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The mission and purpose of the Chicago Modern Quilt Guild is to provide a community based on common interests, building friendships, sharing inspiration and educating each other with a focus on modern quilting. The guild supports and encourages the growth and development of modern quilting through art, community building, and education.

We support our members through in-person and virtual monthly meetings, twice-annual retreats, expert guest instructors, charity work and more. Join us!

Photo: Triangles quilt by Erika Mulvenna

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Membership comes with many benefits: a monthly newsletter, charity projects, sew-alongs, VIP sign-up opportunities for workshops, spring and fall retreats, and free admission to all meetings, including expert guest speakers. By joining CMQG you’ll also be part of the international Modern Quilt Guild, which offers endless opportunities for learning, growth and friendship. 

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Photo: Quilt in progress by Emily Bruzzini

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We are an active guild with lots going on! From meetings to sewcials, guest expert speakers to retreats, you can find all of our events here. We can’t wait to learn with you!

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August 2024 Meeting: Where Do YOU Sew?

October 4, 2024

President Carolyn Strug welcomed attendees.  Announcements: Programming:  For our August meeting, Amy Ortega put together a fantastic presentation showcasing many of our sewing spaces, with help from Donna Moscinski. Thank

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June 2024 Recap: All About Pouches

June 27, 2024

President Carolyn Strug welcomed attendees.  Announcements Programming There were three pouch demonstrations by Susan Holderread, Lynn Bailey, and Angie Wright — thanks for all the demos, y’all! Angie demonstrated the

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