We’re pleased to feature Anelie Belden this year.

Anelie is a quilt instructor, quilt designer, and author. Anelie’s new book, “Thoroughly Modern Dresden” is scheduled for release in June.   Anelie will be showcasing the works from her new book.

Anelie’s love of sewing began at a very young age, as stitching up clothing for her dolls was a favorite pass time. By the time she was age 10 she began to use a sewing machine and progressed to making her own clothing. At the age of 13-she saw a log cabin scrap quilt in a magazine and began to collect fabrics and sew the quilt, King Size, for her parents. As a junior in High School she had the privilege of attending a school in Germany, which taught her beginning pattern making, and sparked her desire to create with fabric.

She was accepted into the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising with a full scholarship and majored in Fashion Design. Upon graduation she worked in the clothing industry for companies in San Francisco including Gunne Sax – Jessica McClintock and Jeanne Marc.

After being married and having 3 children she stepped away from the fashion industry. Her family settled in Volcano, California and as the last child began kindergarten she ventured into her own business. She started teaching children how to sew. This developed into a quilt store full of fabric, sewing supplies and students of all ages. For the last 15 years she has been teaching all levels of quilting. Specializing in Beginning quilting classes, Appliqué, Machine Quilting, and much more.

Anelie’s original designs have been produced as patterns and sold in local stores. In 2001 one of her quilts was published by C&T publishing. Amador County TSPN TV station has invited her to appear as a monthly guest on the Amador Live Show to demonstrate quilting techniques. She is also going to be featured on Simply Quilts with Alex Anderson and Ricky Timms.

Anelie is a former president of Sierra Gold Quilters Guild and a well-loved instructor.  She teaches a wide range of classes and is thought of as one of the best instructors in the area. We’re all anxiously waiting for her new book to be released.

www.anelie.com