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SUMMARY:Zoom Lecture - 400 Years of Quilts at the Click of a Mouse with Megan Cox
DESCRIPTION:As former president of the national nonprofit Quilt Alliance\, Meg often gives lectures about the amazing online resources of the Alliance and other quilt archives. These include an oral history project archived at the Library of Congress\, and the Quilt Index\, an online repository of more than 60\,000 quilts. \nDid you know that you can study every single quilt owned by the Metropolitan Museum online? Or that you can view every exhibit at the International Quilt Study Center Museum virtually? Meg gives audiences the story behind some amazing quilts and gives ideas for taking inspiration from online quilts without breaking copyright laws. \nThis will be a lecture only on May 25th at 7 PM. Members will receive an email with the link and password. \nMembers who sign in to this ZOOM will be given a user id and password that will give them access to tons of information provided by the International Quilt Museum in Lincoln\, NE.
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/zoom-lecture-400-years-of-quilts-at-the-click-of-a-mouse-with-megan-cox/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210525T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210525T160000
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SUMMARY:Quilt of Valor Sew-In
DESCRIPTION:A QOV Sew-In will be held at the church during the day from 9-4 on May 25. The church is limiting us to just 20 people socially distanced. The last time we had a QOV sew-in we made two tops with 8 ladies. If we can get 20 sewers we could make 4 quilt tops to be used for presentations to veterans at the Quilts on the Grand in 2022. We ask that you either bring a yard or two of red\, white or blue fabric or donate $10.00 at the door for the purchase of quilting backing.  Register today and don’t miss out on visiting and sewing with your WMGQ friends.
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/quilt-of-valor-sew-in/
LOCATION:3500 Byron Center\, Wyoming\, MI 49509\, 3500 Byron Cente\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210323T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210323T210000
DTSTAMP:20210126T201901Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T201901Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom Lecture: Michelle Banton - If MacGyver was a Quilter
DESCRIPTION:Michelle takes you\, room by room\, through your home and show you quilting hacks from 75+ common household items.
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/zoom-lecture-michelle-banton-if-macgyver-was-a-quilter/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210323T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210323T160000
DTSTAMP:20210217T201753Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom Workshop - Dresden Neighborhood with Michelle Banton
DESCRIPTION:Dresden Neighborhood – a fun class based on Persimmon Dreams’ Dresden Neighborhood pattern.  Make it your own – scrap friendly. You’ll finish the top in class. \nIf you have never watched a ZOOM class you may be pleasantly surprised. Everyone gets a front row seat\, you don’t have to lug your machine and supplies to another location and if you forgot something it will be right there in your sewing room
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/zoom-workshop-dresden-neighborhood-with-michelle-banton/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210223T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210223T203000
DTSTAMP:20210217T202322Z
CREATED:20210209T220952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210217T202322Z
UID:1999-1614103200-1614112200@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/board-meeting-7/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Board
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210126T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210126T210000
DTSTAMP:20210112T194637Z
CREATED:20210112T194215Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom Lecture - 7:30 pm Krista Moser  Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend
DESCRIPTION:Krista Moser is the designer of the Creative Grids 60 Degree Diamond Ruler. and has published more than 20 patterns with more on the way! She has been teaching sewing and quilting lessons for more than 25 years. Join us and learn all the tips and tricks for cutting and piecing diamonds\, triangles and hexagons in an easy and fast way. \nVisit Krista’s website at https://www.kristamoser.com/ \nActive Members will receive information by email on how to attend this ZOOM Lecture. If you are not a member\, you can join here . \nWMQG Membership Registration
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/zoom-lecture-730-krista-moser-diamonds-are-a-girls-best-friend/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200728T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200728T200000
DTSTAMP:20200630T192555Z
CREATED:20200630T192336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200630T192555Z
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SUMMARY:WMQG PhD (Projects Half Done) Picnic Event
DESCRIPTION:Who:  West Michigan Quilters Guild Members AND GUESTS \nWhat:  PhD (Projects Half Done) Picnic Event \nWhere:  Hagar Park Maples Picnic Shelter (located in Georgetown Township on the corner of 28th and Bauer Road. Park entrance is on 28th Avenue) \nWhen:  Tuesday\, July 28\, 2020   6:00 p.m. \nWhy:  BECAUSE IT’S GOING TO BE FUN!!!  There will be surprises and prizes!! \n  \nWhat to Bring: \n\nYour mask\nYour own sack dinner\nLawn chair\nFRIENDS!!!\nFinished NICU quilts (our cupboards are empty and there is an urgent need)\n\nDue to our time of self isolation\, we all have completed our PhD’s (projects half done) and everyone wants to see them.  There will be tables/clothesline for hanging quilts. \nMembership sign-ups will be available.
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/wmqg-phd-projects-half-done-picnic-event/
LOCATION:Hagar Park\, 8212 28th Ave\, Georgetown Township\, MI\, 49428\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191125T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191125T210000
DTSTAMP:20190926T172005Z
CREATED:20190517T194731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190926T172005Z
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SUMMARY:Weeks Ringle - Fabric Smackdown
DESCRIPTION:Fabric Smackdown\nYou’ll learn to analyze and understand fabrics then apply what you’ve learned to create palettes for future projects. Learn how a variety of illustration styles\, scales and patterns in fabric make for a more interesting quilt while expanding the range of fabrics you can use with confidence. \n\nStudent supplies needed: Rotary cutting equipment\, journal or sketchbook\, glue stick\, a wide assortment of cotton quilting fabrics from tone-on-tones\, solids\, plaids\, batiks and hand-dyes to large-scale prints. Also bring fabrics that you love but have perplexed you.\nFacility equipment needed: Tables and chairs\nSkill level: Beginner to advanced\nSize limit: 25 students\nNote: This class is a no-sew workshop. It is about the process of understanding and selecting fabrics. Students can document palettes they create by gluing swatches in journals.
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/weeks-ringle-fabric-smackdown/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190924T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190924T210000
DTSTAMP:20190315T191939Z
CREATED:20171108T204729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190315T191939Z
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SUMMARY:Pam Buda Lecture - Secrets of Professional Quilters Revealed!
DESCRIPTION:This Power Point presentation is packed full of very useful information that will teach you to use alternative piecing methods for making units\, as well as tips and hints relating to every aspect of quilting. Pam also shares secrets she’s gathered over years of trial & error\, taking classes\, and learning from what fellow designers and national teachers have shared with her. \nThe lesson begins with learning the “Make it larger – Trim it down” techniques.  Pam demonstrates step-by-step techniques for making units (such as Half Square Triangles\, Quarter Square Triangles\, Square-in-a-Square units\, and Flying Geese) larger than they need to be so they can be trimmed down to be squared and the correct size.  These perfectly squared units go on to be perfectly squared blocks\, then squared quilts that lay flat and go together easily!! Many\, many designers and award winning quilters use these techniques and you can too! \nThere are also plenty of tips on a variety of subjects such as general pressing tips\, pressing Four Patches and Pinwheels to lay perfectly flat\, and how to correctly sew Connector Corners\, accurate 1/4 inch seams\, alternate sewing methods for the Corner Square Triangle units\, how to hide flaws and errors\, and so much more! \nAfter watching the Power Point presentation\, Pam will show more than 50 quilts to view up close and personal\, all made with the techniques shown in the presentation. \nYou can see Pam’s artistry at heartspunquilts.blogspot.com \nMembers – Free\nGeneral Admission – $7
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/pam-buda-lecture/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190924T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190924T160000
DTSTAMP:20190814T171508Z
CREATED:20190315T193523Z
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SUMMARY:Pam Buda - Practice What I Preach Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This is a hands-on lesson of the techniques covered in my lecture Secrets of Professional Quilters ~ Revealed!. The skills taught in this class will be used each and every time you quilt!! Here’s an opportunity for each student to try many new techniques including the “Make It Larger ~ Trim It Down” technique for Half and Quarter Square Triangles\, Flying Geese\, and Square in a square units.  We’ll also cover alternate piecing techniques for the ever popular Corner Square Triangle units.  Students then practice what I demonstrate using my tools and notions to see how they like the technique. \nWe go over a variety of pressing techniques as well.  I can help a quilter struggling with accuracy by working with them to improve the accuracy of their 1/4 inch seam by watching the student and/or have them watch me\, and offer several helpful options. We will cover how best to handle Connector Corners for perfect results\, how to hide flaws and imperfections in the seam allowance\, and so much more!  If any student would like help with general quilting problems such as those described here\, this is an opportunity for one-on-one assistance! \nParticipants prepare and cut the fabrics to make the Practice What I Preach quilt.  They are making the units for the quilt during the workshop. Quilt size: 43″ x 43″ \nThe Heartspun Quilts book of Quilting Hints\, Tips\, Secrets and How-To’s is required for each participant.  It also contains the Practice What I Preach quilt pattern.  Book cost for workshop participants only is $12 (regularly $18)  and will be available the day of class.  (It is not needed prior to class.) \nSupply List for “Practice What I Preach” Workshop
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/pam-buda-practice-what-i-preach/
LOCATION:Calvary Reformed Church\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190923T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190923T210000
DTSTAMP:20190814T171228Z
CREATED:20190315T192824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190814T171228Z
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SUMMARY:Pam Buda - Star String Pin Cushion Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This scrappy pin cushion features a scrappy Sawtooth Star block\, featuring a string paper pieced center!  This adds a little more twinkle to each star! \nThe fundamentals of paper piecing are covered\, as well as tips for choosing just the right fabrics so each student can make their own quilt! \nStar Strings quilt pattern is required.  Pattern price for workshop participants is $5 (regularly $9)  and is available the day of class. \nSupply List for String Star Pin Cushion Workshop
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/pam-buda-star-string-pin-cushion-workshop/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190528T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190528T193000
DTSTAMP:20190107T214854Z
CREATED:20190107T213024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190107T214854Z
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SUMMARY:Cindy Grisdela Lecture - Journey of An Art Quilter
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered about how to make the transition from traditional quilter to artist? \nCindy Grisdela started out over 25 years ago making quilts using traditional patterns and techniques. With examples from her own quilts\, she will describe how her work evolved into a unique contemporary style that has won awards and is juried into at fine art and craft shows all over the country.
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/cindy-grisdela-lecture-journey-of-an-art-quilter/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190528T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190528T160000
DTSTAMP:20190306T184224Z
CREATED:20190107T213751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190306T184224Z
UID:1143-1559034000-1559059200@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Cindy Grisdela Workshop - Fire and Ice Bargello-Style Wall Hanging
DESCRIPTION:This is one of my most popular patterns. Combine your favorite black and white fabrics with a trio of brights to make a bargello-style wall hanging that pops with color! You will create “strata” of 2″ strips and then cut them into varying widths to create your design. The finished size is 34″ w x 39″ h. \nBasic sewing skills and a sewing machine in good working order necessary. Confident beginner to advanced level. \nClick here for class supply list.
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/cindy-grisdela-workshop-fire-and-ice-bargello-style-wall-hanging/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190122T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190122T210000
DTSTAMP:20190123T024943Z
CREATED:20180430T215626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190123T024943Z
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SUMMARY:Sue Cortese LECTURE
DESCRIPTION:Jan. 22\, 2019:  Tonight’s WMQG Meeting and Lecture have been canceled due to weather.\n\n“My Quilting Journey”\nIn this lecture\, Sue will take people through the quilts that she has made. From some of her first quilts to some of her most recent quilts. \nWhen she started quilting\, her quest was to make a quilt from every pattern and technique. This challenge has led her to take classes from some of the top national educators and create a diverse and varied stockpile of quilts. \nSue will talk about what she has learned about color\, pattern\, balance\, and variety. Originality has also been a big thing for her. When she started out\, she was following patterns\, but tried to find a way to put her own touch into each quilt. During the lecture\, Sue will go through some of her milestone quilts:  her first ribbon winner\, her first original design\, her first published quilt\, etc. She will talk about what was successful and what was not.
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/sue-cortese-lecture/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190122T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190122T160000
DTSTAMP:20190114T215319Z
CREATED:20181129T220720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190114T215319Z
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SUMMARY:Sue Cortese Workshop - Hawaiian Applique'
DESCRIPTION:In this class\, you will be creating our own unique appliqué piece\, combining a unique snow dyed background with a solid color applied piece.  We will work on creating our own paper folded design\, however\, there will be Hawaiian patterns to work from or trace.  The back ground pieces may be made in a separate class or can be purchased from the instructor.  We will walk through the process alignment\, basting\, and needle turn appliqué (sewing around curves\, point and crotches). \nClass length: 6 hours. \nLevel: Intermediate \nSupply List – Hawaiian Applique’ \n 
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/sue-cortese-workshop-hawaiian-applique/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190121T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190121T210000
DTSTAMP:20190114T214936Z
CREATED:20181129T214351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190114T214936Z
UID:1089-1548093600-1548104400@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Sue Cortese Workshop - Snow/Ice Dyeing
DESCRIPTION:In this class\, we will explore the serendipity that is snow/ice dyeing.  We will be using Procion MX Fiber Reactive dyes and either snow or ice to help disperse and distribute the dyes onto the fabric.  We will explore different folding and scrunching techniques to see the textures that they create in the dyeing process.  This dyeing technique gives the fabric a watercolor type effect.  When snow is not available\, ice can be used as a substitute.  This process is not for the control freak…the person who wants to controlled outcomes or doesn’t handle a bit of messiness.  Dyes\, auxiliary chemicals and supplies are provided as part of a kit fee.  Fabric can provided upon request prior to class.  Students will still need to provide containers and other supplies.  Samples of snow dyed fabric are below. \nClass length: 3 hours. \nLevel:  Beginner \nSupply List: Ice/Snow Dyeing
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/sue-cortese-workshop-snow-ice-dyeing/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181128T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181128T160000
DTSTAMP:20181121T184606Z
CREATED:20180430T221836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181121T184606Z
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SUMMARY:Kari Schell WORKSHOP - Pictoral Foundations Using Electric Quilt
DESCRIPTION:Pictoral Foundations Using Electric Quilt\nTake your favorite photo (or even an applique block) and convert it to a pieced block that can be foundation pieced! This class will cover how to draft one of a kind foundation patterns. We will start with the basics of foundation piecing and graduate to some of the more complex design possibilities. \nLevel: intermediate \nFee:  $50 for members.\n$60 for non-members.
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/kari-schell-workshop-pictoral-foundations-using-electric-quilt/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181127T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181127T210000
DTSTAMP:20180806T190534Z
CREATED:20180430T214902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T190534Z
UID:904-1543345200-1543352400@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Kari Schell LECTURE
DESCRIPTION:Trunk Show plus Using Specialty Rulers for enhanced Speed & Accuracy\nPrepare to be educated as Kari describes her design process\, shows beautiful quilts\, and demonstrate useful tools. During this lecture\, you will see several quilts from her current designs and sneak peeks at new projects. \nMany of Kari’s projects utilize over-sized piecing and subsequent trim-downs with rulers from Deb Tucker’s Studio 180 Design. She will share tips for effectively using these rulers. \nVisit her webiste:  www.onpointquilter.com
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/kari-schell-lecture/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181127T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181127T160000
DTSTAMP:20181121T184649Z
CREATED:20180430T221625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181121T184649Z
UID:917-1543309200-1543334400@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Kari Schell WORKSHOP - Introduction to Electric Quilt 8
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Electric Quilt 8\nFull Day Workshop\nElectric Quilt has just released EQ8 (the first release in over 7 years). This version has an entirely new look and feel which Kari thinks you are really going to enjoy learning. \nThis class will cover basic navigation of the software\, creating a new project\, using the libraries\, using Quick Quilts for fast projects\, adding borders\, coloring tools/fabrics\, creating quilt labels and printing quilts\, blocks\, fabric yardage estimates\, rotary cutting\, and foundation patterns. By the end of class\, you will be comfortable working with the program and be able to explore additional features on your own. \nUsers of all levels are welcome\, with special emphasis on beginners. \nFee:  $50 for members.\n$60 for non-members.
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/kari-schell-workshop-introduction-to-electric-quilt-8/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181023T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181023T210000
DTSTAMP:20180525T113826Z
CREATED:20171108T204817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T113826Z
UID:638-1540319400-1540328400@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/board-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181007
DTSTAMP:20180613T012448Z
CREATED:20180613T012448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180613T012448Z
UID:960-1538697600-1538870399@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Quilts on the Grand Quilt Show
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/quilts-on-the-grand-quilt-show/
LOCATION:Delta Plex
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180925T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180925T160000
DTSTAMP:20180627T192727Z
CREATED:20180430T221152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180627T192727Z
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SUMMARY:Lenore Crawford WORKSHOP - Blended Fabric Collages
DESCRIPTION:Blended Fabric Collages\nAll Day Workshop\nUsing tiny pieces of fabric\, about ½” in size\, each student will create blended fabric collages to take home and frame. \nDesigning will focus on value to create depth and texture. Fabric paints are used to enhance trees. Finished size of projects are 4.5″ X 6.5″ and are glued to an 8″ X 10″ mat board to be framed later by the student. \nA $15 supplies fee required. \nSupplies List \nI will have some of the tools available for purchase if students aren’t able to find them: \n\n18 mm and 28 mm rotary cutters\ncraft knife like X-Acto\nsmall scissors\nlarge tweezers\npaintbrushes\nfabric paint sets\npermanent glue\n\nI supply the following: \n\nAll fabric for the design\nmuslin to fuse to\nFusible web (Misty Fuse)\nFabric paints\nParchment paper\nPaper plate and cup\n\nStudents should bring: \n\nLarge tweezers like beading tweezers\nParchment paper or Teflon ironing sheet\nIron/ironing pad\nSmall Elmer’s Glue\nRotary cutter (28 mm is a very functional size) and cutting mat at least 12″ X 12″ or larger\nSmall angular paintbrushes for detail painting: ½” angular\, ¼” angular\, 1/8″ angular\, 0 liner. (Brushes will be available for purchase in class if preferred. I do not loan brushes.)\nWaste sack (this is a very messy technique!)\nZiploc bag in which to take leftovers home
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/lenore-crawford-workshop-blended-fabric-collages/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180924T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180924T210000
DTSTAMP:20180604T190051Z
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UID:908-1537812000-1537822800@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Lenore Crawford WORKSHOP - Fusing & Fabric Painting to Create Realistic Fabric Art
DESCRIPTION:Fusing and Fabric Painting to Create Realistic Fabric Art\nThree-hour Workshop\nIn this lecture/demo\, Lenore’s fusing technique will be shown through lecture slides and demonstration. She will demonstrate how to create a small fused project working from a photo transferred to freezer paper and then muslin. Her fusing technique using Misty Fuse™ will be shown along with her fabric painting on the finished design which adds depth and detail to the piece. She then finishes the piece with batting\, backing\, and free-motion sewing\, changing threads constantly to add even more depth to the finished piece.
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/lenore-crawford-workshop-fusing-fabric-painting-to-create-realistic-fabric-art/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180828T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180828T200000
DTSTAMP:20180525T114038Z
CREATED:20171108T204150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T114038Z
UID:633-1535481000-1535486400@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
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URL:https://wmqg.org/event/board-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180724T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180724T200000
DTSTAMP:20180525T114048Z
CREATED:20171108T204113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T114048Z
UID:631-1532455200-1532462400@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:JULY EVENT
DESCRIPTION:Schoolhouse Event and Membership Drive All in One!\nAlong with all of the regular shenanigans\, like food\, games\, food\, fellowship\, more food\, and our annual garage sale\, you can expect more fun activities at your Summertime Event. Here’s the current scoop…\nIf you are a member of the West Michigan Quilters’ Guild and you have an interesting quilting technique that you would like to share with other members of the guild\, then we have some exciting news for you! \nAt this year’s WMQG Summertime Event\, July 24th\, we will have a Schoolhouse Sharing time. This is how it works: \n\nTables will be set up in the fellowship hall portion of\nthe church – at this point we are planning for 4-5\ntables per session with 4-5 teachers presenting at\nonce.\nAt each table will be 10-15 chairs for those that have\ncome to learn.\nThe teacher will present a 15-minute instructional\nsession for these students.\n\nIf you are teaching any type of quilting in the west\nMichigan area\, this would be a great way for you to get yourself in front of potential students and a great way to share your skills with your fellow members. \nDuring this event\, the Publicity Committee will be\nwelcoming oodles of visitors and potential new members. A postcard mailing to over 1\,500 quilt enthusiasts will have been completed inviting them to the Summer Event so they can see how much fun our guild really is. These visitors will be offered a gift bag with tons of information about our organization and a special offer to join our guild. \nWe will be needing volunteers for: \n\nGreeters\nTour Guides\nGift Bag Assembly/Restocking\n\nIf you are interested in teaching one or more of these sessions or signing up to volunteer for the membership drive\, please contact one of the committee members below. \nWe will also have a table with sign up sheets and will be available to answer questions at the May meeting. \nSummer Event & Publicity Committee\nNancy Roelfsema | nancy@onpoint-tv.com\nMichelle Sheler | michelle@shelerdesign.com\nAdrienne Wilson | adriennekiwi@comcast.com
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/july-event-2/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180626T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180626T200000
DTSTAMP:20180525T114057Z
CREATED:20171108T203947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T114057Z
UID:629-1530037800-1530043200@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/board-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180522T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180522T210000
DTSTAMP:20180525T114108Z
CREATED:20171108T202359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T114108Z
UID:619-1527015600-1527022800@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Norma Whaley LECTURE
DESCRIPTION:“My Quilting Legacy”\nReflections About Me\nI grew up on a dairy farm in Minnesota\, the land of 10\,000 lakes. My earliest adventure in business was selling night crawlers to the many fishermen traveling to the lakes near our family farm. That business adventure has a questionable connection to my current one of designing quilt patterns and projects\, but everything must have its beginnings. \nI was greatly influenced by the warm utility quilts which kept us cozy through long\, cold Minnesota winters. These of course were scrap quilts made by the women in my family. This is still the kind of quilt I’m consistently drawn to. I love the culture of quilting. Women coming together to create something of beauty for their homes\, and at the same time sharing hopes\, dreams\, recipies\, gardening tips and soul sustenance. I love the quote by a pioneer woman who wrote “I make quilts as fast as I can to keep my family warm and as pretty as I can to keep my heart from breaking.” \nWe all quilt for many reasons. Besides being a wife\, a mother\, a nurse\, I am a quilter. I love to create\, design and work with fabric. I consider my quilts to be my legacy; they will help to tell my life’s story. And because I also love inspiring beautifully written words\, they often find their way into my pattern packets and my quilt labels. \nMembers – Free\nGeneral Admission – $7
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/norma-whaley-lecture/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180522T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180522T160000
DTSTAMP:20180525T114116Z
CREATED:20171108T203513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T114116Z
UID:623-1526979600-1527004800@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Norma Whaley WORKSHOP - Remember The Giver
DESCRIPTION:Remember The Giver\nThis wall hanging is made\, by stitching wool to a cotton background. I enjoy mixing these mediums\, and it makes the expense more reasonable rather than working with wool. \nThe backgrounds of the blocks are pieced… the more fabric the better\, right? I love the interest this adds to the backgrounds with the blending of fabrics. \nIn the class\, I will share tips I’ve picked up along the way in working with wool. We will discuss the pros and cons of working with a fusible product or just using freezer paper. Students should feel free to do what they already love doing. \nKit available. \nNote:  $50 for Members – $60 for Non-members
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/norma-whaley-workshop-remember-the-giver/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180521T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180521T210000
DTSTAMP:20180525T114139Z
CREATED:20171108T203108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T114139Z
UID:621-1526925600-1526936400@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Norma Whaley WORKSHOP - Quilted Journal Cover
DESCRIPTION:Singing for Joy Journal Cover \nThis is a cover for a composition notebook. Fill it with what you will. \nThe journal cover is Monks Cloth by Diamond Textiles. The design on the cover is made of felted wool. \nThis journal is easily put together\, and once you’ve made one\, you will discover how easy it is to make a second. Many of those in your circle will enjoy having one. \nKit available. \nContact Rebecca Lydy for the pattern which contains the supply list:  rlydy2000@yahoo.com
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/norma-whaley-workshop-quilted-journal-cover/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180424T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180424T200000
DTSTAMP:20180525T114151Z
CREATED:20171108T203859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T114151Z
UID:627-1524594600-1524600000@wmqg.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wmqg.org/event/board-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Calvary CRC\, 3500 Byron Center Ave\, SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board
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