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The 2026 WV Quilt Festival will be held at Cedar Lakes Conference Center
on September 17 - 19.
Here is the Quilt Entry Form! Due June 30, 2026
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PDF of Entry Form
We have some wonderful classes planned!
Click here for class registration form.
CLASS FEES DO NOT INCLUDE ENTRY INTO THE QUILT EXHIBITS OR VENDORS.
Thursday, September 17
9am – noon, 2pm – 5pm “Think Big: Paint a Barn Quilt”
Sue Royer 10 Max $50 WVQI members / $60 non-members
Spend a creative, relaxing day at the Festival crafting your very own 2' x 2' outdoor barn quilt in this immersive, all-day painting class designed for all skill levels. Choose from two or three beautiful quilt block designs and enjoy step-by-step guidance at an unhurried pace as you learn essential techniques—from marking precise grids and mastering clean taping methods to applying paint with confidence and understanding how colors and finishes behave. You’ll also discover the secrets to crisp tape removal and long-lasting protection with a professional topcoat. By the end of the day, you’ll leave not only with a stunning, weather-ready barn quilt, but also the skills and confidence to create more on your own.
Required kit fee of $25 will be payable to Sue Royer at class.
10am – noon “Amp Up the Accuracy: The Precision Piecing Playbook”
Ashley Maass No Max $20 WVQI members / $25 Non-members
Ready to take your piecing from “close enough” to crisp, clean, and accurate? In Amp Up the Accuracy: The Precision Piecing Playbook, you’ll learn the essential techniques that turn frustrating mismatched seams into beautifully aligned quilt blocks. We’ll cover practical strategies for improving cutting accuracy, mastering a true ¼" seam, nesting seams, and troubleshooting the small issues that cause blocks to go wonky. Through guided exercises and expert tips, you’ll build a toolkit of precision piecing skills you can apply to any quilt pattern. Whether you’re a confident beginner or an experienced quilter wanting sharper points and smoother construction, this class will help you sew with confidence and accuracy.
Lecture style. No supplies needed.
1pm – 3pm “My Favorite Things: Quilting Notions That Actually Work”
Sara Matheney 10 Max $20 WVQI members / $25 Non-members
Come join the fun in this engaging session all about the quilting notions you didn’t know you needed—featuring a mix of trusted favorites and exciting newer tools on the market. We’ll explore helpful items for your sewing space, from versatile iron features and can’t-live-without rulers to creative embroidery products and clever gadgets that can make quilting easier and more enjoyable. With a relaxed, approachable style, this class is perfect for anyone curious about what’s out there and how the right tools can simplify your process, improve accuracy, and add a little extra joy to your quilting time.
Hands on. No supplies needed.
5pm - 8pm
“Ins and Outs of Hand Stitching”
Sue Cortese 24 Max $35 WVQI members / $45 Non-members
This class is to help to learn some tips and tricks to making hand stitching enjoyable and mediative. Hand stitches can provide a variety of textures and looks for your work. Learning how to start and stop without knots while using heavier threads like perle cotton can elevate your work. We will go through hand quilting, sashiko, and big stitch techniques. We will talk about different threads, needles and battings, as well.
Required kit fee of $30 will be payable to Sue Cortese at class.
Friday, September 18
9am - noon
“Featherweight 101: A Smart Start for Future & Current Owners”
Norma Gensler 12 Max $35 WVQI members / $45 Non-members
Curious about the buzz surrounding the beloved Singer Featherweight sewing machines? Join us for Featherweight 101, an introduction to these iconic vintage machines that quilters can’t seem to get enough of. You’ll learn what makes the Singer Featherweight (models 221 and 222) so special—from its legendary straight stitch to its lightweight portability that has made it a favorite among quilters for generations. This class will also cover the basics of Featherweight care and maintenance, helping you understand how to keep these treasured machines running smoothly. Whether you already own one or are simply curious about the growing “Featherweight mania,” this class will give you the knowledge and confidence to appreciate—and care for—these classic machines.
If you have a featherweight, please bring it, but it is not required. Supply list (maintenance items) will be sent later.
1pm – 4pm
“Gaining Confidence with Free Motion Quilting”
Sue Cortese 20 Max $35 WVQI members / $45 WVQI Non-members
In this class, we will learn and practice the basic shapes used in free-motion quilting. We will start the day by talking about threads, needles and basic techniques/skills. Then we will move into practicing free-motion quilting with these basic shapes moving from left to right. After that we will move into making those same basic shapes from all directions. Once we have gotten a bit comfortable with basic shapes, we will start combining shapes to make more complex shapes and fill patterns.
Domestic machine needed for class. No kit.
Saturday, September 19
10am - noon Teachers’ Medley $20 WVQI members / $25 Non-members
Ashley Stephens: “Pattern Matching Your Strips for Binding, Borders, etc.”
Ashley Maass: “Dip, Dry, Quilt! A Quick Guide to Dunk Starching”
Abby Hutson: "T-Shirt Quilts in Ten: An Intro to Making T-Shirt Quilts"
Sandy Sheffield: "Let Me Show You Your New FAVORITE Sewing Tool"
Erika Angel: "A Modern Spin on EPP"
Norma Gensler: "Singer Featherweights...Why All the Hype!?"
Eileen Farren: "Budget Buster Notion Dupes"
We are so excited you stopped by our page, and we hope you find everything you are looking for. If you are new and looking for information on becoming a member, please click here. If you have any additional questions, please contact one of our Board of Directors here and we will be happy to assist you! Thank you again for visiting, and we hope you have a wonderful day.
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Quilt Credit: WV State Quilt in header image was made by Judy Lilly (thank you for your beautiful work!)
