Events


 

  • SEATTLE, WA – the Association of Pacific Northwest Quilters is pleased to announce that Quiltfest 2008 will take place August 8-10, 2008 in the Washington State Convention and Trade Centre in downtown Seattle. This show will have over 400 pieces on display, the largest exhibition of quilts and quilted wearables ever presented in the region.

    Please come and see: Canadian Expressions by the Fibre Arts Network of Canada, vintage quilts form the In The Beginning Collection, the Currency Exchange, a collaborative exhibit by quilters from The US, Japan and New Zealand. the South African Spirit, showcasing the work of 10 quilters from South Africa and the Transatlantic Quilt Challenge II, an effort from US and UK quilters.

    There are also lectures and workshops from well know quilters and teachers, including Diane Gaudynski, Yvonne Porcella, Jean Wells, Jan Krentz and Anita Shackelford. There will be an exciting Gala Auction and Exhibit with the opportunity to bid on incredible works of art, as well as trips, events and much, much more. Quiltfest is the premier fiber event for the Northwest and not to be missed. for further information visit our website at: www.apnq.org or call 425.558.1983
     

  • August 23 - 30, 2008 - Quilting Cruise. Click here for more information.
     

  • "Color Mixing for Dyers I" with Carol Soderlund
    September 17-21, 2008, at Glacier Camp in beautiful Lakeside, Montana. Dye the color you choose, not the color that chooses you! Explore the unlimited number of hues possible by mixing only pure reds, yellows, and blues of Procion MX dye. Each student will build a sample book of more than 1,000 dye formulas on 100% cotton fabric. This book will become an invaluable reference for future dyeing. Carol Soderlund, award winning quilt artist, will teach this popular class. Workshop will be hosted by Kathy Regier, weaver, of Trout Creek, MT. All the details are available at www.sophiacenterofmontana.com  or call Kathy at (406) 827-3978.