When does the Patchwork and Quilt Meeting take place?

The meeting takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Where does the event take place?

The venue is FabLab Bayreuth, Open High-Tech Workshop Upper Franconia, Ludwig-Thoma-Straße 36B, 95447 Bayreuth.

What is the cost of participation?

Participation is free. A small donation is requested.

Is the meeting suitable for beginners?

Yes. Beginners will receive an introduction to topics such as inch or centimeter measurements, suitable rulers, free-motion quilting, and the selection of a sewing machine.

Can I bring my own patchwork projects?

Yes. You can bring your own works for Show and Tell and present them. Ongoing projects can also be worked on at the venue.

How many people can participate?

The meeting is limited to a maximum of 20 participants.

Patchwork and Quilt Meeting Bayreuth 2026

Name: First Bayreuth Patchwork and Quilt Meeting
Start: 2026-11-07T13:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-07T16:00:00+01:00
Location: FabLab Bayreuth - Offene Hightechwerkstatt Oberfranken

Fabrics, Patterns, and Community: The First Bayreuth Patchwork and Quilt Meeting

On November 7, 2026, the large textile hall of FabLab Bayreuth transforms into an open meeting place for patchwork and quilt enthusiasts. Amidst colorful fabrics, precise patterns, and the rhythmic sound of sewing machines, a creative art experience emerges for beginners, experienced patchworkers, and curious visitors.

Aesthetic Experience with Fabric, Form, and Color

Patchwork combines textile design with geometric composition. From individual fabric pieces, patterns, surfaces, and textile images grow, whose impact arises from contrast, repetition, and careful craftsmanship. The meeting invites participants to experience this unique form of applied art in a relaxed exhibition atmosphere.

Open Exchange and Show and Tell

If you have created your own works, you are welcome to bring them to the Show and Tell and talk about their creation, materials, and design ideas. Ongoing projects can be worked on further on-site. Experienced patchworkers are available to provide practical support for questions about cutting techniques, color choices, or sewing problems.

Introduction for Beginners

A brief introduction provides basic orientation: Should you work with inches or centimeters? Which rulers and tools are suitable for beginners? What does free-motion quilting mean, and do you need an expensive sewing machine? The event combines cultural education, craftsmanship expertise, and creative experimentation without barriers to access.

FabLab as a Creative Production Place

FabLab Bayreuth, the open high-tech workshop in Upper Franconia, stands for an accessible approach to technology and design. In the textile hall, traditional textile techniques meet the open workshop culture of the FabLab. This creates an inspiring space for project observation, collective learning, and personal experiments with fabrics, patterns, and shapes.

Conclusion: Discover Textile Art Yourself

The first Bayreuth Patchwork and Quilt Meeting offers a warm, inspiring art experience with space for exchange, practical help, and aesthetic experience. Whether with your own work, specific questions, or simply out of curiosity: Your visit opens new perspectives on textile design and community craftsmanship.