LECTURES AND WORKSHOPS
I am available for both in-person and virtual lectures and workshops. I am based in Charles Town, WV (near DC) and am willing to travel.
I also frequently visit the Las Vegas/St.George area in summers and would be able to work something out for those areas when I am in the area.
My Quilting Journey Lecture
Travel back in time with me and learn about how I got my start in quilting. From making my first quilt as a teenager and HATING it, to becoming a pattern designer, published author of a quilting book, Editor in Chief of a Quilting Magazine, designing for Moda and developing an app. It’s been a crazy ride and I love sharing about it with others. Perhaps you’ll relate to my story, or just find it entertaining- either way, we will have fun together!
1 Hour In Person Presentation and Q&A for $400
Virtual Option for $350
"Modern Day Quilter" Book Trunk Show add on
Would you like to take a peek at all the projects from my book, “Modern Day Quilter”? I’ll bring all my projects and share about my inspiration behind each of the designs and projects. This book was written as a journey itself. It walks you through various quilting techniques to help broaden any quilter’s skill set. I will talk about why I am passionate about this and how this book can help any quilter at any stage in their own quilting journey.
An additional 30 minutes for $150
My Quilts App Interactive Lecture and Tutorial
My husband and I have developed an awesome app that’s just for quilters. I will come talk about the My Quilts App and how it can help quilters keep track of all their projects, get inspired, and stay connected. I will also demonstrate how to use it and all the features it offers.
1 Hour In Person Presentation and Q&A for $400
Virtual Option for $350
Quilt Coat Trunk Show
I have made over 10 different kinds of quilt coats and I can’t wait to tell you everything I’ve learned. I will talk about how to choose a pattern, my best tips, and dos and dont’s of quilt coat making! I will bring all of my quilt coats with me to show off and talk about.
1 Hour Trunk Show for $400
Create a Repeat Pattern
This fun workshop is a hands-on, no-sew activity! I will talk about what it’s like to be a fabric designer and then I will walk everyone through the steps of fill space, object balance, and creating a repeat pattern. Students will get the chance to try it with pencil and paper in class!
Supplies Needed:
-Projector
-Paper
-Pencils
-Student’s preferred coloring medium
2 Hour In Person Workshop for $30 per student (8 student minimum)
No Virtual Options.
Drop In Lining Tote Bag workshoP
Learn how to create drop-in linings in this easy Drop In Lining Tote bag project. This is a fun and quick weekend project that will make a great gift or quilt carrying bag! Students will walk away with a completed lined tote bag! Supplies not included.
Supplies Needed:
– cotton webbing for handles
– 1/2 yard of canvas fabric for exterior
– 1/2 yard of coordinating cotton fabric for lining
– Iron-on stabilizer
– pins or clips
– sewing machine
– coordinating thread
2 Hour In Person Workshop for $30 per student (8 student minimum)
No Virtual Options.
Scalloped Christmas Stocking Workshop
This is a fully lined stocking with a scalloped cuff! I will walk you through each of the steps and options for making this stocking. Students will walk away with a fully completed Quilted Stocking for the holidays! Supplies not included.
Supplies Needed:
– 2 FQs for exterior (or 1 FQ and 1 mini charm pack)
– 2 FQs for interior/lining
– Batting
– clips or pins
– sewing machine
– scissors
– coordinating thread
3 Hour In Person Workshop for $35 per student (8 student minimum)
No Virtual Options.
Hovea Quilt Coat workshop
Make a quilt coat with me! Bring your quilt or quilted panels to class, ready to start sewing your garment! Every student will walk away with a completed or almost completed quilt coat! I will walk you through each step and all my best tips and tricks to make it easier!
Supples Needed:
– Hovea Quilt Coat pattern by Meghan Nielson
– Completed Quilt (no need to bind), Cheater Quilt, or Quilted Panels
– Bias Binding
– Coordinating thread
– Sewing Machine
– pins or clips
– scissors
6 Hour In Person Workshop for $75 per student (8 person minimum)
No Virtual Options.