Open Studio: Quilters' Busy Bee

Fiber Arts

Open Studio: Quilter's Busy Bee

Meeting each week to grow community, comradery and your craft. Each month we will introduce a new technique to work with or just admire.

 

Tuition Assistance and Other Policies

Meeting Times
  1. Thur, 11/7/2024 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  2. Thur, 11/14/2024 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  3. Thur, 11/21/2024 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Thur, 11/7/2024 - Thur, 11/21/2024

Closed

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Type:
Open Studio, Has Prerequisite, Meetup, Age 18+

Location:
BARN Commons & Fiber Arts Studio

Interests:
Quilting, Sewing

About

Quilting isn't just about making beautiful and useful pieces of art—it's about bringing people together, sharing ideas, and creating a vibrant community! The Quilter's Busy Bee is designed to foster connection, creativity, and fun as we explore the colorful world of quilting together. Whether you're an experienced quilter or new to the craft, this is a space for everyone to enjoy the magic of art, color, texture, and design. Our focus is on community, creativity, and collaboration—you’ll learn, laugh, and create alongside others who share your passion. Each Busy Bee day will allow you to do as you please, or experiment with the Monthly Method Buzz

Why join? This isn't your grandma's quilting circle! We're redefining quilting, making it fresh, exciting, and full of possibilities. If you've ever thought quilting was a thing of the past, think again! Quilts are now powerful expressions of personal style and creativity.

What's the Monthly Method Buzz? In November we'll introduce Improv Triangles.

Details

  • Every skill level is welcome. Perfect for beginners and seasoned quilters alike: Whether you're just starting your quilting journey or looking to refine your skills, the Busy Bee is the perfect place to grow. We’re here to help beginners with guidance and support—and inspire experienced quilters with new ideas and techniques.
  • Free to BARN members; guests pay a $20 drop-in fee.
  • If you need to reserve a sewing machine, please check that box when registering. 

Materials

  • Bring your own project and whatever materials might not be in the Fiber Arts Studio.
  • We’d encourage you to have and bring a basic sewing kit of your own. It should include: rotary cutter, small ruler, seam ripper, pins, fabric scissors, fabric marking pens, small cutting mat, starch or starch alternative, etc.
  • If you need to use a BARN sewing machine, please reserve one when you register.

Prerequisites

Completion of Fiber Sewing Machine Certification if using a BARN sewing machine. We encourage you to bring your own machine--it's a perfect opportunity to learn all about the machine you own.

Class Policies

Ages 14 and up are welcome.

BARN Policies

Instructors or Guides

Maryjane Efstathiou

Maryjane Efstathiou has been quilting for more than 30 years and has taught and worked in several different quilt stores during this period. She also had a longarm quilting business and has been published and won several ribbons. Since moving to Bainbridge she has become involved with BARN and the Fiber Arts Studio mostly through slow-stitch events.

Danielle Mariani

Danielle has been a quilter for 25 years and is a former board member of the Austin Modern Quilt Guild. She finds find joy in vivid colors and loves to sew curved quilt blocks. She hopes to inspire new quilters here at BARN.

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