Washington Stars Quilt Guild upcoming events

Nisqually Reach Nature Center Summer Camp Workshop (14 Jul 2026)

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Members will help the summer camp with various educational quilting art activities. These projects will include:

5 “Sea Creature ornaments/ magnets that will demonstrate the 3 layers of a quilted project. We also have canvas tote bags and banners.

Session 2: July 13 - July 16, 6th-7th grade, 18 students

Community Outreach (15 Jul 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Members--Bring your lunch, sewing machine, and basic tools. We will be working on our usual projects including reusable grocery bags, Xmas stockings, and baby items as well as finishing quilt bindings.

July Program Meeting (21 Jul 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 01:30:00 GMT

All About Schmetz Needles
Speaker: Rhonda Pierce

Ever wonder which needle is really best for your project? Join Rhonda Pierce for an informative and practical talk all about Schmetz sewing machine needles. You’ll learn how different needle types, sizes, and styles affect your stitching—and how choosing the right needle can improve stitch quality, reduce frustration, and make sewing more enjoyable.

This session is perfect for quilters and sewists of all levels who want to get better results with a simple (and often overlooked!) tool.

https://www.schmetzneedles.com/blogs/blog/rhonda-pierce

A $0 non-member fee will apply.

Thurgood Marshall Middle School (27 Jul 2026)

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Members will teach basic sewing/quilting skills to students by doing various projects.

Nisqually Reach Nature Center Summer Camp Workshop (28 Jul 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Members will help the summer camp with various educational quilting art activities. These projects will include:

5 “Sea Creature ornaments/ magnets that will demonstrate the 3 layers of a quilted project. We also have canvas tote bags and banners.

Session 3: July 27 - July 30th, 2nd-3rd grade, 13 students

August Committee/Chair Meeting (4 Aug 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Meetings to discuss and plan for future events, budget, and another other items with board and committee/chair members. All Quilt Show Committee members are to attend this meeting too.

August Business Meeting (4 Aug 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 01:15:00 GMT

Meetings contain up coming Committee reports, a Featured Artist from the Guild, sign ups for events, Mega Lotto Drawings, a Free Table of Guild Member items, and Show and Tell.

Setup starts at 6:15 pm.

Doors open at 6:30 pm for a half hour of social time before the meeting.

Meeting starts at 7:00 pm

Halloween Witch's Hat- Constance Person (8 Aug 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Halloween Witch's Hat

Instructor: Constance Person

Community Outreach (12 Aug 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Bring your lunch, sewing machine, and basic tools. We will be working on our usual projects including reusable grocery bags, Xmas stockings, and baby items as well as finishing quilt bindings.

Nisqually Reach Nature Center Summer Camp Workshop (12 Aug 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Members will help the summer camp with various educational quilting art activities. These projects will include:

5 “Sea Creature ornaments/ magnets that will demonstrate the 3 layers of a quilted project. We also have canvas tote bags and banners.

Session 4: August 11 - August 14th, 4th-5th grade, 18 students

September Committee/Chair Meeting (1 Sep 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Meetings to discuss and plan for future events, budget, and another other items with board and committee/chair members.

September Business Meeting (1 Sep 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 01:15:00 GMT

Meetings contain up coming Committee reports, a Featured Artist from the Guild, sign ups for events, Mega Lotto Drawings, a Free Table of Guild Member items, and Show and Tell.

Setup starts at 6:15 pm.

Doors open at 6:30 pm for a half hour of social time before the meeting.

Meeting starts at 7:00 pm

September Program Meeting (15 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Quilt Repair Tales: Saving One Quilt at a Time
Speaker: Ann Wasserman

Every quilt has a story—and some need a little extra care to keep those stories alive. Join Ann Wasserman for a fascinating and heartfelt presentation on quilt repair and restoration, where she shares memorable projects, challenges, and successes from her work saving quilts one at a time. You’ll gain insight into common repair issues, thoughtful decision-making, and the respect required when working with treasured, time-worn quilts.

This engaging talk is perfect for anyone who loves quilts, values their history, or is curious about what it takes to preserve these meaningful heirlooms for future generations.

Learn more about Ann’s work at AnnQuilts.com.

A $10 non-member fee applies.

Bold & Graphic Landscapes - Vickie Conley (22 Sep 2026)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Bold & Graphic Landscapes
Instructor: Vicky Conley

In this 2-day class you will construct Vicki’s toadstool rock formation pattern in order to learn her turned edge machine piecing technique as well as the fussy piecing technique she uses on her signature skies. This is not applique. The quilt is constructed using Floriani Stitch and Wash fusible stabilizer which is left in the final piece giving great body to the quilt. It is soft and easy to sew through. You have a choice of either of these two rock patterns or the new Monterey pattern.

Bold & Graphic Landscapes - Vickie Conley (23 Sep 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Bold & Graphic Landscapes
Instructor: Vicky Conley

October Committee/Chair Meeting (6 Oct 2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Meetings to discuss and plan for future events, budget, and another other items with board and committee/chair members.

October Business Meeting (6 Oct 2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 01:15:00 GMT

Meetings contain upcoming Committee reports, a Featured Artist from the Guild, signups for events, Mega Lotto Drawings, a Free Table of Guild Member items, and Show and Tell.

Setup starts at 6:15 pm.

Doors open at 6:30 pm for a half hour of social time before the meeting.

Meeting starts at 7:00 pm

October Program Meeting (13 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Quilt As You Go
Instructor: Kristin Echols

Curious about Quilt As You Go? Join us for a fun, hands-on session where Kristin Echols will walk you through this versatile technique that allows you to quilt your project in manageable sections as you piece it together. It’s a great way to reduce bulk, gain better control, and finish quilts more easily—especially on a home sewing machine.

Whether you’re new to the method or looking to refine your approach, you’ll leave with practical tips, new confidence, and ideas you can use right away in future projects.

A $10 non-member fee applies.

November Committee/Chair Meeting (3 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Meetings to discuss and plan for future events, budget, and another other items with board and committee/chair members.

November Business Meeting (3 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 02:15:00 GMT

Meetings contain up coming Committee reports, a Featured Artist from the Guild, sign ups for events, Mega Lotto Drawings, a Free Table of Guild Member items, and Show and Tell.

Setup starts at 6:15 pm.

Doors open at 6:30 pm for a half hour of social time before the meeting.

Meeting starts at 7:00 pm

November Program Meeting (17 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 03:00:00 GMT

Round Robin Quilt Event
November 17, 2026

Get ready for a night of creativity, collaboration, and surprises! At our Round Robin Quilt Event, you’ll start a quilt block and then pass it along as each participant adds their own creative touch. By the end, you’ll see how a single idea transforms through different styles, techniques, and personalities—often with delightful and unexpected results.

This is a relaxed, social event designed to spark inspiration, stretch your creativity, and celebrate the joy of quilting together. All skill levels are welcome—come ready to sew, share, and be surprised by what unfolds!

$10 non-member fee will apply.