Boise Basin Quilters Guild

“Large Scale Minimal” by Ashelyn Downs BBQ Membership Meeting Program

Boise Church of Christ 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, United States

Ashelyn Downs found her sewing experience, pattern writing, and design background culminating in the creation of beginner-friendly quilt patterns that represent the styles and spaces of the people who get to use them. Pulling from the full evolution of 20th-century architecture, 90's grunge, street art, travel, and pop culture, she combines minimalist color palettes and […]

My Favorite Online Resources – Amanda Oros – Program 08/21/25

Amanda Oros is not only a member of our guild, but also the host of the podcast "Not Your Granny's Quilt Show" and the owner of Sweet Pea Design Co. Amanda has a wide-ranging network of online quilting and sewing resources. In tonight's program, she will be sharing examples of some of her favorite online […]

Judith Phelps Guild Presentation/Trunk Show – Program 10/16/25

Judith Phelps, of Battle Ground, Washington, is an award-winning art quilter who often incorporates a combination of techniques such as applique, paint, thread painting, piecing, and 3D objects to produce unique and eye-catching pieces. The workshops that she has planned for the BBQ guild focus on two of her favorite techniques: hand painting a fabric […]

Introducing Rachaeldaisy – Membership Meeting Program – Zoom

Boise Church of Christ 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, United States

Add Aussie sunshine to chilly November and step into a world of vibrant colors, innovative designs and storytelling with Australian quilter, Rachaeldaisy Dodd's trunk show. Featuring an array of quilts that showcase her unique style and passion for blending tradition with modern techniques, this show is a celebration of creativity and beauty. You’ll see and […]

Happy Villages and Accidental Landscapes BBQ Membership Meeting Program – Zoom

Boise Church of Christ 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, United States

Karen Eckmeier describes herself as compelled to create" as creating gives her energy and she wants to share that energy with others. Her art is happy and upbeat, concentrating on the positive and whimsical side of life. In her lighthearted and informative Zoom presentation, she will share two totally different techniques with the same fun […]

Color Tips/ Techniques: Photo Palettes – Janice Black – Program 02/19/26

Boise Church of Christ 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, United States

Janice Black, our Schoolhouse chairperson, will share some brief tips about choosing colors for quilts. with a special focus on one of her favorite techniques-- building a quilt palette from a favorite photo.

Gems & Joy: Featuring the Gem Quilts of MJ Kinman Program March 19, 2026

Boise Church of Christ 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, United States

When people ask MJ Kinman what she does, she likes to tell them, "I make the biggest diamonds in the world . . . but instead of using the hardest substance on earth, I use the softest-- cloth!" MJ says, "The most beautiful gemstones capture light and reflect it back to us with unique brilliance, […]

“Captivating Compositions” by Deborah Boschert Program (via ZOOM) April 16, 2026.

Boise Church of Christ 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, United States

"Captivating Compositions" is a lively introduction to design and composition. Deborah introduces eight classic compositions and shares inspiring examples from traditional, modern and art quilting, plus examples from fine art! Learn how using these compositions can generate ideas for fabulous, original work. Learn more about Deborah and her work at www.DeborahsStudio.com

Cyanotype: Blue Printing History and Modern Explorations Program 06/18/26

Boise Church of Christ 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, United States

Join contemporary cyanotype artist Jessie Swimeley for a discussion of the history of cyanotype-- how it came to be and its historical uses. Learn how she puts a modern spin on her work and explore examples of other cyanotype artists working with textiles. Jessie Swimeley is a contemporary cyanotype artist based in the Treasure Valley. […]

Post Modern Quilting by Joe Cunningham (in person) October 15, 2026

Joe Cunningham has been a professional quilt artist since 1979. He began making quilts in his hometown of Flint, Michigan; eventually moving to San Francisco where he lives with his wife, Carol LeMaitre, above her Pilates studio, and maintains a gallery/ studio to make and show his quilts. Joe travels the world to show quilts […]