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Patchwork Quilting : Randwick
Patchwork Quilting : Randwick
Patchwork Quilting : Randwick
https://www.skillsoncourse.com.au/portal/class/5096271
Patchwork Quilting : Randwick
Create a family heirloom as you make a beautifully crafted sampler quilt. Learn about colour and design, piecing, applique, drafting and how to assemble and finish your quilt. By the end of the course you will have a small finished quilt top and have learnt techniques for machine or hand quilting.
Materials required for the first night
- 1 metre each of 100% cotton quilting fabric: 2 solid colours, 1 small print and 1 medium print. Purchase the best quality fabric you can afford.
- fine sewing needles
- pins (fine glass head pins are best)
- 100% cotton thread in a neutral colour
- fabric scissors
- paper scissors
- pencils and pens
Quilts last many years, work with fabric that makes you happy or suits your decor. There are many specialised quilt fabric stores, you can buy fabric online or at Spotlight, Lincraft etc.
To begin with you will need a minimum of 4 different fabrics: chose a medium sized print that you like, select two plain colours that coordinate with it and a smaller complementary print.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course participants should have:
- gained a knowledge of patchwork and quilting equipment and materials
- learned how to use hand or machine piece a variety of patchwork blocks
- learned how to use a rotary cutter safely
- gained an understanding of quilting terminology
- learned how to construct quilt layers, machine or hand quilting, binding and labels
- gained confidence in using a variety of print and coloured materials
- gained an understanding of quick and paper piecing techniques
Technique Toolbox : 3rd Saturday Class at MO
There are many ways to construct the same quilt.
We all have our preferences and finding your favourite is a matter of trial and error. This class is for beginners through to experienced quilt makers who want to learn great techniques for quilt making.
From all the different forms of appliqué, foundation piecing and machine constructed blocks to putting your final design together into an interesting and eye catching composition.
Modern, Contemporary and Traditional quilts all rely on great technique from block construction to sashing, borders and binding. Lorena will guide you in finding your favourite way to achieve your goal.
Start a new quilt, work on one of Lorena’s patterns or bring your own project that needs a little help to get it done!
Technique Toolbox : 3rd Saturday Class at MO
There are many ways to construct the same quilt.
We all have our preferences and finding your favourite is a matter of trial and error. This class is for beginners through to experienced quilt makers who want to learn great techniques for quilt making.
From all the different forms of appliqué, foundation piecing and machine constructed blocks to putting your final design together into an interesting and eye catching composition.
Modern, Contemporary and Traditional quilts all rely on great technique from block construction to sashing, borders and binding. Lorena will guide you in finding your favourite way to achieve your goal.
Start a new quilt, work on one of Lorena’s patterns or bring your own project that needs a little help to get it done!
Technique Toolbox : 3rd Saturday Class at MO
There are many ways to construct the same quilt.
We all have our preferences and finding your favourite is a matter of trial and error. This class is for beginners through to experienced quilt makers who want to learn great techniques for quilt making.
From all the different forms of appliqué, foundation piecing and machine constructed blocks to putting your final design together into an interesting and eye catching composition.
Modern, Contemporary and Traditional quilts all rely on great technique from block construction to sashing, borders and binding. Lorena will guide you in finding your favourite way to achieve your goal.
Start a new quilt, work on one of Lorena’s patterns or bring your own project that needs a little help to get it done!
Technique Toolbox : 3rd Saturday Class at MO
There are many ways to construct the same quilt.
We all have our preferences and finding your favourite is a matter of trial and error. This class is for beginners through to experienced quilt makers who want to learn great techniques for quilt making.
From all the different forms of appliqué, foundation piecing and machine constructed blocks to putting your final design together into an interesting and eye catching composition.
Modern, Contemporary and Traditional quilts all rely on great technique from block construction to sashing, borders and binding. Lorena will guide you in finding your favourite way to achieve your goal.
Start a new quilt, work on one of Lorena’s patterns or bring your own project that needs a little help to get it done!