The Quilters Guild of East Texas 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 $45 for members and $55 for non-members.  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.  The classes meet in the Christian Life Center (CLC) building which is behind the church building where we have our Guild meetings. We use Room 5. You may bring your lunch or get take-out locally during our lunch break. 

Upcoming Workshops

  • Precision Piecing with the Swoon Block - Katherine Zimmerman

    • 05/09/2024
    • 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 4
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    Do you want to learn how to sew with precision?  Learn how to keep those points pointy!  During class you'll learn cutting and organization tips and fool-proof techniques for perfect half-square triangles and flying geese blocks.  Katherine will also review tools and notions she uses in making perfect blocks for her award-winning quilts.

    Class Fee - $25.00 Member, $35.00 Non-Member 

    Pattern must be purchased prior to class.  Check with your local quilt shop or purchase a pdf version from the original designer here. (Thimble Blossoms Swoon Pattern)

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  • Prepared Edge Machine Applique - Katherine Zimmerman

    • 05/10/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 0
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    Finish your applique projects faster with your sewing machine!  Katherine will start by teaching her method of prepared edge applique.  Later, she will work with you individually to achieve the best stitch from your machine.  Scroll down to look at the close-up photos.  The stitches are really invisible! 

    Class Fee $45.00 Members, $55.00 Non-Members  

    Kit Fee: $5.00 Includes pattern, stabilizer, applique templates, orange stick turning tool.

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  • Fabric Cafe 3 Yard Quilts - Mitzy Pearson

    • 06/14/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 12
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    Join Mitzy for a relaxed and fun workshop featuring two of Fabric Café’s three yard quilt patterns.  With Fabric Cafe's innovative approach, you'll learn how to craft a gorgeous quilt using just 3 yards of fabric, minimizing waste and maximizing your sewing time. 

    Option 1 - Town Square - This pattern, designed to make a bold statement with its eye-catching visual impact is perfect for showcasing medium to large prints.   

    Option 2– Brand New Pattern Release – To be revealed in May.










    Topics to be covered will include reading the pattern, cutting, pressing, organization, accuracy, no math borders, economy binding.

    Bonus* Mini quilts will be provided for hands on Economy Binding practice.

    Class Fee $25.00 Members, $35.00 Non-Members  

    Supply List:  3 One yard cuts of 3 coordinating fabrics, sewing machine, sewing notions, thread, pins, rotary cutter, seam ripper, etc.

    Purchase Town Square pattern individually here. Town Square 

    Purchase the pattern which is included in the book Easy Peasy 3-Yard Quilts here. Easy Peasy 3-Yard Quilts







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  • Bionic Gear Bag - Rhonda Chapman

    • 07/12/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 14
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    Rhonda Chapman will guide you through the process of sewing this cute and very useful notions bag.  Don't be intimidated by zippers and pockets! Rhonda has made many of these bags and she will teach you her tricks! 

    Class Fee $25.00 Members, $35.00 Non-Members  

    Purchase pattern here (RipStitcher on Etsy)

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  • Make Curved Templates of Your Own Design - Patricia Belyea

    • 08/17/2024
    • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • ZOOM Workshop
    • 11
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     **SATURDAY ZOOM WORKSHOP**

    Design and make curved templates for repeated blocks.  You will start with the basics of making templates from freezer paper and move into a confident approach for sewing curved seams that are actually flat!  The workshop project is a baby quilt or wall hanging filled with easy, repeated blocks made with your very own original templates!

    Class Fee $45.00 Members, $55.00 Non-Members  

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  • Hollow Star Table Runner - Krista Moser

    • 09/12/2024
    • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 20
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    Create a stunning table runner with Krista Moser and the Creative Grids 60 Degree Ruler.   With Krista's expert piecing method, even beginners can embark on this quilting journey to produce a high-impact piece that's both fun to make and quick to assemble. 

    Class Fee $25.00 Members, $35.00 Non-Members  

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  • Vintage Windmill - Krista Moser

    • 09/13/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 19
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    The Vintage Windmill pattern combines charming color combinations with simple shapes to create a secondary design that is deceptively easy. Use the Creative Grids 60-Degree Diamond Mini Ruler to cut diamonds and triangles from strip sets, then arrange your colors to create a one-of-a-kind quilt with no Y seams! If you have been wanting to break out of the same old quilting routine and try something different, this pattern is just the thing. 

    Once registered, you will receive a promo code for 50% off the digital pattern (not printed). 

    Class Fee $45.00 Members, $65.00 Non-Members  

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  • Semaphore Stripes - Krista Moser

    • 09/14/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 20
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    Saturday Workshop!  

    Are you looking for a great way to use stripes? The Semaphore Stripes quilt is the perfect way to use striped fabric to make a secondary design without all the complicated piecing stripes typically require, and its jelly roll friendly! This quilt combines strip-piecing with a few well-placed Y seams to get the most dramatic effect. The pieces are large and uncomplicated, letting the fabric do the talking.

    Once registered, you will receive a promo code for 50% off the digital pattern (not printed). 

    Class Fee $45.00 Members, $65.00 Non-Members  

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  • Picture Piecing Design Class - Cynthia England

    • 11/14/2024
    • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 20
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    This class is designed to make you feel more comfortable designing your own wall hanging using the Picture Piecing technique.  Come to have FUN!  It's not as hard as it looks.  Several designs will be provided which start out simple and gradually become more complex.  Sewing Machines are not required.

    Class Fee - $30.00 Member, $45.00 Non-Member 

    Material Fee $15.00 Payable in class, Cash preferred

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  • Bird Design Picture Piecing - Cynthia England

    • 11/15/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 19
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    Learn the innovative "Picture Piecing" technique that uses only straight lines and no in-sets while making a beautiful bird wall hanging.  Choose Blue Heron or Glorious Hummingbirds.

    Class Fee - $45.00 Member, $65.00 Non-Member 

    Material Fee - $37.00, Payable in class

    Includes pattern and all fabric for top, complete with borders and binding.

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