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Inspiration of the Week – Simplicity
Nicole of Mama Loves Quilts created this beautiful quilt, Simplicity, for her Madrona Road Challenge. Her quilt was inspired by Lilac Crush from the book, Quilting Modern. We love how Nicole's simple pattern makes a huge statement and allows the fabric to shine. photo...
Inspiration of the Week – Reunion @ Midnight
Isn't that just the coolest name for a quilt? It's so intriguing! Linda of a maidenhair fern decided it was perfect for a boys dorm quilt, and she chose colors and fabrics to match that feel. Linda used Lizzy House's pattern, "Midnight at the Oasis," from her book,...
Penny speaking this Thursday
Hello KCMQGers! This Thursday, at our guild meeting, we will have a special speaker for you! Penny from sewtakeahike will be talking about paper piecing and have a trunk show of some of her work to share with us. Penny's work is well-known in the infamous Ringo Pie...
Inspiration of the Week – Angle Quilt
We love reading about what inspires a quilt design. This one was hubby-inspired! The bright colors and angular design definitely speaks to a male demographic, but we also think it's just perfect for anybody to use! Kyndra of Sewlio saw her husband drawing designs for...
Inspiration of the Week – Box of Rain
Have you worked with Oakshott cottons yet? Kaffe Fasset shot cottons? Essex linens? Well this quilt has them all! Karen of Blooming Poppies created this incredible improv quilt using a variety of lush, soft fabrics. Her end result is something we wish we could touch...
Inspiration of the Week – Circular Edge
Hello KCMQGers! We are starting up our Inspiration of the Week posts again. Look for them on Tuesday mornings. ------------------------------------------------------ For our first Inspiration of 2013, we'd like to share with you this Circular Edge quilt. Circles can...
To Boston With Love
The Vancouver Modern Quilt Guild has organized a collaborative effort to show Boston that quilters across the world care about the people of their city during a very stressful time. A special Memorial Day exhibit of banners created from flags donated from around the...
2012 Fall Day Retreat
Members of the KCMQG had a getaway in November for a full day of sewing and socializing. We drove south of the city to Bucyrus, Kansas and enjoyed sewing in a big and bright space with lots of room to spread out our quilts and supplies. It was great to have tables and...
Modern Quilt Relish and a pincushion swap
Our November 8 guild meeting will feature the Modern Quilt Relish ladies, Jill and Marny! If you aren't familiar with them, check out their website. You'll see their new modern quilting book, Picnic, as well as the patterns they sell in their shop. Jill and Marny will...
Denyse Schmidt
Did you get to see Denyse speak or take one of her workshops? Wasn't it SO MUCH FUN?? A huge thanks to Denyse for coming to visit our guild, and a huge thanks to all our fabulous members who made this event so special! Photo by Under the Evening Star Photo by Under...
Denyse Schmidt is coming in October!
The Kansas City Modern Quilt Guild is excited to announce a special speaker coming in October: Denyse Schmidt! We hope you'll take the time to review the info below and purchase a ticket for the lecture. The Kansas City Modern Quilt Guild Presents An artist lecture...
QuiltCon Block Challenge
KCMQG's August meeting was a QuiltCon Block Challenge. Members could make up to 3 blocks in accordance with QuiltCon's Block Challenge Guidelines. We had some fantastic blocks on display! Two display boards were set up so the blocks could be on display for the entire...
