Lecture/Demo Topics

Sewing/Piecing Related Topics

The following presentations are of interest to ‘piecers’ and quilters.

You’ve Got a Friend Named Elmer

Imagine a world where every seam you stitch is perfect…every block true to size. Can you also imagine precisely matching stripes, accurately piecing circles (with ease!) and eliminating bias stretch forever? Wanna dream even more? Imagine never having to rip again! Sue Heinz guarantees you will achieve your wildest piecing dreams when you use this simple technique that requires no pins, clips or gadgets. A MUST-SEE lecture that will ROCK your piecing world!

(Can be presented as a 60 or 90-minute lecture or a 4 to 6-hour workshop.)

Binding Perfection

Let Sue Heinz improve your binding skills by showing you a technique that is pin-free, math-free and guarantees show-quality results. Once that technique is firmly in your mind, she will then take you on a journey from Bland to Grand – as she demonstrates innovative ideas for incorporating into your bindings: lace, beads, zippers, split bindings and more.

(90-minute lecture)

Precision Curves

A new way to piece curves and circles! Students will sew Drunkards Path blocks using a template that allows four blocks to be sewn at a time – without any pins, clips, or gadgets! Then, Sue Heinz will demonstrate how this technique can be used to conquer all sorts of other curves and circles with ease and accuracy that you never thought possible.

(Can be presented as a lecture, or as a 3 or 6-hour workshop.)

Free-Motion Related Topics

The following presentations appeal to free-motion quilters at all levels.

Fast & Fabulous Free-Motion Grids

Looking for unique and fanciful background fills? Look to Sue Heinz’s grid designs! Sue will show you just how fun and EASY it is to make complex-looking designs ‘fast and fabulous’ using her original designs and amazing tools. Come curious, leave inspired.

(Can be presented as either a 60 or 90-minute lecture, or as a 6-hour workshop.)

360° Grids – Create Mesmerizing Designs that are Oh, So Easy to Sew!

Packed with possibilities, Sue Heinz introduces you to her innovative technique of transforming simple sashing shapes into gorgeous medallions and wreaths. You will be amazed at how easy it is to create a variety of Sue’s inventive designs using her patented, easy-to-use tools.

(Can be presented as either a 60 or 90-minute lecture, or as a 6-hour workshop.)

Sue’s Cool Tools

An in-depth look at Sue Heinz’s amazingly crafty, patented and easy-to use, quilt marking tools and free-motion rulers. Drafting medallions, wreaths, squares, hexagons and more – in sizes adjustable to suit your needs, has never been so easy! Sue will also show how she tucks some of her unique designs into these shapes as well.

(A 60-minute lecture)

Please note: Single lectures will only be offered in conjunction with a multi-day engagement, if your event is outside of a 100-mile radius of St. Paul/Minneapolis, MN. In addition, for engagements outside of this radius, Sue will request hotel and travel reimbursement.