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Quiltworx University Texas 2026

QUITMAN, TEXAS • April 12-17, 2026

Posted 11/18/2025

Quiltworx University - Texas 2026 - Ready, Set, Plan Your Projects!

If You Love the Project, Sign Up Today!

We're beyond excited about this upcoming retreat, and the beautiful design options Judy and Brad have created especially for this event! We're pleased to present exciting NEW blocks and layouts for the Kaleidoscope Mixer series which can be purchased for this workshop through Quiltster or the onsite shop hosted by Stitchin' Heaven.

We've got NINE layouts, in FIVE sizes, with DOZENS of block options, and over 100 fabric collections to choose from!

Read on for information about how the to keep abreast of the latest event information, as well as the details on how the Exclusive Project works!

 

⚠️IMPORTANT⚠️

Because of the size and complexity of the project and the class, students MUST work on only the Kaleidoscope Mixer for this event.

 

Quiltworx University - Texas 2026

You can always find past correspondence and information about this event on the Quiltworx website here: https://new.quiltworx.com/quiltworx-university-texas-2026/

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To keep up to date on what's happening for this retreat and to communicate with fellow attendees and our hosts, please join the Stitchin' Heaven Quiltworx University 2026 Facebook group.

 

PLAN YOUR PROJECT!

Planning your Quiltworx University project offers three exciting paths, each tailored to different quilting preferences and levels of customization.

OPTION 1 - PURCHASE A PUBLISHED PATTERN AND PREPARE YOUR OWN PROJECT: If you prefer to start with a published pattern, this option allows you to purchase Fancy Flamingo or Bioluminescence patterns through Certified Shop Stitchin' Heaven, Quiltworx, or the Quiltster Event Portal (you must be logged into your Quiltster account). With yardage charts included, you’ll source and prepare your own fabric, ensuring everything is cut, labeled, and ready for class. This choice is ideal for quilters who enjoy selecting their own materials while working within a structured design.  

OPTION 2 - CHOOSE A PRE-DESIGNED KIT: For those who prefer a streamlined experience, this option provides pre-designed kits, exclusively created for this event. These Kaleidoscope Mixer kits offer a variety of curated designs, eliminating the need for fabric selection or pattern customization. As part of your enrollment, you will receive a six-month Quiltster account, which is essential for purchasing your kit. This option is perfect for quilters who want a beautifully coordinated project without the extra work of choosing individual elements. 

OPTION 3 - DESIGN YOUR OWN CUSTOM QUILT:  This option offers the ultimate creative freedom, allowing you to design your own custom quilt. Through Quiltster’s platform, you can mix and match blocks, select fabrics from Stitchin' Heaven's collection, and even explore six different quilt sizes for a fully personalized project. Your six-month Quiltster subscription enables you to experiment with endless combinations, or, for additional guidance, you can consult Judel Niemeyer for a design fee to refine your vision. This option is ideal for those who love innovation and want their quilt to be truly one-of-a-kind.

 

⚠️IMPORTANT⚠️

Yardage and purchasing options are not available yet. We're working to have them ready by January 1st. Until then, no need to worry about yardage details or fabric availability!

 

Purchase a Fancy Flamingo or Bioluminescence Pattern. Releasing in December!

Both patterns will be available for purchase through Stitchin' Heaven upon release. If you select Option 1, you will have the flexibility to choose your own fabrics and assemble your kit using the yardage details provided with the pattern. Once you place your order, the pattern will be shipped to you upon release. For those interested in a pre-arranged kit, Stitchin' Heaven also offers the option to create one upon request—simply reach out to them directly.

Fancy Flamingo • 80" or 118"

Estimated Price*: $63.50

Fancy Flamingo

Bioluminescence • 100x100

Estimated Price*: $111.50

Bioluminescence

*Note: Prices will be finalized at the time of publication.

Kaleidoscope Mixer Kits

If selecting blocks and fabrics feels overwhelming, we’ve got you covered with exclusive fabric kits designed by Judel Niemeyer—available only to event attendees.

By choosing this option, we’ll handle all the prep work for you. Your kit will be cut and fully prepared for class, eliminating the need for any advance preparation. We’ll bring it directly to the workshop, so all you have to do is start sewing!

To order, locate your desired kit in Quiltster by clicking on Quilt Planner from your Dashboard. Scroll down to the bottom and click the blue Enter button next to Quiltworx University Texas 2026 to begin. Open the project by clicking Customize, give it a name, and save it to your account.

Hold onto your project and refine it as much as you like until ordering opens January 1, 2026. We’ll send out an announcement when it’s time! Once ordering is live, simply click Add to Cart, follow the checkout process, and your kit will be ready for the event. Choose one—or more—of the inspiring designs!


KITS DESIGNED BY JUDEL

If you're familiar with Judel, you already know her exceptional talent for color selection. We’re excited to share this stunning array of vibrant colorways and thoughtfully designed layouts, available in a variety of sizes for you to explore and enjoy.

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Bloom Grove • 68" Square Lumin: Bloom Grove

Bloom Grove • 68" Square

Island Batik/Lumin: Bloom Grove

Rusted Snowflake • 68" Square Northcott: Assorted Collections

Rusted Snowflake • 68" Square

Northcott: Assorted Collections

Sand and Sea • 68" Square Free Spirit: Tim Holtz Assorted Collections

Sand and Sea  • 68" Square

Free Spirit: Tim Holtz Assorted Collections

Tula's Star • 68" Square Free Spirit: Tula Pink True Colors and Grayworks

Tula's Star • 68" Square

Free Spirit: Tula Pink True Colors and Grayworks

Supernova • 80" Square Island Batik: Assorted Collections

Easter Lily • 80" Square

Timeless Treasures: Color Stock

Fancy Flamingo • 80" Square Timeless Treasures: Apple Basket

Fancy Flamingo  • 80" Square

Timeless Treasures: Apple Basket

Kings Court Dark • 99" Square Timeless Treasures: Assorted Collections

Kings Court Dark • 99" Square

Timeless Treasures: Assorted Collections

The Flower Garden • 99" Square Timeless Treasures: Valley Blossoms

Kings Court Light • 99" Square

Timeless Treasures: Assorted Collections

Blue Bayou • 99" Square Timeless Treasures: ColorStock

Blue Bayou • 99" Square

Timeless Treasures: ColorStock

Cleopatra • 99" Square Robert Kaufman: Golden Feathers

Cleopatra • 99" Square

Robert Kaufman: Golden Feathers

Tranquil Spring • 99" Square Timeless Treasures: Valley Blossoms

Tranquil Spring • 99" Square

Timeless Treasures: Valley Blossoms

Sunflower • 99" Square Free Spirit: Kaffe Fasset Assorted Collections

Sunflower • 99" Square

Free Spirit: Kaffe Fasset

Assorted Collections

Bioluminescence • 100" Square Timeless Treasures: Valley Blossoms

Bioluminescence • 100" Square

Timeless Treasures: Valley Blossoms

Pomegranate • 68" Square Timeless Treasures: Apple Basket

Pomegranate • 68" Square

Timeless Treasures: Apple Basket

Autumn Sunrise • 118" Square Island Batik/Lumin: Starry Seas

Autumn Sunrise  • 118" Square

Island Batik/Lumin: Starry Seas

The Beach Cottage • 118" Square Andover: Beach House

The Beach Cottage  • 118" Square

Andover: Beach House

Vermillion Cliffs King • 118" Square Riley Blake: Golden Arabella

Vermillion Cliffs King • 118" Square

Riley Blake: Golden Arabella

Poinsettia Radiance • 118" Square Timeless Treasures: Apple Basket

Fancy Flamingo  • 118" Square

Timeless Treasures: Apple Basket

Create a completely customized quilt by selecting your preferred quilt size, blocks for each section, and fabrics from over 1500 fabrics!

You have two ways to bring your vision to life:

  1. Use Quiltster! As part of your event enrollment, you’ll receive a six-month subscription to Quiltster, allowing you to experiment with different combinations. Mix and match blocks and fabrics across six quilt sizes and eight unique layouts to create your perfect design.
  2. Let Us Design It With You! For a $40 design fee, you can collaborate one-on-one with Judel Niemeyer as she uses Quiltster to craft your ideal quilt. Simply pay the Design Fee, then email judel@quiltworx.com with your preferred blocks and any inspirations for color and design. You’ll have final approval before your quilt is kitted.

No matter which approach you choose, we’ll handle all the fabric preparation. Your quilt kit will be cut to exact strip sizes, meticulously labeled, and ready for you to begin cutting out templates. It will be waiting at your quilting station, so there’s no prep work required—just arrive and start creating!

What You Can Expect

 


BLOCK AND FABRIC OPTIONS

Your options for blocks and fabrics are shown below. If you have any questions about how to use Quiltster, we strongly encourage you to visit the Quiltster Youtube Channel and watch some tutorials before you get started.

Here's a valuable video (not directly related to this project, but related to the Quiltworx University Planning process) which gives you a great walk-through of how the program works. While the video below is in an older version of Quiltster that looks slightly different than yours, once you click into the Quilt Editor, the process works the same. Click the image below to watch the tutorial. 


Quiltworx University Project Planning Video
 

QUILT LAYOUTS

9 Layouts • 5 Sizes!

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Kaleidoscope Mixer Layouts!
Kaleidoscope Mixer Layouts!
 

A BLOCKS

A Blocks
 

B BLOCKS

B BLOCKS
 

E BLOCKS

E BLOCKS
 

F BLOCKS

F BLOCKS
 

12x12 BLOCKS

12x12 BLOCKS
 

281-D BLOCKS

281-D BLOCKS
 

242-D BLOCKS

242-D BLOCKS
 

H BLOCKS

H BLOCKS
 

K BLOCKS

K Borders
 

Fabric Options

CS Stitchin' Heaven is offering you fabrics from the following collections!

NOTE: Click the links below to be taken to the collections in Quiltster. Please know that in some cases the whole collection may not be available to use as part of the workshop. Only the fabrics included in the event will appear when coloring your Quiltworx University Texas 2026 projects.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

RJR Fabrics

 

Robert Kaufman

 
 

Posted 10/21/2025

Join the Fun at Quiltworx University - Texas 2026!

Quiltworx University is heading back to Texas—and we’re bringing the creativity with us! Hosted once again at the beloved Stitchin' Heaven in Quitman, this retreat promises five unforgettable days of expert instruction, inspiration, and connection. And for those who love to see the project before they commit—we’ve got exciting news!

Here are three exclusive quilt projects from our Kaleidoscope and Exploded Kaleidoscope Mixer series, and we're excited to unveil more coming November 15!

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Each Quiltworx University offers five or more size options (from wall hanging to king), each with three (or more) block groups with multiple block choices, and access to hundreds of curated fabrics. Whether you customize your own layout, choose a pre-designed kit, or purchase a pattern and use fabrics from your stash, your quilt will be uniquely yours—and only available through Quiltworx University Texas 2026.

Whether you're a seasoned Quiltworx devotee or just beginning your paper piecing journey, this retreat is designed to spark creativity and build confidence. With expert guidance from Judy Niemeyer and our Certified Instructors, you'll enjoy five days of immersive instruction, inspiring presentations, and access to a pop-up shop filled with Quiltworx patterns, tools, and fabric galore. Plus, your 6-month Quiltster subscription makes it easy to plan your project down to the last stitch. Add in travel-friendly options, community connection, and time to explore the charm of East Texas—and you've got a quilting experience like no other.

Ready to design a quilt that’s truly your own?

Spots for Quiltworx University Texas 2026 are limited, and with exclusive projects already revealed, now’s the perfect time to secure your seat. Whether you’re customizing every detail or choosing a curated kit, this retreat is your chance to create something unforgettable—with expert guidance, vibrant community, and all the tools you need.

🧵 Click below to reserve your spot and start planning your Texas quilting adventure today!

 

Discover what makes Quiltworx University an unforgettable experience through the words of past attendees.

 

"Finally finished my Mariners Compass from Quiltworx University 2024 in Texas. I love this quilt and the event at Stitchin Heaven in Quitman was so fabulous. I have to do another of these workshops!"

~ Susan Womack

 

"Had the best time and learned so much!!! This retreat was a dream come true and I hope to do it again!!! The CI’s were the best! Made some awesome new friends that will stay in touch with for a lifetime! The employees were amazing and so helpful. Judy and Judel were everything I imagined! I cannot imagine what all I will create after this but it will definitely be better after all that I learned!!!"

~ Arlene Madding Mears

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Posted 8/21/2025

Announcing Quiltworx University - Texas 2026!

What are you doing April 12-17, 2026?

Mark your calendars and start making plans! In 2026, Quiltworx University is heading back to Texas and one of our favorite venues, Stitchin’ Heaven in Quitman, Texas!

Quiltworx University brings together beginners and experienced paper piecers for five days glorious of expert instruction, creativity, and community. With guidance from Judy Niemeyer and an outstanding team of Certified Instructors, you’ll create an exclusive heirloom-quality quilt while forming friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.

What’s in store for you?

✅ Five days of hands-on teaching with Quiltworx experts.

✅ Access to an exclusive onsite pop-up quilt shop stocked with Quiltworx patterns, tools, and a gorgeous assortment of fabrics.

✅ Inspiring trunk shows and special presentations tailored to student interests.

✅ A 6-month Quiltster subscription, allowing you to custom design your own project or choose a curated design.

✅ Opportunities to connect with fellow quilters and draw inspiration from each other.

✅ Travel options designed for quilters who want to bring their spouse along.

✅ Time to explore the surrounding areas and make the most of your retreat experience.

Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait—start planning your Texas quilting adventure today!

 

Discover what makes Quiltworx University an unforgettable experience through the words of past attendees from both Texas and Montana. These four testimonials capture the creativity, camaraderie, and expert guidance that make each event truly special.

 

“Finally finished my Mariners Compass from Quiltworx University 2024 in Texas. I love this quilt and the event at Stitchin Heaven in Quitman was so fabulous. I have to do another of these workshops!”

~ Susan Womack

 

“Had the best time and learned so much!!! This retreat was a dream come true and I hope to do it again!!! The CI’s were the best! Made some awesome new friends that will stay in touch with for a lifetime! The employees were amazing and so helpful. Judy and Judel were everything I imagined! I cannot imagine what all I will create after this but it will definitely be better after all that I learned!!!”

~ Arlene Madding Mears

SUBSCRIBE TODAY!

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