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Feedback from the Classroom
"Kay is so calm that I feel like it is "Zen" quilting. She is constantly giving away little tidbits of information. I always come away with something new even if I have made that bock or used the technique before." - Virginia
"Patience, persistence and a positive attitude is one of the motivating skills I have learned from our weekend retreats," - Amy
"I'm a French beginner on Quilting, and I love the way you measure my seams (ruler), and I pass the [1/4" seam] test...love it!" - Diane
"Kay provides a fun and relaxed environment so that we have been able to stretch our skills to the next level." - Patty
"Kay is the type of teacher everyone should have to teach you how to quilt. She makes you feel like no question is too stupid to ask. She not only teaches you how to quilt, but she makes you laugh in a room full of strangers who become friends by the end of the class." - Mona
Classes We Teach
Log Cabin Class
Beginner Skill Builder
Log Cabin Class
Photo shown: HC Christmas
Quilting Level: Advanced Beginner
Time: 1 day class minimum
2 days or a retreat is best
Options: HC Christmas & HC Blue Lagoon
Flower Power
Beginner Skill Builder
Log Cabin Class
Quilting Level: Any level quilter
Time: 1 day class
This class is one of quilters' all-time favorites. We've taught it numerous times over the years since we designed Flower Power in 2011.
Beginner Skill Builder
Beginner Skill Builder
Beginner Skill Builder
Quilting Level: Brand new quilters!
Time: Series of 7 classes, each class is 2 hours and preferably once a week
Options: Sampler quilt shown below. We provide a work-book with graphic-heavy instructions and room for notes
Y-Seams
Dresden Plate Class
Beginner Skill Builder
Photo shown: Carolina
Quilting Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Time: 1 day class or retreat
Options: Several project options, most small in size. Bed quilt pattern available also (Diamond Flower Delight).
Dresden Plate Class
Dresden Plate Class
Dresden Plate Class
Quilting Level: Advanced Beginner
Time: Table runner: 1 day class
Arret door banner: 1 day class
Aster (wall quilt): 2 days or retreat
Crazy Runner
Dresden Plate Class
Dresden Plate Class
Quilting Level: Any level quilter
Time: 1 day class
Options: Table runner or crazy quilt
More Classes We Teach
Strip-Pieced Compasses
Strip-Pieced Compasses
Strip-Pieced Compasses
Quilting Level: Any level
Time: 1 day class or retreat
Options: Various size projects
*We use the Robin Ruth ruler and book
Kaleidoscope
Strip-Pieced Compasses
Strip-Pieced Compasses
Quilting Level: Intermediate
Time: 1 day class or retreat
Options: Wall quilt, round arrangement (shown) or argyle arrangement
Friendship Quilt
Strip-Pieced Compasses
Friendship Quilt
Quilting Level: Advanced Beginner
Time: 2 days or retreat
Pot Holder Quilt
Pot Holder Quilt
Friendship Quilt
Quilting Level: Any level quilter
Time: Retreat or two-part class
Options: Lap quilt, expandable to any size
Paper Piecing
Pot Holder Quilt
Paper Piecing
Quilting Level: Intermediate
Time: Retreat or two-part class
Options: Some options may be provided
Texas Star
Pot Holder Quilt
Paper Piecing
Quilting Level: Intermediate
Time: 1 day class or retreat
Options: Various small projects with different numbers of Texas Stars
2018-2020: Sue Pelland Instructor (program discontinued)
Curves add pizzazz to traditional blocks
We pursued this certification because Sue's techniques add another visual dimension to our tradition quilts designs. Using her rulers, we've found cutting, designing and completing projects with curved pieces is easy and fun! We are so excited to share these skills!
Sue decided in 2020 to discontinue the Certified Instructor program, but Kay is still authorized to teach the classes.
If your shop, guild, or group of friends want to
learn these techniques, please contact us
so we can set something up.
FAQs About VQD Teaching
Are we willing to travel?
Yes, we like to travel. We've travelled to upstate New York during the winter time and are more than willing to work with your shop/guild to be flexible and help you meet your quilters' needs.
Will we do guild talks?
Absolutely. Kay is an entertaining speaker who doesn't spend the talk time selling stuff or bragging. Her talks focus on quilts, the unique stories behind them and the reasons people make them. When appropriate, she also mentions info or tips on the techniques used to make the quilt.
How much do we charge?
This varies. Our standard fee is $450 for classes and talks, plus reimbursement for travel and lodging. If you're the program coordinator for a guild and want to discuss multi-class/talk events, we will work with you to come up with a package cost.
What will we teach or talk about?
We love teaching log cabin classes and also the New Quilter Skill Builder. A complete list of the classes we typically teach can be found on the "Classes We Teach" site. If you're interested in other classes, please ask via phone/email.
In terms of talks, please read the second question above.