Description:
Join us for our Summer Soiree – a delightful quilting guild picnic where creativity meets community! Whether you're a longtime member, new to our guild, or simply curious about quilting, this is your perfect chance to dive in!
Come for delicious food, inspiring demonstrations, exciting games, PRIZES and plenty of laughter. Connect with fellow fabric enthusiasts and discover why our quilting community is so special.
Bring:
Your brightest smile
A Snack to Share
and your Show and Tell
for an evening filled with friendship, fun, and fantastic conversations that'll leave you inspired and excited about our wonderful world of quilting!
Come see what we're all about!
Zoom Call Link: As this is a social event there is no Zoom link tonight. We hope you'll join us in person for the party!
In-person meeting location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3208 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703
Innovative Quilt Making - Blending Modern and Traditional Techniques
Join us in welcoming Jennifer Wagner of Snapdragon Quilting as she shares how to Expand your quilting repertoire and create stunning quilts with a mix of modern and traditional techniques. While we honor the traditional methods that laid the foundation for quilting, there are countless innovative techniques to explore that go beyond classic quilt blocks. In this engaging lecture, she'll guide you step-by-step through various techniques, including:
Curved Piecing: Achieve smooth, beautiful curves in your quilts.
Foundation Paper Piecing: Enhance precision and accuracy in your designs.
Reverse Appliqué: Add intricate and unique details with ease.
Machine Blanket Stitching in Raw Edge Applique: For that whimsical look in much less time.
Mastering Y-Seams: Learn a simple trick to conquer Y-seams.
Gathering Tips: Make gathering fabric effortless.
Glue Basting: Discover the benefits of glue basting for perfect results.
Join us to add these invaluable techniques to your quilting toolkit and transform your quilt-making process!
Zoom Call Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85204812698?pwd=WDA2cHc5Zmc2aGhnWTliYmtpcmR1dz09
Call for Zoom Show 'n Tell: For those attending by Zoom, if you have a Show 'n Tell, please send a photo to president@aaqg.org by noon, seven days before the meeting. Please limit entries to 2. Photos received after the deadline will be included in the next monthly meeting Show 'n' Tell deck. For those in-person, please bring your Show 'n Tell pieces to share at the meeting.
Austin Area Quilt Guild is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. P.O. Box 5757, Austin, TX 78763
