Class List
Classes for Thursday
4001C – Coming Up Roses
$121.00
Cindy Lohbeck
Location: Room 100A
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $80.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Collaging, resisting, dyeing and overdyeing in this all-day fabric design class. From backgrounds to the finished yardage, each student will create a unique, large-scale floral design on 100% cotton yardage, using an array of stencils, resists and dye techniques.
Dyeing Class
Kit Contents: all yardage, dye, fixatives, resists, cloves, dust mask and application tools, along with access to Cindy's huge collection of floral stencils.
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4002C – Vibrant Monarch Butterfly with Posca Markers
$127.00
Alessandra Volker
Location: Room 100B
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $20.00
Skill level: All Levels
Description: Create a vibrant monarch butterfly on fabric using Posca paint markers—no experience required. In this colorful and inspiring workshop, textile artist Alessandra Völker will guide students step-by-step through techniques for building luminous color, smooth gradients, and striking details that bring this beautiful butterfly to life. Students will explore how to layer Posca markers to achieve rich, opaque color and create seamless transitions across the butterfly wings. You will also learn how to add subtle shadows and highlights that give the artwork a beautiful sense of depth and dimension.
Through demonstrations and hands-on practice, participants will gain confidence using Posca markers while exploring expressive color combinations and bold mark-making on fabric. The class is relaxed, supportive, and perfect for beginners as well as anyone curious about working with paint markers on fabric.
In this class you will learn how to:
• Use Posca markers effectively on fabric
• Create smooth color gradients across butterfly wings
• Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension
• Build vibrant color layers for a striking butterfly design
By the end of the workshop, you will have made wonderful progress on your colorful monarch butterfly and gained techniques you can apply to many future textile or mixed-media projects.
Paint Class
Kit Contents: Unbleached cotton fabric, lineart, greyscale photocopy, color photocopy, Brushes: taklon flat # 2,4 and round brush # 0, Fabric scraps
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4003C – Patchwork Sashiko Hexies Workshop
$121.00
Diana Fitzgerald
Location: Room 101
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Learn how to transform your fabric scraps into beautiful hexies with renewed purpose. Diana’s Patchwork Sashiko Method featured in her book, “Patchwork Sashiko: Transform Your Scraps” is where tradition meets the non-traditional. The look is familiar; raw edged patchwork held together by uniform running stitches, but the method of how you’ll get there is unlike what you’ve done before. You’ll learn how to create a patchwork that appears random, but is very intentional. The slow-stitching is a unique flat-lay method that provides precision and the ability to create textiles as large as you like with ease. We will create a 7 hexagons; 3 Patchwork Sashiko hexagons and 4 single layer fabric hand-stitched hexagons. Then we’ll hand sew it all together using English Paper Piecing (EPP) to create a 7 hexie panel. You’ll want to incorporate this raw and textural look in all your projects!
Handwork Class
This Class Has No Kit.
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4004C – Artful Improv Medallion
$145.00
Cindy Grisdela
Location: Room 103
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Learn to create your own original quilts with no pattern using improvisational piecing techniques. Students will learn to let go of the “rules” and piece blocks in an intuitive, free form fashion and may wish to begin with blocks or other elements left over from previous projects. We will explore contemporary Improv log cabin style blocks, Improv Curves, and Angled Stripes, plus Insets and Curved Strips.
Use the elements you create to design an Improv Medallion quilt if you like more structure, or use your imagination to put the pieces together in your own way.
Machines Provided by: OC Sewing & Vacuum & Viking
This Class Has No Kit.
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4005C – Butterfly Feathers
$181.00
Sue Nickels
Location: Room 106
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $35.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Learn the techniques to free motion quilt beautiful feather designs. Sue has used the feather design successfully on many of her quilts. The feather is the ideal design for free motion quilting and is easier than you think. Practice the techniques used to achieve beautiful, consistent and smooth stitches. Then work on your own “Butterfly Feather” project! Sue’s original feather design is ready to use in your kit. Fall in love with Feathers!
Machines Provided by Mel's Sewing & Fabric Center & BERNINA of America
This class is a Sit Down Longarm Machine. There will be 1 student per machine.
Kit Contents: pre-printed top, two practice squares, batting, backing, binding and thread.
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4006C – Moravian Star - EPP in 3-D
$121.00
Jennifer Strauser
Location: Room 107A
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $30.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Get ready to take your English Paper Piecing to the next dimension. We will use simple shapes and easy stitches to make a show stopper of an ornament. This is definitely fussy and slow, but so worth it.
Handwork Class
Kit Contents: Papers, Glue stick, Needle, Thread,Thimble,Box for transportation
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4007C – On-The-Go-Folio
$121.00
Sarah Thomas
Location: Room 107BC
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $75.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Bring your sewing basics with you to this fun-filled class where you will receive a gorgeous class kit filled to the brim with fabric, zippers, foam, mesh and more to create a handy, durable, and super useful zippered folio—perfect for storing your tablet, laptop, or paperwork/patterns, and perfect to take to your sewing classes and retreats...it's the ideal on-the-go item! You will get absolutely perfect seam intersections when using a handy fusible grid while piecing...easily quilt your pieced panel using reference points and decorative stitches...and installing zippers in the simplest manner ever. Your folio will be complete with the optional addition of decorative patches and ribbons for the finished look. You'll love this pattern so much that you'll be wanting to make it again and again out of your favorite mini charm packs! Look up and follow Sarah online: sariditty.com, and follow her on IG/FB @sariditty
Machines Provided by: Mel's Sewing & Fabric Center & BERNINA of America
Kit Contents: 2 mini charm packs, foam, lining fabric, ribbon fabric, zipper tape, zipper pulls, mesh, fusible grid
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4008C – Kaleidoscope Kisses
$140.00
Lorena Uriarte
Location: Room 200A
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $35.00
Skill Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Description: Master Kaleidoscope Kisses, a scrap-friendly machine piecing class creating dazzling blocks that form circular secondary patterns. This one-day class focuses on accurate cutting, piecing, and pressing of light, medium, and dark value fabrics. We will discuss value placement and fussy cutting opportunities for fabric play. Students may also sew one block using foundation paper piecing templates.
Machines Provided by: Brother & Moore's Sewing Centers
Kit Contents: Kaleidoscope Kisses Pattern & Templates
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4009C – City Planning
$121.00
Ashelyn Downs
Location: Room 200B
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $112.00
Skill Level: Beginner
Description: Confident Beginner piecing skills are a prerequisite.
Have you ever wanted to create a modern improv quilt but were unsure of where to begin? The City Planning Quilt Pattern takes the guesswork and decision-making out of the process to get you the results of a large-scale minimal improv quilt!
In this full-day workshop, you will sew your City Planning Quilt top while receiving tips and tricks for batching the process to speed up the sewing!
Class includes digital pattern.
Machines Provided By: Moore's Sewing Center & Baby Lock
Kit Contents: Optional: Pre-cut and labeled fabrics for (1) City Planning throw quilt in one of three colorway options. Kits do not include a physical pattern.
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4010C – From Beginner...To Quilt (Intermediate Rulerwork)
$121.00
Donelle McAdams
Location: Room 200C
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $75.00
Skill Level: Intermediate
Description: From BEGINNER to QUILT is the perfect class for those wanting to learn the basics of Template Quilting (Rulerwork) and experience the Sampler Set 1 Templates by Westalee Design. Donelle will start with basic designs and build a 4 block quilt. Using the Quilt as You Go method of construction gives participants the opportunity to work successfully with smaller units and then piece them together for a larger finished project. From BEGINNER to QUILT is sure to give participants as great foundation for Template Quilting and Quilt as You Go! Class attendees must have had previous introduction to the use of rulerwork templates.
Machines Provided by: Moore's Sewing Center & Janome
Kit Contents: Supplies for completed project (Pre-cut fabric, batting, thread, 1 1/4” Sasher Tool) 1Fat Quarter Sandwich for practice, use of teacher supplied templates and notions, Links to Support Technique Videos, detailed Class Handouts Project is 25” x 25”.
All Kits are payable to the teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4013C – They Got Married
$121.00
Patty Murphy
Location: Room 202AB
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $26.95
Skill Level: Intermediate - Advanced
Description: They Got Married mixes bold florals and ombré fabrics to make a captivating Double Wedding Ring quilt. In this class we’ll explore hue, diving deep into creating a vibrant rainbow that flows seamlessly across your quilt to make an updated version of this timeless design. This class will stretch your creativity and color sense.
Students will learn to piece both convex and concave seams, join curved seams to match a four-patch, and accurately attach melons to center units using inset seams. They will also learn pressing techniques that ensure seams nest smoothly and reduce bulk in the quilt top. Finally, students will gain experience sewing an on-point quilt with curved seams, rather than traditional straight seams.
Machines Provided by: Moore's Sewing Center & Janome
Kit Contents: Zero Waste Quilting Book
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you reigster.
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4014C – Petal Power - Intro to Heat-Set Appliqué
$121.00
Grace Errea
Location: Room 203B
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $40.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: In this class you will learn a collage with templates technique totally new and amazing. You will use nothing else once you try it. It is easy, foolproof, and the results are always amazing. It produces a no-fray raw edge applique. Grace will demonstrate and you will practice on a pattern of A RED POPPY. So come learn and practice this technique with the inventor, developer, and teacher of this amazing new revolutionary applique technique. You will be working on the pattern of a Red Poppy and will create your amazing quilt.
Design Class
Kit Contents: Pattern used in Class (approx. 30”w x 20”h), Product use in the technique, Pins used in the technique, Dispensing bottle with Flip Top ideal for this technique, Value Matching Tool.
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4015C – Free Motion Quilting Using Grids
$169.00
Cynthia Gill
Location: Room 203C
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Kit Fee $20.00
Skill Level: Beginner
Description: Get hands-on experience using using grids in this fun class. Grids create a framework to help you stitch versatile designs that you can use to finish your quilts. Experiment with marking tools to find which you like best. Cynthia will share practical tips to help you build confidence and keep improving long after class ends.
Machines Provided by: Handi Quilter
This is a Stand Up Longarm class. It will be 1 student per machine.
Kit Contents: fabric and batting
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
This Class Has No Supply List.
Spaces available
4016C – Getting Started with Free Motion
$169.00
Cynthia Gill
Location: Room 203C
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $20.00
Skill Level: Beginner
Description: Are you ready to master free-motion quilting but not sure where to start? This class is for you! Join Cynthia Gill as she guides you through the basics of free-motion quilting with clear instruction and plenty of hands-on practice. You’ll learn simple, versatile designs and how to customize them to fit any quilt. Cynthia will share practical tips to help you build confidence and keep improving long after class ends.
Machines Provided by: Handi Quilter
This is a Stand Up Longarm Class. It will be 1 student per machine.
Kit Contents: fabric and batting
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
This Class Has No Supply List.
Spaces available
4017C – Paris Je TAime Essential Pro-Stitcher Tools for Custom Quilting
$202.00
Veruschka Zarate
Location: Room 204
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $69.00
Skill Level: Intermeidate
Description: Take the next step beyond edge-to-edge quilting and discover how to transform a quilt into a custom work of art using Pro-Stitcher®. In this hands-on class, students will learn the essential tools and techniques for creating beautiful custom quilting designs while working on exclusive Paris, Je T'Aime practice panels designed specifically for longarm education.
Rather than focusing on individual motifs, this workshop teaches the thought process behind custom quilting. Students will learn how to divide a quilt into manageable areas, combine multiple quilting designs, balance dense and open quilting, and create visual movement that complements the pieced design.
Throughout the day, students will gain confidence using some of the most powerful Pro-Stitcher features, including creating and editing Areas, cropping designs inside and outside boundaries, scaling, rotating, modifying patterns, using Edge-to-Edge tools creatively, and incorporating ruler work with computerized quilting. Special attention is given to planning quilting that enhances the story of the quilt while maintaining balance, flow, and efficient stitching paths.
By the end of class, students will understand how to confidently approach custom quilting projects and apply these techniques to virtually any quilt they create.
Machines Provided by: Handi Quilter
This Class is a Stand Up Pro-Stitcher Longarm Class. There will be two students per machine.
Kit Contents: One 26" x 28" Paris Je T'Aime panel for Home Practice., Duplicate Panel on the Machine during Class, A comprehensive multi-page class Handbook featuring detailed notes, screenshots, and step-by-step instructions covering the key concepts taught throughout the class with QR codes linking to video demonstrations so students can revisit techniques and review class content at their own pace., Scissors and lanyard, Writing Instrument
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4019D – Dinner Plate Dahlia
$65.00
Kyra Reps
Location: Mariott Delta Hotel
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Kit Fee $50.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Come join Kyra in creating this magnificent colorful mandala. This class is product specific to the APLIQUICK rods and the APLIQUICK one sided fusible shapes to create perfectly turned edge applique. We will not be sewing the shapes down, but I will go over finishing methods by machine and by hand.
Handwork Class
Kit Contents: All pre-cut one sided APLIQUICK shapes, all fabric
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4020D – Hollyhock Harmony
$65.00
Kyra Reps
Location: Mariott Delta Hotel
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $60.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Discover the beauty of turned edge applique with a floral twist! In this all-levels class, you will learn how to create stunning, dimensional Hollyhock blossoms ( DOTS) using the precision and ease of the APLIQUICK tools. Whether you are brand new to applique or looking to refine your technique, you will gain confidence and control as you shape smooth curves, petals, and crisp edges. Join me for a relaxing hands-on class that blends technique with creativity. We will not be sewing the shapes down, but I will be going over finishing methods by machine and by hand.
Handwork Class
Kit Contents: All pre-cut one-sided APLIQUICK shapes, fabric.
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4021D – Layered Window Portraiture
$121.00
Leo Ransom
Location: Marriott Delta Hotel
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Skill Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Description: Making a portrait in this class is a fun and rewarding experience. We use a technique similar to reverse applique, which I like to call the cut-away window method. This course goes beyond the beginner’s level, and I’ll walk you through each step of creating portraits of people, animals, or flowers. You’ll choose your subject before class starts, giving you plenty of time to prepare. There might even be a few surprise portrait lessons along the way (tips, tricks and general ideas). Come and explore something new!
Handwork Class
This Class Has No Kit.
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4023D – Modern Needle Turn Appliqué Essentials: Circles & Curves
$127.00
Barbie Mitchell
Location: Marriott Delta Hotel
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $30.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Ready to conquer curves and circles in your appliqué? This 6 hour workshop dives straight into mastering these essential shapes for modern quilts. Beginners and experienced quilters alike will gain invaluable skills in needle-turn appliqué.
First, students will unlock the secrets to achieving flawless circles, exploring preparation methods and fabric manipulation for smooth, even results in any size. Next, Barbie will move on to mastering curves, from gentle arcs to complex shapes, focusing on precise fabric placement for a professional finish. Finally, students will explore contemporary quilt designs showcasing circles and curves, providing inspiration and practical ideas for their own projects. By the end, students will have the knowledge to confidently appliqué perfect circles and various curves, understand design considerations, and be inspired to incorporate these techniques into their modern quilts.
Handwork Class
Kit Contents: Whimsy & Bloom Mini Quilt Patterns, Mylar Template Set
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4061C – Watercolor for Quilters
$67.00
Swan Sheridan
Location: Room 100B
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Kit Fee $20.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: In this class, students will learn to use Derwent’s Inktense blocks and pencils to create a dry watercolor image. Using water and fabric medium, we will then transform the dry image into a permanent watercolor. Suitable for creating backgrounds, applique cutouts, personalized fabric, or complete images, this method is simple and accessible. Swan takes the fear out of fabric painting and allows the artist in every quilter to surface with this simple technique.
Handwork Class
Kit Contents: mat, washout marker, prepared for dye batik square, brushes, fabric medium, and the use of Inktense blocks and pencils during class.
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher.They are not included when you register.
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4062C – Boro/Sashiko
$61.00
Lydia DeLeon-Rush
Location: Room 101
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Kit Fee $50.00
Skill Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Description: Come and join Lydia from Japanese Antiques & Textiles in her Boro/Sashiko class.
Handwork Class
Kit Contents: Boro Sashiko Cotton fabrics, sashiko needle, sashiko thread, Indigo fabric for backing
All Kits Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
This Class Has No Supply List.
Spaces available
4064C – Poppy Louise: Ghost Stitch Freezer Paper Appliqué
$61.00
Jennifer Wagner
Location: Room 200C
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Kit Fee $29.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Love the look of appliqué but not the stitching? Discover Jen Wagner’s signature Ghost Stitch Appliqué technique and create smooth curves—without hand stitching or top stitching.
Using the striking Poppy Louise quilt, students will learn an approachable method that combines freezer paper templates with clever construction techniques to achieve crisp, professional-looking results. Along the way, we’ll explore fabric selection, color, and contrast, and how each can dramatically transform the look of the finished quilt.
Perfect for adventurous beginners and experienced quilters alike, this workshop delivers a versatile technique you’ll want to use again and again.
Machines Provided by: Moore's Sewing Center & Janome
Kit Contents: Poppy Louise Quilt Pattern, Poppy Louise Heavy-Duty Freezer Paper Templates.
Option to add a quilt kit for $88 in the cover quilt fabrics. A second colorway for the kit is coming soon (second image)!
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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4065C – Collage Quilting a Teeny Tiny Featherweight
$61.00
Tricia Schroeter
Location: Room 201AB
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Kit Fee $55.00
Skill Level: Beginner
Description: Join us as we create the adorable Teeny Tiny Featherweight by Laura Heine using her fun and approachable collage quilting technique.
You'll learn how to select fabric, create texture and depth with color, and build your own design one fabric shape at a time. No artistic experience is needed - if you can use scissors and an iron, your can ceate a beautiful collage quilt!
This smaller project is ideal for beginners because it allows you to learn the basics without feeling overwhelmed. By the end of class, you'll have the skills and confidence to tackle larger collage projects!
In this class you will learn:
* The basics of Laura Heine's collage technique
* How to choose fabrics for color, texture, and contrast
* Tips for fussy cutting and fabric placement
* How to use fusible products for successful collage quilting
* Finishing techniques to complete your project
Whether you're a longtime quilter or brand new to quilting, you'll discover how fun and creative collage quilting can be.
Design Class
Kit Contents: Fabric only for the Collage. *Fabric in kit may vary from picture.
All Kits are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
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9401H – Beyond the Pattern: Modern Quilt Design
$30.00
Road Staff
Location: Doubletree Ballroom
One dayThursday, January 21st 2027
From 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Panelists: Ashelyn Downs, Katie Zahm, HollyAnne Knight & Veruschka Zarate
Description: Go beyond techniques and trends to explore the creative thinking behind today's modern quilts. Join four innovative quiltmakers for an engaging conversation about inspiration, color, composition, design principles, and the artistic decisions that shape their work. Whether you're a devoted modern quilter or simply looking for fresh ideas, you'll leave inspired to see quilt design in a whole new way.
This Panel takes place at the Doubletree Hotel in the Ballroom.
