Join teaching artist Sandra Lee Chandler for an inspiring visual journey through the world of repurposed denim quilts. In this engaging lecture, Sandra shares how she transforms discarded jeans and well-loved garments into powerful works of textile art. Each piece tells a story — woven with memory, history, and creativity — as she explores the intersection of sustainability, heritage, and fashion.

You’ll see a collection of her signature denim deconstructed quilts, from large-scale wall hangings to wearable pieces, each infused with personality and purpose. Sandra discusses her design process, from sourcing secondhand materials to layering texture, stitching rhythm, and embracing imperfections as beauty marks of life. Whether you’re a quilter, maker, or simply someone who loves seeing art rise from the everyday, this lecture will leave you inspired to look at your old jeans in a whole new way — as stories waiting to be stitched.

Takeaways: Learn creative techniques for repurposing denim into quilts and garments Gain insight into Sandra’s design philosophy and sustainable art practice Be inspired to see discarded materials as powerful storytelling tools.