In this 2 week class learn to create the split quarter square Quiltblock, quilting techniques, tips and tricks on a manageable scale with Heather! By the end of class, you will complete one cushion cover for an 18”x18” throw pillow or an 18” tote bag.
Focusing on teaching you how to create this specific quilt block and the opportunity to pick a colour pallet of your own choice!
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Skill requirements:
You will need to have sewn before, know how to confidently thread your machine and be familiar with most sewing lingo and rotary cutting. It is recommended to have completed the “Intro to Quilting” class or have quilted before and in recent enough time that you are still comfortable and familiar with quilting. These classes are for beginner quilters/sewists looking to continue and expand their skills with guidance or for those who are familiar with quilting and would like to create this pattern in a classroom/social setting.
Please note: depending on how fast you learn, you may have homework to complete between classes. If you don't have a sewing machine or cutting mat/rotary cutter at home, you can book Open Studio time with us to work on your project.
Ages 16+
In this workshop you will learn:
New sewing vocabularyProper cutting techniquesHow to piece quilt blocks
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How to construct the Quarter Square Quilt block
How to transform a quilt block into a pillowcase/ coverDiscuss how colour tones/values alter block appearances
What We Provide:
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Equipment: sewing machines and all tools
What You Provide:
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Fabric: ** You will want to use quilting cotton ONLY.
We recommend using different colours that work well together or very distinct shades of the same colour. Any fabrics which are too similar in colour or value/tone will not likely display the block pattern well.
For the block itself you will need (5 colours total, finished size 18”);
Background colour - one fat quarter
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Colour A, B, C & D - ¼ metre (or 4 fat quarters, where leftover fabric could be used for the backing)
per block and additionally;
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Two fat quarters for the cushion cover back, or one fat quarter for the back of a tote bag.
A fat quarter of any light (or matching) fabric to back the quilt piece to stabilize our quilting. This piece will not be seen so it does not have to be pretty or patterned, however it does need to be no darker than your lightest block colour so it does not show through the piece. Optional batting, you do not have to actually “quilt” the pillow but it is an option, though it may take more time to do so.
Additional fabric is to be added around the block to size it to the pillow cover measurements to fit a larger pillow or to make a larger bag. If this is the case please purchase additional fabric to accommodate.
*All fabric measurements are approximate and all pillow measurements are finished sizes. Adding .5” to each finished pillow measurement would be the minimum addition to the cutting measurements to allow for seam allowance if you are scaling the pattern up to fit a larger cushion.
Discount
As of September 1st, students will receive 15% off of all supplies for class and to build their sewing kits!
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Sewing machine (optional): we highly encourage you to bring your own sewing machine, if you have one. Don't forget to pack the manual, foot pedal & power cord!
Group size: Maximum 6 students