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Virtual Workshop - Timna Tarr (Sun, August 23, 2026)

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Virtual Workshop - Stitched Mosaics

Sign-up starts: Members: Open Now; Non-Member 6/24/2026

Create photorealistic quilts one square at a time in this one-day workshop. Learn the techniques that make up Timna’s Barnyard Series of animal quilts. Using a photo and kit provided in class, the process of making a fabric mosaic using turned edge machine applique is explained. We will break down the construction process, explore color and value as design elements, and learn how to choose the right fabric for the right location. For intermediate level quilters. Leaf finishes at 8”x10”.

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In Person Workshop - Michelle Trimble (Sat, September 26, 2026)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In Person Workshop: Stunning Improv Starbursts

Sign-up starts: Members open now and Non-Member 7/282026

Working with improv can be wonderfully freeing, yet the outcome can seem overwhelming to the senses. Choosing constraints at the outset of an improv project can not only lower the decision-making burden that can seem overwhelming, it can also ensure your composition finishes with dramatic flair. In this class, you will explore several different variations of improv triangles, and experiment with variables that will alter the look of each variation. You will then incorporate these blocks into a large wedge layout to make a 24” square wall hanging. No prior improv experience required. NOTE: this is an INTERMEDIATE class.

Student Outcomes:

● Students will be able to assemble improv triangle blocks using three different approaches, and gain confidence to experiment with color/value placement within these blocks to change the outcome

● Students will master a method of improv work flow that helps speed the process while ensuring each block retains a unique character

● Students will learn one method of assembling improv blocks into a quilt top incorporating negative space as a design tool

● Students will learn methods for dealing with long bias edges to minimize distortion

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Virtual Workshop - Michelle Trimble (Sun, September 27, 2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Virtual Workshop

Planning Improv with Dramatic Negative Space

This is a one day 3 hour workshop

Sign-up starts: Members - Open Now; Non-Member - 7/29/2026

Design a high-impact improv quilt! Incorporating dramatic negative space with improv-pieced blocks can generate striking quilts with plenty of visual interest. Embark on your own design journey as Michelle guides you along the process every step of the way. Michelle will show you how to achieve these great designs with just paper, pencil, and a scientific calculator you can use on any smart phone! You will leave this class with a blueprint and plan of attack for your very own wedge improv quilt, as well as the skills necessary to plan any number of quilts based on a modified wedge layout. This is a no sew workshop for INTERMEDIATE quilters.

Student Outcomes:

● Students will learn how line and value can impact the composition of a quilt

● Students will gain confidence in the math skills needed to design and plan a quilt based on a modified wedge layout which can be applied to planning a quilt of any size, using wedges of any degree.

● The math knowledge students learn will allow them to determining the length of improv required to create the wedges, as well as the number and size of improv blocks needed to achieve the layout of their choice.

● Students will also learn valuable information on selection and sourcing of tools for cutting large wedges if they do not wish to make those cuts free-hand.

● Students will learn methods to handle long bias edges to minimize distortion when they piece any top that includes bias.

Required Materials:

● Scientific calculator (calculator on smart phone is fine)

● pencil/pen

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In-person Workshop - Nancy Brown (Sat, October 24, 2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In-person Workshop - Applique Animal Quilts

This is a two day in person workshop. 9-4 each day

Sign-up starts: Members Now and Non-Member 8/25/26

Day 1: Learn techniques for hand or fusible applique while working on a 15 x12 portrait of a Great Horned Owl against a background of Mount Diablo.

Day 2: Design and work on your own animal applique portrait.

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In-person Workshop - Nancy Brown (Mon, October 26, 2026)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In-person Workshop - Applique Animal Quilts

This is a two day in person workshop. 9-4 each day

Sign-up starts: Members Now and Non-Member 8/25/26

Day 1: Learn techniques for hand or fusible applique while working on a 15 x12 portrait of a Great Horned Owl against a background of Mount Diablo.

Day 2: Design and work on your own animal applique portrait.

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Virtual Workshop - Tina Craig (Sat, November 14, 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Virtual Workshop

English Paper Piecing with Large Prints

Signup starts: Members: Open Now; Non-Member 9/15/2026

Show off your beautiful large-scale prints by framing them in unique ways with English Paper Piecing. Add a single block to the back of a jean jacket or make a whole quilt! Instruction will include designing your own frames to suit your focus fabric, basting options, invisible hand stitching, and applique. PDF and SVG files will be provided for students to cut their own hexagon templates. Pre-cut templates may be purchased from Paperpieces.com or your local quilt shop.

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In Person Workshop - Fern Royce (Sat, January 23, 2027)

Sat, 23 Jan 2027 17:00:00 GMT

In Person - Quilting with Upcycled and Unusual Materials

Sign-up starts: Members open now and Non-Member 11/24/2026

Forget the quilting police and the “cotton only” rule. In this class you will be encouraged to build a quilt entirely out of fabric other than quilting cotton, including upcycled materials and clothing: vintage blocks or textiles, shirting, silk ties, linen or rayon blouses, wool or corduroy slacks or, heavens forbid, polyester clothing. Whether you use the fabric in the shape it comes from the garment or cut it into traditional squares or triangles, your quilt will be unique and personal. Use the fabric you like; make the quilts you love. Class open to all skill levels.

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Virtual Workshop - Daisy Aschehoug (Sat, February 20, 2027)

Sat, 20 Feb 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Virtual Workshop - Curved Strip Sets (Swoopies)

Sign-up starts: Members: Open Now; Non-Members 12/22/2026

This workshop starts with the basics of creating a curved strip slab using a large arc as a guide for our curves. The strip slab isn’t exactly improvisational piecing, but it isn’t exactly precision piecing either. It’s somewhere in the middle.Don’t worry about the ambiguity - you’ll receive very specific instructions during the workshop!

After you’ve created the strip slabs, there are a few options for your finished block. We’ll cover the steps necessary to make two kinds of blocks. Both utilize improvisational curved piecing skills that will be covered thoroughly.

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In Person Workshop - Lorraine Woodruff-Long (Sat, March 27, 2027)

Sat, 27 Mar 2027 16:00:00 GMT

In Person Workshop:

Reimagined: Artful Quilts from Everyday Cloth

Sign-up starts: Members open now and Non-Members 01/26/2027

Ever wondered how to ‘reimagine’ clothing to use for quilts? Not sure how or where to start? This workshop will help you take the leap to turn repurposed clothing to memorable quilts and help you exercise your improvisational creative muscles!

In this workshop you’ll learn how to ‘debone’ a shirt or other sewn garment to garner fabric – and pieces large and small - for your quilt. We’ll discuss improv concepts such as making choices as you go, embracing imperfection, and taking small steps to get started. With guided exploration, we focus on the enjoyment of the process and the satisfaction of creating something unique!