The second meeting of each month typically includes a lecture or demonstration by an accomplished quilt teacher. There is a guest fee of $5 for Program Meetings with speakers.​
NO MEETING
Weds Apr 15, 2026
Cathe Holden
Wed May 20, 2026 - Zoom and In-Person Lecture
Cathe Holden will present a keynote sharing her creative journey, her studio, and her background as a graphic designer turned fabric designer for Moda Fabrics. She will also showcase a trunk show of inspiration with her delightful stitching projects.
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Karen Bolan
Wed Jun 17, 2026 - Zoom and In-Person Lecture
"It's a Small World for Quilters"​
When the opportunity arises to expand your quilting practice, you take it, right? One such opportunity: traveling around the world to deepen your connection to quilting history and modern practice. In this lecture, Karen will share memories and lessons after leading an incredible tour - Japan in 2025. Perhaps the most comforting lesson for us all is exactly how far we can travel and still connect with a thriving community of quilters. The world is small when we speak the same language: quilting.
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Bio: Karen Bolan is a quilter from right here in Santa Rosa. She is drawn to the layers of design and expression possible in quilting, and she loves the learning that comes from experimenting. Her designs are out of the box, and integrate a love of geometry, experimentation, interconnection, depth, and texture. Her work has been featured in numerous magazines including recent features in Quilts Japan, Make Modern, and the QuiltCon Magazine, and her quilts have been exhibited at local and international shows including QuiltCon, Pacific International Quilt Festival, and the de Young Museum. Learn more about Karen’s work and quilting travel experiences by visiting her website at www.KarenBolan.com.​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Brooke Shankland - Impermanence
First Session - Sat July 18 - Zoom Only - 9:00-1:00
Second Session - Sat July 25, Zoom Only - 9:00-1:00
Members $50. Non-Members $60.
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Make your own, unique Impermanence wall hanging / quilt. The Impermanence design is a reminder that everything—both good and bad—is temporary and symbolizes the importance of both gratitude and letting go. Brooke will walk you through the construction of this modern design, including beginner-friendly curves and crescents, which include plenty of room for error for ease & worry-free sewing.
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Length of Workshop: 8 hours
Number of Students: 20
Brooke Shankland - Contemplative Contemporary: A Journey Through Modern Quilt Design & Intention
Wed July 15, 2026 - Zoom Only Lecture​​
