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SUMMARY:Workshop:  "New Year\, New Techniques" with Joan de Young
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, Joan will guide you to create your own “Art Quilt” design using different fibers\, fabrics\, and sewing techniques to create a landscape design.  You will use sheer fabrics to create a unique element\, as well as learning how to add texture to areas within your quilt using the twin needle feature on your sewing machine.  You will also explore using bobbin work to define areas or outline sections on your quilts. \n        \nThese are examples of Joan’s work\, but are different from the workshop project which is featured above. \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/workshop-new-year-new-techniques-with-joan-de-young/
LOCATION:Quilty Pleasures\, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250113T190000
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  "What the Heck is Fiber Art?" with Joan de Young
DESCRIPTION:Joan is inspired by her surroundings and the environment. She recycles fabrics that she finds in various places or she uses her own dyed and painted pieces. Her evolution into Art Quilting came about when she saw a variety of new and creative quilts displayed at quilt shows.  She designs fabric art pieces manipulating the fabric using bobbin work\, twin needle and couching and even crocheted pieces to add texture and dimension. \nJoan says that there is so much fun and excitement in the challenge of creating the art quilts she daydreams about.  Some of them are quite abstract\, others have messages about the planet.  She’s encouraged and inspired by the members of The Extreme Quilters\, as well as the works of Velda Newman and Katie Pasqini Masopust.  There are so many innovative and creative art quilters and so much inspiration. \nJoan’s art quilts have been exhibited at the Thousand Oaks Art Gallery and at Wailoa Arts & Cultural Center in Hilo\, Hawaii.  She has also had the honor of having one of her quilts being displayed at local guild shows and nationally\, at East Coast Quilt Exhibitions\, along with her fellow Extreme Quilters. Her quilts have also been displayed in an historic building in Bethlehem\, Connecticut. \nWe’re excited to be inspired by Joan’s fiber art creations! \n          
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/lecture-what-the-heck-is-fiber-art-with-joan-de-young/
LOCATION:Wilkinson Senior Center\, 8956 Vanalden St\, Northridge\, CA\, 91324\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250108T170000
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SUMMARY:Local Sleep at Home Retreat at QP\, Oct 3-5\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Three days of uninterrupted\, non-stop sewing at Quilty Pleasures!\nYou’ll enjoy the comfort of sleeping in your own bed each night!  And the camaraderie of friends and fellow quilters to inspire and motivate you to make progress on your projects. \nThis is our last local retreat of 2025 at Quilty Pleasures in Simi Valley. You’ll be able to sew from sun up to sun down (a slight exaggeration)\, and there’s plenty of restaurants and food options within walking distance in the Town Center ~ or you can bring your own food. \n$50 for three days of sewing Friday through Sunday. \n             
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/local-sleep-at-home-retreat-at-qp-oct-3-5-2025/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241209T203000
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SUMMARY:2024 Holiday Party\, December 9
DESCRIPTION:OUR HOLIDAY BASH IS HAPPENING MONDAY\, DECEMBER 9\, 2024\n\nCost:  $32\nLocation: Wilkinson Senior Center\, 8956 Vanalden\, Northridge\, CA 91324\nStart time: 6:30 p.m.\nMenu: California Pizza Kitchen\nVariety of pizza\, pasta\, salads.\nDessert: Pot Luck ~ Bring your favorite holiday treat or cookies to share\n\nTo make a reservation:\n \n\nMail check made to SFVQA for $32\, to: Mindy Schultz\, 20127 Lorne St.\, Winnetka\, CA 91306\nPay online here (must be logged in to pay)\nRegistration deadline is December 2\, 2024\nNo registration at the door\n\nParty activities and fun! \n\nRaffle baskets (mini-groups\, can you donate one?)\nFat Quarter exchange (bring one!)\nCharitable sock donation (bring a pair or two or three)\nBring a dessert to share\nPrize for Most Festive Holiday Attire\nGame Time! Left\, Right & Center – bring 3 fat quarters to play\nGoodies from local fabric stores\n\nHappy holidays my friends\, and we look forward to seeing you there! \n \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/2024-holiday-party-december-9/
LOCATION:Wilkinson Senior Center\, 8956 Vanalden St\, Northridge\, CA\, 91324\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241110T153000
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SUMMARY:Reverse Appliqué Workshop with Karen Van Den Brink
DESCRIPTION:Our own Karen Van Den Brink has offered to share her knowledge and talent to teach us Reverse Appliqué.  For reverse applique\, the fabric is layered and the top fabric is cut away and stitched in place to reveal the design. The fabric can be used in many layers to create complex designs. The top edges can be finished by hand or machine. The Reverse Applique technique is best represented by Molas from Panama and Hmong Embroidery from China\, Laos\, Thailand and Vietnam\, to embellish clothing and create works of art. Karen will be teaching us a simple heart design with options for more complex designs for those who want more of a challenge. \nHere are some samples of reverse appliqué. \n  \n          
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/reverse-applique-workshop-with-karen-van-den-brink/
LOCATION:Quilty Pleasures\, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Scrappy Appliqué with Kristie Naranjo
DESCRIPTION:Kristie is a quilt teacher certified in teaching the Scrappy Appliqué technique developed by Shannon Brinkley. Her main goal in sharing her love of quilting with others is to help them feel confident and comfortable to do anything with the skills they currently have.  She will be sharing the Scrappy Appliqué method as well as a trunk show to inspire your members to create their own projects.\n \nKristie has been using all types of needles and thread in some way ever since she was eight years old. She loves working with her hands which led her to sewing clothes for herself\, embroidery\, cross stitch\, and crochet.  When she was in her thirties\, she started knitting professionally for knitwear designers which led to teaching knitting to elementary kids in an after school program.  In her forties\, she resumed her love of sewing and started quilting after a fateful trip to visit her sister-in-law. Standing in her quilt studio sparked something inside of Kristie and she’s never looked back. Now she’s lucky enough to be a quilt instructor and Certified Teacher for each Scrappy Appliqué™ as well as Color Confidence for Quilters™. She loves teaching at quilting guilds\, quilt shops\, and to individuals looking to learn new and unique techniques. \n         \n​ \n 
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/lecture-scrappy-applique-with-kristie-naranjo/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church of Granada Hills\, 10400 Zelzah Ave\, Porter Ranch\, 91326\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
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SUMMARY:Local Sleep-at-Home Retreat\, Sept 27-29\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Three days of uninterrupted\, non-stop sewing at Quilty Pleasures!\nYou’ll enjoy the comfort of sleeping in your own bed each night!  And the camaraderie of friends and fellow quilters to inspire and motivate you to make progress on your projects. \nIt’s our third local retreat at Quilty Pleasures in Simi Valley this year. You’ll be able to sew from sun up to sun down (a little exaggeration\, but all morning\, afternoon\, and night)\, and there’s plenty of restaurants and food options within walking distance in the Town Center ~ or you can bring your own food. \n$50 for three days of sewing Friday through Sunday.
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/local-sleep-at-home-retreat-sept-27-29-2024/
LOCATION:Quilty Pleasures\, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20240330T213403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T213403Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Yvonne Phenicie\, "This is Me (& My Quilts)"
DESCRIPTION:Yvonne\, of Inspire Quilts\, hails from Northern California\, Colusa to be exact.  She will share her passion for quilting and about her quilt teaching journey.  She specializes in Challenge Quilts\, round robins\, block exchanges\, and all the different things you can do with them.  She’ll be bringing 25-30 quilts with her to share.   Her most popular workshop is her Ombre Bargello\, which she will be teaching us the day before her lecture.   Yvonne is also a Sew Kind of Wonderful certified teacher\, so she teaches their patterns and how to use their Quick Curve Ruler\, Metro Twist. \n               
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/lecture-yvonne-phenicie-this-is-me-my-quilts/
LOCATION:Wilkinson Senior Center\, 8956 Vanalden St\, Northridge\, CA\, 91324\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20240228T215827Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:   Art Quilts Demystified with Sue Rasmussen
DESCRIPTION:Sue\, a charter member of our Association\, has been quilting 50 years since she was in high school. Sue’s first hundred quilts were mostly traditional until she was exposed to art quilt teachers and friends who suggested trying different techniques in her quilting. \nSue is a professional and international Quilt Teacher\, giving lectures and workshops throughout the USA and abroad. Sue has produced an extensive and varied body of work\, including hundreds of quilts\, quilt art\, and quilted clothing\, many having been nationally exhibited. \nThis presentation by Sue will follow her quilts from traditional to art quilts\, talking about ways to bridge that gap that we all think as we say to ourselves “Oh- I can’t do that” or “I don’t make art quilts”.  Sue will share dozens of her quilts\, where you can see first-hand and in person all the assorted uses of fabrics using many different techniques. \n       
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/lecture-art-quilts-demystified-with-sue-rasmussen/
LOCATION:Wilkinson Senior Center\, 8956 Vanalden St\, Northridge\, CA\, 91324\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240811T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20240113T190454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240113T190454Z
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SUMMARY:August 11\, 2024 Sunday Sew Day
DESCRIPTION:Since we don’t have an official workshop scheduled for this month\, we’ve set up a Sunday Sew Day at Sewing Machine Warehouse for Sunday\, August 11\, 2024\, from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The cost is $15. \nBring your UFO’s\, projects for holiday gifts or upcoming boutiques or quilt shows\, any projects that might be giving you grief that you need a second opinion on\, or just come for the company. After all\, part of the fun of being a quilter is the camaraderie we experience while sewing together. \nBecause seating is limited\, you’ll want to grab your spot soon before it fills up.
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/august-11-2024-sunday-sew-day/
LOCATION:Sewing Machine Warehouse\, 16214 Nordhoff St\, Northridge\, CA\, 91343\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20240620T060024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T060024Z
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SUMMARY:Sewing Machine Maintenance Basics with Tim Brown of Kingdom Sewing
DESCRIPTION:Tim Brown of Kingdom Sewing Machine Center in Simi Valley is teaching a basic sewing machine maintenance workshop.  This workshop is for all machines \nTim bought Kingdom Sewing in Northridge back in the 80’s when they sold mainly vacuums\, but he started to sell more sewing machines than vacuums which is still the case today. He opened the second store in Simi Valley about 20 years ago. He has since sold the original Northridge store to an employee several years ago and now devotes his time just to the Simi Valley store\, selling machines\, sewing furniture\, offering classes\, and going to shows to promote his business. \nAbout ten years ago Tim gave a seminar to the Modern Quilt Guild and continues to give maintenance workshops in his shop and other sites. \nFor this workshop\, you will bring your own sewing machine to work on in class.  Enrollment limit: 15
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/sewing-machine-maintenance-basics-with-tim-brown-of-kingdom-sewing/
LOCATION:Kingdom Sewing & Vacuum Center\, 1790 E Los Angeles Ave Unit D\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93065\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20230216T030824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T201921Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Retreat:  Vina de Lestonnac Retreat Center\, Temecula\, CA
DESCRIPTION:San Fernando Valley Quilt Association – THIRD annual retreat is set for Thursday\, June 20 – Sunday\, June 23\, 2024 at the Vina de Lestonnac Retreat Center in Temecula. This is a great opportunity to be with friends as you work on your own unfinished projects or begin something new. Enjoy days and nights of uninterrupted sewing\, good friends and delicious food. Your biggest challenge will be deciding what to bring and making sure you have everything you need! You have the choice of attending 3 or 4 days.  Vina de Lestonnac is always a beautiful place to sit outside\, read a book\, observe the hot air balloons\, take a walk\, watch a sunset\, visit with friends\, and SEW . . . SEW . . . SEW \nREGISTER NOW – The retreat fills up quickly!  We have 3 and 4 day options available\, as well as single and double occupancy rooms.  Email Melanie Jocson (current SFVQA President) for more information about pricing at: melaniejocson@att.net \nSpaces are still open for guild and non-guild members. \n                                         \n                                                        
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/annual-retreat-vina-de-lestonnac-retreat-center-temecula-ca/
LOCATION:Vina de Lestonnac Retreat Center\, 39300 De Portola Rd\, Temecula\, CA\, 92592\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240610T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20240217T005932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T183004Z
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SUMMARY:Julie\, Melanie\, & Sandy's Excellent France Quilt Tour Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Installation of officers followed by talk by Julie\, Melanie\, and Sandy describing the World of Quilts tour they took last September to France to the European Patchwork Meeting and other textile points of interest. \nMore details to come! \n                    
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/julie-melanie-sandys-excellent-france-quilt-tour-adventure/
LOCATION:Wilkinson Senior Center\, 8956 Vanalden St\, Northridge\, CA\, 91324\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20240217T004733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T183043Z
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SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social/Elections
DESCRIPTION:Officer elections and an evening of socializing.  Details TBD.
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/ice-cream-social-elections/
LOCATION:Wilkinson Senior Center\, 8956 Vanalden St\, Northridge\, CA\, 91324\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20240216T025457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240707T010321Z
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SUMMARY:Local Sleep at Home Retreat at QP\, April 19-21\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:How would you like three days of uninterrupted\, non-stop sewing without the hassle and expense of driving or flying to a distant city? Or having to clean your project off the dining room table each night at home? \nNot only that\, but you’ll have the comfort of sleeping in your own bed each night! And the camaraderie of friends and fellow quilters to inspire and motivate you to make progress on your projects. \nWell\, here’s your opportunity! This is the first of three Local Retreats for 2024 at Quilty Pleasures in Simi Valley. You’ll be able to sew from sun up to sun down (a little exaggeration\, but all morning\, afternoon\, and night)\, and there’s plenty of restaurants and food options within walking distance in the Town Center ~ or you can bring your own food. \n$50 for three days of sewing Friday\, April 19 through Sunday\, April 21\, 2024.
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/local-sleep-at-home-retreat-at-qp-april-19-21-2024/
LOCATION:Quilty Pleasures\, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240407T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240407T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20240107T220156Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop:  Cathedral Windows with Shelley Swanland
DESCRIPTION:For twenty years\, Shelley has been creating Cathedral Window Quilts entirely by machine.  In this workshop you will learn to make a Cathedral Window quilt completely by machine using three-dimensional piecing.  First you will learn the basic elements: squares\, triangles\, and an X and O block.  Then we will put it all together in the Cathedral Window section.  Quilting it will be thoroughly explained. \nYou will also need to purchase a pattern for this class for $5.00 at the time of registration.  You may provide your own fabric\, or fabric kits will be available the day of the workshop from Shelley for an additional $15.00\,  A materials list and more cutting information will be provided upon registration. \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/workshop-cathedral-windows-with-shelley-swanland/
LOCATION:Quilty Pleasures\, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20230925T194136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T215943Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom Lecture:  Lilo Bowman\, "Love Where You Create:  It's not a One Size Fits All Solution"
DESCRIPTION:Lilo Bowman has worked as a floral designer\, translator\, tour guide\, wedding planner\, and is now editor-in-chief of TheQuiltShow.com. Her work has been varied\, often challenging\, but always creative. Since early childhood\, she has been instilled with the desire for and love of doing something with your hands\, learned by observing the varied and beautiful items crafted by both of her grandmothers. Raised in a German culture\, Lilo was always keenly aware of and fascinated with objects (whether utilitarian or decorative) that were attractively displayed while still being orderly. \nOne of Lilo’s greatest joys is helping others organize and build a creative space that they absolutely love.  So…are you overwhelmed by all the stuff that seems to be taking over but don’t know how to bring back order?  If your current situation isn’t functioning — it might be time to hit the refresh button.  Learn how to build a creative place that works for you\, your space\, your budget and where you are right now.  Her lecture will offer real studio situations and insights on how to gain control over all the stuff that has taken over YOUR space.  So whether your studio is large or small\, Lilo has ideas for you!
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/zoom-lecture-love-where-you-create-its-not-a-one-size-fits-all-solution/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240226
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
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SUMMARY:Local Sleep At Home Retreat at Quilty Pleasures
DESCRIPTION:How would you like three days of uninterrupted\, non-stop sewing without the hassle and expense of driving or flying to a distant city?  Or having to clean your project off the dining room table each night at home? \nNot only that\, but you’ll have the comfort of sleeping in your own bed each night!  And the camaraderie of friends and fellow quilters to inspire and motivate you to make progress on your projects! \nWell\, here’s your opportunity!  This is the first of three Local Retreats for 2024 at Quilty Pleasures in Simi Valley.  You’ll be able to sew from sun up to sun down (a little exaggeration\, but all morning\, afternoon\, and night)\, and there’s plenty of restaurants and food options within walking distance in the Town Center ~ or  you can bring your own food. \n$50 for three days of sewing Friday\, February 23 through Sunday\, February 25\, 2024.
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/local-sleep-at-home-retreat-at-quilty-pleasures/
LOCATION:Quilty Pleasures\, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20231102T215151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T215325Z
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SUMMARY:Speaker:  California Heritage Quilt Project
DESCRIPTION:The mission of the California Heritage Quilt Project was established at its inception in 1984 and remains relevant to this day.  Its mission is:  to seek out and record the history of California quilts and quiltmakers; to foster conservation and preservation of California’s quilt heritage; to increase public awareness and appreciation of quilts; and to encourage the art of quilt making. \nCHQP was very active from 1984 thorugh 2014.  Its previous Board President\, Stephanie Kenney\, kept the organization viable during a time of waning interest\, and she continued its mission on several fronts.  Arlene Stevens\, who will our speaker this evening\, and Rebecca Blosser joined the Board in September 2021\, and now new Board members have been found statewide to further the goals of the CHQP. \nThe California Heritage Quilt Project has been revived and is looking forward to continuing the mission established in 1984.  They are honoring the work of the past and the projects that were so successful\, such as the quilt documentation\, oral histories\, and the children’s teaching program.  They have recently joined the Quilt Index in order to introduce the world to amazing quilts made in or brought to California.  The Quilt Index\, an open access\, digital repository\, shares images\, stories\, and information about quilts and their makers. \nJoin Arlene Stevens\, the current president of CHQP\, on zoom this evening to learn more about this amazing organization and their work. \nTheir website:  https://chqp.org/home \n                           \n\n 
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/speaker-california-heritage-quilt-project/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20231102T193047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T193047Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Party 2023
DESCRIPTION:OUR HOLIDAY BASH IS HAPPENING MONDAY\, DECEMBER 11\, 2023\n\nCost:  $35\nLocation: St James Presbyterian Church\, where we’ve been the last few months:  19414 Ventura Blvd.\, Tarzana 91356\nStart time: 6:30 p.m.\nMenu: Stonefire Grill\nMore options this year! Garlic Pepper Tri tip\, Mesquite BBQ chicken breast\, BBQ chopped salad w/ avocado (vegetarian)\, Garlic mashed potatoes (vegetarian)\, Marinara pasta (vegetarian)\, Roasted vegetables (vegetarian)\, andFreshly baked bread sticks.\nDessert: Pot Luck ~ Bring your favorite holiday treat or cookies to share\n\nTo make a reservation:\n \n\nMail $35 check made to SFVQA\, mail to: Melanie Jocson\, 8915 Gladbeck Ave\, Northridge 91324\nPay online here (must be logged in to pay)\nRegistration deadline is December 4\, 2024\nNo registration at the door\n\nParty activities and fun! \n\nRaffle baskets (mini-groups\, can you donate one?)\nFat Quarter exchange (bring one!)\nCharitable sock donation (bring a pair or two or three)\nBring a dessert to share\nPrize for Most Festive Holiday Attire\nGame Time! Left\, Right & Center – bring 3 fat quarters to play\nGoodies from local fabric stores\n\nHappy holidays my friends\, and we look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/holiday-party-2023/
LOCATION:St. James Presbyterian Church\, 19414 Ventura Blvd\, Tarzana\, CA\, 91356\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20230719T195832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T071009Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Sew Day - November 12\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Since we don’t have an official workshop scheduled for this month\, we’ve set up a Sunday Sew Day at Quilty Pleasures for Sunday\, November 12\, 2023\, from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.  The cost is $15. \nBring your UFO’s\, projects for holiday gifts or next year’s Boutique\, any projects that might be giving you grief that you need a second opinion on\, or just come for the company.  After all\, part of the fun of being a quilter is the camaraderie we experience while sewing together. \nBecause seating is limited\, you’ll want to grab your spot soon before it fills up. \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/sunday-sew-day-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Quilty Pleasures\, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20230825T004235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T004235Z
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SUMMARY:Quilting in the Valley Fall Boutique 2023
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the San Fernando Valley Quilt Association and Valley Quiltmakers Guild \nThis is an indoor event featuring a variety of vendors and unique handmade craft items.  There will be something for everyone!  Table runners\, quilts\, holiday items\, jewelry\, kitchen items\, decorations\, coasters\, fabric bowls\, bags\, sewing items\, and more.  Come see for yourself. \nLocation:  Northridge United Methodist Church\, 9650 Reseda Blvd.\, Northridge\, CA  91324
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/quilting-in-the-valley-fall-boutique-2023/
LOCATION:Northridge United Methodist Church\, 9650 Reseda Blvd.\, Northridge\, CA\, 91324\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20221025T172842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T202515Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Linda Sullivan\, "Got Colour?"
DESCRIPTION:Linda loves color and creating colorful contemporary quilt designs.  With over 22 years as a professional designer and quilt maker\, she is passionate about bold\, bright colors\, mid-century modern art\, and contemporary design.  In Linda’s lecture\, she will show you how to boost your color confidence and use every color of the rainbow in your quilts.  She will discuss the basics of color theory\, demonstrate color concepts\, and how to create and combine dynamic color palettes. \n           
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/lecture-linda-sullivan-got-colour/
LOCATION:St. James Presbyterian Church\, 19414 Ventura Blvd\, Tarzana\, CA\, 91356\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20221025T171325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T202715Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Kim Brownell\, "Wacky Fusion"
DESCRIPTION:Kim is known as the Wackydoodle Quilter due to her easy-going whimsical style.  Her work gravitates towards animals\, nature scenes\, and bright colors with techniques that include and blend fabric collage\, free-form art quilts and raw edge applique.  She has been quilting since 1993.  Her lecture will teach ideas on how to approach quilt challenges\, where to find them and why you should participate.  There will also be a trunk show of her quilts. \n           
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/lecture-kim-brownell-wacky-fusion/
LOCATION:St. James Presbyterian Church\, 19414 Ventura Blvd\, Tarzana\, CA\, 91356\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230910T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230910T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20230531T030724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T030900Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop:  Quilted Jigsaw Puzzle Technique by Kim Brownell
DESCRIPTION:Using the quilted Jigsaw Puzzle technique\, students can combine two hobbies\, because it is very much like piecing together a jigsaw puzzle.  A raw-edge fusible applique is used\, leaving a negative space between each piece.  The background fabric can be in any color\, but if black is used\, the piece will have a wonderful stained glass look.  This is a fun class for both beginner and experienced quilters.   \nStudents will have a choice of two Quilted Jigsaw projects\, the sunset or the mountain landscape. A kit is required for whichever one you choose – at a cost of $25\, which includes the pattern\, one yard of Pellon Wonder Under and the pre-traced black background fabric. Student supplies their own design fabrics. The projects measure approximately 11″ x 20″.
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/workshop-quilted-jigsaw-puzzle-technique-by-kim-brownell/
LOCATION:Quilty Pleasures\, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230820T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20230719T001538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T001538Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop:  Alaska Ruler Quilt Center with Paul Neumann
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on making the center part of the Alaska Ruler Quilt (see below for photo of full quilt pattern)\, consisting of nine 9″ blocks.  With one border\, this wall quilt will measure 31″ square when finished. \nThere are three kinds of blocks in the pattern.  In the workshop\, you will focus and complete at least one of each of the three unique blocks that can be utilized in so many different quilt designs.  The pattern utilizes the Creative Grids Alaska Ruler (which will be available for sale at Quilty Pleasures); however\, Paul will provide paper templates for those who do not wish to buy one.  This project uses six fat quarters and one more for the 2″ border. \n\nFull quilt pattern – in this workshop you’ll be making the center part only. \n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/workshop-alaska-ruler-quilt-center-with-paul-neumann/
LOCATION:Quilty Pleasures\, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230814T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20230125T065520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T202425Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Rachel Clark:  "Ethnically Inspired Garments"
DESCRIPTION:Rachel is a contemporary fiber and folk artist who comes from a long line of family who sew\, starting with her great-grandmother. She has been doing wearable art since 1973. Eclectic fabric mixes\, vibrant designs and color and a keen sense of humor characterize Rachel’s work. While her garments and quilts can be whimsical\, political or a personal statement\, they always reflect her love of traditional quilt making. Rachel’s lecture shows these exciting and colorful garments in a contemporary manner. Rachel has done many one woman shows around the country and has been featured in various gallery shows. \n       
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/lecture-rachel-clark-ethnically-inspired-garments/
LOCATION:St. James Presbyterian Church\, 19414 Ventura Blvd\, Tarzana\, CA\, 91356\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20230308T172613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T062917Z
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SUMMARY:Speaker:  Paul Neumann\, SFVQA member\, "Piecing a Life Together"
DESCRIPTION:Paul is our in-house speaker for the June meeting.  He will be sharing his quilt journey with a talk titled\, “Piecing a Life Together.” Paul is honored to be asked to speak to the guild. He was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley\, graduated Cleveland High School in 1975\, and graduated CSUN Summa cum laude in 2014 with a teaching credential. He credits his mom with a love for crafting\, but didn’t get his own sewing machine until 23 years ago. Sewing a quilt was a dare to himself\, but he soon realized he needed classes to become more proficient. After all\, YouTube tutorials didn’t exist back then!  Nonetheless\, even with full time work\, Paul has created a large number of quilts in a number of wide ranging styles and techniques. He has a special fondness for red and white quilts\, civil war reproductions\, paper piecing\, and collecting Featherweights! He looks forward to sharing lessons learned in making quilts and sharing some of his opus from over the years. \nAs a special fund raiser for the guild\, he is raffling one of his white Singer Featherweights that night. Come and win your very own incomparable Singer Featherweight!\n \nGuests are welcome with a $5 fee for attendance. \nPaper Pieced Star quilt by Paul:\n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/speaker-paul-neuman-sfvqa-member/
LOCATION:Lifehouse Church Northridge\, 18355 Roscoe Blvd\, Northridge\, CA\, 91325\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230508T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20230322T071255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T071357Z
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SUMMARY:SFVQA Birthday Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Ice Cream Social in May!  It will be a night of socializing and fun \nWe’ll celebrate the election of new board members\, thank the outgoing board for their service\, and commemorate the Association’s 32nd anniversary.   Frances (our April speaker) is bringing her Red Cross teddy bear project for us to help with.   At this meeting\, we’ll have a chance to take stock of where the Association is and where it is going. You’ll be encouraged to give input on future lectures and workshops\, as well as giving suggestions for fundraising\, ways to increase membership\, and what we can do to stay within our budget. Come with ideas and suggestions and be ready to party!\n 
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/sfvqa-birthday-meeting/
LOCATION:Lifehouse Church Northridge\, 18355 Roscoe Blvd\, Northridge\, CA\, 91325\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T145920
CREATED:20221025T005527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T200052Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  April Sproule\, "Making Your Mark with Textiles"
DESCRIPTION:April Sproule is an artist who loves to work with textiles.  With a strong background in design\, sewing\, and quilting\, she has been a full-time award-winning studio artist at Sproule Studios for many years.  In her workshops\, she has a knack for making even the most difficult tasks seem simple as she leads students through a progression of techniques for painting and embellishing textiles.  She shares her personal treasure trove of sewing and design skills while strongly encouraging participants to develop their own unique creative style.  Through her exuberant and supportive teaching style\, your sewing repertoire will be elevated to a new level.  In her lecture\, April presents ways to develop and add interest to textile art.  Creativity can greatly enhance life.  She shows that you can wear your art\, carry things in it or let it grace your home with beauty.  Her lecture will include a collection of upcycled wearable art\, art tech satchels\, and block printed work. \n           
URL:https://www.sfvqa.net/event/lecture-april-sproule-making-your-mark-with-textiles/
LOCATION:Zoom
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