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Events

  • MCQ Drop-in Gathering
    MCQ Drop-in Gathering
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Dec 10
    Textile Center
    Dec 10, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Textile Center, 3000 University Ave SE #100, Minneapolis, MN 55414, USA
    Dec 10, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Textile Center, 3000 University Ave SE #100, Minneapolis, MN 55414, USA
    Second Tuesdays at the Textile Center
  •  Timna Tarr:    What Ifs…Working in a Series
     Timna Tarr:    What Ifs…Working in a Series
    Mon, Jan 27
    Zoom Presentation
    Jan 27, 2025, 6:30 PM CST
    Zoom Presentation
    Jan 27, 2025, 6:30 PM CST
    Zoom Presentation
    Why do artists work in series? Creating a series of quilts is a way to form a body of work, find and strengthen your artistic voice, help you focus, and add meaning to your work. Join Timna as she shares her own experience of working in series.
  • Rhonda Denney:  Pigment Patchwork:  How Did I Get Here?
    Rhonda Denney:  Pigment Patchwork:  How Did I Get Here?
    Mon, Feb 24
    Zoom Presentation
    Feb 24, 2025, 6:30 PM CST
    Zoom Presentation
    Feb 24, 2025, 6:30 PM CST
    Zoom Presentation
    Rhonda’s lecture and trunk show, “Pigment Patchwork: How Did I Get Here?” covers her journey into the world of quilting and art quilts. She uses the term ‘Pigment Patchwork' to classify the various techniques she uses to add color and dimension to her art quilts.
  •  Emilie Trahan:  Improv Quilting:  Quilt as You Grow
     Emilie Trahan:  Improv Quilting:  Quilt as You Grow
    Mon, Mar 24
    Zoom Presentation
    Mar 24, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    Mar 24, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    Emilie will share her personal quilting journey and creative process and will discuss how improvisation can be implemented in our quilts.
  • Ana Buzzalino:    The Fiber Artist in Me – Trunk Show
    Ana Buzzalino:    The Fiber Artist in Me – Trunk Show
    Mon, Apr 28
    Zoom Presentation
    Apr 28, 2025, 6:30 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    Apr 28, 2025, 6:30 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    This talk covers the story of how Ana started quilting and the progress from traditional quilting to art quilting and surface design. While showing different examples of her work, Ana talks about the importance of having a passion, and feeding that passion with constant experimentation and play.
  •  Patty Arensen: Out of Africa
     Patty Arensen: Out of Africa
    Mon, May 19
    Zoom
    May 19, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT
    Zoom
    May 19, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT
    Zoom
    Africa is well known for its colorful and bold-printed fabric, but did you know that there are many different styles each having its own country, design and cultural significance. There are specific fabrics worn by nobility, others by the common man (or woman).
  • Susan J Lapham: One Thing Leads to Another (Thoughts on Working in a Series)
    Susan J Lapham: One Thing Leads to Another (Thoughts on Working in a Series)
    Mon, Jun 23
    Zoom Presentation
    Jun 23, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    Jun 23, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    What is it about working in a series that works? What is a series anyway and why is it important? This lecture will help you think about taking your work to the next level by working in a series. Program is free for current MCQ members. Not a member yet? Click "Join MCQ" button above.
  • Lucienne Schroepfer: Quilted Paintings
    Lucienne Schroepfer: Quilted Paintings
    Mon, Jul 28
    Zoom Presentation
    Jul 28, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    Jul 28, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    Lucienne shares an in-depth look at how to create visual art by way of quilting.
  •   5x5: Featuring MCQ Members
      5x5: Featuring MCQ Members
    Mon, Aug 25
    Zoom Presentation
    Aug 25, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    Aug 25, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    This program has always been a favorite with members. Five MCQ members will be chosen to each show five of their projects. They’ll describe their inspirations, processes and challenges, and answer limited questions. We’re always amazed at the creativity and expertise of our members!
  • Stephanie Shore: Working in a Series: a Quilter’s Journey
    Stephanie Shore: Working in a Series: a Quilter’s Journey
    Mon, Sep 15
    Zoom Presentation
    Sep 15, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Zoom Presentation
    Sep 15, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Zoom Presentation
    Stephanie Shore is a former academic scientist and educator now turned art quilter. Her quilts have been juried into several international art quilt exhibits.
  • Helen Giglio: Objects of Protection - Works in Fiber
    Helen Giglio: Objects of Protection - Works in Fiber
    Mon, Oct 27
    Zoom Presentation
    Oct 27, 2025, 6:30 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    Oct 27, 2025, 6:30 PM CDT
    Zoom Presentation
    Inspired by an article about a hoard of charms and amulets recently discovered in the ruins of Pompeii, Helen Geglio developed several series of fiber artworks focused on ideas of protection. Program is free for current MCQ members. Not a member yet? Click "Join MCQ" button above.
  • Patty Kennedy-Zafred - Stitching Stories
    Patty Kennedy-Zafred - Stitching Stories
    Mon, Nov 23
    Zoom
    Nov 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Zoom
    Nov 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Zoom
    Utilizing the medium of textiles and printmaking, Patty Kennedy-Zafred creates thought provoking narratives to develop a visual dialogue with the viewer. Her work marries a lifelong fascination with photography, history, and stitch, reflecting faces of pride and dignity, sometimes under challenging
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