Product Description
Our Open Patchwork & Quilting classes are the perfect choice for anyone from absolute beginners to intermediate quilters looking to learn, refine, and grow their skills in a supportive and creative environment. These flexible classes are arranged in blocks of 5 sessions, each 2.5 hours long, and are limited to just six students to ensure plenty of one-to-one rotational instruction tailored to your needs.
Whether you’re starting from scratch, bringing your own project, or diving into one of our curated quilt kits, these classes allow you to learn at your own pace, focusing on the skills and techniques that matter most to you. This unstructured learning style means you can set your own goals while receiving personalised guidance on everything from mastering consistent ¼-inch seams and efficient block construction to trying out Quilt-As-You-Go or exploring free-motion quilting with stencils.
All areas of instruction are around machine patchwork and quilting and can include:
- Cutting fabric accurately and safely.
- Block construction techniques and efficiencies, including sub-cutting.
- Perfecting essential patchwork blocks and row assembly.
- Exploring machine quilting, from straight and curved designs to free motion.
- Binding and finishing techniques to give your quilt a beautiful finished look.
This open class setting fosters a fun and relaxed atmosphere where you can work on the projects you love while connecting with like-minded quilters who share your passion. You’ll not only gain new skills but also the confidence to explore your creativity and take on future quilting adventures.
Join us for an inspiring quilting experience where learning is as rewarding as the quilts you create!
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Duration: 12.5 hours
Outcome: Students will learn the skills they desire while working on their project of their choice.
Requirements
For all supplies listed, you are welcome to bring your own or these items can be purchased before the start of the first class:
- Basic skills in using a sewing machine (e.g., threading, basic stitching).
- 45mm Rotary Cutter
- All the 100% cotton fabric wadding needed for your specific project
- Thread snips and a stitch unpicker.
Tools and Supplies Provided
- Thread: We will supply white thread for this project. If using our sewing machine and you wish to use a thread colour other than white, you will need to bring or purchase Aurifil 50wt thread to use on our machines.
- Cutting Station: You are required to have you own rotary cutter. Rotary cutting ruler and mats will be available for shared use at the cutting station. You are welcome to bring your own ruler and cutting mat if you choose.
- Ironing Station: We provide our students with an ironing table and irons for shared use. You are welcome to bring a small ironing mat and mini iron if you choose.
Sewing Machine
We provide the sewing machine and thread for this course, however you are welcome to bring your own sewing machine in good working order. We will assume you are knowledgable in the basic use of your own machine and will not be able to provide instruction on its specific features and functionality.
