Quilt Show Meeting
2023-05-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-07-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-08-24 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Boise) | Boise Church of Christ, 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, 83704, United States

Membership Meeting
2023-06-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Boise Church of Christ, 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, 83704, United States
June 15 Program
Keynote Speaker
Lynne MacDonald
“Confessions of an eBay Addict (or the only cure is to never sign in and take a look)”
Lynne MacDonald will take you on a show-and-tell journey of the fruits of her three-year-long buying binge of vintage and antique quilts in the dangerous waters of the eBay world. She will share the lovely quilts, tops, fabrics, blocks, embellishments, etc., that captured her eye and tapped her savings account.

BBQ Board Meeting
2023-08-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-09-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-10-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-07 19:00 - 21:00

BBQ General Membership Meeting
2023-08-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-09-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-10-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Boise Church of Christ, 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, 83704, United States

Boise Basin Quilters 2023 Quilt Show
2023-09-29 10:00 - 2023-09-30 17:00 | Expo Idaho, Garden City, Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID, 83714, United States

Making Fabric – Improv “Crumb” Quilting - Quilters Schoolhouse
2023-10-21 09:00 - 15:00 | Boise Rigging Supply, 6750 West Victory Road, Boise, ID, 83709, United States
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Instructor: Terri Curry, BBQ Past President & Past Quilt Show Chair
Date: Saturday, October 21
Location: Boise Rigging Supply, 6750 West Victory Road, Boise
Cost: $15
This class is back by popular request.
No! There is no loom involved. This class is a way of piecing fabric together to make a block or strip of a desired size. The method is a cross between crazy quilting and improvisational work. Don’t become intimidated. It’s not difficult. Some quilter’s call it crumb blocks. The result of your work will be a surprising and very interesting way to use scraps and even small orphan blocks by playing with color.
Use your own scraps or scraps supplied by the instructors. Many quilters use the end result to make a quilt divided by sashing or use them with other neutral tones. You will leave the class with blocks and new ideas to use in your quilts or projects along with resources to help you.
Questions about this class, suggestions for future classes, or would like to volunteer with Quilters’ Schoolhouse contact Janice Black at schoolhouse@boisebasinquilters.org.

BBQ General Membership Meeting
2023-11-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Boise Church of Christ, 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, 83704, United States
At the November meeting attending membership will have the opportunity to enjoy hearing Lisa Flowers Ross speak of her experiences as an artist-inresidence in various states. She’s served several such residencies, most recently at Arizona’s Petrified Forest National Park. She will share with us the inspirations she gained and artworks that resulted from these residencies.

Big Stitch Quilting - Quilters Schoolhouse - Class is full
2024-01-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Boise Rigging Supply, 6750 West Victory Road, Boise, ID, 83709, United States
Instructor: Janice Black
Date: Saturday, January 6, 2024
Location: Boise Rigging Supply, 6750 West Victory Road, Boise
Cost: $15
More information…
Big-stitch quilting uses chunky contrasting threads and large stitches to finish a quilt rapidly by hand while adding a lot of texture and interest. Although this type of quilting has been around for a long time and can be found in antique quilts, it has enjoyed a recent revival in popularity and works especially well with modern quilts. It is a perfect starting point for people who are complete beginners at hand quilting and also works well for people who have quilted by hand for a long time but are starting to have difficulty with tiny hand stitches because of arthritis or problems with their eyesight.
In this class, you will have plenty of time to practice the technique either on your own project or on a small quilt provided by BBQ’s Quilts for Kids special activities division.
This is the recommended supply list:
-A quilting hoop. These are different from embroidery hoops. They can be purchased fairly inexpensively from Joann’s if you use one of their 50% off coupons. I also have a couple that I can lend out (first come, first served), or you might be able to borrow one from a fellow quilter.
-A quilt project to work on. You may either bring your own pre-sandwiched project, or use one provided by BBQ’s Quilts for Kids department. If you use your own, it needs to be larger than your quilting hoop and should be basted with thread (3” long basting stitches are fine!) rather than spray-basted. Polyester or wool battings are highly recommended for this class because they are much easier than cotton to stitch through by hand. If you strongly prefer a cotton batt, try to find one that has no scrim.
-Chunky thread that contrasts nicely with your project. Perle cotton in size 12 or 16 is recommended. Size 8 gives a wonderful eye-catching effect and you are welcome to use it, but be aware that it will tire your hands and wrists more quickly. The amount of thread needed will vary according to your project size and how densely you plan to quilt. 1-3 spools are probably sufficient for a small project.
-A strong, sharp needle with an eye large enough for your selected thread size. Chenille needles are my favorite, but you might prefer to use a large crewel embroidery needle, a sashiko needle, or a needle specifically made for big-stitch quilting.
-Thread snips or scissors
-A thimble. Thimble designs are a matter of personal preference, but do find one that fits well and feels stable (not wobbly) on your finger. My favorite is Bohin’s gold-plated brass thimble, a fairly inexpensive thimble that can fit more than one of your fingers nicely because of its long, tapered design. A thimble design with a raised circle at the tip can help keep your needle from slipping off. If you have long nails, you may want to try a Clover open-sided thimble.

BBQ Membership Meeting - Online Only.
2024-01-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Boise Church of Christ, 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, 83704, United States
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT AN IN-PERSON MEETING. Details to access the online presentation will be forwarded to members prior to this meeting.
Speaker: Jaime Davis
Website: https://www.loopytulips.com/
About Jamie (her suggested quilt guild lecture introduction)
“Formerly a scientist, Jaimie Davis is an award-winning quilter who began quilting in 1993. In
addition to making quilts, she designs patterns, kits and technique-based workshops and
travels widely to teach for quilt guilds, retreats and quilting festivals.
Her work has been shown in national and international exhibits including the International
Quilt Show in Houston, Texas and the Pacific International Quilt Festival in Santa Clara,
California.
Jaimie draws inspiration from color and curvy lines and loves to add a touch of whimsey to
every project.
She and her husband live in Portland, Oregon with a whole bunch of quilts, a lot of great books,
a turtle their kids left behind and a never-ending supply of Diet Coke.”

Introduction to Curved Piecing - BBQ Schoolhouse
2024-01-27 09:00 - 15:00 | Boise Rigging Supply, 6750 West Victory Road, Boise, ID, 83709, United States
Introduction to Curved Piecing taught by Lynne MacDonald
Sewing curved pieces has a bad reputation for being difficult and so not fun. WRONG! I’m going to pass along some processes learned from several teachers, and hope that you will become a ‘curve-a-holic’ like I now am. I find that these methods allow for stress-free creation of smooth and highly accurate curves.
I’ll demonstrate three approaches that serve different purposes. One uses commercial templates. This approach is highly suited to traditional patterns like Robbing Peter to Save Paul (one of my very favorite designs). The second approach, learned from several classes I’ve taken from Jean Wells, is highly suited to improv quilting and making modern landscapes, and it requires no templating!! The last approach, learned in classes from Patricia Belyea, will allow you to create your own designs and easily assemble even complex curved patterns thru the use of freezer paper templates and a nifty marking method.
The goal of the class is to show you several different techniques to try, and have the opportunity to practice each. Don’t expect to end the day with a finished item. I’m NOT an expert…if I can do this (and I CAN), you can do this
Supply list:
fabric (sizable scraps and fat quarters, colors/patterns with contrast to show off curved lines. Aim for sufficient to make three finished blocks, if you are a speed demon.)
freezer paper (Reynolds, available at any grocery, but I’ll bring my roll for you to pull from)
curved templates if you already own some (I’ll bring templates you can borrow, so no need to shop if you own none as of yet)
Sharpie (fat tip black)
prismacolor pencils in colors to easily show on your dark and light fabrics (ONLY Prismacolor—if you have none, you can use mine. Other pencil brands cause a problem, I’ve forgotten what it is, but think it’s related to ironing)
fabric marking tools (chalk or other preferred fine tip disappearing marker) for marking around/in templates
sewing machine
thread (it’s good to reduce seam bulk in curves, so recommend load bobbins with a light weight & top spool with light or medium weight)
cutting mat
rotary cutters, either or both of a small and/or medium diameter, with sharp blade (I know…lists always say this, yet we still often hope the old blade is good enough). If you have one, nice to also have your cutter you use for paper.
cutting ruler(s) (include one, like a 6×12, that is short and narrow enough to easily move around, and has a clearly visible 1/4″ line along one edge)
pins (recommend thin pins, like silk pins, as you typically can sew across them rather than have to keep stopping to pull them ahead of your needle)
paper scissors and fabric scissors
seam ripper, and if it will not also double as a stiletto, bring a stiletto
ironing mat and iron to use near your machine, if you want to save time running to a class board (you do a lot of seam pressing)

BBQ Membership Meeting
2024-02-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Boise Church of Christ, 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, 83704, United States

Building Blocks Schoolhouse February 24, 2024
2024-02-24 09:00 - 16:00
Building Blocks Schoolhouse Class, February 24th, 2024
PLEASE NOTE: Credit or refund may be requested for cancellations made before a class registration deadline (this class – February 17).
Almost all pieced quilt blocks, whether simple or complex, can be broken down into certain design elements such as half-square triangles and flying geese. In this class, former guild president Maureen Stevens will describe twelve essential design elements that can be used to make many different quilt blocks. She will present tips and several different methods of making most of these elements and give you patterns for simple blocks that utilize these elements. Come and explore, and maybe make a baby quilt in the process!
Supply list:

Machine in good working order
Machine needles and ¼” foot for machine
Pins, scissors and seam ripper
Neutral thread
Rotary cutter, rulers and mat
Marking pencil
Iron and pad (we will have a few irons and boards available)
Scraps of fabric or 12 fat quarters in light, medium and dark

We will use some of these tools as well, so if you have any of them bring them:

That Patchwork Place 6” Bias Square
Fons &Porter Triangle Trimmers
Judy Martin’s Ultimate Point Trimmer
Quilt in a Day Flying Geese Ruler

BBQ Membership Meeting
2024-03-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Boise Church of Christ, 2000 Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, 83704, United States
The March meeting will be a presentation of “Round Robin” and “Friendship” Quilts as well as sharing brief tips on how to deal with a stack of blocks that are not all the same size.

Sit and Sew with Kenna Ogg of Madison Cottage Design - BBQ Schoolhouse
2024-03-23 10:00 - 16:00
Kenna has requested that in lieu of the $15 class fee, everyone bring $15 worth of Foodbank supplies to be donated to the local Foodbank. If there are those who prefer not to donate, the $15 class fee still applies.
Kenna is a local quilt designer who specializes in fat-quarter-friendly designs. Participants should bring one of the following Madison Cottage Design patterns to class, along with basic sewing supplies:

Eggplant Relish (Omnigrid 96 ruler)
Cocoa Nibs (Creative Grids Perfect Rectangle ruler)
Field Greens (no ruler required).

All of Kenna’s patterns, as well as the rulers required for specific patterns, are available from Sewfinity.com, a local online quilt store based in Meridian. If orders are placed early enough, Sewfinity can get more of these specific patterns if needed. Otherwise, Kenna’s patterns can also be found at other local quilt stores and online.

This class will basically be a sit-and-sew, with Kenna on hand to answer questions about the patterns and give cutting advice and color advice.

In lieu of the usual $15 Schoolhouse registration fee, Kenna has requested that class participants bring $15 worth of food or hygiene supplies, or a $15 Fred Meyer gift certificate to be donated to the Foodbank.

Treasure Shop Hop 2024
2024-04-18 09:00 - 18:00, 2024-04-19 09:00 - 18:00, 2024-04-20 09:00 - 18:00, 2024-04-21 10:00 - 17:00
Support your local independent quilt shops and join in the fun.
10 shops are participating this year.
See Treasure Shop Hop website for detailed information
https://www.treasureshophop.com/home
The Shops page has contact information & maps for each shop
https://www.treasureshophop.com/shops
Both The Quilt Crossing in Boise and Bluebird Studio in Nampa have graciously provided space to display our 2024 raffle quilt and sell raffle tickets. Volunteers are needed to staff the tables at each shop. BBQ Members: click this link to sign up to volunteer
Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 9am-6pm
Sunday: 10am-5pm (not all shops will be open on Sunday — check shop website)

BBQ Membership Meeting
2024-04-18 19:00 - 21:00
April Zoom Presenter — Linda Schmidt
Down & Dirty Design and Terrific Techniques
Linda’s presentation gives you principles of design you can keep in your head while creating traditional and/or art quilts and shows you shortcuts and techniques to make your quilts come live! See how to use fabric paints, fusibles, heat guns, cracked ice, Lutradurm, Tyvek, Angelina fiber, Puff Paint, foil and many other substances to create special effects while remaining true to the quilting tradition.

Foundation Paper Piecing with Freezer Paper 2 - Schoolhouse
2024-04-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Boise Rigging Supply, 6750 West Victory Road, Boise, ID, 83709, United States
This class (on April 20 only) has been cancelled. If you have signed up for this one, please contact Janice Black at schoolhouse@boisebasinquilters.org. She may be able to accommodate your attending the April 27 class. Thank you for your interest.
Joyce Cambron has been quilting for over 30 years, and was employed at both The Cotton Club and The Quilt Crossing. She first learned the freezer paper technique in a 3-day workshop with Judy Mathieson in 2002, making a large Mariner’s Compass quilt. In 2010, Leisure Arts published her book on machine piecing curved seams, including 6 projects using her technique with freezer paper.
Joyce is eager to share this fun technique with you! You’ll be introduced to the technique with an Off-Center Log Cabin Block and then move on to a Wonky House Block that Joyce will use for discussing the challenges of odd-shaped fabric pieces and what’s involved in sewing multiple sections into a block.”
Class registration close April 19, 2024.
Supply List:
This technique was introduced to me over 20 years ago in a workshop with Judy Mathieson. Since then I have applied her technique to many Foundation Piecing designs.
Using Freezer Pape r for foundations has several advantages including the fact that the foundations can be re-used multiple times if handled care fully; and even better, you don’t need to tear away the paper.
Class Supplies
Basic sewing supplies
Sewing machine, thread and loaded bobbins Rotary cutter, rulers and matt
Scissors for both fabric and paper Travel or craft iron and ironing surface
Permanent marker for labeling foundation areas (Black Fine Point Sharpie) Optional: Add-a-Quarter Ruler, any length.
I will bring my collection of Add-a-Quarters for students to try but please don’t purchase one until you decide if you like this technique.
Please bring an old sewing machine needle for perforating paper.
Joyce will provide pre-printed foundations on 8 1/2″ x 11″ freezer paper sheets for both of the projects.
Off-Center Log Cabin Blocks
The Log Cabin is a standard for Foundation Piecing. It’s a fine beginning project for learning the Freezer Paper technique. I’ve chosen the Off-Center design because four finished blocks can be used to create a pillow top or small wall hanging with a little more zing. You can choose whether to finish the extra three foundations you’ll be creating in class, or just make the one.
Please pre-cut strips. They do not have to be precisely cut – we will trim them as we move along.
Wide Strips: 1 3/4″ – 2″ wide (See Reds)
These are the fabrics you’ll choose for the “center” if you’re planning a 4-block top. You’ll need about 54 inches total for one block, 216 inches total for 4 blocks.
Narrow Strips: 1 1/4″ – 1 1/2″ wide (See Blacks)
These are the fabrics which for the “background” for a 4-block “circle”. Cut about 60 inches for one block, 240 inches for 4.
Wonky House Block
This 8-inch block can be finished as a potholder, or as the center of a larger project.
Feel free to bring plenty of fabric scraps. I’m giving you minimal sizes for the larger areas of the block.
Background: 6″ x 20″
House: 2 1/2″ x 16″
Door: 2 1/2″ x 4″
Chimney: 1 1/2″ x 2 1/2″
Window: 2″ x 2″
Tree: 4″ x 6″
Roof: 2″ x 12″
Trunk: 2” x 2 1/2”

Treasure Shop Hop 2024
2024-04-22 09:00 - 18:00, 2024-04-23 09:00 - 18:00
Support your local independent quilt shops and join in the fun.
10 shops are participating this year.
See Treasure Shop Hop website for detailed information
https://www.treasureshophop.com/home
The Shops page has contact information & maps for each shop
https://www.treasureshophop.com/shops
Both The Quilt Crossing in Boise and Bluebird Studio in Nampa have graciously provided space to display our 2024 raffle quilt and sell raffle tickets. Volunteers are needed to staff the tables at each shop. BBQ Members click this link to sign up to volunteer
Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 9am-6pm
Sunday: 10am-5pm (not all shops will be open on Sunday — check shop website)
