Quilter talk

CHRIS KIRSCH, PRIZE-WINNING QUILTER TO SPEAK AT WITTENBERG COMMUNITY CENTER



Chris Lynn Kirsch, prize-winning quilter, author, and teacher, will speak at the Wittenberg Community Center, 208 Vinal Street, on Saturday, February 4, at 1 PM. Her topic is “A Challenged Mind.” Join Ms. Kirsch as she takes you on a journey through her inspirations, crazy side trips and the fascinating quilts which have been created.



In the past, Ms. Kirsch’s tools of trade were the sterilized instruments of a dental hygienist. In 1987, she was dragged to a quilting class by her sister-in-law and came away enthusiastically addicted. She says, “I had no intention of becoming a quilter and yet, I discovered I loved all aspects of quilting—the stitchery, the collecting of antique quilts and even an appreciation of quilted art.”



Over time, she began designing her own pieces and a passion for art quilts evolved. Today her instruments of choice are sewing machines, scissors and a multitude of handy quilting gadgets. Ms. Kirsch stitches her magic from a log home in the woods of southeastern Wisconsin, Watertown.



In addition to creating her own award winning quilts, she finds as much fulfillment in sharing her passion with others through lectures, workshops, and leading quilting cruises.



Books by Ms. Kirsch will be available for sale. There is no admission fee; donations are welcomed.



The Walls of Wittenberg is pleased to bring this well known speaker to Wittenberg in conjunction with “The Art of the Quilter: II,” a juried quilt show at the WOWSPACE, 114 Vinal Street, downtown Wittenberg, Saturdays and Sundays, 11-3, through February 13. Please visit the show. Admire Ms. Kirsch’s wall hanging—“Vanishing Point”—which was given an Award of Excellence. Enjoy all the quilts and wall hangings, a riot of color and pattern with exquisite needle art. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite.


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