QUILT SHOW CLASSES
If you have any questions about these classes, contact dottie.otoole@gmail.com for additional information.
August 3, 2024 – Free Motion Quilting (FMQ) on the Domestic Sewing Machine for Beginners11:30 am – 2:30 pm
$35 for DMQG Members
$40 for Non-Members
FMQ for Beginners is designed especially for the novice and designed to take the fear out of FMQ.
You will learn the basics: the language of FMQ and the “motions” that develop into motifs.
You can do it! No Stress! REALLY!
Bring your machine and plan to have fun!
August 10, 2024 – Memory Making Using Neckties to Make a Purse – 11:30 am – 3:30 pmTeacher: Carolyn Taylor
$10 for DMQG Members
$15 for Non-Members
A great way to recycle those old neckties and a great way to make something useful in memory of a loved one.
Supply List:
Sewing machine and sewing supplies (Don’t forget the foot and power cord)
One tie (wide) – do not wash or deconstruct!
One fat quarter for lining and pocket
Decorative 3/8 trim cording for strap (45″)
Decorative button
*Pattern, pellon, elastic cord, and Velcro will be provided.
August 17, 2024 – Quilt Appraiser, Pam Pampe
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
A member of the Professional Association of Appraisers with a concentrated focus on quilted textilesEstablished customers: $50
New customers: $75
A written appraiser report may include monetary value, design elements, historical value, and/or geographical area.
Appointments are strongly recommended. Walk-ins welcome: Contact Lin Vance for details and appointments: 304-258-7722
August 24, 2024 – Beginner’s Quilting11:30 am – 2:30 pm
Teachers: Dottie O’Toole and Barbara Waldron
$10 for DMQG Members
$15 for Non-Members
It is a great way to learn the sewing techniques needed for a quilted project.
Supply List:
Sewing machine with 1/4″ pressure foot (if available), power cord, foot control, extra needles
Thread and bobbins
Rotary cutter and mat
Quilter ruler
One to two fat quarters
Fabric scraps: 1 piece 5-1/2 x 5-1/2″ for front, 1 piece
5-1/2 x 10″ for backing, smaller pieces
505 Basting Spray or glue stick
September 7, 2024 – Paint a Barn Quilt11:30 am – 2:30 pm
Teachers: Dottie O’Toole and Carmen Winiarski
$50 for DMQG Members
$60 for Non-Members
Cost includes $15 for supplies and materials
Sue Royer recently taught this hands-on class at the West Virginia Quilt Show in Summersville, WV.
Supply List:
A stiff plastic card such as a store card or credit card OR a quilting seam roller
A hairdryer
18″ plastic straight-edge ruler such as a “C” thru quilting ruler
An old shirt or apron to protect your clothes
September 14, 2024 – Legal Considerations for Quilters11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Vickie L. Hylton, Esq., Hylton Law Office, PLLC
Free to the public!
What is the Difference:
* Copyright – how long does it last?
* Registered Trademark
* A Patent
* A Public Domain
What Can I Do Legally?
* Using a traditional pattern
* Selling my quilts and other items
* Information from a video
* Using Licensed Fabrics
* Raffling quilts for charity
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