New to piecing and quilting? Thinking about getting into the hobby? Tammy will present the basic tools, terms and techniques to get you going.
Do you have Westalee templates that you just don't know how to use or what they can do? We're going back to basics to improve your muscle memory by using drawing discs and paper. No need to drag your heavy machines and all those sewing supplies. If you have a 14x17 sketch pad it's great for keeping a record of what each template will do and what size each design is so they will fit in your quilt. This class is for all templates, not just to starter set.
Learn about your machine while creating a fabulous stitch reference book. You'll enjoy getting to know your stitches and learning how to stabilize them correctly. Let the creativity flow.
New to rotary cutting? Looking to improve your skills. This is the perfect class. We will cover correct ergonomics. How to use the measurements on your rulers and mats. What is most accurate and why. How to prep your fabrics including correct folding to prevent bends in your long strip. Sub cutting strategies and the care and cleaning of your tools.
Curious about how paper piecing works? Try out this time saving technique that gives you precision on detailed blocks. You will learn two different methods. Traditional method sewing through the paper then tearing off later and a freezer paper technique where you can re-use the papers.
Accurate piecing makes all the difference. Learn how to get a perfect 1/4” seam allowance, create strip sets for quicker block creation and how to match seams perfectly.
Learn the basics of quilting with Westalee templates on your domestic machine. Achieve custom finished looks beyond meandering and straight- line quilting. Be inspired to combine designs, create designs, and complete quilting projects from beginning to end!
Learn the art of machine quilting on your domestic machine through this hands-on class. Machine Quilting Basics will cover echo, cross hatching, stitch-in-the-ditch, decorative, and free-motion quilting. Discussion of threads, needles, and layering and basting a quilt top for home-machine quilting will be included in the class. This is a two day class.
Learn how to quilt with your embroidery machine. This class will get you comfortable with all of the settings you need to have your outline quilting look beautiful on your quilting projects
Learn to make feathers with straight, curved, and circular spines. Learn to round corners and to vary the size of your feathers as you increase your confidence.
Quilt borders help frame your quilt and draw attention to your beautifully pieced quilt top. Borders can range from thick to thin and simple to complex. You can even add multiple borders if you want! Learn everything you need to know about sewing a simple quilt border.
Lets travel through 4 projects in one day! Leave feeling more confident about stabilizing, and ready to make more. We will embroider a towel, t-shirt, sweatshirt and a bag.
