At the Boise MQG, we explore the world of modern quilt designs and sewing. We nurture the craft of modern quilting and more, all in a friendly atmosphere where we can share ideas and skills.
Our guild's mission is to:
- Develop and encourage the art of modern quilting
- Work with other guilds and groups with a similar purpose
- Encourage new quilters and other fiber artists from all backgrounds to explore modern quilting
- Offer educational opportunities through classes, workshops and sharing of information
- Support and provide opportunity for “charity” or other works that provide back to the community through the use of modern quilting skills
We fulfill this mission through charitable activities, member education, monthly member meetings and volunteer opportunities. In 2010, founding President Christy Foltz-Ahlrichs started the Boise chapter of the nationwide Modern Quilt Guild. We continue to be an affiliate member of the Modern Quilt Guild, Inc. and through a group exemption, we are a 501c3 tax-exempt entity.
Meetings
We typically meet on the fourth Saturday of each month from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Our meetings are fairly informal gatherings, and sometimes feature speakers or tutorials, open sew time, and, of course, show & tell.
The Modern Quilt Guild
Membership to the Boise MQG includes membership to the international Modern Quilt Guild, and access to the MQG website with all the resources available there. Within about a month of joining our local guild, your MQG account will be activated, and you can expect a confirmation email from them. Please login and create a password for the MQG community site. This is the site used to access MQG member benefits (webinars, QuiltCon, etc.)
Post on social media
Add #bmqg and #boisemqg to your posts on Instagram and Facebook so that we can find each other on social media.
Upcoming Guild Events
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Improv QAYG with Millissa
May 24, 2025 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Library! at Hillcrest, 5246 W Overland Rd, Boise, ID 83705, USAMillissa Masters will teach a second session about her technique for Improv Quilt as You Go. There is no fee for this class, but advance registration is required. Sign up here:
https://boisemodernquiltguild.com/improv-quilt-as-you-go-may-24/
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“No Frills” In-Town Retreat with Nampa MQG
May 30, 2025 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
First Christian Church - Nampa, 619 12th Ave S, Nampa, ID 83651, USAJoin our sister guild in Nampa for as much sewing as you can handle! We’ll have the famous snack table, you can bring your own food, or enjoy the local Nampa restaurants downtown. There’s plenty of parking, so be sure to join the fun! There will also be scissor sharpening and sewing maintenance available. Free for members, $15 non-member fee, payable by Venmo @NampaMQG.
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“No Frills” In-Town Retreat with Nampa MQG
May 30, 2025 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
First Christian Church - Nampa, 619 12th Ave S, Nampa, ID 83651, USAJoin our sister guild in Nampa for as much sewing as you can handle! We’ll have the famous snack table, you can bring your own food, or enjoy the local Nampa restaurants downtown. There’s plenty of parking, so be sure to join the fun! There will also be scissor sharpening and sewing maintenance available. Free for members, $15 non-member fee, payable by Venmo @NampaMQG.
Get more details and register here.
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Monthly Meeting & Member Mixer
June 28, 2025 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
First Congregational United Church of Christ, 2201 Woodlawn Ave, Boise, ID 83702, USA
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Monthly Meeting
July 26, 2025 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
First Congregational United Church of Christ, 2201 Woodlawn Ave, Boise, ID 83702, USA
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Quilt Camp
August 14, 2025 - August 17, 2025
Luther Heights Bible Camp, Ketchum, ID 83340, USA
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Monthly Meeting & Founder's Trunk Show with Angela Bowman
September 20, 2025 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
First Congregational United Church of Christ, 2201 Woodlawn Ave, Boise, ID 83702, USA
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Boise Basin Quilters Guild Quilt Show
September 26, 2025 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714
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Boise Basin Quilters Guild Quilt Show
September 27, 2025 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714
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Monthly Meeting
October 18, 2025 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Boise First United Church of Christ, 2201 Woodlawn Ave, Boise, ID 83702
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Annual Meeting
November 15, 2025 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Boise First United Church of Christ, 2201 Woodlawn Ave, Boise, ID 83702
Leadership & Governance
Boise MQG is governed by volunteer board members who are elected at the annual meeting. Thank you to our incredible leadership team for their work behind the scenes all year long!
If you'd like to participate in a leadership role, or to learn about the responsibilities of board members, please read Position Descriptions of Board Members. And, for more information about our guild's governance and operations, see our Bylaws.
