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  • The Combat Quilter

    ​I am a 20 year veteran with 2 combat deployments to Iraq in 2006 and 2009. I have tried many different ways to find comfort from my PTSD. War causes many things we struggle with; fear of loud noises, difficulty sleeping, readjusting to normal life, and emotional numbness. I began quilting in 2016 after my wife stated "we don't do enough together." On a random afternoon, I found myself checking the mailbox to find a flyer for a quilted table runner class at a local quilt shop. I thought this was the perfect opportunity to do something out of the box with my wife. After

  • A Lesson in Every Quilt Lecture with Kristin Echols

    Calvary CRC 3500 Byron Center Ave, SW, Wyoming, MI, United States

    This is a one-hour lecture where I show over 40 of my quilts and describe the lessons learned in making quilts using the Quilt-As-You-Go method. Additionally, I show other quilts and techniques I've learned. I will show the ugliest quilt I have made and tell you the lessons I have learned. I teach quilting and am known for my “reversible” or “quilt-as-you-go” classes. Many quilters enjoy piecing blocks and quilt tops but aren’t sure how to finish their quilts. It can be expensive to send out every quilt for professional long-arm quilting, and many quilters are daunted by trying to quilt a whole quilt on

  • Hugs and Kisses Virtual Workshop with Kristen Echols

    Calvary CRC 3500 Byron Center Ave, SW, Wyoming, MI, United States

    This large block quilt has three layout options that will highlight your favorite layer cake or print fabrics. Each over-sized block is quilted individually then joined together with a special sashing technique. This is a great way to quilt larger quilts in smaller, manageable sections. You will learn everything you need to complete your quilt during our class session. This is a beginner class and will be presented virtually with the instructor on our big TV screen at Calvary CRC (hrs. 9-4) Supply List

    $60 – $70

  • Dana Altman – Certified Legit Instructor Trunk Show

    Calvary CRC 3500 Byron Center Ave, SW, Wyoming, MI, United States

      Dana Altman, a passionate quilter, began her quilting journey in 2015 when she inherited her late mother's unfinished quilt. This event rekindled her love for quilting and led her to explore Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) as an intricate art form. Dana's discovery of Legit Kits, known for captivating animal-themed quilts, further fueled her passion. Her first Legit Kits project, "Flamingoes," inspired her to become a Legit Kits Certified Instructor. Dana is a proud supporter of the Quilts of Valor whose mission is to cover service members and veterans who have been touched by war with a comforting and healing quilt. She warmly invites others

  • Learn the fun of Legit Kit Construction with Dana Altman

    Calvary CRC 3500 Byron Center Ave, SW, Wyoming, MI, United States

    Dana will take the class step by step through to process of piecing a Legit Kit.  This is paper piecing which produces a sculptured picture with high lights and shadows using the kits Kona fabrics.  Students must bring a kit (not just a pattern) so that they have everything need to complete a picture worthy fabric painting.  The only other supplies required are the standard sewing supplies.  

    $60 – $70

  • Mapping Personal Spaces with Valerie S. Goodwin (2 – 4hr workshop)

    Calvary CRC 3500 Byron Center Ave, SW, Wyoming, MI, United States

    "MAP MAKER, MAP MAKER, Make Me a Map!" M A P P I N G P E R S O N A L P L A C E S… … … . Taught by Valerie S. Goodwin R. A. – Fiber Artist   www.valeriegoodwinart.com valeriegoodwin@comcast.net Intermediate to Advanced Length: Two Days - May 27 1-4 PM and May 28 12-4 Map of the Instructor’s Home Or Community This workshop is all about learning to make a simple stitched map of a place that is special to you – WHERE YOU LIVE. To make this map, you will use of simple hand & machine stitches combined

  • Map It Virtual Lecture – with Valerie Goodwin

    Calvary CRC 3500 Byron Center Ave, SW, Wyoming, MI, United States

    Valerie S. Goodwin is a mixed media fiber artist and architect whose works of fine art are included in museum and private collections.  Most of her work is inspired by a love of aerial views of landscapes and cities.  Many of her quilts are based on maps.  Goodwin's art has moved rough various stages from traditional quilting to an interest in abstract landscapes and cities.  In some cases, her work shows an architectural sense of space with an archaeological perspective.  In others, the network of city and its built form is more prominent.  These compositions work on several levels, from close up and far away

  • Scrappy Applique Lecture

    Calvary CRC 3500 Byron Center Ave, SW, Wyoming, MI, United States

    Susan Miller is a certified Shannon Brinkley instructor and will be lecturing on her journey in Scrappy Applique and Color Confidence Susan is from Washington, MI and she can be reached at: info@bellasandella.com

  • Scrappy Applique Workshop

    Calvary CRC 3500 Byron Center Ave, SW, Wyoming, MI, United States

    The scrappy appliqué class will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 - 9 am to 4 pm. Scrappy Appliqué is a raw-edge appliqué technique that is fun and approachable for beginners and experienced quilters, alike. Participants will learn the method developed by Shannon to create these unique scrappy quilts.