Quilt Show Reno is proud to offer new & exciting free presentations for all show attendees from the Main Stage throughout the show.

Plan now to spend some time at the Main Stage learning the latest in quilting/sewing tips and techniques at the feet of the experts for FREE!
 

Thursday, June 5, 2025

10:30 am - 11:15 am	Swivel Our Seams: Pattern Alteration SOS Lorraine Henry - Lorraine Henry for Conselle Tired of slashing your pattern into puzzle pieces and trying to put it back together to “kind-of fit”? Have you ever wanted to just pull out your seam allowances and magically fit your figure? It is almost that easy with the seam method of pattern alteration! Have an “Ah-HA” visual experience as you watch how seams can swivel to enlarge for the bust, widen (or narrow) for the back, shorten or lengthen wherever needed, and work in combinations without causing any distortion in the pattern. Come and learn how to create hinges and swivel your seams to meet the needs of YOUR personal shape. Bring small scissors and scotch tape!
11:45 am- 12:30 pm	Innovative Quilt Making: Blending Modern and Traditional Techniques Jennifer Wagner - Snapdragon Quilting Expand your quilting repertoire and create stunning quilts with a mix of modern and traditional techniques. While we honor the traditional methods that laid the foundation for quilting, there are countless innovative techniques to explore that go beyond classic quilt blocks. In this engaging lecture, I'll guide you step-by-step through various techniques, including: Curved Piecing: Achieve smooth, beautiful curves in your quilts. Foundation Paper Piecing: Enhance precision and accuracy in your designs. Reverse Appliqué: Add intricate and unique details with ease. Glue Basting: Discover the benefits of glue basting for perfect results. Join me to add these invaluable techniques to your quilting toolkit and transform your quilt-making process!
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm	Painting and Appliqué Together? Sue Purdy - Sue’s Stencils and Laser Cuts Sue will demonstrate how to make and use spray paint and sponge paint, using acrylics, to change the backgrounds of your wall hangings and quilt squares. She will also show her simple technique of ironing on wall hangings, with no seams and only zig-zag stitching to complete. Rust painting is also a fun method that will be explained. It's all easy, fast, and requires no talent or time! A FREE sample will be handed out during the demo.
2:15 pm - 3:00 pm	Everyone Loves a Shortcut Connie Spurlock - Sew Wonderful Dreams Many different tips will be given to make projects easier and faster, as well as the best tools and techniques to make the project fun and finished!
3:30 pm - 4:15 pm	Dream it - Create it - Share it Sponsored by Fabric-Chicks Creative Oasis 3 days of Fashion Fun! Join in the fun...Turn the Vendor Mall into a walking show-n-tell. Wear your Garments and Accessories made from scratch or Repurposed to the show: Restyled Clothing, Bedazzled and Repurposed, Tote Bags, Hats, Belts, and Shoes. Makers Create to Inspire! Raffle tickets will be given out throughout the day to those attendees wearing their creations, and winners will be drawn at the afternoon purple carpet event on the free stage.

Friday, June 6, 2025

10:30 am - 11:15 am	Fast & Easy Projects to Finish in Under 1 Hour! Linda McGehee - Ghee's Where does the time go? Do you want projects that can be completed in a short amount of time that look like you spent hours? Quick & easy are the terms I’ve been hearing. So, let’s venture into the world of quick making some simple items that are useful to any age. Whether using the sewing machine, serger or embroidery machine, you’ll find these projects fun to make. Many projects require fat quarters or leftover fabrics from other projects. You will be surprised at what you can accomplish in 1 hour.
11:45 am - 12:30 pm	Quick Tips for Perfect Binding Connie Spurlock - Sew Wonderful Dreams   Let us show you how to make a perfect mitered corner every time; when to use strip binding, when to use bias binding (how to easily make your own bias binding), and many other tips that will make you smile when your project is perfectly done.
1:00 pm- 1:45 pm	Getting Rid of the Gaps Lorraine Henry - Lorraine Henry for Conselle Vests are in – gapping armholes are out! Correcting the fit in the arm and bust area is a quick way to visually lose weight. Learn how to eliminate the gaps and fit any size bust whether it be larger or smaller than the standard B by creating a dart or transferring one to a different position. Both pattern alteration solutions and ready-to-wear alterations will be shown. A garment that fits smoothly without wrinkles, gaps, or pulls is an instant visually slimming effect on a body.
3:30 pm - 4:15 pm	Dream it - Create it - Share it Sponsored by Fabric-Chicks Creative Oasis 3 days of Fashion Fun! Join in the fun...Turn the Vendor Mall into a walking show-n-tell. Wear your Garments and Accessories made from scratch or Repurposed to the show: Restyled Clothing, Bedazzled and Repurposed, Tote Bags, Hats, Belts, and Shoes. Makers Create to Inspire! Raffle tickets will be given out throughout the day to those attendees wearing their creations, and winners will be drawn at the afternoon purple carpet event on the free stage.

Saturday, June 15, 2024

10:30 am - 11:15 am	Quilts in Color Jennifer Wagner - Snapdragon Quilting A dynamic presentation that dives into the impact of contrast, color placement, and block rotation on quilt design. We’ll also explore four unique methods for finding color inspiration and learn how to apply them to a project, helping you see color in a whole new way!
11:45 am - 12:30 pm	Tips for Making Your Own Jacket From a Sweatshirt Connie Spurlock - Sew Wonderful Dreams Learn some shortcuts, some "do's", some definitely- never ever "don'ts" and how to put your creativity on display. You will love it and it is great for making kids' jackets too!
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm	Dream it - Create it - Share it Sponsored by Fabric-Chicks Creative Oasis 3 days of Fashion Fun! Join in the fun...Turn the Vendor Mall into a walking show-n-tell. Wear your Garments and Accessories made from scratch or Repurposed to the show: Restyled Clothing, Bedazzled and Repurposed, Tote Bags, Hats, Belts, and Shoes. Makers Create to Inspire! Raffle tickets will be given out throughout the day to those attendees wearing their creations, and winners will be drawn at the afternoon purple carpet event on the free stage.
2:15 pm- 2:30 pm	Awards Ceremony, 7th Annual Trash to Treasures Challenge Sponsored by Fabric-Chicks Creative Oasis Get your seat at the awards ceremony early. It's creativity at its best! The 2025 Trash to Treasures Viewer’s Choice Awards competition winners will receive Award Ribbons and Gift Certificates to Fabric-Chicks Creative Oasis in Gardnerville, NV. 1st Place $200.00, 2nd Place $100.00, and 3rd Place $ 50.00. Plus, two additional award ribbons for The Director’s Choice and Honorable Mention by Fabric-Chicks Creative Oasis.
2:45 pm- 3:15 pm	Grid Magic for Easy Fit Lorraine Henry - Lorraine Henry for Conselle Unlock some of the mysteries of fit by using a grid such as that cardboard cutting board that may have been hiding in your closet! Never have an uneven hemline again! Learn how to use this useful tool to help in altering skirts, pants, and tops. Gain an understanding of how working from the floor up in both taking measurements and doing alterations can show up some "hither-to" hidden figure variations that may have been the cause of many of our "fitting fits." Puzzlement turns to clarity as the secret of the grid and floor are revealed. This technique even helps in finding the amount of droop in the dropped buttocks syndrome. An ah-ha moment indeed in this fun and fact filled class!