Set Up
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"Nests" of 5-6 "robins" with one "mama bird" for the duration.
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Participants will choose a “signature” fabric at the outset to use at least once in each round.
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Participants will use their signature fabric and other fabrics in any modern style they want, to each quilt top they receive until desired size is reached.
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Each participant should add something to every quilt top in their group at least once and always include their signature fabric.
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Participants will always pass the quilt top to the same person.
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Increase overall quilt size by at least 3.5" per round.
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Completed tops will be showcased at the November meeting.
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Email photo of your work to guild email to be included in prize drawing.
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Progress should be kept hidden/secret from the original quilter until the end.
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Include a note to send with your original block that has your name, email, IG handle if you have one, and any notes about your inspiration, color preferences, and vibe you are going for.
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Rules
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Modern, quilt shop quality cotton/linen fabrics (JoAnn, Michael's, and Hobby Lobby fabrics are not suitable for this game).
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No batiks, children's novelty prints, traditional fabrics (e.g. reproduction, feedsack, calico, vintage florals, etc.) Not sure? Ask your nest or don't use it.
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If noted, do not use fabric colors the participant doesn’t like.
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Wall hanging to lap size (24x24" - 44x44") (Pay attention to the shape participant has indicated)
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Must include signature fabric in each round. (Do not swap them out between rounds.)
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May add to one, two, three, or all sides of the quilt.
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Use good sewing techniques. (Quarter inch seams, press instead of iron, etc.)
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Do not square up between rounds.
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Communicate with your "mama bird" if you will be absent during a pass.
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Do not post on social media during rounds.
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Email photo of your work by midnight of Friday before guild meeting to be included in prize drawing.
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6 Rounds
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February - Round 1
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Groups assigned
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Mama bird will reach out and establish pecking order.
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Each participant makes a 12-16" origin block that includes their signature fabric. (Does not have to be square or a traditional block).
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Email guild for prize drawing by midnight 3/10/23
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Feel free to post your signature fabric choice.
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Because it's your block, you can post this round on social media, BUT this will not count for the prize drawing. Use #stlmqgRR23
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Prize (awarded in March): Inspiring Improv by Nicholas Ball
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March - Round 2
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All participants bring their origin block to the guild meeting to commence 1st pass.
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Email guild by midnight 5/12/23 for prize drawing. (DO NOT POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA)
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Prize(awarded in May): $25 Jackman’s gift card
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May - Round 3
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All participants bring the current quilt top to the guild meeting to commence 2nd pass.
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Do not let the original quilter see progress on their top.
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Email guild by midnight 6/9/23 for prize drawing. (DO NOT POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA).
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Prize (awarded in June): $25 Heyde gift card
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June - Round 4
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All participants bring the current quilt top to the guild meeting to commence 3rd pass.
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Do not let the original quilter see progress on their top.
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Email guild by midnight 8/11/23 for prize drawing. (DO NOT POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA).
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Prize (awarded in August): Quilt Improv Book
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August - Round 5
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All participants bring the current quilt top to the guild meeting to commence 4th pass.
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Do not let the original quilter see progress on their top.
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Email guild by midnight 10/13/23 for prize drawing. (DO NOT POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA).
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Prize (awarded in October): $30 City Sewing Room gift card
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October - Round 6
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All participants bring the current quilt top to the guild meeting to commence final pass.
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Do not let the original quilter see progress on their top.
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Email guild by midnight 11/10/23 for prize drawing. (DO NOT POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA).
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Prize (awarded in November): Reverie FQ bundle
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November - Finale
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All participants bring the current quilt top to the guild meeting to return to the original quilter.
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Share final pieces during the showcase.
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Grand prize for those who submit pics on time for each round to stlmqg@gmail.com.
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Share finished pieces on social media and tag us!
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@stlmqg
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#stlmqgRR23
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Goals
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To create patchwork that is in line with the modern aesthetic.
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To challenge participants to experiment and create work outside of their comfort zone. We are not shooting for the look of a traditional sampler. Get creative!
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To help quilters practice their design and composition skills.
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To practice good techniques and improve foundational skills.
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To create something lovely that the original quilter will hopefully enjoy. This is not the activity for cutting corners or shoddy workmanship. Do your best work!
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INSPIRATION
We have included several examples of directions you could take your patchwork; ranging from precise piecing to improv to wonky and abstract.
