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Upcoming Workshops + Lectures
Sew-in: Pro-tip Thursdays.
MONTREAL
Monkland Quilt Studio
May 4, 2023
June 1 , 2023
6-9 pm
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Sometimes two heads are better than one! Solve those design decisions and sewng stumbling blocks with me on the first Thursday of the month at Monkland Quilt Studio!
Bring your project and machine/tools, and MQS will supply the workspace, power, ironing boards & irons. With over 30 years of sewing and design experience, I will help you work through whatever is keeping you from moving forward in your project.
Upcycled Log Cabin Pillow.
MONTREAL
Monkland Quilt Studio
May 13, 2023
11am – 3pm
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Big impact, small project. Build your skills with this four hour workshop—an introduction to quilting with upcycled fabrics. Beginning sewists to experienced quilters will learn how to go from clothing to quilted pillow top, with an overview of techniques for working with fabrics from previously loved pieces.
The small (16-20” square) project is perfect to test-drive the techniques before launching into a full-sized upcycled quilt or memory quilt project, or stand alone as a mini quilt that breathes new life into old items.
Build a Modern Memory Quilt.
MONTREAL
Monkland Quilt Studio
May 16, 23, 30 & June 6, 2023
6-9 pm
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Capture meaningful moments by creating your own memory quilt. In this workshop novice to experienced quilters will learn and explore modern memory quilting techniques: from memory keeping, empathy + design, and telling your story through colour, to starching and fabric stabilization, managing bulk, working with different fabrics and fussy-cutting. The workshop will take place in 3 hour sessions over four weeks, leaving time for homework and quilt design contemplation in between.
At the end of the 12 hour workshop, speedy quilters with quick decision making skills will have a completed a 45” x 60” quilt top and/or quilt. While more moderately paced quilters and those who prefer to spend more time working through the design process or taking more time with the emotional component of memory quilting will have completed part of their quilt top, and have acquired the knowledge and skills to complete their project in their own time.
Past Workshops
Come Craft + Eat with kindred spirits. We’ll share ideas and laughter, while doing something creative with our hands, and enjoying delicious hors d’oeuvres while we do it. The goal is to have some fun, be creative and indulge your senses – the perfect recipe for a little ‘me time’. No experience necessary!
Suzanne Paquette is a creative director and designer/artisan. Her company Atelier Six helps tell your story in ways that get to the heart of the matter – emotion-rich experiences that deepen our individual connections.
Michel Thibodeau is a writer by day and at all other times in search of the tastiest gastronomic endeavours. He favours a rustic and artisinal approach to cooking. Homemade bread and cheese, home-cured charcuterie, and all sorts of delicacies made from scratch are his specialty.
Craft + Eat:
Felted Ornaments
Sunday, Nov 9, 1pm – 4pm
Thursday, Nov 13, 6pm – 9pm
CRAFT:
Learn the basics of needle felting to create 3 fun and soft ornaments.
Great keepsakes!
ALL MATERIALS SUPPLIED
EAT:
Creamy lobster broth
Charcuterie sampler
Fennel salad w/pear, walnuts & parmigiano
Mini tarte tatin
Craft + Eat:
Christmas Stockings
Sunday, Nov 23, 1pm – 5pm
Sunday, Nov 30, 1pm – 5pm
CRAFT:
Create one felt Christmas stocking with applied techniques – needle felting &/or embroidery. A great addition to your holiday traditions!
ALL MATERIALS SUPPLIED
EXTRA KITS AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE FOR ADDITIONAL STOCKINGS
EAT:
Tuile cup w/ Salmon Tartare
Fennel salad w/pear, walnuts, parmigiano & aged balsamic
Salted caramel pots de crème
Mignardises – Cookies + Sweets