2026-2027 Virtual Workshops

One Block Wonder (2 part workshop)

Registration for this workshop opens May 12 for RCQG members and August 1 for non-members

Instructor: Jackie O’Brien
Cost: $ 135
Download the class supply list here.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 11 am to 3 pm (Eastern) AND
Saturday, December 5, 2026 from 11 am to 3 pm (Eastern)
Location: Virtual workshop held online via Zoom
Website: https://ifthesethreadscouldtalk.com/

Virtual Workshop Description

Jackie will teach us how to cut and align repeats; how to choose a strip size;how to design around a panel; adding stars/cubes of different sizes. Visit her website to see examples.

Instructor Bio

Jackie is a 20-year quilt veteran, who is passionate about quilting and teaching others to quilt. She has been a Studio 180 Design Certified Instructor for over 10 years. Her quilt “Waves of Joy” is included in Deb Tucker’s book “Royal Treasures” based on the Hunter Star quilt.

She discovered One Block Wonders (OBWs) in 2006 and has made well over 120 so far. Two of her One Block Wonders are featured in Maxine Rosenthal’s book “One Block Wonders Around the World.”

Seminole Patchwork

Registration for this workshop opens July 1 for RCQG members and August 1 for non-members

Instructor: Kristin Echols
Cost: $ 70
Download the class supply list here.
Date: Saturday, January 23, 2027 from 10 am to 4 pm (Eastern)
Location: Virtual workshop held online via Zoom
Website: KristinLaura.com

Virtual Workshop Description

This is a technique class to learn the concepts of Seminole strip piecing.   During the session, students will create 4 to 5 distinct Seminole patterns. For the best results, choose solid fabrics or fabrics that appear solid, such as tone-on-tones or those with small-scale prints. Using striped fabrics can also result in interesting effects, while larger prints may detract from the crisp look of Seminole patterns. Achieving strong contrast between your fabric choices is essential for making the designs stand out. Each student will receive instructions for 10 unique Seminole designs, along with several variations. By the conclusion of the workshop, participants will have mastered the necessary skills to assemble all the designs.  These versatile Seminole bands can be made into a quilt or table runner, added to quilts as borders and accents, or used to embellish clothing and home decor projects.

Instructor Bio

Kristin began quilting in 1999 when she made a baby quilt for her best friend.  She made the quilt using the fabric from the bridesmaid’s dress she wore in the wedding.  Acetate is not the best fabric choice for a baby quilt, but Kristin got the quilting bug.  She took classes, bought a Janome, got to know the ladies at her local quilt shop, and decided to pursue quilting as a hobby.  It was a colorful and creative outlet to balance with her career as a computer engineer.

Kristin became intrigued by Seminole patchwork after seeing the technique on Simply Quilts.  She found all the books she could on the subject and started incorporating Seminole strip piecing into her quilts and home dec projects. She has been teaching the techniques for over 15 years and she teaches an annual 12-week Seminole Sampler class where students learn to piece 10 Seminole bands and create a unique quilt layout using quilt-as-you-go techniques.

Kristin retired from the County of Sacramento where she spent 23 years as a computer geek.  When not quilting or teaching, she enjoys spending time with her husband Shawn, their three grown children and two grandkids. They live on 18 acres in beautiful Worley, Idaho where they enjoy gardening and raising chickens. 

Improv for Planners

Registration for this workshop opens July 1 for RCQG members and August 1 for non-members

Instructor: Monika Henry
Cost: $ 45
You will receive the class supply list via email after you register
Date: Saturday, April 10, 2027 from 10 am to 4 pm (Eastern)
Location: Virtual workshop held online via Zoom
Website: https://www.pennyspoolquilts.com/

Virtual Workshop Description

There are a lot of myths about how to make an improv quilt – such as 

• fabrics must be random
• no rulers can be used
• they have to look wonky . . .

… but they are just that – myths.

Monika has designed a system that helps students organize their quilts and give them the structure they love in a pattern, without determining how the quilt will look at the end. We get to play with fabric, but  have a roadmap and know it will look great when it’s finished.

This live virtual workshop includes:

• a pre-workshop handout to help you pick fabrics
• a 30-page pattern with layouts, block patterns, assembly instructions, and how to use the system
• approximately 2 hours of instruction
• 4 hours of live sewing time
• expert guidance during the workshop for any questions that come up

Instructor Bio

Monika is a modern quilt pattern designer and teacher based near Ottawa, Canada, and the founder of Quilt The North, a Canadian quilt subscription box. Under the label Penny Spool Quilts she designs both FPP and traditionally pieced patterns that appeal to new and seasoned quilters alike and she designs her bold, fuss-free patterns to inspire quilting confidence, one piece at a time.Originally from Switzerland, Monika now lives in rural Ontario with her family and a small menagerie of animals. When she’s not designing, quilting, or teaching, she can usually be found puttering around her garden or tucked in a comfy chair with a good book and a cup of tea.