Workshop Rules
- Payment is due at the time of sign-up, which is when you will also receive instructions for the workshop (if available).
- If you are unable to attend the workshop after signing up, notify the workshop chair. If there is someone on the waiting list, she will take your place and will send you payment. If there is no waiting list, your money is non-refund and non-transferable to other workshops. Be sure you are able to attend the workshop at the time of sign-up.
- If you miss a guild meeting or you are not a member of the guild and you wish to take a workshop, use the contact section below to request information.
- Unless otherwise directed, bring basic sewing supplies to all workshops (scissors, sewing machine, thread, etc.). Irons and extension cords will be provided for your use.
- Fees for the 3-4 hour workshops are $35 and all-day workshops are $50. Additional fees are sometimes required. See the specific workshop for more information. Note: Non-members must also pay an additional $10 per workshop.
Unless otherwise noted, all workshops take place at the
New Braunfels Presbyterian Church Activity Center
373 Howard Street, New Braunfels, Texas 78130
New Braunfels Presbyterian Church Activity Center
373 Howard Street, New Braunfels, Texas 78130
2018 Workshops
X-Blocks by Doris Rice
April 21, 2018 (Saturday)
12:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Fee: $35
Create this patriotic table runner or place mats by combining the Mini and Large X-Blocks templates. Design is perfect for a 4th of July picnic, Memorial Day celebration or to honor a special person. Participants will make simply-pieced blocks using only squares and rectangles and transform them using the Mini and Large X-Blocks templates. An additional table runner can be made with drop-off pieces from the blocks! Requires 7 1/2" X-Blocks and Mini-7.5 OR 6 1/2" X-Blocks and Mini-6.5.
April 21, 2018 (Saturday)
12:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Fee: $35
Create this patriotic table runner or place mats by combining the Mini and Large X-Blocks templates. Design is perfect for a 4th of July picnic, Memorial Day celebration or to honor a special person. Participants will make simply-pieced blocks using only squares and rectangles and transform them using the Mini and Large X-Blocks templates. An additional table runner can be made with drop-off pieces from the blocks! Requires 7 1/2" X-Blocks and Mini-7.5 OR 6 1/2" X-Blocks and Mini-6.5.
| X-Blocks Supplies.pdf |
Castle Rock Crocus by Carolyn McCormick
May 19, 2018 (Saturday)
12:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Limit: 20 participants
Fee: $35
This pattern has a 10" and a 4" block. Learn how to paper-piece the larger blocks first and then make the 4" blocks. The technique is always the same but will be using both the Add-a-Quarter Plus and the Add-an-Eighth Plus.
May 19, 2018 (Saturday)
12:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Limit: 20 participants
Fee: $35
This pattern has a 10" and a 4" block. Learn how to paper-piece the larger blocks first and then make the 4" blocks. The technique is always the same but will be using both the Add-a-Quarter Plus and the Add-an-Eighth Plus.
| Castle Rock Crocus Supplies.pdf |
"Garden Medley" with Karen Kay Buckley (topic is subject to change)
June 15, 2018 (Friday)
Limit: 25 participants
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $50 + $20 fee for pattern
Participants will receive the pattern to complete a 3-panel wall quilt; however, you will only work on the center panel in class. While sewing this panel, you will learn how to achieve smooth curves, wonderful points, and perfect circles. This is a hand-applique workshop. Leave your sewing machine at home.
June 15, 2018 (Friday)
Limit: 25 participants
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $50 + $20 fee for pattern
Participants will receive the pattern to complete a 3-panel wall quilt; however, you will only work on the center panel in class. While sewing this panel, you will learn how to achieve smooth curves, wonderful points, and perfect circles. This is a hand-applique workshop. Leave your sewing machine at home.
No workshop - Preparing for QuiltFest 2018
July 21, 2018 (Saturday)
July 21, 2018 (Saturday)
Singer Featherweight Maintenance Class with Nova Montgomery
August 17, 2018 (Friday)
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Limit: 20 participants
Fee: $85
In this workshop, participants will learn how to correctly disassemble, clean, and reassemble their beloved Featherweight. If you own a Singer featherweight that needs maintenance (not repair), get ready to be guided by the best.
August 17, 2018 (Friday)
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Limit: 20 participants
Fee: $85
In this workshop, participants will learn how to correctly disassemble, clean, and reassemble their beloved Featherweight. If you own a Singer featherweight that needs maintenance (not repair), get ready to be guided by the best.
| Nova Montgomery Supply List.pdf |
Binding with M.J. Fielek
September 15, 2018 (Saturday)
12:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $35
Everything you wanted to learn about binding and more! Learn how to stuff binding for show quilts, two color binding, flange binding and how to use cording on the edge of a quilt. Also finishing scalloped edges and binding mini quilts is addressed. Required $6 kit-includes fabric & instructions
September 15, 2018 (Saturday)
12:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $35
Everything you wanted to learn about binding and more! Learn how to stuff binding for show quilts, two color binding, flange binding and how to use cording on the edge of a quilt. Also finishing scalloped edges and binding mini quilts is addressed. Required $6 kit-includes fabric & instructions
Let Me Surprise You (Mystery Quilt) by Charlotte Angotti
October 19, 2018 (Friday)
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Limit: 50 participants
Fee: $50 + $95 kit (required) includes pattern and pre-cut fabric
This is Charlotte's most popular class. Because it's a mystery quilt, no one will receive any hints beforehand. All the kits are the same, so there are no choices by participants. Charlotte will bring your entire kit with all of the pieces already pre-cut. Come prepared with a sewing machine, thread, scissors, and a seam ripper and follow the steps to make a beautiful quilt.
October 19, 2018 (Friday)
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Limit: 50 participants
Fee: $50 + $95 kit (required) includes pattern and pre-cut fabric
This is Charlotte's most popular class. Because it's a mystery quilt, no one will receive any hints beforehand. All the kits are the same, so there are no choices by participants. Charlotte will bring your entire kit with all of the pieces already pre-cut. Come prepared with a sewing machine, thread, scissors, and a seam ripper and follow the steps to make a beautiful quilt.
| Charlotte Angotti Supply List.pdf |
Scrappy Applique with Shannon Brinkley
November 17, 2018 (Saturday)
12:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Fee: $35 (optional supply kit is available online)
In this workshop, participants will learn how to take tiny scraps of fabric and turn them into gorgeous applique pieces using her signature "scrappy applique" technique. It is quick and simple to pick up, yet allows for a lot of creative possibilities. Since the process is the same despite the template chosen, each participant will go through the whole process regardless of template or pattern. Because every participant's project will be unique, it will be fun to see what everyone creates.
November 17, 2018 (Saturday)
12:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Fee: $35 (optional supply kit is available online)
In this workshop, participants will learn how to take tiny scraps of fabric and turn them into gorgeous applique pieces using her signature "scrappy applique" technique. It is quick and simple to pick up, yet allows for a lot of creative possibilities. Since the process is the same despite the template chosen, each participant will go through the whole process regardless of template or pattern. Because every participant's project will be unique, it will be fun to see what everyone creates.
Previous Workshops
Quilter's Fun Bug by Tana Mueller
March 17, 2018 - This workshop covered Tana's technique for using regular Crayola crayons to color a fun design. Members were able to take the techniques and apply them to other fabrics/designs to create their own beautiful projects.
The Principles of Collage: Create a Pear by Trish Stuart
February 17, 2018 - Collage is the newest rage in quilting. Attendees learned the foundations of how to paint with fabrics to create a still life, landscapes, and portraits
Storybook Quilts by Brenda Goggins
January 20, 2018 - Brenda Goggins, the Storybook Quilts chairperson, coordinated the making of new storybook quilts. It was great opportunity to help with quilts that will be touched by many children and adults alike as they learn more about literacy.
Barn Quilt Painting by Suzi Parron
November 18, 2017 - Join the barn quilt movement by creating your own painted quilt block. You will begin with a primed board and go through each step – drafting, taping, and painting, with careful attention to detail. You will leave with a finished quilt block or with one last color to add at home. Ready for show and tell at your next meeting!
ABCD Quilting Technique by Kim Fauth
October 20, 2017 - Learn how to make the 32 ABCD blocks in the morning. Then take those blocks and learn how to create your own quilts in the afternoon. Your quilt will be uniquely yours.
March 17, 2018 - This workshop covered Tana's technique for using regular Crayola crayons to color a fun design. Members were able to take the techniques and apply them to other fabrics/designs to create their own beautiful projects.
The Principles of Collage: Create a Pear by Trish Stuart
February 17, 2018 - Collage is the newest rage in quilting. Attendees learned the foundations of how to paint with fabrics to create a still life, landscapes, and portraits
Storybook Quilts by Brenda Goggins
January 20, 2018 - Brenda Goggins, the Storybook Quilts chairperson, coordinated the making of new storybook quilts. It was great opportunity to help with quilts that will be touched by many children and adults alike as they learn more about literacy.
Barn Quilt Painting by Suzi Parron
November 18, 2017 - Join the barn quilt movement by creating your own painted quilt block. You will begin with a primed board and go through each step – drafting, taping, and painting, with careful attention to detail. You will leave with a finished quilt block or with one last color to add at home. Ready for show and tell at your next meeting!
ABCD Quilting Technique by Kim Fauth
October 20, 2017 - Learn how to make the 32 ABCD blocks in the morning. Then take those blocks and learn how to create your own quilts in the afternoon. Your quilt will be uniquely yours.
