Quilt Basics 101- Three session class
This class will use the book "Start Quilting with Alex Anderson" to create a small sampler quilt top. As a first time quilter, you will learn how to use a ruler and rotary cutter to cut fabric into pieces to sew several basic quilt blocks- rail fence, nine-patch, nine-patch variation, square dance, log-cabin, friendship star and flying geese. You will make 25 six inch blocks that will then be sewn into rows to create the center of your quilt top. You will then learn how to add an inner and outer border to create a finished quilt top (the process of quilting and binding will be discussed but not completed during the class sessions). Some homework may be needed.
Basic sewing skills are required. You need to be familiar with the operation of your sewing machine and be able to sew a straight line.
Please plan to arrive 15 minutes before class starts to unload and set up your sewing machine, etc. We have lots to cover and want to be ready to go when class starts.
Class participants will receive a 15% discount on class supplies.
Tools Needed:
- Book- "Start Quilting with Alex Anderson"
- Sewing Machine, foot, cords
- Scissors
- Pins
- Thread for piecing- a neutral grey or tan
- Seam ripper
- Fabric
- Rotary Cutter and Mat
- Quilting ruler
- Fabric marking pen
Fabric Requirements for Quilt Top:
- Focus fabric for outer border- 1 yard
- 3-4 dark contrasting fabrics- 1/3 yard each
- 3-4 medium contrasting fabrics- 1/3 yard each
- 2 light neutral fabrics- 1/3 yard each
- Inner Border- 1/4 yard
Fabric Requirements for Quilt finishing(this portion will not be completed during class):
- Binding- 3/8 yard
- Backing- 1 1/4 yard
- Batting- 42"x 42" piece
Skill Level: | Beginner |
Skill Details: | Beginner |
Requirements: | Basic sewing skills are required. You need to be familiar with the operation of your sewing machine and be able to sew a straight line. |
Instructor: | Charity Johnson |
Instructor Bio: | Charity Johnson |
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