All programs are one hour in duration, and have been updated as of January 2008 with the addition of new slides and accompanying script.
With the publication of my first Scrap Bonanza book, I became fascinated with what one could do with the tiny scraps that were cut away and thrown out in the construction process of quiltmaking. Making inventive used of these cutaways has become a trademark of my scrap quilts. Truly nothing goes to waste as these diminuative 1 inch x 1 inch pieced squares transform into dozens of patchwork possibilities. Gathered together for the first time, dozens of quilts will show just how you can transform tiny bits of cloth that would have otherwise been discarded. It will change the way you think about how you quilt.
New in 2008
Format: Trunk show of quilts from my personal collection.
Enjoy this collection of slides of some of my favorite quilts, including gorgeous red and green appliques, wonderfully intricate star quilts, scrap quilts, clothing, and quilts with a touch of humor.
Revised 2008
Format: Use of carousel slide projector, as well as trunk show of quilts.
Perhaps nothing is more intriguing in quiltmaking than applique. Come explore the world of applique, from antique to contemporary, simple to stunning.
Format: Use of carousel slide projector, as well as trunk show of quilts.
This 'short program version' of Borders Made Easy takes you through quilts both live and on slides, exploring the wide range of possibilities for border treatments.
Format: Slide presentation accompanied by a 'live trunk show', examining dozens of variations on border treatments.
Quiltmaking is the legacy which has woven through the lives of people for generations. Explore the history of quilts, as well as the folklore and superstitions that accompany them.
Revised 2008
Format: Simultaneous use of two slide projectors. Quilts available for hands-on viewing.
Through this special collection of slides, quilts are placed within their time frame in history, telling the stories of the quilts and the women who made them. This is a treasure for lovers of quilt history.
Revised 2008
Format: Use of single slide projector, as well as trunk show of quilts.
A demonstration presentation of quick gifts that are sure to delight. Using some of today's wonderful fabrics, whether they be batiks or specialty prints, you will be able to whip up gifts for year-round giving. Participants will be provided with directions.
Format: Will need a sewing machine, iron and ironing board, and a table to demonstrate from.
Civil War America and the years leading up to it were vastly changing times for America. From the struggles of establishing independence as a new country, the land would be torn apart by war less than 100 years later. Women, who passed from being the property of their fathers in childhood to that of their husbands in marriage, were charged with all of the responsibilities of keeping a home, but with few of the rights the men in their lives had. When war came, many were thrust into the role of sole supporter. They journaled their lives through their daily work, quiltmaking being one of the most enduring forms of their times. The fabrics they used, as well as the patterns they made, tell the stories of their lives in ways that history books never could. Travel back as we explore Quiltmaking in Civil War America.
Format: Use of single slide projector, as well as trunk show of quilts.
What inspires quilters? How do quilts of the past influence what quilters do today? Through the use of slides as well as quilts, see how traditional patterns change according to various design interpretations.
Revised 2008
Format: Use of single slide projector, as well as trunk show of quilts.
Years of traveling to quilt shows has left me with images of quilts I will never forget. Come travel with me as we tour some spectacular shows, from schools to churches, museums to convention centers. See how different groups display their quilts and visit such special features as miniature quilts, patchwork clothing, silent auctions, and more.
Revised 2008
Format: Use of single slide projector, as well as trunk show of quilts.
Today's quilters use more than just needles and thread. Tools to make their job easier are all around them, not just at quilt stores. Think outside the box. Visit your hardware store, grocery store, office supply store, and even fishing supply store to find tools no quilter should be without. This one hour demo is packed full of information you won't want to miss.
Format: Demonstrations, followed by trunk show of quilts.
Printed handouts provide a listing of elements judges look for when evaluating quilts. Hands-on samples show problem areas to watch out for. Differences between judged and juried shows are discussed. Whether you ever plan to submit a piece for evaluation or not, topics covered in this lecture provide a valuable growth chart for measuring your own quiltmaking skills.
Format: Lecture, with hands-on samples. Questions encouraged.