Quilt Now, Sleep Later
Please help us to welcome Kathie Beltz!
Kathie's bio
I am totally addicted to quilting, and enjoy associating with other quilters who are equally addicted. I’ve been quilting since 1995, teaching since 2004, and judging quilts since 2007. My specialty is precision machine piecing, and I’m always trying new techniques, gadgets, and patterns.
I have been fortunate that some of my quilts have won awards at almost two dozen shows across the country, including Indiana Heritage Quilt Show, Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, MQX Quilt Festivals, National Quilting Association, Quiltweek Lancaster, Quiltweek Paducah, Road to California, Vermont Quilt Festival, and World Quilt Show – New England. My quilts have been
juried into the AQS show in Paducah in multiple years, winning ribbons in 2015 and 2017. My FreeFall quilt was juried into the International Quilt Festival in Houston. As an award-winning quilter, I lecture, give demonstrations, and teach workshops at guilds, quilt shops, and quilt shows nationally. I especially enjoy teaching beginners.
Studio 180 Certified
In 2013, I was trained by Deb Tucker to teach her techniques, patterns, and tools from Studio 180 Design. In 2017, I launched Kathie Beltz Quilt Designs, my own line of companion patterns for Studio 180 Design tools. These quilt patterns are for smaller projects that look complicated but are easier to make than you may think. The patterns have easy-to-follow instructions, plus most of my patterns have the advantage of using Studio 180 Design precision tools and techniques.
Quilt judge
I also have extensive quilt judging experience. My judging philosophy is to acknowledge excellence in quilting, and to educate and encourage quilters of all skill levels. I like to consider my judging work as an extension of my teaching, guiding quilters to improve their skills through constructive comments.
And there's more...
I recently became a Member of the Board of Directors of the New England Quilt Museum. There’s a lot going on, and it’s keeping me busy!
Class levels
What level quilter am I?
We have had many students ask "what level am I at?" or "Do you think I am ready to take that class?" We have added "Levels" to our classes so that it will be easier to find a class that works for you. We want you to have fun, enjoy your class and feel successful. We hope these levels will make it easier to register for classes.
Beginner: No experience needed, brand new at sewing or quilting and eager to learn! This student could also have some sewing experience, but not with quilting. This student may have made one quilt, self-taught but would benefit from formal class instructions.
Advanced Beginner: Student has taken at least one beginner quilt class or has made at least two quilts, self-taught and is looking to learn something new.
Intermediate: Student has taken several quilting classes, small project classes, is very familiar with quilting techniques, has made several quilts.
**Please note that this is simply a guide and a suggestion. Please feel free to inquire about a class, if you are still unsure. We are careful to think of each student individually and we will find a class that's right for you!
Know your Machine- All Levels
TUESDAY APRIL 14TH, 6:00PM
Do you have a sewing machine lying around you want to learn to use? Are you looking to take up quilting, but need help with the basics first? Then you should sign up for one of our "know your machine" classes.
The only materials needed is your sewing machine and the manual.
The cost is only $60! Payment is required to reserve your spot. Space is limited, so sign up soon! See registration options below. (This class is intended for the adult learner, please see our kids page for more info)
**If you do not have a machine yet, don't stress! We have BERNINA sewing machines for sale or to rent!
