2026 COMPLETE class catalog

Discover the simple secrets behind crafting stunning, seemingly intricate Seminole piecing in this engaging, hands-on class. Create four distinctive Seminole pattern bands and unlock the skills to explore many more designs. These versatile patterns can add a unique touch to row quilts, borders, and fashion, from jackets and skirts to creative accessories. Along the way, dive into the fascinating history of this remarkable technique, originally developed by the Indigenous Seminole Nation of Florida, whose creativity turned basic tools into ingenious works of art. Be inspired by tradition as you bring beautiful Seminole patterns to life! www.morningglorydesigns.com Supply list available after February 15, 2026.

Learn English Paper Piecing using machine techniques and begin to make a zippered portfolio entirely by machine. Basting fabric to papers, joining the pieces, and quilting that aligns perfectly with the piecing will all be done on the sewing machine. Also learn to easily insert a zipper to finish your project beautifully. Learn a new technique and create a lovely bag for carrying papers and file folders in style! www.carolquilts.com

Bargello construction is an easy technique that produces complex-looking results. Create the illusion of curves, motion, and depth with strip-piecing and straight seams. Limited to 15 students. www.quiltersclinic.com

Design and paint your own beautiful barn quilt on a wooden board using high quality Dixie Belle Paint. Whether you want a classic farmhouse look or a bold modern design, Amy and Maureen will guide you to create a stunning piece you will be proud to display. Perfect for beginners and experienced alike. www.aerielanestl.com

Make easy, very colorful flowers with a little wool roving, soap, and water. Phyllis will demonstrate every step for a few different styles. Then add the flower centers using some easy and fast bead weaving that looks like you spent hours. Use this technique later to make earrings or pendants. Two fun techniques in one class with so many possibilities! www.phylliscullenartstudio.com

This is a leafy gala of fabric, color, free-cutting, improvisation, and free-motion stitching. Great first experience for those new to free-motion machine quilting! Fun, fun, fun, and most everyone finishes their little quilt (a small version of pictured). Limited to 15 students. www.karenkstonequilts.com

Want to make a traincase, but don't know where to start? Join Jessica to make this cool faux traincase. Why faux? The unique design and construction of this bag make it an easier, more simplified version of a traditional traincase that opens all the way and can be a little challenging to create. But not this one! Perfect for sewing supplies, makeup, or anything you want to keep organized in this cute case. www.sewmanycreationsny.com

Full Title—QAD I Got It Pieced, Now What? Tired of hearing the dreaded phrase "quilt as desired"? Do you feel like it's a cop-out when you're staring at your beautiful quilt top, unsure of how to finish it? Join Kris for an exciting, hands-on journey where she will take the guesswork out of choosing the perfect quilting design for your project. Kris will guide you through the process of finding fresh inspiration, selecting the right quilting design for your quilt top, and exploring ways to bring your vision to life. She will talk about everything from quilting density to thread choices, and how to plan out your quilting with as little marking as possible, saving you time and stress. Bring your "trouble" tops and let's dive into real-life examples. Kris will help you tackle them one by one, as time allows, offering tips and tricks to make your quilting shine! www.quilterontherun.com

Sew a garment that blends structure, creativity, and comfort with an entertaining twist. Make a stylish, unlined jacket-style dress with a front button or snap closure, collar, yoke, and sleeves cut in one piece for a sleek, modern look. The body of the coat/dress will be made using a woven fabric (think denim, quilted cloth, whole cloth, or even a vintage quilt). The contrast sections (sleeves, pockets, and collar facing) will be made with stretch fabrics like ponte, double knit, or jersey. This combination gives the structure where you need it and comfort where you want it, creating a beautiful, unique, wearable art piece that truly feels handmade and personal. Sandra will walk you through every step with ease and encouragement from choosing your fabrics to cutting the woven and stretch pieces, sewing the details, inserting the pockets, and installing those clean button plackets. Finish the day feeling confident and inspired. If you can sew a straight line and you're comfortable with your machine, you're ready for this class! www.sandraleedesign.com

Use scraps of your liveliest prints in three values of one color, or of all the colors you want to combine to create your own tropical flower. We'll chop up our fabrics, divide them into values, and fill in the value marked pattern sections with corresponding value pieces of fabric. Add a bit of tulle, and some simple quilting and you will have created your unique masterpiece. ​​If you prefer to finish your piece without sewing, that's okay too. No-sew finishing options are also taught. The results are wild, whimsical, and totally believable! Instruction on the use of Adobe^® Photoshop^® Elements to create a pattern is included in the course.​ No drawing skill needed, but expect to learn about values, contrast, how to quilt your flower after class (full drawing provided), and a new way of looking at fabric. Two patterns are provided, one to make in class and one at home. www.phylliscullenartstudio.com

In this full-day Contemporary Oshi-e Crazy Heart class, learn everything you need to create a finished 8 inch x 10 inch frameable art piece. Your Crazy Heart design will be unique to you. The techniques and skills you gain will grow during class, following the four-step process. Contemporary Oshi-e is fun, and the results will amaze you! www.cloudhavenstudio.com

At first glance this wallhanging looks of Hawaiian origin, but uses patterns (you can design your own or use Kathy's) based on Baltimore Album quilt style papercuts or "scherensnitte" from the 1850's. Kathy will teach you the absolute easiest prepared-edge technique with appliqué foundation product left in (used for hand or machine alike). Then, she will help you get the fabulous machine appliqué results you desire. Learn the technique with a provided sample and then fly! www.kathyduniganappliqueacademy.com

Discover a fresh twist on a timeless favorite with Curvy Log Cabin blocks. Unlike traditional Log Cabins with uniform strips, these blocks feature slimmer logs on two sides, creating a graceful curved effect where light and dark fabrics meet. In this inspiring class, explore playful design possibilities perfect for a 42 inch x 42 inch striking wallhanging or let your creativity grow it into a full-size quilt. Be challenged and very intentional in use of colors using this technique. Ideal for beginners ready to try something new and for seasoned sewists seeking a fun challenge. Consider using Jelly Roll and Honey Bun pre-cut fabric sets. Beverly invites you to create, learn, and open the door to a beautifully curvy world of quilting innovation! Limited to 14 students.  www.bquiltin.com

If every straight line is identical, every free curve might be considered unique. What curves do you naturally cut? Let's explore the range, depth, and complexity of curves. Learn to direct-piece them beautifully so your work will press perfectly flat. Karen will also discuss ways to preserve design wall proportions in your patchwork. Limited to 15 students. www.karenkstonequilts.com

Choose a fun mix of fabrics and work with this play on the Card Trick pattern. Taking the fear out of curved seams is the first step. Become so much more comfortable sewing curves after only a couple of seams. A thorough demonstration will be shown for sewing a curved seam as well as individual help as needed. Fabric is provided for practicing. Construction of the block and designing with the block will be the emphasis of the class. You can learn to love your curves!  www.stripsandcurves.com

In this basics class, learn the skill of table knitting to create your own soft knit blanket. Amy and Maureen will guide you step-by-step through the project. This class is relaxed and fun, doable even if you have never knitted a stitch. Choose from six colors ahead of time for your kitted project. Make a blanket you can be proud of! www.aerielanestl.com Supply list available after February 15, 2026.

If you have ever admitted that you aren't good with color, this is the workshop for you. In this hands-on workshop, learn color theory for artists and quilters, focusing on color vocabulary, color schemes, and building color confidence in your project color selections. Begin with the colors you love and build color palettes that make your projects stand out in complexity and vibrance. www.morningglorydesigns.com   Supply list available after February 15, 2026.

Led by expert fashion designer, Joe Vecchiarelli, learn to draft three pant styles—skinny leg, straight leg, and palazzo. Each student will be measured precisely to create a custom pair of pants. Learn how to transpose the measurements onto muslin, which will be drafted according to your own size in the style you choose. Practice draping with muslin in class. Body forms will be provided or you may bring your own. Take home a finished muslin pants pattern designed specifically for you. No sewing will be done in class. www.frencheuropeaninc.com

Already mastered the basics and ready to take your chunky knit skills to the next level? Our advanced blanket class is designed for makers who want to elevate their technique, explore new patterns, and create a show-stopping blanket with added texture and details. Learn advanced looping, braiding, and pattern variations to add style and dimension to your blankets. Step-by-step instruction provided, as well as printed instructions to take home. Leave with a stunning advanced level blanket and the skills to create even more textured, elevated pieces on your own! www.aerielanestl.com

Learn the art of draping a front and back bodice with expert fashion fitter, Joe Vecchiarelli. This immersive course will teach skills for fabric draping and patternmaking with the use of a dress form. Joe will demonstrate basic and intermediate techniques through a variety of flattering drapes from a cowl and cascading top to a plunging neckline. Practice draping with muslin on a body form, provided in class, or bring your own for a custom fit. Seamlessly translate the draped muslin into a refined pattern while learning dart manipulation to create different designs including a sophisticated princess pleat bodice. www.frencheuropeaninc.com

Many quilters struggle to cut fabric accurately. Learn how to approach rotary cutting so that you safely cut the accurate pieces that make precision piecing possible. Tool options, basic rotary cutter math, how to cut fabric efficiently, and how to approach cutting scraps will be taught. You will accurately cut fabric into various shapes and sizes that are frequently used in quiltmaking. Carol will also include several ways to fussy cut so that portions of the fabric design are placed right where you want them. www.carolquilts.com

Many crafters struggle with paper templates when following patterns, as they can be difficult to work with, challenging to cut accurately, and often lead to frustration. These issues make some people hesitant to use paper templates in their projects. Imagine if paper templates could be made rotary cuttable and offer precise accuracy. This class introduces three remarkable techniques for working with paper templates, designed to completely change your perspective about their use. Through hands-on instruction, master methods that simplify the process, enhance precision, and improve your experience with templates. Students will practice these techniques in class, creating sample pieces to take home. These samples will serve as references, empowering you to confidently apply your new skills to future projects. www.morningglorydesigns.com   Supply list available after February 15, 2026.

Scrappy Appliqué offers a delightful, quick, and engaging approach to raw-edge appliqué, suitable for both novice and seasoned quilters alike. Dive into this innovative technique, renowned for its accessibility and boundless creative potential. Led by Deb, an experienced quilter and Certified Scrappy Appliqué Teacher, this workshop promises to inspire and empower students to bring their chosen patterns to vibrant life. Choose your pattern from a wide variety of options. Deb will walk you through the entire process. Join her for a day of creativity, camaraderie, and most of all FUN! http://www.debatchison.com/quilting.html

Full title—Quilting Our Roots Through Curves & Color. Sew a modern take on a curve pattern with a lot of history. Learn how to piece curves with confidence, play with bold color placement, and use fabric to tell a story, all while making a quilt design that feels like it's moving. Each Key Block is like a chapter that links history, harmony, and personal expression. Topics covered include how to confidently cut and label all quilt pieces using the provided templates, master curved piecing and pressing for smooth, accurate seams, and assemble the block. Experiment with color, layout, and scale to make your quilt unique. Express your creativity using repurposed or new fabrics that tell your story. Multiple finishing options such as binding, facing, or hanging sleeves will be explored. www.sandraleedesign.com

Let Kathy help you design a unique wreath, basket, or bouquet full of vibrant peonies, ultrasuede berries, ferns, and sweet buds that are just waiting to bloom with wired silk ribbons and beads. Embellish to your heart's content and use Kathy’s "no fail" prepared-edge technique, using a product that is left inside for amazing results! Beginners are welcome. www.kathyduniganappliqueacademy.com

Create a striking 10 point star block, measuring 18 inches, that serves as an artistic representation of one of the platonic solids, the icosahedron. Through this block, delve into the captivating world of Sacred Geometry using simple triangular shapes and color combinations to bring to life the unique principles that define the icosahedron. Pattern and paper piecing foundations included. Limited to 14 students. www.morningglorydesigns.com Supply list available after February 15, 2026.

Create a modern Granny Square V-neck sweater using timeless techniques and trendy styling. The class is for advanced beginner/intermediate level crocheters who desire to learn how to make trendy, fashionable handmade wardrobe pieces. www.lovepetalscrochet.com

Got flower ideas floating around in your brain? Explore some while honing your improv piecing skills, using the design wall to its best advantage, and tossing in a touch of improv appliqué. Limited to 15 students. www.karenkstonequilts.com

These simple pinwheels can be any combination of color you can think of and any size you want! Check out the supply list where there are several different looks you can achieve with the same layout and different fabric placements. Taking the fear out of curved seams is the first step. Become so much more comfortable sewing curves after only a couple of seams. A thorough demonstration will be shown for sewing a curved seam as well as individual help as needed. Fabric is provided for practicing. Construction of the block and designing with the block will be the emphasis of the class. You can learn to love your curves!  www.stripsandcurves.com

Using Phyllis's easy to trace pattern, make a raw-edge, fusible appliqué piece that not only looks like real stained glass, but requires no fussy edge treatments, no bias tape, no fussy quilting, and is quick, easy, and fun! Learn to draw out the quilting lines in class. Quilting will be done later at home. www.phylliscullenartstudio.com

While making the Peek-A-Boo Beauty Bag by More Me Know, learn bulk reduction techniques as well as zipper installation. A printed pattern will be provided and all materials will be precut. Bring only a basic sewing kit. Suited for a Confident Beginner and up. www.moremeknow.com

In this technique class, learn several knitting basics to help you with all your knitting projects. Topics covered include knitting a gauge and cast on, ribbing, increasing, decreasing, and binding techniques. All samples will be stored in sheet protectors, with the patterns, to create a knitting techniques workbook to be used for years to come. www.pamdamour.com

Discover the joy of Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) in this confident-beginner class, featuring a colorful, timeless five-point star. Using an original pattern inspired by Carol Doak's teaching, Beverly will share helpful tips and guide you step-by-step through the process. Create a twirling star made from four dynamic units that appear to dance across a dark, starry background. Students are encouraged to add free-motion line stitching and will learn how to finish their project with batting, backing, and simple binding. Leave class with new confidence and a beautiful star ready to shine. Limited to 14 students. www.bquiltin.com

A fabric stash contains an infinite number of potential quilts. While quilters love to collect beautiful fabrics, many of us are unsure how to thoughtfully combine stash and scrap fabrics to make quilts that look better because they include a wide variety of fabrics. Carol addresses several key design principles that make multi-fabric quilts work. Groups of similar quilts will be shown to illustrate the impact that one design change can make. Examples of color combinations are provided to give ideas for selecting and using fabrics from your stash to make quilts that you will love. www.carolquilts.com

Learn all of the wonderful ways Kim keeps things organized and at hand, both the conventional and not so much. Kim's wacky way of looking at the world also lends itself to organizing her studio. Hear about lots of tips, tricks, and tools for making the most of your space and time. www.thewackydoodlequilter.com

Welcome to the world of Contemporary Oshi-e, (pronounced oh-she-a)! Wendy Christine Duke has carved out a niche for herself in the art/craft world, adopting the ancient art of oshi-e and making it fun and accessible to all. Her new book Contemporary Oshi-e, An Introduction, self-published, 2025, will be featured (and available for purchase) as she covers the history of oshi-e and stories of her 5-decade journey to make it her own. A display of her art and some demos are also included. www.cloudhavenstudio.com

You've probably seen cork fabric at more and more shows, shops, and online. What is it? Where does it come from? How easy is it to work with? Jessica will answer all that and more. She has been working with cork for over 10 years and has loved it since the day she discovered it! Bring your questions and be ready for a fun and informative adventure into cork including some examples of what not to buy. Lots of samples will be shown. www.sewmanycreationsny.com

Some quilters find that their fabric stash, scraps, quilting tools, and books are a burden, as they don't have a good approach for organization and storage of these precious resources. Knowing how to approach the task of organizing quilting supplies makes it easy to transform the dreaded stash into a collection that is a delight to use. This lecture provides many practical ideas for making your fabric, tools, thread, books, and magazines readily accessible. Topics include how to fold and store fabric so that it's easy to view and locate, labeling, using your computer as a tool, and many ideas for actually using your stash. www.carolquilts.com

While you may have started sewing garments as a hobby, repeating rookie mistakes ruins all the fun. Spend one hour with expert garment designer, Joe Vecchiarelli, who will have you stitching like the pros after this new information-packed lecture. Learn innovative techniques and special tricks to build your garment sewing skills. Have you ever inserted a sleeve backward or matched the wrong sides together? Avoid common mistakes by following Joe's system so you'll never make mistakes like this again! Joe will share professional fitting secrets too, like the importance of darts and dart placement. Plus, learn how to make dart adjustments. www.frencheuropeaninc.com

This lecture is filled with portraits, people and animals. Phyllis will talk about her how tos and techniques, including lots of styles, descriptions, and many answers to your questions! www.phylliscullenartstudio.com

Learn to make Toe-Up Socks starting from the tip of the toes, offering a customizable fit. You can try them on as you go, eliminating the need for grafting and allowing for unique, "no holes" heel construction, resulting in a snug comfortable sock. Techniques covered are casting on, increasing, decreasing, magic loop, reverse knitting, ribbing, and binding off. www.pamdamour.com

This hands-on class is designed for youth and adult beginners who want to learn the fundamentals of sewing in a comfortable, welcoming setting. Without using a formal pattern, students will focus on essential skills including sewing machine basics, fabric handling, straight-line stitching, seam allowances, pressing techniques, and beginner troubleshooting. Emphasis is placed on building confidence, understanding the "why" behind good habits, and developing skills that carry over into quilting, garments, and creative projects. Students will practice key techniques and leave with a stronger foundation, practical knowledge, and the confidence to keep stitching at home. This class is open to ages 9 and above. Students 9-12 are required to have an adult chaperone for the duration of the class. Ages 13-17 may bring an optional chaperone. Chaperones are not required to enroll in the class and will not be a participant. www.craftymidwesternmommy.com

Let's make a Daisy Handbag. This stylish mid-sized bag is perfect for everyday. The outside & inside are filled with pockets. Learn all about sewing curves, installing zippers, adding accents, and so much more. Watch yourself transform into a top notch bagmaker with Jessica's help! Limited to 15 students. www.sewmanycreationsny.com

Quilt your own quilts! Begin with walking foot quilting and move on to free-motion quilting so you can try both. Learn to prepare your quilt and set up your machine. Find out how easy it is to quilt with the walking foot as you make samples of straight and curved lines and learn to quilt perfectly straight short lines. Also quilt a circular spiral. Then drop the feed dogs and have the freedom to quilt in all directions with free-motion quilting. Try several techniques as you stitch freehand motifs and quilt on marked lines. www.carolquilts.com

Awaken your inner quilter with the Legit Kits Cardinal Mini. Are you ready to master the magic of Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP)? If you can sew a straight line, you can conquer this beautiful 4-block mini quilt. This beginner-friendly class is your ticket to FPP success. Certified Instructor Deb will be your guide, sharing insider tips to organize your kit and piece your blocks with precision. Then assemble them into a spectacular 15 inch x 20 inch finished quilt top. Leave with a breathtaking work of art and the skills to tackle any FPP pattern. Limited to 15 students. http://www.debatchison.com/quilting.html

This creative class is done using paint and fabric to make a wonderful mosaic piece. First the wood piece is painted using one of several different patterns and then the fabric is added. The finished project can be displayed indoors or outdoors, depending on the varnish used. This is a fun spin on the popular barn quilt idea. www.thewackydoodlequilter.com

Full title—Quilted Statement Coat Reimagined. Learn how to make a beautiful coat that drapes. The soft waterfall shape will inspire the coat, making it warm and stylish, with movement, flow, and a touch of drama in all the right places. Sandra will discuss each step of the process, including cutting and shaping the cascading front, cleaning, adding sleeves, hemming, and expert pressing techniques. Use a pattern and methods that are simple for beginners to understand. Students will learn how to sew with soft fabrics such as wool, bouclé, fleece, a quilter's quilt, quilted denim, and old blankets. Also learn how to make fit changes to make the coat your own. www.sandraleedesign.com

Use bits and pieces of printed fabrics to "paint" a land and seascape! Besides learning the best rules of landscape composition and the use of many novelty materials, there will also be instruction on how to create a pattern. Add a bit of tulle, and some simple quilting (at home) and you will have created your unique masterpiece. ​​If you prefer to finish your piece without sewing, that's okay too. No-sew finishing options are also taught. No drawing skill needed, but expect to learn about values, contrast, perspective, the rules of composition, and a new way of looking at fabric. They'll have to look close to determine if it's fabric or an oil painting! www.phylliscullenartstudio.com

In just six hours create a lovely Luna Moth in Contemporary Oshi-e. Following the 4-step process, learn all the techniques and skills you need to walk out confident and inspired. There is NO sewing, just gluing, in this new-to-you art/craft. What fun to watch as everyone around you comes up with their own unique creations. This hands-on, learn-as-you-go approach is fun and inspiring. Come play with us! www.cloudhavenstudio.com

Kathy will cover techniques for prepared appliqué and embellishments on this 22 inch block or wallhanging. Your required kit is full of delightful items to make your heart sing! Whether brand new to appliqué or looking for a grand project, go away at days end with excellent skills. Come celebrate flowers and friendship with Kathy. www.kathyduniganappliqueacademy.com

Learn/relearn the basics of crochet, including holding yarn and stitches (slip stitch, chain stitch, double crochet). Then begin to make three neck scarves using three patterns (shell stitch, open windowpane, double crochet with spacing). Also learn to read and follow crochet diagram/chart patterns. Leave class with new skills and the beginnings of three lovely scarves.

These lovely Orange Peel pieces can be stripes as pictured or any fabric you fancy. They are made from a Drunkard's Path block that we make and cut, and then make and cut again. Taking the fear out of curved seams is the first step. Become so much more comfortable sewing curves after only a couple of seams. A thorough demonstration will be shown for sewing a curved seam as well as individual help as needed. Fabric is provided for practicing. Construction of the block and designing with the block will be the emphasis of the class. You can learn to love your curves!  www.stripsandcurves.com

Fair Isle knitting is a traditional Scottish stranded knitting technique from the Shetland Islands, known for its intricate, colorful geometric patterns created by using two or more colors in the same row. Learn Pam's signature techniques which include Fair Isle with "No-Floaters", knitting in both directions, and steeking. www.pamdamour.com

Ready to dip your toes into sock knitting? Learn the skills necessary to knit socks from start to finish in one session. We will use a basic baby sock pattern that is a mini version of an adult sock. This class will focus on casting on using the German Twisted Cast On, cuff down in magic loop method for a seamless construction. Students will learn about sock anatomy, measuring for better fit, short row shaping, picking up stitches, and grafting. www.stitchingcoach.com

There is a lot of intersection between mental health and making, especially in crafts like quilting, knitting, crochet, and other hand crafts. Using your hands to make things can be a form of meditation and a way to encourage creativity. Making things with others builds community and belonging. Melissa also discusses potential struggles related to mental health and making, including ways to combat negative thinking. Making is more than just the finished object. It is a connection to both ourselves and others. www.loopsofgray.com

Harriet Powers used her quilts as a vibrant language, stitching together the stories of her daily life and her deep spiritual beliefs. Her two most celebrated quilts weave scenes from the Bible alongside the true details that were life experiences in her community, transforming her bits of fabric into poetry in motion. Cultural quilts like hers carry a rich legacy, created not only for warmth or utility, but as expressions of identity, artistry, and communal memory. Be inspired by Powers' visionary quilts. Honor traditions while discovering new ways to let our personal stories unfold and shine through the cloth and thread. A handy pouch pattern symbolic in reimagining the construction of her quilt blocks will be available for purchase. www.bquiltin.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 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. www.loopytulips.com

As she celebrates 40 years of quilt making, Karen shares her favorite works and their stories. Her path from innovative traditional quilt maker to a contemporary, more abstract artist will be presented. www.karenkstonequilts.com

Discover the secrets of the fashion industry with this lecture on specialty notions used daily by professionals. Watch Joe demonstrate a variety of tools designed to help you work with precision and more efficiently. This is not just a lecture about seam rippers. Joe will go beyond the basics, exploring essential fashion rulers, marking tools, and products like sewer's aid and magic thread. Everyone will receive one of these fabulous notions that will make you wonder how you ever sewed without it. www.frencheuropeaninc.com

Edrica Huws was a mid-century British artist who "painted" luminous townscapes and interiors entirely in fabric scraps. Long before art quilting was an accepted art form, she transformed everyday life (a cat on her ironing board, a cluttered table, tiny city streets) into extraordinary fabric collages. With limited resources during wartime and a late start after raising five children, she still created 187 remarkable works that influenced fabric artists like the late Freddy Moran and were exhibited internationally. This lecture reveals new research, rare images, and family insights, demonstrating Huws' ability to find inspiration everywhere and proving that anyone can create captivating art by paying attention to what's right in front of you. www.thedatabasediva.com

Curious about the new technique of ruler quilting? Patricia will answer the what/why/how questions regarding ruler quilting. Whether you have a home machine or a long-arm, get the facts about machine quilting with rulers/templates. Learn why there are different thicknesses, how to get points or small designs, and most important, four techniques to create stunning designs using rulers/templates. www.quiltersrule.com

If you ever wanted to step into the world of hand quilting, but found it too intimidating, then this is for you. In this technique workbook class, you will learn a variety of hand techniques, to include running stitch, backstitch, Crazy Quilt stitches, hiding your knots, what fabrics and batting to choose, mitered bindings, and more! www.pamdamour.com

Learn to paint beautiful illuminated letters during this creative hands-on workshop. Using Tsukineko Inks and Fabrico Markers, students will explore painting techniques that will add stunning detail and sparkle to their projects. In addition, Jaimie will share a stress-free method for creating harmonious and balanced color palettes. No prior painting experience is required; just a desire to color, create, and play. Each student will choose one letter to paint in class. Additional letters available for purchase. Letters must be pre-ordered. See supply list for more information. www.loopytulips.com

At its most basic level, there are two stitches every knitter must learn, knit and purl. Beyond that there are other techniques, such as colorwork, that can take your knitting to the next level. Learn the three knitting colorwork techniques known as Intarsia, Mosaic, and Stranded in this 4-hour workshop. Dawn will cover holding multiple yarns at a time, managing yarn floats, and reading charts. This is a beginner-friendly class that only requires one to know how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. www.stitchingcoach.com

Join Jaimie for an engaging workshop focused on painting a beautiful dragonfly on fabric. Throughout the workshop students will explore color mixing, brushwork, and fabric preparation, ensuring that each participant feels confident in their skills. All materials will be provided, including fabric, paints, and brushes. No prior experience is necessary and all skill levels are welcome. www.loopytulips.com

Full title—Big-Stitch Hand Quilting—Boro and Beyond. Don't let the tiny stitches of traditional hand quilting scare you from finishing your quilt tops. Try this modern method for adding texture and interest to finish your projects! Borrowing skills from Japanese Boro stitching, Kawandi-style quilts, and Kantha cloth, create modern masterpieces. After practicing on a small sample, start work on a small student-provided quilt sandwich. Select an orphan block for your quilt sandwich that can become a potholder, a small table runner in progress, or a more ambitious small quilt top. Using perle cotton or Sashiko thread and a large needle (think longer Sashiko needles), add design and texture to your quilt for a folksy finish.

Take the next step up from Log Cabin blocks. Build easy blocks that create a complex double frame illusion. Start with a square block and add strips, building outward alternating complete frames with partial frames to achieve a block that has dimension. Limited to 15 students. www.quiltersclinic.com

Do you have a stack of orphan blocks or scraps that didn't fit anywhere in your projects? Let's design a small wallhanging using your orphan blocks. Add 3D embellishments to enhance your art quilt. Kim will show you different finishing techniques and ways to hang your finished project on the wall. Let's give those orphans a home! Limited to 15 students. www.thewackydoodlequilter.com

This skills class will teach prepared-edge appliqué with foundation paper left in from square one to excellent results in three hours! Block will be sewn to learn machine appliqué, but technique is used for hand stitching as well. Kathy will have absolutely everything needed in the required kits minus a fat quarter background of your choice and sharp, cut-to-the-point small scissors. Students will learn the machine work on a small, prepared project. Work at your own pace. www.kathyduniganappliqueacademy.com

Jodi, a Sew Kind of Wonderful Certified Teacher, will guide you through making the Posh Sunflower from Sew Kind of Wonderful. This is a very forgiving method of working with curves. www.muddyhorse.com Supply list available after February 15, 2026.

Create a personalized "Grandma" or "Mom" embroidered shirt that's as meaningful as it is beautiful! Learn essential embroidery stitches while stitching a charming garden of flowers across a soft Bella + Canvas tee. Choose your title, Grandma, Nana, Gigi, or another name, and add a special "Established" date for a sentimental touch. Using stick-and-stitch patterns, curated floss colors, and beginner-friendly techniques, leave class with a nearly finished wearable keepsake. Whether you're crafting it for yourself or as a heartfelt gift, this project is a joyful way to celebrate the people who call you Grandma. www.threadsandmore.com

Full title—Knit a Mini Sweater Ornament with Dawn, The Stitching Coach. Learn to knit a mini sweater that looks like an Icelandic lopapeysa. In this stash busting class, conquer colorwork and picking up stitches with the help of Dawn, The Stitching Coach. Your tiny sweater makes a great keychain, ornament, gift tag, or make 26 for an advent calendar. Students should know how to cast on, knit in the round, and bind off before taking this class. www.stitchingcoach.com

This small but mighty wallet has room for everything —credit cards, ID, cash, and change. It's the perfect size for your purse or pocket! Credit cards are kept secure with a snap and the (optional) swivel hook is great for hooking to your bag or lanyard. www.sewmanycreationsny.com

Carol is constantly looking for, testing and adapting tips, techniques and tools to identify those that make the quiltmaking process easier while giving great results for her and for students. In this lecture, she will discuss and demonstrate the most helpful things she has learned about color, value, selecting fabrics, cutting, fussy cutting, piecing, pressing, quilting, binding, fusible products, making scrap quilts, attitude, affordability, and more. Participants will have the opportunity to learn the best ideas she has found and will receive a printed photo-filled book that summarizes the presented information. www.carolquilts.com

Do you have a favorite photo that you'd love to turn into a treasured quilt? If so, join Deb, a Portrait Quilting Certified Teacher to learn how to do just this. She will share examples and walk you through the process in this lecture designed to get you started creating your own Portrait Quilt of someone you love dearly. http://www.debatchison.com/quilting.html

If you are a bagmaker (or want to be) and looking for a way to step up your game, piping is the answer! Join Jessica for a fun demo on working with piping. Learn how just a few simple tips and tricks can make adding piping a breeze. These skills can also be adapted for your next quilt project. www.sewmanycreationsny.com