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Sarah Bond comes from a family of quiltmakers stretching back to the early nineteenth century. She has been quilting since her early twenties and loves immersing herself in old quilts and quilt books, looking for new ideas. She is obsessed with shapes and colors and while her inspirations are classic and traditional, she renders her own work with a modern or contemporary flair. She loves nothing better than being in a room full of quilters because the creativity that is generated is so intoxicating. Her mission when teaching is to break quilts down to their components to demystify them so that students can master those components, bend them to their will and design their own masterpieces.
Sarah has been quilting for decades and teaching quiltmaking for almost two decades. She has taught at QuiltCon for the last three years and has also taught at Quilters’ Affair in Sisters, Oregon, Vermont Quilt Festival, Mid Atlantic Quilt Festival and Quilting by the Lake in Syracuse, New York. Sarah has no formal art training, but makes up for it with passion and an inability to stop quilting! Sarah grew up in Chicago but now lives in Philadelphia with her family and three cats. |
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Playing with Colors and Grayscale with Sarah Bond |
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Friday, October 11, 2019 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Sarah Bond Location: Edward D. Hansen Conference Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett, WA Do you love bold strong colors? In exploring what is so compelling about the play of one color against another, we find much of it is in the value. The gray solids have all of the value and so retain much of the drama of interaction associated with the bright colors. This will be a color play class where we examine the relationship between color combinations and their grayscale counterparts. Students will experiment with color groups and grays to learn the power of value in color combinations and the potential of combining grays and colors in tandem. We will do a series of exercises in solid fabric with color and grayscale palettes using 6 ½ inch sampler squares, combining basic paper piecing and strip piecing techniques. Tuition: $180 Nonmembers/$165 Members Color & Grayscale - NonmemberColor & Grayscale - Member |
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We are seeking quilts and fiber art pieces for our 14th International Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival exhibit, October 11-13, 2019! Entry is open to all national and international quilters and fiber artists. There is no restriction as to when the piece was created. Past Festivals have exhibited several hunderd pieces with work from over 120 different artists from the US and multiple countries - Canada, France, Australia, the Netherlands, Taiwan, Germany, Switzerland, Japan, and the United Kingdom, to name a few.
Entrants may choose to have their piece judged or non-judged. Judged pieces are eligible for awards (including three cash awards: $500 each, Best in Show, People's Choice - Quilt, and People's Choice - Fiber Arts) and will receive judge’s feedback with return of item following festival.
Festival Schedule for Entries (all dates 2019)
March 1: Call for Entry Opens
July 26: Entry Deadline. Completed entry applications must be received by Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum by 5PM PST.
August 7-10: Jurying
August 12-16: Entry Notifications sent out, along with shipping & return instructions for accepted entries.
September 6: Pieces accepted in ‘Judged’ Categories must be received in our office.
September 10-11: Judging
September 27: Pieces accepted in ‘Non-Judged’ Categories must be received in our office.
October 11-13: Show Dates
October 14 – November 24: 1st Place & “Best of” Entries on exhibit at the Museum.
October 16-18: Entries not on exhibit will be return shipped or available for pick-up (No onsite pick-ups on Festival closing will be available.)
November 25-27: 1st Place & “Best of” Entries will be return shipped or available for pick-up.
Entrants may choose to have their piece judged or non-judged. Judged pieces are eligible for awards (including three cash awards: $500 each, Best in Show, People's Choice - Quilt, and People's Choice - Fiber Arts) and will receive judge’s feedback with return of item following festival.
Festival Schedule for Entries (all dates 2019)
March 1: Call for Entry Opens
July 26: Entry Deadline. Completed entry applications must be received by Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum by 5PM PST.
August 7-10: Jurying
August 12-16: Entry Notifications sent out, along with shipping & return instructions for accepted entries.
September 6: Pieces accepted in ‘Judged’ Categories must be received in our office.
September 10-11: Judging
September 27: Pieces accepted in ‘Non-Judged’ Categories must be received in our office.
October 11-13: Show Dates
October 14 – November 24: 1st Place & “Best of” Entries on exhibit at the Museum.
October 16-18: Entries not on exhibit will be return shipped or available for pick-up (No onsite pick-ups on Festival closing will be available.)
November 25-27: 1st Place & “Best of” Entries will be return shipped or available for pick-up.
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Come to camp, August 5-8, 2019!
Scholarships are available! Contact Us!
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Deadline extended to Friday, August 2!
There were a number of problems with the online entry system over the weekend,
so we have extended the deadline to make sure no one misses out!
Call for Entries Closes July 26! Don't Miss It!
There were a number of problems with the online entry system over the weekend,
so we have extended the deadline to make sure no one misses out!
Call for Entries Closes July 26! Don't Miss It!
July 15, 2019 Please note: Entry Guidelines have been updated to clarify special
handling needs and transportation handling procedures.
handling needs and transportation handling procedures.
If you have already reviewed the Guidelines, click button below to go directly to the Online Entry Site.
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UPCOMING EXHIBITS
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Out of Darkness
Bent Needle Collective
July 31 - October 27, 2019
Break the Rules
Fidalgo Island Quilters Guild Challenge
July 31 - September 1, 2019
Bent Needle Collective
July 31 - October 27, 2019
Break the Rules
Fidalgo Island Quilters Guild Challenge
July 31 - September 1, 2019
MAKING PRINTS OUT OF SOLIDS—LINES, TRACKS, & MORE
Saturday & Sunday, Oct 13-14, 10am-4pm
Instructor: Maria Shell
Location: Edward D. Hansen Conference Center
Using solid colored quilters cottons, students will learn how to stitch an assortment of pieced prints including stripes, tracks, dots, and grids. While learning these new techniques students will also be given information about selecting a color palette, improvisational piecing techniques, and ideas for taking these techniques and creating original quilts.
Download class supply list here.
Saturday & Sunday, Oct 13-14, 10am-4pm
Instructor: Maria Shell
Location: Edward D. Hansen Conference Center
Using solid colored quilters cottons, students will learn how to stitch an assortment of pieced prints including stripes, tracks, dots, and grids. While learning these new techniques students will also be given information about selecting a color palette, improvisational piecing techniques, and ideas for taking these techniques and creating original quilts.
Download class supply list here.
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We are very excited to announce that we have partnered with the Whatcom Museum in Bellingham to offer several events and workshops connected to their new exhibit, "Modern Quilts: Designs of the New Century," June 1 - August 25, 2019. The show is curated by the Modern Quilt Guild (MQG) and offers the opportunity to learn the history of modern quilting from its earliest roots to its influence today within the arts community.
“This exhibition is important because it shows not only the influence of the historic tradition of quilting, but it also shows how modern quilters are breaking new ground and continue to create a new aesthetic,” said Patricia Leach, Executive Director of the Whatcom Museum. “These are not your grandmother’s quilts.” The exhibit is curated by Riane Menardi Morrison, Alissa Haight Carlton, and Heather Grant of MQG and features quilts from the United States, Canada, Australia, Norway, and Germany. In addition to the unique display of quilts, the Museum will also feature a variety of hands-on activities inside the gallery for visitors of all ages. Workshops, lectures, and other featured events will provide opportunities for Museum visitors to connect more deeply to the exhibition, and to learn about the modern twist to this ancient craft. Learn more about the exhibit at www.whatcommuseum.org/exhibition/modern-quilts/ For a complete list of events, click here. MEMBERS of the Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum can receive free entry into the “Modern Quilts” exhibition and related lectures, as well as member discounts for quilt-related workshops. These discounts will be applied by presenting their current membership card at the front admission desks at the Lightcatcher building, 250 Flora Street, and Old City Hall, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham. The Whatcom Museum members also receive the member discounts for quilt-related workshops and can receive free entry into the Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum, 703 South 2nd St, La Conner between June 1 – August 25 by showing their current membership card to the admissions desk. Look for this symbol * for related events!
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Nydia Kehnle; Tessellation 4. Courtesy of the Modern Quilt Guild
Nationally renowned modern quilter, Luke Haynes, will lead a workshop in July at the Whatcom Museum.
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Artquilttexture Lecture by Modern Quilter Luke Haynes
Sunday, July 14, 2019, 2-3pm Location: Old City Hall Rotunda, 121 Prospect Street, Bellingham Included with admission to Museum/FREE to members * |
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Join the modern quilt artist Luke Haynes as he provides an entertaining and educational tour of his art background, from architect to quilter, over the span of several years. His work is in the collection of several major collections including the Brooklyn Museum, the American Folk Art Museum, the Newark Museum, and the Headquarters of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. He will talk about his inspiration and show a lot of work to explain the context of his career as an architect-quilter. From a 50-foot Geodesic dome to a quilt with a secret image, come see quilts that will make you say: "I had no idea fabric could do that!"
Clothes to Quilt Workshop with Luke Haynes
Saturday, July 13, 10am - 5pm Instructor: Luke Haynes Location: Lightcatcher Building Studio, 250 Flora Street, Bellingham, WA Join modern quilt artist Luke Haynes for a modern abstract quilting workshop suitable for all abilities - from beginners to experts. Students are asked to bring clothing or fabrics that hold a personal meaning to the workshop to be honored in the form of a quilts (college t-shirts, old baby clothes, etc.). Haynes will lead participants in a series of fabric "deconstruction," in which students are given "permission to play" and proceed to cut the fabric into various abstract-shaped pieces. The cut fabric pieces are then gathered into "yardage" and sewn into interesting, patterned squares. All types of quilt-making processes will be covered in this full-day workshop. Tuition: $160 Nonmember/$145 Member * 
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About Luke Haynes
Luke is an artist to watch! He is up-and-coming while continuing to innovate and design new ways to create art. His work is currently in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum, the American Folk Art Museum, the Newark Museum, and the Headquarters of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation just to name a few. He shows his work across the country and internationally. Haynes' quilt, [The American Context #68] Double Elvis, is featured in Modern Quilts: Designs of the New Century, on exhibit at the Whatcom Museum's Lightcatcher building June 1 - August 25, 2019. Haynes has lived in 15 states, he is currently living in Kansas City, Mo. He studied architecture at Cooper Union in New York and considers his fabric art to be an architectural method of images creation. His works can be classified as quilts since they follow the traditional methods of construction, but they are much more. His concepts and images pull from the annals of historical painting and sculpture, but are also allowed to pull from craft and the domestic since the medium is atypical, which allows for pieces that have multi-layers of visual, as well as conceptual, intrigue. 
Student Supply List
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Enrichment Workshop: Happy Dance
Saturday, June 15 & Sunday, June 16, 2019, 9:00am-4:00pm Instructor: Peggy Gelbrich Location: Education & Conservation Annex, 112 Morris St, La Conner Happy Dance- Dating back to 1932, this quilt is known by many names, Rainbow, King Tut, Double Wedding Ring Bands, Pickle Dish and Gypsy Kisses. In making Happy Dance you’ll learn curved piecing and foundation piecing using freezer paper. With this paper-piecing technique there is no paper to tear away from the back of your block and the pattern is reusable. We will also cover how to plan and execute adding a pieced border to your quilt. Recommended skill level: Intermediate Sewing machine required for class. Please contact Museum to borrow one, if needed. Very limited supply available. Tuition: $195 Nonmember/$180 Member Kit fee: $15 payable to instructor at workshop (for pattern). Happy Dance Workshop - NonmemberHappy Dance Workshop - Member |
Happy Dance; Peggy Gelbreth
Detail, Happy Dance; Peggy Gelbreth
Peggy has been quilting and helping others learn the joy of quilt making for over 40 years. As a quilt teacher, sharing the art of quilt making is her passion. She has taught quilt making across the United States and in Canada teaching at large guild classes, quilting retreats and small private groups in her home. Her teaching style won her a nomination for Quilt Teacher of the Year sponsored by the Professional Quilter.
Peggy loves making traditional quilt patterns look new again with modern fabrics and techniques. She enjoys trying and learning different techniques in the quilt making process, always looking for an easier way to conquer those seemingly intricate patterns. Originally from Oregon, Peggy spent 22 years in Ketchikan, Alaska with her husband, Ron, raising their three children. With the children grown she and her husband have come back home to Oregon. |
Quilt Panel Discussion: Material Men Speak
Saturday, June 8, 3 – 4pm, followed by Q&A Location: Old City Hall Rotunda, 121 Prospect Street, Bellingham Included with admission to Museum/ FREE to members * While men make up only a small part of the quilting world their impact and contributions to the art of quilting have been substantial. Some, like Joe Cunningham, Kaffe Fassett, and Ricky Tims have become household names, and there are many emerging, innovative young male quiltmakers using a wide variety of fabric and non-fabric materials to create works which address political and social issues often with great humor and ingenuity. Come hear our panel of four Pacific Northwest quilters--Geoff Hamada, Scott Hansen, David Owen Hastings, and Matt Macomber—as they discuss their work, quilting backstories, and the current state of the art.
About the Moderator: Geoff Hamada Geoff Hamada has been sewing since his teen years and began quilting in the late 1980’s. In the 1990’s, he served as was Chair of Panel-making for the Seattle Chapter of the Names Project AIDS Memorial Quilt, working with a dedicated group of quilters to assist grieving families in the making of memorial panels for what has become the world’s largest community work of art. In 2008, he discovered the La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum (now the Pacific Northwest Quilt and Fiber Arts Museum) and served on its Board from 2010–2014, the last two years as Board President. In 2012 and 2018, he co-curated exhibits (MATERIAL MEN 1 & 2) for the Museum, showcasing a wide variety of quilts made by men from the US, Holland, and Japan. He regularly speaks to quilt groups about the long (and often surprising) history of men in quilting. About the Panelists: Scott Hansen, Matt Macomber, and David Owen Hastings Scott Hansen Scott Hansen is the self-proclaimed Mad Color Scientist behind the wheel at Blue Nickel Studios. He designed his first quilt in 1978. Years later, after collecting a few vintage quilts, Scott picked up the quilting bug again and has been playing with fiber and color ever since. He has had many quilt patterns published in numerous quilt magazines since 2008. He started his blog www.bluenickelstudios.com in 2006 and been self publishing patterns since 2012. Scott has recently started designing modern batiks for Banyan Batiks. His first line is called "Tie One On" which is loosely based on mid-century necktie designs. Matt Macomber Matt Macomber is an award-winning modern quilter living in Seattle. He began quilting in 2014 with a simple gray and white chevron quilt made from half-square triangles. He currently works in a range of styles from original modern designs to designs based on vintage and antique quilts. Matt's quilts have been exhibited in local and national quilt shows, quilt museums, and included in magazines. Matt is the current president of the Seattle Modern Quilt Guild. David Owen Hastings David Owen Hastings is a graphic designer, fine artist and quilter. In his artwork he creates organic abstractions inspired by nature and the elements, working primarily with monotype print and collage techniques. He has been stitching his paper-based artwork for more than 20 years now. In the past couple of years, David has become entranced by the world of quilting: both modern quilting, and art quilts. |
Geoff Hamada; Courtesy of Geoff Hamada.
Geoff Hamada Bodhichakra.jpg: Bodhichakra by Geoff Hamada, featured in the 2012 Male Call: Quilts Made by Men exhibit at the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, and subsequently published in Quilter’s Newsletter magazine and Down Under Quilts (Australia).
Scott Hansen
Matt Macomber; image: Alex Garland/CHS 2018
David Owen Hastings; Courtesy of David Owen Hastings.
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Let's Start: Quilting
Sundays, May 5 & 19, 2019, 10am - 4:00pm Instructor: Kelly Wilbur Location: Education & Conservation Annex, 112 Morris Street, La Conner My First Quilt This class is for a first-time quilter or a beginning quilter who would like to learn some skills with the tools of the trade. During class, students will rotary cut their fabrics and piece them into quilt blocks. The blocks will be used to create a quilt top and methods of finishing will be discussed. A mug rug (drink coaster) will be bound in class to teach double-fold French binding. Sewing machine required for class. Please contact Museum to borrow one, if needed. Very limited supply available. Tuition: $70 Nonmember/$60 Member 'My First Quilt' Workshop - Nonmember'My First Quilt' Workshop - Member |
Sample of quilt from 'My First Quilt' class
Kelly Wilbur received her first sewing machine for Christmas when she was 9 years old and she has enjoyed a love affair with sewing ever since. She feels fortunate that she gets to indulge her fabric addiction by working at an independent fabric shop that is filled to the brim with inspiring goods. She made lots of her own clothes for years until she discovered quilting. Now quilts take up most of her machine time but she loves handwork as well. Wool applique', embroidery, & cross stitching keeps her busy, as well.
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If you use the designs, photography, art, pattern or quilt created by another person as the source of your quilt’s design, you must obtain that individual’s written permission before displaying your piece publicly and entering it for competition. This applies whether you have copied, altered, or used only a portion of the design.
This is considered derivative work, which by definition is “something that is based on another source” and “imitative of the work of another person.” Designs are considered intellectual property and are covered under the copyright laws of the United States.
Please note that when you see the word “permission” referenced in this document, it refers to written permission. Written permission is any written document (email included) that must be specific about what permission the copyright holder has granted you. It is important to keep the release for your records, and to be able to produce it when asked. This not only protects you, but releases any liability you may have with any show or venue where you display your work.
I Used Someone’s Design as Inspiration for My Quilt.
Most quilters and many fiber artists fall under this situation. If someone else’s work is identifiable in yours, you should still ask for their permission. If it is not identifiable, it is still common courtesy to credit the artist and the work that provided the inspiration on your entry form.
I Purchased my Pattern, Book or Magazine. They sold the Patterns to be used. Doesn’t that Give me all the Permission I Require?
Purchasing the pattern, book or magazine simply gives you permission to make the quilt or fiber art piece for your own use. To show it publicly, enter it into competition, or use it for commercial purposes, you must have the pattern designers written permission.
How do I obtain the Permission I Need?
Check the inside cover pages of the book or magazine and the back of the pattern. You may find the contact information or the artist’s website information there. If the information is not printed there, contact the publisher and/or search for the artist’s website on the Internet.
Begin with a short letter or email. Tell the artist that you have made a piece from their pattern or artwork and attach a photo. Ask their permission to enter it for competition and to publish photographs with proper credit given. Depending on the situation, you may need the publisher’s permission as well.
What if the Designer Denies Permission?
Unfortunately, there is not much you can do. You can ask why. Always remember, you get farther with Honey than with Vinegar. If you still cannot get written permission from the copyright holder, you cannot enter your piece to competition without putting yourself at risk of legal action from both the copyright holder, and potentially the shows and venues you enter your piece into.
What Else do I Need to do?
Once you have received written permission, you must give proper credit to the artist or designer everywhere the piece is displayed. Please use the Design Inspiration entry field to give proper credit to the copyright holder in our entry form. Provide the artist or designer’s name, the title and publisher of the book, magazine or pattern, the website where you found the artwork or any other important information.
What if the Artwork is in the Public Domain?
Credit the artist and state that the work is in the public domain.
What if I Cannot Locate the Artist or the Artist is Deceased?
If you cannot locate the artist, or if the artist is deceased, contact the publisher, or in the case of a photograph or other artwork, contact the place or website where you found it. This could include art galleries, colleges, or museums. They may own the copyright or be able to put you in touch with the copyright owner. Please note: Even if the original artist is passed away, there is a good chance the copyright is still in effect.
Copyrights in the United States last at least 70 years after the death of the original artist.
***This copyright information is made available by Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum strictly for educational purposes. The information is to provide you general information and a general understanding of the requirements to fulfill the copyright requirements to enter your quilt or fiber art piece into the Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum’s Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival. This informative statement was originally drafted by Roads to California, Inc for use in their competition. By using this information, you understand that this should not be used as a substitute for competent legal counsel from a licensed professional attorney in your state.***
This is considered derivative work, which by definition is “something that is based on another source” and “imitative of the work of another person.” Designs are considered intellectual property and are covered under the copyright laws of the United States.
Please note that when you see the word “permission” referenced in this document, it refers to written permission. Written permission is any written document (email included) that must be specific about what permission the copyright holder has granted you. It is important to keep the release for your records, and to be able to produce it when asked. This not only protects you, but releases any liability you may have with any show or venue where you display your work.
I Used Someone’s Design as Inspiration for My Quilt.
Most quilters and many fiber artists fall under this situation. If someone else’s work is identifiable in yours, you should still ask for their permission. If it is not identifiable, it is still common courtesy to credit the artist and the work that provided the inspiration on your entry form.
I Purchased my Pattern, Book or Magazine. They sold the Patterns to be used. Doesn’t that Give me all the Permission I Require?
Purchasing the pattern, book or magazine simply gives you permission to make the quilt or fiber art piece for your own use. To show it publicly, enter it into competition, or use it for commercial purposes, you must have the pattern designers written permission.
How do I obtain the Permission I Need?
Check the inside cover pages of the book or magazine and the back of the pattern. You may find the contact information or the artist’s website information there. If the information is not printed there, contact the publisher and/or search for the artist’s website on the Internet.
Begin with a short letter or email. Tell the artist that you have made a piece from their pattern or artwork and attach a photo. Ask their permission to enter it for competition and to publish photographs with proper credit given. Depending on the situation, you may need the publisher’s permission as well.
What if the Designer Denies Permission?
Unfortunately, there is not much you can do. You can ask why. Always remember, you get farther with Honey than with Vinegar. If you still cannot get written permission from the copyright holder, you cannot enter your piece to competition without putting yourself at risk of legal action from both the copyright holder, and potentially the shows and venues you enter your piece into.
What Else do I Need to do?
Once you have received written permission, you must give proper credit to the artist or designer everywhere the piece is displayed. Please use the Design Inspiration entry field to give proper credit to the copyright holder in our entry form. Provide the artist or designer’s name, the title and publisher of the book, magazine or pattern, the website where you found the artwork or any other important information.
What if the Artwork is in the Public Domain?
Credit the artist and state that the work is in the public domain.
What if I Cannot Locate the Artist or the Artist is Deceased?
If you cannot locate the artist, or if the artist is deceased, contact the publisher, or in the case of a photograph or other artwork, contact the place or website where you found it. This could include art galleries, colleges, or museums. They may own the copyright or be able to put you in touch with the copyright owner. Please note: Even if the original artist is passed away, there is a good chance the copyright is still in effect.
Copyrights in the United States last at least 70 years after the death of the original artist.
***This copyright information is made available by Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum strictly for educational purposes. The information is to provide you general information and a general understanding of the requirements to fulfill the copyright requirements to enter your quilt or fiber art piece into the Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum’s Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival. This informative statement was originally drafted by Roads to California, Inc for use in their competition. By using this information, you understand that this should not be used as a substitute for competent legal counsel from a licensed professional attorney in your state.***
Workshops & Events by Date
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May 5 & 19, 2019 Sundays 10am - 4:00pm Let's Start: Quilting Instructor: Kelly Wilbur
June 1,8, & 15, 2019 Saturdays 10am - 12:30pm Let's Start: Knitting Instructor: Linda Peterson
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Jun 8, 2019 Saturday 3 – 4pm, followed by Q&A Panel Discussion: Material Men Speak
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July 13, 2019 Saturday 10am - 5pm Clothes to Quilt Workshop Instructor: Luke Haynes
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Let's Start: Paper Foundation Piecing
Saturday, April 13, 2019; 9:00am - 4:30pm Instructor: Jill Therriault Location: Education & Conservation Annex, 102 Morris St, La Conner Spring's Glorious Pathways In this class you will learn an easy, consistent, fool proof method for all paper foundation piecing. No more holding your paper up to the light or running short on fabric. The center star in this quilt's block consists of 3/4” diamonds that are easy to construct with this method. We will spend the day strip cutting fabric and sewing the stars blocks. The lattice and cornerstone setting is easy once your blocks are finished, but the class also discuss great ways to finish your quilt layout. Jill's classes are always fun and informative. This pattern is a reproduction of one of the quilts currently at the Museum as part of the Hartsfield Quilt Collection: Caldwell, Love & Hartsfield Family of Quilters. Suitable for beginners and experienced quilters. Tuition: $85 Nonmember/$75 Member Spring's Glorious Pathway Workshop - NonmemberSpring's Glorious Pathway Workshop - Member |
I started quilting in the Bi-Centennial quilting revival of 1976. Soon after, I was sharing my new passion with others and that began my love of teaching. I am a life long learner and have never stopped picking up new skills in the quilting industry. I have taught most of the different techniques used to create all the varieties of quilts available. I love helping other quilters to a successful outcome in their projects and one-on-one in a class setting is my favorite method.
In 2018, I partnered with Jim Tharpe, owner of The Hartsfield Quilt Collection curremtly on exhibit at the Museum, to reproduce his quilts and create patterns to sell. |
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Enrichment Workshop: Grateful Comfort
Thursday & Friday, April 11-12, 2019; 9:00am-4:30pm Instructor: Jill Therriault Location: Education & Conservation Annex, 102 Morris St, La Conner A two day workshop featuring an unusual Hexagonal Pineapple Pattern inspired by an antique quilt in The Hartsfield Collection which includes two slave era quilts. This pattern is one of them. Using easy log cabin method of construction, we will piece hexagon blocks that when joined to each other will form the traditional symbol of hospitality, the Pineapple. The alternating solid block is laid out in a unique way and sewn using the “Y” seam technique to join the rows. This is not a fast process but certainly produces a satisfyingly beautiful quilt with surprising accuracy. Recommended skill level: Intermediate Quilting Tuition: $165 Nonmember/$150 Member |
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Let’s Start: Constructing a Backpack!
Saturday, February 23, 2019, 9am to 5:30pm (with hour for lunch)
Instructor: Kristi Willard
Location: PNWQFAM Education & Conservation Annex, 102 Morris Street, La Conner WA (Three blocks north of Museum)
Noodlehead Range Backpack
A useful and fun backpack to make! It’s great for any outing where you need to be hands free. The fold-over top and closure keep things secure, while the front zippered pocket keeps essentials within easy reach. Adjustable straps make it wearable in any season.
Special features:
Fold-over top with closure
front exterior zippered pocket
adjustable straps
interior slip pocket
hang loop
Skill Level: Intermediate, or adventurous Advanced Beginner
Finished Dimensions: 15” tall (closed), 10 ½” wide x 4” deep (at base)
I suggest you purchase the pattern online (link found in Class Requirement document) and complete all cutting and fusing before class. You should be able to complete your backpack by the end of class. If you have any questions before class, please call 425-760-1778 or email kristen.m.willard@gmail.com
Saturday, February 23, 2019, 9am to 5:30pm (with hour for lunch)
Instructor: Kristi Willard
Location: PNWQFAM Education & Conservation Annex, 102 Morris Street, La Conner WA (Three blocks north of Museum)
Noodlehead Range Backpack
A useful and fun backpack to make! It’s great for any outing where you need to be hands free. The fold-over top and closure keep things secure, while the front zippered pocket keeps essentials within easy reach. Adjustable straps make it wearable in any season.
Special features:
Fold-over top with closure
front exterior zippered pocket
adjustable straps
interior slip pocket
hang loop
Skill Level: Intermediate, or adventurous Advanced Beginner
Finished Dimensions: 15” tall (closed), 10 ½” wide x 4” deep (at base)
I suggest you purchase the pattern online (link found in Class Requirement document) and complete all cutting and fusing before class. You should be able to complete your backpack by the end of class. If you have any questions before class, please call 425-760-1778 or email kristen.m.willard@gmail.com
This exhibit is part of the annual La Conner Birding Showcase, January 26 in Maple Hall, and the Skagit Valley Winter Bird Experience taking place the month of February throughout Skagit County.
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Here are the correct answers, starting at top left:
1. Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary 2. Jack Be Nimble 3. Humpty Dumpty 4. Little Bo Peel 5. Old Mother Hubbard 6. Tom, the Piper's Son 7. Little Jack Horner 8. Ride A Cock Horse 9. The Old Woman in the Shoe 10. Sing a Song of Sixpence 11. Old Woman Tossed in a Blanket 12. The Cat & The Fiddle 13. Mary Had a Little Lamb 14. Little Tom Thumb 15. Old King Cole 16. Hickory, Dickory, Dock 17. Little Miss Muffet 18. Simple Simon 19. Barber, Barber, Shave a Pig 20. Peter, Peter, Pumpkin Eater 21. Pussy in the Well 22. Cock Robin 23. Little Boy Blue 24. Three Wise Men of Gotham 25. Mother Goose |
And the one everyone got wrong? No. 24. All entries put it in as 'Three Men in a Tub." Although it was a natural guess, there was no tub, no butcher, baker, candlestick maker hats or accessories. The picture on the quilt actually represented the poem below, 'Three Wise Men of Gotham."
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RECENT VOLUNTEER PROJECT
And Down It Came!
Thank you to the volunteers who helped us last Saturday take down our old fence and spruce up the yard, in spite of a gloomy day! We are really excited that our new fence will be installed soon. We still have a few panels of the old fence available for anyone who wants a unique souvenir or a good source of some aged wood for just $30! A special "Thank You!" to Elinor Nakis, our Buildings & Ground Committee Chair, for making this whole project possible! A few other work-day notes of appreciation:
- Christianson's Nursery for the discount on some seasonal color
- Discount Fences for their donation of the labor to install our new fence!
- Skagit County Work Crew for "muscle" and hauling away our debris!
Hilde Morin was born in Caracas, Venezuela. Of Belgian descent, and currently resides in Portland, Oregon, USA. Her work is exhibited at local and international venues including SOFA (Sculptured Objects and Functional Art) Chicago and New York, Museum of the Americas-Florida, Galería Exágono-México, CIART (Centro Integral de Arte Textil) in Argentina, Museum of Contemporary Craft in Portland-Oregon, Oregon Historical Society Museum in Portland, Oregon and Visions Art Museum in San Diego, California.
Hilde has been featured in many publications and exhibitions, winning many awards along the way. She also teaches regularly at her studio and at other venues, promoting the use of free form techniques in the construction of art quilts. See examples of Hilde's work on her website at www.hildemorin.com.
Hilde has been featured in many publications and exhibitions, winning many awards along the way. She also teaches regularly at her studio and at other venues, promoting the use of free form techniques in the construction of art quilts. See examples of Hilde's work on her website at www.hildemorin.com.
Fiber Bowl: Quilt in a Bowl
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Friday & Saturday, October 12-13, 2018, 9am - 4pm, with one hour lunch break
Location: Edward D. Hansen Conference Center Create a three dimensional art piece in the shape of a bowl. Starting with heavy duck canvas, you will shape a bowl and then decorate with your own design and embellishments. Sewing Machine required. Kit Fee: $18 Download supply list here.
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Fiber Bowl Workshop - Nonmember
Fiber Bowl Workshop - Member
Fiber Bowl Kit Fee
Announcing 2018 Festival Workshops!
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Maria Shell’s work is grounded in the tradition and craft of American quilt making. She strives to take the classical components of a traditional bedquilt and manipulate them with the hope of creating surprising combinations of pattern, repetition, and color for the viewer.
Maria is the recipient of a Sustainable Arts Foundation 2011 Winter Award, a Rasmuson Foundation Project Award and two Rasmuson Fellowships (2009, 2013, 2017). In 2012, Maria was one of 44 artists from the Northwest invited to participate in the Bellevue Arts Museum’s Biennial High Fiber Diet. She was a featured artist for the 2013 Surface Design Association’s International Conference held in San Antonio, Texas. She has had several solo and small group shows and was an artist in residence at the McColl Center for Art + Innovation in Charlotte, North Carolina. Her first book Improv Patchwork—Dynamic Quilts Made with Line & Shape was published in 2017. You can see more of Maria’s work on her website www.mariashell.com or learn more about her process by visiting her blog. |
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Kitchen Sink Quilting - the ART of Making Do
Friday, October 12, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, with one hour lunch break Location: Edward D. Hansen Conference Center All leftover fabric, UFO’S, orphan blocks, and random strips of fabric are welcome in this class. We’ll take those pieces of what not and make them into a fun improvisational masterpieces. The focus of this workshop is on bit making (creating small improvisation-ally cut and pieced traditional quilt blocks) and composition. Fee: $160.00 Non-member $145.00 Member Download the class supply list here. This class is currently full. |
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Shirley Rock is a water color artist and quilter. She discovered that she could combine her two passions and the rest is history. Shirley is a Washingtonian and has lived in this state her entire life. Her third passion is raising fuchsias. They have often been the subject of her water color art and quilts. 
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Painting on Fabric
Friday, October 12, 2018; 1:00-4:00pm Location: Edward D. Hansen Conference Center In this class you will learn the techniques used to make beautiful art projects from textile paints and fabric. The subject is fall leaves surrounding a pumpkin just picked from the pumpkin patch. This project requires no previous painting skills. You will leave the class with a finished art piece ready to be used in a quilt or wall hanging. Kit Fee: $8 (included with class fee.) Paint on Fabric - NonmemberPaint on Fabric - Member |
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Jane Hyde is a popular local basket maker from Anacortes. She produces beautiful pieces, which you can see at her booth at the Festival in Everett Oct. 12-14, 2018.
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ORT Basket Making
Sunday, October 14, 2018; 10am-Noon Location: Edward D. Hansen Conference Center, Everett WA Join Jane to weave the “ORT BASKET”! This is a small basket that can be used to collect your “Orts” or made into a pin cushion or even used as a Christmas Tree Ornament. The basket is 2 1/2in in diameter and 2 inches tall without the handle. A wire handle will be added. There will be a color selection to choose from. Kit fee of $5 will be payable to instructor at class. |
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David Taylor was born in Peterborough, New Hampshire, and currently resides in Henniker, New Hampshire. He has been the recipient of the Fairfield Master Award for Contemporary Quilting from the International Quilt Association (2006, 2014), the Brother Wall Machine Workmanship Award from the American Quilters Society (2008), and a two-time Best of Show winner at the IQA's Spring Festival in Chicago (2007, 2008), among others. His art quilts hang in numerous private collections worldwide. His style of pictorial quilts is fun, whimsical and beguiling. Check out David's wonderful work on his website: www.davidtaylorquilts.com
Pictorial Hand Applique
Saturday, October 13, 2018; 9am - 4pm, with one hour lunch break
Location: Edward D. Hansen Conference Center
Saturday, October 13, 2018; 9am - 4pm, with one hour lunch break
Location: Edward D. Hansen Conference Center
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This workshop demonstrates David's layered, hand applique technique with simple shapes using freezer paper templates and liquid starch. The class will also cover how he builds his pictorial wall quilts and how to get beautiful details by letting the fabric choices do all the hard work. Kit fee: $30
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Pictorial Hand Applique Workshop - Nonmember
Pictorial Hand Applique Workshop - Member
Pictorial Hand Applique Kit Fee
Scroll down to see special pricing when you sign up for both days!
Rhythm & Hues : Free-Motion Machine Quilting
Sunday, October 14, 2018; 9am - 4pm, with one hour lunch break
Location: Edward D. Hansen Conference Center
Sunday, October 14, 2018; 9am - 4pm, with one hour lunch break
Location: Edward D. Hansen Conference Center
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Find your rhythm in this free-motion machine quilting mini-workshop with David Taylor. This workshop helps build confidence in stitch regulation and tension adjustment. We'll be using a variety of thread types - cotton, polyester, glitter and metallic - on cotton fabric and batting sandwiches. This class is best suited for today's domestic sewing machines and/or sit-down quilting machines. Older domestic machine models, basic straight stitch model and/or portable sewing machines are not well-suited to this class. All materials are supplied for this workshop and included in your kit fee of $50.
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Rhythm & Hues Workshop - Nonmember
Rhythm & Hues Workshop - Member
Rhythm & Hues Kit Fee
Want to take both workshops? Use the buttons below to get $20 off!
Reversible Log Cabin Quilts
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Thursday, June 28, 2018, 10:00am-4:00pm
Instructor: Emiko Toda Loeb For many years Emiko Loeb has had a career divided between the US and her native Japan, with teaching and frequent exhibitions in both countries, as well as workshops in Switzerland, Taiwan, Korea, Australia, and New Zealand. More than half of her 85 quilts are reversible log cabin quilts using techniques she has developed over the last thirty years. She has published two books, and has served as a judge in several major competitions. Emiko’s awards include: A/IQA Houston 1987, 1988, and 1989, Pen and Brush Gallery, New York, 1987, New York finalist at the AQS in Paducah in 2000. This workshop will introduce students to the techniques needed to make a reversible log cabin block (same design on both sides but different colors.) The workshop begins by explaining which kinds of Log Cabin blocks can be combined in reversible Log Cabin quilts, and which ones cannot. When this is thoroughly understood, students make a simple reversible Log Cabin block. When this technique is understood, students will learn to construct a more complicated block (different designs on opposite sides) and how to join blocks together. Students should be well on their way to making an entire reversible quilt on their own when workshop is done! Students are required to bring sewing machine. Experience level: Students should know basic techniques for making Log Cabin Quilt blocks. Cost: $150 Nonmembers $135 Members Reversible Log Cabin Quilt Workshop - NonmemberReversible Log Cabin Quilt Workshop - Member |
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Tradition and Cross-Cultural Influences:
A Japanese Quilt Artist in the U.S.
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Thursday, June 28, 2018, 6:30pm
Lecture by Emiko Toda Loeb Emiko Toda Loeb was born and raised in Kyoto, the old capital and cultural heart of Japan. She has lived in both the United States and Japan since 1977, and her career has successfully blended Japanese traditions with the essentially American quilt tradition. Her lecture (about ninety minutes, including Q & A) demonstrates various aspects of combining of cultures and traditions. The presentation contains 160-180 images. About half of these depict aspects of traditional Kyoto such as temples, gardens and old houses, either complete or in detail. Some show similar aspects from her travels in Europe. Discussion of these images shows how they relate (often after the fact) to her own work which is also illustrated by complete and detail images. Cost: $15 Nonmember/$12 Member A "Go Green & Grow" Event for Sustaining Members! |
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Lightweight Nunofelt Scarf
Saturday, June 23, 2018, 9:00am - 5:00pm with meal break
Location: Civic Garden Club, La Conner, WA (across the street from the Museum)
Instructor: Flóra Carlile-Kovács
Location: Civic Garden Club, La Conner, WA (across the street from the Museum)
Instructor: Flóra Carlile-Kovács
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How to create nice lines on nunofelt? How to felt those lines in the silk, without letting them move away? What kinds of silks work for this project, and what don’t? In this workshop we’ll discover possibilities of the nunofelting technique, leaving some open spaces in the silk. Flóra will show you how to secure the design on the silk, and how to felt them in.
Flóra Carlile-Kovács is an award-winning fiber artist whose work has been shown throughout Europe. She began making felt in Hungary, where she learned both the ancient, nomadic ways of felting and the urban styles. She has successfully combined the two into a creative practice and developed her own style. You can see Flóra's work on exhibit in the 3rd Floor galleries. There is a $20 Kit Fee payable to Instructor at time of class. Space is very limited. Cost: $95 Nonmembers $85 Members This class is full. To be placed on a wait list, please email us. |
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Fabric Portraits with Jack Edson
May 3 - 4, 2018, 9am -4pm
Location: Two Forks Room, La Conner Country Inn, 2nd Street, La Conner, WA
Location: Two Forks Room, La Conner Country Inn, 2nd Street, La Conner, WA
Portrait of FREDERIC BAZILLE; Jack Edson; (2015) 59” x 71”
Jack Edson with SELF-PORTRAIT; (2017) 52” x 72”
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This two-day workshop in La Conner offers a rare opportunity to learn from New England quilter Jack Edson’s step-by-step process for creating photographically-realistic portraits in fabric.
A native of Hamburg, New York, Jack Edson minored in Art before earning his Master’s Degree in Library Science from the University of Rhode Island. In 1976, he was captivated by the antique quilts he saw at two Bicentennial exhibitions, admiring the handiwork of the long-ago quilt makers, and marveling at the wide variety of colorful fabrics, patterns, and visual styles. Jack made his first quilt portrait in 1980 using a pixelated black-and-white photo of John Lennon, and has gone on to develop an ingenious process for incorporating realistic portraiture within traditional quilt blocks. His method can also be used to recreate any image in fabric, eliminating the need for pesky, adhesive-based photo transfers. This workshop will involve simple hand and machine sewing, and is open to all levels of experience. Jack does all of his piecework by hand, so sewing machines are not required. You’ll need to bring your own sewing machine (if desired), basic sewing supplies, and a good selection of solid and small-print fabric scraps. No drawing skills required; images will be provided. More detailed supply list to come. Space is strictly limited, so register soon to secure your place. Cost: Non-members $195 Members $175 |
UPDATE: Only one space left as of 4/26/2018
Fabric Portraits with Jack Edson - Non-member
Fabric Portraits with Jack Edson - Member
Plushwork Flower Class
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Saturday, April 14, 2018, 1-5:00pm
Instructor: Susan J. Torntore, PhD, Curator Celebrate spring by learning to make dimensional flowers with plushwork embroidery. This is the technique used on the Museum’s popular Yarn Star Flower plushwork coverlet, ca. 1910. The design is stitched with wool yarn over a template, and then trimmed and sculpted. Your flower can be made into a pin cushion or small pillow. Bring a 4” embroidery hoop and a pair of small sharp embroidery scissors. All other tools and materials will be provided. Cost: $35.00 + $8 Kit Fee - Nonmembers $28.00 + $8 Kit Fee - Members |
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Guild Partner Appreciation Week and Holiday Open House is Coming!
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Wednesday, November 29 - Sunday, December 3 is our last Guild Partner Appreciation Week of 2017! Any active member of one of our current Guild Partners will get free admission to the Museum, a small Thank You gift, and a 10% discount on any purchases made in our Gift Shop! Not sure if your Guild is one of our Partners? Check the list here. Guild Partner Membership is calendar-year based. Send in your renewal now!
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Open House Make & Take Project
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Holiday Open House
Saturday, December 2, 11am - 5pm Free and Open to the Public! Enjoy the Gaches Mansion dressed for a Victorian Christmas with quilts and textiles from our permanent collection. Explore all three floors decorated with trees and textiles popular during the long reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901). On display on the first floor will be quilts and coverlets dating from the 1830s and into the 1850s including a beautiful hand stitched red & green applique quilt, an 1860s Civil War era red and white Mariner’s Compass quilt, and quilts from the 1880s and 1890s. We also have a display of charming children’s sewing machines featuring characters from nursery rhymes and The Grimm Brothers’ fairy tales. During the Holiday Open House, join us for an informal, free “Make and Take” from Noon-4 pm to learn a popular Victorian embroidery technique and make a plushwork wreath inspired by one of our quilts from the 1890s. |
20th Anniversary Festival!
Friday, October 6 - Sunday, October 8, 2017, 10AM - 5PM
Time on My Hands; Crystal Colombo
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Thank you to everyone who helped make our 20th Anniversary Festival a success! We had some winners!
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Celebrity Quilt & Fiber Art Retreat No. 3
Celebrity Host: Kathy McNeil
Monday, November 6 - Thursday, November 9, 2017; Warm Beach Conference Center, Stanwood, WA
Kathy McNeil
Warm Beach Conference Center
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Join us for our third and last “Celebrity” retreat this year in celebration of our 20th Anniversary! We have asked renowned quilters and fiber artists to be our guests at these retreats to simply hang out with you, chat, share their stories, show you some of their art, and perhaps show you a technique or two. Our November retreat features a special retreat with Kathy McNeil. Kathy is an internationally award winning quilt artist, author, pattern designer, teacher and judge. She has invited the retreat attendees to a studio tour and tea at her home as part of this event. Read more about Kathy and see examples of her work here. We will also have some fiber art demonstrations in felting and weaving!
These relaxed experiences are an opportunity for time away to focus on your quilting or fiber arts, along with other like-minded artists. The November retreat will be held at Warm Beach Conference Center in Stanwood, WA. Accommodations will be in very nice cabins with three guests per room and an en suite bathroom. (Guests will need to bring their own bedding and towels.) All meals are provided for full registrants (lunch/dinner on Monday, breakfast/lunch/dinner on Tues-Wed, breakfast/lunch on Thursday), and may be added for those selecting a day pass. We will do our best to honor all requests for "roommates." When not eating, sleeping, chatting, or simply enjoying the beautiful surroundings looking out over Port Susan, you’ll enjoy working in a well lit room at your own table. (Retreat Pricing not eligible for member discounts.) For more information, call us at 360-466-4288 Note: Two-night option may be added; more information to come as soon as available. |
Celebrity Retreat No.3: The Full Experience
Includes four days and three nights lodgings, plus all meals from lunch on Monday through lunch on Thursday. Nov. 6 - 9, 2017 at Warm Beach Conference Center, Stanwood, WA. Not eligible for member discount.
Day Passes & Meals
Wearable Clothing From Simple Shapes
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Sunday, October 8; 1PM- 5PM
Instructor: Anita Luvera Mayer This workshop presents the methods for creating wearable, handwoven, contemporary garments constructed from simple shapes. The workshop includes the style of garment and fit, along with methods of edge finishes, joinings, linings and embellishments. The instructor's wardrobe of vests, kimonos, shawls, and tops will be available for participants to examine and try on, and there will be an opportunity to copy the patterns. These garments do not involve tailoring or sewing skills and are for "real women" of various sizes who want clothing that is stylish and comfortable. Students need to bring: Black felt tip pen, four or more yards of paper to copy patterns, 3-ring binder. Since students try on clothes, it is recommended that you wear clothing that is all one color (pants/top, dress, jeans/turtleneck, etc.) Lab Fee: $5 payable to instructor for handouts |
Jacket by Anita Luvera Mayer; Image by KP Studios
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Embellishments Galore!
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Sunday, October 8; 10AM- 4PM
Instructor: Heidi Lund Are you yearning to learn how to add dimension and sparkle to your quilts and wearables? Come join Bernina Fashion Show Designer, Heidi Lund, for a day of glitz and fun. Be prepared to learn machine and hand work. You'll work on 10" x 10" sample squares using fibers, buttons, beads, tulle, felt, ultra suede, silk ribbon, fabric scraps, and crinkled shapes to achieve the embellishment you desire. Heidi will lead you through a step-by-step process of layering these techniques for one-of-a-kind works of art. This is a class for all levels of sewers. Kit Fee: $30 payable to instructor at class |
Traditional Beginner Sashiko
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Saturday, October 7, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Instructor: Denny Fox of Quilting Foxes This class will introduce you to Sashiko in an easy and enjoyable way. You will learn:
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It's Time!
Our 20th Anniversary Auction is now live online! Check out the unique quilts, wearable art, jewelry and fiber art pieces donated by prior Museum exhibitors! See complete artist list with button below or go right to the online auction and start bidding on your favorites now!
By participating in our auction you help us financially continue to provide local and international exhibits, arts education opportunities for children and adults, and steward our permanent collection as well as our home, the historic Gaches Mansion. Thank you! |
The Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization (Tax #91-1831289.) Your donations are tax deductible as allowable by law.
Photography Techniques for Quilters
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Friday, October 6, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Tony Locke Tony Locke is a local full-time fine art photographer of landscapes & abstract oddities. He also does event photography, photo restorations, and teaches photography camera skills, from basic to advanced intermediate, among many other skills! Learn some simple ways to produce better photographs of your quilts, with images that will showcase the colors and detail that has been put into your art. Excellent for the artist who enters pieces into shows. Some simple techniques that attendees will learn…
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Bust of Tony Locke
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Photography Techniques for Quilters - NonmemberTony Locke; Oct. 6, 2017
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Making Paper with Silk
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Friday, October 6, 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Qi Lou This workshop was offered last July and the students had such a fantastic time we're offering it again! Silk paper has the texture of paper but is made out of 100% silk and is as strong as a piece of fabric. You can sew it, iron it and put beads on it. For its unique texture and glory, it can be used as a great embellishment resource for surface design. In this workshop you will use about one ounce of silk to make a ten inch square of silk paper. You will be using pre-dyed or natural organic silk which has been put through what is called a ruining test. You can also add items to embellish your paper. The workshop fee includes all you will need to make one (1) sheet of silk paper. You may purchase additional tested silk for $6.00 an ounce or top quality silk batting for $12.00 an ounce. What to bring:
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Silk Paper Example
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Endless Mountains: Freeform Piecing
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Friday - Saturday, October 6 & 7; 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Instructor: Sujata Shah Sujata Shah, a graphic designer and textile artist, is originally from Mumbai, India. The mother of three grown children lives with her husband in Chester Springs, Pennsylvania. In 2003, she found an instant connection between the abstract utilitarian quilts of Gee's bend and Godharis from India. Her instinctive ability to work with colors and textures combined with education in graphic design has helped her develop a unique style as a designer. She draws her inspirations from imperfections and irregularities of free-spirited folk art and crafts from around the world. As a calligraphy major, she believes that each handmade craft has a stamp of the maker. In 2014 she wrote the book, Cultural Fusion Quilts - A Melting Pot of Piecing Traditions, in which she introduced free-form blocks, an abstract interpretations of traditional quilt blocks to reflect her theory. Endless Mountains: Freeform blocks are abstract interpretations of traditional quilt blocks. How would you like to make triangle blocks without templates and marking, with as few measurements as possible? See what happens when you embrace the imperfections and irregularities of human hands. Triangles cut with organic cutting and piecing technique mimic the appearance of block prints of India. Each triangle is different than the next, yet there is overall harmony and balance to the quilt. You will learn to trust your instinct and eyeballing skills and explore many possibilities for the final layout. |
Nuno Felted Scarf
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Sunday, October 8; 10AM - 4PM
Instructor: Patti Barker If you enjoy puzzles, you will love this technique. Participants will learn how to build a Nuno felt scarf using a variety of silk remnants, a little wool and soapy water. This technique is perfect for using recycled silk fabrics. Samples will be presented, some of larger clothing projects created using similar techniques. Kits will be available for purchase, or participants may gather their own materials. Those required include: approximately 1 yard total of several kinds of sheer silk; 2 oz. merino wool; and embellishments, such as silk fibers and loosely spun wool yarns. Instructor will provide: Samples, towels, bucket, soap, sprayers, rolling mats and any hand-outs. Kit Fee: $40.00 payable to instructor at class |
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How to Use A Rotary Cutter Well!
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Saturday, October 7, 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Peggy Schafer This workshop is meant to takes the mystery out of using rotary cutters with Omnigrids. You will learn how to manipulate the angles, what the lines are for, and how to cut the basic geometric shapes. You will also learn what rulers you really need as well as rotary cutting safety. Repeat takers always learn something new. Peggy will talk about the history of Omnigrid (new name Rulersmith) and how it came to be. It is a Northwest product manufactured in Burlington and has won many awards including Small Business of the Year. Peggy has been involved with Omnigrid since 1986 having 30 plus years of experience traveling the world designing, lecturing and demonstrating. She has been a demonstrator for Quilt Market for many years. |
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Silly Bird
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Friday, October 6, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Instructor: Tonye Phillips From Tonye, "I was born and raised in Portland, Oregon where I learned the love of hand work from my mother, Marjorie Hood. From crewel embroidery, to sewing, counted cross-stitch and knitting and then in 1992 I fell in love with quilting. Growing up with all of that hand sewing has carried over to my quilting. I now have a small studio in Sisters, Oregon but I do most of my hand sewing at home or on the road. That is the beauty of hand work….you can take it almost anywhere with you. I love to appliqué! My shapes are whimsical and playful and I like to use unexpected fabrics whenever possible. I also like to keep it light, as in fun, goofy and a bit odd." Silly Bird: How "silly" can you get? Birds come in all shapes and sizes so it is easy to play with this fun creature and its many possibilities. Get crazy with your choice of fabrics and colors. Now is your big chance! There is nothing to lose. This class will instruct in wool applique and decorative stitches. |
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Exhibit Opening
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Save the Date! Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival: October 12-18, 2018
CURRENT SPECIAL EVENT
As a special thank you to our members, we are presenting a 'Bed Turning' event
Saturday & Sunday, August 19 & 20 - 11AM - 5PM
La Conner Civic Garden Club
(across the street from the Museum)
We will present approximately 45 quilts representing the best of our collection, many have seldom been on exhibit. Quilts will be on three different beds and "turned down" one at a time, with a descriptive narrative given. Turnings will run continuously throughout the day. Cookies and lemonade will be offered in the garden.
Members and their guests are free!
Museum non-member guests may view by paying a small additional admission fee.
Regular Museum admission fee is $7; additional fee is $3.
Saturday & Sunday, August 19 & 20 - 11AM - 5PM
La Conner Civic Garden Club
(across the street from the Museum)
We will present approximately 45 quilts representing the best of our collection, many have seldom been on exhibit. Quilts will be on three different beds and "turned down" one at a time, with a descriptive narrative given. Turnings will run continuously throughout the day. Cookies and lemonade will be offered in the garden.
Members and their guests are free!
Museum non-member guests may view by paying a small additional admission fee.
Regular Museum admission fee is $7; additional fee is $3.
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Monday, August 14 – Thursday, August 17, 10am – 4pm
Open to Ages 8 – 14 $120 plus $25 Material Fee Space is Limited! Camp Coordinator & Instructor: Kristin Loffer Theiss Garden Club, South 2nd Street, La Conner, WA |
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Have four fun-filled days exploring fiber arts:
Screen & Block Printing Painting on Fabric Puppet Making Indigo Dyeing Weaving Paper Making Museum Tour …and more! |
Summer Fiber Arts Camp
Just For Kids, ages 8 -14! Price includes $120 camp fee plus $25 material fee. Not eligible for member discount. Registration confirmation will include additional information regarding camp, drop-off/pick-up's, meals & snacks, etc. We can't wait to see you!
Cancellation Policy:Refunds minus a 10% processing fee will be given up to two (2) weeks before camp begins. Requested refunds less than two (2) weeks before camp begins will only be issued if the vacancy is filled by another child. In the unlikely event that the camp must be cancelled by the Museum, a full refund will be issued.
What’s Happening with the Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival 2017?
After many years of spectacular Quilt & Fiber Arts Festivals, we’re doing something very special in 2017 – celebrating our 20th Anniversary. (QuiltFest will return next year!) The weekend of October 6-8, 2017 is our 20th Anniversary Festival, packed with unique curated exhibits, a variety of classes, and a Gala fundraising event to mark this Museum milestone!
On display at the Museum will be extraordinary quilts from our permanent collection in the “Pieces of the Past: 20 Years of Collecting” exhibit. Many of the items in this exhibit have never been on display before. During the celebration weekend only, we’ll also present a traveling exhibit, ‘Pieces From the Prairie,’ from the Poos Collection, one of the largest privately held pre-1860 quilt collections in the world.
The culmination of the festive weekend will be a 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner & Art Auction on Saturday evening, October 7. This dress up, catered affair will have great food and live and silent auctions. World-renowned quilters and fiber artists who have exhibited their work at the Museum over the past 20 years are donating some of their finest work for this fundraising event.
More Pieces of the Past: 20 Years of Exhibiting contains the remarkable quilts and fiber art auction pieces donated by prior exhibitors. This exhibit will be on view to the public all day on Friday, October 6, and half the day on Saturday, October 7. An online auction, beginning on September 17, is planned for those who cannot attend the Gala.
Round out the weekend by learning a new fiber art skill! Choose from a wide variety of full- and half-day classes such as: Painting on Fabric, Nuno Felting, Beginner Traditional Sashiko, Photograph Techniques for Quilters, and more! Specific class, times, and cost information is available by clicking on button below.
After many years of spectacular Quilt & Fiber Arts Festivals, we’re doing something very special in 2017 – celebrating our 20th Anniversary. (QuiltFest will return next year!) The weekend of October 6-8, 2017 is our 20th Anniversary Festival, packed with unique curated exhibits, a variety of classes, and a Gala fundraising event to mark this Museum milestone!
On display at the Museum will be extraordinary quilts from our permanent collection in the “Pieces of the Past: 20 Years of Collecting” exhibit. Many of the items in this exhibit have never been on display before. During the celebration weekend only, we’ll also present a traveling exhibit, ‘Pieces From the Prairie,’ from the Poos Collection, one of the largest privately held pre-1860 quilt collections in the world.
The culmination of the festive weekend will be a 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner & Art Auction on Saturday evening, October 7. This dress up, catered affair will have great food and live and silent auctions. World-renowned quilters and fiber artists who have exhibited their work at the Museum over the past 20 years are donating some of their finest work for this fundraising event.
More Pieces of the Past: 20 Years of Exhibiting contains the remarkable quilts and fiber art auction pieces donated by prior exhibitors. This exhibit will be on view to the public all day on Friday, October 6, and half the day on Saturday, October 7. An online auction, beginning on September 17, is planned for those who cannot attend the Gala.
Round out the weekend by learning a new fiber art skill! Choose from a wide variety of full- and half-day classes such as: Painting on Fabric, Nuno Felting, Beginner Traditional Sashiko, Photograph Techniques for Quilters, and more! Specific class, times, and cost information is available by clicking on button below.
Painting On Fabric
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Saturday, October 7, Two classes available: 9am - Noon or
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Instructor: Shirley Rock Learn Shirley's method of painting beautiful images on fabric. The 9 1/2" square design will be drawn for you on Sea Grass batik and taped onto a board, ready for you to apply paint. Your kit will include a 1/4" chisel edge paint brush, water container, palette, and fabric stabilizer for thread painting, as well as an informational sheet listing techniques, brushes, paints, and fabrics preferred. Shirley will provide the paints and demonstrate thread painting on a finished block for you to try at home. The result is suitable for inclusion in a quilt, wall hanging, etc. She will also have many samples on hand for you to be inspired by. The morning class will be doing the Pumpkin image and is an excellent beginner's class. In the afternoon, students will do the Blue Poppy image. Experience is recommended for the afternoon class but not required. Shirley says, 'I have taught this class many times and students say 'this was easy!' What to bring: an old shirt or bib apron to wear Kit Fee: $6.00 payable to instructor at class |
Painting On Fabric, AM - NonmemberShirley Rock; Saturday, October 7, 9am - Noon
Painting On Fabric, AM - MemberShirley Rock; Saturday, October 7, 9am - Noon
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Painting On Fabric, PM - NonmemberShirley Rock; Saturday, October 7, 1:00-4:00 PM
Painting On Fabric, PM - MemberShirley Rock; Saturday, October 7, 1:00-4:00 PM
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NURSERY RHYME QUILT CONTEST WINNER!
The Nursery Rhyme quilt on recently display challenged our visitors to name all 25 poems represented on the quilt. Donna Capis got all but two correct and won the prize basket. Congratulations, Donna! We had quite a few entries but everyone got one square in particular wrong. Would you have guessed it correctly?
Added Meals For Day Campers Only: (click "Add to Cart" for the number of times you would like the meal, i.e. if you have selected two day passes and would like a lunch both days, add item to your cart two times. You can also change the quantity at checkout.)
Please indicate in the note section of the checkout cart if you have any food allergy or dietary needs.
Celebrity Quilt & Fiber Art Retreat
Monday, May 15 – Thursday, May 18, 2017 at The Firs Conference Center, Bellingham, WA
Colleen Wise
The Firs Conference Center, Bellingham, WA
Next Retreat Dates:
September 22-24, 2017 Baker Lake Lodge, Concrete, WA November 5-9, 2017 Warm Beach Retreat Center, Warm Beach, WA |
Join us for the first of three “Celebrity” retreats this year in celebration of our 20th Anniversary! We have asked renowned quilters and fiber artists to be our guests at these retreats to simply hang out with you, chat, share their stories, show you some of their art, and perhaps show you a technique or two. Our first retreat will feature Colleen Wise, an engineer, quilter, and author, she teaches and exhibits her award-winning work around the world. An expert on creating the illusion of three-dimensions on a two-dimensional surface, she lives in Puyallup. Quilters and fiber artists alike will find time spent with Colleen both inspirational and motivating! Open to both women and men!
These relaxed experiences are an opportunity for time away to focus on your quilting or fiber arts, along with other like-minded artists. We have selected a wonderful venue, The Firs, in Bellingham, WA – a 7-acre campus among mature fir and cedar trees, just 2 blocks from Lake Whatcom and their own private beach. The central location is convenient whether coming from Vancouver, B.C. or from the Seattle area. During the day you’ll enjoy working in a well lit room at your own table. We will have a small satellite Gift Shop there for those things you may have forgotten or for additional inspiration. On Tuesday afternoon, there will be a masseuse coming in case you need help with those shoulder kinks or stiff neck. Great dining is essential to a successful retreat, and The Firs’ executive chef turns meal time into a dining experience where family-style, pleasing menus are served in the casual, friendly atmosphere. The sleeping accommodations are shared cabins with Queen or Double beds and a full bathroom. All lodgings are centrally located, with a short walk through the trees taking you to the Conference Center. You can find more information at www.thefirs.org Space is limited! To ensure we are able to cover all costs, a limited number of day passes are available. (Retreat Pricing not eligible for member discounts.) For more information, call us at 360-466-4288 Register online below or download the form here to send in via mail or in person. |
Celebrity Retreat No.3: The Full ExperienceIncludes four days and three nights lodgings, plus all meals from lunch on Monday through lunch on Thursday. Nov. 6 - 9, 2017 at Warm Beach Conference Center, Stanwood, WA. Not eligible for member discount.
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Private RoomOne Time Fee to reserve a private room
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Please indicate in the note section of the checkout cart if you would like to room with a specific person and any food allergy or dietary needs.
Added Meals For Day Campers Only: (click "Add to Cart" for the number of times you would like the meal, i.e. if you have selected two day passes and would like a lunch both days, add item to your cart two times. You can also change the quantity at checkout.)
Please indicate in the note section of the checkout cart if you have any food allergy or dietary needs.
Guild Partner Appreciation Week!
April 10 - 16, 2017
Are you a member of one of our Guild Partners? If so, this week is all about thanking you for your support! Your Guild members will receive complimentary admission to the Museum, a 10% discount in our Gift Shop, and a small thank you gift! Please come for a visit so we can say 'Thank You!' in person!
Extended Hours in April!
Open 11am - 5pm every day!
Open 11am - 5pm every day!
For The Love of Children
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Thursday, March 30; 10am - 4pm
Instructor: Miwako Kimura & Students Location: La Conner Country Inn Enjoy a really fun time with our Japanese visitors, making four different projects throughout the day! Each project is a traditional Japanese children's toy or decoration. Various piecing and stitch techniques will be presented. Students will leave with having received four kits and the opportunity for lessons in how to make each one:
Tools to bring: A small pair of scissors Straight pins Non-members: $60 plus $42 Kit Fee = $102 Members: $55 plus $42 Kit Fee = $92 New! A Box Lunch is available to be ordered for this workshop, provided by La Conner High School Culinary Club. Lunch contains 1/2 Sandwich, Salad, Piece of Fruit, Cookie, and Bottle of Water. We had them at FiberFest and they were delicious! $10 |
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Advanced Sashiko Workshop
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Tuesday, March 28; 10am-4pm
Instructor: Kazuko Yoshiura Location: La Conner Channel Lodge Work on an exquisite table runner with Sashiko expert, Kazuko Yoshiura, here in the US for only a few short days! Students will learn advanced sashiko stitches and techniques in variety of patterns on indigo dyed fabric. Students are required to purchase class kit which includes: 36" x 14” Indigo dyed fabric, top and lining, 2 types of Sashiko needles, 4 types of threads, tracing chalk paper, and a variety of patterns. Fee: $25 (included with class fee) Tools to bring; A pair of scissors, A small ruler (20 - 30cm) Pins (5 - 10) Experience Level: Basic Sashiko stitching experience advised. Non-members: $110 plus $25 Kit Fee = $135 Members: $100 plus $25 Kit Fee = $125 |
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Grounds Work Day! Saturday, April 8, 9am-1pm
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Join us this Saturday as we do some Spring clean up in the yard and planting beds and put in a bit more color. We are also taking down our old fence in preparation for the new fence to be installed by the end of April! Bring your gloves, rakes, garden tools, knee pads and join in the fun! Coffee & doughnuts on us!
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"LA CONNER IN BLOOM" ANNUAL CHALLENGE
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QFAM has issued a Challenge to use the phrase by illustrator, Mary Engelbreit, "Bloom Where You Are Planted" as your inspiration to create a small fiber art piece for exhibit in April.
Pieces will be on exhibit March 29 - April 30, 2017 and Museum visitors will vote on "People's Choice"! |
Detail view of Feathered Friends & Feather Star Flights of Fancy by Betty Kincaid, 2016 People's Choice Winner.
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Welcome to our new website! Please be patient with us as we continue to iron out any wrinkles!
Abstract Quilts in Solids Workshop
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Monday-Wednesday, March 20-22; 9am - 4pm
Friday-Sunday March 24-26, 2017; 9am - 4pm (1-Hour Lunch) Instructor: Gwen Marston Quilts made in strong solid colors made by the Amish were the first quilts to be viewed as art. Of late, the dazzling assortment of new prints has justifiably attracted great attention and solids have been regulated to the back burner. This class is meant to be a reminder that solids have their own distinctive characteristics which shouldn't be overlooked by quilter's intent on doing original, abstract work. Working with free-form, improvisational construction, students will create their own, original quilts using Gwen's easy design concepts and techniques. This design class is good for the beginning and advanced, traditional and art quilter. Come and join the fun as Gwen shows you her easy methods for creating your own original quilts. Gwen's book Ideas and Inspirations: Abstract Quilts in Solids, is a valuable resource for this class. Experience Level: all Registration Deadline: February 26, 2017 Non-members: $400.00 Members: $360.00 Download Material/Supply list |
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Want to attend a Gwen Marston lecture? Become a sustaining member! (only available online.) Gwen will be the Guest at our next "Go Green & Grow" event exclusively for our sustaining members, Sunday, March 19. Invitations will go out in February to all sustaining members. 
Broken Dishes by Gwen Marston. Image by Martingale.
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SOLD OUT! We did add an additional workshop March 20-22. It was also immediately filled with the wait list. It is not possible to add another workshop but there are occasionally cancellations. To be placed on the wait list and notified of an opening, please email us or call (360) 466-4288
Prim Dolls: Introduction to Doll Making Workshop
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Instructor: Mardi McLaskey
Date/Time: Saturday, March 4, 2017, 2-4pm Location: Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum, 703 S. 2nd St, La Conner Prim Dolls -- those sweet, adorable handmade dolls – made to look as if they were made by a child or lovingly repaired many times. In this introductory Prim Doll workshop, Mardi will be talking about all the ways you can use your own creativity to make your own artistic statement. She will bring examples of Prim Dolls, magazines, and a book for you to peruse and to spark your imagination. You will start with a basic shape and then create a doll with its own unique personality. The best part about the Prim Dolls is that there are no rules! Kit Fee: $10, includes a sewn doll body, stuffing, embellishments, etc. Supply list: basic hand sewing tools, (scissors, needles, thread). Nothing else is required but feel free to bring any special fabrics for clothing or embellishments that you might like to incorporate into your doll. Class size: 8 students, maximum Non-members: $40.00 * Members: $35.00 * * Does not include kit fee, payable to instructor on day of workshop. |
Prim Doll Workshop - Non-member RegistrationPrim Doll - Member Registration |
