All workshops are 1.5 hrs and cost $15 (in cash paid upon check-in at MOD - if you register for a workshop you will not be allowed into MOD until you have paid your workshop fees and you will not be able to cancel your workshop registrations. Please bring cash with you to pay for your workshops to the registration desk to pay when checking in.) Workshop times are included below along with approximate material costs, in addition to any kit fees the instructors may require. Supply and material lists for each workshop will be provided at least 1 month prior to the retreat.
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Intro to Paper Piecing
Instructor: Kathy Schwabeland
Date/Time: Friday, May
3, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Description: This workshop is an introduction to paper piecing. During class you will learn the fundamentals of paper piecing while creating several charm square sized moth blocks. The blocks can then be mixed into other projects which use charm squares.
Improv Substrates
Instructor: Daniela Di Iorio
Date/Time: Friday,
May 3, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Description: Using improvisational techniques, this workshop shows you how to create a one of a kind piece from various fabric substrates. You'll use a combination of substrates such as denim, vintage linens, double gauze, linen, voile, lawn, quilting cotton, shirting, textured fabric, etc. Students will use scissors in class and should bring their sense of adventure! This piece can become a mini quilt, be used as a focal point on a quilt, a panel on a bag or pouch, a pillow, as a piece of art -- the possibilities are endless!
Quilting Skills for Clean Finish Garments
Instructor: Shari van der Grijn

Description: Quilters can use their precision piecing skills
and understanding of bias binding to construct clean finish garments without a
serger. Using the Made by Rae Ruby Top pattern, students will
learn to to construct a lining/facing (using the burrito construction method),
how to add additional seam allowance to construct a french seam and how to use
bias binding to finish edges and seam allowances.
The Ruby pattern is ideal for quilters as the pattern offers numerous opportunities to use scraps as well as recycling a men's shirt for the base.
All students will leave the class with a finished garment ready to greet summer weather!
The Ruby pattern is ideal for quilters as the pattern offers numerous opportunities to use scraps as well as recycling a men's shirt for the base.
All students will leave the class with a finished garment ready to greet summer weather!
Let's Face It
Instructor: Betsy Vinegrad
Description: Are you looking for an alternative to binding your quilts? Facing a quilt is much easier than it looks. I will demonstrate at least one technique and show examples of different options. You can just watch the demo or bring something to finish.
Supply list to follow for those who want to participate.
Guided Improv Adventure
Instructor: Melanie Tuazon
Date/Time: Saturday,
May 4, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Description: Take a trip into
the unknown with a guided improvisation exercise. Students will follow
teacher-led instructions to set parameters and improvise within a set of
limitations. If students would rather sketch a design based on the instructions and sew later, that is an available option. This class gives structure for beginning improvisers and
freedom for the experienced and confident ones. Think mystery quilt meets
choose your own adventure. Every student’s work will be different.
Boro Stitching
Instructors: Linda Fasules and Anne Brill
Description: Students will learn the art of boro stitching, an
ancient Japanese mending technique using the running stitch. What was once done
to make garments last longer, is now done for the sheer beauty of the patches
and stitches.We will create a layered and stitched 8 x 10" piece which the
students can use to make a finished object such as a tote, zippered pouch or
other quilted items. We will show examples of these.
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Feathers: FMQ for Modern Quilters
Instructor: Jacqueline Laba
Date/Time: Saturday,
May 4, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Description: Move past your walking foot and enhance your
modern quilts by learning several modern free motion quilting designs using
your domestic sewing machine. No feathers, swirls or meandering---instead,
experiment with geometric forms, curves, and lines in this hands-on workshop.
Some free motion experience is desirable but you don't need to be an expert.
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