Classes

I have started to offer classes in conjunction with performances. Here's what's on offer so far.

Hexagons out of the Garden

Start with the Grandmother's Flower Garden and then transplant it to new growing zones using English paper piecing technique. You will be learning the easiest way to
sew hexagons, eliminating two steps in the traditional technique by using plastic re-usable Quilt Patis templates. Then we will spend the rest of this 3-hour class designing new pattern ideas using hexagons. Bring home a few ready-to-piece Grandmother’s Flower Garden blocks,
and a whole slew of ideas on how to make other designs using hexagons.

Hand piecing suitable for beginners - 3 hour class

Kit of Quilt Patis hexagons purchase required.

SLOW AND STEADY TURTLE

A very classy looking turtle, made with fabric scraps and hand appliqué. You will be learning freezer paper appliqué using two techniques: with the paper either on top of the fabric or on the bottom. This charming turtle pattern will be ready to finish when you're in the car, or in front of the fire at home – a perfect hand work project to carry anywhere!

Hand appliqué suitable for beginners - 3 hour class

Pattern purchase required.

RAW EDGE MACHINE REVERSE APPLIQUÉ

This is a great way to use "holy" fabric, that you can't bear to cut up. We will learn this technique by working on a small project using two layers of fabric, plus batting and backing. Free motion machine stitching will attach all the layers
together. Then cut out the top layer to reveal your design. All you will have to do is bind it!

Machine applique - some free motion experience required.

Available as a 1-1/2 or 3 hour class.