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Request for Items: Virtual Auction
May
17
to Jul 14

Request for Items: Virtual Auction

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Calling All Auction Items!

WMQFA is excited to launch our 2024 virtual auction! All proceeds benefit the museum.

The auction will be open from 12pm on Thursday, August 1st through 2pm on Monday, August 5th.

Please support the museum with your auction item donations.

Items must be received by JULY 14. They may be dropped off or mailed to the museum.

Here are ideas for suitable donations:

  • Quilts of all sizes

  • Handmade items like bags, totes, needle cases, sewing kits

  • Wearables like scarves, hats, mittens, aprons, vests, jackets

  • Woven, knitted or crocheted items

  • Handmade baskets, punch needle or embroidered objects

  • Framed art, art or décor items – new, like new, or original work

  • Pre-cut fabric bundles, threads - new

  • Gadgets like templates and rulers – new

  • Other handmade items like barn quilts, bird houses, sets of greeting cards

  • Themed basket items (e.g. gardening, wine, Italian or other cuisines, quilting accessories, children/toys/crafts, holiday)

  • Fabric yardage

  • Gift certificates (e.g. restaurants, stores, coffee, sweets, B&B, motel)

  • Event tickers/experiences (e.g. sports, plays, concerts)

  • Vintage fiber related items that would be valued by a collector (e.g. embroidered items, quilt blocks, handmade lace)

For Drop Off, bring item(s) and entry form to:

WMQFA AUCTION

N50W5050 Portland Road

Cedarburg, WI  53012

To Ship Items, send item(s) & entry form to

WMQFA Auction

P.O. Box 562

Cedarburg, WI 53012

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Guided Tour & Chiku Chiku Kaya Bag Workshop
Aug
5
9:00 AM09:00

Guided Tour & Chiku Chiku Kaya Bag Workshop

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Guided Tour from 9am-10am

Workshop from 10am-Noon

Workshop Description: The day will start with a private tour led by Takako Willden through the gallery of Akiko Ike’s hanging work. Here, Takako, will explain Akiko’s unique technique and style by pointing out specific examples, and will be happy to take any questions from class participants.

This immersive experience will be followed by a two-hour workshop, where you have the opportunity to make one Chiku Chiku Kay Bag using the same Japanese cotton and special Sashiko thread dyed in Niigata, Japan that Akiko Ike herself uses. Takako learned the technique directly from Akiko while in Japan, and with Akiko’s blessing, she is able to offer this workshop here in Cedarburg Wisconsin! If you enjoy hand sewing, this is for you!

Kaya is a Japanese term for the material used in mosquito netting, which Akiko often recycles into her own artwork. The Kaya bags you will be making in class will be similar to a tote bag in size. The body of the bag will be Japanese Kaya (mosquito netting) material which you will personalize through chiku-chiku stitching.

  • All the Kaya bag supplies will be provided (Kaya netting, Boro fabric, thread, needle)

  • We will be Chiku-Chiku stitching the bag body and handles

Please bring a pair of scissors to cut your thread as you work. 

Participants can bring a sewing machine if they would like to try to complete the project during the workshop. Or they can take the bag body and straps home to assemble at a later time with a machine or through hand sewing. A sewing machine is NOT required.

*Extra Sashiko thread and other items from Akiko’s shop will be for sale during the workshop. Purchases must be made in USD cash (No ATM onsite) Please plan accordingly, Thank you*

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Guided Tour & Chiku Chiku Coaster Workshop
Jul
19
6:00 PM18:00

Guided Tour & Chiku Chiku Coaster Workshop

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Guided Tour from 6pm-7pm

Workshop from 7pm-8:30pm

Workshop Description: The evening will start with a private tour led by Takako Willden through the gallery of Akiko Ike’s hanging work. Here, Takako, will explain Akiko’s unique technique and style by pointing out specific examples, and will be happy to take any questions from class participants.

This immersive experience will be followed by a 1.5-hour workshop, where you have the opportunity to make two Chiku Chiku Coaster using the same Japanese cotton and special Sashiko thread dyed in Niigata, Japan that Akiko Ike herself uses. Takako learned the technique directly from Akiko while in Japan, and with Akiko’s blessing, she is able to offer this workshop here in Cedarburg Wisconsin! If you enjoy hand sewing, this is for you!

Please bring a pair of scissors to cut your thread as you work.

Teacher Biography: A native of Japan, Takako Willden is mostly a self-taught artist who enjoys learning from the experts. She loves to find ways to repurpose Boro fabrics from Japan and make them into something beautiful and useful. Takako learned the technique directly from Akiko while in Japan, and with Akiko’s blessing, she is able to offer this workshop.

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Guided Tour & Chiku Chiku Brooch Workshop
Jul
15
9:00 AM09:00

Guided Tour & Chiku Chiku Brooch Workshop

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Guided Tour from 9am-10am

Workshop from 10am-Noon

Workshop Description: The day will start with a private tour led by Takako Willden through the gallery of Akiko Ike’s hanging work. Here, Takako, will explain Akiko’s unique technique and style by pointing out specific examples, and will be happy to take any questions from class participants.

This immersive experience will be followed by a two-hour workshop, where you have the opportunity to make one Chiku Chiku Brooch using the same Japanese cotton and special Sashiko thread dyed in Niigata, Japan that Akiko Ike herself uses. Takako learned the technique directly from Akiko while in Japan, and with Akiko’s blessing, she is able to offer this workshop here in Cedarburg Wisconsin! If you enjoy hand sewing, this is for you!

Please bring a pair of scissors to cut your thread as you work.

Teacher Biography: A native of Japan, Takako Willden is mostly a self-taught artist who enjoys learning from the experts. She loves to find ways to repurpose Boro fabrics from Japan and make them into something beautiful and useful. Takako learned the technique directly from Akiko while in Japan, and with Akiko’s blessing, she is able to offer this workshop.

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Fiber Friends 2023
Jun
29
to Dec 21

Fiber Friends 2023

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2023 Dates: Jun 29, Jul 20, Aug 17, Sep 21, Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 21

10:30am – 3:30pm Third Thursdays each month! Except JUNE 29 (5th Thursday)

Join the casual and productive fiber-arts-social-program on the Third Thursday of each month.

Bring your project in progress or planning and get feedback and encouragement from other fiber enthusiasts. Whether you are sewing, quilting, mending, knitting, crocheting, embroidering, tatting, weaving, all projects are welcome. Fiber Friends is an ideal opportunity to pick up tips, to try new techniques and to share your love of fiber arts with others. Schedule some “me” time to get that project finished or to spend the day with like-minded makers who enjoy sharing the creative process.

Sewing supplies, irons, large worktables, and coffee/ tea pots are available for your use during each session.

New This Year: Sessions do NOT need to be consecutive.

2023 Pricing:

Non-Members

$125 for twelve sessions

$75 for six sessions

$42 for three sessions

$15 for one session

Museum Members 

$110 for twelve sessions

$65 for six sessions

$36 for three sessions

$15 for one session

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Request for Items: Virtual Auction
May
5
to Jul 16

Request for Items: Virtual Auction

  • Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Calling All Auction Items!

WMQFA is excited to launch our 2023 virtual auction! All proceeds benefit the museum.

The auction will be open from 12pm on Thursday, August 3rd through 2pm on Monday, August 7th.

Please support the museum with your auction item donations.

Items must be received by JULY 16. They may be dropped off or mailed to the museum.

Here are ideas for suitable donations:

  • Quilts of all sizes

  • Handmade items like bags, totes, needle cases, sewing kits

  • Wearables like scarves, hats, mittens, aprons, vests, jackets

  • Woven, knitted or crocheted items

  • Handmade baskets, punch needle or embroidered artworks

  • Framed art, art or décor items – new, like new, or original work

  • Pre-cut fabric bundles, threads - new

  • Gadgets like templates and rulers – new

  • Other handmade items like barn quilts, bird houses, sets of greeting cards

  • Themed basket items (e.g. gardening, wine, Italian or other cuisines, quilting) accessories, children/toys/crafts, holiday

  • Fabric yardage

  • Gift certificates (e.g. restaurants, stores, coffee, sweets, B&B, motel)

  • Event tickers/experiences (e.g. sports, plays, concerts)

For Drop Off, bring item(s) and entry form to:

WMQFA AUCTION

N50W5050 Portland Road

Cedarburg, WI  53012

To Ship Items, send item(s) & entry form to

WMQFA Auction

P.O. Box 562

Cedarburg, WI 53012

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Request for Items: Virtual Auction
Apr
13
to Jul 15

Request for Items: Virtual Auction

Calling All Auction Items!

WMQFA is excited to launch our 2022 virtual auction! All proceeds benefit the museum.

The auction will be open from 12pm on Thursday, August 5th through 12pm on Monday, August 8.

Please support the museum with your auction item donations.

Items must be received by JULY 15. They may be dropped off or mailed to the museum.

Here are ideas for suitable donations:

  • Quilts of all sizes

  • Handmade items like bags, totes, needle cases, sewing kits

  • Wearables like scarves, hats, mittens, aprons, vests, jackets

  • Knitted items, handmade baskets, punch needle, Sashiko

  • Framed art, art or décor items – new or like new, or original work

  • Pre-cut fabric bundles, threads - new

  • Gadgets like templates and rulers – new

  • Other handmade items like barn quilts, bird houses, sets of greeting cards, jewelry

  • Themed basket items (e.g. gardening, wine, Italian or other cuisines, quilting) accessories, children/toys/crafts, holiday

  • Fabric yardage

  • Gift certificates (e.g. restaurants, stores, coffee, sweets, B&B, motel)

  • Event tickers/experiences (e.g. sports, plays, concerts)

For Drop Off, bring item(s) and entry form to:

WMQFA AUCTION

N50W5050 Portland Road

Cedarburg, WI  53012

To Ship Items, send item(s) & entry form to

WMQFA Auction

P.O. Box 562

Cedarburg, WI 53012

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May
5
to Jul 23

Request for Items: Virtual Auction

Calling All Auction Items!

WMQFA is excited to launch our 2021 virtual auction! All proceeds benefit the museum.

The auction will be open from 12pm on August 2nd through 2 PM August 6.

Please support the museum with your auction item donations.

Items must be received by July 23. They may be dropped off or mailed to the museum.

Here are ideas for suitable donations:

  • Quilts of all sizes

  • Made items like bags, totes, needle cases sewing kits

  • Wearables like scarves, hats, mittens, aprons, vests, jackets

  • Knitted items, handmade baskets, punch needle, Sashiko

  • Framed art, art or décor items – new or like new, or original work

  • Pre-cut fabric bundles, threads - new

  • Gadgets like templates and rulers – new

  • Other handmade items like barn quilts, bird houses, sets of greeting cards, jewelery

  • Themed basket items – gardening, wine, Italian or other cuisines, quilting accessories, children/toys/crafts, holiday

  • 3 yards of quilting cotton

  • Gift certificates – restaurants, stores, coffee, sweets

  • Tickets to events – sports, plays, concerts

Send items and entry form to:

WMQFA AUCTION

N50W5050 Portland Road

Cedarburg, WI  53012

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