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Nimble Fingers Quilters
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Sit & Sew: April 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (In Person)
Join fellow guild members for a few hours of sewing and conversation. The guild provides tables, extension cords, ironing stations, and a cutting table. You decide whether to bring handwork or your sewing machine.
Not sure what to work on? The Quilting for Others team will have pillowcase kits and quilt top kits, as well as various tasks such as ironing washed pillowcases, sewing binding, or sandwiching quilts. Bring a beverage, snack/lunch, and a chair cushion.
ALSO: We'll be collecting items for Quilt Bingo. Please bring any items that would be good for a raffle basket, grab bag, or door prize. You can sponsor a basket or simply contribute items. Gift certificates from your favorite stores are also welcome.
We have scheduled additional sessions to prepare for Quilt Bingo on April 29 and May 13. See the calendar for details.
Join fellow guild members for a few hours of sewing and conversation. The guild provides tables, extension cords, ironing stations, and a cutting table. You decide whether to bring handwork or your sewing machine.
Not sure what to work on? The Quilting for Others team will have pillowcase kits and quilt top kits, as well as various tasks such as ironing washed pillowcases, sewing binding, or sandwiching quilts. Bring a beverage, snack/lunch, and a chair cushion.
ALSO: We'll be collecting items for Quilt Bingo. Please bring any items that would be good for a raffle basket, grab bag, or door prize. You can sponsor a basket or simply contribute items. Gift certificates from your favorite stores are also welcome.
We have scheduled additional sessions to prepare for Quilt Bingo on April 29 and May 13. See the calendar for details.
Guild Meeting: May 6, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (Hybrid)
Candy Grisham, "Reimagined Dresden Blocks & Quilts"
Candyce (Candy) Grisham is a quilter and fabric artist who loves bright fabrics with prints and describes her works as “traditional with a twist.” This program explores the Dresden quilt through a contemporary lens, blending tradition with modern design. Using the iconic Dresden plate as a starting point, the presentation highlights innovative block constructions, fresh color palettes, negative space, and unconventional layouts that give new life to a classic form.
Details and Zoom link here. Doors and Zoom open at 9:30 a.m. Business meeting starts at 10:00 a.m., followed by the lecture. Show-and-tell follows the lecture.
Candy Grisham, "Reimagined Dresden Blocks & Quilts"
Candyce (Candy) Grisham is a quilter and fabric artist who loves bright fabrics with prints and describes her works as “traditional with a twist.” This program explores the Dresden quilt through a contemporary lens, blending tradition with modern design. Using the iconic Dresden plate as a starting point, the presentation highlights innovative block constructions, fresh color palettes, negative space, and unconventional layouts that give new life to a classic form.
Details and Zoom link here. Doors and Zoom open at 9:30 a.m. Business meeting starts at 10:00 a.m., followed by the lecture. Show-and-tell follows the lecture.
Workshop: May 7, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. (In Person)
Candy Grisham, "Dresden Springtime"
Join Candy Grisham for a 6-hour workshop where you create your own flower garden from Dresden blocks. In this class, we will make a few plates, learn different edge and piecing techniques, explore colors and layout, make bias or raw edged stems, and create our own “gardens.” Ideal for making just a few plates. Use your favorite “flower” fabrics—prints or solids. Use a solid background or piece one. Appliqué can be done by hand or machine. Lots of choices, but unique and fun! Remember this could also be fall, winter or summer. It’s your garden. Details and supply list here.
Register today with SignupGenius or by bringing cash, check, or credit card to a guild meeting before April 15. After April 15, we'll open the workshop to non-guild members.
Candy Grisham, "Dresden Springtime"
Join Candy Grisham for a 6-hour workshop where you create your own flower garden from Dresden blocks. In this class, we will make a few plates, learn different edge and piecing techniques, explore colors and layout, make bias or raw edged stems, and create our own “gardens.” Ideal for making just a few plates. Use your favorite “flower” fabrics—prints or solids. Use a solid background or piece one. Appliqué can be done by hand or machine. Lots of choices, but unique and fun! Remember this could also be fall, winter or summer. It’s your garden. Details and supply list here.
Register today with SignupGenius or by bringing cash, check, or credit card to a guild meeting before April 15. After April 15, we'll open the workshop to non-guild members.
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Quilt Bingo
Saturday, May 16, 2026 Mark your calendars! Doors open at 4:00 p.m., Bingo starts at 6:00 p.m. The venue is Frederick Moose Lodge, 828 E Patrick St, Frederick, MD 21701. We'll have 20 regular games, 4 specials, plus raffle baskets, grab bags, 50/50 boards, and all the fun you can imagine! The Moose Lodge will sell food and have a cash bar for soft drinks, wine, and beer. For more details and ticket info, click here. Members are encouraged to donate items for the raffle baskets and grab bags. You can register your items for raffle baskets at our SignupGenius page. |
Since 1974, Nimble Fingers Quilters has been a place for quilters to learn about the craft, share in a community, and use our skills to serve others. With more than 100 members, our guild meets regularly to hear speakers, work on service projects, participate in workshops, and attend retreats. Find out more about us, attend a meeting or sit-and-sew, or become a member.
Nimble Fingers Quilters, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with tax-exempt status in Maryland.
Nimble Fingers Quilters, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with tax-exempt status in Maryland.
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