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Introduction to Modern Quilting

  • The Art House Drury Lane Wakefield, England, WF1 2TE United Kingdom (map)

Join me for an introduction to all things quilting!

In this workshop we will work through every step to make a quilt, starting with choosing fabrics, patterns, piecing, sandwiching, quilting and finally making your own binding.

We'll be using these techniques to make a 30x30cm mini quilt in your choice of fabrics and colours which you'll be able to take home with you.

With all these skills you'll then be equipt to make any kind of quilt at home, from cushions and jackets to bed throws!

All equipment and materials provided – but please feel free to bring along any special fabrics you might have at home that you'd like to incorporate into your quilt.

In the workshop we will cover:

- Choosing fabrics and complimentary colours

- Choosing patterns and discussing traditional patterns and reference books

- Cutting fabric accurately

- Piecing the quilt top using sewing machines

- Pressing open seams

- Sandwiching your quilt top, batting and backing securely

- Quilting by machine and by hand

- Trimming to square

- Making your own binding, how to attach it and mastering mitered corners

- Finishing and embellishing your quilt


The workshop will begin at 11am, with a break for lunch and finish around 4pm

Cost £55 per person - includes all materials

PLEASE NOTE: THIS WORKSHOP REQUIRES YOU TO BRING YOUR OWN SEWING MACHINE. IF YOU DON’T HAVE A SEWING MACHINE PLEASE GET IN TOUCH WITH ME BEFORE BOOKING A TICKET.

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