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Upcoming Program
On Tuesday, April 24, we welcome an award-winning designer and instructor from Beaufort, Missouri. Toby Lischko offers great new ways to enhance your piecing skills.
An owner of Gateway Quilts & Stuff, Inc., Toby is known for her prolific quilt designs, her "Unfoundation Piecing" technique and her focus on inspiring others through her teaching.
Toby considers herself a traditional quilter. "I like to take traditional blocks and create something new and unique," she says. "When I teach classes, I want to impart my love of quilting and show others it only looks hard. I break everything down to basic steps that even a beginner can do. I want people to leave my class saying Wow, I did not know I could do that!"
She is a regular designer for P&B Textiles and has done commissioned work for Timeless Treasures, RJR Fabrics, and Marcus Bros. Fabrics. Her original work has appeared in many national magazines including McCalls Quilting, Quilters Newsletter, McCalls Quick Quilts, Quilter's World, The Quilter, American Patchwork & Quilting, and Miniature Quilts. She is also a virtual quilt designer for Hoffman Fabrics.
Toby's afternoon lecture/trunk show is "How the Curved Block Influenced My Quilting". This presentation is a short history of her prize-winning quilts and how blocks such as the New York Beauty and other curved piece blocks have influenced her work. It includes an overview of the last 200+ years of curved blocks and how they got their names.
The evening lecture/trunk show "Making Minis, Smaller not Harder" includes what goes into making miniature quilts, including fabric selection, quilting supplies, and techniques. A trunk show follows of her published and winning miniature quilts.
Guild meetings are held at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the West Des Moines United Methodist Church at 8th & Grand, in West Des Moines.
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TOBY LISCHKO
Millefiori--New York Beauty
Stars Over St. Louis--8 Point Star
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Piecetime Programs
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NEWCOMERS MEETINGS
Welcome to the Des Moines Area Quilter's Guild.
The Newcomers Group was formed in 1999 with the purpose of allowing new members to learn Guild procedures and meet other members in a smaller setting. It is open to members who have belonged to the Guild for less than one year.
If you qualify, please attend the meeting on Tuesday, April 17th at the Urbandale Library from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The Directors-at-Large will explain the duties of their office. Ginny Barchman will then give us an introduction to wool applique.
Remember to bring one or two of your quilts for Show & Tell. If you have done any wool applique please be sure to bring it.
We are looking forward to seeing on Tuesday, April 17th. FYI, the library does not allow food or drink in the meeting room.
Peggy Kirk, Vice President
SMALL GROUPS
Small groups are one of the most effective ways for members of the Guild to connect with one another. Because of this we are focusing on how to better serve our small groups and those who wish to join small groups.
First, the small group reporting form has been revised. We feel that it will give us better information. We ask that all small groups please fill out the new form, called "Small Group Form." Find the form by clicking HERE.
Second, we have created an "Individual Seeking Small Group Form." Now we will have the information necessary to make a better match with a group looking for additional members. Find the form by clicking HERE.
Please fill out the new form(s). You can mail your form to me or drop it off at the small group table at the Guild general meetings. Visit us at that table to ask questions or to pick up a form to fill out, too.
Thank you for helping us to serve you better.
Peggy Kirk
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UPCOMING 2012 WORKSHOPS
The mission of the Des Moines Area Quilters Guild is to stimulate an interest in quilts and quilt making, educating its members, and provide for the inter-change of information. (Adopted -- September 20, 2003).
You may mail in your reservation (see link to registration form) along with your workshop fee to Judy Proksa, 99 Linden Blvd., Pleasant Hill, IA 50327. And of course, we will be taking reservations at our meetings on Tuesdays. If you'd like to be put on a waiting list while sending in your registration, email Judy at jproksa@yahoo.com or call her at 515-266-1054. Once your check is received you'll be added to the workshop list
WORKSHOP LOCATION
April's Workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at West Des Moines Christian Church at 4501 Mills Civic Parkway in West Des Moines. To get there from Interstate 35, exit at Mills Civic Parkway, exit 70. Turn east onto Mills Civic Parkway and drive about .9 of a mile. The West Des Moines Christian Church will be on the north side of Mills Civic Parkway. We meet in Building #3 which is the one closest to Prairie Life Fitness.
Toby Lischko www.gatewayquiltsnstuff.com
Wednesday, April 25 (9 am - 4 pm) Millefiori - New York Beauty. A class based on Toby's Millefiori quilt featured in McCall's Quilting magazine May 2010 - how to create this unique New York Beauty quilt. It is an extension of Toby's Unfoundation piecing 101 class, which includes curved piecing, foundation piecing with freezer paper, and adds how to find designs with mirrors, fussy-cutting with templates, using stripes in your block, and construction of the block. Intermediate to advanced. Kit fee of $25 includes templates and pattern is required.
Thursday, April 26 (9 am - 4 pm) Stars Over St. Louis - Eight Point Star. The St. Louis Star has no "y" seams and has so many possibilities for designs. You can use mirrors to create a kaleidoscope effect. Participants may make her small "Miniature Quilt Magazine" prize winning wall quilt (18") or a 36" version. In the morning there is a short Powerpoint presentation on using mirrors and then you get to play with mirrors and sew the center medallion. In the afternoon you will learn to make perfect "y" seams without marking. Intermediate quilter. Kit fee of $35 includes the pattern, "Magic Mirrors", and acrylic templates (specify large or small).
Bettina Havig www.bettinahavig.com
Wednesday, May 23 (9 am - 4 pm) Classic English Medallion - 21st Century Style. With an overview of the classic style of English medallion style quilts students will get a glimpse of this style which influenced our quilts in both the late 18th and early 19th centuries and throughout the development of quilt making. With the concept in hand we will take a quantum leap into the 21st century. As only three size strips are used for all the basic units; we can sometime use the leftovers from one cutting to make the next borders. We will begin modestly with a wall hanging project but because of the style it may be the start of 'something big'. This is also a good introduction to quick pieced border options.
Thursday, May 24 (9 am - 4 pm) The Fine Art of Hand Quilting. A sampler of quilting designs in a 15 inch pillow top is designed to sharpen your quilting skills, achieve a smaller, even stitch and help develop good quilting techniques. A pattern for the sampler is provided. Students will use various marking techniques. Class discussion includes information on batting, threads and needles.
Melinda Bula www.melindabula.com
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Wednesday, June 27 (9 am - 4 pm) Fabulous Fusible Flowers - Summer Rose. Learn the basics for building a Fusible Flower quilt in these 6 hour classes. All students in the class work from the same flower pattern. You will learn the steps of developing a flower art quilt, including how color works to make a flower look real, how to use the fusible and lay out of design. Melinda encourages creativity while assisting those who may feel timid about color and design. All skill levels can master these flowers and make them their own. The students will get 80% of their flower done in class. There is a $15 pattern fee for pattern (most pattern pieces traced for student) and all hand outs.
Thursday, June 28 (9 am - 4 pm) Fabulous Fusible Flowers - Thread Play. Renegade Thread Play is covered and demonstrated in class. The class will all do the same flower but can choose the colors for their project as the flowers can be done in any color.
Mary Sorensen www.maryappliques.com
Wednesday, July 25 (9 am - 4 pm) Appliqué Potpourri. Explore advanced techniques for precision needleturn appliqué, and raise your skills to a new level. Learn straight-forward techniques for dealing with complex and challenging shapes, layering fabrics without bulk, and precision placement, as you stitch an elegant appliqué nosegay or wreath. Bring your questions and get hands-on help with your personal "trouble spots". Students must have a comfortable knowledge of hand appliqué. Skill level: Intermediate to advanced. Emphasis: Needleturn technique.
Thursday, July 26 (9 am - 4 pm) Baltimore Tribute - Advanced Hand Appliqué Techniques. Baltimore Album quilts remain a source of inspiration for hand appliqué. Using an original basket pattern designed in the spirit of the classic quilts of the mid-1800's, explore advanced needleturn techniques common to Baltimore Album quilts. These include woven baskets, complex flowers, layering without bulk, small circles, challenging shapes, and reverse appliqué. If you love hand appliqué, this class just may tempt you to stitch your own heirloom Baltimore Tribute quilt. Students must have a comfortable knowledge of hand appliqué. Skill level: Intermediate to advanced. Emphasis: Needleturn technique.
Sharon Rotz www.bysher.net
Wednesday, October 24 (9 am - 4 pm) String Piecing 101 and Beyond. In hard times, quilters used every bit of their fabric. Today, we can use string piecing techniques to create a delightful mixture of color and pattern. Learn the basics and get creative.
Thursday, October 25 (9 am - 4 pm) Paper Piecing by the Strip. Paper piecing is a wonderful way to make perfect points but can be confusing. How much fabric should be allowed? Where should it be placed? In this class, you will learn the trick of using fabric strips to conquer this useful technique.
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SPECIAL GROUP MEETINGS
TAG--The Applique Group
The TAG group meets the third Tuesday of every month at the Quilt Block at 10:00 a.m. Anyone interested in hand or machine applique is welcome. We are a very informal group, and usually talk and sew and then have show and tell. Some go to The General Store after the meeting for lunch. This is a great meeting for people who want to learn more because we have a good range of appliquers from new to very experienced. If you have any questions please contact Nancy Earll at 515-321-4949 or nanquilter@gmail.com
Evening Applique Society
DATE: The 1st Thursday of the Month
TIME: Beginning at 6:30 pm
PLACE: The Quilt Block in Valley Junction
If applique is your passion, either by hand or machine, gather your bags and items, we are regrouping again. You can be a Blue Ribbon winner or just starting out with a project and learning the techniques of the trade....all are welcome.
Feel free to bring snacks or teas to share. Also bring Show & Tell, UFO's or anything you may need help with or want to share.
The group meets at The Quilt Block on the 1st Thursday of the month @ 6:30 until.......Mary Miller (or one of her staff members) is kind enough to stay until we are ready to leave. If you forget anything, the shop with gladly open the register for sales of needed or must have products, so remember to bring your tucked back cash or credit cards.
If you have any questions, contact Jeannie Murphy at 515-440-2160 or QSJeanniem@aol.com
1800s Quilt Study Group
The 1800's Study Group will hold their next meeting on Thursday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Quilt Block in Valley Junction.
Mary Miller will lead a discussion on woven coverlets.
You can also join the discussion by joining our group on Yahoo. Go to http://groups.yahoo.com/ and search for 1800studygroup.
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WEBSITE
Please stop by and visit our re-designed DMAQG website at www.dmaqg.org for information about upcoming quilt shows and other events taking place around the area, our newsletter archive, as well as other useful information.
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