Welcome to the Denton Quilt Guild! Based in Denton, Texas, we’re a vibrant community of over 200 quilters. Our creations range from timeless traditional quilts to nationally recognized art quilts—and everything in between. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, you’ll find inspiration, support, and friendship here.
News and Notes
The 2026 Guild Challenge: Boot Scootin’
In honor of this year’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, our challenge theme honors a uniquely American symbol – a Texas icon – the cowboy boot. They represent the independence and spirit of the American West, bringing to mind a legacy of hard work, self-reliance and freedom. The challenge gives you the freedom to express this global icon in whatever way connects most with you! Express yourself!
CLICK HERE to go to the Guild Initiative page for more info and instructions.
The 2026 Guild Initiative: Wonky Churn Dash Blocks
Each year, we choose a simple block that all members of the guild can make. Make as many as you like – using your choice of fabric, with a white-ish background. Turn them in at the Kid Kwilt table at any guild meeting, and the Kids Bee will assemble the blocks into finished quilts for our outreach partner donations.
This year, we’re doing Wonky Churn Dash Blocks! So much fun!
CLICK HERE to go to the Guild Initiative page for more info and instructions.
The 2026-2027 Directory is available exclusively for members. You must be logged in with the current member login credentials (found on your 2026-2027 membership card.)
Log in, then Click HERE
Next Monthly Meeting
Upcoming Events…
Wool Crazy bee meets on the 1st Wednesday, 11:30 am-2:30 pm
First United Methodist Church
call or text Cindy Bickhaus (940) 390-4171
We will make Adult Clothing Protectors, commonly called Adult Bibs for residents at Nursing/Assisted Living facilities. This sewing event is sponsored by the CASA group. Everyone is welcome; there is no cost to participate!
When: June 10, September 30
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00pm
Debbe Brackett
214-437-0968
Denise Bartosh, Quilt Appraiser
Denise Bartosh, M.A., is an AQS certified appraiser of quilted textiles, judge, lecturer, quilt collector, quilt historian, award-winning quilter, educator, and restorer. She is driven by an incredible passion for quilts and their makers throughout the strands of time.
Denise belongs to the American Quilter’s Society, Professional Association of Appraisers of Quilted Textiles, American Quilt Study Group, Quilter’s Guild of Dallas, Garland Quilt Guild, & Austin Area Quilt Guild.
Her website is: DeniseBartosh.com
Denise Bartosh, M.A., is an AQS certified appraiser of quilted textiles, judge, lecturer, quilt collector, quilt historian, award-winning quilter, educator, and restorer. She is driven by an incredible passion for quilts and their makers throughout the strands of time.
Denise belongs to the American Quilter’s Society, Professional Association of Appraisers of Quilted Textiles, American Quilt Study Group, Quilter’s Guild of Dallas, Garland Quilt Guild, & Austin Area Quilt Guild.
Her website is: DeniseBartosh.com
Encore WORKSHOP: QISS: The NEW Quilt-As-You-Go Method
Box Car Quilts, from 10-3 with a break for lunch,
3598 Warschun Road, Aubrey
Includes:
Fabric
Batting
Fork Pins
Glue Baste It
Marking Pencil
Thread
Claudia Kopel 940-435-9669 DQGWorkshops@gmail.com
Sandra Sirignano 817-821-2107 DQGWorkshops@gmail.com
Wool Crazy bee meets on the 1st Wednesday, 11:30 am-2:30 pm
First United Methodist Church
call or text Cindy Bickhaus (940) 390-4171
Our First Tuesday Sew Days at the Green Valley School are a great way to get together with other members, making fun things for our booth at the Alternative Gifts Fair. We sometimes have a project for the month, but you’re welcome to come along and work on other ideas of things we can include in the sale. If you’re looking for ideas of some great things to make, visit our Gift Fair Ideas page.
Bring a lunch; Coffee and Tea provided free of charge, other beverages available for $1.
The annual Alternative Gifts Fair is hostsed by Denton’s First United Methodist Church. It’s open to the general public and includes many unique items for sale. (https://fumcdenton.com/agf)
This year’s AGF is scheduled for Nov 6-8, 2026.
• Creating a color palette that brings you joy.
• Playing with high value contrast and saturation contrast to incorporate sparkle and glow into your gem.
• Strip-piecing the interior facets of your gemstone.
• Assembling the strip-pieced facets to create your own unique gemstone.
• Note: MJ will bring basic freezer paper templates for members to use.
• 18” ruler & small ruler with a ¼” measurement
• 1 baggie or large envelope to hold your paper facets once they are cut apart.
• Scissors and rotary cutting tools (cutter and small personal mat). Bring 2 rotary cutters if you want to cut paper with one and your fabric with another.
• Fabric – Fat Quarters of cotton solids, gradients, or swirly prints. Consider bringing a range of values (light, medium, dark) within two or three colorways. This project works best when you have a very dark value, a very light value, and a range of 2 or 3 medium values. White and black also work well to bump up the “bling” in your gem.
• Iron and ironing mat
• Sewing machine and basic sewing supplies (including pins or clips)
Claudia Kopel 940-435-9669 – DQGWorkshops@gmail.com
Sandra Sirignano 817-821-2107 – DQGWorkshops@gmail.com
Our First Tuesday Sew Days at the Green Valley School are a great way to get together with other members, making fun things for our booth at the Alternative Gifts Fair. We sometimes have a project for the month, but you’re welcome to come along and work on other ideas of things we can include in the sale. If you’re looking for ideas of some great things to make, visit our Gift Fair Ideas page.
Bring a lunch; Coffee and Tea provided free of charge, other beverages available for $1.
The annual Alternative Gifts Fair is hostsed by Denton’s First United Methodist Church. It’s open to the general public and includes many unique items for sale. (https://fumcdenton.com/agf)
This year’s AGF is scheduled for Nov 6-8, 2026.
Wool Crazy bee meets on the 1st Wednesday, 11:30 am-2:30 pm
First United Methodist Church
call or text Cindy Bickhaus (940) 390-4171
Held at Box Car’s Event Center. It is a large room, but seating is limited so be sure to register early.
Our day will start at 9:00 am and end at 7:00 pm. Lunch and dinner will be served, plus games and prizes every day. An email will be sent out before the retreat with the seating chart and and last minute information.
August 13-15 – The fee for all 3 days is $140; for 2 days $105; for 1 day $55.
To be paid in full by July 14.
Our First Tuesday Sew Days at the Green Valley School are a great way to get together with other members, making fun things for our booth at the Alternative Gifts Fair. We sometimes have a project for the month, but you’re welcome to come along and work on other ideas of things we can include in the sale. If you’re looking for ideas of some great things to make, visit our Gift Fair Ideas page.
Bring a lunch; Coffee and Tea provided free of charge, other beverages available for $1.
The annual Alternative Gifts Fair is hostsed by Denton’s First United Methodist Church. It’s open to the general public and includes many unique items for sale. (https://fumcdenton.com/agf)
This year’s AGF is scheduled for Nov 6-8, 2026.
Wool Crazy bee meets on the 1st Wednesday, 11:30 am-2:30 pm
First United Methodist Church
call or text Cindy Bickhaus (940) 390-4171
We will make Adult Clothing Protectors, commonly called Adult Bibs for residents at Nursing/Assisted Living facilities. This sewing event is sponsored by the CASA group. Everyone is welcome; there is no cost to participate!
When: June 10, September 30
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00pm
Debbe Brackett
214-437-0968
Our First Tuesday Sew Days at the Green Valley School are a great way to get together with other members, making fun things for our booth at the Alternative Gifts Fair. We sometimes have a project for the month, but you’re welcome to come along and work on other ideas of things we can include in the sale. If you’re looking for ideas of some great things to make, visit our Gift Fair Ideas page.
Bring a lunch; Coffee and Tea provided free of charge, other beverages available for $1.
The annual Alternative Gifts Fair is hostsed by Denton’s First United Methodist Church. It’s open to the general public and includes many unique items for sale. (https://fumcdenton.com/agf)
This year’s AGF is scheduled for Nov 6-8, 2026.
Wool Crazy bee meets on the 1st Wednesday, 11:30 am-2:30 pm
First United Methodist Church
call or text Cindy Bickhaus (940) 390-4171
Our First Tuesday Sew Days at the Green Valley School are a great way to get together with other members, making fun things for our booth at the Alternative Gifts Fair. We sometimes have a project for the month, but you’re welcome to come along and work on other ideas of things we can include in the sale. If you’re looking for ideas of some great things to make, visit our Gift Fair Ideas page.
Bring a lunch; Coffee and Tea provided free of charge, other beverages available for $1.
The annual Alternative Gifts Fair is hostsed by Denton’s First United Methodist Church. It’s open to the general public and includes many unique items for sale. (https://fumcdenton.com/agf)
This year’s AGF is scheduled for Nov 6-8, 2026.
Wool Crazy bee meets on the 1st Wednesday, 11:30 am-2:30 pm
First United Methodist Church
call or text Cindy Bickhaus (940) 390-4171
Held at Box Car’s Maxine’s Manor. There are only 24 beds available so sign up early.
Check in is noon Thursday and check out is noon Sunday. Meals are provided and games and prizes are always on the schedule. An email sent out before the retreat will include the seating chart, room chart and any last minute information.
We may have cancellations so we will keep a waiting list after it’s full.
November 12-15 – The fee for the entire retreat is $320 (less days are not available). To be paid in full by October 13.
Our First Tuesday Sew Days at the Green Valley School are a great way to get together with other members, making fun things for our booth at the Alternative Gifts Fair. We sometimes have a project for the month, but you’re welcome to come along and work on other ideas of things we can include in the sale. If you’re looking for ideas of some great things to make, visit our Gift Fair Ideas page.
Bring a lunch; Coffee and Tea provided free of charge, other beverages available for $1.
The annual Alternative Gifts Fair is hostsed by Denton’s First United Methodist Church. It’s open to the general public and includes many unique items for sale. (https://fumcdenton.com/agf)
This year’s AGF is scheduled for Nov 6-8, 2026.
Wool Crazy bee meets on the 1st Wednesday, 11:30 am-2:30 pm
First United Methodist Church
call or text Cindy Bickhaus (940) 390-4171
