Whether you're looking to expand your skills, explore new techniques, or just have some good creative fun, I offer a variety of workshops designed for quilters of all levels. From playful appliqué and bold piecing to thoughtful quilt repair and design, each class blends practical instruction with encouragement and a dash of whimsy.

Workshops can be customized to fit your group’s needs—whether you’re a small guild or a large festival. There are half-day or full-day sessions, and every workshop includes clear supply lists and promotional materials to make planning easy.

Workshops:

Rates:

Half-Day Classes: $250 (minimum of 8 students)
Full-Day Classes: $500 (minimum of 8 students)

Pattern or kit fees, if applicable, are listed with each class description.

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Full supply list and yardage requirements
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3 Hour Classes

Quilt Design by the seat of your pants

Duration: 3 hours
Skill Level: All levels welcome
Workbook Fee: $20
Supplies: Basic sewing supplies, 12 ten-inch squares of muslin (or 12 completed quilt blocks),

and note-taking materials.
No sewing required!

Tired of cookie-cutter quilt layouts? Let’s shake things up.

In this popular, no-sewing workshop, you’ll learn how to work with blocks of varying sizes and ditch the one-size-fits-all grid. Explore creative layout options, smart

block placement, and fresh setting ideas that put your quilt in the driver’s seat.
You’ll leave with a flexible toolkit of design strategies and a roadmap to build your own one-of-a-

kind quilt layout—with confidence and creativity.

Becoming a Quilt Doctor

Duration: 3 or 4 hours
Skill Level: Intermediate
Kit Fee: $25
Supplies: Kit (required), basic sewing supplies, sharp embroidery scissors,

appliqué or straw needles. No sewing machines needed!

Rescue. Revive. Respect.

Have a soft spot for wounded quilts? This hands-on workshop is your introduction to the art—and heart—of quilt repair. Learn essential tools, practical techniques, and the guiding ethics behind restoration as you work on a practice project in class.

We’ll cover how to assess damage, when to mend (and when to let go), and how to approach repair with respect for both history and craftsmanship. Full of tips, tricks, and real-world insight, this class is a favorite among quilters who love giving old, well loved textiles a new lease on life.

Flex Classes! 3 or 6 Hour Classes

Does your group love to complete a project during the workshop? These classes can be flexed to allow more time during class so students head home with more!

Wool-pliqué

Skill Level: All levels welcome (Confident Beginner and up)

Give a classic block a fresh twist—with color, texture, and woolly charm!
In this fun and flexible workshop, you’ll reimagine a traditional pieced quilt block using rich wool fabrics that seem to float against your background. The result? A striking 20" x 20" wallhanging or pillow bursting with personality.

Bring your own background fabric and build your block from a gorgeous palette of wool—choose from vibrant jewel tones or soft spring shades. With several block patterns to pick from and dozens of wool colors available, no two projects will be alike!

Kit Fee: $30
More details and supply info will be provided after registration.

String-pliqué®
String your appliqué to a whole new level of fun!

Skill level: All levels welcome (Confident beginner and up)

Dive into a vibrant world of scraps, strings, and creativity with the

String- pliqué® technique—a cheerful twist on fused appliqué that

turns fabric strips into bold, expressive designs.

Rooted in tradition, string quilting has been found in American quilts

for over a century—treasured for its resourcefulness, color, and charm.

This modern take honors that legacy while adding fresh flair and playful possibilities.

In this workshop, you’ll choose from several whimsical patterns, including:

Crazy Daisy – A blooming burst of color (14" x 18")
HeartStrings – A sweet scatter of scrappy hearts (22" x 22")
Scotties on a String – Spunky little terriers with “paws-itive” personality (22" x 22")

Whether you lean toward bold rainbows or subtle scrappy blends, the design possibilities are as limitless as your fabric basket.

Pattern & Foundation Fabric Fee: $15
All pattern sizes are included; more details provided upon workshop selection.

6 Hour Classes

Quilt History: Dating Fabrics and Quilts

Duration: 6 or 12* hours

Skill Level: All levels welcome

Crayons, color, and quilt clues—travel through time with textiles!
Color your way through quilt history as we explore styles, fabrics, and

techniques from the early 1800s to the mid 20th century.

This hands-on workshop gives special focus to how colors evolved

over the decades—and how those subtle (and not-so-subtle!) shifts

can help us date vintage and antique fabrics with surprising accuracy.

We’ll also dive into the quiltmaking techniques and historical

contexts that shaped each era. Quilts, tops, and blocks representing each time period will be shown, giving students a rich visual journey through time.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own quilts (one each please!) for hands-on fabric dating and discussion.

Supplies: Note-taking materials (no pens, please). Provided: Workbook and crayons.
Workbook/Kit Fee: $20

*This workshop can be expanded to a two-day, in-depth experience for those with a serious interest in quilt and fabric history. Additional fee applies.

Kansas City Stars

Size: 78" x 97"
Skill Level: All levels welcome (Confident Beginner and up)
Technique: Pieced
Pattern Fee: $10

A nostalgic tribute to the beloved quilt patterns published by the

Kansas City Star newspaper. This pieced beauty honors traditional

blocks from quilting’s golden print era—perfect for lovers of history

and heritage in every stitch.

Pattern Fee: $10

Wimmen’s Work

Sizes: 50" x 60" or 72” x 92”
Skill Level: All levels welcome (Confident Beginner

and up)

Technique: Pieced

Pattern Fee: $10

A celebration of women’s lives and labors—colorful, creative, and far from simple. These classic blocks nod to the unsung work of generations past, wrapped in fabric and resilience.

Choose from two sizes to suit your story.

Hoppy Tails to You

Finished Size: 22” x 34” wallhanging (*larger sizes available in pattern)
Technique: Fused appliqué (taught in class)
Skill Level: All levels welcome (Confident Beginner and up)

Hop on over to the fun side of appliqué!

This whimsical project is perfect for spring decorating, a cheerful crib quilt, or

just a bit of bunny-themed joy for your wall. Learn fused appliqué techniques

while stitching up a row of colorful cottontails—each with their own personality

and bow-tied flair!

The included pattern offers sizing from crib to king, so you can make it

as sweet or as grand as you like.

Pattern Fee: $5.00

Graphic Jack

Skill Level: All levels welcome (Confident Beginner and up)

Technique: Pieced

Bold. Eye-catching. Surprisingly approachable.

This pieced quilt may look complex, but don’t be fooled— it’s much easier than it seems! Graphic Jack uses clever placement and strong contrast to create a striking optical illusion that works beautifully in both modern and traditional colorways.

The class will teach a 30” x 30” wallhanging, but you’ll receive yardage info to size it up into a full quilt if you’d like to go bigger.

Whether you love the drama of red and white or want to explore your own palette, this is a fun and rewarding project with high visual impact.

Pattern Fee: $10.00

The Skinny

Finished Size: 12" x 30"
Techniques: Pieced & Appliquéd
Skill Level: All levels welcome (Confident Beginner and up)

Join us for a stitchy escape into whimsy!

Create a charming wallhanging that’s long on personality but delightfully quick to finish.

“The Skinny” is a playful, feel-good project perfect for adding a splash of color and

character to your space— whether you're a seasoned stitcher or just getting your

quilting feet under you.

Pick your favorite Skinny design, bring your favorite background and border scraps,

and choose your wool on-site to make it uniquely yours.

You'll also learn how to felt wool—adding texture, dimension, and a touch of magic

to your appliqué!

Kit & Pattern Fee: $20
Full supply list provided upon registration.