Portland Modern Quilt Guild

Sewing/Quilting Classes for Choir Fundraising Auction

mybb@mybb.ru (StephanieHD) — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 04:01:10 +0300

Hello fellow PMQG-ers!

My choir (Portland Phoenix Choir -- a group "born from the ashes" of Marylhurst University's sudden closure) has been selected to sing in an international competition in Wales!

We are fundraising and I am putting together a basket to auction to share my love of quilting/sewing. Would you or anyone you know of be willing to donate a sewing/quilting class to the basket or possibly very basic machine quilting (for a small quilt)?

Any leads would be much appreciated! Modern Domestic has generously donated a gift certificate and Montavilla has donated machine servicing, so I'm off to a good start! Hopefully this basket can inspire someone to dust off their machine and have a go! I can provide a 501c3 number to anyone interested for their fully tax-deductible donation!

Thank you in advance!

-Stephanie

Columbia FiberArts Guild Art Event Sept. 15, 2018

mybb@mybb.ru (lulumoon) — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 22:15:57 +0300

Columbia FiberArts Guild presents "From Our Hands," a one-day arts event on September 15, 2018, to be held at Grace Memorial Episcopal Church 1535 NE 17th Ave. Portland, from 10-4:30. The event includes an exhibit of 2- and 3-dimensional textile arts, a fashion show, and a makers' market. There is crossover membership between CFG and PMQG. Come see what some of your fellow members are doing!

Over 75 works of art will be on exhibit throughout the day, and will include art quilts, wearable art, and 3-dimensional sculptural pieces. Ranging from the figurative to the abstract and conceptual, many of these works of art address contemporary issues, while others evoke emotion and contemplation of our beautiful world.

Another highlight of this event will be the fashion show which will take place at 2:30 p.m., presented by the Wearables group. An artists� reception will follow the fashion show.

The Artists Market will feature artistic and functional items for purchase. Guild members have been given the opportunity to present up to five items for the Market. Hand-painted silk scarves, stitched journals, art dolls and handmade felted vessels are among the items being offered for sale.

The public is invited to come enjoy this one-day event. Admission is free.

Bliss Rug Frame - FREE!

mybb@mybb.ru (pegfarrell) — Sat, 10 Mar 2018 19:26:06 +0300

I was given this "Bliss" brand rug frame and thought I'd pass it along to someone who would actually use it. It's dusty but seems to be in good working order. Please email me directly.

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10% Off Wide Backings through 12/31/17

mybb@mybb.ru (HeartbeatQuilting) — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 02:18:27 +0300

We carry wide backings from Robert Kaufman, Studio E Fabrics, Wilmington, Henry Glass, Shannon Fabrics, Maywood Studio, Benartex, and more! Now through 12/31/2017, receive 10% off all wide backings, (unless previously discounted). Preview online!

Heartbeat Quilting is an authorized representative for Gammill Quilting Systems and we are here to support you in all of your longarm quilting needs. We are the place to go for batting, thread and supplies. You can order by using our secure website, or by contacting us via email or by phone. See our full line of products on our website. Most items are in stock and available for same day pick up or shipping. We also offer WHOLESALE pricing on Superior Threads and Warm Company batting.

Machine Quilting Supplies
Batting by the yard, package, bolt or roll from Hobbs, The Warm Company, and Legacy by Pellon ~ Thread & PreWound Bobbins Superior Threads (So Fine!, King Tut, The Bottom Line, MasterPiece, OMNI, SuperBOBs, Mono.Poly), Signature Threads, Fil-tec (Glide, Magna-Glide, Luminary) ~ Wide Back Fabric 60� to 118� wide, Shannon Fabrics Cuddle, Wilimington, Robert Kaufman, Henry Glass, and more! Inventory changes often! ~ Design Aids & Elements such as Pantographs, Stencils, Rulers, Books, Hot Fix Crystals, Applique and more! ~ Gammill Longarm Parts & Supplies, Bobbins, Notions, Gifts for Quilters and more� See what surprises wait for you!

Heartbeat Quilting
16909 E. Sprague Avenue
Spokane Valley, WA 99037
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Northern Lights Statler Retreat - March 14-17, 2018 at Coeur d'Alene R

mybb@mybb.ru (HeartbeatQuilting) — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 02:07:58 +0300

The Northern Lights Statler Retreat is for those who are interested in or own a Gammill/Statler longarm quilting machine. The classes are based on the Gammill longarm quilting machines and Creative Studio software and will be taught by certified Creative Studio instructors Debbie Tribble and Page Johnson.

Wednesday afternoon will be our bonus class, followed by a meet and greet reception complete with hors d�oeuvres and a panel discussion. Thursday and Friday will each be a full day of classes, complimented by snack breaks and three square meals. Dinners will be followed by a show & share one night and a Q&A session the next. Saturday morning we will wrap up with breakfast and our final classes.

The cost for this retreat is $545.00 and includes 20 hours of class time, accompanied by additional interactive learning opportunities throughout the four days, plenty of time with new and old quilty friends, and we will also feed your bellies!

We are very excited to be offering Early Bird pricing! Register before January 15, 2018 and save $50!*

Please let us know if you have any questions at all!

For details, please email NorthernLightsStatlerRetreat@gmail.com, or

Join our Facebook Group for details and updates!

*Detailed deposit and cancellation policy is outlined on the registration form.

Winter Quilt Festival and Native Textile Workshop in Oaxaca, Mexico!

mybb@mybb.ru (elguerotours) — Sat, 09 Dec 2017 04:24:06 +0300

Hola! Come and join us for international quilting, indigenous textile discovery and winter sun in Mexico this February for the 10th edition of the Mexico Patchwork & Quilt Expo and Festival in Mexico City!
A celebration of colour, innovation and Mexican tradition awaits at the 10th edition of the Mexico Patchwork & Quilt Expo and Festival in Mexico City from February 15th thru 17th at the WTC Mexico City.
Three days of workshops, exhibitions, a quilt fashion show, marketplace and presentations from renowned international artists such as Lea McComas (US), Isabelle Wiessler (Germany), Gillian Travis (UK) and Geneviève Guadalupe (US) amongst others, will culminate in a unique embroidery workshop Quilting Cruise which takes place amongst the floating Aztec gardens of UNESCO World Heritage site Xochimilco (sochi-milco).
All information can be found on our website! We can't wait to hear from you!
http://quiltersdemexico.com/en/10epq18/

Zapotec Natural Dye and Weaving Workshop and Excursion!
After the Expo, on February 20th we continue on our discovery of colour, innovation and Mexican traditions and immerse ourselves in thousand-year old art and natural dye pots, in one of the most culturally rich regions of Mexico - Oaxaca (wahaca), home to the country's most vibrant arts and craft scene!
In this extraordinary, intimate and hands-on workshop and journey of discovery, we learn at the loom of our master weaver and collaborate with a co-op committed to using only organic, natural dyes in the Zapotec community of Teotitlán del Valle, where each member ensures environmental, cultural and community sustainability is the basis for their art.
During this five-day journey of discovery to the UNESCO World Heritage City of Oaxaca and the surrounding valleys, we'll:
� Meet and learn with indigenous wool weavers in a hands-on, two-day Natural Dye and Zapotec Weaving workshop.
� Discover the remarkable and diverse relationships between native flora and Oaxacan civilisations and their art.
� Understand the culture, history and identity of textiles in the region and their designs.
� Savour the unique flavours of the region (the first cuisine in the world to achieve UNESCO Culinary Heritage status and the birthplace of corn).
� Explore the archaeological site which has inspired the region's textile artisans for centuries.
As a capital of indigenous culture, we'll also have a unique experience in visiting the personal studios of master craftswomen across various disciplines from textiles to
ceramics. Oaxaca also intrigues with an exceptional, world-renowned cuisine, all of which places it rightfully at the top of the must-experience list for any artist and traveler interested in Mexican design, art and culture.
Come join us in Oaxaca and discover firsthand the unique ancestral techniques, tools and theories which are steeped in distinct perceptions of the earth and cosmos, all constantly brought to life in textiles, exclusively through the hues extracted from the earth�s plants and fibres!
For all the information, check out our brochure here

Memorial Day 2018 Week Retreat

mybb@mybb.ru (JenGaile) — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 03:01:41 +0300

I host a week long retreat twice a year for my quilt group. There are 15 of us signed up to attend this upcoming May 21-May 28. We are currently at 15 ladies and have room for 19. Each person will have a bed (either double occupancy or single bed) and my mom comes and plans/cooks all but one meal. The cost is $375 per person for the week. This includes the nightly fee AND food. It works out to about $53/night. I currently have this house reserved and will be making the deposit if we can get 19 people in attendance.

I am opening this up to any PMQG members who might be interested in coming along and meeting some fellow quilters!

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EMBROIDERY

mybb@mybb.ru (HollyFuji) — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 20:56:49 +0300

We need some custom embroidery and I'm hoping to support a guild member. We want to create some patches as well as shirt embroidery. You would have to be able to handle large quantities. Please email me if interested.

Thank you,
Holly@travelportland.com

Quilt pattern sewing boxes

mybb@mybb.ru (marinowoodworks) — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 05:50:01 +0300

Hello,

My name is Dean Garrison, I am a wood worker in Grants Pass Oregon. I recently started making heart shaped sewing boxes with quilt patterns inlaid or fitted together on the top. If you like these designs, please pass on to anyone you think might be interested. The approx. size is 8 3/8" x 11" x 2 5/8" I am asking $70 + shipping. The woods are all natural, no stains just a clear finish. Feel free to contact me if you have any ideas that you would like to see.

I have made all kinds of things, you can see my work at: http://www.marino-woodworks.com/ I love to go to quilt shows, I love the art work that go into quilts. It is most amazing to see the work that quilters do.

Let me know if I can make something for you,
Dean

Volunteer Sewing Class Assistants Needed

mybb@mybb.ru (nhowe) — Sat, 29 Jul 2017 00:15:56 +0300

Hey All,

The non-profit I work for, Impact NW, has awesome sites across the Portland Metro and one of them is looking for some help in a sewing class for 3rd through 5th grade students. The class is at Buckman Elementary in our SUN after school program.

We would need help once a week on Wednesday's from 3:00 - 4:30pm, starting in the fall.

Buckman Elementary is located at 320 SE 16th Ave, Portland, OR 97214

We would love up to 4 volunteers to assist the teacher leading the class.

Let me know if you are interested!

Best,
Nicole

nhowe@impactnw.org

Quilts to support/be given to Oregon's refugee families

mybb@mybb.ru (cherylcoon) — Mon, 24 Jul 2017 20:16:54 +0300

Hello
I am a new quilter (mostly piecing) but what consumes most of my time is that last year, I opened a new nonprofit that serves refugees, Refugee Disability Benefits Oregon (wwwrdbo.org). I am the non-salaried full-time Executive Director.

We are planning a fundraising event to help the refugee families that we work with. As you can imagine, it's hard enough to be a refugee but having a disability in addition makes it especially hard on the entire family.

Because I am crazy about quilts, we plan to have a quilt auction at our Winter fundraising event. Attendees will bid on quilts which will then be donated to Oregon refugee families. The refugee family gets the wonderful quilt and RDBO would get the proceeds, to support our work. I envision the room hung with quilts!

We would deeply appreciate your donated quilts. We are a 501c3 so all donations are tax-deductible. I am planning to quilt like crazy from now until then but I can't produce that much!

Yours in quilting,
Cheryl Coon
cheryl@rdbo.org or cherylfcoon@gmail.com

Cruise with Angela Walters

mybb@mybb.ru (PMQG) — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 08:51:39 +0300

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