Speaker and ProgramLecture, April 20th: by Karolyn “Nubin” Minerd.
Nubin will have a variety of quilts that have been separated into different techniques that she often uses. She will be describing and demonstrating some of the techniques and will hold a question and answer time as well as a time for you to come and take a closer look at the quilts. The techniques she will discuss in this lecture are Machine Applique, using wools, a couple different collage techniques and paper piecing. She has some new quilts to bring with her that were not part of the fall trunk show. Machine Quilting Workshop, April 21st, 10-3:30pm, $30.00 and $10.00 kit fee. Hummingbird Appliqué. LIMIT: 20 students. sign up EARLY. A beginning approach to machine Applique will be taught in an all day workshop taught by Karolyn “Nubin” Minerd. She has designed a hummingbird project especially for our guild here in Green Valley! The project will use basic shapes using her three favorite turned under (no raw edges) techniques and products for machine applique. There is a kit fee of $10 that you will need to purchase from Nubin the day of class (cash only please). The kit includes the three different appliqué products you will be using in the class, glue, an Appliqué tool, written instructions on each technique, and the pattern for the hummer.
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Step 1 : Sign Up
Whether you pay online or mail a check, or even if the program is free, please fill out the Program Signup form. This is important so Gretchen can expect you and can send you a supply list. This information goes directly to the Program Chairs. You'll indicate whether you're paying by check or on Square. or if it's free. You'll get a confirmation email. Click on the LINK or the button. Here's the link spelled out: https://forms.gle/pZDbN9SpTTM5S6Bk7 Some workshops require payment. Please follow the instructions below to submit payment if required.
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January 19, 2023 -- Nubin Jensen-Collage Quilting, Sweet Summer Watermelon
At our January meeting on the 19th, we will have a trunk show by Karolyn "Nubin" Jensen. She has many talents, one of which is Collage Quliting. Below is a piece she made. Nubin's Story I have been long arm quilting since 2005. We started out with a Gammill Optimum plus and then added a second machine, another Gammil Optimum plus in 2010. I do all of the custom quilting and my husband, Bob, does all of the edge to edge pantograph quilting. Read more about Bob below. I am passionate about my art and what I do in my custom Quilting. I have always drawn and doodled on paper - now I draw with thread on quilts! I enjoy teaching long arm classes, piecing classes, designing my own quilts, dyeing my own fabric and doing trunk shows |
November 18 Program - 10-3pm - FREE - Karen Rainford
Create a modern table runner in one day. You’ll use a simple, free pattern, and bargello techniques to piece the table runner. You’ll finish the runner with a flat binding, and embellish with straight-line or free motion quilting. Use your own fabrics and keep your runner, or choose fabrics from the Charity Quilting bins and we’ll donate the results. Quilters of all skill levels are welcome for an interactive day of fun and fellowship. Workshop Fabric Instructions |
October 2022 -- MJ Kinman -- Lecture:Gems and Joy,
Bite-Size Gems Workshop, with MJ Kinman: 10am -4pm, ZOOM, Friday, October 21, Length of Workshop: 5-6 hours, Skill Level: Confident Beginner—MAX Students: 25 , COST: members:$45.00, non-members: $55.00. In this fast-paced workshop, participants will create their own singularly beautiful work of faceted light using the same single-foundation piecing techniques MJ uses to create her own “diamond quilts”. Participants will choose from one of several pre-selected abstract gem designs based on their skill level. They will then learn how to chart the design onto freezer paper; code each piece for color, location, and adjacency; position template pieces onto fabric to achieve the desired light effects; and ultimately create their own unique study in faceted color. Participants will leave the class with a small top that can later be hand- or machine-quilted at home If you have questions, please contact Gretchen Lima at gretchen@gretchenlima.com or phone 520-730-4117. You will receive a Supply list after you have signed up, and paid. |
Workshop May 20, - Make a Saguaro Cactus wall hanging.
For our workshop, on May 20th, Palma will show us how to make a cactus wall hanging using strips. Below is a picture of 3, but we will only be making one in the workshop. The workshop is from 10am to 1:30pm with a half hour to eat lunch. Palma is presenting the class free of charge, except for her pattern, which is $15.00, to be paid to her at the workshop. There will be a list of fabrics and supplies you will need, that I will email to you once you sign up on our web site, https://www.greenvalleyquiltguild.com |
March 2022In March, our Program was given by Valerie Funk, from Tucson. This terrific program for beginner Quilters gave us a wonderful chance to learn how to use fusible web to create designs on fabric. It turns out it’s pretty simple and FUN! Her Lecture/trunk show on March 17th, was in person at our meeting, and was titled, Valerie Funk Quilt Artistry. The program was about her story and what led her to creative art quilting, and what drives her creative motivation. The workshop, in person as well, (at least as far as we know at the moment) on March 18th, 10-4pm, will be "Southwest Splendor". Below is from an email from Valerie: "I have published a few books that can be found on Amazon Big Star Beautiful by Valerie Funk A multi sized star block sampler pattern book) Valerie Funk Quilt Artistry 2018 (look book) I have had quilts travel with SAQA around the US I’ve had several quilts accepted into AQS shows I have have had several award winning quilts in SUGAR shows First place winner with Gammill Fall in my World challenge I’ve created patterns and quilts for Paintbrush Studio’s a division of Fabri-Quilt My work has been featured by Omni Thread and a few other publications. Although I am primarily an art quilter I am an artist of many mediums. My degree is in graphic art and photography. My favorite theme has been landscapes and mid century modern abstract art. I be am also a ten year Army veteran with three boys that have all served and I try to create something every few years that I can sell or raffle to help support our troops." |
Lecture, JANUARY 20, 2022
From Inspiration to Art Process—PowerPoint lecture presentation on the topic of where she finds inspiration for her art: Other artists, photographs, influences from life experiences. She also discuss how to make effective quilts using art concepts such as limiting color palette, simplifying the background, using repetition of line, shapes, values and color throughout the work. |
Our Speaker for November 2021 was Karen Fisher from Tucson at our in-person meeting.
Building Your Quilting Skill Set How many of you have a favorite quilting skill? How many of you try to avoid some construction techniques because you do not like or fully understand them? Learn the joy of expanding your own quilting ideas by adding to your own repertoire of quilting construction skills. |
Our October workshop was led by our own Fran Elliot. We worked with the Sew Kind of Wonderful ruler- The Mini Quick Curve Ruler to create a Santa block.
Fran is a retired Oncology Nurse, originally from Chicago, who joined our Guild about a year ago when she and her husband moved from the Phoenix area to Green Valley. Unfortunately for us, they have moved back to the Sun city area of Phoenix, however she has retained her membership in our Guild. She is also a Certified Zentangle Teacher, and practices Zentangle for self enjoyment. Teaching has been put on hold for the last year due to Covid. She is an award winning gourd artist, and produce only a few pieces a year at this time, since she is focused on quilting as her primary art. |
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September 16, 2021
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September 16th, 1pm- Post -Meeting Speaker- Christine Hager-Braun
Have you ever made “bad art” like a painting with the colors all wrong, a drawing with a poor composition, or a quilt with the seams not lining up? I have, more than just once! In this lecture we discuss the influence of talent and dedication on creativity and how creativity applies to different forms of expression, including (but not limited to) painting, fiber art, and quilting. While we all know that creative expression helps us to balance our lives, we often lack confidence in our pursuit of creativity. Together we explore the obstacles we face and how we can overcome them, individually, in one-on-one settings, or as a member of a group. This presentation is a mixture of practical steps, plenty of inspiration for a positive mindset, and some not so serious stories about my own creative journey. Of course, lots of images of my fiber art accompany this lecture. You will walk away with a clear understanding how you can develop more confidence in your creative process. |
August 2021 Program
Aug. 19-Lecture- “Now You See It, Now You Don’t. The Magic of Disappearing Blocks. August 20th 10am-4:30pm, Workshop: Making Magic, a Disappearing Block Sampler Quilt |
What an exciting workshop we had today with Brita Nelson. Here’s my top so far. Will give it a border on another day.
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JUNE 17, 2021- STUDIO CRAWL
No Workshop this month. The Studio Crawl was held after our main meeting on Thursday. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE YOUR SEWING ROOM? Ever wonder how other Quilters organize their supplies and work room? It's fun to see the space that artists use to create their art. The members who shared their quilt studios with us were: Palma Davis. Diane Johnson, Nancy Mosher, Cindy Cutsforth, and Janell Hurst. We were invited into their homes to see us how they set up their sewing spaces. What a great program. Thanks ladies. |
April Lecture and Workshop with Karen McCarty Via Zoom--Applipiecing
Lecture on April 15th at 1:00. Workshop on April 16th, from 10:00 to 4:00 This class introduces the technique of Applipiecing, which can produce wonderful curved lines, and very sharp points with ease. It is a combination of freezer paper applique and paper piecing… with a twist. The use of ombres creates luminosity and movement in this fun, fast moving class. You’ll transfer the design to freezer paper, and iron fabric onto freezer paper pattern pieces. You will be able to see the design develop on the provided design board instantly. Finish by learning the unique way of sewing each piece together. A light box would be helpful if you have one, or you will have to trace the patterns up on your window. |
Little Landscape Participant Quilts |