September 2021 - Annual General Meeting via Zoom
October 2021 via Zoom
Meet the new executive and hear their plans for the 2021/2022 year.
Bill and Janet will discuss their experiences entering quilts into the National Juried Show at Quilt Canada.
Bill and Janet will discuss their experiences entering quilts into the National Juried Show at Quilt Canada.
November 2021 via Zoom - John MacPhail
John MacPhail of Art East Quilting Co of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia will be speaking. John is a pattern designer and he is well known for his pet portraits.
December 2021 via Zoom - Sheila Frampton Cooper
When award-winning artist Sheila Frampton Cooper creates, she revels in the spontaneous. Her free-form process with its surprising twists and turns inevitably delivers her to a place of unfiltered originality where her bold work unapologetically commands attention.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Sheila showed a strong-willed, artistic temperament from an early age and has been creating art since her earliest memories. When she was 19 she lived in Italy, France and Belgium, and upon her return, embarked with a vengeance down her creative path. Several years later as a single mom working hard to provide for her two young sons, she painted in the evenings as a creative outlet. One night as she was working, she looked at the painting and thought, “I don't like this,” so she dipped the brush in paint and started throwing it around in a frenzy. Then something magical happened—there was a whole scene on the canvas that just flowed out. That moment profoundly changed her.
From years of oil, acrylic and watercolor painting to jewelry-making and architectural photography, it has been a surprising leap to her current passion of studio art quilts. Her greatest affinity lies with improvisational piecing, as well as painting with thickened dyes and various aspects of surface design. Whether it’s a butterfly on her windowsill, a bird in her garden or the colors of a tropical fish, Sheila finds inspiration in the natural world as well as the bustling metropolis. This duality manifests itself in her work through bold, graphic designs juxtaposed with more quiet and flowing, amorphous creations.
Sheila is also a passionate teacher and has shared her process in workshops around the world. She says, "Another wonderful change quilting brought into my life was the opportunity to teach. It is a privilege for me to witness what my students accomplish in 2-5 days! I am honored to hold the space and guide them as they discover the freedom, joy, and for some, the discomfort that comes from not knowing the outcome of their creations".
Since embarking on her fiber art adventure in 2010, Sheila has won awards at major quilt shows, including: IQA World of Beauty in Houston, AQS Show in Paducah and Road to California. Her work has been exhibited in the United States, Europe and Asia.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Sheila showed a strong-willed, artistic temperament from an early age and has been creating art since her earliest memories. When she was 19 she lived in Italy, France and Belgium, and upon her return, embarked with a vengeance down her creative path. Several years later as a single mom working hard to provide for her two young sons, she painted in the evenings as a creative outlet. One night as she was working, she looked at the painting and thought, “I don't like this,” so she dipped the brush in paint and started throwing it around in a frenzy. Then something magical happened—there was a whole scene on the canvas that just flowed out. That moment profoundly changed her.
From years of oil, acrylic and watercolor painting to jewelry-making and architectural photography, it has been a surprising leap to her current passion of studio art quilts. Her greatest affinity lies with improvisational piecing, as well as painting with thickened dyes and various aspects of surface design. Whether it’s a butterfly on her windowsill, a bird in her garden or the colors of a tropical fish, Sheila finds inspiration in the natural world as well as the bustling metropolis. This duality manifests itself in her work through bold, graphic designs juxtaposed with more quiet and flowing, amorphous creations.
Sheila is also a passionate teacher and has shared her process in workshops around the world. She says, "Another wonderful change quilting brought into my life was the opportunity to teach. It is a privilege for me to witness what my students accomplish in 2-5 days! I am honored to hold the space and guide them as they discover the freedom, joy, and for some, the discomfort that comes from not knowing the outcome of their creations".
Since embarking on her fiber art adventure in 2010, Sheila has won awards at major quilt shows, including: IQA World of Beauty in Houston, AQS Show in Paducah and Road to California. Her work has been exhibited in the United States, Europe and Asia.
January 2022 - Gloria Loughman of Australia
Gloria's topic is Journeys. Join in and be entertained listening to a humorous account of the many challenges that Gloria has encountered travelling the world, teaching classes. Hear about her inspiration and the techniques she uses to create her large landscape quilts and designs based on architecture. View lots of images and close ups of quilts that have won awards around the world.
February 2022 - Sharon Blackmore
Express Yourself - the Trunk Show
Learn the essential elements of show stopping quilts, and how to infuse these key ingredients into your own quilting, in any style! This educational style trunk show will arm you with the three secrets to creating successful dynamic quilts, allowing your quilts be a true reflection of who you are.
Learn the essential elements of show stopping quilts, and how to infuse these key ingredients into your own quilting, in any style! This educational style trunk show will arm you with the three secrets to creating successful dynamic quilts, allowing your quilts be a true reflection of who you are.
Sharon Blackmore is a Professional Long Arm Quilter, Gammill Quilt Artist, Published Author, Designer & Educator. She has been quilting for almost 24 years now; teaching piecing and longarm quilting at workshops & shows all over Canada, Internationally and online. Sharon is a self taughtquilter, drawing inspiration from everything she sees around her to create designs that flow with and compliment each quilt naturally. She enjoys sharing her passion for quilting with each encounter. Her quilting style ranges from traditional to modern, simple to complex, combining both freehand and computerized quilting. Sharon’s teaching style is no-nonsense, yet her classrooms are filled with laughter, hugs; celebrating the entire learning process. She believes that anyone can learn to quilt, with the right guidance and positive encouragement.
March 2022 - Carole Lyles Shaw
WHAT IS A MODERN QUILT? THE MYTHS AND THE MAGIC!
- What makes a quilt modern?
- It’s a big tent: from traditional to madly modern!
- Myth busters: blowing away the myths about what is (and is not) a modern quilt
- Tips for getting started: starting a modern stash
- Resources list (master handout provided)
- Trunk show
Carole Lyles Shaw - Quilt Designer | Workshop Teacher | Author.
I started teaching myself to quilt when I decided to make quilts for my wonderful nieces and nephews. Then, I found my first quilting home with the African American Quilters of Baltimore, who gently taught me the best techniques to express my quilt vision.
Today, I design patterns to help beginning and experienced quilters confidently dive into modern quilting. I am excited about modern quilting because it is all about bringing individualism and free expression to the way we design and make quilts today. I hope that my patterns will inspire you to find ways to let your own creative voice shine.
I lecture and teach live virtual and on-demand classes on modern quilting techniques for beginning and experienced quilters. I hope that you will consider inviting me to share my love of modern quilting with your group! On this site, I’ve provided descriptions of the lectures and workshops that I offer—and please do get in touch with me if you have additional questions.
I started teaching myself to quilt when I decided to make quilts for my wonderful nieces and nephews. Then, I found my first quilting home with the African American Quilters of Baltimore, who gently taught me the best techniques to express my quilt vision.
Today, I design patterns to help beginning and experienced quilters confidently dive into modern quilting. I am excited about modern quilting because it is all about bringing individualism and free expression to the way we design and make quilts today. I hope that my patterns will inspire you to find ways to let your own creative voice shine.
I lecture and teach live virtual and on-demand classes on modern quilting techniques for beginning and experienced quilters. I hope that you will consider inviting me to share my love of modern quilting with your group! On this site, I’ve provided descriptions of the lectures and workshops that I offer—and please do get in touch with me if you have additional questions.
Here is a list of books and magazines where my quilts have been published. Books available online and selected quilt shops.
Visioning Human Rights in the New Millennium: Quilting the World’s Conscience by Carolyn L. Mazloomi PhD, February 28, 2019
Modern Patchwork [Summer 2014]. Two modern quilts published in this magazine.
And Still We Rise by Dr. Carolyn Mazloomi. 2015
The Journey of Hope: Quilts Inspired by President Barack Obama by Dr. Carolyn Mazloomi. 2009
Textural Rhythms: Constructing the Jazz Tradition. Contemporary African American Quilts by Dr. Carolyn Mazloomi. 2007.
American Quiltmaking, 1970-2000 by Eleanor Levie. Publisher: AQS. 2004
Artquilts by Robert Shaw, Shelburne Museum. Publisher: Hugh Lauter Levin Associates . October 1997.
Quilts Today: A Living Tradition by Robert Shaw, Shelburne Museum. Publisher: Hugh Lauter Levin Associates . September 1995.
Great Patchwork: Working With Squares and Triangles by Eleanor Levie. Publisher: Meredith Press. Spring 1995.
Visioning Human Rights in the New Millennium: Quilting the World’s Conscience by Carolyn L. Mazloomi PhD, February 28, 2019
Modern Patchwork [Summer 2014]. Two modern quilts published in this magazine.
And Still We Rise by Dr. Carolyn Mazloomi. 2015
The Journey of Hope: Quilts Inspired by President Barack Obama by Dr. Carolyn Mazloomi. 2009
Textural Rhythms: Constructing the Jazz Tradition. Contemporary African American Quilts by Dr. Carolyn Mazloomi. 2007.
American Quiltmaking, 1970-2000 by Eleanor Levie. Publisher: AQS. 2004
Artquilts by Robert Shaw, Shelburne Museum. Publisher: Hugh Lauter Levin Associates . October 1997.
Quilts Today: A Living Tradition by Robert Shaw, Shelburne Museum. Publisher: Hugh Lauter Levin Associates . September 1995.
Great Patchwork: Working With Squares and Triangles by Eleanor Levie. Publisher: Meredith Press. Spring 1995.
April 2022 - Janet Barker
Confessions of a Hex Addict
I have a confession to make about my Confessions - I hate Y-seams! After a brief look at English Paper Piecing we will spend the rest of the hour exploring the many ways of constructing hexie and half-hexie quilts using a variety of settings to avoid those pesky Y-seams. We'll check out a few specialty rulers and also discuss patterns that use only standard rulers. In addition to the tried and true, some new designs will also be presented, fresh from my design wall.
I have a confession to make about my Confessions - I hate Y-seams! After a brief look at English Paper Piecing we will spend the rest of the hour exploring the many ways of constructing hexie and half-hexie quilts using a variety of settings to avoid those pesky Y-seams. We'll check out a few specialty rulers and also discuss patterns that use only standard rulers. In addition to the tried and true, some new designs will also be presented, fresh from my design wall.
May 2022 - Krista Moser
Diamonds are a Quilter's Best Friend
Krista tells her story, how she started very young and went on to design her own quilts and patterns. She typically works in design concepts and color theory while showing different quilts. She loves to do Q&A if there’s time! It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Krista Moser is the creative force and inspiration behind The Quilted Life. A quilting and fiber arts enthusiast, she started sewing at 8 years old sneaking off to the sewing machine during her Mom's nap time. Since she couldn’t read patterns, everything was made from her imagination propelling the creativity and the innovative design she is known for today. She began her professional sewing and machine quilting career at the spunky age of fourteen adding the texture and dimension machine quilting brings to every project.
She has been teaching sewing and quilting lessons for more than twenty years. Her work has been featured in quilting magazines, published by Martingale Press, and hung in prominent quilt shops around the country.
It's probably genetic ;-) and the Grandma's would be proud. What a life, this Quilted Life is, and what a joy to share the journey!
Krista tells her story, how she started very young and went on to design her own quilts and patterns. She typically works in design concepts and color theory while showing different quilts. She loves to do Q&A if there’s time! It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Krista Moser is the creative force and inspiration behind The Quilted Life. A quilting and fiber arts enthusiast, she started sewing at 8 years old sneaking off to the sewing machine during her Mom's nap time. Since she couldn’t read patterns, everything was made from her imagination propelling the creativity and the innovative design she is known for today. She began her professional sewing and machine quilting career at the spunky age of fourteen adding the texture and dimension machine quilting brings to every project.
She has been teaching sewing and quilting lessons for more than twenty years. Her work has been featured in quilting magazines, published by Martingale Press, and hung in prominent quilt shops around the country.
It's probably genetic ;-) and the Grandma's would be proud. What a life, this Quilted Life is, and what a joy to share the journey!
