Austin Area Quilt Guild upcoming events

Animal Portraiture-Dorene Joyce (October 03, 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Dorene Joyce Presents

Animal Portraiture

Using technology, you will be able to take a photo of your favorite person or pet and create an art quilt portrait of them! You will learn how to make your pattern by using some AI and other technology-based tools to create a pattern and then create a work of art! After you have your pattern, we will be using some new methods to use your fabric and create your special portrait, so don't miss this one!

Supply list: https://www.aaqg.org/resources/Workshops/2026-2027/Portrait%20Supply%20Lis.pdf

More info: https://www.dorenejoyce.com/uploads/1/4/4/8/144872098/class_homework_-_portrait_class.pdf

Additional notes: Please limit animal portrait size to 18" x 20" max.

Bring a printed 8x10 or larger photo of your subject--in Color please.

Once registered, please send a copy of your pet or favorite person photo to dorene@dorenejoyce.com

Class Fee Members: $55.00

Class Fee Non-Members: $70.00

Stained Glass Flowers--Dorene Joyce (October 04, 2026)

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Dorene Joyce

Stained Glass Flowers

Pick one or all of these flowers, to allow participants to create their favorite flower. Choose from My Roses, Iris Dreams, Hydrangeas or Tulips. This class features Dorene's method for making an Art Quilt that looks like stained glass but instead uses fabric. Instead of lead lines, students will use a black background, learning a new technique for applique placement, that makes everything easy, with stunning results! Students can change the colors to your desired color palette. You can make the roses on black or the whole stained glass. Make both if you like! Use your imagination to create your own color palette for your Roses-Stained Glass art quilt. This pattern makes it easy to achieve realistic results for your Faux stained glass art quilt with paint by number ease. Students will have most of the applique completed and will be ready with tips, techniques, and ideas to finish the art quilt at home.

AAQG Members: $55

Non-members: $70

IMPORTANT: There is class prep. Be sure to open both links:

https://www.aaqg.org/resources/Workshops/2026-2027/Directions%20for%20Class%20Preparation%20Stained%20Glass.pdf

https://www.aaqg.org/resources/Workshops/2026-2027/Fabric%20requirements%20-%20Stained%20Glass.pdf

October MORNING Meeting: Dorene Joyce (October 05, 2026)

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Doors Open at 9:00 AM - Come hang out!

Meeting Begins at 9:45 AM.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Dorene Joyce

Title: Threads of Inspiration - An AI Journey Through Creativity

Description: This talk is a fresh look at how technology is transforming the art of quilting. Join Dorene as she shares how she uses AI to design quilt patterns, generate fabric ideas, and create story quilts that speak with purpose. This talk explores the creative possibilities of blending digital tools with textile artistry—perfect for quilters, designers, and anyone curious about the future of fabric, Artificial Intelligence and imagination.

In-person meeting location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3208 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

October EVENING Meeting: Dorene Joyce (October 05, 2026)

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

AAQG General Meeting will be a HYBRID meeting

Doors Open at 6:00 PM - Come hang out!

Meeting Begins at 6:45 PM.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Dorene Joyce

Title: Threads of Inspiration - An AI Journey Through Creativity

Call for Zoom Show 'n Tell: For those attending by Zoom, if you have a Show 'n Tell, please send a photo to president@aaqg.org by noon, seven days before the meeting. Please limit entries to 2. Photos received after the deadline will be included in the next monthly meeting Show 'n' Tell deck. For those in-person, please bring your Show 'n Tell pieces to share at the meeting.

Virtual Meeting: Click here for Zoom

In-person meeting location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3208 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

Modern Improv Vintage Soul--Emma Jane Powell (November 07, 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Emma Jane Powell Presents

Modern Improv Vintage Soul

Modern Improv Meets Vintage Charm

What happens when expressive, modern improvisational piecing meets the timeless beauty of vintage textiles?

In this workshop, we'll use treasured vintage linens - think doilies, embroidered tea towels, dresser scarves, and lace - as the inspiration for a contemporary improvisational quilt. Rather than following a traditional pattern, you'll explore a series of guided techniques while creating a small piece inspired by the sample.

Click here to see full description and Supply List: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Cl2VAzsQSe2su8rtqvecGrwtFQ2ozN9HHHGuY5so-D0/edit?tab=t.0

Class Fee Members: $55.00

Class Fee Non-Members: $70.00

Ripple Effect--Emma Jane Powell (November 08, 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Emma Jane Powell Presents:

Ripple Effect

Improvisationally curious? Improv is a great way to break free of traditional piecing rules and challenge your creativity. Skills taught will include: color & fabric combinations, straight lines, triangles, curves, and putting together segments. Bring your scraps and create a small sample for each skill, or build up to a larger final project. You will finish this class with a toolbox full of techniques to create more expressive, spontaneous work in the future.

*Kit fee $15.00, optional.

Class Fee Members: $55.00

Class Fee Non-Members: $70.00

Supply list: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hNOPUH62LH0dZlC1-g9Q8tIFFDv7oybAuYs1KHgzPV0/edit?tab=t.0

November MORNING Meeting: Emma Jane Powell (November 09, 2026)

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Doors Open at 9:00 AM - Come hang out!

Meeting Begins at 9:45 AM.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Emma Jane Powell

Title: Playful Palettes for Quilters

Description: Learn about a variety of tools right at our fingertips to help plan pleasing palettes for future quilts. Emma will demonstrate how to use these tools to build confidence using color and fabrics starting from your stash for beautiful and unique color combinations. She will show quilts to illustrate points, and invite guild members to showcase their own quilts as well.

In-person meeting location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3208 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

November EVENING Meeting: Emma Jane Powell (November 09, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

AAQG General Meeting will be a HYBRID meeting

Doors Open at 6:00 PM - Come hang out!

Meeting Begins at 6:45.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Emma Jane Powell

Title: Playful Palettes for Quilters

Virtual Meeting: Click here for Zoom

In-person meeting location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3208 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

December EVENING Holiday Social: Get ready to Strip! (December 07, 2026)

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Doors Open at 6:00 PM - Come hang out!

Note: In person only!

Meeting Begins at 6:45.

December Holiday Social!

Quilter's Strip Poker!

Bring:

--at least 10 strips of 2.5" wide fabric--12"-24" long (doesn't have to be exact--any length will do!)

--a treat to share!

In-person meeting location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3208 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

Stringplique Workshop--Lisa Erlandson (January 30, 2027)

Sat, 30 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Lisa Erlandson Presents

String-plique

String your appliqué to a whole new level of fun!

Skill level: All levels welcome (Confident beginner and up)

Dive into a vibrant world of scraps, strings, and creativity with the String-pliqué® technique—a cheerful twist on fused appliqué that turns fabric strips into bold, expressive designs. Rooted in tradition, string quilting has been found in American quilts for over a century—treasured for its resourcefulness, color, and charm.

This modern take honors that legacy while adding fresh flair and playful possibilities.

In this workshop, you’ll choose from several whimsical patterns, including:

Crazy Daisy – A blooming burst of color (14" x 18")
HeartStrings – A sweet scatter of scrappy hearts (22" x 22")
Scotties on a String – Spunky little terriers with “paws-itive” personality (22" x 22")

Whether you lean toward bold rainbows or subtle scrappy blends, the design possibilities are as limitless as your fabric basket.

Pattern & Foundation Fabric Fee: $15
All pattern sizes are included

Class Fee Members: $55.00 (opens 12/1/26) + $15 Required Kit Fee

Class Fee Non-Members: $70.00 (available 12/31/26) + $15 Required Kit Fee

String-pliqué Supply List:

String-pliqué Pattern and Foundation material are included in the $15 kit fee.

You will need to bring:

• Fusible (your choice but a light weight fusible please!)

• Background fabric: 1 Fat Quarter

• Scraps of a variety of fabrics (20-25 different). You DO NOT need anything larger than a 4” x 6” piece. These will be used to create your quilt so make sure they contrast with your background fabric.

• You may also be able to swap fabrics with other students to achieve more variety if desired.

• Batting and backing (just in case you get ready to quilt!)

Sewing machine in good working order

Iron / ironing mat

Finger press (optional)

Proper feet for quarter inch seam and zig-zag

Neutral sewing thread

Thread to match fabrics for machine appliqué

Scissors (paper and fabric cutting)

Thread snips

mechanical pencil

rotary cutter (45mm)

rotary cutting mat (18in)

Wimmen’s Work Workshop--Lisa Erlandson (January 31, 2027)

Sun, 31 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Lisa Erlandson Presents

Wimmen’s Work

Skill Level: All levels welcome (Confident Beginner and up)

Technique: Pieced

Pattern Fee: $10

A celebration of women’s lives and labors—colorful, creative, and far from simple. These classic blocks nod to the unsung work of generations past, wrapped in fabric and resilience.

Choose from two sizes to suit your story: Sizes: 50" x 60" or 72” x 92”

Class Fee Members: $55.00 (opens 12/2/26) + $10 Required Kit Fee

Class Fee Non-Members: $70.00 (available 1/1/27) + $10 Required Kit Fee

Supplies List: More details provided upon workshop selection.

February MORNING Meeting: Lisa Erlandson (February 01, 2027)

Mon, 01 Feb 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Doors Open at 9:00 AM - Come hang out!

Meeting Begins at 9:45 AM.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Lisa Erlandson

Title: Orphan Quilts: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Description:

(Subtitled: Bless Her Heart)
Some quilts sparkle… and some, well, miss the mark. This humorous lecture features a parade of puzzling, charming, and sometimes downright questionable quilts and tops from the past. Along the way, we’ll explore color, value, and design choices—learning how yesterday’s missteps can help inspire better quilts today.

In-person meeting location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3208 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

February EVENING Meeting: Lisa Erlandson (February 01, 2027)

Tue, 02 Feb 2027 00:00:00 GMT

AAQG General Meeting will be a HYBRID meeting

Doors Open at 6:00 PM - Come hang out!

Meeting Begins at 6:45.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Lisa Erlandson

Title: Quilts Just Keep Stringin’ Me Along!

Description: What is a string quilt, and why are they called that? This lecture digs into the history of string quilts with a lively trunk show of scrappy wonders from the past—perfect inspiration for your own string-filled creations.

Virtual Meeting: Click here for Zoom

In-person meeting location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3208 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

Fabric Collage Workshop--Michelle Walker (April 03, 2027)

Sat, 03 Apr 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Michelle Walker Presents

Fabric Collage

Michelle will teach you all about doing fabric collage. You will learn tips and tricks to complete this beautiful Hummingbird and Flower mini-quilt!

Class Fee Members: $55.00 (opens 2/2/27)

Class Fee Non-Members: $70.00 (available 3/4/27)

Supply List: https:// www.reddoorquilter.com/_files/ugd/f3494c_4b4292c583d643efb9722b306e922133.pdf

Laura Heine Fabric Collage Workshop--Michelle Walker (April 04, 2027)

Sun, 04 Apr 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Michelle Walker Presents

Laura Heine Fabric Collage

Michelle is a Certified Teacher for Laura Heine.

She will teach you all about doing fabric collage using her methods.

You will learn tips and tricks to complete one of her fabulous art quilts

Class Fee Members: $55.00 (opens 2/3/27)

Class Fee Non-Members: $70.00 (available 3/5/27)

Supply List: https://www.reddoorquilter.com/_files/ugd/f3494c_47511f7c39c549ba9b43aaf5bd165e56.pdf

April MORNING Meeting: Michelle Walker (April 05, 2027)

Mon, 05 Apr 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Doors Open at 9:00 AM - Come hang out!

Meeting Begins at 9:45 AM.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Michelle Walker

Title: Let's Get Scrappy

Description:

Michelle will share stories and quilts about her journey in quilting and her love of making scrap quilts! Includes a trunk show of several types of scrap quilts.

In-person meeting location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3208 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

April EVENING Meeting: Michelle Walker (April 05, 2027)

Mon, 05 Apr 2027 23:00:00 GMT

AAQG General Meeting will be a HYBRID meeting

Doors Open at 6:00 PM - Come hang out!

Meeting Begins at 6:45.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Michelle Walker

Title: Fabulous Fabric Collage

Description: Michelle will share her love of fabric collage with your guild. Includes a trunk show with several different types of fabric collage and the details of each piece!

Virtual Meeting: Click here for Zoom

In-person meeting location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3208 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

May EVENING Meeting: Mx. Domestic--Mathew Boudreaux (May 03, 2027)

Mon, 03 May 2027 23:00:00 GMT

AAQG General Meeting will be a HYBRID meeting

Doors Open at 6:00 PM - Come hang out!

Meeting Begins at 6:45.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Mx. Domestic--Mathew Boudreaux

Title: Trunk Show Presentation

Description: Mathew Boudreaux, known in the crafting community as Mx Domestic, is a talented quilter and creative innovator based in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. With a passion for textiles and design, they have garnered a dedicated following through their vibrant quilts and unique crafting workshops. Their work often blends traditional quilting techniques with contemporary aesthetics, showcasing bold colors and intricate patterns. Mx Domestic is also an advocate for inclusivity in the crafting world, encouraging crafters of all backgrounds to explore their creativity. Through social media, workshops, and collaborations, they inspire others to embrace the art of quilting and crafting as a means of self-expression and community building.

Virtual Meeting: Click here for Zoom

In-person meeting location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3208 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703