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Springfield QU - Our motto is "Where the Fun Is!"

Our goal is to encourage the quilting arts and to have fun learning and sharing.

The Springfield Chapter of QU meets EVERY Tuesday (9:30am – noon) year-round at the Firehall of the Greater Springfield Volunteer Fire Department (GSVFD) at 7011 Backlick Road, Springfield, VA 22150.

Our chapter is filled with quilters of all skill levels, and we are continually learning from each other! We have a wide variety of quilting styles - traditional, modern, art quilting, applique, hand quilting and machine quilting.  We host two (Fall and Spring) retreats at nearby retreat facilities and two in-town "retreats" in February and June.  Sew together Tuesday - Thursday at the Firehall and go home at night!

Special events and activities will be announced as they arise, so be sure to check the QU Calendar of Events for more information on our activities. Quilters are welcome to join our SQU Facebook Page by answering a few questions. 

Our monthly meeting schedule (doors open at 9:30am) is:

o First Tuesday – SQU's Business Meeting, Show and Tell, Door Prizes and the “Free Table”.

o Second and Fourth Tuesday - These extra meeting days are for “Sit and Sew” activities, which are informal gatherings to come and sew (machines welcome!), baste your quilts, or just chat with quilting friends. We have irons, cutting mats, table risers to pin quilts, etc.

Third Tuesday – This is our program meeting day (open to all QU members) when we invite professional teachers to visit us with a trunk show or lecture. These teachers may also schedule associated workshops available to SQU members.

o 5th Tuesday of the month - On these "bonus" days (2 or 3 a year) we will, if possible, schedule special events such as sewing support for our Community Service partners.  Open for normal sit and sew activities as well.

o Summer Months – June – August – Open every Tuesday for Sit & Sew activities.

Click here for a printable calendar of all SQU Events through June 30, 2024.  

SQU CONTACT:  SQUPresident@quiltersunlimited.org

Upcoming events

    • June 17, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's End-of-Year Picnic will be a potluck brunch hosted at a fellow member’s home, starting at 10:30 AM. This event is open to all SQU members and is a great opportunity to celebrate the year together in a relaxed, social setting. Additional details, including the location and what to bring, will be shared via email with all members. We look forward to seeing you there!

    Contact Ellen Corrie with any questions.

    • June 24, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150
    • June 24, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • June 26, 2025
    • 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Greater Richmond Convention Center, Richmond, Virginia

    ROAD TO VIRGINIA BUS OPEN TO ALL QU MEMBERS!

    Join your fellow quilters for a day of quilting fun at this amazing show (www.road2va.com).

    We will depart Saratoga Park and Ride on Barta Road, Springfield, VA promptly at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2025, arriving at Richmond Convention Center by 9:45 a.m.

    We will be greeted by a show hostess who will have entry ID for us.

    Bus tickets will be sold through April 15th for $45.00 (including discounted admission ticket - good for all 3 days!).  After April 15th, the bus ticket price remains $45, but you will need to purchase your show entrance ticket at the door.


    • July 01, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • July 08, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150
    Come and join SQU's Sit & Sew summer meetings every Tuesday!  Sit & Sew is open to SQU members, but anyone is welcome to stop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at sit and sew who can help!  
    • August 05, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150
    Come and join SQU's Sit & Sew summer meetings every Tuesday!  Sit & Sew is open to SQU members, but anyone is welcome to stop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at sit and sew who can help!  
    • August 12, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150
    Come and join SQU's Sit & Sew summer meetings every Tuesday!  Sit & Sew is open to SQU members, but anyone is welcome to stop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at sit and sew who can help!  
    • August 19, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • September 02, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's monthly business meeting.

    • September 09, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!



    • September 16, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    Details for this 2025 Program Day will be posted as soon as they are available.  Rest assured, it will be something fun!

    • September 16, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    • GSVFD 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150
    Registration is closed

    This workshop will explore the African/West Indian tradition of Kawandi Quilting while working on a small handmade mini quilt. The workshop includes short presentation on the tradition of Kawandi quilting, and provide a list of resources for further exploration. During this class we work on an entirely hand-made mini quilt, working from the outside into the middle.

    OPEN TO SQU MEMBERS ONLY - REGISTRATION CODE REQUIRED

    • September 23, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings take place on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. While these meetings are primarily for SQU members, we invite anyone interested to drop by and see what we're about! Feel free to bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects, or just come for some friendly conversation. Need assistance with a project? There's always someone at Sit & Sew ready to lend a hand!


     

    • October 07, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • October 07, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's monthly business meeting

    • October 14, 2025
    • October 19, 2025
    • Claggett Center 3035 Buckeystown Pike, Adamstown, MD 21710
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    SQU Fall Retreat – Registration Opens June 1st at 9am!            Open to SQU Members Only!  Registration Code Required.

    The SQU Fall Retreat is being held at the Claggett Center, located at 3035 Buckeystown Pike, Adamstown, MD 21710.

    Dates: October 14–19, 2025
    Cost:  
    Single Room:    $665
                  Double Room:  $573
    NOTE:  Online payment only

    Important Details:

      • Space is limited—first come, first served!
      • A $150 deposit is required to reserve your spot.  Select your room option - Single or Double.
      • A Registration Code is required (available to SQU members only).
      • After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a link to pay the remaining balance at any time before September 1, 2025.
    • October 14, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!


    • October 21, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings take place on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. While these meetings are primarily for SQU members, we invite anyone interested to drop by and see what we're about! Feel free to bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects, or just come for some friendly conversation. Need assistance with a project? There's always someone at Sit & Sew ready to lend a hand!

    In addition, here are today's Pop-Up Demonstrations:

    10:00am - Embroidery Club

    • November 04, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's monthly business meeting. 

    • November 11, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • November 25, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • December 02, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's monthly business meeting.

    • December 09, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • January 06, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's monthly business meeting.

    • January 13, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings take place on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. While these meetings are primarily for SQU members, we invite anyone interested to drop by and see what we're about! Feel free to bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects, or just come for some friendly conversation. Need assistance with a project? There's always someone at Sit & Sew ready to lend a hand!

    • January 20, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Virtual Program

    Precious, the owner of Sew Magarbo will share ways that we can incorporate using our serger in our quilting, as well as many ways to help us use our serger more frequently in our sewing.

    This is a virtual program.  The link will be provided to SQU members in advance of the program.

    • January 27, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • February 03, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's monthly business meeting 

    • February 17, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • February 24, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • March 03, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's monthly business meeting

    • March 17, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • March 17, 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
    • GSVFD 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    During this 4-hour class we will cover 3 different methods for sewing curves so that each student can discover the method that works best for them. We will also be sewing a block that has a curve within the curve, Drunkard’s path, and Orange Peels! 

    This is a great intermediate curves class for quilters who want to gain confidence is sewing multiple style of curves blocks. 

    By the end of this class most students complete the wall hanging size of the pattern. Students will have the skills and confidence to make the throw size quilt if they choose. 

    This class uses my Retro Curved Pieced Quilts book. Each student will be required to purchase the book for the class. Student’s will need to precut their fabric before the class to make the most of our time together. 

    OPEN TO SQU MEMBERS ONLY - REGISTRATION CODE REQUIRED

    • March 24, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!


    • April 07, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's monthly business meeting

    • April 14, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • April 21, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • April 28, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

Contact us at

qutt@quiltersunlimited.org

Address:
PO Box 216 
Merrifield, VA 22116

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