WORKSHOP: "Mystery Quilt 2026" with Kris Cisse (IN-PERSON)

Registration opens:
Members:  September 22, 2026
Guests/Sister Guilds: September 29, 2026

Kris is back for the fourth consecutive year to lead the Mystery Quilt workshop! This year's project will be made with five fabrics, each measuring 1-yard. The pieced top will come out to approximately 59” x 71” with suggested borders.

This pattern does not have curves, Y-seams, applique, or paper piecing. It can be made in a one-day session, so it is not an intricate pattern. The challenge is in taking the leap of sewing without having the visual in advance. 

It is recommended to have a light, a medium, and a dark fabric, and two multi-colored, medium-to-large print fabrics. The light fabric is considered your background. It is best to not use directional fabrics in a Mystery Quilt, since you have no idea which direction they will turn, but if that doesn’t bother you, use whatever you would like!

Here are some 5-fabric samples, to help you get an idea of what would work in this quilt:

This workshop is suitable for all levels of experience. There is some "homework" for cutting the fabrics and sewing strip sets. This prep work will help the day go faster. 

A light lunch will be provided – bring your own beverages. 

Doors open at 9:00 for setup, workshop starts at 9:30 am.

SUPPLIES LIST AND PREWORK

Cancellation allowed until November 7, 2026