WORKSHOPS
'Let's Start' Series
The 'Let's Start' Series are classes and workshops designed to introduce you to something new. It could be a new technique, a new skill, a new project - any thing you've never tried before, we want to give you that opportunity! Most of this series will be geared towards beginner levels but occasionally will be well suited for an 'advanced' beginner.
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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. |
Enrichment Series
The 'Enrichment' Series are classes, workshops and lectures designed to explore more difficult or advanced quilting and fiber art techniques, patterns, or mode. Most of this series will be geared towards those with experience in the area specific to the class or already fluent in basic techniques, although all skill levels are welcome.
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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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The Fine Print
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Cancellation Policy:Refunds minus a 10% processing fee will be given up to two (2) weeks before workshop. Requested refunds less than two (2) weeks before workshop will only be issued if the vacancy is filled or registrant may use towards another workshop within same calendar year. In the unlikely event that a Workshop must be cancelled by the Museum, a full refund will be issued. |
Equipment Liability: Any equipment owned and utilized by participants/students during workshop(s) for any reason is done so at the participants own risk. The Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum, any of its board members, staff, or volunteers will not be held liable for any damage, loss or thief due to any reason. It is the participant’s sole responsibility to insure the proper use, handling, storage, and security for any equipment that the participant provides for their own use. |
COME PLAY
Let's play... Come in for some fun, education, hanging out with like-minded artists... And more
Fiber FridayEvery Friday, 9am-Noon Free & open to all! Bring any type of fiber arts project -- quilting, knitting, embellishing, spinning, etc. -- to work on while visiting with other fiber artists. This weekly event provides a lot of inspiration, introductions to other mediums and techniques, occasionally assistance, and overall just a really fun time. Demonstrations will be scheduled, as possible, and announced here. |
Applique Group
Third Thursday of the Month, 10am-Noon Free and open to all! If you are a Sue Spargo fan or really enjoy doing crazy quilts, this is the group for you! Primarily focused on handwork, there is a wealth of experience found in the group regulars. And they really have a enjoyable few hours at the Museum. |
