Hexagons Two Ways

Last weekend our guild had the chance to gather for our second sewing day workshop at Quiltmakers Cottage in Hershey, thanks to Beth and her gracious staff.

Lois led the group in learning a machine piecing technique, using a butterfly seam. 

And I (Jill) got to share my love of traditional English Paper Piecing.

An all around fun day of hexies!  Our next sewing day will be in April and we're planning free sewing and social time, hopefully a good opportunity for everyone to catch up on their WIPs.   Exact dates will be up soon with our spring schedule, so be sure to check back!


 

Sew-In Saturday #1: Improv Piecing Workshop

This Saturday the CAMQG had the pleasure of gathering at Smile Spinners Quilt Shop in Marysville for our first sewing day.  Don't they have a gorgeous work space?

 

I (Jill) got the chance to lead the group, sharing a bit about improv piecing.  I brought along this little improv sampler quilt I'd made up to show examples of improv blocks.

 We all got to the sewing then, everyone of made such wonderful blocks.  

Even better, we all had fun doing it!

Alora with Fall tones

Lois' purples and Sigrid's brights

Erica's wonderful Amy Butler prints

Mary's Log Cabins

Meghann's bright fall colors

Nancy's Bold Brights

If you're interested in getting in on fun sewing days with us, we welcome new membership at every skill level.  We'd love to have you!