Block Printing Repeat Patterns Creating repeat patterns is a timeless technique that is widely used in textile design. In this webinar with Pantera Saint-Montaigne, you’ll learn the essentials of printing repeat patterns on fabric. We’ll examine the way block printing, with small blocks, can be used to create larger patterns. You will also learn the… Read More
Laser Cutting for Modern Quilting Have you ever considered creating custom acrylic templates? Or custom English Paper Piecing papers? Or would you like an easier way to cut a Hawaiian-style appliqué quilt? All these things are possible with a laser cutter, and having these cut for yourself isn’t as far-fetched as you might think. This… Read More
Textile Talk | Seeing Myself: A Story Through Quilting with Aisha Lumumba In this Textile Talk, the Modern Quilt Guild’s Colleen Molen is joined by Aisha Lumumba. Aisha is a prolific quilter as well as an author of 10 books where she has beautifully combined her loves of writing, vegetarian cooking, and quilting. In this conversation, we’ll see Aisha’s evolution as a… Read More
Quilt Embellishments: How to Make Yo-Yos Get the kids in your life involved in a fun entry-level sewing project with experienced artist Marquetta Johnson! Join Marquetta as she shares her approach to creating a much-loved traditional textile decoration, the yo-yo. This simple hand-sewing project is a great bridge to get kids interested in sewing, and can… Read More
Getting Started with English Paper Piecing (EPP) Learn all about what English Paper Piecing (EPP) is and how to get started. This easy handwork technique (requiring minimal supplies) is perfect for quilters looking for a portable project or only have a short periods of time to sew. Working with the EPP version of her alphabet pattern, entitled… Read More
Textile Talk | Finding my Way Back Home – A Textile Odyssey In this Textile Talk webinar, Marquetta Johnson and Amanda Hines Bernay discuss Marquetta’s long family history of quilting and art, her perspectives on quilting, and her journey as a quilter and teaching artist, with plenty of photos to delight and engage the viewers. TextileTalks_web.png This webinar was… Read More
Curved Piecing: Beyond the Drunkard’s Path Let’s explore the world of curved piecing. In Beyond the Drunkard’s Path, Yvonne will explore improvisational curves and how to use rulers to make more than a Drunkard’s Path block. Additional inspiration and resources will be shared to help you get curvy!… Read More
Textile Talk | Reflecting on Modern: A Retrospective Chat about QuiltCon Winners In this Textile Talk webinar, the Modern Quilt Guild will present images of past winners in various categories from previous QuiltCon shows. Join Amanda Hines Bernay, the MQG’s Director of Partnerships, and Colleen Molen, the MQG’s Exhibits Coordinator, as they have a discussion about modern quilting and what makes these… Read More
Big Stitch Hand Binding Big stitch hand binding is wildly popular these days and for good reason! It adds a unique finishing touch and modern aesthetic to your quilts. In this webinar, Eliane will cover the supplies needed for big stitch hand binding, the technique for that perfect bind, and stitch variations to keep… Read More
Quarantined Studio Visit with Chawne Kimber Chawne Kimber’s interview with Program Director Davana Robedee from the Schweinfurth Art Center. Visit Chawne’s website Complete Cauchy to see more of her work. Read More
