Beginning Patchwork

Description

THIS IS A HANDS-ON CLASS Series> Do not sign up if you are not near driving distance to Naperville, Illinois.
Patchwork and Quilting is such a fun and diverse hobby. This class is for anyone who wants to fine-tune their piecing skills or completely start learning from the beginning.
Adventure 1:
Practical Patchwork: What is Practical Patchwork? Learning how to make basic quilt blocks, what a 4-patch is in contrast to a 9-patch, and other traditional blocks through the ages.
You will learn:

How to obtain a perfect 1/4″ seam no matter your machine model or brand
Precision cutting
Best pressing methods
Patchwork techniques

Class registration fee includes your choice of 6 Fat Quarters, 4 pre-cut 2 1/2″ strips of coordinating colors and a Spool of Aurifil 50wt cotton thread.
Adventure 2:
Applique Patchwork: Applique is the process of sewing fabric on to a background fabric.
Learn five methods for Applique suitable for any quilt.

Needle Turn Applique by hand

Invisible machine applique

Blanket stitch Applique

Satin Stitch Applique

Decorative Edge Applique

Machine owners will love how easy it is to create hand-look applique and add a fancy touch. You will also learn how to perform hand applique as well.
Class registration fee includes a Kit to create one 12″ finished floral wreath block.
Adventure 3
Y-Seam Patchwork: This method is less popular with the rise of home sewing machine use. However, you can stitch a Y-seam with a sewing machine with a n1/4″ footNO PROBLEM!
You will learn how to draft, mark, and cut diamond shapes to make a LeMoyne Star and the proper methods for piecing to turn you into a pivot pro.
Class registration fee includes fabrics to create one 12″ finished LeMoyne Star Block
Adventure 4
Curved Seam Patchwork: Sewing seams on a curve is represented by traditional blocks like the Drunkard’s Path, but you can also use this method for more modern blocks like a Seed Block or a simple, gently curved modern quilt.
You will learn how to make a template with a 1/4″ seam Allowance, stitch a curved seam, and turn your patchwork into a modern Seed Block.
Class registration fee includes fabrics to create one 12″ finished Seed Block