This class teaches you the basics of machine quilting. There will be 3 easy patterns to choose from. All levels are welcome. Some sewing background is helpful. You will learn how to choose the right fabric (color and designs) for the quilt. You will then rotary cut, strip piece and machine piece blocks together to complete the top portion of the quilt. Learn different techniques for making flying geese and half-square triangles. Finally you will learn the finishing touches: putting borders on, how to back the quilt, top stitching all three layers together, and binding. This is a hands on class, so when the class is completed, you will be a proud owner of a beautiful finished quilt.
Watercolor Trip Around The World (Machine Quilting)
Middletown Adult Education – Enrichment Class
Enjoy making a watercolor masterpiece with material instead of a canvas. Combine different floral patterns using watercolor piecing techniques along with high-contrasting values to produce a blended work of art. Learn a quick method of machine quilting that will impress onlookers with the intricacy of the design. It will also be a refresher course on finishing a quilt, i.e., adding borders, backing and binding. Some sewing skills helpful. Beginners welcome.
Dates: 3/13/2014 to 4/24/2014
Meeting Time: Thursday 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Middletown Adult Education, 398 Main St, Middletown, CT 207
Instructor: Debbie Sierpinski
Fees: $110.00 (Class Fee)
Discount:
MAE – $30 Discount for Middletown Senior Residents
MAE – $5 Discount for Middletown Residents