2021 Programs
August 2021
Lea McComas - Portrait Quilts
October 2021
Rachel Derstine - Couching to Another Level
December 2021
Wendy Mathson
January 19, 2021
Julia McLeod
Silk and Salvage – the Story of a Collaboration Julia McLeod and Sue Fox spent three and a half years collaborating under the name 'Silk and Salvage'. Using mostly silks from upcycled neckties and clothing, scraps from interior design studios, and vintage garments, these two quilters created new quilts from rescued materials. In this program, Julia McLeod shares their contrasting backgrounds and working styles, talks about the pros and cons of collaborative quilt making, and shows the work she and Sue made independently and in partnership. The trunk show that follows this lecture includes Julia's quilts made of silk and other rescued treasures.
Links and Mentions from the presentation: rossvillequilts.com for Benartex; HelloStitchStudio.com March 7, 2021 10-1 PST for Foundation Pieced Pineapple Block Class
Silk and Salvage – the Story of a Collaboration Julia McLeod and Sue Fox spent three and a half years collaborating under the name 'Silk and Salvage'. Using mostly silks from upcycled neckties and clothing, scraps from interior design studios, and vintage garments, these two quilters created new quilts from rescued materials. In this program, Julia McLeod shares their contrasting backgrounds and working styles, talks about the pros and cons of collaborative quilt making, and shows the work she and Sue made independently and in partnership. The trunk show that follows this lecture includes Julia's quilts made of silk and other rescued treasures.
Links and Mentions from the presentation: rossvillequilts.com for Benartex; HelloStitchStudio.com March 7, 2021 10-1 PST for Foundation Pieced Pineapple Block Class
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February 16, 2021
Color It Beautiful
by Ellen Lindner of Adventure Quilter
What do key lime pie and a beautiful quilt have in common? It’s the COMBINATION of ingredients that produce great results. In this lecture you’ll learn to select colors that will work well together, and how to best manage their proportions. Basic color theory will be explained in simple terms, and demonstrated with fabulous quilts.
by Ellen Lindner of Adventure Quilter
What do key lime pie and a beautiful quilt have in common? It’s the COMBINATION of ingredients that produce great results. In this lecture you’ll learn to select colors that will work well together, and how to best manage their proportions. Basic color theory will be explained in simple terms, and demonstrated with fabulous quilts.
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March 16, 2021
Flower Pillow Demonstration by Fern McFarland
Guild Show and Tell
Guild Show and Tell
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April 20, 2021
How to Build a Landscape Quilt from the Ground Up (If You Don't Know How to Draw)
by Jaimie Davis of Loopy Tulip Designs
http://www.loopytulips.com
Have you ever wanted to make a landscape quilt but thought it was out of your reach? Join Jaimie for an insightful look at how to create a one-of-a-kind quilt even if you’ve never thought of yourself as an artist. Follow along as she shows you how she uses Google Images, a copier and a light box to “build” a pattern and enjoy lighthearted stories of her less-than-successful landscapes and the principles for success she discovered along the way.
by Jaimie Davis of Loopy Tulip Designs
http://www.loopytulips.com
Have you ever wanted to make a landscape quilt but thought it was out of your reach? Join Jaimie for an insightful look at how to create a one-of-a-kind quilt even if you’ve never thought of yourself as an artist. Follow along as she shows you how she uses Google Images, a copier and a light box to “build” a pattern and enjoy lighthearted stories of her less-than-successful landscapes and the principles for success she discovered along the way.
Formerly a scientist, Jaimie Davis is an award-winning quilter who began quilting in 1993. In addition to making quilts, she designs patterns, kits and technique-based workshops and travels widely to teach for quilt guilds, retreats and quilting festivals. Her work has been shown in national and international exhibits including the International Quilt Show in Houston, Texas and the Pacific International Quilt Festival in Santa Clara, California. Jaimie draws inspiration from color and curvy lines and loves to add a touch of whimsy to every project. She and her husband live in Portland, Oregon with a whole bunch of quilts, a lot of great books, a turtle their kids left behind and a never-ending supply of Diet Coke.
June 2021
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Kathy McNeil Art Quilts
kathymcneilquilts.com Razzle Dazzle your quilts. - Kathy revels in adding small details and surprises for viewers to find in her quilts. She will share tips and creative techniques for adding a variety of fun visual effects to your quilts. This lecture is a fun and educational, with plenty of award winning techniques. When we are most playful we can find our artistic voices. Kathy's quilts are frequently featured in museums, magazines, calendars and international shows because of their strong "Visual Effects'. |
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July 2021
Meeting will be held at Sew Downtown and via Zoom. We will catch up on Show N Tell, Block of the Month submissions, picking up and turning in Community Service Kits, and a special raffle. Attendance will be limited to 40 people. No guests will be allowed.
Mystery Quilt
Mystery Clue 1
Well, here we go!
First, I wish to go over the fabric requirements again.
3 charm packs
1 layer cake
120 5" squares (half light color fabric/ half dark fabric)
If you use a layer cake, you will only need 30 10" squares. Make sure you pick out 15 light color fabric and 15 dark color fabric. Then you will need to cut the 10" squares in fourths, to make 5" squares (120 squares).
Now with all your fabric you will first make two piles: one pile for light color fabric and one pile dark color fabric ( each will have 60 5" squares)
Take each of the groups and divide them in half. Now there are 2 sets of 30 light squares and 2 sets of 30 dark squares.
Optional fabric: If you want to have borders on your quilt, you will need 1/2 yard for inner border and 1 1/2 yards for outer border and binding. I make my binding 1 1/4" wide, if yours is wider you will need a bit more fabric.
With out borders your quilt will be 38" x 48"
With borders your quilt will measure 56" x 64"
Now divide and count those squares,
First, I wish to go over the fabric requirements again.
3 charm packs
1 layer cake
120 5" squares (half light color fabric/ half dark fabric)
If you use a layer cake, you will only need 30 10" squares. Make sure you pick out 15 light color fabric and 15 dark color fabric. Then you will need to cut the 10" squares in fourths, to make 5" squares (120 squares).
Now with all your fabric you will first make two piles: one pile for light color fabric and one pile dark color fabric ( each will have 60 5" squares)
Take each of the groups and divide them in half. Now there are 2 sets of 30 light squares and 2 sets of 30 dark squares.
Optional fabric: If you want to have borders on your quilt, you will need 1/2 yard for inner border and 1 1/2 yards for outer border and binding. I make my binding 1 1/4" wide, if yours is wider you will need a bit more fabric.
With out borders your quilt will be 38" x 48"
With borders your quilt will measure 56" x 64"
Now divide and count those squares,
Mystery Clue 2
Now to sew:
Take 60 5" squares ( 30 light and 30 dark) and make 60 half square triangles. Use one light square and one dark square ( laying on top of each other, right sides together) for each triangle. You will draw a line diagonal through the center of the blocks and sew 1/4" seam on each side of the line. Then cut down the middle. Press and square up to 4 1/2" square.
You have five days to square up, enjoy, Next clue Tuesday, July 14th.
Take 60 5" squares ( 30 light and 30 dark) and make 60 half square triangles. Use one light square and one dark square ( laying on top of each other, right sides together) for each triangle. You will draw a line diagonal through the center of the blocks and sew 1/4" seam on each side of the line. Then cut down the middle. Press and square up to 4 1/2" square.
You have five days to square up, enjoy, Next clue Tuesday, July 14th.
Mystery Clue 3
Take the remaining 60 charm squares (30 light and 30 dark) and make 60 four patches.
Draw a line down the middle vertically (not diagonal) and placing it right sides together with another square (one light and one dark). Then sew 1/4" on either side of the line.
Next cut on the center line and press towards the dark fabric. Match this block up with another block sewn the same way . MAKE sure the darks are on opposite sides and the seams are butted up against each other.
Draw a line perpendicular to the seam and sew on either side of that line. Cutting on the center line and pressing. Yields 2 four patch blocks (60 total) that you will square up to 4 1/2"
Have a great time, next clue Thursday, Sheree
Draw a line down the middle vertically (not diagonal) and placing it right sides together with another square (one light and one dark). Then sew 1/4" on either side of the line.
Next cut on the center line and press towards the dark fabric. Match this block up with another block sewn the same way . MAKE sure the darks are on opposite sides and the seams are butted up against each other.
Draw a line perpendicular to the seam and sew on either side of that line. Cutting on the center line and pressing. Yields 2 four patch blocks (60 total) that you will square up to 4 1/2"
Have a great time, next clue Thursday, Sheree
Mystery Clue 4
Hope you all are enjoying the Mystery, this next part is easy. Follow the attached picture.
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Mystery Clue 5
The final attachment will show the layout and my finished quilt.
Requirements for borders:
1/2 yard for inner border (cut at 2 1/2" strips)
1 1/2 yards for outer border
I cut my outer border at 4 1/2" strips but the pattern calls for 6 1/2" strips (you have enough fabric for 6 1/2") I also cut my binding at 2 1/4". You will need 5 strips of each.
Quilt without borders is 38" x 48", with borders 56" by 64".
Look forward to seeing everyone's, Sheree
Requirements for borders:
1/2 yard for inner border (cut at 2 1/2" strips)
1 1/2 yards for outer border
I cut my outer border at 4 1/2" strips but the pattern calls for 6 1/2" strips (you have enough fabric for 6 1/2") I also cut my binding at 2 1/4". You will need 5 strips of each.
Quilt without borders is 38" x 48", with borders 56" by 64".
Look forward to seeing everyone's, Sheree
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Pieceable Friends Quilt Guild Show - Postponed from Fall 2020, reschedule date to be determined...
Mari Michener Gallery, UNC Library
Display of membership quilts.
Display of membership quilts.