Keynote: Sky High Quilting: Precision Techniques
Judy Niemeyer, founder of Quiltworx, is a quilting innovator with over 20 years of experience, renowned for her Foundation Paper Piecing techniques that empower quilters to create intricate, heirloom-quality quilts with confidence. In her exclusive keynote, she will showcase these signature techniques using elements from her Desert Sky pattern, offering quilters the chance to learn precise, flawlessly sewn block creation from a true master in the field. quiltworx.com
Detailed Appliqué: Achieving Flawless Shapes
Becky Goldsmith, co-founder of Piece O’ Cake, continues to inspire with her engaging workshops and books. In this comprehensive appliqué session, she’ll guide you in mastering the essential points and curves needed to create intricate designs like flowers, leaves, houses, and more, all while making these techniques feel effortless. pieceocake.com
Heirloom Applique by Machine
Beth Ann Williams, who transformed her quilting practice after health challenges, now shares her innovative machine techniques. In this workshop, she will reveal how to achieve heirloom-quality appliqué with finished edges using just your sewing machine, covering essential setup, supplies, and beginner-friendly methods for invisible machine appliqué. shop.bethannwilliams.com
Quilt Panels: Resize, Fit, and Design
Cyndi McChesney, an expert in panel quilting and author of Fun with Panels and Playful Panel Quilts, will guide you through mastering the art of integrating panel images into quilt designs. In this workshop, she’ll cover techniques for resizing blocks, manipulating layouts, and using fundamental concepts to seamlessly fit panel images into both traditional and modern quilt settings. cedarridgequilting.com
In-the-Hoop Quilting with Your Embroidery Machine
Dawn Chace, a seasoned expert in machine embroidery, will guide you through the process of creating flawless quilt blocks in the hoop, ensuring perfect results with every project. Gain the skills needed to confidently quilt your entire project seamlessly, block-by-block or in sections. creativeappliques.com
Effortless Crazy Quilts: Machine Techniques Revealed
Julia McLeod, known for her expertise in working with silks and reclaimed textiles, introduces a unique crazy quilting method that simplifies the quilting process. In this session, she will demonstrate her all-machine technique, which avoids the need for tiny pieces or appliqué while achieving stunning results with both large-scale patterns and intricate designs, making it ideal for all quilters. juliamcleodquilts.com
Modernizing The Dresden Block
Kim Jamieson-Hirst, a seasoned quilter with over two decades of expertise and the creative force behind Chatterbox Quilts, will guide you in reimagining the classic Dresden Plate block with a modern twist. Learn innovative techniques for crafting fan blades, seamlessly incorporating them into your blocks, and selecting fabrics for a contemporary flair, leaving you with fresh ideas for dynamic quilt designs. chatterboxquilts.com
Refining Improv Quilting with Effective Strategies
Laura Veenema, author of Modern Improv Quilting: Be the Boss of Your Design and founder of New Song Quilting, brings her expertise in modern improv quilting to this presentation, guiding quilters to embrace creative freedom. She will explore the benefits of improv quilting, reveal her principles for unique color combinations and balanced designs, and demonstrate these techniques with a three-color quilt to inspire and empower quilters. newsongquilting.com
From Fabric to Fame: Quilt Show Success
Leni Levenson Wiener, a distinguished figurative fabric collage artist and acclaimed author, offers an insightful workshop on navigating quilt show entries. Drawing from her extensive experience and expertise, Leni will provide practical guidance on selecting shows, photographing your work, and presenting yourself effectively, ensuring you make a memorable impact in the competitive quilt show arena. leniwiener.com
Beyond Binding: Contemporary Facing Techniques
Maria Shell, a celebrated quilter known for blending tradition with innovation, will guide you through creating contemporary edge finishes with facing. Elevate your quilt’s presentation with her expert techniques, ensuring a clean, modern look that enhances the overall aesthetic. www.mariashell.com
Precision Paper Piecing: Maximize Fabric, Minimize Waste
Nicole Moore, the creative force behind Sew Much Moore, is known for her modern, functional quilting approach. In her session, she’ll guide you through smart fabric usage and paper piecing, demonstrating how to optimize fabric collection, fussy cut fabric motifs, minimize waste, and refine your quilting skills with practical tips and live case studies. sewmuchmoore.com
Scrappy Magic: Modern Wonky Blocks
Shannon Roudhán and Jason Bowlsby, acclaimed for their innovative designs and numerous publications, will lead a vibrant workshop on scrappy wonky quilting. They will showcase techniques from their book, Scrappy Wonky Quilt Block Extravaganza, teaching how to reinvent traditional blocks with a modern, wonky twist and infusing creativity with spontaneous bursts of playful energy. shannonandjason.com
Designing with Diamonds and Triangles
Sheila Christensen, a leading expert in triangle piecing and author of two books, presents an in-depth workshop on designing with geometric shapes. Discover her method for crafting stunning blocks using 60-degree triangles, hexagons, and diamonds, and learn to transition seamlessly between machine piecing and English Paper Piecing. quiltwithsheila.com
