2026 MLK Weekend Workshops
Schedule
Sat Jan 17 2026 at 09:00 am to 03:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
American Legion | Shreveport, LA
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Start the new year off right with some quilting, creativity & camaraderie! There will be 3 workshop options you can sign up for.Cotton Pottery - Turn simple rope and fabric strips into beautiful, functional works of art! In this fun and creative workshop, you will learn how to make sturdy bowls and mats by wrapping fabric around rope and stitching it into shape. This versatile technique allows endless design possibilities, from colorful kitchen mats to one-of-a-kind decorative bowls. No pattern needed - only your creativity!
Cutaway Appliqué - Use your stash of fabrics in a totally new & creative way with cutaway applique! In this workshop, you’ll learn how to stack & layer fabrics, stitch your chosen design & carefully cut away sections to expose the layers beneath. The result is a dramatic appliqué effect with texture, depth & visual interest. (Spoiler Alert! Our 2025 Quilt Show’s Featured Quilter Bobbie Deeter will be teaching this workshop!!) Pattern will be provided by instructor.
3 Yard Quilts: Freedom - Do you want to sew a quilt & sew it up in a snap? Utilizing strip piecing, a handful of HSTs & a variety of time saving techniques Fabric Café 3 yard Freedom quilt pattern is simple, with easy to follow instructions is a fun way to get from start to done! Participants will have to purchase & download pattern cost is approx. $6.
To register for the class email [email protected] or text 612.229.1532 or visit our website at https://www.redriverquilters.com/workshops & fill out our registration form.
Class cost is $15 for RRQ Members & $40 for non-members (includes membership fee)
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Where is it happening?
American Legion, 5315 S Lakeshore Dr, Shreveport, LA 71109-1809, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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