What is a Ricky Tims Solo Quilt Seminar?
It's two days with just Ricky learning the best of everything he has to offer, and……
Just imagine…
Ø Not missing out because you were put on the waiting list.
Ø Not having to gather items for a class supply list
Ø Not having to haul a sewing machine to class
Ø Not worrying about irons blowing power circuits
Ø Not having to measure, cut, or sew in a tiny, shared table space.
Ø Not fretting that you brought the wrong fabrics for the project.
Ø Not feeling the pressure of keeping up with your neighbor.
Ø Not having to spend backbreaking minutes crowded around the teacher’s table and still not being able to see what you need to see.
Imagine…
Ø Learning six projects or techniques in one day!
Ø Learning twelve or more techniques in two days!
Ø Seeing the slightest details during a demonstration while sitting comfortably in your chair.
Ø Getting to take home an exclusive 20,000 word binder complete with color photos and step by step instructions for each lesson.
Imagine…
Ø Over 40 quilts from Ricky’s personal collection (including international prize winners) on display representing many of the lessons you’ve learned.
Imagine…
Ø A bonus concert performed by one of the quilt world’s most acclaimed pianists, quilters and storytellers.
Imagine…
Ø The excitement of doing all of this in an auditorium filled with like-minded, crazy, determined, serious, new, seasoned, experienced, and enthusiastic quilters!
Imagine…
Ø How you will feel if you let this opportunity slip away. The Ricky Tims Quilt Seminar is a unique quilting event. Ricky’s innovative, precept upon precept approach to teaching utilizes professional and enlightening multi-media demonstrations. He inspires and encourages individuals by showing them how to create their own unique quilts. He enlightens individuals by showing them that complicated looking quilts can be very easy to make. Regardless of your quilting style, level of expertise, or purpose for making quilts, this seminar is for you. One previous registrant states,
The Ricky Tims Quilt Seminars are only held in select locations. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity while it is in your area. Naturally, we think it’s a great seminar, but don’t just take our word. Here’s what others are saying about the Ricky Tims Quilt Seminar……
Ø “When I first read of this two-day seminar, I couldn’t imagine what one person could talk about for two days. Wow! I learned so much and hands-on was not necessary. Ricky explains things so well that everyone from beginners to advanced can get it. He covered such a variety of subjects. I’m sure glad I didn’t miss this one!”
Ø “Twelve hours of seminar sitting without sewing/hands-on activities? Yes! What an absolutely informative and inspiring experience!”
Ø “This was, without question, the best and most informative class I have ever taken – excellent!”
Ø “The entire two-day seminar was entertaining and held my interest without exception. The possibilities of what I’m capable of have increased dramatically.”
Ø “The seminar had the best use of multiple visual aids I’ve ever seen.
Ø “ I was impressed with the detail and variety of subjects covered.”
Ø “Ricky’s generosity is boundless!”
Ø “Superb notebook content!”
Ø “I used to work following patterns, either purchased or in magazines. After this seminar I feel inspired and free to design quilts of my own.”
Ø “Never in my twenty years of quilting have I had such a mind opening experience as the Ricky Tims Quilt Seminar. ”
Schedule of Events:
Day One
7:30 – 8:30 am Registration and Check-in begins
8:30 – 10:00 am Session One
10:00 – 10:45 am Break
10:45 am – 12:15 pm Session Two
12:15 - 1:45 pm Lunch
1:45 – 3:15 pm Session Three
3:15 – 4:00 pm Break
4:00 – 5:30 pm Session Four
5:30 Seminar Day One Ends
6:45 pm Doors Open
7:30 pm Concert
Day Two
7:30 – Doors open
8:30 – 10:00 am Session Five
10:00 – 10:45 am Break
10:45 am – 12:15 pm Session Six
12:15 - 1:45 pm Lunch
1:45 – 3:15 pm Session Seven
3:15 – 4:00 pm Break
4:00 – 5:30 pm Session Eight
5:30 Seminar Ends
Seminar Topics:
Quilting Caveman Style – an improvisational approach to piecing without templates, measuring, or sewing quarter-inch seams.
Convergence Quilts – magical, mysterious, easy, and fun art quilts.
Out of Your Mind? – Learn the design elements of art and create your own original quilts. This study applies to both traditional quilters and art quilters.
Rhapsody Quilts – Create your own formal, multi-technique, innovative and original quilt, with flowing curves that are mirrored and reversed to create perfectly balanced symmetry.
No Pins Precision Curves - that’s right, no pins!
Setting-in Corners and Circles – imagine sewing a circle into a hole! Not appliquéd! And how about no mitered corners?
Magical Marking Techniques – this will change your life!
Heirloom Machine Quilting Secrets – What batting? What's the best design? How can you manage a large quilt?
Award-winning Machine Appliqué - Learn to Outline Appliqué for finesse and Scribble Applique to create wonderful landscape expressions.
Kool Kaleidoscope Quilts – A Kaleidoscope quilt that is easy and accessible for all quilters.
Spectacular Piped Bindings – These time-saving and breathtaking bindings are put on entirely by machine.
Bobbinwork Basics – Learn to work upside down and use spectacular threads.
Learn all this and much, much more...
A Ricky Tims Concert……
Ricky pieces together his talents as a pianist, composer, arranger, quilter, inspirational storyteller and comedian to presents an unforgettable, multi-media performance. The concert is enlightening for quilters and non-quilters alike so invite your friends and family. Tickets are available in advance and at the door. Seating is limited. The seminar registration fee includes admission to the concert.
Ricky Tims Quilts – A Retrospective……
An exhibition of more than forty quilts will be on display during the seminar. These quilts offer insights into Ricky’s growth as a quilter – not only in the techniques used, but also in his development as a designer. On display will be Ricky’s first quilt aswell as several of his award-winning masterpieces. Access to these quilts during the seminar enables participants to study intricate details and provides students with an opportunity to see how techniques presented during the seminar are put into practice.
The RTQS Store……
A store will be set up at the seminar in order to provide registrants the opportunity to purchase items such as original hand-dyed fabrics, seminar related DVDs, books, patterns, and music CDs. The store will also carry specialty items featured in some of Ricky’s innovative quilting techniques.
2012 Registration Fees for the Ricky Tims Solo Quilt Seminar:
Early Bird Registration - $149 - registration must be received by June 16, 2012 (registration by mail only) ·A savings of $30
Standard Registration - $179 – registration must be received by August 17, 2012 (registration by mail only)
Evening Concert & Presentation $15 - for non-seminar registrants
