Program & Workshop Details
Carl Hentsch
October 8, 2026
Flying Geese and New York Beauties
About Carl Hentch
After high school, university, and time in the Air Force, Carl began quilting in the mid to late 90’s. Carl shares his inspiration behind the quilts from his current book Flying Geese and New York Beauties. Learn more about his color inspiration as he shares the quilts from the book as well as others that have inspired his quilting journey.
Lecture Details
Date: Thursday October 8, 2026
TIme: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: The Community House 415 W. 9th Street, Hinsdale, IL
Workshop Friday October 9, 2026
Fox Hole Pillow
Learn three indispensable quilt making techniques as you create this gorgeous 19” round pillow, using block techniques from Carl’s book, New York Beauties & Flying Geese. Get your hands on the fabric as you work with foundation piecing, curved piecing and machine applique techniques in a single project. Follow Carl’s tips for accurate ¼” seams and consistent cutting for a wonderful outcome. This combination of techniques creates a pillow with plenty of eye-catching color and movement circling the focal point center.
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Workshop Details
Location: Township of Lyons
6404 Joliet Road, Countryside, IL 60525. Entranceis at rear of building
Workshop Hours
Doors open at 8:30am
Full Day Workshops from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm unless otherwise specified
Workshop Costs
Classes are $40 members and $50 for non-members.
SCQG members can pay online by clicking the "Member Registration" button below. For those who prefer to via Zelle, please click on the "Pay by Zelle" link for instructions.
Classes are open to non-members 60 days prior to class date. Prior to that date, non-members should email saltcreekquiltguild@gmail.com to be placed on a waiting list.