MJ
Kinman

Artwork

I’m delighted to introduce you to the Gem Affiliates, a team of instructors across the US and Canada certified to teach in-person classes based on my unique, sparkling gemstone quilt patterns. Our growing team is ready to help you grow your business or your guild membership. Gem Affiliates know how to create excitement around the programs they offer and fill classes. Let me introduce you to the team!
You can search for Gem Affiliates in two ways: by last name and by State/Province. Please know that a number of Gem Affiliates are willing to travel anywhere in the US regardless of their location.

blue and orange quilt called between river and sky

Between River & Sky

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Bourbon Diamonds (2018)
W X H: 71″ X 69″
$8,500

Traditional Quiltmaking Techniques

Old Pogue Distillery has been making bourbon for over 150 years on the banks of the Ohio River. All the elements combine to make Old Pogue an exquisite bourbon. The “Bourbon Diamonds” series captures the fire and brilliance of Kentucky’s iconic spirit.

red orange and yellow quilt called Maker's flame

Maker’s Flame

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Bourbon Diamonds (2018)
W X H: 50″ x 105″

Traditional Quiltmaking Techniques

NFS – Permanent Collection of Maker’s Mark Distillery (Loretto, KY)
A legacy of passion and fire infuses every drop of Maker’s Mark bourbon. The “Bourbon Diamonds” series captures the fire and brilliance of Kentucky’s iconic spirit.
Prints of “Maker’s Flame” are now available in high-resolution, high-gloss ChromaLuxe aluminum panels. Available in two sizes. Click below to order.

Elizabeth

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Bourbon Diamonds (2018)
W X H: 50″ x 105″

Traditional Quiltmaking Techniques

The first of the Ice Queens, work representing the diamond divas and drama queens of the gem world.

multicolor gemstone quilt

Maker’s Flame

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Bourbon Diamonds (2018)
W X H: 50″ x 105″

Traditional Quiltmaking Techniques

Old Pogue Distillery has been making bourbon for over 150 years on the banks of the Ohio River. All the elements combine to make Old Pogue an exquisite bourbon. The “Bourbon Diamonds” series captures the fire and brilliance of Kentucky’s iconic spirit.

Caribbean Holiday Twin Size
Caribbean Roses Twin Size

June 21 – 29, 2024

Quilting Cruise with MJ Kinman (Adventures by Michelle)

IN-PERSON

Join me on my very first QUILTING CRUISE! We’ll spend this 8-night/9-day Royal Caribbean cruise line adventure visiting beautiful spots in the Caribbean like St. Croix, St. Thomas, San Juan (Puerto Rico), and Coco Cay. While at sea, I’ll show you how to make 1 of 2 special quilts I designed just for this trip: “Caribbean Holiday” and “Caribbean Roses”. Both projects are twin-size quilts featuring large and small gemstone blocks.

The full kit is included in the fee, and I’ll bring a variety of backgrounds and embellishments for you to choose from to customize your quilt. Plus you’ll have lots of downtime for free sewing to your hearts content!

Michelle and I sat down to chat about our destinations, the projects, and more. Click the image below to listen in.

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Itinerary:

  • 21 June 2024:     Depart Port Canaveral, Florida at 4pm – Make & Take Sponsored by our Janome Provider
  • 22 June 2024:     Quilting and Cruising Day at Sea – Welcome Aboard Party – Evening Open Sewing
  • 23 June 2024:     Quilting and Cruising Day at Sea – Evening Open Sewing
  • 24 June 2024:     Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas from 8am to 6pm – Evening Open Sewing
  • 25 June 2024:     St Croix, USVI from 8am to 8pm – Evening Open Sewing
  • 26 June 2024:     San Juan, Puerto Rico from 7am to 4pm – Evening Open Sewing
  • 27 June 2024:     Quilting and Cruising Day at Sea – Evening Open Sewing
  • 28 June 2024:     Morning Open Sewing – Coco Cay from 9am to 5pm – Farewell Party
  • 29 June 2024:     Arrive Port Canaveral, Florida at 7am

Registration is now open! Click below to download the flyer with more information or CLICK HERE to visit the Adventures by Michelle website.