Celebrate America OUR STATES - OUR STORIES
Our members created 50 one-of-a-kind appliqué pattern designs and 4 unique borders for this quilt that celebrates every state in our great country for its 250th birthday. This unique quilt will tour quilt shows in 2026-27 celebrating the Semiquincentennial of America. | Welcome!The Applique Society's mission is to promote, teach, and encourage the love of all types of applique in quilting. We work to educate and promote public interest in the world of applique, as well as encourage and inspire creativity. The Applique Society (TAS) and its members want to ensure that the art of applique will continue through the generations.  | Become a member today!Explore all the benefits of membership. * Monthly Virtual Meetings * Annual Meeting * Newsletter * Workshops * Virtual and In-Person Chapters * Virtual Stitch Alongs * Online Patterns * Access to videos and tutorials * TAS Open Zoom Meeting Room * Private TAS Facebook Group |
Sisterhood designed by Bunny Leighton Appliquéd by Anita M Smith - Click on image to enlarge |
Stitch a Piece of American History
An Extraordinary 1848 Quilt with
Connections to Gettysburg and the Civil War
Created in 1848, this remarkable quilt is more than a beautiful work of appliqué—it is a piece of American history. With connections to Gettysburg and the Civil War, this extraordinary design continues to inspire quilters who appreciate both history and the art of appliqué
Quilt historian and designer Brenda Papadakis carefully recreated the pattern from the original quilt and has graciously given Dena Rosenberg permission to teach this remarkable project for The Appliqué Society.
Whether you choose to recreate the entire quilt or the stunning center medallion, you'll enjoy learning traditional needle-turn appliqué while exploring the story behind this historic masterpiece. Students who prefer prepared-edge appliqué are welcome to use that technique as well.
Workshop Highlights
- Three live workshop sessions
- Learn from instructor Dena Rosenberg
- Create the complete quilt or the center medallion
- Needle-turn instruction (prepared-edge appliqué welcome)
- Center medallion finishes approximately 38" × 48"
- A unique opportunity to recreate an important piece of quilting history
This workshop is offered exclusively to members of The Appliqué Society. Membership opens the door to workshops like this, along with stitch-alongs, educational programs, and a welcoming community of appliqué enthusiasts from around the world.
If you've been thinking about joining TAS, this workshop is a wonderful opportunity to become part of a community that celebrates the art, history, and tradition of appliqué.
Baltimore Liberty Star Bouquet by Nancy Enault Click image to enlarge Check out our resources and videos |
Renaissance Revival by Mariya Waters Click Image to enlarge Upcoming eventsTo be included in future events become a member.
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Jane Austin appliquéd by Katie McMullen Click image to enlarge |
Welcome to The Applique Society! |
The Applique Society's mission is to promote, teach, and encourage the love of all types of applique in quilting. We work to educate and promote public interest in the world of applique, as well as encourage and inspire creativity. The Applique Society (TAS) and its members want to ensure that the art of applique will continue through the generations. |