The Quilters Guild of East Texas is proud to be able to provide Tyler quilters with programs and workshops taught by many nationally renowned quilters.  Our speakers are authors, quilt pattern designers, fabric dyers and nationally recognized instructors. Many have produced award winning quilts at some of the most prestigious quilt shows in the United States.  

Programs are offered the second Thursday of each month following the QGET business meeting at First Christian Church, Tyler.  There is no charge to attend a program.   

Workshops vary in length from 1/2 day to a full day.  They are held on the second Friday of the month.  Full day workshops are generally $45 for members and $55 for non-members.  Cost may vary with the length of the workshop. Workshops begin at 9am.  Participants are encouraged to arrive by 8:30 to set up machines and supplies if necessary.  The classes meet in the Christian Life Center (CLC) building which is behind the church building where we have our Guild meetings. We use Room 5. You may bring your lunch or get take-out locally during our lunch break. 

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Upcoming Workshops

  • Picture Piecing Design Class - Cynthia England

    • 11/14/2024
    • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 6
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    This class is designed to make you feel more comfortable designing your own wall hanging using the Picture Piecing technique.  Come to have FUN!  It's not as hard as it looks.  Several designs will be provided which start out simple and gradually become more complex.  Sewing Machines are not required.

    Class Fee - $30.00 Member, $45.00 Non-Member 

    Material Fee $15.00 Payable in class, Cash preferred

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  • Bird Design Picture Piecing - Cynthia England

    • 11/15/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 0
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    Learn the innovative "Picture Piecing" technique that uses only straight lines and no in-sets while making a beautiful bird wall hanging.  Choose Blue Heron or Glorious Hummingbirds.

    Class Fee - $45.00 Member, $65.00 Non-Member 

    Material Fee - $38.00, Payable in class

    Includes pattern and all fabric for top, complete with borders and binding.

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  • One Block Wonder Kaleidoscope Quilt - Cindy Newland

    • 01/10/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 15
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    Cindy Newland will walk us through the ins and outs of the ONE BLOCK WONDER.  This unique design concept starts with a single fabric stacked for identical repeats.  The kaleidoscope effect is beautiful and unpredictable.  The possibilities are endless!

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    Pre-Class Prep - If you need help with cutting and stacking your repeats prior to class, Join Cindy at the HIVE for a demo after the regular guild meeting on January 9, 2025


    Class Fee - $25.00 Member, $35.00 Non-Member *Class will open to non-members if space is available 30 days prior.










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  • Clam Shells the Easy Way plus 6 Pointed Stars-Karen Styles

    • 02/14/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 17
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    Learn multiple techniques for hand sewing from a world-renowned quilter.  

    Karen Styles will show you her tried and true techniques as she shows you an easy and achievable method.  This class will cover a surprisingly easy way to sew clamshells.  In the afternoon, we will take a look at sewing the 6-pointed star.  This is a small project, so if you've ever wanted to try hand piecing, this is the perfect class for you!  

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    Class Fee - $45.00 Member, $55.00 Non-Member *Class will open to non-members if space is available 30 days prior.

    Pattern Fee $15 Payable in class, Cash preferred (Includes two patterns plus extra clam pieces for class)









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  • Wild Women Don't Get The Blues- Karen K Stone

    • 04/11/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • First Christian Church - Christian Life Center, Tyler TX
    • 20
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    Patchwork, wonderful color, and wild friends - what could be better? Paper-foundation piecing Karen’s original way - streamlined and efficient. Also, individualized interpretive color talk. Pattern pages provided.

    Supply list:  15-20 fat quarters you love and want to work with, perhaps including one or more interesting focus fabrics that tie everything together.

    Also, fabric scissors, paper scissors, piecing thread.

    Class Fee - $45.00 Member, $65.00 Non-Member

    Pattern Fee $10.00 Payable in class, Cash preferred











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