Beginner Quilting 6 week class
Quilting is more than just sewing fabrics together - it is a creative tradition filled with color, texture and stories.
For beginners, quilting starts with a few simple tools, some beautiful fabric and a willingness to learn, 1 step at a time.
This 8 week course will start with fabric selection, prep and cutting and end with you having a beautiful 6 block quilt and the skills to go onto to bigger projects.
You will learn:
- how to read a quilt pattern
- how to cut the fabric for your project(s) using a rotary cutter and acrylic ruler(s)
- how to sew your cut pieces together and achieve an accurate 1/4" seam allowance on your sewing machine
- how to "sandwich" your quilt top with the batting and backing
- how to choose a quilting pattern and executing it
- how to make and apply a binding to your project
We will also talk about fabric/color placement and quilt labels.
Class requirements: a working sewing machine and knowledge of how to operate your sewing machine.
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | This is a beginner class. We will assume that you have no experience with quilting and start at the very beginning. |
| Materials Included: | n/a |
| Requirements: | Prior to the class you will need to call or email to make an appointment to meet with Karen to select your fabrics. SUPPLIES: Basic sewing machine with new needle Cotton fabric Thread (neutral colors are easiest to start with) Batting Rotary cutter and ruler 6 ½ x 24 Pins or clips Scissors and seam ripper |
| Instructor: | Karen Murdzia |
| Instructor Bio: | Karen has many years of quilting and teaching experience in Connecticut. She is new to our team and we are so very excited that she is here. |
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