Class Fee: $145/ WMQFA Members (with member code); $170/Non Members

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Workshop Description: Learn to quilt by hand, following your intuition and improvising as you go. In this class, you can make a 'wholecloth' quilt, using a single cut of fabric as your quilt top, or you can use an existing quilt top.

This workshop is both conceptual and technical. Heidi will begin with a trunk show, during which she will explain both why and how she quilted as she did. Stitch density, exposed or hidden knots, overlapping lines of quilting, and color choices will be expanded upon. Heidi loves to quilt with pearl size 8 thread for its high visibility and strength. Students can work with an existing quilt top or a 'wholecloth' single piece of fabric. We will cover basting, quilting with a tabletop and a heavy book to create tension, hand positioning, hand care, thimble use, and a variety of ways to balance planning with improv. We will not use pens to 'mark,' our fabric, but will learn a few tricks to anticipate our stitching. Heidi is an expert at creating areas of visual interest and activating the quilt top with the quilting functioning like a 'drawing' on the surface of the fabric. Students will not complete their quilt in class, but will get a solid foundation on improvisation and hand quilting.ing.

Class Fee: $145/ WMQFA Members (with member code); $170/Non Members

Supplies Checklist

Workshop Description: Learn to quilt by hand, following your intuition and improvising as you go. In this class, you can make a 'wholecloth' quilt, using a single cut of fabric as your quilt top, or you can use an existing quilt top.

This workshop is both conceptual and technical. Heidi will begin with a trunk show, during which she will explain both why and how she quilted as she did. Stitch density, exposed or hidden knots, overlapping lines of quilting, and color choices will be expanded upon. Heidi loves to quilt with pearl size 8 thread for its high visibility and strength. Students can work with an existing quilt top or a 'wholecloth' single piece of fabric. We will cover basting, quilting with a tabletop and a heavy book to create tension, hand positioning, hand care, thimble use, and a variety of ways to balance planning with improv. We will not use pens to 'mark,' our fabric, but will learn a few tricks to anticipate our stitching. Heidi is an expert at creating areas of visual interest and activating the quilt top with the quilting functioning like a 'drawing' on the surface of the fabric. Students will not complete their quilt in class, but will get a solid foundation on improvisation and hand quilting.ing.

Free!

Join us for a Free Family Fun day on October 22, 2022! (12pm-4pm)

Fiber arts crafts, a scavenger hunt and a community art project!

Join us for a Free Family Fun day on June 4 2022! (12pm-4pm)

Fiber arts crafts, a scavenger hunt and a community art project!

Rescheduled from April 23 2022

In this three-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to make one Japanese wrapping cloth called Furoshiki using simple Sashiko stitches. Come and discover the versatility of Furoshiki in everyday life. Takako will show you how Furoshiki can be folded to carry a variety of items such as bottles, groceries, even a small dog. Supply fees are included.

Please bring a pair of scissors to cut thread.

Description

Starting with a favorite work of art, develop your own unique modern quilt design. Be inspired by shapes, colors, structure, or the feeling you get and design a block or whole quilt with an eye on modern minimalism

This workshop is a 6-hour live-stream event, conducted on Zoom, consisting of live instruction

Third Class: January 29 (9-4) Students will draw their own design for an 18” x 18" mat/wall hanging/pillow and transfer the design to the backing. We will also decide what colors to use. 

• Fourth Class: February 5 (9-4) Joyce will have wool for students to start the mat/wall hanging/pillow they designed. Students will also learn to cut all the wool needed for their project. 

Fourth Class: February 5 (9-4) Joyce will have wool for students to start the mat/wall hanging/pillow they designed. Students will also learn to cut all the wool needed for their project. 

Second Class: January 22 (9-4), Students will continue to hook the Padula mat. We will also discuss designing and color planning one’s own mat. 

• Third Class: January 29 (9-4) Students will draw their own design for an 18” x 18" mat/wall hanging/pillow and transfer the design to the backing. We will also decide what colors to use. 

• Fourth Class: February 5 (9-4) Joyce will have wool for students to start the mat/wall hanging/pillow they designed. Students will also learn to cut all the wool needed for their project. 

4 day series on Consecutive Saturdays in 2022:

January 15 (9-1) January 22 (9-4), January 29 (9-4), and February 5 (9-4)

Rug hooking started on the east coast of North America, from Labrador, Canada down to the Carolina’s. Popular for at least the past 200 years, rug hooking has spread across the United States, Canada and many other countries. Today, rug hookers are exploring new materials and new techniques. This experimentation, combined with knowledge and respect for the past, allows rug hooking to be primitive or modern with rug hookers creating stunning pieces of art. 

Rug hooking is both an art form and a craft where rugs are made by pulling loops of fabric through a woven backing such as monks’ cloth, linen or rug warp. Wool fabric, that has been dyed and cut into strips, is used when making a rug or mat. A tool called a hook is used to pull the fabric strips through the backing to make a loop. Together, all of these loops make a rug. 

In the series of classes, students will start with a kit that includes a pre-designed mat, then students will design and hook their own mat in later classes. By having four classes over four weeks, students can hook between classes.

• First Class: January 15 (9-1) Students will learn ‘how to hook’ on a 9” x 9" mat with a Padula motif. A Padula is a simple flower. The kit will include the pattern, a hook and all the wool needed to complete the mat. 

• Second Class: January 22 (9-4), Students will continue to hook the Padula mat. We will also discuss designing and color planning one’s own mat. 

• Third Class: January 29 (9-4) Students will draw their own design for an 18” x 18" mat/wall hanging/pillow and transfer the design to the backing. We will also decide what colors to use. 

• Fourth Class: February 5 (9-4) Joyce will have wool for students to start the mat/wall hanging/pillow they designed. Students will also learn to cut all the wool needed for their project. 

Class Kit Fee to be paid to teacher at end of class Beginning Padula Kit with hook - $45.00 and Student Design Kit including mat and fabric - $65.00  (Check or cash)

$325 Non-Member price + Kit fee paid to teacher during class

$300 Member price + Kit fee paid to teacher during class

Marshmallows and Hot Cocoa:

Soft, springy clouds of deliciousness, homemade marshmallows are so much better than store-bought and incredibly easy to make. Flavor and shape them according to your fancy for a whimsical delight! Paired with richly flavored hot chocolate mix, they make the perfect wintery treat.

Price $55 Non-member

$50 WMQFA Member

Brandy Old Fashioned Caramels and Sauce:

Wisconsin’s classic drink, the Brandy Old Fashioned, can now be enjoyed as a sweet treat! In this hands on class you will create two goodies inspired by this drink. Brandy Old Fashioned caramels are a soft, chewy caramel laced with brandy, orange and dried cherries. Brandy Old Fashioned caramel sauce is a sassy, smooth sauce that can be enjoyed over ice cream or pound cake! Add a maraschino cherry on top to make this the perfect dessert after a fish fry.

Price $55 Non-member

$50 WMQFA Member

Turtles, Terrapins and Caramel Macchiato Bites:

Be prepared for a trio of candy goodness! Crunchy pecans, chewy homemade caramel and chocolate that melts in your mouth form a traditional turtle. We will make these, but take this classic candy up a notch and also create Terrapins and Caramel Macchiato bites! A Terrapin is all the yumminess of a turtle, plus an additional layer of homemade soft, springy marshmallow. Plus, if you’re a fan of a caramel macchiato beverage, this treat is a spin-off of that delicious flavor combination. Chocolate covered espresso beans and homemade caramel that is topped with chocolate. Oh, so yummy!

Price $55 Non-member

$50 WMQFA Member

Description: 

Drop spinning is a simple but fun process that doesn’t require much in the way of equipment or space, and is easy to pick up as a beginner. Learn basic spinning motions, terms and other information to be successful at creating your own yarn!

Price $40 or $35 Members. Kit fee paid to teacher during class $22 for class supplies (drop spindle and 4 oz wool.)

Boozy Sauces : Create a wicked trio of sauces your family and friends will rave about!

Merlot Fudge Sauce: This sophisticated sauce is the perfect pairing of two favorites: red wine and chocolate. You can enjoy this concoction drizzled over a sundae, brownie, or draped over a slice of cheesecake.

Vanilla Bean Rum Sauce: Buttery, rich and creamy with vanilla and rum flavors. This smooth sauce is perfect served over fruit or a dip for graham crackers or vanilla wafers.

Bourbon Pecan Caramel Sauce: This award-worthy sauce takes the traditional pairing of freshly toasted pecans and melt-in-your-mouth caramel and kicks it up a notch. With a dash of cinnamon and the sweet, oaky heat of bourbon, it’s a perfectly sinful indulgence you’ll want to eat with a spoon!

We will make all three of these boozy sauces during this class. They are ideal for gift giving or for your next dessert bar, served alongside graham crackers, pretzels, vanilla wafers, or apple slices. Your guests will be begging you for the recipes!

Price $55 Non-member

$50 WMQFA Member

Join artist Kathy Weaver as she explores the intersection of humanity and technology through robots and organic macro-worlds. She’ll share her work, incorporating fiber to express these connections.

This is a free, virtual program, but donations are appreciated. Click here to make a donation.

Click here to watch via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81292520787

For more information about the artist: www.kweaverarts.com

Weaver has exhibited both nationally and internationally including at the International Triennial, Poland, Art Market, Stockholm, Platforms Art Fair, Athens, Dubuque Museum, Rockford Museum, Vision Museum, San Diego, Ukrainian Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago, Museum of Art and Design, NYC. Solo shows include The Art Center of Highland Park, Illinois, Vision Art Museum, Womenmade Gallery, Chicago, Chicago State University, Gorden Center for Integrative Art, University of Chicago, Concordia College, Olympia Centre, Chicago and Goshen College, Indiana.

Honors include an Illinois Arts Grant, National Endowment for the Arts studio grant, Quilt National Emerging Artist Award, Juror’s award at the Evanston and Vicinity show, Dubuque Museum acquisition award, Rockford Museum Juror’s Award, Mayor Award for the Arts, Highland Park, Il. Weaver worked as an art educator in the public schools. She received an MA from Bowling Green State University, Ohio.