THURSDAY
"Fill Harmonics"
Sue Heinz
Workshop
RIT Inn and Conference Center
Thursday, May 14. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
A Drawing and Machine-Based Quilting Class
Discover a symphony of harmonious background designs that group well together on any type of quilt – or use just one for a dramatic textural effect. You’ll draw and sew an array of free-motion and grid pattern backgrounds while Sue demonstrates with step-by-step illustrations and how-to hints. Your next quilt will be shouting, “Bravo!”
FRIDAY
David M. Taylor
"Pictorial Hand Applique"
Workshop
Friday, May 15. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
RIT Inn and Conference Center
This workshop demonstrates my layered, hand-appliqué technique with simple appliqué shapes using freezer paper templates and liquid starch. This class will cover how I build my pictorial wall quilts and how to get beautiful details by letting the fabric choices do all the hard work.
Linda Hunter
"Carpenter Star- Design and Stitch"
Friday, May 15. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
RIT Inn and Conference Center
Workshop
There are many variations of the Carpenter’s Star block, which has been popular since 1880. This block is also known as Carpenter’s Wheel, Jewels in a Frame, Diamond Star and many others. The fabrics you choose, i.e. colors, solids, patterns, tones of the same color, and even scraps will enable you to create your own unique Carpenter’s Star.
Kate Colleran
"Spiral Galaxy"
Workshop
Unsure about paper piecing? Learn an easy way to paper piece while making this simple block. Once you have your blocks made, the quilt can be made to look different just by rotating the blocks! We will discuss color placement, look at the blocks in EQ and share ways to rotate and make different settings.
Friday, May 15. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
RIT Gordon Field House-Show Site
Paper Piecing for Everyone!
"Winning Quilts Walking Tour"
Dina Newbert
Lecture
Friday, May 15. 10:30 am
RIT Gordon Field House-Show Site
Dina, one of the judges for this show, will guide you through the quilts on the show floor to highlight features of the winning quilts that caught the judges’ eyes. This is a walking tour.
“360° Free-Motion Grid Designs”
RIT Gordon Field House-Show Site
Friday, May 15. 11:00 am
Sue Heinz
Lecture
Learn how to use a pre-marked circular grid to turn simple shapes into stunning medallions and wreaths. Bring a pencil and a sturdy drawing surface, and prepare to be amazed!
Dina Newbert
"Winning Quilts Walking Tour"
Lecture
Friday, May 15. 1:30 pm
RIT Gordon Field House-Show Site
Dina, one of the judges for this show, will guide you through the quilts on the show floor to highlight features of the winning quilts that caught the judges’ eyes. This is a walking tour.
“You've Got a Friend Named Elmer"
RIT Gordon Field House-Show Site
Friday, May 15. 2:00 pm
Sue Heinz
Lecture
Wouldn’t you love to have guaranteed seam alignment, perfect pattern matching, easily pieced circles, no bias stretch, and the ability to create unique specialty borders or make your own patterns? Join me for a must-see lecture.
SATURDAY
David M. Taylor
"Turned Edge Machine Applique"
Workshop
RIT Inn and Conference Center
Saturday, May 16. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
This easy pattern is uniquely designed to teach my turned-edge, layered, machine-appliqué technique using freezer paper templates, liquid starch, and nylon invisible thread. Students will need to have a sewing machine with ‘adjustable blind hem stitch’ capability.
Sue Heinz
“Fast and Fabulous Grids
Free-Motion Grid Designs”
Saturday, May 16. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
RIT Inn and Conference Center
A Drawing Class
Workshop
Are you looking for fun, quick, and creative designs that produce stunning textures? Check out grid-based designs! Sue Heinz will share her unique continuous and circular grid patterns, demonstrating how easy it is to create complex-looking shapes ‘fast and fabulously’ using her original designs and incredible tools.
Kate Colleran
Workshop
"Break Out - Modern Log Cabin Modified Quilt”
RIT Gordon Field House-Show Site
Saturday, May 16. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
The Log Cabin block is so versatile; a classic block with many ways to change it up. In this class we will be making a modern version of the block. Students will get basic tips on getting that good ¼” seam allowance, chain piecing and more! Once you have your blocks made, we will discuss block placement in the quilt. Like any good log cabin block, the quilt can be made to look different just by rotating the blocks!
Dina Newbert
"Sustainable Quilting"
Lecture
Saturday, May 16. 11:30 am
RIT Gordon Field House-Show Site
Join me for an interactive and inspiring lecture on Sustainable Quilting, where we’ll explore how simple, mindful choices can make a big difference for the planet. Together, we’ll look at ways to get the most out of your fabric stash, reduce waste, and make your quilting practice more eco-friendly. You’ll discover practical tips and thoughtful strategies for quilting with the environment in mind, proving that even small steps can lead to meaningful change. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just getting started, you’ll leave with fresh ideas and a renewed sense of purpose in your creative work.
SUNDAY
Sunday, May 17. 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
“Fun with Braids” - Table Runner
RIT Gordon Field House-Show Site
1/2 Day Workshop
Kate Colleran
Braid quilts are so fun and really easy to make! Learn to cut braid pieces with the Braid Template and sew a braid using Kate’s goof-proof method while making this quick and functional table runner. The Table Scraps runner is a great pattern for using up some of your scrap 2 1/2” strips. The braid is a creative technique to add to your quilting toolbox. You will be amazed at how many uses it has.