Welcome to Illinois Quilters, Inc. (IQI)!

Illinois Quilters, Inc. was founded in 1980 for people interested in quilts and quiltmaking. Our guild promotes an appreciation of the fine design and workmanship of quilting through fun, educational events. We honor and preserve our quilting heritage and encourage quilt-based community service. Quilters of all ages and experience levels are welcomed! 

Our quilt guild meets in the evening on the first Thursday of the month, September through June in person, at Lutheran Church of the Ascension in Northfield (Map).  Some meetings are also available via Zoom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the program begins at 7:00 p.m.  

Our programs feature speakers who demonstrate either a technique, explain a history, present a trunk show of their work, or address a particular theme or type of quilt. Program lectures last about an hour with time for questions. After the program there are announcements, show and tell, and other activities. 

Non-members are welcome to attend our meeting, the Zoom-only and Hybrid meetings for a fee of $10. If you are joining us in-person when we are hosting a Hybrid meeting, you are welcome to pay at the door.  If you'd like to join via Zoom, please register and pay online as a Guest.

We have a wide variety of activities beyond the monthly program.

Our programs and workshops are held at the Lutheran Church of the Ascension at 460 Sunset Ridge Road, Northfield, IL.  For a map, click here

Check out IQI's Facebook page at Illinois Quilters.

May's Lecture Program

May 7th--doors open at 6:30

Workshops listed to the right in UPCOMING EVENTS

Lecture: 

”What is…..? “ Listening to Your Creative Voice

with Nina Clotfelter

 Nina Clotfelter will share some funny stories about her creative adventures. She has lots of samples in this inspiring lecture encouraging you to  listen to your creative voice.  Nina is an educator for Wonderfil Specialty Threads. Be sure to visit her website and see her many quilts, bags, and other   items that truly express her joy in quilting. She writes: "I have a   passion for free motion quilting!  There is SO much freedom to do   anything you wish and ability to express your creativity.  Free motion   quilting does NOT have to be an expensive endeavor!  NO long arm     is necessary!  You can use your DOMESTIC sewing machine!  ALL the quilts on this website have been sewn and quilted on my domestic sewing machine! "  https://www.ninaquilts.com/