MQG 2024 Sew Along – Weeks 1 & 2 Weeks 1-2 Assignment – Cut Fabric The weeks 1 & 2 video is at the bottom of this page. For Weeks 1 and 2, we will cut fabric for the Satsuma quilt. There are lots of template pieces to cut, so this is a two week assignment. Prep Tip: Now is… Read More
MQG 2024 Sew Along – Color Resources There are endless color combinations for the Satsuma pattern! You are welcome to use any fabric that you like. Please refer to page 5 of the pattern for fabric requirements. We partnered with Holly Clarke, the designer of the Satsuma pattern, to mock up the… Read More
MQG 2024 Sew Along We’re excited to host a sew along and sew with you! We’re making the Satsuma pattern, the March 2024 resource library quilt pattern, designed by Holly Clarke, a Winnipeg MQG member. The sew along is open to any MQG member and kicks off Thursday, April… Read More
December 2023 Color Palette Inspiration The December 2023 Color Palette Inspiration is here! We were inspired by the rich and vibrant colors that one may occasionally see at sunset. Note that the numbers you see on the graphic are hex codes. These are digital codes that specify the color – these… Read More
November 2023 Color Palette Inspiration The November 2023 Color Palette Inspiration is here! We were inspired by 70s retro colors. These palettes tend to use secondary colors, and we featured rich red oranges, deep blue greens, and soft yellow greens. Note that the numbers you see on the graphic are… Read More
October 2023 Color Palette Inspiration The October 2023 Color Palette Inspiration is here! Move over pumpkin spice latte because we’ve got a dark and moody palette to inspire members. While the palette leans on darker values of green, there’s lots of opportunity for you to further build out the palette and play… Read More
Minimalism Resource Playlist Need an easier way to find the resources you’re looking for as you focus your study of modern quilts? Throughout the year, we will highlight different elements of modern quilting, and provide resource playlists for you. Minimalism is an element the MQG uses… Read More
September 2023 Color Palette Inspiration Hi Barbie! The September MQG Color Palette Inspiration is here! We drew inspiration from the record-breaking movie, Barbie. We can’t help but imagine how a modernized Barbie gingham dress or improv Weird Barbie-inspired quilts would take shape! Note that the numbers you see on the graphic are… Read More
August 2023 Color Palette Inspiration The August MQG Color Palette Inspiration is here! We drew inspiration from the new logo of our signature event, QuiltCon. Are you drawn to the cool blues and greens or the warm tones of orange, yellow, and pink? Note that the numbers you see on the graphic are hex codes. Read More
MQG Sew Along Weeks 15 & 16 Weeks 15 & 16 Assignment – Assemble Quilt Top Click here to watch the Weeks 15 & 16 Video – A look at assembling the quilt top. Please refer to pages 15-16 in the pattern for full instructions on assembling the quilt top. You… Read More
