Online Quilting Classes with Ricky Tims

Quilt Luminarium April 2021—Standard

$219.00

Join Ricky Tims for an amazing online experience. It's like nothing else in the quilting industry! This is the standard registration page for Quilt Luminarium April 8-10.

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This is the STANDARD registration page.
For the VIP registration, click here.

View the video trailer above.

Quilt Luminarium is a comprehensive quilt symposium that demystifies seemingly complex concepts, teaches mastery of unique techniques, and harnesses the power of the ever-elusive muse of creativity. A diverse range of topics are presented in such a way that quilters of all experience, expertise, and styles will enjoy. 


For nearly two decades, Ricky's multi-day quilt seminars have been witnessed by thousands. Now, they are being offered virtually from the comfort of you home. There is nothing to compare with an in-person event, but 21st century technology offers the next best thing. See what others had to say in the comments below. The depth, breadth, and clarity of Virtual Quilt Luminiarum affords the best virtual experience possible.

THE VERDICT IS IN!
"There are tears of gratitude running down my face as I write to you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.  You have opened up a new avenue of learning and understanding complex ideas to me." —Michelle Tothill

"Thank you so much for making the Luminarium virtual! I am full from the end of my tippy toes up to the top of my head with all the information!" — 
Dee Dykstra

"Though I was very sad to miss seeing your Luminarium in person, I am in awe of the wonderful job you did in bringing this to us." — Doris Wells

"...you’ve done a marvelous job with the virtual edition. I really appreciate the closeups and all the little tips!" —Wendy Benigno

QUILT LUMINIARIUM IS A STREAMING EVENT - IT'S NOT LIVE!
Each day you will watch the Quilt Luminarium sessions from the comfort of your home and at your convenience. The video sessions are streaming (on-demand) and not posted at a set time for live viewing. The only LIVE aspect will be Q&A sessions via Zoom that will be offered at varying times during the event. This flexible format allows for international participants to watch at their convenience and then choose Q&A sessions on Zoom that best suits their time considerations.

Ricky says, "I made the switch from presenting the Ricky Tims Super Quilt Seminars to doing the more in-depth Quilt Luminairum in 2015. I planned to offer a Virtual Quilt Luminarium option as well. As a result, over the past few years, I had the foresight to record these events, knowing that a recording of a LIVE presentation would be the best way to give registrants the best virtual experience—complete with audience reactions and interaction. Virtual Quilt Luminarium is being assembled from dozens of hours of footage. I must admit, I’m very pleased with the results seeing it all come together."

CONVENIENCE - Get the entire educational experience from the safety of your own home.
DURATION - There are nine sessions on day one, eight sessions on day two, and seven sessions on day three—for a total of twenty-four sessions spanning 11.05 total hours. 
ACCESSIBILITY - Watch at your convenience in any time zone and pace the experience as it best suits you.
INTERACTION - There are live Q & A sessions via Zoom!
COST EFFECTIVE - Save money by foregoing travel, meals, or lodging expenses.
QL SYLLABUS - A 130+ page full color PDF syllabus comes with all Quilt Luminarium registrations. A spiral bound hard copy is available for purchase.

COMMUNICATIONS - This virtual event streams here at www.LetsQuiltTogether.com beginning on April 8th. Registrants begin receiving email notifications about a month prior to the event, and several notices during the event. 

TWO REGISTRATION OPTIONS
The standard registration
allows for access to the streaming video sessions for one week following the end date. Compare options below.

A VIP pass allows you permanent access to the sessions for review at any time in the future. Compare below.

THIS PAGE IS FOR STANDARD REGISTRATION
IF YOU PREFER THE VIP OPTION? - CLICK HERE



QUILT LUMINARIUM TOPICS (all this and more!)

IMPROVISATIONAL PATCHWORK   AMAZING APPLIQUÉ

Learn to quilt "caveman style" without templates, measuring, math, patterns, or quarter-inch seams! Entire quilts or portions of quilts can be made improvisationally. 

 

Learn freeform appliqué, outline appliqué with blanket stitches, and bobbin outline appliqué. Includes thread weight, fiber content, and needles.

       
PRECISION PATCHWORK   COLOR THEORY FOR QUILTERS  

Discover innovative piecing techniques, and no-pins curved piecing methods that are actually easier and more accurate than using traditional 1/4" seams!

 

Learn to choose color with confidence. Color is both wonderful, mysterious, and often confusing. The lessons on color will teach you easy color concepts and theories.

 
       
DESIGN AND COMPOSITION   SPECIALTY TECHNIQUES

The lessons on design and composition are practical and shown in relationship to quilts. This is presented in a fun way using live musical performance to show the similarities of music and art.

 

Learn a variety of specialty techniques including perfect decorative stitch circles, couching techniques and more.

 
       
RHAPSODY QUILTS   QUILTING THE QUILT  

Learn how to design your own, original Rhapsody quilt. It's a lot easier than you might think!

 

Quilt Luminarium covers: Basting, marking, threads, tension, trapunto, bobbin quilting and a variety of finishing techniques including birthing, facing, piped bindings, and decorative bindings.

     
CONVERGENCE QUILTS   EMBROIDERED ELEGANCE

From Ricky's best selling book, these quilts are unbelievably quick, easy, and fun. Ricky shows you the magic behind these addictive innovative pieces.

 

There are a variety of ways to use both hand and machine embroidery to embellish and enhance your quilt. Most are easy, and oh so effective!

     
DIGITAL PHOTO QUILTS
  HAND-DYING FABRIC BASICS

Learn the methods Ricky uses to transfer photos to fabric. There are many wonderful options for creating beautiful digital photo quilts.

 

The most requested topic is here! Ricky covers the basics of hand-dying fabric using Procyon MX fiber-reactive dyes. Included are care instructions, resources, and safety.

CREATIVE MUSE PT 1 CREATIVE MUSE PT 2

Take a look within and give an honest evaluation of who you are, what motivates you, and what holds you back.

The creative muse is revealed in an inspiring final session session highlighting your creative enemies as well as your creative allies.

QUILT LUMINARIUM COMPONENTS       

Educational
Quilt Luminarium will expand your quilting toolbox. The methods and techniques that are presented are diverse. Not only do you learn a variety of uncommon and sometimes unorthodox techniques, you will also learn which technique is the most appropriate to use in any given situation. Ricky covers a variety of piecing, appliqué, design, quilting, and finishing techniques. You’ll learn about color, fabric selection, and design. You’ll learn how to take traditional patterns and make them uniquely yours and you’ll discover how a pattern can work for any quilting genre.
  Entertaining
Ricky is a longtime entertainer, encourager, comedian, and motivational speaker. This is the x-factor that makes Quilt Lumimarium so successful. Ricky understands that entertainment is the key to keeping an audience engaged. You can expect plenty of laughter and you can expect the unexpected.
     
Creative
Ricky has a unique and pragmatic way to help you realize your full creative potential. He unmasks the creative psyche and reveals common attributes (both good and bad) that creative individuals share. He also reinforces the fundamental elements of design and composition in such a way that anyone can absorb them. The Elements of Art and Principles of Design are presented in tandem with live music to demonstrate how different artistic mediums are created using the same attributes.
  All-Inclusive
Because of the extreme diversity of topics, Quilt Luminarium is truly for all quilters from beginner to advanced, from traditional to contemporary, and from modern to art. We are so confident that you feel it was a worthwhile experience that we offer a full money back guarantee!
     
Inspirational
The uplifting and encoraging atmosphere will inspire you. Quilters know that quilting is more than just making a quilt. You will find a wealth of inspiration in the anecdotes that accompany the lessons.
  Enlightening
Hey, it’s not called Quilt Lumiarium for nothing! We explore the mind of the creative individual to help each person understand their own artistic profile. We examine various quilting myths that have been absorbed into the quilting community. The Quilt Luminarium frees quilters to enjoy quilting for their own personal reasons and teaches individuals to escape from their own creative barriers and the expectations of others.
     
Emotional
Expect to leave the seminar with more than just quilting knowledge. Ricky infuses into each lesson a healthy dose of value, worth, purpose, and self-confidence for each person attending. Not only will you leave feeling like a new quilter—you’ll most likely leave feeling like a new person!
  Pacing
This lecture-style event presents information that is relevant for all quilters. The unique format and pacing of the sessions cause the time to fly by. For those who think a two-day symposium might somehow be slow, boring, and tiresome, rest assured. Ricky is known for his ability to connect with the audience. His ability to educate, entertain, and inspire have been witnessed by thousands around the world.
     
No Secrets
Ricky never keeps any part of a method or technique hidden. His secrets are about simplicity, saving time, quality of workmanship, and effectiveness.
  The Luminarium Shopitarium
Seriously, what quilting event would be complete without the opportunity to fabric shop? Ricky's hand-dyed fabrics, kits, books, CDs, DVD, notions, and more will be available for purchase.
     

SEE THESE QUILTS (and more) AND LEARN THE SIMPLE SECRETS BEHIND EACH OF THEM

 
SIMPLE GIFTS 88" x 88"   BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY 86' x 86"
     
 
NORTHERN LIGHTS 88" x 90"   ON THE ROAD AGAIN 68" x 68"
     
 
SIR LANCELOT 83.5" x 83.5"   LIFELINES III 58" x 62"
     
     
GAELIC BLESSING 63" x 63"   DAD'S LONE STAR 93" x 93"
     
   
KOOL KALEIDOSCOPE 58" x 58"   LADY OF SHALOTT 42" x 42"

 

 

Have a question? Ask the Teacher

Included in the Class

26 video lessons
2 lesson downloads