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Quiltworx University Tucson 2027

TUCSON, ARIZONA โ€ข May 24-28, 2027

Posted 4/17/2026

Your Desert Quilting Adventure Awaits!

May 24-28, 2027 โ€ข Tucson, Arizona

Hello quilty adventurers! We are thrilled to welcome you back to the Arizona desert for Quiltworx University at MISA’s stunning Tucson Campus โ€” and we couldn’t be more excited to be returning to this incredible Tanque Verde Ranch venue for the fourth time!

For five full days, you’ll sew alongside Judy and a talented team of Certified Instructors in a breathtaking setting framed by the Rincon Mountains and the sweeping vistas of Saguaro State Park.

Whether you’re just beginning your quilting journey or you’ve been piecing for decades, this event is designed to inspire, challenge, and delight quilters at every skill level. Seats go fast โ€” and this is one desert adventure you absolutely do not want to miss!

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“Quiltworx University in Tuscon was amazing. Thank you Judy and Judel for making it so amazing. Thank you Michele Everts and Pam for helping. I love this mixer and really enjoyed putting it together. I told myself this is a once in a lifetime trip well I was wrong already plan on doing another one.”

โ€” Vicki Bolin Brown – Past Tucson Attendee

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Meet Your Instructors

One of the greatest joys of an event this size is the opportunity to bring together an extraordinary team of talent under one roof. Joining Judy in the classroom will be three hand-picked Quiltworx Certified Instructors โ€” each one passionate, experienced, and genuinely excited to work with you. Together, they’ll guide you through every block of the exclusive project, offering personalized attention and support every step of the way.

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Judy Niemeyer

Kalispell, MT

The creative force behind Quiltworx, Judy Niemeyer has spent decades transforming foundation paper piecing into an art form loved by quilters around the world. At Quiltworx University, she brings her expertise, warmth, and infectious enthusiasm directly to you โ€” teaching alongside the team, sharing her techniques, and making sure every single student leaves inspired.

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Michele Everts

Fort Laramie, WY

Micheleย is a Certified Quiltworx Instructor based in Fort Laramie, Wyoming, who began quilting when her son was born and has since completed over 60 Quiltworx quilts. Known for her positive, upbeat energy in the classroom, Michele is devoted to giving each student personal attention and making sure everyone feels at ease โ€” and celebrated โ€” throughout the process.

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Toni Oyler

Toni Oyler

Colleyville, TX

Toni is a Texas-based instructor, award-winning quilter, and founder of The Unfiltered Quilters, where laughter and learning go hand in hand. With over 100 completed Quiltworx projects and a passion for paper piecing, Toni brings a wealth of technique and contagious enthusiasm to every class she teaches.

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May Black

Duvall, WA

May is a Certified Instructor based in Rolla, Missouri, who has been sharing her love of Judy Niemeyer’s techniques with students in guilds and quilt shops for years. May’s warm teaching style and deep appreciation for color and creativity make her a wonderful guide for quilters at any stage of their journey

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Meet the On-Site Certified Shop!

We’re always thrilled to partner will be Pink Door Fabrics, a beloved Colorado-based shop founded in 2011 from a deep love of bright, modern, beautifully curated fabrics. The Pink Door team has a true eye for color and a gift for pairing fabrics โ€” and yes, theyโ€™re big Tula Pink fans, carrying her full range of collections and solids. Theyโ€™re known for custom kits that take the guesswork out of choosing fabrics, and their popular Block of the Month program keeps quilters inspired all year. At Quiltworx University Tucson, Judel Niemeyer will work directly with Pink Door to help you select fabrics and build a custom kit thatโ€™s uniquely yours. Theyโ€™ll also have any lastโ€‘minute notions you may need on site.

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Here’s What’s Waiting for You in Tucson:

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Learn from the best โ€” five full days of expert, hands-on guidance from Judy and Judel Niemeyer alongside three hand-picked Quiltworx Certified Instructors, designed for every skill level.

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Create an exclusive, heirloom-quality quilt designed just for this event โ€” available in multiple sizes so you can customize your project to your vision.

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Shop our exclusive pop-up store stocked with Judy and Judel’s favorite fabric collections, Quiltworx patterns, tools, and must-have notions โ€” only available to attendees.

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6 months of Quiltster included โ€” use it before the event to plan and order your custom kit, which will be cut and ready for you when you arrive.

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Sew in one of Arizona’s most spectacular settings โ€” the spacious, rustic-elegant Barn with breathtaking views of the Rincon Mountains and Saguaro State Park, with 24-hour studio access.

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Trunk shows, demos, give-aways, and show & tells โ€” nightly inspiration from stunning quilts and your fellow quilters, with Judel Niemeyer on-site designing and Quiltster demos throughout the week.

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Lodging & Dining โ€” First Class in Every Way

Private Room: $5,145.00ย | Shared Room: $4,295.00 | Day Student: $2,570.00

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When the day’s sewing is done, Tanque Verde Ranch is waiting to wrap you in the finest Southwest hospitality. Book your accommodations directly through the Madeline Island School of the Arts (MISA) and enjoy first-class lodging with outstanding food, exceptional customer service, and attention to every detail.

Private rooms feature daily maid service, individually controlled HVAC, Wi-Fi, a mini fridge, coffee maker, and convenient parking.

Shared rooms with two queen beds are also available, and all lodging options include three exquisite meals daily prepared by a master chef.

Start your mornings with fruit and yogurt, crisp bacon with eggs, or the Ranch’s signature pancakes. Midday, a gourmet buffet lunch with seasonal vegetables and rotating entrees keeps you energized for the studio. Evenings bring stunning Southwest dinner cuisine โ€” and the highlight of the week for many guests is the Cottonwood Grove Ranch Barbeque with live entertainment under the open Arizona sky.

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Prefer to make your own arrangements? Gather your friends and find the Arizona vacation rental of your dreams, or if you’re local to the Tucson area, you’re welcome to join us each day and sleep in your own bed each night! Day Student registration includes daily lunch, onsite parking, studio access, and MISA staff support.

Pricing starts at $2,500. Contact us for full lodging and registration details.

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Your Exclusive Project: A Sneak Peek Worth Getting Excited About

These projects will range in price from $300 for the smaller patterns up to $800 for King Size designs, with backing and binding.

Paradise in Blooms โ€” inspiration for the Tucson exclusive project.

Every Quiltworx University event features a one-of-a-kind exclusive project โ€” and Tucson is no exception. We are absolutely thrilled to announce that this event’s exclusive project is our beloved Paradise in Blooms Mixer*, and this time, it’s coming back with a full re-imagining that will take your breath away. Brand-new mixer blocks, never-before-seen layouts, fresh techniques, and all the creative brilliance of the Quiltworx Design Team are being brought together to create something truly special โ€” and truly unique to you.

This isn’t just a repeat. It’s an entirely new experience built on a foundation you already love. You’ll use Quiltster to plan and personalize your own colorway, and your custom-cut kit will be cut down to strip size, labeled, and waiting when you arrive in Tucson.

NOTE: *For those coming to the Montana Quiltworx University, while the project is the same Mixer Series, we can’t release all of our great ideas at once!ย So, we will be dividing this quilt into two releases, including different layouts, new blocks, and fresh designs.

Official Project Announcement Coming OCTOBER 2026!

Stay tuned โ€” we’ll be sharing all the details about blocks, sizing options, and how to get started in Quiltster. In the meantime, let this gorgeous inspiration fuel your excitement and get your creative wheels turning!

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Don’t Let Another Quilter Take Your Spot!

With spaces filling fast for this highly anticipated retreat, secure your seat today and start looking forward to the quilting experience of a lifetime!

Questions?

“The retreat was super informative and fun. Loved meeting fellow quilters from all over. Judy and Judel and their CIโ€˜s were great and so helpful. I want to say how great it was to have precut kits available at the retreat. It was so easy to get started and to be able to start sewing on day one. The kits were labeled and arranged fabulously. Job well done as was the organization of the event. Loved traveling with my friend Carol and hope they do it again soon.”

โ€” Kay Opilka, Quiltworx University Attendee

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Quiltworx University Tucson is more than a quilting event โ€” it’s five days of creativity, community, world-class instruction, and memories that will last a lifetime. Whether it’s your first Quiltworx University or you’ve joined us before, we promise this one will be your favorite yet. Spaces fill quickly, so don’t wait. The sun is shining, the desert is calling, and your quilting adventure awaits!

With love and fabric,

The Quiltworx Team

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