A Mystery Block of the Month That Grows Your Creativity, Confidence & Joy — One Surprise at a Time
Join Meander to access this year-long BOM experience—full of monthly mystery blocks, live calls, special guests, giveaways, and space to stitch in a way that’s fully, completely yours.
Join Meander & Start Your Garden
CAN YOU IMAGINE?
What if quilting felt like play again?
Not deadlines.
Not pressure.
Not “keeping up.”
Just one creative prompt a month,a few stitches at a time,
and the joy of watching something new take root.
That’s what Meander Garden is all about.
Whether you’re returning to quilting or seeking fresh creative momentum, this is your invitation to grow—through fabric, technique, community, and imagination.
Without the overthinking, comparison, and lack of focus...
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NO MOREÂ feeling inadequate to making something original
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NO MORE feeling tied to using patterns
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NO MORE bouncing around, unfocused, without purpose
STUDENTÂ LOVE
"Shannon has opened the door to the concept that I am a creative person with fresh ideas. I am starting to hear and listen to my creative inner voice. I am paying attention to the whispers of ideas that pop into my head. Instead of ignoring them I am writing them down and letting them develop....lead the way."
– Laurie S.
IT ALL STARTS HERE...
Develop your unique style as an artistÂ
The Art School for Makers will guide you through exploring techniques, learning about design, and weaving your own voice into everything you make.
INTRODUCING
Art School for Makers
Your Path from Maker to Artist
A guided path to find your artistic voice
- Choose your major and be guided through the journey from maker to artist
- Meet your tribe: connect with other likeminded artists-- our work gets better when we share and grow together
- Stay focused and inspired with our monthly meet-ups
- Choose your favorite piece to exhibit at our End of Year Exhibition!
"I was starting to focus on adding more creativity to my structured engineering brain. A stretch so to speak. Now I feel more confident with individual design, testing ideas, and building creativity into quilting challenges that inspire me."
– Virginia
First things first...
Choose Your Major
MAJOR 1
Applique Artistry
The Applique Artistry path is for those wanting to explore and become proficient in all areas of Applique, understanding the mechanics of how each technique works, how to design your own, how to combine techniques and weave your artistry throughout. You will leave this program a true Applique Artist.
MAJOR 2
Color Mastery
The Color Mastery path is for those of you who want to take a deep dive into color and print mixing. You will gain the confidence in your color abilities, transform your relationship with color, & develop and discover your own personal style.
MAJOR 3
Quilting Artistry
The Quilting Artistry path is for those who want to refine and develop their unique quilting style. You will learn to become proficient in the different quilting technqiues with an emphasis on free motion quilting. You will learn how to design your own quilting motifs by hand or using technology.
MAJOR 4
Fiber Dyeing
The Natural Fabric Dyeing path is for those looking to create their own materials using nature. You will partner with the natural world around you to create vibrant, color on cloth, yarn, thread, paper, and even make your own paints. You'll also develop your unqiue color palette based on your preferred dye materials.
MAJOR 5
Interdisciplinary
The Interdisciplinary Path is for those who just can't draw in the lines and are looking to combine different media together into something all your own. This is a guided path to help you bring your vision to life and make art that is, right now, a vague idea in your head. You can select techniques you will learn and you will weave together these techniques and complete the program with your own artist series that is the intersection these different techniques to represent your style.
SUCCESS STORIES
Hear from our students...
"After taking your series the light bulb has turned on. I had a blinding flash of insight. What has been missing all these years throughout my crafting journey has been ME! The missing piece has been being vulnerable enough to give a piece of myself to my art. I am excited to tackle the next stage of art and creating.
– KIM
"Thanks for helping me remember what “Sparks my Joy”. You helped remind me what techniques and visuals I love. And how it’s ok to experiment and not worry about how my art will be received!"
– GERRIE
"You have fed my creative self and the new ideas for artistic expression are exciting and motivating! Thank you for your unique approach to feeding the artistic soul."
–DEBORAHÂ
The End of Year Exhibition
You will choose 1 piece to showcase in the end of year exhibition. Imagine seeing your work -- the culmination of a year of exploration, inquiry, play, bravery, and creativity for all to see and celebrate!
See Our 2025 ExhibitBONUS 01
Meander Membership
Access a decades worth of workshops to guide you through the techniques you'll be learning
You'll have access to dozens of craft and art workshops to master your chosen techniques, and to explore when you want to try something new.
You'll be able to participate in all new workshops and live events added each month.
BONUS 02
Monthly Artist Calls
Get inspired by and learn from many different artists in our monthly calls.
Once a month Shannon will host a live artist call where all Art School for Makers students will come together to spark your inspiration and expand your artistic horizons.
These are the calls that will help keep you accountable for creating the work you want to create and provide the momentum to keep moving forward.
BONUS 03
Artist Community
Meet your tribe, make friends with like-minded creatives.
We become the average of the people we spend time with. In our private Art School for Makers Community, you'll be able to connect with artists from all around the world, share what your working on, get feedback, and get inspired by everyone's individual art journeys.Â
Choose Your Payment Option
BEST VALUE
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP
$480Â
Get 2 months free with a annual membership!
- Becoming an Artist Curriculum ($997 value)
- Meander Membership ($240 value)
- Live Online Artist Calls ($1997 value)
- In depth Design-Focused Craft Curricula ($11,997 value)
- Monthly Challenges ($397 value)
- End of year exhibition (priceless)
- Community Connection & Networking Site (priceless)
- Accreditation Certificate through The Art School for Makers (upon completion)
- Enrollment Bonus: Digital Scrappy Applique, Portrait Quilting, & Color Confidence Workbooks
 TOTAL VALUE: over $15,388 USD
$480 per year
JOIN NOW →MOST FLEXIBLE
MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP
$48
A budget friendly membership plan.
- Becoming an Artist Curriculum ($997 value)
- Meander Membership ($240 value)
- Live Online MasterClasses ($1997 value)
- In depth Design-Focused Craft Curricula ($11,997 value)
- Monthly Challenges ($397 value)
- End of year exhibition (priceless)
- Community Connection & Networking Site (priceless)
- Accreditation Certificate through The Art School for Makers (upon completion)
- Enrollment Bonus: Digital Scrappy Applique, Portrait Quilting, & Color Confidence Workbooks
TOTAL VALUE: over $15,388 USD
$48 per month
JOIN NOW →
100% MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
Join us, Risk Free
We want to support you on your creative journey, and make sure you are thrilled with this program. You may cancel at any time during your monthly membership after 3 months. For the annual membership, you may cancel at any time and get a full refund within 14 days of purchase.
Hi, I'm Shannon.
Artist, Quilt & Fabric Designer, Author, and International Art Teacher & Speaker
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I've taught thousands of makers from all over the world, helping them explore their creativity, master design, and grow a style that is unique to them. I'd love to join you on this journey.
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Frequently Asked QuestionsÂ
I'm a beginner, is this right for me?
Are the lessons pre-recorded or live?
Can I choose multiple majors?
How is this different than Meander?
How much time will I need to devote each week to the Art School?
I don't see myself as an "artist", is this for me?
But what if I don’t have much time?
I work during the day or live in a different time zone, is that a problem?
ARE YOU READY?
Create Art that Looks like YOU
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- Move from Maker to Artist
- Connect with, learn from, and become best friends with likeminded creatives from around the world
- Share your work with the world at our End of Year Exhibition
"It pushes you out of your comfort zone and encourages experimentation."
This group goes beyond the standard techniques to challenge you in ways you may have never imagined. I love everything about it.
— JULIET A.
Choose Your Payment Option
Still have questions?
No problem. Just reach out at [email protected] and we'll be in touch right away to help you figure out if Art School for Makers is a Good Fit.
