The education of IHQ members is a significant element of our charter and mission. Classes provide new ideas and techniques. Member-taught courses will continue to be diverse and exciting. Particular emphasis will be given to the many requests for basic quilting classes. We will continue to present the design challenge, a unique display at our annual Quilt Faire.
Our Workshops teach new skills and create items for sale in our quilt faire boutique. We all work hard to create and donate practical and pretty handmade treasures. Members (new and seasoned alike) volunteer to lead the workshops, and participants are provided with a materials supply list.
“Kits” are often provided to make the item, which can be taken home to finish.
Linda demonstrates measuring and cutting.
A Few of the classes offered this year (2026):
- Quilting with your walking foot, with Gretchen Sullivan
- Flag placemats, with Margaret Meier
- Paperless Paper Piecing, with Anelie Beldon
- Rope Bowls, with Teresa Eason
- Table Runners, with Eileen Roberson & Margaret Meier
- Thread Painting Class by Sandra Mollon
- Make a Needle Book with Dana Osterlund & Cat Jackson
Quilt Camp offers another opportunity to learn quilting techniques and nurture new and continuing relationships. This activity is organized but not structured. Games, hikes, and shopping are alternatives to sewing/quilting. In the evenings, it is not unusual for a random poker game to start up.
Campers are encouraged to enjoy their time at camp however they want to.