner. This project is perfect for those new to 3D quilting, as it utilizes straight-pieced rows of measured strips, simplified by the innovative Stripometric Ruler.

In this workshop, you will learn:

• How to use the Stripometric Ruler to accurately cut fabric strips.
• Basic techniques for creating 3D effects in your quilt.
• How to assemble the heart blocks and join them into a beautiful bed runner.

quiltersclinic.com

Chris believes quilting a quilt should be as much fun as making the top! This workshop is designed for the quilter who has tried freemotion quilting but finds meandering and stippling either frustrating or boring. We'll learn and practice a variety of freemotion patterns on small sample quilt sandwiches. Everything from pebbles to spirals to triangles and beyond!

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Create a Bicycle art quilt while learning skills to use in future projects. Hone your paper piecing skills with the freezer paper technique that finishes with no paper to pick off. Learn easy peasy turned-edge appliqué using bias tape makers, raw edge appliqué, and couching. The kit includes everything you need to complete the quilt top. Class fee includes a boxed lunch.

sallymanke.com

In this workshop, you’ll explore combining inks with different media to create unique fabric backgrounds. Dive into the art of transformation as you use spray, marbling, and stenciling techniques with Tsukineko inks to turn a 9” x 9” piece of basic fabric into a stunning birch forest scene. This enchanting design, featuring a subtle background with the intricate beauty of birch bark, will yield a unique fabric square perfect for a quilt, a stylish tote bag, embellishing a jean jacket, or as a statement piece for a quilted vest. The skills you acquire will elevate your creative journey to new heights!

teacherstamp.com

Explore the timeless art of block printing on fabric in this engaging workshop where creativity meets craftsmanship. Learn to craft blocks from a variety of materials and substrates to print your own bespoke textiles. Participants will delve into the fundamentals of block printing with lessons on how to select and mix paint, how to carve and cut blocks, and various paint application methods. Discover the magic of registration, ensuring precise alignment of each layer for seamless multi-color prints. Dive deeper into the art of patternmaking as you explore techniques for creating advanced repeat designs. Beginner to advanced.

janedavila.com

Check off "Feathered Star Quilt" from your bucket list! This is the perfect workshop for any quilter wanting to learn to make a Feathered Star. Nancy will walk students through step-by-step instructions with rotary cutting and piecing techniques for making accurate triangle squares. Her methods make short work of this tricky-looking block. By the end of the class, you'll have mastered the techniques to create this beautiful and complex design. This is an ideal workshop for anyone who wants to improve their piecing skills. Class fee includes ticket to lunch buffet.

nancymahoney.com

Dive into a whimsical world of sheer fabrics and free-motion quilting! Create a stunning floral scene, experimenting with unexpected textures and techniques. From simple to intricate, you'll learn to effortlessly add leaves, stems, and even beaded accents. Create a quirky sheer flower scene, then embellish with the easiest freemotion quilting you’ll ever do! The fun is in the unexpected results that come from playing with sheers and freemotion quilting. Release your inner child and come play! You will find new confidence and joy in your freemotion quilting.

quiltskipper.com

Master multiple techniques with this fanciful art quilt! Elevate your quilting skills with this comprehensive class. This art quilt will use a variety of quilting skills and touch on some brand-new ones. Learn the tips and tricks of this project, which include piecing, Dresden plate, bias tape applique, fabric weaving, and unique fusible and raw-edge appliqué. You'll gain the knowledge and confidence to create a beautiful and original art quilt. Whether a beginner or an experienced quilter, this class will inspire you to new heights. You’ll be amazed by what you can create with simple tricks, and you’ll be on your way to a finished art quilt! This is a two-day Workshop. Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Wednesday and Thursday.

sallymanke.com

In this engaging lecture and demonstration, you'll discover the art of transforming completed blocks into beautiful quilts. Nancy will guide you through various quilt settings to create unique designs. She'll also showcase how to enhance your quilts by incorporating pieced sashing. Rather than opting for simple borders, you'll learn to craft pieced borders that complement your work perfectly. To finish off, explore different binding techniques that will add a stylish touch to the edges of your quilts. Supplies are not required, but there is a $10 materials fee for this lecture and a notebook and pen are recommended.

nancymahoney.com

Come learn an innovative technique from an award-winning quilter, Cynthia England, while creating these graceful koi fish. You will love Cynthia’s technique as it is not foundation pieced and only uses straight line sewing. You will be working on the right side of the fabric with no paper to pick out and lots of cheating! The final project size is 20" x 22". Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Friday.

englanddesign.com

Sue Heinz has brewed up a wide selection of energy-infused and organic free-motion quilting designs that provide both rich textures and bold backgrounds. Based on her book of the same name, this drawing workshop will leave you filled to the brim with designs that are easy to master. Come play and leave caffeinated!

sueheinz.com

Karen's iconic Cinco de Mayo quilt set the standard for contemporary interpretations of traditional patterns. Enjoy a day of color work, paper foundation technique, and curved piecing (and alternatives). Discover the endless variations in customization and make this project truly your own. Class fee includes a ticket to a buffet lunch.

karenkstonequilts.com

Color plays a pivotal role in MJ Kinman’s gem quilts. Over the past 25+ years she’s learned ways to approach color confidence and is delighted to share these ideas with you. This is a hands-on workshop, full of experimentation, to help you gain color confidence. Begin the day getting to know the color wheel. Learn how our brains crave harmony and why certain color combinations satisfy that craving. Move beyond basic color theory to exploring how a color can change simply by being placed to other colors. Using strips and squares of solid fabric, you’ll learn how to create sparkle with value contrast and how to make quilts glow with saturation contrast. MJ will also show you how to create effective transparencies and how to achieve the illusion of fabric sliding over and under one another. Finally, she’ll show you how to change the appearance of a color just by changing its neighboring hue. For those who want to sew during the workshop, we’ll take time to assemble strips into blocks of concentric squares, similar to the design used by Josef Albers in his series Homage to the Square. Why are these concepts important? MJ wants to help you demystify the use of color, gain the confidence in your color selection, and create brilliant quilts, regardless of your inspiration.

Students will have the opportunity to sew their experiments together to capture the various effects they’ve been studying.

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Don’t want to be slowed down by tying off threads and jumping around on your quilting designs? Let’s learn how to find a continuous thread path to quilt efficiently. We will take a look at traditional blocks as well as blocks on-point, decide a quilting design and execute a quilting plan that will take you across a quilt top in no time! Intimidated by continuous curves? Fear no more! Stacie will show you the tricks! Students should be familiar with beginning ruler work. Two people per machine.

seamsdivine.com

Learn the benefits of one-start one-stop continuous quilting. Save time by pre-planning for better (more secure) stitching, less frustration, and improved confidence in your quilting. This hands-on workshop is based on Dorie's book, Making Connections. Which teaches twelve connecting designs and how to use them effectively in pieced quilts, backgrounds, sashing, and borders. Dorie's teaching style is hands-on, beginning with foundational information and then building on the foundation. This workshop is for the confident beginner quilter and up. Two people per machine.

forever-quilting.com

Dating back to the late sixteenth century, Dorset buttons are a great way to embellish your quilting project and knitwear. Finish them as jewelry pieces if you wish. They are functional too! Start the workshop by making the traditional Blandford cartwheel to learn the basics before discussing some variations, including a fan-style button and the Maltese Cross. Catherine will show you how to include beads and will finish the workshop with a look at styles inspired by vintage buttons of the 1950s.

catherineredford.com

This Fruity Melons Quilt is a fun and colorful Drunkards Path quilt that goes together very quickly. This 47” square quilt is made using two different 9" block patterns: the Drunkards Path block and the Eccentric Star block. Master the art of curved piecing with Lori's simple and efficient technique for sewing Drunkard's Path blocks This quilt is one you can piece together in no time at all! Try it in your favorite color combinations or fabric lines! During the workshop we will piece the center Drunkard's Path and Eccentric Star blocks.

quiltingwithlori.com

This workshop will show you how to do a very unique technique of curved piecing which forms circles. Developed by your instructor, Marge Tucker, this is a more advanced class but anyone with a sense of adventure can do it! The Going in Circles technique results in amazing abstract circles which can pieced/trimmed into blocks, appliqued, or cut apart and reformed. These circle blocks work well with other improvisational techniques or abstract blocks. Off-cuts from creating the circles provide even more inspirational opportunities. Students will learn free-form cutting and curved piecing techniques.

margetuckerquilts.com

Learn how to print with the sun or UV light using a vintage photography technique. Cyanotype printing was developed in the 1840s as a process to develop photographic images and blueprints; today it’s used for making stunning blue and white artwork. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the basics of cyanotype printing, including preparing the chemicals, coating fabric, and creating unique compositions using found objects, masks, and stencils. Discover tips, hints, and variations for this easy and safe art form at the intersection of art and science.

janedavila.com

Does this sample look packed with possibilities but too hard to free-motion quilt? Don’t be fooled! Let Sue Heinz show you her innovative technique of combining simple grids with her patented, easy-to-use tools. Add Sue’s original designs along with step-by-step instructions, and get ready to take your quilting to the next level!

kismetquilting.com

Learn the basics of Dimension Thread Painting and Embellishment on this beautiful Fall Harvest wall hanging. Explore the various thread selection, stitching techniques with freemotion quilting of zig zag and straight stitching, discussing bobbin work and embellishing with crystals. See the fabric come to life as you sew and layer the threads on top of your design. You will use thread as paint –and sew with different types of threads and color combinations.

joycehughesoriginals.com

Learn the basics of Dimensional Thread Painting and embellishment on this beautiful Hydrangea with Goldfinch wallhanging. Explore the steps, prep work, and process of raw-edge appliqué prior to the actual thread painting. Then, move on to Dimensional Thread Painting using free-motion zig zag and straight stitching. See the fabric come to life as you sew and layer the threads on top of your design adding shading, highlights, texture, and definition. You will use thread as paint while sewing with different types of threads and color combinations.

joycehughesoriginals.com

Learn the basics of Dimension Thread Painting and Embellishment on this beautiful Exclusive printed Photo Panel. We will cover the step-by-step process of Dimensional Thread Painting - using zig zag and straight stitching. See the fabric come to life as you sew and layer the threads on top of your design adding shading, highlighting, texture, and definition. Try using different types of threads and color combinations. Learn the strategic placement of threads to enhance the overall appearance of the panel, giving it a three-dimensional look and feel. Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Thursday.

joycehughesoriginals.com

Want to learn Dimensional Thread Painting but you think it is too hard? In this workshop, you will begin with an exclusive digitally printed panel to create a piece of art! You will learn the steps of Dimensional Thread Painting, a fun and creative technique, while exploring various thread selections. Using zig zag and straight stitches, you’ll see the fabric come to life as you sew and layer the threads on top of your design. Learn how to create interesting texture and dimension for your quilting projects. You will leave with a full knowledge of Dimensional Thread Painting and create a one of kind piece of art! Techniques taught include: Dimensional Thread Painting, crystal embellishment, blocking, squaring a quilt, and more! Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Friday.

joycehughesoriginals.com

Learn the basics of Dimension Thread Painting and Embellishment on this beautiful Poppies with Bluebird wall hanging. We will cover the step-by-step process of Dimensional Thread Painting using zig zag and straight stitching. See the fabric come to life as you sew and layer the threads on top of your design adding shading, highlighting, texture and definition. You will use thread as paint and sew with different types of threads and color combinations.

joycehughesoriginals.com

This fun and exciting workshop will introduce you to an easy and extremely accurate way to piece even the tiniest of squares. We will stitch together a very traditional spool quilt top in a non-traditional way using grids to create your very own design. You will learn the basics of the piecing steps and will leave with the knowledge and confidence to create your very own designs! Beginners as well as advanced piecers are welcome. Please join me in the fun! Other designs and quilts will be shown as examples. Kits for the spool quilt will be provided and will include all fabric needed to make your quilt top.

seamsdivine.com

Ruler work is a great way to get accurate results with less marking, and it’s fun! This workshop is an ideal way to experience ruler work without a large investment in rulers; you only need one! You will learn how straight line ruler work will enhance your quilts. Workshop includes a kit with a pre-printed panel (markings wash out!) and a unique ruler that makes straight line ruler work virtually fool proof! This is a great workshop for all levels of free motion quilters, as ruler work simplifies the process. Two people per machine. Q20 sit-down longarm machines provided by BERNINA.

quiltskipper.com

Combine the power of EQ8 quilt design software with the ease of fabric die cutting. The AccuQuilt GO! Qube system is made of building blocks to create a Four Patch quilt block. Discover EQ8 compatible blocks, draw your own blocks, try different fabrics, and create your own block library. Your design will be ready to cut with the AccuQuilt GO! Cutter. Learn tips and tricks to use the best features of both EQ8 and AccuQuilt. The workshop is based on the 8” Qube, with help to accommodate other sizes. Please note: This is an EQ8 software design class. No die cutters will be used. This workshop moves at a faster pace and completion of a beginner EQ8 class is helpful.

lorimillerdesigns.com

Are your borders simply boring? Do you just slap on strips of fabric to add length and width to your quilt? Is your sashing simple? Take your borders from blah to beautiful and your sashing from sad to stunning with the built-in tools in EQ8. This fun workshop explores a variety of borders and border styles from pieced, Flying Geese, appliqué, checkerboard, and more. Use borders to jazz up a panel or medallion quilt. Discover creative sashing with pieced blocks and clever design ideas. Your quilts are limited only by your imagination. NOTE: This workshop moves at a faster pace than beginner EQ8 workshops. PC and Mac Users welcome.

lorimillerdesigns.com

Take the next step learning EQ8. Learn to draw or edit your own blocks to place in your quilt creations. Explore appliqué and stencils to better understand the three layers of the quilt in EQ8. Take a deep dive into borders and Auto Borders. Create personal libraries, use text and photos, and explore free-form quilt settings. By the end of the workshop, you will have the confidence to design your own beautiful blocks and quilts. Windows and Mac users welcome. Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Thursday.

lorimillerdesigns.com

Are you brand new to EQ8? This is the perfect workshop to get to know your exciting new quilt design software. This workshop will go over the basics for beginner EQ8 users needing an overview of the EQ experience. Take an in-depth tour through the software to get a better understanding of the three worktables, the Project Sketchbook, and how to navigate the entire workspace. We will start designing quilts right away using EQ8 as your virtual design wall. Study the many pattern-printing options available and learn how to find yardage estimates. The best way to learn is by doing! This workshop is nicely paced for beginners. Windows and Mac users welcome. Please note, this workshop is designed for brand new EQ8 users and is focused on EQ8 basics. If you have taken the full day beginner workshop, this workshop covers similar topics.

lorimillerdesigns.com

Build your EQ confidence! Tour the workspace and begin designing a variety of beautiful quilt styles. Search the EQ8 libraries for the perfect block or fabric to turn your quilt designs into reality. You can even add fabrics from your own stash. Learn how to print yardage estimates, rotary cutting charts, and more. Nicely paced and encouraging workshop for those who want to understand and practice the basics. Windows and Mac users welcome. Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Wednesday.

lorimillerdesigns.com

Dive into the world of quilted cards and create one-of-a-kind fiber art greetings for any occasion. This class is your passport to a world of creative possibilities. Create one-of-a-kind, fiber art greeting cards for all seasons and occasions. Put your machine’s specialty stitches to use, practice forgiving free motion quilting, and try out new techniques. Walk away with several finished cards, ready to share with loved ones or add to your personal collection, plus with the skills and inspiration to create more.

sallymanke.com

Let's explore some fabulous binding techniques for finishing our quilts! We will take a detailed look at preparing, sewing, and finishing our quilts, including options such as flanged binding, piped binding, bias edge binding, two-sided binding, and more. Many examples will be shown and discussed as well. Be sure to join me for some great fun as we explore the finishing touch of binding!

seamsdivine.com

Discover the art of transforming photographs, drawings, and even words into stunning quilt blocks. In this in-depth workshop, you'll learn:

• Photo-to-Fabric Techniques: Learn how to accurately transfer images onto fabric using a variety of methods.
• Modular Quilt Assembly: Learn Chris's simple and effective method for assembling your finished blocks into beautiful quilts.

By the end of this workshop, you'll have a new set of skills to add to your quilting toolbox and the ability to create personalized and meaningful quilts.

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Do you want to feel comfortable quilting feathers and learn how to achieve perfect continuous (formal) feathers? In this workshop, learn how to use rulers, stencils, and other items to help fit and form your feather work. Join Sarah as she helps you use many ruler shapes and stencils to create dazzling feathers on your quilt tops. From blocks and borders to custom motifs, you will leave this workshop more comfortable stitching numerous plume types and many spine variations and the ability to create your own unique feather designs. Check out Sarah's lead-in workshop, Fun Feather Foundations, to refresh yourself on feather basics before taking this workshop. Two people per machine. Q20 sit-down longarm machines provided by BERNINA

sariditty.com

Learn the basics of ruler work while also learning to quilt beautiful and flowing feather designs with the Westalee Design Feather template set. Explore symmetrical, curving, and organic feather designs as well as stitching feather crowns, shape feathers, and a peacock style feather. Many other helpful techniques are included throughout this workshop such as stitch-in-the-ditch, traveling in the feather spine, and sewing circles with a template. This workshop is a well-rounded jump start to ramp up your template quilting skills. This workshop is a technique class, not a project class

fabrikatedquilts.com

Create a symphony of background designs that harmonize well together on any quilt - or use just one for a dramatic textural effect. You’ll learn how to draw original free-motion and grid pattern backgrounds while Sue demonstrates with step-by-step illustrations and how-to hints. Your future quilts will be shouting, “Bravo!”

kismetquilting.com

If you have some freemotion quilting experience and long to add interest and variety to your quilts, join me and learn how to select and quilt fills and frills. We will build on skills that you already have and play with a variety of motifs you can use for borders, fills, grids, and dividers. Most motifs will be free hand, a few will use marked reference points. Longarm, mid-arm or domestic, let’s play with fills and frills!

quiltskipper.com

Explore a combination of natural freehand overall designs that work together to create a complex garden of quilting, based on Dorie's book, Floral Confetti. In this hands-on workshop, Dorie will teach you how to break down the designs, how and where to use them, and how to combine the elements to create a flowing continuous design. Dorie's hands-on teaching style is very user-friendly! Dorie will teach the foundation of the concept and builds in layers on the foundation to give you the complete concept. Two people per machine.

forever-quilting.com

Ricky is known for taking “easy” and making it look “hard”. This master workshop lecture will cover four quilt projects that can be easily altered to be original and unique. These quilts are so user-friendly that they are not only great for beginners, but they are popular with experienced quilters too. You’ll discover the freedom of Primitive Patchwork (with an Amish vibe), Papaw’s Choice (Ricky’s Dad’s favorite pattern), One-Seam Flying Geese, and Ricky’s original Kool Kaleidoscope. Best of all…you won’t leave the lecture with a UFO - only inspiration! Supplies are not required for a lecture, although you may want to bring a pen and paper to take notes.

Have you always wanted to free-motion quilt but were too anxious to do so? Join Sarah in this hands-on workshop and be liberated with free-motion quilting! With a bit of humor and a lot of encouragement, she will take you through a series of designs that are both simple yet highly effective on your quilt tops. By the end of the workshop, you will feel more comfortable and brave with a variety of shapes and designs in different sizes. You will be working on and sharing a BERNINA Q20/Q16 with a partner. Use each other for feedback and to bounce around quilting ideas. Two people per machine: BERNINA Q Series machines provided.

sariditty.com

Quilting is not always about precision. Sometimes you just have to let loose and quilt without any rules. This beginner free-motion workshop will fill your mind with countless Modern ideas for quilting in those small spaces. If you are new to longarm quilting or uncomfortable in front of the machine, this workshop is for you. Two people per machine.

forever-quilting.com

A leafy gala of fabric, color, guided free-cutting, improvisation, and free-motion stitching. Great first experience for those new to free-motion machine quilting! Super fun, and most everyone finishes their little quilt (small version is pictured).

karenkstone.com

In this workshop, students will create an approximately 5” x 7” beach scene using fusible-backed fabric and a reference photo of their choice. Kestrel will provide compositional guidelines to follow before turning students loose. This workshop is particularly exciting because there is no pattern and no set kit, so every student produces a uniquely different result. The kit will include an assortment of fabric, but every kit will be different and students are encouraged to trade and share fabric amongst themselves. To finish the artwork, each student will receive a picture mat and cellophane sleeve for easy transportation and framing of their art.

kestrelmichaud.com

Learn an assortment of different and unusual ways to finish the edges of your innovative art quilts, garments, or bags using hand and machine sewing as well as non-traditional materials and supplies in this lively workshop. Create unique and original edges on your work using beads, thread, ribbon, or paint. Work on a series of small samples in class to use as future reference and explore variations of each technique. Extensive handouts are provided.

janedavila.com

Dive into the playful world of Whimsical Feathers: Fun and Forgiving Free-Motion Quilting. These are not your traditional feathers. Learn to create unique and light-hearted designs that are full of personality yet easier to make. These feathers are organic, free-flowing, and playful, making them both fun and forgiving. Join Dorie as she guides you through the process of crafting these one-of-a-kind feathers and discover just how enjoyable and creative quilting can be! Two people per machine.

forever-quilting.com

Fun Fabulous Fabric Manipulation! - Learn unique techniques that will enhance your next quilt! These vintage sewing techniques will raise the surface of your quilt and truly impress. We’ll learn heirloom smocking techniques, tucking, ruching, and lots of other fabric manipulations, and then we’ll cover how to put it into a block in your next quilt. Whether you are a traditional, contemporary, art, or modern quilter, you can add a cutting edge, yet classic, look to your next project. Great for beginners and experienced sewists.

muppin.com

Are you new to quilting or comfortable with basic free-motion quilting and now want to add a few feathers to your quilt tops? Join Sarah as she takes you through a handful of feather motifs and styles that work well together and can be customized to each individual's likes and abilities. This workshop will have you both drawing and working on the machine to determine your personal feather style as well as learning various techniques to create feather motifs. Consider taking Sarah's next workshop, Fancy Feathers & Frills, to continue building onto your feather foundations. Two people per machine: BERNINA Q Series machines provided.

sariditty.com

Learn the basics of quilting with templates in a fun filled workshop taught by Sew Steady Promoted Instructor Kate Quinn. This workshop is designed for the beginner with little to no experience with free-motion or ruler quilting. Learn how to setup your machine, needles, threads, proper hand positions, how to move the quilt sandwich, and some simple designs to get started. Designs include curved cross-hatching, straight line designs, spinning templates, echo quilting, and stitch in the ditch. Important tips and tricks to success are incorporated throughout the class material so you can explore the far-reaching potential rulers will bring to your quilting! This workshop is technique oriented and templates may vary.

fabrikatedquilts.com

Students will create a fused appliqué quilt and learn how to quilt it using Kestrel's unique technique. The conventional method of quilting is to start in the center of a quilt and stitch outward to avoid wrinkles and distortion caused by the application of thread. However, this method does not work for Kestrel's highly detailed, imaginative realism designs. As a result, she had to develop an alternative technique. In the first half of the workshop, students will fuse together a Kestrel Michaud original design of fused appliqué fabric to make a quilt. In the second half of class, students will learn Kestrel's method of quilting and use that process to free-motion quilt their projects. Note: This workshop is not intended to be an introduction to free-motion quilting. Students should already be comfortable quilting via free-motion. Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Friday.

kestrelmichaud.com

Walking foot + simple free motion quilting = beautiful grid designs and confidence! No matter your style, grid work adds beauty and glorious texture. Jenny will show you how to conquer those open spaces with approachable designs that appear complex but are actually quite simple. She will share her favorite grid designs and open up new ideas for your quilts! Two people per machine. Q20 sit-down longarm machines provided by BERNINA.

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This workshop offers an opportunity to hone your appraisal skills under the supervision of AQS Certified Appraisers, as well as a chance to assign realistic insurance replacement values. Open to appraisal students and others who may be curious about the process. Bring a quilt with you to practice with!

Instructors: Carol Elmore & Gerald Roy

Chase all your cares away with this fun and informative border workshop. Learn simple, fundamental free-motion quilting designs while emphasizing ideas for border spaces. Techniques include how to segment the border to create even design spacing, how to travel in the designs, how to turn the corner while maintaining the design, how to connect the designs, as well as how to echo to fill in spaces. An important topic emphasized throughout the workshop is smart design pathways to limit starts and stops allowing you to finish to border smoothly and quickly. Designs include simple arcs, cursive loops, and overlapping ribbons and progresses to hearts and feathers as time allows. Some quilting templates may be used alongside general free-motion skills to enhance the learning experience.

fabrikatedquilts.com

Learn these unique hand sewing techniques that will enhance your next quilt! These vintage sewing techniques will raise the surface of your quilt and truly impress. We will learn Canadian smocking, hand pleating, ruching, rouleau fabric manipulations, and then we will cover how to put it into a block in your next quilt. Whether you are a traditional, contemporary, art, or modern quilter, you can add a cutting edge, yet classic, look to your next project. Great for beginners and experienced sewists.

muppin.com

Discover the magic of illusion quilting! This class will guide you through the simple steps to create a stunning quilt that appears more complex than it truly is. Contrasting fabrics create beautiful movement in the Illusions quilt, which goes together quickly! Enjoy making this quilt in various scrappy contrasting blocks, or choose your favorite line of fabrics that offer great contrast! Piece enough blocks during the workshop to complete a beautiful table runner.

quiltingwithlori.com

Expand your creative horizons with this comprehensive class on image transfer techniques. Learn how to seamlessly incorporate your favorite photos, artwork, and designs into your quilts. Master Direct and Indirect Transfer Methods, explore a variety of techniques, including transfer artist paper, acrylic paint, solvent and medium transfers, and direct printing on a variety of fabrics. Plus, discover the unique process of using gelatin to transfer images onto fabrics. Methods will cover transferring from various sources, learn how to transfer images from photos, transparencies, and magazines

janedavila.com

Learn how to piece improvisational Dresden Plate blocks! In this technique workshop, you will learn how to piece the substrate so the wedges are varied in length, different ways to cut the wedges and how to piece the wedges together into circles. Marge will also go over layouts and how to work with the circle blocks. Learn the technique, make three to four blocks and know the the options of how to combine the blocks together. This is an incredibly versatile and innovative technique with many exciting options to explore. Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Wednesday.

margetuckerquilts.com

This brand-new workshop shows you how to create sparkling gems in a whole new way. Use the power of improvisational piecing to create glowing gems without using dozens of small freezer paper templates. Learn how to use improvisational strip-piecing techniques and basic shapes to create emerald-cut, baguette-cut, and Asscher-cut diamonds. These diamonds feature long, lovely facets – the “hall of mirrors” that show off the interior clarity of a gem. During the workshop, MJ talks about color selection for gems. (hint: there is no wrong answer!), shows you how to make your gem sparkle with value contrast and glow with saturation contrast. Finally, she discusses simple assembly techniques to piece together your lovely creation.

Activities include:

• Creating a color palette that brings you joy
• Playing with high-value contrast and saturation contrast to incorporate sparkle and glow into your gem
• Strip piecing the interior facets of your gemstone
• Assembling the strip-pieced facets to create your own unique gemstone

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Join Karen K. Stone for an exciting exploration of improvisational foundation piecing workshop. Let’s face it - making stuff up is fun! The pictured quilt, Starburst, was made improvisational. Karen will help you find your improv wings, with just enough structure to guarantee a wonderful outcome. Let’s explore some possibilities! Whether you're a seasoned quilter or a curious beginner, this class is perfect for those who want to break free from traditional patterns and create truly original works of art. Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Wednesday.

karenkstonequilts.com

C’mon, let’s get happy with these sunny stars! A small wonky star inside a larger wonky star forms the center of the quilt and then a sparkling border of more brilliant stars. Improvisational piecing the star point results in each star being unique and engaging. This quilt will be sure to brighten your mood and/or house. In the 3-hour workshop, we will make the Star in a Star center. You will have a handout to help you complete the quilt at home.

margetuckerquilts.com

Be inspired by Moroccan and Art Deco cement tiles to create a unique design for printing on fabric. Use an updated version of a stencil printing technique called Pochoir Printing to make custom fabric for your next quilt or sewing project. Learn about registration for nearly perfect printing, repeat patterns, single and multi-color designs, and much more. You will leave with 2-3 pieces of original fabric and the knowledge to make more. A wide variety of tiles will be presented for inspiration.

janedavila.com

Discover the charm of Folk Art Embroidery! Start by exploring essential embroidery stitches using a specially designed pre-printed sampler. Then, dive into unique embellishment techniques that bring fun to your work. Catherine will also share her method for transferring designs onto dark-colored backgrounds. Go home with a second design transferred and ready to stitch. Enjoy the relaxed tempo and reconnect with the joy of handwork. Class fee includes ticket to lunch buffet.

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Introduction to Wool Appliqué - the basics and beyond. Learn the techniques required for successful whip stitch wool appliqué while working on a small piece that can be finished into a needle case or pin cushion. Use beautiful embroidery stitches to embellish and add further dimension to your project.

catherineredford.com

Bring your favorite jelly roll and join Stacie in the magic! We will create an easy, fun, and fast quilt top that will make everyone wonder, how did you do that! Stacie will demonstrate various techniques so that you will have the knowledge and confidence to make your very own variations at home! This workshop is guaranteed to make you love your jelly rolls! Beginner and advanced piecers welcome. Join Stacie in the Jelly Roll Magic! Email me at stacie@seamsdivine.com with any questions.

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This full-day workshop focuses on teaching students how to think creatively, demonstrates the importance of design elements, and teaches the first rule of Kestrel’s personal design formula. Kestrel will guide students through a series of hands-on exercises:

• Lesson 1: Idea Generation - Students will go through series of exercises that will help students think of subjects and settings from nothing.
• Lesson 2: Learn to Draw Like an Artist - Pulling from her own formal training, Kestrel will guide students through a series of drawing exercises to develop drawing ability. (Note from Kestrel: I've encountered a recurring sentiment that some art quilters don't consider themselves to be artists because they can't draw. Although I don't agree with that opinion, I understand why someone might feel that way. This series of exercises will work for anyone who wants to learn to draw.)
• Lesson 3: Color Combinations - Students will learn about color harmonies and practice applying that knowledge to a design. Kestrel will share examples of color arrangements as they appear in her own art.
• Lesson 4: Highlight, Midtone, and Shadow - Students will learn the first rule of Kestrel's personal quilt design formula and practice implementing that rule on a simple subject first. Kestrel will share how this formula applies to all of her own work. Students will begin work on applying the formula to a design of their choice (students may bring a pre-printed photograph of their choosing or use one provided by Kestrel. Photo subjects should be simple: A pet, a flower, a single object, etc.)
• Lesson 5: Picking Fabric - Students will participate in an exercise in choosing fabric based on Kestrel's design formula. This final lesson is intended to prepare students to turn their design (from Lesson 4) into a finished quilt at home.

Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Wednesday.

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Want to have a binding technique that is pin-free, math-free, FAST and guarantees show-quality results? This workshop is for you! You will learn tips on squaring your tops plus Sue Heinz will walk you step-by-step as you sew a ¼" binding (using this amazing technique!) onto the sample provided. At the end of the workshop, Sue will also introduce you to some creative ideas for adding lace, beads, zippers, and more - taking your edges from simple to stunning! Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Friday.

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Can't you just feel the sand between your toes as you trek through the sand dunes on your way to this peaceful beach? Cynthia developed this technique and will share construction tips to make the process stress free. The Picture Piecing technique stresses straight-line sewing, with no in-sets and no pesky paper to pick out. It is not a foundation method. The project size is 17" X 19". Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Wednesday.

englanddesign.com

The “Free-motion Plus” workshop is an integration of template skills and free-motion quilting. Mandala Mania uses the Westalee Circles templates to set the stage for elegant circle designs. Learn simple, fundamental free-motion quilting movements that use circular divisions as the design boundaries. Techniques include dividing, echoing, segmenting, and using spacial estimation to build this beautiful design. Great tips for successful free-motion are offered throughout the workshop. These skills and shapes can be applied to pieced blocks or superimposed over unrelated shapes and used as main motifs or to fill negative space. These designs are great for both traditional and modern quilting styles. Class fee includes a boxed lunch.

fabrikatedquilts.com

Ready to expand beyond free-motion quilting on your longarm machine? Join Dorie as she teaches you to quilt precise straight-line designs using rulers. Learn a variety of techniques, including Piano Key patterns, Crosshatching, and tips for stitching in the ditch. By the end of this workshop, you'll have the confidence and skills to incorporate straight-line ruler work into your next quilt project. Two people per machine.

forever-quilting.com

Add dimension, interest, and personality to your quilt design with micro quilting! Feel the difference between different stitch regulation settings, and experiment with many designs as you stitch miniature in this workshop. From micro stippling, pebbles, radiator coils, and more, Sarah will help you navigate through the many miniature options and also combine average-sized designs with micro quilting to achieve a stunning finished result. Just like handwriting, everyone's micro quilting will have its own unique variations, so there's no wrong way to achieve your micro quilted signature. We’ll also discuss and demonstrate how thread can impact and change the appearance of your quilting. Two people per machine: BERNINA Q Series machines provided.

sariditty.com

Make a traditional quilt block, the Log Cabin, in a non-traditional way. Use free-form cutting to control the look and design of the quilt blocks. Decisions on the next color and strip size/shape are made as the block is built. No need to have a plan; in fact, you will be more creative without one! Just pick a strip and sew! Marge covers free-form cutting, liberated sewing, or sew-as-you-go, as well as design and composition.

margetuckerquilts.com

Learn machine made texture techniques that will enhance your next quilt! In this workshop, Cheryl will teach you about pleating, stuffing, pintucks, and lots of other fabric manipulations, and then you will cover how to put it into a block in your next quilt. Whether you are a traditional, contemporary, art, or modern quilter, you can add a cutting edge (yet classic) look to your next project. Great for beginners and experienced sewists.

muppin.com

If you have some freemotion quilting experience and long to add interest and variety to your quilts, join Jenny and learn how to select and quilt fills and frills. We will build on skills that you already have and play with a variety of motifs you can use for borders, fills, grids, and dividers. Most motifs will be free hand, a few will use marked reference points. Longarm, mid-arm or domestic, let’s play with fills and frills!

quiltskipper.com

Color with Tsukineko® Ink: Lace motifs, trims, and fabric take on new life when colored with vibrant Tsukeniko fabric inks using various tools and Fabrico markers. Whether your lace is vintage or new, its colorful focus and detail dyeing techniques will add dimension to your quilts, embellish your clothing creations, and enhance your mixed-media art pieces. Create stunning backgrounds or use the lace as a stencil! You will learn about five different mediums and eight unique techniques for creating printed and colored images on materials from silk to cotton to polyester.

teacherstamp.com

Use simple piecing techniques to create dramatic 6 pointed stars. Build strip sets, cut into squares, cut squares on the diagonal, match up alternating half-square triangles, cut hexagon pieces from the new squares and use the trimmed off portions to make a border. This project employs a variety of basic sewing techniques to achieve a stunning result. All of the techniques will be a useful addition to your sewing repertoire.

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In this workshop, you’re guaranteed to learn an interesting twist on your standard quilt block with this show-stopping pleating technique! Join Cheryl and come have tons of fun sewing these EASY pleats by machine. Depending on your skill level, you may even leave with a completed table runner top.

muppin.com

Join us for an exclusive, private tour of the "Two of Us" Special Exhibit with renowned quilters Pat Holly and Sue Nickels.

Delve into the world of these talented sisters as they personally guide you through their captivating quilts. Discover the hidden stories, intricate details, and inspiring techniques that bring their creations to life.

What to Expect:

• Intimate Tour: A private, personalized tour with the artists themselves.
• Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Learn about the creative process and inspiration behind each quilt.
• Q&A Session: Ask Pat and Sue your burning questions about quilting and their artistic journey.
• Exclusive Access: Enjoy early access to the exhibit before it opens to the public.

Don't miss this rare opportunity to connect with these extraordinary quilters, experience their Special Exhibit, and gain a deeper appreciation for their artistry.

Join us for an exclusive, private tour of the "Two of Us" Special Exhibit with renowned quilters Pat Holly and Sue Nickels.

Delve into the world of these talented sisters as they personally guide you through their captivating quilts. Discover the hidden stories, intricate details, and inspiring techniques that bring their creations to life.

What to Expect:

• Intimate Tour: A private, personalized tour with the artists themselves.
• Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Learn about the creative process and inspiration behind each quilt.
• Q&A Session: Ask Pat and Sue your burning questions about quilting and their artistic journey.
• Exclusive Access: Enjoy early access to the exhibit before it opens to the public.

Don't miss this rare opportunity to connect with these extraordinary quilters, experience their Special Exhibit, and gain a deeper appreciation for their artistry.

Join us for an exclusive, private tour of the "Two of Us" Special Exhibit with renowned quilters Pat Holly and Sue Nickels.

Delve into the world of these talented sisters as they personally guide you through their captivating quilts. Discover the hidden stories, intricate details, and inspiring techniques that bring their creations to life.

What to Expect:

• Intimate Tour: A private, personalized tour with the artists themselves.
• Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Learn about the creative process and inspiration behind each quilt.
• Q&A Session: Ask Pat and Sue your burning questions about quilting and their artistic journey.
• Exclusive Access: Enjoy early access to the exhibit before it opens to the public.

Don't miss this rare opportunity to connect with these extraordinary quilters, experience their Special Exhibit, and gain a deeper appreciation for their artistry.

 Join us for an exclusive, private tour of the "Two of Us" Special Exhibit with renowned quilters Pat Holly and Sue Nickels.

Delve into the world of these talented sisters as they personally guide you through their captivating quilts. Discover the hidden stories, intricate details, and inspiring techniques that bring their creations to life.

What to Expect:

• Intimate Tour: A private, personalized tour with the artists themselves.
• Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Learn about the creative process and inspiration behind each quilt.
• Q&A Session: Ask Pat and Sue your burning questions about quilting and their artistic journey.
• Exclusive Access: Enjoy early access to the exhibit before it opens to the public.

Don't miss this rare opportunity to connect with these extraordinary quilters, experience their Special Exhibit, and gain a deeper appreciation for their artistry.

Meet the Makers: A 2026 Quilt Art Engagement Calendar Launch Event

Be among the first to own the highly anticipated 2026 Quilt Art Engagement Calendar. Join us for a special event featuring Michelle Renee Hiatt, AQS Executive Show Director, and the talented quilters whose stunning works grace the pages of this year's calendar.

Event Highlights:

• Early Access: Purchase your 2026 calendar before anyone else.
• Meet the Makers: Connect with the talented quilters and learn about their inspiration and techniques.
• Autograph Signings: Collect autographs from your favorite quiltmakers.
• Exclusive Opportunity: Enjoy a unique chance to interact with fellow quilters.

Don't miss this unforgettable experience!

Embark on a captivating journey through time, exploring the rich history of quilts from the early 1800s to the mid-20th century. This insightful class will delve into the evolution of quilt styles, patterns, techniques, and colorations, shedding light on the cultural and historical significance of these textile treasures.

• Develop a keen eye for identifying different quilt eras and their distinctive characteristics.
• Understand the impact of historical events on quiltmaking and textile trends.
• Gain knowledge about the role of quilts in women's history and material culture.
• Learn practical tips for analyzing and appreciating antique and vintage quilts.

Bring Your Own Antique or Vintage Quilt:

To enhance your learning experience, bring an antique or vintage quilt to class. You'll have the opportunity to share your quilt with fellow quilters, discuss its history with an AQS Certified Quilt Appraiser.

Registration for this workshop includes show admission for Friday.

Whether it’s to share on social media, make a sale, or enter a show, having a photograph of your quilt is a firm requirement. If the idea of photographing your quilt is scary, if you’ve had difficulty taking good photos, or if you’ve spent lots of money on a professional photographer, this workshop is for you!

In this workshop, you will learn:

• Learn the equipment needed to set up a budget professional studio
• Get hands-on practice setting up a professional studio in the workshop
• Learn the correct camera settings on both DSLR and cellphones for photographing quilts
• Practice hanging and lighting your own quilts
• Practice taking professional photographs of their quilts
• Go home with a professional quilt photograph!

Discover the joy of quilting with the beginner-friendly Quilted Wreaths workshop! Bring the beauty of wreaths to life with leaves, feathers, flowers, and berries. Master control over the scale of elements in your design, allowing you to infuse your creations with a personalized touch. Join Dorie on this creative journey and watch as your confidence grows. Two people per machine.

forever-quilting.com

Create this tranquil countryside scene while learning the innovative, Picture Piecing machine technique that Cynthia England devised. Uses only straight lines and no in-sets seams. No sewing through paper, work on the right side of the fabric. This is not foundation piecing! We will not be tracing anything. The pattern is printed on freezer paper. Final project is 17" x 19".

englanddesign.com

Are you ready to add the structured look of quilting with rulers to your quilt tops? Perhaps you want to mix and match free-motion quilting designs with perfect lines, arcs, and waves? This is the workshop for you! Sarah will guide you through hands-on quilting using basic straight edge, curve, and wave rulers to create crosshatch, arcs, and more! Whether you're new to using rulers or simply want to hone your skills, you will leave the workshop with an abundance of ideas, encouragement, and motivation to add ruler quilting to your repertoire! Two people per machine: BERNINA Q Series machines provided.

sariditty.com

Ready to do more than just free-motion quilting on your sit-down machine? Join Dorie as she teaches you how to quilt straight line designs using rulers. Including a variety of Piano key designs, Crosshatching designs and even tips for stitching in the ditch. You'll leave the workshop with the confidence of knowing "You Can Quilt your own Quilts!”

forever-quilting.com

Sashiko designs are elegant and timeless, great for both traditional and modern quilt projects. This rulerwork workshop uses grid foundations to build the framework for these classic Sashiko elements. Designs include the classic Clamshell with two variations, the Persian Tile Single and Double design, the Puzzle design, and a mastery design using the previously learned skills. Other topics include using grid stencils and Pounce pads, choosing the best threads, and making the designs fit into areas of a quilt. Basic template skills and machine setup are also included. This is a good way to get started both designing quilted elements and learning to use templates for quilting.

fabrikatedquilts.com

Fall in love with diamonds! Let’s use up all those leftover strips and strings from previous projects and turn them into a fantastic quilt! Improvisationally pieced rectangles make light and dark diamonds when placed together. This results in a visually graphic layout and with very little cutting and prep so we can get right to the fun. In this half-day workshop, you’ll learn the technique of string piecing rectangles while making (4-8) blocks in the workshop. This could be your new favorite scrap quilt!

margetuckerquilts.com

Let's get your scraps organized and user-friendly! In this hands-on workshop, students will learn the techniques from Lori's Book, "Speedy Solutions to Cut & Organize Your Scrap Stash." Bring a tote/container of pressed scraps (variety of colors/values/remnant sizes) from your stash to the workshop and learn Lori's cutting, sorting, organizing & storage solutions. Learn Lori's tips and tricks on how to pull scraps from YOUR stash to create beautiful scrappy quilts. Use these techniques as you practice creating scrappy blocks with scraps they have just cut and sorted! This workshop will inspire students to actually USE their stash of fabrics as they make many beautiful quilts in the days ahead!

quiltingwithlori.com

Come join in the fun and learn how to make these wonderful, scrappy blocks using an array of colorful pre-cut squares. If you have been wanting to master new skills, this workshop will inspire confidence and equip you with new techniques. Learn an easy and precise way of making triangle units, as well as tips for making strip sets and foundation-pieced sashing units. If scrappy is not for you, use a planned color scheme or make it patriotic. Class fee includes boxed lunch.

nancymahoney.com

Each of these four modern mug mats will help teach a specific technique for successful rulerwork quilting with domestic sewing machines. Techniques include Stitch in the Ditch in any direction, working with straight and curved templates, creating curved cross hatching, and using spinning and pin mounted rotating templates. Kate will review echoing and marking and introduce several other useful tools. As an added bonus, learn the process of Templee Quilting, a fast and easy raw edge design technique to enhance your quilted project. Templates and some tools are provided for use during the workshop. Mats are not bound or edge-finished in class. Some free-motion experience is helpful, but not required.

fabrikatedquilts.com

Simple strip piecing, cross-cutting, and straight or diagonal re-sewing can create a border that takes your quilt from simple to simply fantastic. Learn techniques for making a number of different Seminole pieced border strips, then keep these sample strips as a reference for future projects or sew them together to make a Seminole Sampler wallhanging.

chrisquilts.net

Sketchbook Quilting is Sarah's approachable, uninhibited, "no rules" style of free-motion quilting. In this fun hands-on workshop, you will become more comfortable with drawing your own style of free-motion designs and seeing them come to life on the fabric. You’ll turn these designs into multiple groupings and combinations by building off the foundation pieces. In doing so, you’ll be ready to create your own set of personal go-to designs, practice fillers, and also develop the muscle memory of drawing the doodles. Each BERNINA Q20/Q16 will accommodate two students to share and to practice transferring the sketchbook doodles to the quilt top. Sarah will also show you how to use a variety of rulers and stencils to help create basic shapes and line guides for the doodling. This workshop will teach and encourage you to quilt without rules, thus making each finished quilt unique to your personal style and abilities. Two people per machine: BERNINA Q Series machines provided.

sariditty.com

Share your love of nature with this vibrant landscape. Let this award winning instructor guide you through this forgiving technique. Learn an innovative technique from the lady who created it. Sewn with straight seams while sewing with right sides together. No tiny stitch length and you can easily correct mistakes. Can be assembly line sewn, unlike foundation piecing. Come have funa nd learn something new! Project size is 17" x 19". Class fee includes a boxed lunch.

englanddesign.com

Be the First to Experience the Magic of QuiltWeek! Experience AQS QuiltWeek - Paducah like never before. As one of the first to enter the Expo Center, you'll be immersed in a breathtaking world of color, texture, and creativity. Your exclusive early access grants you a front-row seat to the world's finest quilts. Marvel at masterpieces from renowned quiltmakers and discover emerging talent. Shop ‘til you drop with a fantastic selection of vendors, from around the globe, offering the latest fabrics, innovative designs, and unique quilting supplies. Limited tickets ensure a more intimate and leisurely experience. Explore both floors of the Convention Center at your own pace, supporting the National Quilt Museum while indulging your passion for quilting. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the excitement!

americanquilter.com

Are you drowning in a sea of fabric scraps? This workshop is your lifeline! Learn essential techniques to transform your chaotic scrap stash into a well-organized and inspiring resource. Learn techniques that will help you get your scraps cut, sorted, and organized. You will also learn how to USE those scraps to make beautiful quilts! Discover Lori's rules for scrapping, her tools of the trade, how she sorts and identifies value, and all her speedy methods of turning an unorganized stash of wrinkled scrap fabrics into a beautifully organized stash of fabric ready to be USED to make great quilts! You will be inspired to create gorgeous scrappy quilts using your OWN personal scrap stash!

quiltingwithlori.com

Join the esteemed four-member Committee of the AQS Quilt Appraisal Certification Program for an exclusive look at the world of quilt appraisal, collecting, and conservation.

In this insightful workshop, you'll discuss the intricate details of:

• The Fine Art of Appraisal: Learn how certified appraisers assess the value of quilts, considering factors like age, condition, and historical significance.
• The Thrill of Collecting: Discover the passion behind quilt collecting and the strategies for building a valuable collection.
• The Science of Conservation: Gain knowledge on best practices for preserving and caring for your quilts, ensuring they stand the test of time.

During this immersive experience, you'll have the unique opportunity to see firsthand the diverse range of quilts the members of the Appraisal Committee collect, understand why they collect these quilts and see how the Appraisers themselves care for and protect their collection.

Instructors: Gerald Roy, Carol Butzke, Carol Elmore & Allison Rainboth

AQS Appraisal Program

Join Karen for lunch while she shares images of her earliest to latest quilts and some of their stories, relating lessons learned, and her passage from mouse, to... less of a mouse. She will have several quilts along and welcomes questions at any time throughout the presentation. Lunch will be provided for you. There will be options to choose from during registration. Lecture will start at noon once meals have been given out.

karenkstonequilts.com

This workshop is the perfect chance to try out all the hot new supplies for fabric printing with no pressure, just play. Experiment on fabric with a large variety of materials and supplies, including Paintstiks, inks, paints, mediums, metallic foil, Inktense pencils, water-soluble pastels, and more. Learn all about the properties of these materials and how to use them in your fiber art. Registration for this workshop includes show admission for Wednesday.

janedavila.com

Have you ever said, "My machine doesn't like that thread?" or "I can only quilt with XYZ thread?" Then this is the workshop for you! Learn about different weights of thread for quilting. Education is key, and Sarah will explain the uses and finished effects of different thread weights, as well as cotton, metallic, water-soluble, and monofilament fibers, in this hands-on workshop. Sarah also covers thread basics, including information on weight and ply, spool positioning, needle recommendations, and tension settings. She will offer helpful tips and tricks, then share projects and photos aimed to inspire and expand your use of threads. You will be sharing a BERNINA Q16/20 sit-down longarm machine in this hands-on workshop. The skills taught in this workshop are transferable to your home domestic sewing machine. Two people per machine: BERNINA Q Series machines provided.

Find Sarah online: Instagram & Facebook @SARIDITTY; Etsy: @SARIDITTYshop

sariditty.com

Become a Certified Quilt Appraiser: A Comprehensive Training Course

This intensive three-day course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a certified quilt appraiser through AQS. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a budding enthusiast, this course will provide you with a solid foundation in quilt appraisal practices.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Understand the AQS Certification process and requirements.
• Learn how to conduct thorough research and documentation for accurate appraisals.
• Master the art of valuing quilts, considering factors such as age, condition, and historical significance.
• Develop strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess the authenticity and provenance of quilts.
• Gain practical experience in writing professional appraisals that meet legal and ethical standards.

Why Attend?

• Certification Preparation: This course is a crucial step towards achieving AQS certification.
• Skill Enhancement: Hone your appraisal skills and expand your knowledge base.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow appraisers and industry experts.
• Real-World Insights: Learn from experienced appraisers and gain practical advice.

Registration includes:

• Three days of expert instruction
• Comprehensive course materials
• Admission to the AQS Quilt Show on Wednesday

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your career as a quilt appraiser.

Instructors: Gerald Roy, Carol Butzke, Carol Elmore & Allison Rainboth

AQS Appraisal Program

Construct your own bit of paradise as you learn to make Quarter Log Cabin blocks. Color placement is the same in all the blocks; no tedious piecing is required. This quilt makes a dramatic impact with color placement. Use optional layouts to create your own unique design. You won't believe how fast the blocks go together.

nancymahoney.com

Join Nancy in this fun and informative workshop. Hands-on instructions for different ways to make accurate half-square triangle units. Learn how to turn the finished units into a variety of blocks. Have fun playing with the triangle units as new and interesting designs appear before your eyes. General machine piecing hints and tips that you’ll use again and again will be included. If scrappy is not for you, choose one light and one dark print.

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Buckle up for a fun lunch with Catherine as she takes you on a humorous, educational, and interactive adventure! Learn more about Catherine Redford and her quilting techniques as you play a game with prizes. Catherine will take you on a trip around the globe with her quilts. Discover how she found her inspiration, the stitches she used, and the finishing techniques she employed in her quilts. Go home ready to embark on your own creative journey! Lunch will be provided for you. There will be options to choose from during registration. Lecture will start at noon once meals have been given out.

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Make this beautiful block as a pillow, decorative hanging, or as part of a larger project. Learn Vicki McCarty’s techniques of bringing wool appliqué to life. From simple fusing to decorative stitches, and cute embellishments as well as Vicki’s own unique way to adding stitching detail you’ll discover how to make any appliqué extraordinary.

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Ricky combines two of his award-winning techniques in one master workshop lecture session. You will learn his No-Pins Precision Curved Piecing method along with his award-winning Double Blanket Stitch Appliqué. Both of these methods are amazingly forgiving and open up a world of design possibilities. You will find them to be beginner friendly but perfect for the advance quilter too. Better yet, you’ll learn how to avoid the fuss of quarter-inch seams and math. As a bonus you’ll get the scoop on how to create original designs that work for both of these methods. Supplies are not required for a lecture, although you may want to bring a pen and paper to take notes.

Finding the right combination of quilting designs to balance out a quilt can take time and effort. Let Sue Heinz unlock her secret of using one shape to fill an entire quilt with a variety of unique and harmonious blocks, borders, grids, triangles, linear and circular designs, and more. Simple shape, stunning results - easy to master!

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Embark on a captivating journey through the life and work of renowned quilter, Kestrel. This inspiring presentation offers a glimpse into Kestrel's artistic evolution, from her early days of drawing to her mastery of fabric and thread.

In the first half, discover the influences and experiences that shaped Kestrel's unique style. Witness the progression of her artistic journey, as she transitioned from traditional mediums to the world of quilting. Explore a curated collection of artwork, showcasing her diverse talents and unwavering passion for creativity.

The second half delves into Kestrel's creative process, revealing the meticulous steps involved in bringing her stunning quilts to life. You'll gain a deeper understanding of her design philosophy and technical expertise through behind-the-scenes footage and insightful commentary. From the initial sketch to the final free-motion quilting, witness the transformation of ideas into breathtaking works of art.

Join us for an unforgettable experience celebrating Kestrel's artistry, innovation, and dedication.

Supplies are not required for a lecture, although you may want to bring a pen and paper to take notes.

Join Catherine for a comprehensive workshop on walking foot quilting. Learn how to finish your quilts on a domestic machine while enjoying all the control of your walking foot. Start with a brief discussion of preparing tops for quilting, including marking and basting. Then, make stitched samples of different styles, including matchstick quilting, grids, combined stitches, and serpentines. Elevate your technique with beautiful organic curves and learn how to execute sharp turns and make accurate straight-line polygon spirals. Circular spirals round out the workshop. Along the way, we will discuss using colored threads and adding hand stitching to your walking foot quilting for maximum impact. Finish with a look at Catherine’s work to inspire you to go home and turn your tops into quilts. You will soon be planning your quilting before you even start piecing! Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Thursday.

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Make a gorgeous dimensional flower quilt all by machine in this half-day workshop! Using the machine gathering foot and a couple stitches by hand, you’ll learn how to create the quilted background, the gathered flowers, and the leaves during the workshop. Everyone will ask you where you learned how to make such pretty flowers!

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Create a dynamic design with this off-center Pineapple block while learning all the tricks of foundation paper piecing. In this fast-paced workshop, all aspects of foundation paper piecing will be covered, including how to measure, cut, and correctly position the right fabric piece. By the time you are finished, Nancy will have helped you create this beautiful wild quilt top and you will leave with the confidence to tackle paper piecing again and again!

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Patchwork, wonderful color, and wild friends - what could be better? Paper foundation piecing Karen’s original way, streamlined and efficient. Plus individualized interpretive color talk. (Bring chocolate.)

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“Women's Work is Never Done” has been a popular event as part of AQS QuiltWeek in Paducah, KY, for many years. This year, Gerald exhibits classic tops that have been favorites throughout the years, as well as antique quilt tops from the Pilgrim/Roy collection dating from 1840 to 1940. Come and enjoy this history-rich lecture that is sure to please! Supplies are not required for a lecture, although you may want to bring a pen and paper to take notes.

Dive into the world of scrappy, wonky quilting with the Wonky Web workshop. This fun and creative class will guide you through the process of slicing, shuffling, and sewing colorful octagons into stunning Spider Web blocks.

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Make this beautiful project with wool appliqué. Learn some of Vicki McCarty’s techniques of bringing wool appliqué to life with simple fusing, decorative stitches, and cute embellishments as well as Vicki’s own unique way of adding stitching detail to make any appliqué extraordinary. Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Friday.

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Make this beautiful gingerbread ornament with Vicki McCarty. You will learn Vicki McCarty’s techniques for bringing wool appliqué to life. Learn techniques like simple fusing, decorative stitches, and cute embellishments as well as Vicki’s own unique way of adding stitching detail that are sure to make any appliqué extraordinary.

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You CAN quilt your own quilts on a home machine! Learn to free-motion quilt in an encouraging and supportive setting. Start at the beginning and learn five beautiful motifs to put on your own quilts. Begin on paper and make lots of mistakes there, then we’ll play on fabric samples with confidence. Jenny projects her quilting live with a clear view of the needle and brings lots of samples. Discover the very best set up for your free-motion quilting. It really is easier than you think! Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Friday.

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