Registration is now open to everyone! This class is intended to be accessible to people who may not be ready to follow through with Judith’s whole process, although all registrants must have some past experience with free-motion quilting. Master the art of using thread to enhance the colors and textures of your quilt in […]
Kathy Hansen describes her Quilt As You Go Class as a flexible quilting technique that is fast, fun and scrap friendly. There are many variations to this technique which we will discuss in class, but I will show you how to strip piece and quilt at the same time. When your four blocks are completed, we […]
First Meeting of the 2026 Programs Committee to be held Nov. 11th at 6:00 pm at Boise Rigging Supply, 6750 W. Victory Rd., Boise. Anyone who is interested in being a part of the Programs team is encouraged to attend.
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 […]
Former guild president Maureen Stevens has agreed to teach an Origami Star Hot Pad class. Learn how to make the round, traditional "origami" stars featured in some of the Rachaeldaisy Dodd's quilts, and leave with a hot pad suitable for gift-giving or for holiday decor! Supply list: Machine in good working order ¼" foot for […]
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 […]
The workshop is called "Accidental Landscape: Mountain Views" by Karen Eckmeier and will be held on Jan. 17th from 9:30 to 12:30 via ZOOM. The price will be $25 and the maximum number of ticket sales 24. Tickets will go on sale on Oct. 16, 2025. The deadline to register for this workshop (or to […]
Are you interested in designing your own quilt, but are unsure where to start, or just need a gentle nudge to take the leap? This class is your nudge! Lynne will briefly speak of her own journey into design, outlining how she identified her own design roadblocks and how she works around them. She will […]
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.
Lisa Flowers Ross has agreed to teach a two-day "Abstracting from Reality" workshop for us from 8:45-3:45 on Feb. 26 & 27, 2026. The workshop will be held at the Idaho State Archives building, 2205 Old Penitentiary Rd., Boise, 83712. Lisa Flowers Ross is a celebrated textile artist who creates colorful, modern, contemporary art. Because […]
This can be a baby quilt or a wall hanging. There is the option to make it bigger. All you need is a striped fabric and a border fabric (or two). The most difficult part is actually finding a striped fabric you like. Although a fabric with regularly spaced lines will work just fine. Try […]
On March 19, 2026, from 9:00-12:30, MJ Kinman will teach a half-day workshop called "Improv Gems." The workshop will be held in the Arrowrock South Meeting Room at the Hampton Inn/ Boise Spectrum, 7499 W Overland Rd, Boise, ID 83709. Ticket sales will open Jan. 1st and the workshop will be made available to everyone […]