Expo Stage Presentations

 

See what's new and trending with presentations on the Expo Stage. FREE with general admission. Looking for even more presentations? Click here for The Spot Demonstration Stage schedule.

 

Thursday
 

10:30	Tools and Notions for Quilters | Quilter's Select by RNK Distributing
11:15	Favorite Things You'll Only Find at the Expo | Presented by Jim Suzio
12:00	"A" is for AccuQuilt | Amy Chaney of Twisted Sisters Quilt Shop
12:45	Martelli's Ercgonomic Workstations: Cut with 100% Accuracy and Pain Free | Melissa Bates for Martelli Enterprises
1:30	Sewing, Quilt, & Craft Books You Can't Live Without | Megan Sorn of Imagine That and More
2:15	Discover the World of Cuddle® Fabrics | Lisa Lueck, Cuddle® Ambassador for Shannon Fabrics
3:45	The Story of Wool from Fleece to Fashion | Bob Moosa for The Wool House
4:30	Surprised by Your Serger | Jenn Taylor for Juki of America
5:15	Super Prize Drawing

 

Friday
 

10:30	Do What Makes You Sparkle | Shanna Neylon of GlitterBugFairy
11:15	Favorite Things You'll Only Find at the Expo | Presented by Jim Suzio
12:00	Fashion Friday – Runway Fashion Show | Hosted by Amy Strumbly, Original Sewing & Quilt Expo
1:00	"A" is for AccuQuilt | Amy Chaney of Twisted Sisters Quilt Shop
1:45	The Story of Wool from Fleece to Fashion | Bob Moosa for The Wool House
2:30	Meet the Designer: Red Carpet Recreations | Jim Suzio
3:15	Machine Embroidery Basics: Modern Monograms | Michelle Gillombardo of Pins & Needles
4:00	Selecting the Right Stabilizer for Your Next Project | Nancy Sapin for Sulky of America
4:45	Behind the Seams: Sewing for the Stars in Hollywood | Joe Vecchiarelli for French European Inc.
5:15	Super Prize Drawing

Saturday
 

10:30	Selecting the Right Stabilizer for Your Next Project | Nancy Sapin for Sulky of America
11:15	Favorite Things You'll Only Find at the Expo | Presented by Jim Suzio
12:00	Martelli's Ercgonomic Workstations: Cut with 100% Accuracy and Pain Free | Melissa Bates for Martelli Enterprises
1:30	Let's Cuddle: Making Stuffies with Minky | Lisa Lueck, Cuddle® Ambassador for Shannon Fabrics
2:30	Sewing's Next Generation: Youth Fashion & Project Show | Hosted by Darcy Nicholson, Original Sewing & Quilt Expo
3:15	Cosplay Contest and Runway | Hosted by Aaron Ingraham, Original Sewing & Quilt Expo
4:00	Quilts of Valor Award Ceremony | Quilts for Valor Foundation
4:30	Super Prize Drawing

 

“A” is for AccuQuilt 

Amy Chaney of Twisted Sisters Quilt Shop 

Tired of a sore back and aching wrists from cutting fabrics? AccuQuilt products can help with that! Come learn about AccuQuilt products and how they can help your accuracy, decrease fabric waste, increase time efficiency and reduce your aches & pains from fabric cutting! 

 

Behind the Seams: Sewing for the Stars in Hollywood

Joe Vecchiarelli for French European Inc.

Are American IDOL & Dancing with the Stars a guilty pleasure of yours? Are you interested in hearing what happens in the sewing studio behind-the-scenes? Do not miss these “insider secrets” from Joe as he shows off and talks about the construction of some of the latest garments worn on these two popular television shows. Hear all the behind-the-scenes latest “show talk,” find out the challenges of fitting for a show like this and learn what tools they use in their sewing studio in Hollywood. This is a MUST-SEE presentation for all garment sewers!

 

Cosplay Contest and Runway

Hosted by Aaron Ingraham, Original Sewing & Quilt Expo

Calling all costume artists and cosplayers! Whether you’re a historical figure, a princess, a hero or heroine, a villain or side-kick, come strut your stuff and enjoy a bit of Cosplay fun. Cosplayers, Reenactors, and Costumers are invited to walk the runway on Saturday at 3:00 on the Expo Stage. Ashley will share their Cosplay experiences and narrate you along a journey of costume art created by fellow Expo attendees. Click HERE if want to walk in our runway to learn more about Cosplay at OSQE!

 

Fashion Friday – Runway Fashion Show

Join us for a celebration of fashion sewing. You are invited to participate! Walk the Expo Runway to show off the fashion you have been sewing. From jackets and tops to dresses and pants...give your favorite creation its moment in the spotlight. To participate in the Runway Fashion Show, click HERE to register. All participants will receive FREE General Admission on Friday.

 

Favorite Things You'll Only Find at the Expo

Presented by Jim Suzio

Come rest your feet and take a quick look at these amazing products you may have missed on the sales floor. This isn't a pushy sales presentation, but rather a fun and sassy look at sewing goodies you can't live without.

 

Quilts of Valor Award Ceremony

Quilts for Valor Foundation

Join us in acknowledging the service and sacrifice of those who are serving or have served in the Armed Forces, as we award comforting and healing Quilts of Valor to those whose lives have been touched by war.

 

Sewing's Next Generation: Youth Fashion & Project Show

Hosted by Darcy Nicholson of Original Sewing & Quilt Expo
This fashion and trunk show featuring students ages 18 and under will be SEW much fun! Get an insight into the interests and talents of our newest sewing enthusiasts as they show off their latest accomplishments. Whether it hangs in the closet, hangs on a wall or hangs out on beds and sofas, the creativity involved will inspire audiences of all ages. Don't miss it! (If you know a young person who might like to participate, click HERE for more information.)

 

The Story of Wool from Fleece to Fashion

The Wool House

With so many exceptional features, wool is the superhero of fabrics; and Bob Moosa is your expert. This informative presentation begins with how raw wool is processed through thread and textile production. Learn about the high-performance properties of wool and why it is considered an all-season fabric. Plus, see samples from The Wool House with beautiful variations of color, weight, and texture. Regarded by fashion sewists and ecologists, wool is the premiere sustainable fabric of choice. What will you make next with wool?

 

Super Prize Drawing
Fabulous prize packages and sewing machines are awarded daily at this drawing. You will receive your Super Prize Drawing Ticket at the Expo. Drawings are held at 5:15pm on Thursday and Friday, and at 4:30pm Saturday on the Expo Stage inside the Exhibit Hall. Winners must be present with a photo ID to claim their prize.