Frost Valley’s

12th Annual Quilting Weekend

upload this year's Quilting Brochure and registration form here (pdf)  

Among our many talented instructors is this year's featured instuctor, Bob Silverman.  Below are a list of the classes and descriptions.

Instructor: Bob Silverman Class: Kimonos A paper-pieced pattern designed by Betty Blais. In this class students will be focusing on the paper piecing techniques. Previous experience is not necessary to join this class. There will be a $10 additional charge to cover the cost of the pattern which you will take with you in the end. You can learn more about Bob, and his partner Jim through their website at www.quiltstock.com.

Instructor: Katharina Litchman
Class: Art Quilting for Beginners
Free form composition, we create our very own design as we go. Take a break from patterns and find out just how imaginative you are - you will be amazed. We cut fabrics free form and use different textures. You may call this a fabric collage that becomes a beautiful quilted and artistic wall-hanging.

Instructor: Kris Driessen
Class: Spit Spot on the Dot
Join Kris as she presents another one of her famous mysteries. Or should we say infamous? This mystery is called Spit Spot, and the lap sized (62” x 62) quilt will weave it’s way into your heart by featuring your favorite large scale fabrics. As always, you will be learning new tips and tricks while trying out new techniques to make this quilt your own.

Instructor: Sherry Sega
Class: Not Just a Hobo
Make as a gift or for yourself these quilted bags go beyond the basic hobo. Techniques and tips to create a polished, professional appeal for bags of various sizes and styles. Patterns provided-bring hardware and embellishments. Cording, zippers and quilted bag accessories plus much more.
Vendors will have kits and extras available for this class.
Questions? Please email ssega@midtel.net or call 518-287-1545

Instructor: Kathleen Davies
Class: Stained Glass Applique
Stained glass applique is a technique in which bias tape is used to cover the raw edges of the fabric pieces, instead of turning them under as in traditional applique. In this workshop you will construct a panel (smaller than 11” x 17”) that can be used as a wall hanging, a pillow cover, or as the center of a small medallion quilt. You will choose from four available patterns which range from very easy to fairly difficult, using fabrics of your choice. All work will be done by hand. The goal will be to have a nearly completed top by the end of the class. If time permits you can start quilting your panel.

Instructor: Anne Foland
Class: Triple Irish Chain
Triple Irish Chain is a spectacular example of strip piecing. Four fabrics--a main and three complementaries--form squares that dazzle the eye. Students will learn the art of analyzing print fabrics to discover the many shades and colors within. This pattern also reinforces accuracy in one of the basic skills of quilting. Students will construct a wall hanging, table topper, lap quilt or pillow tops.
A Mini Workshop, about 45 minutes, on Hand Quilting will also be included during the weekend, as requested by previous Frost Valley participants.

Frost Valley YMCA is a conference, camping, environmental education and family center located on 6,000 acres in the heart of New York State’s Catskill Mountains. Pristine forests, rolling meadows and cascading mountain streams provide a beautiful backdrop to the comfortable lodging, dining and program facilities at Frost Valley YMCA. Caring staff and instructors will make you feel right at home.

For more information, please contact:

(845) 985-2291 ext.205