We always have exciting programs with nationally known speakers and talented teachers. Please contact our 2nd Vice President for more information.
QGET is proud to be able to provide Tyler quilters with programs and workshops taught by many nationally renowned quilters. Our speakers are authors, quilt pattern designers, fabric dyers and nationally recognized instructors. Many have produced award winning quilts at some of the most prestigious quilt shows in the United States.
Programs are offered the second Thursday of each month following the QGET business meeting at First Christian Church, Tyler. There is no charge to attend a program.
Workshops vary in length from 1/2 day to a full day. They are held on the second Friday of the month. Full day workshops are generally $40 for members who sign up in advance and $45 for members who sign up at the meeting on Thursday just prior to the workshop. Cost may vary with the length of the workshop. Workshops begin at 9am. Participants are encouraged to arrive by 8:30 to set up machines and supplies if necessary. Workshops are in the workshop room at First Christian Church, Tyler.
Participants in full day workshops are responsible for either bringing their lunch or obtaining lunch at a nearby restaurant.
Last Updated: 22 May 2022
Quilters' Guild of East Texas
Wow! What a wonderful program we had presented by our Bee Creative group in May! The hands-on demonstrations as part of the program were a delightful addition. On Friday we had a fun and creative workshop. As a total non-artist, I learned so much and had a great time playing with all the embellishment options and seeing the freedom that you have with art quilt techniques. I am inspired and enjoying working on my project.
June- Barn Quilts & Barn Trails Suzi Parron
You may have seen wonderful, large quilt blocks painted on signs and hung on barns and other buildings in the past. Suzi Parron has researched and written books about the Quilt Trail Movement. The presentation will be via Zoom. Here is her website: http://www.barnquiltinfo.com/suzi.htm. We are lucky to have 3 Barn Quilt Trails in our area, one right here in Tyler! I am sure you will enjoy taking the trail and looking at the quilt signs! Here are the links to the websites to locate the maps. Check it out before the June meeting and you may be inspired to join the East Texas Barn Quilt Trail.
https://www.facebook.com/East-Texas-Barn-Quilt-Trail-354633805449085/
https://maps.ci.nacogdoches.tx.us/barnquilts/
https://fannincountyquiltbarntrail.com/
Workshop- Rhonda Chapman will teach us how to make a barn quilt sign on June 10th. The cost of the workshop is $20 and the kit fee for the “prepared” board is $10. You will need to supply paint in your desired colors. See complete supply list at QGETX.org.
July- Cuddle Quilt Challenge & Charities
We will all be showing the Cuddle Quilts we have made and members will vote for their favorite 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for prizes. We will also have guests from some of our charities to talk about their work in the community and how they use our donations.
Workshop- Working with Wool Lisa Martin has created 2 different cute designs for a mug rug or a pin cushion. She is providing the materials for a $12 kit fee. Class is $20. Supply list at QGETX.org.
August- Eleanor Burns
We will have a special treat in August. Robin Kinley has arranged for Eleanor Burns to do a Zoom presentation. Details to be provided later.
Workshop- Sashiko Introduction to Sashiko by the Sew Happy Quilters.
Learn this ancient Japanese art of stitching beautiful patterns with heavy thread to add a design element to quilts, clothing and household items. Learn how to mark your fabric or use a preprinted pattern. Workshop is from 9 am to 2 pm. Class is $20. Supply list at QGETX.org. To sign up for class, call Janene Auld 817-454-0501 or email at LJRanch19@gmail.com; for questions, call Cathy Woodson 903-570-8706.
Class information - Classes are normally held on the Friday 9 am to 4 pm, following our Guild meeting on Thursday. You may want to arrive a little early to get your work area set up. The classes meet in the Christian Life Center (CLC) building which is behind the church building we have our Guild meetings in. We use Room 5. You may bring your lunch or get take-out locally during our lunch break. Please see the supply list on our website for your specific class.
Cathy Woodson
PROGRAMS AND WORKSHOPS
June 9, Suzi Parron, via Zoom, Barn Quilts
June 10,Workshop,Barn Quilts and Trails, Rhonda Chapman
July 14, Wooly Ewes, Marylou Douglas
July 15, Workshop, Wool Applique, Lisa Martin and Wooly Ewe Members
August 11, Eleanor Burns, via Zoom, TBD
August 12, Workshop, Sashiko, Sew Happy Quilters