From Pixels to Patchwork: AI-inspired Impressionist Quilts
From Pixels to Patchwork: AI-inspired Impressionist Quilts
July 16, 2025
Note: To receive a customized pattern, you must register and complete a questionnaire before July 10, 2025.
Ready to mix a little modern technology with your quilting passion? Join me for a six-hour adventure into the world of AI and quilting, where we’ll make the tech stuff approachable and fun. We’ll kick things off with an easy-to-understand intro to AI—no tech expertise required. Then, we’ll see how AI can inspire your quilt designs, pulling ideas from famous art styles like Impressionism and Pop Art.
This is a hands-on workshop, and here’s the special twist: every student will receive a custom-designed 18×18 inch quilt pattern, tailored just for them. You’ll get plenty of time to play with ideas before you start bringing your project to life in fabric. You’ll learn how to transition designs into quilt-ready images, pick the right colors and materials, and start playing with fabric. While we may not finish the entire project in class, you’ll leave with all the know-how and enthusiasm you need to complete it on your own.
If you’ve got a basic handle on raw edge applique and are curious about adding a little tech flair to your quilting, this workshop is for you. Let’s create something amazing together!
Registration opens to the public 5/16/2025
The From Pixels to Patchwork workshop is a six-hour, hands-on experience that blends AI-assisted quilt design with raw-edge appliqué.
Pre-Workshop Prep (Required for Attendees)
Participants complete a short online questionnaire before July 10, 2025, to ensure they receive a custom AI-generated design that reflects their personal style. If pre-work isn’t completed, I’ll have a general project available for them.
Morning Session (First Three Hours)
AI and Quilting: A hands-on intro to AI in quilt design (no tech required, but participants can bring an iPad or laptop if they’d like).
Trunk Show & Design Exploration: Reviewing AI-generated imagery and exploring color theory, composition, and inspiration.
Custom Quilt Design Work: Understanding how their personalized AI-generated image can be transformed into a quilt project.
Afternoon Session (Three Hours)
Fabric Preparation: Translating digital designs into fabric, reviewing key appliqué techniques.
Raw-Edge Appliqué Construction: Hands-on time with fabric, cutting, pressing adhesive onto fabric, layering, and assembling their unique quilt top.
Pressing Fabric: Class participants will need access to an iron and pressing station.
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Note: Workshop fees are non-refundable unless the guild cancels the event.