Expo Stage Presentations

 

See what's new and trending with presentations on the Expo Stage. FREE with general admission.

 

 

Thursday
 

10:30	10 Things You Don't Want to Miss at the Expo | Jim Suzio
11:15	Get 'Er Done Sewing Tools & Techniques | Kathy Ruddy for kathyruddy.com
12:00	Getting Started with Rulerwork/Template Quilting | Donelle McAdams for Sew Steady
12:45	Move Into Free-Motion Quilting With 6 Basic Shapes | RaNae Merrill for RaNae Merrill Quilt Designs
1:30	Mastering Hot Fix Crystals: A Guide to Applying Sparkle to Fabric | Amy Regal for Uniquely Crafts
2:15	Wonders of Wool: From Fiber to Fashion | Bob Moosa for The Wool House
3:00	Get Sew Organized! | Teresa Weaver for Your Sewing Friend
3:45	Zipper Tips & Tricks | Linda McGehee for Ghee's
4:30	Three Tips for Machine Binding | HollyAnne Knight for String & Story
5:15	Quilt Contest Ceremony & Super Prize Drawing

 

Friday
 

10:30	Fun with Fusible Applique and Dimensional Applique | Teresa Weaver for Your Sewing Friend
11:15	Sew To Look Slimmer! | Kathy Ruddy for kathyruddy.com
12:00	Fashion Friday – Runway Fashion Show | Hosted by Lindsey Johns for Inside the Hem
12:45	There is Magic in Your Cutting Board | Lorraine Henry for Lorraine Henry for Conselle
1:30	Mastering the Sloper: Your Ultimate Tool to Fitting & Design  | Lorraine Henry for Lorraine Henry for Conselle
2:15	Paper Piecing Revolution | Chuck Ely for Legit Kits
3:00	10 Things You Don't Want to Miss at the Expo | Jim Suzio
3:45	Wonders of Wool: From Fiber to Fashion | Bob Moosa for The Wool House
4:30	Hollywood Sewing Studio Secrets REVEALED! | Joe Vecchiarelli for French European Inc.
5:15	Super Prize Drawing

Saturday
 

10:30	10 Things You Don't Want to Miss at the Expo | Jim Suzio
11:15	Why Didn't I Think of THAT! | Kathy Ruddy for kathyruddy.com
12:00	Tackle that T-Shirt Quilt . . . One Block at a Time | RaNae Merrill for RaNae Merrill Quilt Designs
1:00	Mastering Fitting & Sewing: Your Ultimate Guide to Perfecting Patterns | Lorraine Henry for Lorraine Henry for Conselle
1:45	Mastering Hot Fix Crystals: A Guide to Applying Sparkle to Fabric | Amy Regal for Uniquely Crafts
2:30	Wonders of Wool: From Fiber to Fashion | Bob Moosa for The Wool House
3:15	First Stitches in Free Motion Quilting | HollyAnne Knight for String & Story
4:00	Quilts of Valor Award Ceremony | Ginger Fondren for Quilts for Valor Foundation
4:30	Super Prize Drawing

 

10 Things You Don't Want to Miss 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.

 

Get ‘Er Done Sewing Tools & Techniques

Presented by Kathy Ruddy for kathyruddy.com

When speed is important, Kathy has the techniques for you! Learn how she uses her favorite sewing tools, elastics and interfacing for good results, even on the very first try. Beginners and experienced pros will appreciate her original time-saving techniques, perfect to use with all your creative ventures.

 

Sew To Look Slimmer!

Presented by Kathy Ruddy for kathyruddy.com

Lose ten pounds simply by choosing the right style and fit. Sew a high-end wardrobe that fits, is comfortable and will camouflages any weak points. Watch Kathy model a variety of clothes in styles that will “work” for you too, making you look good and feel great. Learn about the secret techniques that really work, are easy to apply and will inspire you to sew. Discover all the tools and tips you’ll need to make the creative process fun.

 

Why Didn’t I Think of THAT?

Presented by Kathy Ruddy for kathyruddy.com

Join Kathy as she unveils her wealth of ingenious techniques to revolutionize your sewing experience. Discover her unconventional yet remarkably effective methods that promise to enhance speed, ease, and the overall quality of your projects. Get ready to elevate your sewing game as Kathy reveals her collection of clever insights that will leave you wondering why you didn't think of them sooner. Prepare to be inspired and take your sewing skills to new heights!

 

Fashion Friday – Runway Fashion Show

Hosted by Lindsey Johns for Inside the Hem

Join Lindsey Johns for a celebration of fashion sewing. Lindsey will showcase her designs and host this special event. 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.

 

Hollywood Sewing Studio Secrets REVEALED!

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!

 

Move Into Free-Motion Quilting with 6 Basic Shapes

RaNae Merrill for RaNae Merrill Quilt Design

Movement is the key for mastering free-motion quilting, and this interactive presentation is designed to help you get moving! Join us for an engaging session where you'll learn the six fundamental movements that form the foundation of all free-motion designs. Plus, you'll discover two additional movements that are crucial for creating stunning feather patterns.

Through audience participation, you'll practice these techniques and gain confidence in your free-motion quilting skills. This presentation will provide you with the tools and knowledge to enhance your quilting designs and achieve beautiful results. Come ready to move and be inspired to take your quilting to the next level!

 

Paper Piecing Revolution

Chuck Ely for Legit Kits

Immerse yourself in the "Paper Piecing Revolution" with Legit Kits, where quilting transforms into an art form. Join us on a journey where every quilter, regardless of experience, can create award-winning masterpieces using foundation paper piecing. Legit Kits introduces luxurious, ready-to-sew quilt top kits, meticulously designed with generous fabric cuts and impeccable organization. Unleash your creativity as you witness the magnificent colors and precision that unfold effortlessly in the final results. Elevate your quilting experience and let your inner artist shine with Legit Kits' revolutionary approach to paper piecing.

 

Tackle That T-Shirt Quilt . . . One Block at a Time  

RaNae Merrill for RaNae Merrill Quilt Design

Oh, the often-daunting T-shirt quilt! It doesn’t have to be a hassle—it can be fun, easy, and even creative with the right approach. Imagine quilting each shirt individually before assembling the quilt—no need for meticulous planning ahead of time! Plus, you can add the binding to the border before attaching it to the quilt itself.

 

Curious to learn how? Join us and discover a new, exciting way to tackle your T-shirt quilt project. Get ready to transform those treasured shirts into a finished quilt with ease and creativity!

 

Zipper Tips & Tricks

Linda McGehee for Ghee's

Zippers are easy to insert with a little knowledge. Learn several ways to insert a zipper. Let the zipper be a design feature. Yes, you can put a zipper back together when the slider comes off!

 

Quilts of Valor Award Ceremony

Ginger Fondren for 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.

 

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.