Upcoming Monthly Programs
Stephanie Patterson
Brand new to the Abilene area, professional quilter, Stephanie Patterson, shared her "scrappy" world with all her beautiful quilts at our September meeting. We will be having a class with her in November so save your scraps!
Jana Bailey
Our July program was presented by Jana Bailey from Sew Ready Quilt Studio. Bags, Bowls, etc. Are you tired of piecing a big quilt? Then try something new and fun!! Don’t be afraid to make a bag. They are loads of fun! Check out the SEW website for classes. https://sewabilene.com/classes
Angela McCorkle
Angela McCorkle will be our featured speaker October 10th. She is the owner of Quilts with a Heart in Priddy, Texas. Angela is an expert longarm quilter and quilt designer. Her quilting designs are amazing and full of delightful detail. She will be sharing information on the Quick Curve quilts. You absolutely do NOT want to miss her presentation! Bring a friend and let’s enjoy together!
Lattice Quilt Class
We had a great time at our November meeting showing off our scrappy Lattice Quilt tops we made at a class taught by Stephanie Patterson. She had us doing diagonal rows with happy abandon. Come join us every 2nd Monday for all the quilty fun!
Christmas Party
Our Christmas Party meeting was loads of fun! The evening will started with a delicious meal. We exchanged handmade ornaments and played games to share in the joy of the holiday season. Abilene Quilters' Guild knows how to celebrate Christmas with food and quilting friends!
Past Monthly Programs
Rule the Day!
Shaula Patton from Feathered Star Quilt Shop in Clyde demonstrated several specialty rulers. She showed off all the beautiful designs that can be made from just a few tools. Drop by and see her for a personal tutorial.
Tips, Hints, & Tricks
Even the best of quilters can learn new techniques and shortcuts that make sewing a joy! Torie Anderson, Dianne Hawley, Stephanie Patterson, Sue Gan, Denise Brunner, and others gave great suggestions to improve our skills.
Bed Turnings
Joy Ivy truly did bring joy to our April meeting when she demonstrated the art of Bed Turning. She presented several antique quilts laid out on a "bed". Then she proceeded to share a short history about the origins and life of each quilt as her helpers lifted it up for the audience to appreciate.
October 14th - Strips and Strings
Workshop 1pm-4pm
Shaula Patton, from Feathered Star Quilt Shop in Clyde, will be doing a "Strips and Strings" class and presentation. She will be demonstrating different ways string piecing is used to create interesting quilts from small scraps that all quilters have stashed away. The cost will be $30 for Guild members, $35 for non-members. Email qgabilene@gmail.com to reserve your seat!
PLEASE be on time - the festivities will start promptly at 1pm!
Michele Markey from Medina Domestic Arts Studio gave a fabulous presentation at our September 9th meeting. She showed us how to use colored pens, markers, and paints to enhance your quilt. It's not a difficult process but it will make your quilt really stand out!
September 9, 2024
