Current Classes

2024 

September –

Saturday September 21, 2024

Lecture: Ellen Adams, a fellow quilter from Delaware County who is known and loved will present and give a trunk show.  I have been told by many who have seen her and know her that she is a wonderful presenter with lots of spunk and will keep you captivated.  Lecture (In-Person): 11:00 am EST-12:00 pm EST Members: Free  Non-members: $5

Workshop (In-Person): 12:30 pm EST- 3:30 pm EST Members: $15 Non-members: $20
Workshop:
Funky Chicken wool applique, Kits are available to purchase at $20.

To register email: tiggerturtle313@msn.com

Payment method:  After registration is confirmed, mail check made payable to “Wiltwyck Quilters Guild” to: Carolyn Boice PO Box 117; Tillson, NY 12486

 This is an in person workshop. Location :  Grace Church. 160 Seremma Ct., Lake Katrine, NY 12449                        

October  –

Saturday October 19, 2024 Lecture:  Silk and Salvage – Julia McLeod 11:00 am EST-12:00 pm EST

This is the story of my three and a half year collaboration with San Francisco Bay Area quilt maker Sue Fox. Together we created stunning silk quilts and drew inspiration from our shared projects that fed our own, solo work.  This lecture, trunk show and Q & A session shows Silk and Salvage collaborative quilts as well as my own work. We’ll discuss the pros and cons of working with other quilters and examine the way that contrasting styles and working methods can spark creativity.   Members: Free Non-members: $ 5

Workshop

(Zoom): October 19, 2024 12:30 pm EST- 3:30 pm EST  Piecing the PineapplePiece the traditional Pineapple block using a uniquely lightweight, printed foundation made by EZ Piecing exclusively for her classes. This light-as-a-feather product adds no extra weight or bulk to your blocks.  She’ll discuss color choices and careful color placement through fussy cutting. Ideal for working with silk and any fine, unstable fabrics, you can also take this class using quilters cottons, wool, batiks, whatever you choose.  Kit fee $15. Bring your own neckties and more if you would like!Kits need to be purchased from the below site which provides you the printed foundation used to make these beautiful pineapples!  https://www.ezpiecing.com/product-page/pineapple-kaleidoscope-by-julia-mcleod

If you would like to use old ties to create your piece please prepare for this class by watching this short videos on How to Deconstruct a Necktie 
Members: $ 20 Non-members: $ 25

To register email: tiggerturtle313@msn.com

Payment method:  After registration is confirmed, mail check made payable to “Wiltwyck Quilters Guild” to: Carolyn Boice PO Box 117; Tillson, NY 12486

 This is a zoom workshop. Workshop links will be sent out when available and when registrations are complete. 

 

November  – 

December  – Holiday party

2025
January

Saturday January 18, 2024
Lecture:  Confessions of a Fabric Whisperer — Ellen Lindner
11:00 am EST-12:00 pm EST Members: Free Non-members: $ 5

What do 750 pins, window screening, and paint have in common?  They’ve all been used by Ellen Lindner in creative ways as she’s made art quilts.  Join her in an amusing accounting of some of the wacky things she’s done over the years, some of them successful and some of them resulting in “rough drafts.”  She’ll share with you why even the unsuccessful ones are useful and why she fearlessly embraces experimentation.

Workshop (Zoom): January 18, 2025 and January 25, 2025 12:45 pm EST- 3:45 pm EST : Floral ImprovIn this class you’ll learn how to make flowers without a pattern. Then, you’ll learn how to create a dynamic composition. With Ellen’s pointers on design you’ll be guaranteed to make a masterpiece.  Finally, you’ll learn a quick technique for facing and finishing your quilt with NO hand sewing! Members: $ 40 Non-members: $ 45

To register email: tiggerturtle313@msn.com

Payment method:  After registration is confirmed, mail check made payable to “Wiltwyck Quilters Guild” to: Carolyn Boice PO Box 117; Tillson, NY 12486 

This is a zoom workshop. Workshop links will be sent out when available and when registrations are complete.
Class samples

February –

Saturday February 15, 2025

 

Lecture (Zoom):February 15, 2025  11:00 am EST-12:00 pm EST
Exploring Art Quilt Collage  – Deborah Boschert

Deborah shares her most recent art quilts and talks about developing her own personal style. Tons of examples of her favorite techniques, materials and themes. She’ll tell stories about exciting collaborations, surprising discoveries and finding inspiration in unexpected places. Members: Free Non-members: $ 5

Workshop (Zoom): February 15, 2025 12:30 pm EST- 3:30 pm EST   
 Embroidered Fabric Collage Part !

Hand stitching brings fabric collage to life! Combine fused appliqué with improvisational hand embroidery to create two unique, personal small art quilt collages. Learn several embroidery stitches and how to incorporate them into your design for maximum texture, interest and artistry. We’ll cover tips for fused appliqué and improvisational composition. Members: $ 20 Non-members: $ 25

To register email: tiggerturtle313@msn.com

Payment method: After registration is confirmed, mail check made payable to “Wiltwyck Quilters Guild” to: Carolyn Boice PO Box 117; Tillson, NY 12486

 This is a zoom workshop. Workshop links will be sent out when available and when registrations are complete.
Some examples

           

March 

Saturday March 15, 2025
Lecture (Zoom):March 15, 20211:00 am EST-12:00 pm EST
Bringing Architecture to LifeRachel Derstine

A PowerPoint lecture featuring my architecture quilts.  My recent move to Philadelphia has inspired a new series of quilts featuring favorite buildings and vistas.  I include the techniques used to create these quilts in the lecture. Members: Free Non-members: $ 5

Workshop:(Zoom): ​March 15, 2025 and March 22, 2025 12:30 pm EST- 3:30 pm EST Architecture Quilts

A full day workshop (which we split into 2-3hr. sessions) creating a quilt based on an architecture photo.   Do you have a favorite building you’d like to recreate?  We will be doing fused applique using a picture that has meaning to you. Rachel would like you to pick something that brings a smile to your face whether it be the barn you raised cows in or a pier you visited with your grandpa or a dock that housed your family boat. The class will work on how to create proper perspective and how to infuse some vibrant color into your buildings to create a beautiful masterpiece. Members: $ 35.00 Non-members: $ 40.00

To register email: tiggerturtle313@msn.com

Payment method:  After registration is confirmed, mail check made payable to “Wiltwyck Quilters Guild” to: Carolyn Boice PO Box 117; Tillson, NY 12486

This is a zoom workshop. Workshop links will be sent out when available and when registrations are complete.
These are samples of quilts she has made.

   

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