⇩ Live Virtual Quilt Classes ⇩
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Live Virtual Workshops: June
Minimalistic Landscapes - Less is More
June 1, 2024with Jennifer Houlden
Start with a photo, sketch or your imagination to jump start your creative process. Simplify the image to just a few lines and then fill in those spaces with fabric. Create depth and dimension in the spaces and throughout the design by layering the pieced sections with raw edges. Finally adding in just the right touch of quilting to enhance the simplicity of the landscape either by machine or hand. Let the fabric do the talking to create a simple dynamic landscape where is less is more.
Baltimore Machine Applique
June 5, 2024with Annie Smith
Learn the art and craft of beautiful applique done by machine. Annie will teach you the basics of creating prepared edge applique, get the perfect stitch on your sewing machine for precise points, round curves and bias stems. Make a block that can be incorporated into a larger project, or a tote bag, pillow or framed art.
Whimsical Garden
June 8 & 22, 2024with Tina Curran
Have fun and learn to sew your own garden. My most popular workshop, this pattern uses two techniques -- regular piecing to make the background and raw edge appliqué to make the foreground. What’s fun about these quilts is they all come out differently, based what the students bring to class. This workshop is for all levels.
Celtic True Lovers Knot Pillow or Hanging
June 13 & 20, 2024with Beth Ann Williams
Create a beautiful finished-edge Celtic True Lovers Knot design with Beth Ann's favorite "invisible" machine appliqué-and-quilt in 1 step method. Then turn it into a beautiful 16" decorator pillow to keep or give to someone special.
Don't need a pillow? You can always turn it into a lovely wall-hanging, instead.
Live Virtual Workshops: August
Beginner Wool Zoom Class
August 1, 2024with Lynn Christiansen
Have you always wanted to work with wool but didn’t know how to get started? Join Lynn in a captivating workshop where she'll expertly guide you through the process of creating a wool appliqué masterpiece. From mastering the basics of working with wool to learning best practices with fusibles and basic embroidery stitches, Lynn ensures a comprehensive learning experience. By the workshop's end, you'll have not only a stunning project but also a newfound skill set to fuel your creativity. Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into the enchanting world of wool appliqué with Lynn's expert guidance!
Color Tools & Color Confidence for Quilters
August 16, 2024with Beth Ann Williams
Bespoke Patchwork Skirt
August 22, 2024with Annie Smith
The Bespoke Patchwork Skirt is both charming and versatile. Dress it up, dress it down, make it short or long — this skirt is fun. Use precut charm packs or bust your stash to use a variety of sensational fabrics. The skirt can be made in multiple sizes and lengths. Show off your basic sewing skills by making a unique skirt that's fresh, modern and vintage. Use a sewing machine or a serger - the choice is yours. All finishing techniques will be taught, including adding trims or a statement hem.
Live Virtual Workshops: September
Free-Motion Quilting Quick Start
September 5, 2024with Beth Ann Williams
Are you interested in free-motion quilting, but need a boost to get going? Join this beginner-friendly, hands-on introductory class. We’ll start with foundational patterning styles that you can use right away, and then explore how you can build on them as your confidence grows. You can do this!
BONUS: You'll also receive a printable handout to keep for future reference.
Greenhouse Mixed Technique Quilt
September 16, 2024with Annie Smith
Greenhouse is a wonderful blend of piecing blocks and applique quilting. Techniques include y-seam construction, drafting a block and creating templates for piecing, an introduction to machine applique, and an option to use the pattern's borders or design your own. Instruction is presented at confident beginner level, introducing a new technique and section of the quilt each day.
Discover the Magic of "Invisible" Machine Appliqué
September 28, 2024with Beth Ann Williams
Once you know the secrets, it's easier than you'd ever believe to create the look of heirloom-quality hand appliqué with finished edges – all with your sewing machine! And when it comes to style and versatility, the sky is the limit.
This class is a great introduction to many of the more advanced appliqué-based classes I offer, while still including my favorite easy, practical techniques that even newcomers to invisible machine appliqué can use right away.
All skill levels welcome. BONUS: a printable PDF class handout will also be provided for future reference.
Live Virtual Workshops: October
Easy & Effective Machine Quilting with a Walking Foot
October 10, 2024with Beth Ann Williams
Finish your quilts with confidence! Go beyond quilting in-the-ditch and discover fast, fun, and deceptively easy ways to complement piecing, enhance a focal area, and create a variety of wonderful textures, all while machine quilting with a walking foot. Together we'll make a set of swatches that you'll be able to refer to for inspiration whenever you wonder "How can I quilt this?"
BONUS: You'll also receive a detailed printable handout for future reference.
Live Virtual Workshops: November
Easy Machine-Sewn Quilt Bindings That Still Look Great!
November 1, 2024with Beth Ann Williams
Never dread quilt binding again! Step-by-step, you'll learn my favorite tips & tricks for preparing a classic French-Fold quilt binding (including flanged bindings), stress-free ways to navigate corners and attach the binding to the quilt, 5 different methods for stitching the binding down, and 3 different ways to join the ends of the quilt binding. No hand-sewing required!
BONUS: You'll also receive a comprehensive printable PDF handout for future reference.
Courthouse Cabin Quilt
November 6, 2024with Annie Smith
Learn accurate yet simple piecing techniques to create this fresh vintage quilt. Annie will teach you quick Strip piecing and perfect seam alignment using cornerstone squares. The quilt top is made with assorted Fat Quarter fabrics and allows for all skill levels -- beginners to experts. You'll have this quilt finished in time for holiday gift-giving.
