Workshop & Lecture Calendar
GUILD WORKSHOP: Indi-Go-Modern
ARLINGTON QUILTERS UNLIMITED WORKSHOP: From classic kimonos to denim jeans, indigo has been used by many cultures for dyeing cloth, and the Japanese have refined the use of indigo to an art form. This is the class to use all those lovely blue and white shibori fabrics you’ve dyed yourself, or use carefully curated blue […]
GUILD WORKSHOP: Inspired by Art
FRASER VALLEY MODERN QUILT GUILD WORKSHOP: Starting with a favorite work of art, develop your own unique modern quilt design. Be inspired by shapes, colors, structure, or the feeling you get and design a block or whole quilt with an eye on modern minimalism. Bring your own photo of a work of art, and we […]
GUILD WORKSHOP: Composing Modern Quilts from Architecture
THE QUILTERS GUILD OF THE BRITISH ISLES – REGION 2 WORKSHOP: Learn to see architecture with the eye of a modern quilt designer, and translate your vision into a modern, minimal quilt design! In this hands-on quilt composition workshop, students will explore how to take design inspiration from architecture for both piecing AND quilting. Participants will […]
SUMMER BREAK
SUMMER BREAK I take the month of July and half of August off to recharge, and to have some vacation time with my family. Happy summer to you! Please check my Event Calendar for other possible dates, then contact me to book. Thank you!
GUILD LECTURE: Quilt Labels to Love!
CLARK COUNTY QUILTERS LECTURE: Quilts are a wonderful art form, and you should sign your work with a distinctive label! It’s a great opportunity for you to consistently brand your quilts, especially those you gift to others at holidays or other special occasions. I will walk participants through the steps to create these beautiful labels […]
LECTURE: Exploring Nature with Paper + Stitch
PACIFIC NORTHWEST QUILT & FIBER ARTS MUSEUM LECTURE: This talk starts with a review of my stitched paper artwork, which I have been creating for over 20 years. I give examples of where I get inspiration, and what my process is like. I first print my paper using a monotype technique, then sew many layers […]
GUILD WORKSHOP: Modern Abstract Quilts
CLARK COUNTY QUILTERS WORKSHOP: Want to make your own modern abstract quilt designs? Inspired by minimal quilts, but don’t know how to start? David will guide you through a creative process for designing your own modern abstract quilts. A DAY TO EXPLORE MODERN MINIMAL QUILT DESIGN PART 1 (3 hours): Explore composition and design using […]
GUILD LECTURE: Minimal Design, Maximum Impact
MINNEAPOLIS MODERN QUILT GUILD LECTURE: The modern quilting movement is evolving and changing, but one thing remains consistent: simple, spare design combined with thoughtful quilting make an outstanding combination. This talk ties directly into my Modern Abstract Quilts and Inspired by Architecture workshops, giving an overview of my process for coming up with simple graphic […]
GUILD WORKSHOP: Inspired by Architecture
TIMARU PATCHWORK & QUILTERS GUILD WORKSHOP: Using photos of architectural elements, David will guide you through the steps to design a mini fabric quilt. We will use the quilt-as-you-go method, sewing the top pieces, batting and backing simultaneously. David will demonstrate facing your quilt, to give a more modern finish than traditional binding. Your mini […]
IN-PERSON WORKSHOP: Modern Abstract Quilts
La Conner Garden Club 706 South 2nd Street, La Conner, WAPACIFIC NORTHWEST QUILT & FIBER ARTS MUSEUM WORKSHOP: Want to make your own modern abstract quilt designs? Inspired by minimal quilts, but don’t know how to start? David will guide you through a creative process for designing your own modern abstract quilts. Explore composition and design using paper and machine stitching. We will stitch a […]
GUILD LECTURE: Indigo Dyeing in Japan
PAJARO VALLEY QUILT ASSOCIATION LECTURE: In this talk, I explore how the love of Japanese culture, travel, textiles and “blue and white” came together in a fantastic journey to Japan. This is primarily a travel talk, with an emphasis on Japanese textiles, and a few brief forays into architecture and Japanese cuisine. I will show […]
GUILD WORKSHOP: Indi-Go-Modern
PAJARO VALLEY QUILT ASSOCATION WORKSHOP: From classic kimonos to denim jeans, indigo has been used by many cultures for dyeing cloth, and the Japanese have refined the use of indigo to an art form. This is the class to use all those lovely blue and white shibori fabrics you’ve dyed yourself, or use carefully curated […]