The Country Quilter began in 1983, the brainchild of Claire Oehler. Originally vending at up to 19 quilt shows a year, Claire quickly realized that she could expand her wares into fabric (and offer classes) if she stayed in one spot -- so our brick and mortar store opened in Somers NY in 1990.

In response to a need we saw in the market for fresh and fun, yet well-written quilt designs,  the Country Quilter grew to include a publishing division that has produced over 200 patterns and 11 books since 1994, with more added every year.

Our strong interest in and commitment to the art quilting community led to the spin-off of Flourish!, a website devoted to art quilting, surface design and mixed media supplies. Meetings of a regional group of the Studio Art Quilt Associates are hosted on the first Thursday of each month from 6-8 pm and everyone is welcome to attend.

Our Philosophy: To provide quality products at a fair price in an inspirational and creative atmosphere. To offer a supportive environment for quilters to learn and grow.

Claire Oehler - owner and founder of the Country Quilter, teacher of traditional, innovative & contemporary quilting, our supreme & fearless leader

Jane Davila - manager of the Country Quilter and Claire's daughter, art quilting teacher, co-author of Art Quilt Workbook, apt to paint, build or remodel at the drop of a hat

Mary Gay Leahy - traditional and contemporary quilting teacher, machine appliqué maven, expert in hand quilting, loves anything blue

Noreen Lippolis - traditional and contemporary quilting and wearable art teacher, keeps us all on track, sudoku fiend

Julie Saviano - teacher of contemporary quilting and of kids and teens, avowed knitter and needle-felter, a healthy-living inspiration

Our Teachers:

Caroline Kearney - machine quilting and machine appliqué teacher extraordinaire, quilt designer and vendor at quilt shows as Studio 55

Jenn Lind - speech therapist by day, Celtic and hand appliqué, hand piecing and sashiko teacher on weekends

Nancy Mirman - wearable art designer and teacher, color expert, indefatigable world traveler

Elin Waterston - art quilting and surface design teacher, co-author of Art Quilt Workbook, knows a song for every occasion

Sharon Wren - hand appliqué teacher par excellence, gourmet cook and baker

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