Lectures

How to Make a Fabric Mural – With Every Kid at School!

Follow the progress of a nearly three-year project of designing an 8’ x 24’ five piece fused fabric mural with the entire student body of a K-8 school and their teachers. Massive student participation, magical moments and overcoming bureaucratic snafus combined for a rewarding journey & a stunning inspirational collaboration!

Personal Geography - Mapping a Life in Quilts

When did you first feel the satisfaction of using a sewing machine? For Maggie it began with sewing classes at Marshall Fields in Chicago and decades later when learning to quilt. By designing and creating quilts we give voice to personal journeys, very often creating one-of-a-kind art. Join Maggie as she shares her experiences and artistic evolution, illustrated in Quilts and Artcloth from early days to the present.

Quilting Matters – Raising Awareness with Textile Art

Reviewing quilts from passionate textile artists from around the United States, this lecture provides inspiration, reflection and calls to action. Individual experiences and public events inspired many of the works presented, shining a light on social justice issues across our country. These stories in cloth have profound messages for everyone!

Textile Adventures on the Tōkaidō Road

In 2019, Maggie returned from a trip to Japan with deep respect and admiration for the Japanese people, their remarkable textile traditions and many wonderful facets of Japanese culture. In this lecture Maggie introduces you to the incredible artisans they met, their traditions and the history & artifacts encountered on her journey.

The Sacred Feminine in Fiber – Archetypes & Symbolism in Fiber Art

Presenting a variety of quilts & textile work from nationally and internationally known artists, Maggie discusses the symbols & archetypes incorporated therein referencing the Sacred Feminine matriarchal culture of the ancient era. Their meanings and relevance will leave you contemplating signs, symbols, Western Culture and your place in it long afterwards!