News on upcoming programs. Program classes are normally $45 for members. You do have to be a member to participate. Membership is open to all for $30 annually.
There may be additional expenses based on the needs of the individual classes, e.g. some classes require purchase of kits, patterns, books, etc.
All classes are normally scheduled to be held at Renee's Fiber Art Quilting School, but may be held at other locations.
If you know someone that you would like to have come to our Guild, please let me know. If you would like to do a workshop, Lecture or Trunkshow, email me.
Judy Brown
Program Chairman
email: programs@rgvqg.com
There may be additional expenses based on the needs of the individual classes, e.g. some classes require purchase of kits, patterns, books, etc.
All classes are normally scheduled to be held at Renee's Fiber Art Quilting School, but may be held at other locations.
If you know someone that you would like to have come to our Guild, please let me know. If you would like to do a workshop, Lecture or Trunkshow, email me.
Judy Brown
Program Chairman
email: programs@rgvqg.com
Upcoming Programs
December 2019 - Tina Hilton, Turtle Hand Batik
![]() Falling in love makes us do crazy things. For Tina Hilton, the object of her affection was batik, Malaysian batik in particular. From 1997 -2000 Tina lived in Malaysia and was smitten with the traditional batik used for traditional Malaysian clothing and collected a vast quantity. Strangely, Tina did not sew and had a deep seated loathing of sewing rooted in a junior high Home EC class taught by a domestic arts tyrant! Luckily, a fellow expat introduced her to quilting and all the fantastic creations she made with Malaysian batik. Once back in the US, Tina embarked on a series of weekly beginner quilt classes spanning over three years. A marriage made in heaven - batik and quilting!
Serendipity relocated Tina and her husband back to Malaysia in 2010 and the passion was rekindled. This time with a determination to seek out the best and most unique batik to share with quilters in the US and around the world. Turtle Hand Batik was born in 2012 and has been sharing the beauty of Malaysian small batch batik ever since. Tina travels extensively to quilt shows all over the country and on her days off you’ll find her tending to her wooded acre homestead in Texas. |
![]() Friday, December 13, 2019
Mini Instant Art Quilts There will be two 3-hour classes on Friday, December 13, with her “Turtle Hand Batik Workshop - Mini Instant Art Quilt.” Each $20 kit will be one of a kind with a batik art panel and various batik/hand dyed fabrics packaged in a reusable double zipper project bag. You can use the provided pattern or go improv. Choose: Morning session 9:00 - 12:00 or Afternoon session 1:00 - 4:00 We will have a sample at the October and November meetings. Supply list Saturday, December 14, 2019 Lecture - 'Malaysian Batik – The Hidden Textile Treasures of Southeast Asia What It Is, Who Makes It & Why It’s Important' Crafted in two meter lengths and one of a kind panels, Malaysian batik is an authentic textile tradition. Experience a behind the scenes look into the workshops of our home-based artisans and understand the intricacies of their process. Enjoy a private showing of amazing quilts, and apparel crafted with an exclusive collection of Turtle Hand fabrics. Each attendee will receive a unique piece of Malaysian batik for their collection. There will be door prizes and a pop-up store. |
January 2020 - Karen Combs
![]() Karen is a quilter, author, teacher and designer who is known for her quilts of illusions. Teaching since 1989, she is in high demand as a teacher who encourages her students, makes learning fun and makes the complex easy to understand!
Karen has been nominated as Quilt Teacher of the Year by students in 1995, 2000 & 2005. Her work has been displayed at quilt shows and art galleries across the country. Being a prolific designer and author; Karen has published articles and patterns in many magazines such as Traditional Quilter, American Quilter and Quilter's Newsletter Magazine. She has been designing fabrics since 2001. She is the author of 9 books, among them: Optical Illusions for Quilters, Combing Through Your Scraps, Floral Illusions, 3 Quilters Celebrate the 4 Seasons. (AQS) and 3-D Fun with Pandora's Box. Celtic Pieced Illusions (AQS). In addition, Karen has appeared on the TV program, “Quilting from the Heartland, hosted by SharleneJorgenson, Series 700, program 711, Simply Quilts, Show 411, Quilt Central and American Quilter. In 2015, she became part of the faculty of Craftsy, in their online learning website. Karen lives in Columbia, Tennessee with her husband Rick and a sweet Shih Tzu, Benji. Their grown children live in Nashville and Knoxville, visit when they can. |
![]() Thursday, January 9, 2020
Patchwork Illusions Visual depth has fascinated artists for centuries. Karenmhas developed a quick and easy rotary technique that allows you to make quilts with a 3-D look. Frankly, this is Karen's favorite class because it is so easy to create truly amazing quilts of illusion. Let Karen share her secrets, so you may become a master of illusion! Material fee $16 (includes handouts & rotary templates) ![]() Friday, January 10, 2020
Celtic Illusions Karen has developed a truly magical way to create pieced Celtic quilt. This is one of Karen’s favorite classes because it is so easy to create amazing Celtic Quilts. Let Karen share her secrets, so you can quickly and easily create unlimited pieced Celtic quilts. Based on Karen'sbook, Celtic Pieced Illusions. Material fee $8 (includes handouts & pattern) Supply List (for both classes) Saturday, January 11, 2020 Lecture - Quilts of Illusion (trunk show) Discover some tricks of illusion artists have used for centuries and view quilts made by masters of illusion. |
February 2020 - Quilt Show - South Padre Island
In addition to the two classes below, there will be lectures each day at 2:00 by Teresa Duryea Wong. See the Quilt Show page for additional information.
In addition to the two classes below, there will be lectures each day at 2:00 by Teresa Duryea Wong. See the Quilt Show page for additional information.
![]() Rene Iannarelli
It is wonderful as I age and find gardening a little more difficult, I have time to apply techniques in color theory, design processes, surface design, felting, fine piecing, and painting on fabric I have learned over the last forty years of quilting. I find sharing my approach in designing, color theory, and execution of the idea especially to traditional with quilters provides others the “permission” they often seek to think out of the box. Most on my inspiration is found around me in nature particularly plants and trees. The majority of the time an idea just pops and I go with it. My toolbox contains a selection of natural and synthetic materials and includes hand dyed cottons, silks, commercial fabrics and a variety of embellishments. I am satisfied when the finished product reflects my inspiration and vision. When others appreciate the finished product, I feel I have accomplished my goal. I have taught in Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Texas over the years. During the last few years, I have had the inspirational opportunities to attend classes with the late Gwen Marston and Elizabeth Barton. Both Gwen and Elizabeth have encouraged my love for lines and geometry in my pieces. Learning and friendships are the basis in staying involved in the quilting and art world. |
![]() Friday, February 14, 2020 - 8:30-11:30 am
Four Patch Expanded Participants will transform 4 simple four-patch blocks into a modernized finished block focusing on lines, color and contrast. The created multiple expanded four patch blocks are set together to create an abstract/modern piece with ample space for hand or machine quilting. Supply list ![]() Saturday, February 15, 2020 - 8:30-11:30 am
Rhythm Traditional repeated blocks often offer little movement a sequence horizontally and vertically when placed together in a quilt. This class presents the opportunity to create small blocks that when placed together dance across the surface. Through the incorporation of a striped strata into a simple 5-inch (or any size) block in transformation occurs. And no need to have each the exact same! Supply List |
March 2020 - Angela Walters