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Modern Quilt Along–A 2017 Series

 

Modern Quilt Along

This year for our quilting series we have decided to do something completely different. One day in the car while eating our “business lunch” (because the restaurant was too freezing) we started talking about and finalized this Modern Quilt Along series in a matter of minutes. And we are both so excited about it! It is a topic that both liZ and I are super interested in, so why not make a series about it? And then you can join us too—because in quilting, the more the merrier!

And so for 2017 we will be learning about and studying all the different creative aspects of the Modern Quilting movement. What they say began as a side comment on The Martha Stewart Living Show to Denyse Schmidt about her “chic, modernist aesthetic” and had its foundings in flickr groups–has now become a circle of quilters who describe themselves as modern quilters. And the movement has been a phenomenal one!

Here is the definition the Modern Quilt Guild gives:

“Modern quilts are primarily functional and inspired by modern design. Modern quilters work in different styles and define modern quilting in different ways, but several characteristics often appear which may help identify a modern quilt. These include, but are not limited to: the use of bold colors and prints, high contrast and graphic areas of solid color, improvisational piecing, minimalism, expansive negative space, and alternate grid work. “Modern traditionalism” or the updating of classic quilt designs is also often seen in modern quilting.” ~Modern Quilt Guild

So for each month of 2017 we will be focusing on a different aspect of that modern quilting definition (not that it has to follow the rules exactly because that is the beauty of modern quilting—rules are meant to be broken) and making quilts based on each of the themes in the definition of modern quilting, and we would ABSOLUTELY LOVE for you to join us.

Each month we will announce the theme, show some different examples of quilts made depicting that theme and then turn us all loose to create a quilt or mini quilt (or pillow, or bag, whatever you want!) in the way that you interpret the theme.  And we can not wait to see what you come up with! You will be able to link up your creation in a link-up party that will happen throughout the month.

Here is the schedule that we will follow if you’d like to print it out and put it up on your sewing space wall…

Modern Quilt Along Schedule

 

Would you like to join us?  We’d love to know who is in….if you will leave us a comment below…..we will get ready for February’s quilting party! It starts the first Wednesday in February!!!

~Elizabeth

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  6. Geraldine says

    Would love to join in
    A messy house move in progress so I’ll be seeing as and when I can
    Thank you

  18. Susan Grancio says

    A great idea! I will participate when I can, as I am determined to clear up some of my backlog and not start quite so many new projects in 2017..

  19. Sherry says

    Sounds like fun. I already consider myself a modern quilter and belong to a modern quilt group (not affiliated with The MQG). I don’t know if I will be able to keep up with a project every month but will try to participate.

  25. Racine Linville says

    Starting even MORE new projects – hummm, probably shouldn’t… but what a wonderful way to explore the Modern side of quilting. I think I might be in!

  52. Donna says

    Oh yes I am loving modern, no rules, want to join in and learn more things modern, thanks.

  54. Shaireen says

    I’ ve never done a modern quilt before so this should be a lot of fun. Looking forward to it.

  62. Beth LaMotte says

    Let’s do this. So much for my New Years resolution which is (was) to finish a project before starting a new one!

  66. Linda Schiffer says

    I do think I’d like to do this. Good chance to make small quilts for my modern guild’s Quilt Bingo in the fall.

    😉 Linda

  80. Susan says

    I’ve been a quilter since 1979, and I’m ready for some new inspiration. Thanks for a fun opportunity to taste the modern style!

  86. Pippa says

    I’m a modern quilter in that I don’t follow too many rules but I don’t love the style of modern quilts designs, to be honest!
    I’m joining to get an appreciation….. Possibly learn to love?

  87. Ellwn says

    I want in, MQ looks so fresh ND crisp, and I feel stuck in what I’ve been doing for years, so count me in!

  89. Deanna says

    I would love to join in. Is there a particular way to sign up? And is there anything I can help with or sponsor a prize or giveaway for it. Fantastic idea!!!

  95. Claudia Lundquist says

    This sounds like a great resource/opportunity for those of us who want to be modern quilters but still don’t really know how to do it. Thank you, I’m in.

  116. Tamra says

    I’ve never done a quilt along…very excited to try as I love the modern quilting trend in design!

  147. Mona Triplett says

    Is it too late? Id like to join in on the fun! Thanks for any direction on what to do next.

  148. Debbie Gruenbacher says

    I am in if you can teach an old dog new tricks! Looking forward to trying this new direction of quilting.

  156. Nancy McKee says

    Just caught this and I would love to join even though I’m a little behind. I can catch up though!

  161. Vivian says

    Hi, I had been following along on this one and liked it for the introduction to various modern quilting concepts. However, as far as I can see the last topic on “Grids” was never posted for November. I’ve searched the site for the “Modern Quilt Along” but don’t see it — did I miss it or did you decide to reschedule it for after the holidays?