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Find Your Quilty Identity
– Zoom Lecture
Lecture by Erin Grogan from LoveSewModern
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at 6:00 pm CST
Guest tickets are available for $10
This lecture dives into the discovery of who you are as an artist as quilter. I’ve met many wonderful quilters who feel like they don’t know what they “like.” They say things like they only make quilts from kits or feel like they have to use what fabric is currently popular. There’s nothing wrong with this approach if it brings you joy, but if you’re looking to grow this is the lecture for you. I break down the four different stages of a quilter. I then share my process for finding the color palette that represents you.
Note: This lecture is free for BNMQG members.
Guest tickets are available for $10.
For more information:
Visit David’s website
Follow David on Instagram: @davidowenhastings
Minimal Design, Maximum Impact – Zoom Lecture
Lecture by David Owen Hastings
Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 6:00 pm CST
Guest tickets are available for $10
The modern quilting movement is evolving and changing, but one thing remains consistent: simple, spare design combined with thoughtful quilting make an outstanding combination.
This talk gives an overview of David’s process for coming up with simple graphic quilt designs, starting with stitched paper models (called maquettes). He will show examples of how to translate an architectural photo into a quilt design and will have many samples of mini quilts he created using this process. The techniques he will present are also great for making unique modern quilt block designs. As a bonus, he will talk about walking foot quilting and how to break free from stitch in the ditch.
Note: This lecture is free for BNMQG members.
Guest tickets are available for $10.
For more information:
•Visit Carolina’s website
•Follow Carolina on Instagram: @carolina_oneto
The Power of Color Composition – Zoom Lecture
Lecture by Carolina Oneto
Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 6 pm CST
Color is an important element in art. Understanding how to use it can be a strong tool to create contrast, balance, focal point and many other important principles when it is time to compose your own work. Expand your color knowledge in this lecture.
Note: This lecture is free to BNMQG members.
Guest tickets are available for $10.
For more information:
Visit Elizabeth’s website Epida Studio
Follow Elizabeth on Instagram
@elizabeth.epidastudio
Pojagi – from Ancient Korea to Modern Canada
– Zoom Lecture
Lecture by Elizabeth DeCroos
Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 6 pm CST
Part lecture and part trunk show, this fun talk tells my journey from Canada to Korea and back again. While in Korea, I studied the ancient art of Pojagi, Korean patchwork. Back in Canada, however, the Korean materials are more difficult to find, so I adapted pojagi techniques to readily-available western materials with some great results
Note: This lecture is free to BNMQG members.
Guest tickets are available for $10.
For more information:
Visit Sarah’s website: saroy.net
Follow Sarah on Instagram: @saroy
On Facebook, follow SarahRuizQuilts
100 Days to Creative Bliss
– Zoom Lecture
Lecture by Sarah Ruiz
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 6 pm CST
100 Days to Creative Bliss
100 day projects are an excellent way to both practice creative discipline and discover creative freedom. In this lecture, I discuss the benefits of a daily practice and explore what I have learned about creativity from 10+ years of 100 day projects and similar creative goal-setting. Whether you are looking for renewed focus and motivation in your quilting work, planning to practice a new skill, or simply wanting a bit of daily joy, this lecture will help get you started!
Note: This lecture is free to BNMQG members.
Guest tickets are available for $10.
For more information
Visit LoveSewModern’s website
Follow Erin and LoveSewModern on instagram
BNMQG member price for the workshop is $50.
Quilt Coat 101 Workshop – Zoom Workshop
With Erin Grogan of LoveSewModern
Saturday, October 8 from 9 am – 12 pm CST and
Saturday, October 22 from 9 am – 12 pm
Making a quilt jacket is easier than you think, and even easier when you have an expert walking you through the process.
In this workshop you will:
– Walk you through the planning of your Quilt Jacket.
– How to take your proper body measurements.
– How to correctly print and assemble PDF quilt pattern pieces.
– How to grade your pattern pieces to be the perfect fit for YOU!
– How to cut out your pattern pieces.
– How to sew an armscye.
– How to sew a button hole.
– How to attach rivets and snaps.
Included in the workshop is a Planning Worksheet, and a Measurements Guide Worksheet. You will also receive the hood add-on drafted by Erin.
This class is two 3 hour classes.
Materials and Supply Lists:
Supply List
Measurement worksheet
Planning worksheet
For more information:
Visit David’s website
Follow David on Instagram: @davidowenhastings
BNMQG member price for the workshop is $50.
Non-member registration opens on August 1 and the cost will be $60 if seats are available.
Mini Mid-Mod Quilts
– Zoom Workshop
With David Owen Hastings
Saturday, December 3, 2022 at 10:00 am CST
These charming little quilts are inspired by Mid-Century Modern design, and are a great skill-building project to learn a number of quilting techniques.
Start with a simple, modern color palette of neutral fabrics with a flash of color. Clean lines combined with simple design give each tiny composition a sophisticated feeling. This is a great project for using small scraps and bits of special fabric.
Learn the quilt-as-you-go method. A materials and supplies list will be emailed in advance. Hand stitching adds a sleek, linear element. Finishing techniques will be demonstrated.
This workshop is a 3-HOUR live-stream event, conducted on Zoom, consisting of live instruction. Guidance for getting started will be sent in advance of the workshop. Work small, Work smart, look great.
BNMQG member price for the workshop is $50.
Non-member registration opens on August 1 and the cost will be $60 if seats are available.
Curves and Transparencies Zoom Workshop
Workshop by Carolina Oneto
Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 9 am CST
Curves and transparencies: In this workshop the participants will make a mini quilt top, where we will design it from scratch. Carolina will talk about Color Theory and how you can create a transparency effect with color and fabric. You will learn how to cut fabrics with complex shapes and to join these curved shapes by machine. This workshop is a 4-HOUR live-stream event, conducted on Zoom.
BNMQG member price for the workshop is $50.
Non-member registration opens on August 1 and the cost will be $60 if seats are available.
For more information:
•Visit Carolina’s website
•Follow Carolina on Instagram: @carolina_oneto
Modern Mystery Quilt Challenge
January 2022 – January 2023
The Modern Mystery Quilt Challenge will focus on characteristics of modern quilts and will provide the opportunity for members to build their modern designing and quilting skills along the way. Participants will have a monthly modern “block” to complete, post progress, be eligible for monthly prizes and a grand prize at the end of the challenge. BNMQG members can join at anytime during the challenge but will only be eligible for monthly prizes when they complete the monthly “unit” by the deadline and must catchup and complete the entire challenge to be eligible for the grand prize.
“Units” will have directions, resources, deadlines, and many have videos. Participants will choose their own color palettes and have the ability to decide how big their final quilt will be. Mystery Mondays will be available for participants via zoom for participants to see live demos, ask questions, and sew with other participants. A private Facebook group will be available for challenge participants but it is not mandatory. Contact Nancy P. for questions regarding the challenge.
BNMQG Member Free Events – Signups
Kona Color or the Year
Mini Quilt Challenge
Registration – TBA
Sew Days
Sat., July 9, 2022 (9am – 3 pm)
Meeting day Sew Days
Tues., July 26 (9am – 3pm)
Tues., Aug. 28 (9am – 3pm)
These will be in person events and Zoom invites will be sent to all BNMQG members on Friday before the Sew Day
Tech Tuesdays
TBA
Modern Mystery Challenge – Kickoff zooms – 11 am or 7 pm
Challenge #1 – January 3
Challenge #2 – February 7
Challenge #3 – March 7
Challenge #4 – April 4
Challenge #5 – May 2
Challenge #6 – June 6
Challenge #7 – July 11
Challenge #8 – August 1
Challenge #9 – September 5
Challenge #10 – October 3
Challenge #11 – November 7
Challenge #12 – Finishing
Challenge Complete – February 28, 2023
Heart Beat Quilts
The hospital is taking quilts again!
Heartbeat Quilts – please bring completed quilts or tops to the June, July, or August meetings
Special Events
BNMQG Retreat
Sept. 9-12, 2022
Our goal is to provide quality programs for BNMQG members and guests!
Bloomington/Normal Modern Quilt Guild 