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Stitched in History: Quilts, Codes & Conversation

https://www.thebookbutler.com/event-details/stitchedtea

As part of the upcoming BLK Author Expo at the historic Harriet Tubman Cultural Center in Columbia, Maryland, we will be hosting a featured afternoon experience titled:

“Afternoon Tea with Edith Younger Edmonds, 100-Year-Old Quilter & Best-Selling Author”

Time & Location

This unique ticketed event will explore the history and hidden messages of quilts connected to the Underground Railroad through conversation, storytelling, and presentation from Ms. Edmonds herself.

Guests will enjoy tea, coffee, and light refreshments in an intimate setting while engaging with an incredible living legacy in quilting and African American history.

Check out the Barn Quilts of Harford County Trail.

If you enjoy quilting & painting, check out the barn quilt designs!

https://www.visitharford.com/barn-quilts-of-harford-county/

Quilting On the Line was well represented at Sew for Vets’ annual Community Sew Day which was held on May 18th at the Delta Senior Center. Participants worked together making 25 reversible fleece hats. The hats are made from two layers of fleece, and they will be distributed to veterans.

Take the guesswork out of making panel quilts!

Pieced Brain by Denise Russell!

I share examples throughout, so quilters can clearly see what works (and why). It’s a lively, engaging presentation, and audiences often wish we had more time!

I also offer a hands-on workshop. We begin by reviewing a wide range of panel quilt examples, then move into an interactive design session using participants’ own panels and fabrics.

By the end, quilters feel prepared to approach any panel—regardless of style or size.

The lecture can be in-person or via Zoom. The workshop is presented in-person only.

Contact Denise Russell @

The QOL ladies are quilting with a twist!

If you have seen Barn Quilts on houses & barns, check out the barn quilt blocks created during the QOL

workshop!

Great News Quilters!  Another retreat opportunity!

https://www.centrepiecesguild.org/2026/01/update-friends-fabric-quilt-retreat.html

Quilting on the Line members are celebrating the 250th anniversary of our great nation!

They are giving back to the community at the Paul Smith Library of Southern York County!

Our members showed their skill & creativity by donating a beautiful patriotic quilt & pillow to support the Shrewsbury Library!

Thanks to Penny Swoyer, Alice Steele, Barb Hoff, Darlene Vocke, Juanita Hurley & Susan Kern for their dedication to the community.

Barb Wilkie Appliqué Tips:

Barb was our guest speaker at the QOL Guild Meeting April 2026:

Barb shared Appliqué Tips:

Here are her preferences for Appliqué Supplies:

• Hobbs 80/20 Batting (Cheapest Barb has found is from Linda’s)
• Bohin 10 Crew/Embroidery or Tulip 10 Big Eye Needles
• Wonderfil Invisafil 100 wt or Aurifil 80 wt Thread
• Sewline Glue Sticks to glue edges of fabric to freezer paper
• Roxanne Glue Baste for stems
• Clover Bias Makers w/Plastic Handles
• Lite Steam-a-Seam2 for holding the bias stems together
• Paper Punches for circle Appliqué (come in a variety of sizes & best if cutting 4 at once)

Celebration of Quilts 

June 5 & 6th 2026

Hours: Friday: 9:00am-7:00pm Saturday: 9:00am-4:00pm

Location: Grumbacher Sports & Fitness Center (899 S Richmond Ave)

Quilt & Flower Show

“Tiny Treasures”

Presented by York Quilters Guild Flower Show

Featured Artist~Connie Ritter

Vendors, Guild Boutique, Donation Baskets, Silent Auction of Quilts

Additional details can be found using the link below.

http://www.celebrationofquilts.com