Presenters and Workshops
2026-2027
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September 14, 2026
7PM
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Carol Hancuh
"Fiber Arts Stories"​
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Carol Hancuh from Eagan, Minnesota will share her Fiber Arts Stories and exhibit a trunk show of her quilts.
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During her visit, Carol will share a trunk show featuring
examples of her work and the stories and inspiration
behind them. She will also talk about thread art, an important part of her creative process, and her remarkable series “The Voting Line.” This installation consists of 25 life-sized quilted figures representing people from all walks of life waiting to vote. Each figure has its own
personality and story, demonstrating Carol’s talent for
using textiles to communicate ideas and connect with viewers.
Carol’s quilts often go beyond traditional patterns and
techniques. Her work explores subjects such as community, social justice, hunger, and the human experience. She describes herself as a storyteller, using quilts and textile art to encourage viewers to pause, look closely, and consider the stories being told.​
October 12, 2026
7PM
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Margo Karmer
"History of Fabric Painting"
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Margo Karmer, shop owner of Reproduction Fabrics in Northfield, Minnesota, will talk about The History of Fabric Painting.
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October 13, 2026
Half day
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Margo Karmer
Workshop
"Quilt Dating"
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The presentation will span 200 years of print & dye
technology and will include practice dating quilts.
There will be a limited number of workshop spots
where you can bring an antique quilt along to the
workshop and Margo will walk you through her
dating process. Sign up early!
November 9, 2026
7PM
Peggy Schilz
"Escher Quilt Series"
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​ Peggy Schilz shop owner of Quilt-agious in Mukwonago, WI and her brother, Christopher Wienhold will discuss the Escher quilt series and provide a trunk show.
November 10, 2026
Half Day
Peggy Schilz and Christopher Weinhold Workshop
Create an Escher Table Runner
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Christopher Weinhold, master of illusion quilts and
brother of Quilt-agious quilt shop owner Penny Schilz, will provide a half-day workshop. The project is an Escher Table Runner. Some pre-cutting will be involved in order to maximize workshop time. Penny has offered to pre-sell the kits at a 10% discount and allow us to place a bulk order to
save on shipping costs. Please sign up for the
workshop and select the kit you would like. She is
also offering a discount on the 60 degree ruler
recommended for the workshop cutting. Deadline for bulk order is October 1 to insure delivery by the
October Guild meeting.
December 7, 2026
7PM
Holiday Social Mixer
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Join with Quilt Guild Members and enjoy Pop-Up Shops of Guild Advertisers.
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January 11, 2027
7PM Via Zoom
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Leanne Parson
"Utilizing Negative Spaces"
Leanne Parsons from Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Canada will join us via zoom with a lecture on Utilizing Negative Space.
January 12, 2027
7PM Via Zoom
Leanne Parson Workshop
"Conquering Curves"
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February 8, 2027
OCQG Service Day
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​ The Guild’s annual Service Day provides a way for members to work together on projects to contribute to our community service agency partners including: UI Hospitals and Clinics, Veterans Administration Hospital, 4Cs Child Care Center, Domestic Violence Intervention Program, Visiting Nurses Association, Shelter House, and Houses into Homes.
Members enjoy meeting other members, sharing projects, and exchanging information throughout the day.
March 8, 2027
7PM
Erick Wolfmeyer
Erick Wolfmeyer is a contemporary quilter from Iowa City who will provide a trunk show of his work and then engage in a dialogue of questions and responses from members.
Chris Schulte from Green Light Quilts in Franklin, TN will share a trunk show of her work and present a program on An Evolution of a Designer
May 10, 2027
7PM
Chris Schulte
"An Evolution of a Designer"
June 15, 2027
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Cindi McChesney
"Panel Palooza"
Workshop
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Cindi McChesney will there will present an all-day Panel Palooza workshop.
April 12, 2027
7PM
Joanne Kerton
"Make it Your Own"
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Joanne Kerton, a pattern designer from Ames, IA, will join us to present a lecture entitled, Make It Your Own.
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Chris Schulte will present an all-day workshop on Tuesday, May 11th covering Invisible Applique.
May 11, 2027
Chris Schulte
"Invisible Applique"
Workshop
July 12, 2027
7PM
Mary Ellen Winter
"LEGITimatley Addicted"
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​​Mary Ellen Winter, certified Legit Kit Instructor, will deliver a trunk show entitled, LEGITimatley Addicted.
April 13, 2027
JoAnne Kerton
Joanne will guide us through an all-day Mystery Quilt workshop.
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​June 14, 2027
7PM​
Cindi McChesney
"Panel Quilts"
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Cyndi McChesney, an author, teacher, and longarm quilter from Morrison, CO will give a lecture/trunk show on Panel Quilts.
July 13, 2027
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​Mary Ellen Winter
"LEGIT kit"
Workshop
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Mary Ellen Winter will present an all day workshop on making the LEGIT kit of your choice.
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