Author: Dana

Next up in the Meet Our Members series is Jamie Marie Hockaday. Jamie’s work is a beautiful blend of traditional blocks and modern prints and colors, a nod to her early education as a quilter, and a way for her to explore her quilter’s voice nowadays. “[My Mom-mom] told me I needed to find a… Read more

Next up in the Meet Our Members series is Allyce Haupt. With Allyce, you come for her quilting and the super impressive piecing she does, and you stay for her open nature and delightful personality. We’re so happy she volunteered to serve as our Secretary. Name Allyce Haupt Pronouns She/her What city do you live… Read more

Next up in the Meet Our Members feature is Beth is the epitome of a multi-talented maker. Whether it’s textiles, ceramics, sculpting, art installations, or pants – Beth is a deeply inspiring artist to know. Name Beth White Pronouns She/her What city do you live in? Norfolk What kind of maker are you? (Include sewing… Read more

Next up in the Meet Our Members feature is Kristine Byrn. Kristine is just about the most welcoming and friendly person you could meet, and when you sit next to her and watch her work, you learn just by watching. Her work is colorful and modern and check out those circles in her quilt below!… Read more

Next up in the Meet Our Members feature is Taren Kretzer. Taren is a founding member, with us since our first meeting. She is the kind of quilter who dazzles with color and piecing and whimsy, and whose quilts carry the messages of what she values and stands for in life. A thoroughly modern maker!… Read more

Elizabeth is our guild’s secretary. She brings a background in being a secretary–past and present–for organizations like her school’s PTA. Her quilts are full of heart and meaningful details, and girl is crazy about florals. “My goal for our guild is to continue community outreach efforts in meaningful ways that allow us to share our… Read more

Amanda is our guild’s Treasurer. She brings a background in accounting, as well as a quilt background really grounded in the identity of her intended recipient. Ask to see the backs of her quilts; they’re just as impressive as the tops. “[I want to] create a space for quilters of all skill levels to be… Read more

Cassie Rangel is the first Vice President of Hampton Roads MQG. “My goal is to help build a community of people who are just as enthusiastic about quilt-making as I am!”   Name Cassie Rangel Pronouns She/her What city do you live in? Virginia Beach What kind of maker are you? (Include sewing and any… Read more