Workshops
COMING UP:
Emily Taylor : Collage Quilting
Thursday October 14, 2026 9:30 AM- 3:30 PM
Doors will open at 9:00 AM
Location: Covenant Presbyterian Church
400 Lancaster Ave., Malvern, PA
When you enter the property, park in the lot near the blue playground equipment, and enter through the door nearest the playground. The classroom is on the lower level and there is an elevator in the building.
Fee: $60 (payable to Calico Cutters) + kit ordered from website
As an artist, Emily turned to collage as a way to blend quilting and art. To make it easy for us, she has developed unique patterns printed in shades of gray that allows a quilter to use a lot of different fabrics in a variation of patterns and values to create a collage. Her ‘parchment piecing’ technique is not difficult -- it uses small pieces of fabric to build a fusible design that can be added to a quilt, wall hanging, table runner, and more.
To reserve a space in the class, click Sign Me Up! below.
Emily asks that you fuse the Steam a Seam Lite to the wrong side of the small fabric pieces in the kit (but not the larger background fabric) prior to the workshop, so everyone is prepared to jump right in to creating their collage.
Supplies needed HERE
Upcoming Workshops
May 2026
Celebrate America Quilt Challenge - no workshop this month
June 17, 2026 Workshop:
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Instructor guidance for every step of the project using raw edge applique techniques and more.
Instructor will provide one-to-one assistance as much as possible.
Attendees must have basic quilting AND sewing skills.
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Date: June 17, 2026
Time:
10:30AM Setup and thread machines11 AM-4 PM
1:30-2:00 Lunch - attendees to
bring bagged lunch & drinkLocation: PARC
Fee: $60 (payable to Calico Cutters)
Includes printed pattern for
ANNIE, Fabric kit, Batting,
Fusible webbing, and Backing -
For the supply list click HERE
A limited amount of additional supplies, such as fabric and fusible webbing, will be provided in the event that an attendee makes an error when working on the project. Embroidery floss will also be provided.
CANCELLED : August 13, 2026 Workshop
September 10, 2026 Workshop:
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In the workshop, we will explore choosing colors more instinctively, rather than following a bunch of "rules." Learn about Values and Contrast and how to arrange your fabrics by Value (light to dark), then make a one-of-a-kind wall hang
It all starts with a fabric swap at the beginning of the workshop. This is not optional! Swapping with your friends will force you to use fabrics & colors you would normally not use. But the results are stunning, and you will be pleasantly surprised at the outcome. Finished top is about 38" square.
P.S. The tips on value and contrast you learn from Merry will come in handy during our October Workshop!
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Thursday, September 10th
9:30 AM-3:30 PM
Doors will open at 9:00 AMLocation:
Covenant Presbyterian Church
400 Lancaster Ave.
Malvern, PA
When you enter the property, park in the lot near the blue playground equipment, and enter through the door nearest the playground. The classroom is on the lower level and there is an elevator in the building.Class Fee: $60.00
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Supply list HERE
October 15, 2026 Workshop:
Registration REQUIRED by September 9th
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Emily Taylor is a self-taught artist, fabric designer, and quilter. She has been a creative entrepreneur in the home dec and quilt industry for over 20 years. Her quilting life started in 2009 when she became a fabric designer for Riley Blake.
As an artist, Emily turned to collage as a way to blend quilting and art. To make it easy for us, she has developed unique patterns printed in shades of gray that allows a quilter to use a lot of different fabrics in a variation of patterns and values to create a collage. Her ‘parchment piecing’ technique is not difficult -- it uses small pieces of fabric to build a fusible design that can be added to a quilt, wall hanging, table runner, and more.
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Thursday, October 15th
9:30 AM-3:30 PMLocation:
Covenant Presbyterian Church
400 Lancaster Avenue
Malvern, PAClass Fee: $60
Kit: Order a kit of your choice labeled “Beginner” from her website www.CollageQuilter.com .
A discount code will be provided at registration. -
Emily asks that you fuse the Steam a Seam Lite to the wrong side of the small fabric pieces in the kit (but not the larger background fabric) prior to the workshop, so everyone is prepared to jump right in to creating their collage.
Supplies needed HERE
February 3, 2026 Workshop:
Andrea Hoke
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Learn to conquer curved seams as you stitch the Metro Rings quilt, a pattern reminiscent of the beloved Double Wedding Ring. Your will use the Quick Curve Ruler by Sew Kind of Wonderful for this project. Starting with a roll of precut strips, you will utilize strip piecing techniques and then use your ruler to cut out the curves and trim down your oversized blocks. This method allows you to more quickly complete what used to be considered a complex pattern.
Make it modern or vintage, it’s up to you!
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Tuesday, February 3, 2026
9 AM-3:30 PMLocation:
PARCFee: $50
Pattern: $12
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Supply List HERE
Feel free to watch Sew Kind of Wonderful's tutorial prior to the workshop, but don't stress over the details; we will be covering everything you need to know to stitch your blocks. Video link: https://youtu.be/sKFzYNYOufU
March 12, 2026 Workshop:
Giucy Giuce
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“Re” is a modern minimalist design from the traditional block.
Students will learn modular foundation paper piercing with Re quilt, a uniquely customizable pattern. Students will make a pillow top.
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Setup: 9AM
Workshop: 9:30AM-3:30 PM
Location: Covenant Presbyterian Church
400 Lancaster Ave
Malvern, PAFee: $65 (payable to Calico Cutters)
Pattern: $10 (payable to Guicy Guice day of workshop)
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Supply List HERE
April 9, 2026 Workshop:
Nancy Herschberger
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9 AM-4 PM
Location:
Covenant Presbyterian Church (basement)
400 Lancaster Ave.
Malvern, PA 19355Fee: $60 (payable to Calico Cutters)
Participants will be creating a fiber arts landscape and must bring a photo of a landscape (forest, beach, etc.) you want to inspire your quilt. -
Supply List HERE
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