Classes
Free Motion Quilting (FMQ) with Rita Meyerhoff | Feb 4, 11 & 18
Learn the basics of free-motion quilting and walking foot grid work, including choosing thread, batting, and needles. Learn designs and the basics of stitching on your quilt top using free-motion quilting as well as how to adapt stencils as quilting motifs. Class is held on three consecutive Wednesdays.
Cost: $ 125.00
Learn the basics of free-motion quilting and walking foot grid work, including choosing thread, batting, and needles. Learn designs and the basics of stitching on your quilt top using free-motion quilting as well as how to adapt stencils as quilting motifs. Class is held on three consecutive Wednesdays.
Cost: $ 125.00
CC101: Composition and Color with Jane Mathews | Feb 24 & 25
Do you sometimes feel your quilt just isn't quite "RIGHT?" But you can't put your finger on the problem to solve it? Learn about the principles of design and color with demonstrations, and hands-on short class assignments. Students will learn how to look at compositions and solve visual problems and how your personality influences design choices and taking risks. Taught by an artist who also makes PAPER Quits and is a master with composition and color, Jane Mathews provides her amazing basics of color, value and composition in this 2 day class. Material costs are very minimal - but the changes to your quilts will be amazing.
Cost: $ 120.00
Do you sometimes feel your quilt just isn't quite "RIGHT?" But you can't put your finger on the problem to solve it? Learn about the principles of design and color with demonstrations, and hands-on short class assignments. Students will learn how to look at compositions and solve visual problems and how your personality influences design choices and taking risks. Taught by an artist who also makes PAPER Quits and is a master with composition and color, Jane Mathews provides her amazing basics of color, value and composition in this 2 day class. Material costs are very minimal - but the changes to your quilts will be amazing.
Cost: $ 120.00
Words in Fabric - Create Personalized Banners, Pillows & Quilts with Carol Ann Waugh | Feb 27 & 28
Carol Ann Waugh's exhibit in the NE Galley from Jan 26 thru April 18 is all about using words to bring events and ideas to mind and then into the conversation. Words are important! Bring your words to life in fabric! Learn how to create a consistent font that can help you make your own TIME CAPSULE quilt In this fun and creative workshop. You’ll design and create a one-of-a-kind project that speaks from YOUR heart. Learn how to create your own alphabet designs and use fusing and raw-edge appliqué techniques to add meaningful names, words, or phrases to banners, pillows, and quilts. Personalize your projects with the names of loved ones, favorite places, or heartfelt expressions. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced quilter, you’ll leave inspired—and full of new ideas for your next creative adventure. Carol’s classes are known for being entertaining, imaginative, and full of laughter—so come learn, play, and stitch with her!
Cost: $ 150.00
Carol Ann Waugh's exhibit in the NE Galley from Jan 26 thru April 18 is all about using words to bring events and ideas to mind and then into the conversation. Words are important! Bring your words to life in fabric! Learn how to create a consistent font that can help you make your own TIME CAPSULE quilt In this fun and creative workshop. You’ll design and create a one-of-a-kind project that speaks from YOUR heart. Learn how to create your own alphabet designs and use fusing and raw-edge appliqué techniques to add meaningful names, words, or phrases to banners, pillows, and quilts. Personalize your projects with the names of loved ones, favorite places, or heartfelt expressions. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced quilter, you’ll leave inspired—and full of new ideas for your next creative adventure. Carol’s classes are known for being entertaining, imaginative, and full of laughter—so come learn, play, and stitch with her!
Cost: $ 150.00
Basics of Quilt Top Construction with Rita Meyerhoff | March 4, 11 and 18, 2026
Learn the tips and basics that create quality skills. Color combinations and selection can make all the difference - and with the “Daybreak” pattern by Moda (64 x 80 inches) the repetition of the same blocks with various fabric combos becomes a learning experience of creating interest and movement in your top. Repeating the skills for star blocks using flying geese units, square in a square units, fussy cutting and triangle border - allow you to reinforce the good habits for Great TOPS! Class is limited to 10 students. SAMPLE of project in Education Office - come see it!
Cost: $ 160.00
Learn the tips and basics that create quality skills. Color combinations and selection can make all the difference - and with the “Daybreak” pattern by Moda (64 x 80 inches) the repetition of the same blocks with various fabric combos becomes a learning experience of creating interest and movement in your top. Repeating the skills for star blocks using flying geese units, square in a square units, fussy cutting and triangle border - allow you to reinforce the good habits for Great TOPS! Class is limited to 10 students. SAMPLE of project in Education Office - come see it!
Cost: $ 160.00
Embroidery Doodle Stitching- Rita Meyerhoff | April 8 & 22
Embroidery is often seen as an art form in its own right; however, throughout history, it has frequently been combined with other art forms, such as patchwork, to create embellishments. Other enjoyable applications include decorating clothes, jeans, purses, and jackets, or personalizing special gifts. This class is designed to initiate you into a fun project while teaching the basics and helping you discover the joy of doodling with embroidery as you practice and perfect your newly learned stitches.
Cost: $ 75.00
Embroidery is often seen as an art form in its own right; however, throughout history, it has frequently been combined with other art forms, such as patchwork, to create embellishments. Other enjoyable applications include decorating clothes, jeans, purses, and jackets, or personalizing special gifts. This class is designed to initiate you into a fun project while teaching the basics and helping you discover the joy of doodling with embroidery as you practice and perfect your newly learned stitches.
Cost: $ 75.00
Featherweight FUN - on the 3rd FRIDAY of April! | April 17
Does your Featherweight need a tune up? Do you know how to take care of all the basic maintenance and keep your Singer 221, 222 or 301 purring along? This is an opportunity to get your maintenance done and learn how to keep your Featherweight out of the shop and identify the times when professional repair may be necessary. By the end of the 1 hour session, your machine will have received an examination for problems, a complete yearly machine service including interior cleaning, proper lubrication, and adjustments as required. BEST THING? YOU will have acquired the knowledge, materials, and confidence to maintain your own machine in the future!!
Cost: $ 60.00
Does your Featherweight need a tune up? Do you know how to take care of all the basic maintenance and keep your Singer 221, 222 or 301 purring along? This is an opportunity to get your maintenance done and learn how to keep your Featherweight out of the shop and identify the times when professional repair may be necessary. By the end of the 1 hour session, your machine will have received an examination for problems, a complete yearly machine service including interior cleaning, proper lubrication, and adjustments as required. BEST THING? YOU will have acquired the knowledge, materials, and confidence to maintain your own machine in the future!!
Cost: $ 60.00
Sunday at the Museum - March 2026 - NON-MEMBERS Registration
Men's Exhibit Panel discussion - featuring Jerry Dunbar and Michael Gold. Michael has 2 quilts in this year's exhibit - of very different styles, but both created to commemorate or honor a lifetime of memories or a special trip and culture. Jerry also has 2 quilts in the exhibit, again of very different designs - but each with a special story. Come and enjoy learning how each man is inspired and their processes to work through the creation process and then the finishing of their amazing quilts.
Cost: $ 15.00
Men's Exhibit Panel discussion - featuring Jerry Dunbar and Michael Gold. Michael has 2 quilts in this year's exhibit - of very different styles, but both created to commemorate or honor a lifetime of memories or a special trip and culture. Jerry also has 2 quilts in the exhibit, again of very different designs - but each with a special story. Come and enjoy learning how each man is inspired and their processes to work through the creation process and then the finishing of their amazing quilts.
Cost: $ 15.00
2026 Kid's Kamp - Weeks 1, 2,4 AND 5
Kid’s Kamp 2026 - Jan 22 we ADDED WEEK 5!!! July 13-17 -- same description as weeks 1,2 &4 To accommodate our WAITLIST we have added a 5th Week to EARLY Registration. Early Registration for Kid’s Kamp requires a current RMQM Membership Kid’s Kamp returns in June 2026 with exciting updates! The museum will host four separate, week-long camps. Weeks 1, 2, and 4 focus on entry-level sewing (as needed) and hands-on education in textile arts and quilting. Campers ages 8 through teens will learn foundational skills, expand their abilities, and design and complete either a wall hanging or throw-size quilt, guided by skilled volunteer mentors. RMQM provides high-quality sewing machines for each Kamper, and all materials and tools are generously donated by RMQM members and sponsors. Camp hours are 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; campers bring their own lunch for outdoor lunchtime. Campers may register for one week only (the program is not designed for multiple-week attendance): Week 1: June 1–5, 2026 Week 2: June 8–12, 2026 Week 4: June 22–26, 2026 Week 3 is a special Dream BIG advanced design week for experienced Kampers and is by invitation only.
Cost: $ 400.00
Kid’s Kamp 2026 - Jan 22 we ADDED WEEK 5!!! July 13-17 -- same description as weeks 1,2 &4 To accommodate our WAITLIST we have added a 5th Week to EARLY Registration. Early Registration for Kid’s Kamp requires a current RMQM Membership Kid’s Kamp returns in June 2026 with exciting updates! The museum will host four separate, week-long camps. Weeks 1, 2, and 4 focus on entry-level sewing (as needed) and hands-on education in textile arts and quilting. Campers ages 8 through teens will learn foundational skills, expand their abilities, and design and complete either a wall hanging or throw-size quilt, guided by skilled volunteer mentors. RMQM provides high-quality sewing machines for each Kamper, and all materials and tools are generously donated by RMQM members and sponsors. Camp hours are 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; campers bring their own lunch for outdoor lunchtime. Campers may register for one week only (the program is not designed for multiple-week attendance): Week 1: June 1–5, 2026 Week 2: June 8–12, 2026 Week 4: June 22–26, 2026 Week 3 is a special Dream BIG advanced design week for experienced Kampers and is by invitation only.
Cost: $ 400.00
Sunday at the Museum - March 2026 - MEMBERS Registration
What happens when a Broadway performer and a classically trained musician trade their scripts and scores for fabric and thread? Michael has 2 quilts in this year's exhibit - of very different styles, but both created to commemorate or honor a lifetime of memories or a special trip and culture. Jerry also has 2 quilts in the exhibit, again of very different designs - but each with a special story. Come and enjoy learning how each man is inspired and their processes to work through the creation process and then the finishing of their amazing quilts.
Cost: $ FREE
What happens when a Broadway performer and a classically trained musician trade their scripts and scores for fabric and thread? Michael has 2 quilts in this year's exhibit - of very different styles, but both created to commemorate or honor a lifetime of memories or a special trip and culture. Jerry also has 2 quilts in the exhibit, again of very different designs - but each with a special story. Come and enjoy learning how each man is inspired and their processes to work through the creation process and then the finishing of their amazing quilts.
Cost: $ FREE