Quilt or Painting? You’ll Have to Look Twice at These Fabric Masterpieces
At first glance, it might look like a painting. But look closer—those shadows, textures, and tiny details are all made from thread, fabric, and pure creative magic.
That’s the power of pictorial quilting, a growing art form where fabric becomes a medium for storytelling, portraiture, and emotional expression. Whether it’s a stitched landscape, a self-portrait, or a beloved pet captured in cotton, pictorial quilts stop you in your tracks.
On September 12, join us virtually for Layered + Stitched 2025—an unforgettable day of learning, inspiration, and community. This event features 10 all-new instructors, each with their own unique approach to image-based quilting. From bold fabric collage to sculptural cheesecloth portraits, you'll discover techniques that bring memory, meaning, and artistry into every stitch.
Your one ticket gives you access to all 10 sessions, plus the keynote by renowned fabric artist David M. Taylor, whose lifelike quilts are celebrated around the world. Best of all? You can watch live or revisit anytime with lifetime access—no travel, no missed moments.
Image: Whispering Pines by Joyce Becker, one of ten Layered + Stitched 2025 instructors
What makes this year special?
If you joined us for last year’s Layered + Stitched, you already know how powerful this experience can be. But we don’t repeat events—we curate each one from scratch, bringing you fresh techniques, new instructors, and creative perspectives you won’t find anywhere else.
Image: Art Quilt by Caroline Oneto, one of ten Layered + Stitched 2025 instructors
Meet just a few of this year’s instructors:
🎨 David M. Taylor – Master of painterly appliqué techniques for photorealistic portraits.
🧠 Mary Pal – Celebrated for sculptural cheesecloth portraits that evoke raw emotion.
🧵 Cheryl Arkison – Expert in improv quilting and stitched self-portraits.
🌄 Joyce R. Becker – Landscape quilting made joyful, intuitive, and achievable.
🖍️ Roxane Lessa – Learn how Inktense pencils bring your fabric to life with color and realism.
🎭 Emma Jane Powell – Storytelling through Chilean arpilleras and dimensional appliqué.
Each session includes expert instruction, personal insights, and practical techniques you can start using right away.
Image: Art quilt portrait of Ruth Bader Ginsburg by Sandra Bruce, one of ten Layered + Stitched 2025 instructors
Why quilters love Layered + Stitched:
✅ All-new lineup of artists and methods
✅ Live event + lifetime access to all sessions
✅ Learn from home—no flights, no stress
✅ See how artists translate photos and memories into expressive quilts
✅ Perfect for art quilters, appliqué lovers, thread painters, and creative beginners alike
Your fabric. Your story. Your voice.
Whether you're ready to stitch a face, honor a memory, or just explore fabric in a whole new way, Layered + Stitched 2025 brings the best of art quilting to your screen—and your studio.
🎟️ Reserve your spot now and start creating something unforgettable. Save $20 off: Use the code 'ArtQuilt' or click the link below, and your discount will be applied automatically at checkout. No hassle, just savings! →
