Celebrate the art and heritage of quilting at the 30th Annual A Mountain Quiltfest™. Quilters from all around come together at the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge for this quilting event. Quilters have the opportunity to attend classes that are based on skill level and technique. There will also be a quilt show that displays a variety of quilts for your viewing pleasure.
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(Classes Begin Monday, June 9th)
*Cancellation Policy*
Any attendee registration cancellations made before April 18, 2025, will receive a full refund (must pay $15.00 cancellation fee). Reservations canceled April 19 – May 9, 2025 will receive a 50% refund (+ $15.00 cancellation fee). Cancellations made May 10 – 23, 2025 will receive a 25% refund (+ $15.00 cancellation fee). Cancellations on or after May 24, 2025 or later will not be refunded.
Jacqueline DeJonge
Kathy Gwinn
Laurie Lou Hood
Robin Long
Nancy Mahoney
Vicki McCarty
Krista Moser
Edyta Sitar
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If a class is full, please check this page periodically for cancellations. We will NOT have a waiting list. If a roster spot opens up, it will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Class 1/12/25 - BeColourful (3-Day Class)
Instructor: Jacqueline DeJongeSkill Level: IntermediateRoom: North 1ATime: 8:30 am – 4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]Sewing Machines to be provided by JukiMasterclass: Dancing Dragonflies, Miss Daisy , Rainbow Reach, Luna, Happiness, and Spring Table RunnerMaster classes are classes taught by Jacqueline, who is an expert in quilting and teaching. Jacqueline would like to share her expertise with you by teaching a MasterClass. And who knows more about the BeColourful designs and patterns than the creator herself?During a MasterClass, Jacqueline offers hands-on learning to a group of students. Usually the students have good prior knowledge of the BeColourful patterns and are enthusiastic to learn more about the BeColourful techniques.Students will have to purchase fabric kit and pattern up front, themselves.View Supply List
Class 2 - Feathered Star
Instructor: Nancy Mahoney Skill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 1B Time: 8:30 pm - 4:00 pm Email: [email protected]Janome Sewing Machines Provided in ClassThis little quilt sparkles with traditional charm and is the perfect class for any quilter who wants to learn how to make a Feathered Star block. Nancy takes students through a step-by-step class, with rotary cutting and piecing techniques for making accurate triangle squares. Her methods make short work of this tricky-looking block. Quilt size: 44" x 44". Materials Fee for pattern: $10 (payable in class, cash preferred)View Supply List
Class 3 - Shooting Stars
Instructor: Edyta SitarSkill Level: IntermediateRoom: North 2A/2BTime: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Email: [email protected]Learn how to make this beautiful "Shooting Star" block, perfect for a quilt or table runner! With our easy-to-use Shooting Star template and Go! Shooting Star Die, you will be able to make many gorgeous blocks. We will learn cutting, piecing, and pressing during this class. Let’s go make a wish together on our Shooting Stars! Kit Fee: $59.95 (payable in class) Kit Contents: Shooting Star pattern, template, and fabric for 3 practice blocks (table runner). View Supply List
Class 4 - Sunflowers
Instructor: Robin LongSkill Level: IntermediateRoom: North 3ATime: 8:30 am – 4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]Create your very own stunning sunflower garden using Robin Ruth Design’s innovative STRIP-PIECING method and rulers for making this variation on the mariner’s compass block. In this technique class, we’ll spend the day creating Fat Robin Sunflowers for your own fabulous garden. Students will learn this raw edge appli- qué method for finishing their blocks and I will also give ideas for shaping these flowers into other shapes and embellishing these gardens with other appliqué shapes (including bias stems and shaped leaves).We will make a 14” Sunflower block in class and then move on to making a 12” Sunflower block. There are supplemental video tutorials and projects for this block that students can also access before and after class.View Supply List
Class 5/16 - Fanfaire (2-Day Class)
Instructor: Krista MoserSkill Level: IntermediateRoom: North 3BTime: 8:30 am - 4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]: FanFaire Block of the Month is a six month block of the month with each block made twice to total twelve blocks.Every block teaches you a new way to use the Creative Grids 60 Degree Diamond Ruler, designed by Krista Moser. Cut a combination of diamonds, triangles, hexagons, parallelograms and trapezoids to create this fun quilt, and all with one ruler! This quilt goes together fast and is oh so striking!Finished size 66" x 79"Twin-size bed quilt that can be easily modified to any size. Recommended with this pattern - Creative Grids 8.5" non-slip 60 degree diamond ruler by Krista MoserView Supply List
Class 6 - Scrap-Tastic
Instructor: Deb HeatherlySkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: South 1Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 pmEmail: debscatnquilts.com: The pattern is a scrap buster. Learn to use the Creative Grids® Cat’s cradle tool and use up some of your scraps. Bonus: I’ll share tips and tricks for using the Folded Corner Clipper and for cutting settings triangles. Scrap-tastic Pattern – Available in class at a discountView Supply List
Class 7 - South Beach Spinners
Instructor: Linda HahnSkill Level: Confident Beginner Room: South 2Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Email: [email protected]Finished Size: 50” x 50”Required Kit payable to instructor: Includes handout to finish the quilt, foundation paper, custom acrylic templates and re-useable foundation piecing stencil.Pattern costs $30, cash is preferredView Supply List
Class 8 -Geese in the Garden
Instructor: Laurie Lou HoodSkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: South 3Time: 8:30 am-4:00 pm Email: [email protected]The flying geese are in straight formation alongside beautiful blooming vines on this attractive quilt! Imagine geese flying over a spring garden! The tried and-true Quilt in a Day® method for making quick and easy Flying Geese patches starts our journey. Fusible web and decorative stitching yield the flowers’ bloom. The scalloped border, accomplished with the Quilt in a Day® Scallops, Vines & Waves Template, provides the perfect finishing touch.Finished Quilt Size: 46” x 58”View Supply List
Class 10 - Patches on Porches (BUS TOUR)
Guide: Kathy GwinnRoom: Meet in LeConte Lobby at 8:45 amTime: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Meet in LeConte Lobby at 8:45 am Tour Description Join us again this year for another adventure on wheels as we visit private homes and families who will have quilts on display throughout their homes and front porches. The theme for this year's Bus Tours at Quiltfest is "Patches on Porches." Meet couples and family members that love sharing their home, their stories, and their quilts with you. Included in the Tour will be about an hour long lunch stop at each one's own expense. Looking forward to seeing you all in June.
Class 11 - Scrap Quilt Trunk Show
Presenter: Nancy MahoneyTrunk ShowRoom: Greenbriar A/BTime: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Email: [email protected]Presentation and Trunk ShowLooking for something to do with all the scraps you’ve collected in bags, baskets, and boxes? In this informal and light-hearted presentation, Nancy will share more than 50 scraps quilts, including vintage quilts from her collection. Hear how her love of vintagequilts has influenced her approach to quilt making. Nancy will share tips for making stunning scrap quilts and expanding your thoughts about making scrap quilts.Facebook: www.facebook.com/nancymahoneydesigns/Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/nancymahoney5/Instagram: @nancymahoneydesigns
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Class 13 - Panama Stars
Instructor: Nancy MahoneySkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 1BTime: 8:30 am - 11:30 pm Email: [email protected]Janome Sewing Machines Provided in ClassBig Star blocks make this traditional looking quilt a real beauty. Students will learn how to make the big block stars using Nancy’s quick and easy piecing techniques. This stunning, eye-catching quilt looks great in any color combination. Quilt size: 66½" x 84½" Block size: 16"Materials Fee for pattern: $10 (payable in class, cash preferred)View Supply List
Class 14 – Pinehurst
Class: Instructor: Edyta SitarSkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 2A/2BTime: 8:30 am- 4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]Reach out for your Pinehurst pattern, Pinehurst template, and take a class with me on creating this beautiful tree block. In the class we will learn how to choose your fabrics, cut with templates, precision piecing, and pressing; as well as how we can adjust the size or change the design of a tree. We will be making 12 blocks in the classroom which will be wonderful for a table runner, pillow or a start up to the first row of the quilt. Kit Fee: $59.95 (payable in class) Kit Contents: 12 Pre-Cut blocks, Pattern & Templates. (fabrics may vary)View Supply List
Class 15 - Split Compass
Instructor: Robin LongSkill Level: IntermediateRoom: North 3ATime: 8:30 am- 4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]So you’ve seen and heard about the Robin Ruth Design rulers for strip pieced compasses, but did you know you can also make split compass blocks using her method? In this technique class, you’ll learn the basics of making either a Skinny Robin or Fat Robin Split Compass block and use her rulers in a little different way to get these wonderful split points. These blocks can be finished using the traditional round finishing instructions that are also found in your instruction book. The Split Compass block instructions are contained in a separate pattern that Robin will make available for you in class, and then you may purchase this pattern after class if you want to move forward with this method. We will make a 12” Split Compass block in class. Robin will also share share other info for traditional round finishing, creative ideas and samples of compass projects, and tons of tips to help you be successful! There are supplemental video tutorials and projects for this block that students can also access before and after classView Supply List
Class 17 - Playing Favorites
Instructor: Deb HeatherlySkill Level: IntermediateRoom: South 1Time: 8:30 am- 11:30 amEmail: debscatnquilts.comIn this class you will learn to use the Creative Grids Hunter’s Star Trim tool while using FQs in shades of your favorite color (or mix of any colors that make you happy). Playing Favorites Pattern – Available in class at a discountRequired Ruler: Creative Grids® Hunter’s Star Trim Tool – Available in class at a discountView Supply List
Class 18 - Beauty on the Beach
Instructor: Linda HahnSkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: South 2Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]Throughout the class, Linda will demonstrate how to make an optional miniature quilt from the scraps and cutaways of the main project. You may wish to purchase a little extra of each fabric.Finished Size: Appx. 53” x 53”Required Kit payable to instructor: $30 Kit Fee (cash preferred)Includes foundation paper that can be left in the quilt, a re-useable foundation piecing stencils, custom acrylic templates and a full color handout to complete the quilt.See this quilt in other colors/fabric combinations in the Wicked Wahini quilt album on my business Facebook page: FROG HOLLOW DESIGNSView Supply List
Class 19 - Harmony Quilt
Instructor: Laurie Lou HoodSkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: South 3Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]Harmony is a beautiful word for this beautiful quilt! You’ll be making stars easily with the flying geese method. You have the option of fussy cuts for star centers. This is an elegant quilt when completed with coordinated fabrics.Finished Quilt Size: 43” x 43” View Supply List
Class 21 - Patches on Porches (Bus Tour)
Guide: Kathy GwinnRoom: Meet in LeConte Lobby at 8:45 amTime: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Tour Description Join us again this year for another adventure on wheels as we visit private homes and families who will have quilts on display throughout their homes and front porches. The theme for this year's Bus Tours at Quiltfest is "Patches on Porches." Meet couples and family members that love sharing their home, their stories, and their quilts with you. Included in the Tour will be about an hour long lunch stop at each one's own expense. Looking forward to seeing you all in June.
Class 22 - Perfect Endings / Bindings
Instructor: Nancy MahoneySkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 1BTime: 1:00 am - 4:00 pmEmail: : [email protected]Janome Sewing Machines Provided in ClassAdd a flourish to the edges of your quilts. Learn how to make straight-of-grain binding, invisible joins, and machine sew a binding so it looks like it's hand sewn. Nancy will show you how to bind curved and irregular edges, add piping, rick-rack, and other special touches. Kit/Material fee for handout, quilted fabric pieces, binding strips, and Wonder Tape: $25.00View Supply List
Class 23 - Scrap-enstance
Instructor: Deb HeatherlySkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: South 1Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Email:: debscatnquilts.comThis pattern is a scrap buster. Learn to use scraps to create a one of a kind masterpiece. Scrap-enstance Pattern - Available in class at a discount Required Ruler: Creative Grids® Kitty Cornered Tool View Supply List
Class 24 – Scrappy Quilts (Dinner Lecture)
Speaker: Edyta Sitar Room: Greenbriar A/BTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pmEmail: [email protected]This wonderful presentation will take you back in time where we will enjoy an amazing selection of antique quilts, but it won’t stop there - a complement of beautiful scrappy quilts made by Edyta will be sure to inspire you to create. Squares, Triangles, Diamonds, and Strips; a medley of simple shapes are the building blocks of a quilting masterpiece. Join me on this journey as we review the impact of simple shapes on scrappy quilting.Evening includes: Buffet style dinner and a special gift.
Class 26 – Twisted Logs
Instructor: Nancy MahoneySkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 1B Time: 8:30 am - 11:30 am Email: [email protected]Janome Sewing Machines Provided in ClassCreate a dynamic block, while learning an easier, quicker, and less-waste method of paper foundation piecing. All aspects of foundation paper piecing will be covered, including how to correctly position the right fabric piece. With Nancy’s helpful in-class directions, you can relax and have fun in this information packed class. Pattern includes directions for making a Candle Mat, Table Topper, and Wall quilt. Candle Mat size: 12" x 12". Block size: 6" x 6"Kit/Material fee for pattern and foundation papers: $12.00View Supply List
Class 27 - Pioneer Log Cabin
Instructor: Edyta SitarSkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 2A/2BTime: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Email: [email protected]Learn how you can construct a basic log cabin block and build it into an original setting that creates a broken star pattern using dark and light blocks. We will discuss the historic beginning of the log cabin block, layout options, and explore the importance of light and dark color values essential to successful log cabin quilts. In this class we will be using a pre-cut blocks that are perfect for a table runner or pillow. You will learn cutting, piecing, trimming, and pressing. Let us create a Log Cabin that will shine like a star! Kit Fee $59.95 Kit Contents: 8 Pre-Cut Log Cain blocks (fabrics may vary), backing, binding and PatternView Supply List
Class 28 - Mariner's Compass Basics
Instructor: Robin LongSkill Level: IntermediateRoom: North 3ATime: 8:30 am -4:00 pmEmail: [email protected] Have you ever wanted to make a Mariner’s Compass block but were too intimidated? Not a fan of paper piecing or using tedious templates? You’ll love this class for learning how to make this 16-point compass variation block using Robin Ruth Design’s rulers and strip-piecing method! Join Robin for this technique class to learn the compass basics as you make a Skinny Robin or Fat Robin Compass Sunflower block - your choice!*We will make a 14” OctaCompass Sunflower block in class using my OctaCompass No Circle Finishing method and use a reverse appliqué method for the putting in the center.This block is the main component in several Small Project free patterns and video tutorials found on the Robin Ruth Design website (at www.robinruthdesign.com under the Free Projects/Tutorials tab) that students can also access before and after class.View Supply List
Class 29 - Fall Foliage
Instructor: Krista MoserSkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 3BTime: 8:30 am -4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]Fall in love with 60-degree angles with Krista Moser’s latest pattern, Fall Foliage. This pattern used the Creative Grids 60-degree Diamond Mini Ruler to cut a variety of shapes including diamonds, triangles, and trapezoids to make these beautiful fall leaves. There are two main blocks in this quilt, the leaves and the setting triangle units. These are made from simple shapes letting the fabric and shade do the heavy lifting to get the wow factor. This quilt is constructed into blocks first and then rows with no Y seams, making construction a breeze with well-illustrated step-by-step instructions.View Supply List
Class 30 - Propensity
Instructor: Deb HeatherlySkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: South 1Time: 8:30 am -4:00 pmEmail: debscatnquilts.comLearn to use the Creative Grids Kitty Cornered Tool and how to make Y Blocks in this fun pattern. Just 3 contrasting colors plus a background makes fabric selection easy.Propensity Pattern - Available in class at a discount Required Ruler: Creative Grids® Kitty Cornered Tool - Available in class at a discountOptional: Creative Grids® basic 4 ¼ “ square - Available in class at a discountView Supply List
Class 31 - Bahama Blue
Instructor: Linda HahnSkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: South 2Time: 8:30 am -4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]Finished Size: Appx. 43” x 60”Required Kit payable to instructor: $20. Payable to instructor in class - cash preferred.Includes a re-useable foundation View Supply List
Class 32 - Flying Around Town
Instructor: Laurie Lou HoodSkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: South 3Time: 8:30 am -4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]This quilt is simply fun to make! The tried-and-true method for making Flying Geese patches is so satisfying. Partial seaming is the trick to circling the flying geese around the blocks’ center squares. This eye-catching quilt comes together so quickly with alternating full focus-fabric blocks! Finished Quilt Size: 38” x 55” View Supply List
Class 34 - Patches on Porches (Bus Tour)
Class 35 – Holiday Blues
Instructor: Nancy MahoneySkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 1B Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Email: [email protected]Janome Sewing Machines Provided in ClassIn this fun class, you’ll learn how to make accurate half-square triangles! This stash-busting lap-size quilt is perfect for fat quarters, fat eighths, or Tonga 6-pack strips. The blocks are easy to make and look great in any color combination. Choose from a variety of setting to make your own unique quilt. Lap quilt size: 53" x 60". Material fee for pattern: $10.00 (payable in class, cash preferred)View Supply List
Class 36 - Sunny Gnomes
Instructor: Vicki McCarty Skill Leve: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 1ATime: 8:30 pm - 4:00 pm Email: [email protected]Everyone loves adorable Gnomes! And what fun way to learn Vicki McCarty’s technique for wool applique, decorative hand stitches and project embellishments while making this adorable design!Kit Fee $42.50 Kit Contents: All fabrics, wool to make project, embellishments, Color Printed Pattern, Pre-printed applique pieces on fusible webView Supply List
Class 37 - Daisy Vines
Instructor: Nancy MahoneySkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 1BTime: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Email: [email protected]Janome Sewing Machines Provided in ClassA field of slightly whimsical daisies highlight this happy, sunny quilt. A variety of beige prints in the background add dimension, while simple fusible applique guarantees that the quilt is suitable for all skill levels. You'll learn all aspects of fusible applique, including how to make easy bias stems. Quilt size: 43" x 53". Materials Fee for pattern: $10 (payable in class, cash preferred)View Supply List
Class 38 - Winter Village
Instructor: Edyta SitarSkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 2A / 2BTime: 8:30 am – 4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]You will love creating charming house blocks in this fun and informative class. I will teach cutting, piecing, and finishing touches for your quilts. Students will make (3) houses in class and learn the techniques necessary to finish an entire village. This quilt is perfect in any color combination, but I am partial to blue and white. The kits provided will feature Blue fabrics as shown in the class image, but we will also discuss other color options in class. I look forward to seeing you there! Kit Fee $59.95 Kit Contents: Fabric for table runner, binding, backing and pattern. (fabric may vary)View Supply List
Class 39 - Compass Sunflower
Instructor: Robin LongSkill Level: IntermediateRoom: North 3ATime: 8:30 am - 4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]Have you ever wanted to make a Mariner’s Compass block but were too intimidated? Not a fan of paper piecing or using tedious templates? You’ll love this class for learning how to make this 16-point compass variation block using Robin Ruth Design’s rulers and strip-piecing method! Join Robin for this technique class to learn the compass basics as you make a Skinny Robin or Fat Robin Compass Sunflower block - your choice!*We will make a 14” OctaCompass Sunflower block in class using my OctaCompass No Circle Finishing method and use a reverse appliqué method for the putting in the center. This block is the main component in several Small Project free patterns and video tutorials found on the Robin Ruth Design website (at www.robinruthdesign.com under the Free Projects/Tutorials tab) that students can also access before and after class.View Supply List
Class 40 - Vintage Windmill
Instructor: Krista MoserSkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: North 3BTime: 8:30 am - 4:00 pmEmail: [email protected]The Vintage Windmill pattern combines charming color combinations with simple shapes to create a secondary design that is deceptively easy. Use the Creative Grids 60 degree Diamond Mini Ruler to cut diamonds and triangles from strip sets, then arrange your colors to create a one of a kind quilt with no Y seams! If you have been wanting to break out of the same old quilting routine and try something different, this pattern is just the thing. Finished size: 63” X 68” View Supply List
Class 41 - Scrappily Ever After
Instructor: Deb Heatherly Skill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: South 1Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Email: debscatnquilts.comLearn to use the Creative Grids® Ultimate Flying Geese Tool plus learn to use the pineapple trim tool in a unique way to make this eye-catching design! Pull out your scraps and let the fun begin.Scrappily Ever After Pattern - Available in class at a discount Required Ruler: Creative Grids® Ultimate Flying Geese Tool and Pineapple Trim Tool - Available in class at a discountView Supply List
Class 42 - I Sparkle
Instructor: Linda HahnSkill Level: Confident Beginner Room: South 2Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 amEmail: [email protected]Finished Size: Appx. 36” x 36”Required class kit includes full color pattern, handout and pre-cut/pre-labelled Triangles on a Roll for the whole project. Required Kit payable to instructor: $20View Supply List
Class 43 - Fox & Geese
Instructor: Laurie Lou HoodSkill Level: Confident BeginnerRoom: South 3Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 amEmail: [email protected]This playful small quilt is fun to get done! Nursery prints make it a special gift for baby’s tummy time. Home décor fabrics make a seasonal table topper or wall-hanging. The Fox & Geese by Teresa Varnes is a quick practice of the flying geese technique. Consistent perfect patches are easily accomplished using precise flying geese templates. We will be creating this colorful quilt from a variety of coordinated fabrics. Have fun planning the placement of each fabric for your uniquely designed quilt.Finished Quilt Size: 40” x 40”View Supply List
Class 45 - Patches on Porches (Bus Tour)
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