A quilting seminar, “Quilting Treasures,” will be held from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 22 at North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC). 

 Organizers say the event offers ideas and inspirations with an opportunity to hear from nine experts and enthusiasts in the art of quilting.

Guest speaker, Charleen Richtsmeier, a professional quilt appraiser from Ackley Iowa, will present “Let’s Talk about Your Quilt.”

Workshops will be presented throughout the day and will include the latest and greatest quilting ideas and gadgets, pattern design and sewing techniques. Quilt shops and quilters from Des Moines, Garner, Iowa Falls, Belmond, Mason City, St. Ansgar, Osage, and Sherburn, Minnesota, will be the workshop presenters. They will have products for sale on Market Street throughout the day.

Workshops, speakers, and vendors will inspire quilters with new techniques and designs. Lunch and snacks are provided.

The cost is $29. Reservations are taken at 1-888-GO NIACC ext 4358. Registration at the door is $35. 

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