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LECTURES
*** All lectures can also be attended by paying at the door.
355. LECTURE—CAFFEINATED QUILTING***
Sue Heinz
$12
Live drawing with follow along with me guidance and sew-out illustrations.
Wednesday
LECTURE // 9-10 AM
Sue Heinz has brewed up a wide selection of energy-infused and organic free-motion quilting designs that provide rich textures and bold backgrounds. This draw-along-with-me lecture will leave you filled to the brim with designs that are easy to master. Come play, leave caffeinated! www.sueheinz.com
356. LECTURE—DEMYSTIFYING COLOR IN SCRAP QUILTING***
Judith Gauthier
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Trunk Show, Discussion
Wednesday
LECTURE // 11 AM-NOON
Learn how to use the color wheel to help you select fabrics from your scraps and stash. No need to buy new fabrics. Learn how to choose scraps with confidence from your current selection and use scraps you thought you would never use again. www.bungalowquilting.com
357. LECTURE—GET YOUR STASH TOGETHER—ORGANIZATION FOR QUILTERS***
Carol Wilhoit
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Samples
Wednesday
LECTURE // 1-2 PM
Don't let your fabrics, threads, notions, books, and patterns overwhelm you! Learn how to organize and store your quilting fabric, supplies, and projects so that they are readily accessible and easy to use. Transform the dreaded stash into a collection that is a delight to use! www.carolquilts.com
358. LECTURE—PREPPING YOUR QUILT FOR DOMESTIC MACHINE QUILTING***
Christa Watson
$12
LCD-PowerPoint
Wednesday
LECTURE // 3-4 PM
In this informative lecture, Christa Watson will share her secrets for domestic machine quilting success which include adequate preparation and planning. She'll teach you her game-changing, back-saving basting technique, and how to divide and conquer each task so it's not such a chore. Also learn how to become friends with your iron and understand how to choose the right thread colors for your project. Once you discover how to create rich texture with little to no marking of the quilt, you'll feel empowered to finish all those tops in your UFO pile! www.christaquilts.com
455. LECTURE—ABORIGINAL ART—TRADITIONAL TO MINNIE PWERLE***
Mary Koenig
$12
LCD-PowerPoint
Thursday
LECTURE // 9-10 AM
The art of Aboriginal Australia is the last great tradition of art to be appreciated by the world at large. It remained relatively unknown until the second half of the twentieth century. Mary Koenig's presentation will highlight the history of the discovery of Aboriginal art from 1824 to the present. She will explain how art expresses individual and group identity and the relationship between people and the land. For instance, the Great Sandy Desert painting, painted by over 60,000 artists determined Native title rights to 76,000 square kilometers of land in the Kimberly region. Although Koenig's main focus will be on painting, she will also discuss textile art and women's contributions to this field.
456. LECTURE—THE HISTORY AND MYSTERY OF BALTIMORE ALBUM QUILTS***
Jaimie Davis
$12
LCD-PowerPoint
Thursday
LECTURE // 10-11 AM
The history of Baltimore Album Quilts is a fascinating journey into an America headed for the Civil War. Discover how the industrial revolution, the struggle over slavery, and the social and moral climate of the time contributed to this beautiful art form. Through stories, Davis will explore how the demise of Baltimore Album Quilts leads us into the hearts and minds of the women who made them. Also find out how a pregnancy, a Christmas gift, and a quilt class gone horribly wrong helps to explain the mystery behind why these quilts disappeared almost overnight. It's a funny, provocative, and insightful look into some of America's most beautiful treasures. www.loopytulips.com
457. LECTURE—MIXING THE OLD WITH NEW—CREATIVE EMBROIDERY & EMBELLISHMENT***
Christen Brown
Diane Herbort
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Trunk Show, Discussion
Thursday
LECTURE // 11 AM-NOON
Be inspired by the creative ways that you can use your vintage and new stashed fabrics, laces, linens, hankies, trims, ribbons, buttons, and notions. Christen Brown and Diane Herbort will share their ideas for quilts and wallhangings, along with some fascinating historical tidbits. www.christenbrown.com & www.dianeherbort.com
458. LECTURE—HELLO, MY NAME IS CHARLOTTE....AND I AM A QUILT MAKER***
Charlotte Angotti
$12
Trunk Show
Thursday
LECTURE // NOON-1 PM
A humorous look at the life of a quilt maker and traveling quilt teacher. Stories and quilts from 40+ years of being in the quilting industry. www.charlotteangotti.com
459. LECTURE—ALL FOR THE LOVE OF VICTORIA—A HISTORY OF CRAZY QUILTING***
Judith Baker Montano
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Samples
Thursday
LECTURE // 1-2 PM
Crazy Quilts are depositories of history, as every scrap of fabric used has a story to tell. The Crazy Quilt era occurred during the reign of Queen Victoria, the one significant influence on these colorful works of art. This is an informative presentation of the history, from Victorian Crazy Quilts to Modern Crazy Quilts. www.judithbakermontano.com
460. LECTURE—DEVELOPING YOUR VISUAL VOICE***
Susie Monday
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Samples, Discussion
Thursday
LECTURE // 2-3 PM
Your voice in your work is made up of three areas of self discovery: pure form based on your perceptions and preferences, content and themes, materials and media. Together these elements add up to your voice in the work you do. The more you hone down these elements, the stronger your work becomes. It’s a process you can use throughout your life. www.susiemonday.com
461. LECTURE—EASY COLOR FOR QUILTERS***
Kathie Beltz
$12
Samples, Trunk Show
Thursday
LECTURE // 3-4 PM
Confused by the color wheel? Do you know how to use the color wheel to choose colors for your quilts? This lecture breaks down all the technical color terms into easy everyday English, so that any quilter can understand them. Then those terms are related directly to quilts during a trunk show. Once you understand the basics, you can apply them to your quilts and watch them sparkle! www.kathiebeltz.com
462. LECTURE—HOW TO MAKE A QUILTING PLAN***
Christa Watson
$12
LCD-PowerPoint
Thursday
LECTURE // 4-5 PM
Most quilters understand the concept of practicing machine quilting designs on small fabric samples, but they often have trouble applying those designs to an actual quilt. In this informative lecture, Watson will discuss the importance of making a quilting plan, so you can figure out the best pathway around the quilt with the fewest stops and starts. She'll explain how to divide and conquer each task so it doesn't feel so overwhelming. Feel empowered to quilt your own quilts once you see how easy and carefree her methods can be. www.christaquilts.com
485. LECTURE—MY TOP 20 TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL AND JOYFUL FREE-MOTION QUILTING!***
Jenny K. Lyon
$12
LCD-PowerPoint
Thursday
LECTURE // 5-6 PM
An informative and engaging discussion of useful tools, products, techniques, and tips that will enhance your free-motion quilting, some of them downright quirky! With the right set up, free-motion quilting can be so much more comfortable, successful, and fun! www.quiltskipper.com
540. LECTURE—CREATIVE SPACES***
Kimberly Einmo
$12
LCD-PowerPoint
Friday
LECTURE // 9-10 AM
Whether you have a small, shared room or the most palatial space, your sewing room should be a place where you feel happy and inspired to create! Being a military wife with twenty moves under her belt, Einmo has set up sewing studios in each of her homes and is excited to share what she's learned about making the most of the space you've got. She'll share photos of her sewing rooms, her favorite (and not-so-favorite) features of what works and what doesn't, and her best tips for setting up your own creative haven. Then, sit back, and enjoy a personal tour of today's top quilting stars' studios, both clean and cluttered, as they open the doors to their spaces and share their favorite features and tips that you can easily implement. This fun, informative, and inspiring parade-of-homes-style visit will provide a wealth of ideas and tips for transforming your own space into a place where you can be your most creative! www.kimberlyeinmo.com
550. LECTURE—CREATE! KEYS TO UNLOCKING YOUR CREATIVE POWER***
Lauretta Crites
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Trunk Show
Friday
LECTURE // 10-11 AM
Learn the AMAZING power hiding in your passion for quilting. Prepare to be transformed by this empowering look at CREATE! -ing. This presentation featuring quilts, personal stories, and information pulled from scientific research will inspire you to have more fun and look at your quilting in a whole new light. www.laurettacrites.com
551. LECTURE—SCIENCE IN ART QUILTING—THE INTERSECTION OF EXPERIMENTATION AND CREATIVITY***
Shannon Conley
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Samples
Friday
LECTURE // 11 AM-NOON
Art and science have always been intertwined, and the disciplines can build off one another in exciting and creative ways. Cell biologist Shannon Conley takes you through a tour of Art Quilts inspired by science (both hers and others). Hear how her experience as a research scientist forms her creative approach and some ideas for incorporating a spirit of research and experimentation into your quilting. www.shannonconleyartquilts.com/biological-and-natural-quilts www.shannonconleyartquilts.com
552. LECTURE—PATTERN GRADING FOR THE HOME SEWER***
Jennifer Stern Hasemann
$12
LCD-PowerPoint
Friday
LECTURE // NOON-1 PM
Do you have garment patterns in your stash that you'd love to make for yourself or a friend, but the size you need isn't included in the size range? Or maybe you have a vintage pattern that you'd like to sew, but you need to make it bigger? Join Stern Hasemann to learn an easy method for sizing a clothing pattern to fit you. Start the lecture with a discussion about pattern sizing and grading as it relates to fitting a pattern. Then learn the step-by-step instructions to grade a basic pattern up or down a size. Discuss how to use this easy method to size and fit patterns to your unique shape. Leave with the tools and confidence to grade your patterns to the perfect size for your shape! www.jsterndesigns.com
553. LECTURE—WHAT TO KNOW WHEN SHOPPING FOR A LONGARM MACHINE***
Heidi Stagno
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Discussion
Friday
LECTURE // 1-2 PM
Are you overwhelmed by the choices on the market today? Not sure where to start? Why are they so expensive? Should I get a computerized system or not? Do I have to buy the computer at the same time or can I wait to purchase in the future? What support will I need from my dealer? How often does my machine needs service? What happens if I need repair work done? Stagno will answer all of these questions and more. She has owned almost every brand of machine on the market and is a retired longarm dealer. She sold multiple brands and can offer you insider secrets to ensure you make the best purchase to fit your needs.
554. LECTURE—THE TIFAIFAI WAY***
Dierdra McElroy
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Samples
Friday
LECTURE // 2-3 PM
McElroy has become one of the most entertaining lecturers on the circuit and will share her experiences growing up in Tahiti. This island paradise has its own traditional form of quilt making which is intertwined with every aspect of its culture and history. Enrollees will be transfixed with historical details, cultural norms, and exotic photographs of nature as they are laid side by side with the Tifaifai (tee-fay-fay) design that honors its existence. www.thatperfectstitch.net
555. LECTURE—WACKY ORGANIZING***
Kim Brownell
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Samples
Friday
LECTURE // 3-4 PM
Learn all of the wonderful ways to keep things organized and at hand, both the conventional and not so much. Brownell's wacky way of looking at the world also lends itself to organizing her studio. Lots of tips, tricks, and tools for making the most of your space and time. www.thewackydoodlequilter.com
556. CANCELLED // LECTURE—THE STORY OF THE COLOR RED***
$12
Samples
Friday
LECTURE // 4-5 PM
Red is the color of extremes—love, hate, dread, adventure, passion, and anger. The search for a true red has been long and dangerous. Red is still a vital and important color in our life today.
580. LECTURE—STITCHING TO SELL—HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY PRICE YOUR QUILTS AND TEXTILE ART***
Lisa Erlandson
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Samples
Friday
LECTURE // 5-6 PM
Join Erlandson, a certified quilt appraiser for over 25 years, as she explores several different approaches for emerging quilt artists to set a fair and realistic price to sell their work. How to price, where to sell, and some tips from experienced and successful quilt artists will be included. www.lequilts.com
645. LECTURE—ALL ABOUT THE BASE***
Swan Sheridan
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Trunk Show
Saturday
LECTURE // 9-10 AM
Explore the familiar basic shapes and heirloom blocks and ask how can we use this "base" as a jumping off point for more intricate or modern design work. As we approach the simple shapes, the viewer gets an idea of how a square or a circle is all we need to start a quilt pattern. Look at the mechanics of changing blocks and the aesthetic decisions that push the design in one direction or another, as we delve into the traditional blocks many quilters see in source books or traditional piecing. www.swanamity.com
646. LECTURE—FROM PHOTO TO FABRIC—DESIGN IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND***
Lisa Thorpe
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Samples, Trunk Show
Saturday
LECTURE // 10-11 AM
Did you know your Smartphone or tablet is a fabric art tool? Learn how to take a photo on your Smartphone or tablet, manipulate it in an app, and print the image onto fabric on a home printer. See a variety of Art Quilts Thorpe created with these images as a central theme, as well as several Art Quilts using multiple photo images tiled together to create a stunning collaged quilt effect. Use an easy way to create a repeat printed fabric in four steps using your iPad. Learn the process of creating and uploading your own repeat fabric designs from photos. This lecture comes with handouts detailing apps, printer info, and fabric printing sources. See an array of beautiful fabrics Thorpe created and how she used them in her Art Quilt and clothing designs. www.lisathorpe.com
647. LECTURE—WORD SALAD, FASHIONISTAS, AND GIRLFRIENDS***
Kathryn Pellman
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Samples
Saturday
LECTURE // 11 AM-NOON
Fun, entertaining, and amusing—Pellman chronicles how quilting frames and tells the story of her real and imagined life. Fashionistas and Word Salad combine fashion and quilting to celebrate women and femininity, their lives, friendships, and romantic relationships, real and imagined. www.kathrynpellman.com
648. LECTURE—WHAT I LEARNED FROM ONE PHOTO A WEEK***
Diane Herbort
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Samples
Saturday
LECTURE // NOON-1 PM
What happens when an avid amateur photographer/fiber artist starts a blog, posting one carefully-chosen photo and text each week? 14 years & over seven hundred and fifty images later, Herbort shares her musings on art, design, observing the world around us, and how your snapshots can inspire your quilts & artwork. www.dianeherbort.com
649. LECTURE—KESTREL'S CREATIONS***
Kestrel Michaud
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Trunk Show
Saturday
LECTURE // 1-2 PM
Enjoy a deep dive into Michaud's creative history and artistic process. Start with a biographical look at her artistic life, followed by behind-the-scenes photos and videos from making multiple quilts. Travel step-by-step through her entire quilt design process, from drawing, to cutting fabric, to binding. www.kestrelmichaud.com
650. LECTURE—INTERVIEW WITH A QUILT***
Lisa Erlandson
$12
Trunk Show, Discussion
Saturday
LECTURE // 2-3 PM
Do you know a quilt that refuses to give you any information? Bring your quilt to Erlandson and watch as she coaxes information from even the most uncooperative subjects. Of course, you don't have to bring a quilt to enjoy the fun. A supportive audience is always needed to help the quilts reveal their secrets! www.lequilts.com
651. LECTURE—THE BEAUTY OF IMPERFECTION***
Jenny K. Lyon
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Trunk Show
Saturday
LECTURE // 3-4 PM
The imperfect is beautiful! Lyon will show inspiring and encouraging examples of her work as well as the work of world renowned quilters and artists that are beautiful in their IMperfection, including Best of Show winners in Houston and Paducah. She will also share her story of how she came to embrace IMperfection. Leave inspired to embrace the IMperfect. www.quiltskipper.com
652. LECTURE—QUILT THE WORLD***
Swan Sheridan
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Trunk Show
Saturday
LECTURE // 4-5 PM
Art is in all things! This lecture includes over thirty quilts and approaches the foundations of quilting as art. Discussing different representations of art and how various quilts fall into these definitions, Sheridan presents her approach with her three Cs of art (concept, color, and creativity) to show how our fiber arts have all the potential of a gallery show. www.swanamity.com
670. LECTURE—USING PAINTED TYVEK EMBELLISHMENTS IN ART QUILTS***
Lauretta Crites
$12
LCD-PowerPoint, Samples
Saturday
LECTURE // 5-6 PM
Mailing envelopes might become your favorite "fabric". Learn how the durable material, Tyvek, can be painted and manipulated to add dimensional embellishments to your Art Quilts. A technique Crites demonstrated on Quilting Arts TV is "up-cycling" at its best. This inspirational and informative presentation provides so much detail, it's nearly a workshop. www.laurettacrites.com