Join Us. CQA

Saturday, March 14, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
In Person at Seattle Pacific University, Bertona Hall
Meeting will be recorded

Join Lynn for a lively and personal trunk show featuring more than 30 quilts as she
shares her creative journey—transforming inspirational photographs into expressive art
quilts. Along the way, Lynn will talk about lessons learned from mistakes, the
importance of finding a supportive creative community, and the joy of artistic discovery.

“Although I began quilting in 1985, portraiture is where I found my true artistic voice. I
am especially drawn to capturing emotion—the subtle expressions that tell a story
beyond words. Using raw-edge appliqué and detailed threadwork, I layer fabrics like
paint, carefully building depth, value, and dimension.”

“Since discovering portrait quilting in 2006, I have been deeply engaged in the process
of transforming fabric and thread into expressive human likenesses. Working without
formal art training, I’ve developed my skills through years of exploration, learning, and
making—continually refining my understanding of design, color, and value. Fabric has
been a constant in my life since childhood, and it remains my most natural and
expressive medium. Thread, for me, functions as a drawing tool—defining form,
suggesting movement, and bringing each portrait to life.”

Lynn’s work has been exhibited at national and regional shows, including the
International Quilt Festival in Houston, the American Quilter’s Society show in Paducah,
Road2California, the NW Quilting Expo, and the Association of Pacific West Quilters.
She has received multiple Awards of Merit for Outstanding Achievement in Quiltmaking
from the National Association of Certified Quilt Judges.

Lynn says “Teaching is an essential part of my practice. I love helping students see
differently— guiding them to understand value, simplify complexity, and trust their
creative instincts. Whether someone is new to portrait work or looking to expand their
skills, I strive to create a supportive environment where experimentation is encouraged
and growth feels achievable.” If interested workshop, contact her at her email.

We welcome prospective members who live at least part time in Washington State to try a meeting. Meetings run from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month.

Meetings are via Zoom or on the Seattle Pacific University campus. (See directions, maps, and room information, below.) For in person meetings, bring yourself a sack lunch if you wish.

If you live in Washington and would like to join a virtual meeting as a guest, contact membership for the link.

To become a member click here and go to "Join the CQA".

For in-person meetings:
Directions to Bertona Hall on the Seattle Pacific University campus:

GPS entry: 107 West Bertona, Seattle 98119

From I-5, take the NE 50th Street exit and drive west. Turn left (south) on Fremont Avenue N—about two miles. Get into the right lane as you cross the Fremont bridge and take the first turn-off to the right and then immediately right again onto Nickerson Street. Follow Nickerson for about half a mile, and turn left (south) at the stoplight for 3rd Avenue West. You are now on the SPU campus.Turn left onto 3rd.

Enter the parking lot on your left by turning into the driveway beside the Subway. Our building is on the east side of the parking lot, a one-story red brick building. Parking in the lot is free for us on weekends; ignore the restricted parking and "No Parking" signs.

Click here to see a map of the entire SPU campus.

Month	Speaker
March 14, 2026	Lynn Czaban, Fiber Artist, in person at SPU and via Zoom
April 11, 2026	Holly Cole, Fiber Artist, Follow Your Bliss, Zoom only
May 9, 2026	Linda Reisterer, How Long Did It Take You To Make That Quilt? My Whole Life!
June 13, 2026	Play Date!

Monthly Meetings