My lectures are entertaining and informative. I aim in particular to inspire attendees to broaden the range of fabrics and fibers they use in their quilts. I love to travel for in person engagements and am fully equipped to deliver lectures via Zoom.
“It was joyous to see your work!” – Deb, Quilters Anonymous, Seattle
My lecture fee is $450 on Zoom, $500 in person. All presentations last 45 to 60 minutes and include a trunk show of my quilts.
Patchwork Luxe: Silk Quilts through the Ages
From treasured neckties to shimmering kimonos and saris, silk has found its way into quilts for centuries. Join me on a journey along the “Silk Road” to explore the history of silk in patchwork, see inspiring examples past and present, and learn techniques for working with this most luxurious fabric. This one-hour program features a slide show, trunk show, and time for Q&A.
Everything but the Cotton:
When quilters don’t have cotton, they get creative. From wool and silk to polyester, neckties, saris, and kimonos, quilters have always turned to unexpected textiles to make their art. In this lively one-hour program, I share antique and modern examples of “not cotton” quilts, along with a trunk show of my own work that proves just how inspiring unconventional fabrics can be. Includes time for Q&A.
‘We received very positive feedback about the lecture and presentation ‘Everything but the Cotton’ you did for us. We will be hosting a members ‘upcycle’ trunk show and you were the inspiration’. Barbara, Allatoona Quilters Guild
Rescue Me! – Breathing New Life into Forgotten Textiles
From vintage ‘orphan’ quilt blocks to long-forgotten linens, from textiles collected on travels overseas to thrift-shop clothing finds, many fabrics are too precious to be left hidden away. In this presentation I show how I transform these treasures into vibrant new quilts, sharing both inspiring stories and practical techniques for working with unusual materials. This one-hour lecture includes a slide show, trunk show, and Q&A.
Thank you so much for the “Rescue Me” presentation last night. We really enjoyed it and learned a lot! Your lecture was well prepared and informative. You are a creative and inspiring quilter! Anne, Lakeshore Quilters MN.
The Lone Robin Lecture
When the Covid 19 pandemic hit, I devised The Lone Robin as a fun project for quilters in my two guilds. Part mystery quilt, part Round Robin, instructions were given each month and we built our quilts, safely in our own sewing rooms, month by month and round by round. This lecture tells the story of the quilt I made and the varied fabrics and techniques I included. You’ll also see Lone Robin quilts made by members of San Francisco Quilt Guild and East Bay Heritage Quilters, each maker interpreting the directions in their own unique way.
