Our new P & S committee is comprised of Mary Ann Bruce, Ihsia Hu, and Joyce Danzig. When you see them, thank them for their hard work.
August 4 - Mary-Jeanine Ibarguen
All About Busting the Fabric Stash!
Mary-Jeanine Ibarguen is known for her Stashbusting lectures and workshops, as well as her Florida Quilt Network newsletter and website. (If you’re ever in Florida, you’ll want to check out the Calendar page to see what fun quilting event is happening then.) She’s been quilting for 36 years and teaching for 23 years, all over the state of Florida (plus a few other states). Mary-Jeanine has published six patterns, appeared on a sewing TV show and has developed quite an international following with her online series called “Tips Tools & Techniques Club”. Her specialty is adding extras to the learning process, whether it’s a quick lesson in pressing, successful rotary cutting, or new thoughts on free motion quilting designs. Mary-Jeanine resides in Maitland, Fl with her husband.
September 8 - Quilt-O
Quilt-O...Bingo for Quilters!
The Program Committee will lead guild members in several exciting rounds of Quilt-O, a quilt-themed Bingo game! Players can purchase two Quilt-O cards for the price of $2 and two fat quarters (additional cards may be purchased for $1 & 1 fat quarter per card). Winners of each round will receive a selection of fat quarters from those donated.
October 6 - Tina Dillard
Journey to Inspiration
Inspiration comes in many forms; sometimes it just hits you, other times it is a process something like a journey. Tina’s story is the latter, a journey from Wife and Mother to a full-time pattern designer. As we take this trip, become inspired by the adventures of your life as Tina shares hers through the collection of quilts from her past to the present. Click here to read more.
November 3 - Anne Weaver & Nance Brennan
Spotlight on FSQ Service Projects
Anne and Nance will present a lecture to the guild spotlighting everything Service Projects has done over the years. We may also include appearances from representatives of some of the different organizations to whom we donate.
December 1 - Leila Gardunia on ZOOM, not in-person
Traditional Blocks, Modern Quilts
Want to mix up your quilting style? In Modern Traditionalism, traditional blocks are used as inspiration for quilts with a modern aesthetic. In this presentation, I will take different traditional quilt blocks and show how you can play with color, scale, alternate girds, minimalism, and more to achieve a modern look. Click here to read more. Look for the Sign Up Genius invitation to join this meeting
January 5 -HollyAnne Knight on ZOOM, not in-person
Intro to Quilting Plans
HollyAnne Knight is the founder of String & Story, a company dedicated to helping people learn to quilt with confidence. They offer a number of online courses about quilting, and are currently being featured in a series in American Patchwork & Quilting about learning how to free motion quilt. Here’s a description of the lecture from their website: “How exactly does one decide what to quilt where? Join me as I show you what quilting plans are and how to make them so you can finish your quilts with confidence!” Click here to read more. Look for the SignUp Genius invitation to join this meeting
February 2 - Beth Ann Williams
Heirloom Applique by Machine
Learn how satisfying it can be to create the look of heirloom-quality hand appliqué with finished edges – all with your sewing machine! Beth Ann, who transformed her quilting practice after health challenges, will use the classic Orange Peel design to showcase a step-by-step overview of three of her favorite beginner-friendly methods for preparing finished edges. We’ll also explore her top recommendations for presser feet, needles, thread, stitch settings, and handy notions that help make the process faster, easier, and more enjoyable. Click here to read more. Look for the SignUp Genius invitation to join this meeting
March 2 - Nancy Hershberger
Finding My Voice
In this one-hour lecture, Nancy talks about her journey from traditional pieced bed quilts to art quilts. She also touches on her work at various national parks and displays several of her pieces inspired by them. Her talk is often followed by a lively question and answer period. For an in-person lecture she will display her quilts for guilds to see up close. Click here to read more.
April 6 - TBD
To Be Determined
May 4 - TBD
To Be Determined
June 2 - Potluck Meal
-FSQ will provide chicken, plates, silverware, and bottled water, and the guild members can bring sides & desserts. Potluck committee will organize SignUp Genius, set-up, and decorations.
