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Lectures

An Eclectic Mix - Trunk Show

I will share with you my quilts since 1989 and some of the lessons I have learned along the way.  I started as a mainly self -taught traditional quilter, machine piecer and hand lap quilter. Over the years I started taking technique classes to understand how quilters were creating the wonderful art quilts I was seeing at shows. I have always been eclectic in other areas of my life and quilting is no different. I now use any technique from my toolbox to achieve the end result…a beautiful unique quilt.


This is my most popular trunk show because it shares some of all the styles of quilts I make! Quilts inspired by childrens artwork, incorporating vintage needlework, art quilts, traditional...there is sure to be something to interest everyone in your group.


Creating Children's Artwork - Trunk Show

Based on my first book Creating Children’s Artwork Quilts

Working with children's artwork has always brought me a lot of pleasure. Let me share with you the products and techniques I use to create these works of are and share many of my projects with you. Bring samples of artwork you would like to create and we can brainstorm ideas of how you can create your own unique piece of art. Children love seeing their work recreated!


From Photos to Fabric - Powerpoint and Trunk Show

Let me share with you over 25 quilts that I have designed. They are made with a variety of techniques but all of them were inspired by photographs.

 

Let’s Get Creative with Quilt Labels - Powerpoint and Trunk Show

Based on my second book Let’s Get Creative With Quilt Labels

due to be released Jan. 2014


Celebrate the Day With Quilts - Trunk Show

Based on my third book Celebrate the Day With Quilts

due to be released Spring 2014


A Certain Charm - Trunk Show

Quilting with vintage needlework is something I have always loved to do. Vintage pieces have a certain charm you cannot recreate. It's also a great way to get those special pieces you inherited out of the closet where they can be enjoyed Let me share with you a variety of projects I have created over the years. I started out buying orphan quilt blocks and practicing my skills on small wall hangings. I now collect any vintage textiles to create my pieces with. I enjoy the challenge of working with all of the flaws and limitations the pieces appear to have.

 

 

It's Challenging but Fun - Trunk Show

I have almost always designed my own quilts and over the years I have participated in quite a few formal challenges. I realized that my method of quilting is similar to a formal challenge in that there are usually sets of rules to conform to. I enjoy the challenge of not knowing what my quilt will look like when I start working on it. I believe everyone has the ability to design his or her own quilts it just takes practice. I will share with you a collection of my quilts starting with very early pieces and finishing with my most recent works.

 

Fees* Prices valid for 2014

1 to 1 1/2 hour Lecture: $425-$375 if booked in conjunction with a workshop

3-Hour Workshops: $450

6-Hour Workshops: $650



*Plus travel expenses - mileage @ current government rate

                                      accommodations if more then 2 hours away