WORKSHOPS
All workshops will be held at the American Legion, 625 31st Street, Marion, Iowa, from 1-4 pm unless noted. The class fee for each workshop is next to the speaker name. The fee does not include supplies. To sign up for a workshop, complete the workshop registration form at the bottom of this page and mail to address on form. Non-members can sign up for a workshop for an additional $5. Contact Deb Thomas at debra53thomas@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Below are a list of tips that will help everyone have a good time and learn as much as possible during the few hours you will be with your teacher. Teachers work hard to share their knowledge, skills and experience. They will appreciate your courtesy and put more effort into their teaching if they know their hard work is appreciated.
WORKSHOP ETIQUETTE
Only make a reservation for a quilt workshop if you are fully committed to it and pay your registration fee immediately to show that commitment and help you keep it. Until you pay, your spot will NOT be reserved.
Below are a list of tips that will help everyone have a good time and learn as much as possible during the few hours you will be with your teacher. Teachers work hard to share their knowledge, skills and experience. They will appreciate your courtesy and put more effort into their teaching if they know their hard work is appreciated.
WORKSHOP ETIQUETTE
Only make a reservation for a quilt workshop if you are fully committed to it and pay your registration fee immediately to show that commitment and help you keep it. Until you pay, your spot will NOT be reserved.
- Arrive early to set up so you are ready to go when the workshop starts.
- Switch off your mobile phone or set it on vibrate.
- If you are unable to attend a workshop, please notify the program chair immediately so we can notify those on the waitlist.
- Carry a notebook, ask plenty of questions, and take notes about the answers.
- Have fun!
2019 Workshops
All workshops are from 1:00 to 4:00 unless noted otherwise. Workshops are held at the American Legion in Marion unless otherwise noted **. Cost of workshop does not include supplies.
** Workshop at Cedar Hills Community Church, 6455 E Ave NW Cedar Rapids
February 25 – Laura Wasilowski - LAURA HAD TO CANCEL HER TRIP - THERE WILL STILL BE A GUILD MEETING AT 9 AM AND 6:30 PM; WORKSHOP WILL BE FREE SEW DAY
March 25 – Ilene Bartos
Project Name: Cracked Boxes
Using Ilene’s pattern “Cracked Boxes” the class focuses on choosing color combinations and easy sewing techniques. Fun for all quilters, and the top can mostly be completed in the class. The pattern can be purchased ahead of time or you can purchase before the workshop. There are hand-dyed fabric kits available which include the pattern or you can bring your own fabrics.
Cost of Workshop: $32
Kit Cost: Pattern $15 or Kit that includes both Pattern & Hand-dyed Fabric $34.00
Project Name: Cracked Boxes
Using Ilene’s pattern “Cracked Boxes” the class focuses on choosing color combinations and easy sewing techniques. Fun for all quilters, and the top can mostly be completed in the class. The pattern can be purchased ahead of time or you can purchase before the workshop. There are hand-dyed fabric kits available which include the pattern or you can bring your own fabrics.
Cost of Workshop: $32
Kit Cost: Pattern $15 or Kit that includes both Pattern & Hand-dyed Fabric $34.00
April 22 – Boutique Sew Day
Tuesday, May 28 – Dawn Heese
Small project where we practice cutting, layout and needle-turn applique.
Cost of Workshop: $32.00; Supply List Below
Small project where we practice cutting, layout and needle-turn applique.
Cost of Workshop: $32.00; Supply List Below
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Wednesday, May 29 - Dawn Heese (9 am to 4 pm)**
Project Name: Needle-turn Applique using Somerset Medallion Quilt
Description: Quilt size can be 67 1/2" x 67 1/2". This medallion is easy enough for a beginner but interesting enough for a more experienced quilter. Folk art applique combines with easy piecing. The dogtooth border is made using a simple applique technique. All templates are full size
Cost of Workshop: $50.00
Pattern Cost: $11.00; Supply List Below
Project Name: Needle-turn Applique using Somerset Medallion Quilt
Description: Quilt size can be 67 1/2" x 67 1/2". This medallion is easy enough for a beginner but interesting enough for a more experienced quilter. Folk art applique combines with easy piecing. The dogtooth border is made using a simple applique technique. All templates are full size
Cost of Workshop: $50.00
Pattern Cost: $11.00; Supply List Below
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June 24 – Lisa Bongean (9 am to 4 pm)
Project Name: "Grateful" - Working with Wool
Description: The workshop will cover all the basics of working with wool using fusible web, threads, embroidery stitches and finishing techniques. (no sewing machine required)
Cost of Workshop: $50.00
Kit Cost: $23.00
Project Name: "Grateful" - Working with Wool
Description: The workshop will cover all the basics of working with wool using fusible web, threads, embroidery stitches and finishing techniques. (no sewing machine required)
Cost of Workshop: $50.00
Kit Cost: $23.00
July 22 – Sew-in & Picnic
August 26 – Ruth Green (noon to 5 pm)
Project Name: "Starmazing"
Description: Learn tricks and techniques for making a stunning wall-hanging that looks like a stained glass window from Ruth of Green Glass Designs. This appears complicated but is actually suitable for beginners. We will learn how easy this technique can be using black bias and twin needles in your sewing machine.
Cost of Workshop: $30.00
Kit Cost: $45.00
Supply List: 2 spools of black thread and a 4.0 twin needle (all the rest is in the kit & needles will be available for purchase)
Project Name: "Starmazing"
Description: Learn tricks and techniques for making a stunning wall-hanging that looks like a stained glass window from Ruth of Green Glass Designs. This appears complicated but is actually suitable for beginners. We will learn how easy this technique can be using black bias and twin needles in your sewing machine.
Cost of Workshop: $30.00
Kit Cost: $45.00
Supply List: 2 spools of black thread and a 4.0 twin needle (all the rest is in the kit & needles will be available for purchase)
September 23 – Share what you bought at the show. (no machine needed, unless you bought a new one)
November 25 – Work on your favorite charity quilt
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