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Learn how to sew this beautiful design accurately and easily on the machine, create needle sharp points using freezer paper piecing techniques.
Creative use of fabric will be demonstrated and encouraged. Many pattern variations are possible. Pattern required.
Some previous piecing experience needed. One or two days or more.
Simplify this beautiful old favorite pattern by using quick cutting methods and paper piecing techniques. Quilting suggestions and how to finish the curved edges with bias binding will be demonstrated. Some previous piecing experience needed. One or two days.
Master and enjoy the relaxing, portable and accurate hand piecing method of quilt block construction. We will learn tips and techniques to perfect our skills while making a quilt block from my antique pattern collection. All levels. One day.
This easy, fun raggedy quilt is a great way to use of some of your fabric stash. The quilt is reversible as the front and back are pieced and quilted at the same time. The frayed edges of the quilt make it cosy, soft and comfortable.
Make this delightful advent calendar so that someone dear to you can enjoy the traditional excitement of counting off the days until Christmas.
Learn appliqué and piecing techniques, and how to create the special checkerboard pockets which hold the Christmas ornaments or treats. Pattern required. All levels. One day.
Make an elegant feathered star block by using rotary cutting and accurate piecing techniques. Showcase a wonderful focal print for your star. Some previous piecing experience needed. Pattern required. One or two days.
Antique Mennonite and Amish quilts have long been admired for their unique use of colour. We will be studying the history and characteristics of these quilts. As well we will do a short study of color and learn how to creat colour effects such as sparkle, transparency, shadow, and light source within a block or quilt. All levels. One day.
We will make some typical blocks and do an in depth study of quilts from this period. Topics covered will include: background and influences, fabrics, colours used, favourite patterns, designers, and techniques such as blanket stitch appliqué. All levels. One day.
Enjoy making an easy, scrappy quilt using cosy flannel fabrics. This is a great quilt for cool winter evenings or for taking to the cottage.
We will take the mystery out of sewing these lovely quilt patterns. Learn set-in seam construction and dot to dot sewing to construct these blocks accurately and easily. Some previous piecing experience required. More Biblical Quilt Blocks book required. One or several days depending on how many stars you want to learn.
This wonderful pattern creates the illusion of curves but is constructed by sewing just straight seams. Showcase some beautiful floral fabrics to make your quilt resemble a garden in paradise. More Biblical Quilt Blocks book required. All levels. Easy. One day.
Make whatever block you want in any size. You'll never have to wonder if the pattern is accurate again because you'll know how to draft it and check it for accuracy yourself. No sewing. All levels. Half or full day depending on how many blocks you wish to learn to draft.
Learn the basics of machine quilting techniques such as types of thread, battings, and marking pencils, special tools and attachments to make machine quilting easier. Practice techniques such as free motion, continuous designs, stippling, and many kinds of background quilting. All levels. One day.
Build on your machine quilting skills by learning to do a beautiful feather pattern in trapunto or padded quilting. Experiment with various techniques for using many different kinds of decorative threads. One day.
Stitch this exquisite country quilt with easy and quick sewing and cutting techniques. All levels. One day. Pattern required.
Workshops have been planned for a full day or 6 hours. When flexible hours are indicated the longer workshop will include more techniques and more help with your hands-on stitching. Whenever possible, the workshops will be customized to fit the needs and interests of your group. Some workshops can be expanded to accommodate a retreat situation and some can be reduced to a demonstration or half day format when required.