The Spot Demonstration Stage Presentations

 

See your favorite sewing and quilting designers and personalities show what's new and trending. Catch all the excitement as you get up close for how-to demonstrations on The Spot Stage – a more intimate setting. FREE with your General Admission ticket. Looking for even more presentations? Click here for the Expo Stage schedule.

 

Thursday
 

11:00	How To Apply Hot Fix Crystals to Fabric | Amy Regal of Uniquely Crafts, LLC
11:45	The Seam Method of Pattern Alteration | Susie Luaces of Conselle
12:30	Perfect Flying Geese Every Time! | Kelly Reynolds of Birdland Boutique
1:15	What is Cork and How Can I Use It? | Jessica VanDenburgh of Sew Many Creations
2:00	Zippers from A to Z | Linda McGehee for Ghee's
3:30	The Power of Using AI in Sewing | Lynn Gerard for The Cork Emporium
4:15	Everything You Need to Know to Begin Upholstery | Kymm Clark of LullCo Studio

 

Friday
 

11:00	Everything You Ever Needed to Know about Half Square Triangles and the Tucker Trimmer | Kelly Reynolds of Birdland Boutique
11:45	Turn Quilting Cottons into Fabulous Blouses and Tees | Pattie Otto for Great Copy Patterns
12:30	Tilda's World: Boutique Fabrics and Patterns from Norway | Megan Sorn of Imagine That and More
1:15	Binding with Minky | Lisa Lueck, Cuddle® Ambassador for Shannon Fabrics
2:00	What if I had a Sloper? | Susie Luaces for Conselle
2:45	Upholstery and Furniture Restoration From Home | Kymm Clark of LullCo Studio

Saturday
 

11:00	Turn Quilting Cottons into Fabulous Blouses and Tees | Pattie Otto for Great Copy Patterns
11:45	How To Apply Hot Fix Crystals to Fabric | Amy Regal of Uniquely Crafts, LLC
12:30	Hardware for Handbags | Jessica VanDenburgh of Sew Many Creations
1:15	Perfecting Your Projects: Quilting & Embroidery Tips! | Floriani
2:00	Perfect Flying Geese Every Time! | Kelly Reynolds of Birdland Boutique
2:45	Barking Up the Right Tree | Lynn Gerard for The Cork Emporium

 

All Things Half Square Triangle and the Tucker Trimmer 

Kelly Reynolds of Birdland Boutique 

Are you a newbie to quilting and don't know where to start with all the rulers and gadgets available? Or are you frustrated when your HST's are a bit wonky? Please join me for this demonstration where I will discuss Deb Tucker's Family of Tucker Trimmers....what they do, how you can achieve perfect HST's (among other units too), the benefits of this tool over the others, and so very much more. The Tucker Trimmer is a must have in all Quilter's Toolboxes, so come join me to see what it's all about!

 

Barking Up the Right Tree 

Lynn Gerard of The Cork Emporium 

Lynn Gerard presents everything about cork. How it's made, where it comes from (Portugal!), how you can sew with and why you should sew with it. 

 

How To Apply Hot Fix Crystals to Fabric

Amy Regal of Uniquely Crafts, LLC

Come and learn how to apply strips, transfers, and individual crystals on fabrics that you wouldn't think of! Our live demonstration will teach you how to easily make your own designs out of our crystal strips and singles. We also make our own designs that you can apply to totes, pillowcases, apparel or even a quilt block. The options are endless!

 

The Perfect Flying Geese Every Time! 

Kelly Reynolds of Birdland Boutique 

Have you struggled with flying geese? Or do you avoid patterns with flying geese because they never come out accurately? Well have no fear! Join me in learning the best tools and techniques for making them with ease and accuracy. Using Deb Tucker's Wing Clipper and the Fast Flying Geese method, you will not shy away from Flying Geese ever again...I promise! 

 

Perfecting Your Projects: Quilting & Embroidery Tips!

Floriani/Quilters Select

Looking to perfect your embroidery projects? Come learn about the newest Floriani offerings and inspirations!

 

The Power of Using AI in Sewing

Lynn Gerard for The Cork Emporium

Discover how Microsoft Copilot can enhance your sewing and creative projects. Learn practical ways to use AI to brainstorm ideas, customize designs, and streamline your workflow — and explore the new possibilities AI brings to your crafting life. 

 

Turn Quilting Cottons into Fabulous Blouses and Tees 

Pattie Otto for Great Copy Patterns 

With so many beautiful fabrics on the shelves, why reserve them just for quilts? Explore the wonders of easy-to-sew blouses to expand your wardrobe. Pattie has a delightful selection of patterns with styles that include the classic Camp Shirt to comfy cap sleeve options. Many can be sewn in a day or less. She will share some charming embellishments as well as easy fitting techniques to customize your garments. 

 

What if I had a Sloper?

Susie Luaces for Conselle

Learn how useful it is to create a sloper that matches your figure. From knowing how to quickly assess whether a new pattern will fit, or where the pattern will need alterations, to using your sloper for design changes.

 

What is Cork and How Can I Use It?

Jessica VanDenburgh of Sew Many Creations

You've probably been seeing cork fabric at more and more shows, shops and online but....what is it?  Where does it come from?  How easy is t to work with?  I can answer all that and more!  I've been working with cork for over 9 years and have loved it since the day I discovered it!  Bring your questions and be ready for a fun and informative adventure into cork!f!