Learn With Me

Jennifer's love of making is contagious. She is a warm and vibrant teacher who takes your skills to the next level with engaging courses, bringing discovery and fun into your life 

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OMBRÉ QUILTS by Jennifer Sampou • 2019 C&T Publishing
Many of Jennifer's classes are based on her Fall 2019 release of Ombre Quilts in conjunction with SKY (RobertKaufman.com)a 30 piece ombré digitally printed fabric collection, soon to be 46 (2022 October release). Her maiden voyage to promote her exciting book and fabric was an invitation by Australian Quilt Market in Melbourne to be their guest designer and keynote speaker as well as touring Australia, even as far as Perth to teach! in 2020, She pivoted to Live/Online learning and offering webinars to guilds, shops and associations. See offerings below. Sign up for our mailing list to keep up to date for teaching and travel dates. Buy Here. 

Creative Spark Online Learning

On Demand. Your Time, Your schedule!
CREATIVE SPARK ONLINE LEARNING
Jennifer's online classes and lectures are offered through  Creative Spark Online Learning. The technology is excellent, customizable,  and recently easier for all to partake. She leads live presentations (perfect for guilds and shops), discussion groups, and also for individuals to go at your own pace/on demand options. All from the comfort of your sewing space. Jennifer misses traveling to see you all, but she has turned engaging on Zoom into an art where you feel connected and learn so much too! 

Boost Your Color Confidence • Ombré Table Runner
On demand online class $79.99
In this pre-recorded and self-directed course, Jennifer shares extensive instruction on color, design, construction, finishing and even matchstick quilting. Instructor and Student Community Discussions are included. You will have access for 1 year.
Also available with a LIVE workshop from time to time.

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Ombré Tote 
On demand online class $49.99
The Ombré Tote is such a satisfying project to create. Make this tote in a variety of sizes to suit your needs... perfect for a day trip, holding your current WIP’s, or running to the market in style. 
You’ll gain valuable skills in this course! I'll bring you into my studio space and teach you my secrets for success. This class is warm and engaging, as I cheer you on in a fun yet relaxed pace. Best of all, you’ll end up with a tote that is uniquely yours.

Bet you can’t make just one. -Jennifer 
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Also available with a LIVE workshop from time to time.

Retreats

Treat yourself to special week long retreats at destinations rich with natural inspiration.

​MISA • Santa Fe, New Mexico Campus
​High Desert Hues 5 day retreat
April 25-29, 2022. 9am-4pm MST
In Person • $950
Misa West is a 5 day workshop in Santa Fe, New Mexico for quilters ready to absorb the high desert hues  into their creative quilt making process. Immersed in Georgia O’keefe country, we will explore bold blocks, color mapping with new earth inspired SKY Ombrés (Robert Kaufman) and how to incorporate your own stash as you cut and piece luscious fabrics. A combination of structure and improvisation students explore new concepts while keeping rhythm. Jennifer’s own OMBRÉ QUILTS Book (C&T Publishing) will be referenced and expanded upon. Trips to The Georgia Okeefe museum, observing sunsets will enhance student’s joy and work. One on one meetings at beginning and end of week with Jennifer to discuss ideas, goals and aspirations. See MISA website for more information,
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MISA • Madeline Island Campus, La Pointe WI
Cabin Glow 5 day retreat
September 19-23, 2022. 
In Person
Cabin Glow is a 5 day workshop on Madeline Island for quilters witnessing the changing seasons with a desire to incorporate the color and mood of this amazing island into their creative quilt making process. Immersed in natural beauty, we will create Log Cabin blocks with focus on color harmonies using Jennifer's additional 16 new SKY Reflections Ombrés. Precision block making is taught and discovery is enhanced as students explore value, color and the magic of ombre fabrics. Jennifer’s own Log Cabin Star Pattern and OMBRÉ QUILTS Book (C&T Publishing) will be used during retreat. Lakeshore walks, strolls along the beaver dams and canoe paddles in the estuary at bookends of the day will quiet you into discovery and enhance your creativity. One on one maker meetings at beginning and end of week with Jennifer to discuss ideas, learning and goals. See MISA website for more information,

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MISA • Tanque Verde Ranch, Tuscon AZ
Octagon Oasis  5 day retreat
November 28 - December 3rd, 2022. 
In Person
Octagon Oasis is a 5 day retreat at the award winning Tanque Verde Resort for quilters who love the desert landscape and an old west luxury vibe.  Using jumbo templates you will create a modern verion of the antique spider web block design. With nature at every turn of your stay, we will study and absorb the palette and texture of this breathtaking place.  Learn the process of making a structured block popped with improv color accents as you created this exciting quilt. Color and value are part of everyday lessons with sewing techniques demonstrated. Jennifer’s own Octagon Shimmer Pattern(C&T Publishing) will be followed. Horseback, spa and pool, hikes and biking are available during your stay... and enhance your creative flow:) One on one maker meetings at beginning and end of week with Jennifer to expand your skills. See MISA website for more information,

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