Programs
Need a speaker or presentation for your event?
Our lectures are available either in person or virtually. Our fee for either is $300 and we can use my Zoom or your platform.
How Does The Fabric Get Into My Favorite Shop?
Have you ever wondered exactly how the fabrics end up in your local quilt shop? Do you think your dream job would be to buy all that fabric?
We'll take a fun filled romp through the design, printing and buying processes and everything the hard working staff goes through to get you your pretty fabrics. It's not as easy as you may think!
This presentation lasts about an hour but can be slightly stretched or shortened to accommodate your time frame. It's a short PowerPoint presentation, Q&A and a sneak peek at some fabrics not yet on the store shelves! It is available in-person or virtually.
Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Sewing Needles
(but were too afraid to ask)
Since I sell needles I get lots of questions about them. This has led me to a universal truth - needles are something that every quilter uses and yet there are so many things we don't know about them. What's with all the different kinds? Why so many different sizes? Do I need all those differences? If so, when and why?
Let me take you on a laugh filled journey to find all the answers.
This presentation lasts about an hour (including a hefty question and answer period) but can be slightly stretched or shortened to accomodate your time frame. It is available in-person or virtually.
The History Of The Sewing Machine
A Tale Of Intrigue & Espionage
Not your ordinary history lesson! We will take a look at the more humorous and salacious bits of the past that brought our beloved machines to us today. This program is a PowerPoint presentation along with antique machines and other sewing items from my personal collection for folks to look at and play with. And, don't worry, there's no test at the end!
This presentation lasts about one hour but can be slightly stretched or shortened to accommodate your time frame. The kind and type of vintage sewing machines and paraphernalia will vary but there will always be something for folks to play with.
Due to the heavy machinery I cart along, this presentation is limited to my driving endurance from Colorado for an in-person event. Sorry East Coast... It is available as a virtual event anywhere!
Every Quilt Tells A Story
A trunk show of my quilts from the early days to current times. I'll share stories of lessons learned (mistakes?), why I chose the design or fabrics that I did and the personal meanings behind some of my quilts. I'll show you my first quilt (gasp...in public?) as well as my latest. I hope this lighthearted romp will inspire others to look behind the fabrics of their own quilts...because every quilt tells a story...
This lecture is available in-person or virtually.
Workshops
Why not add on a workshop for the total Purple Moose experience!
Three Peas In A Pod...
Pre-cut, Pre-Fused & Presto!
Has this ever happened to you? You forgot a gift giving occasion or you've been invited to a friend's and need a quick hostess gift? Let me show you how to use pre-cut, pre-fused products to get the job done lickety split. Not only will you complete (yes, COMPLETE!) a project during class but you'll learn all the ins and outs of the various products available. We'll also cover how to make your own pre-cut, pre-fused items. You'll never be caught unprepared again!
Class length is 4 hours. Workshop fee is $200 for up to 15 students plus $15 and up for supplies/pattern fee per student depending on project chosen. We have numerous projects to choose from.
Sunrise At The Cabin:
This pattern is a great scrap buster! A center medallion that is paper pieced, surrounded by traditionally pieced log cabin blocks. The pattern offers sizes from lap to king. During class, we will work on the center medallion and start the log cabins. Students may choose whichever size they want to make.
Class length is 6 hours (plus a lunch break). Workshop fee is $300 for up to 20 students plus $9 pattern fee per student.
Fish Frenzy:
This lap quilt goes together very quickly. It would be perfect for the guys in your life or anyone who enjoys fish or fishing. I don't know which is more fun - picking fabrics that look "fishy" or getting the whole thing done in record time!
Class length is 6 hours (plus a lunch break). Workshop fee is $300 for up to 20 students plus $9 pattern fee per student.
Sandy Toes:
Everyone can cut out their own flip-flops or we can provide pre-cut, pre-fused starters. The fun is in the embellishments...artificial flowers, buttons, beads...it's lots of fun!
Class length is 4 hours. Workshop fee is $200 for up to 20 students plus $10 pattern fee per student. If we provide pre-cuts then pattern fee is $25 per student.
Countdown To Christmas:
Super easy advent calendar for the Christmas season. Little pockets hold trinkets that can be added to the tree each day to countdown to Christmas. Or put a candy in each pocket and just enjoy your tree. The tree is fused down. Pockets will have fused numbers added but students can also machine embroider them at home later.
Class length is 6 hours (plus a lunch break). Workshop fee is $300 for up to 20 students plus $10 pattern fee per student.
Discovery:
This wall hanging (or kids quilt!) is a great exercise in fabric play. What secrets will your fabric reveal? It appears that you are looking at the fabric through a magnifying glass. Any fabric will do but you can really accentuate the magnified effect if you choose fabrics that have both small and large elements and then fussy cut the required pieces. Extensive tips and photos on selecting fabrics are included in the pattern and will be expanded upon during class. The blocks are simple to construct. The only tricks are; fabric selection and a very consistent seam allowance.
Class length is 6 hours (plus a lunch break). Workshop fee is $300 for up to 20 students plus $9 pattern fee per student.
Cityscape:
This contemporary piece offers a chance to play with colors. How will it change depending on where you place your chosen colors? It also offers large areas for some fabulous quilting. If you've never tried modern quilts before then this is a perfect starter piece to step outside your comfort zone.
Class length is 6 hours (plus a lunch break). Workshop fee is $300 for up to 20 students plus $9 pattern fee per student.
