WORKSHOPS
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On the 4th and 5th Tuesdays of the month we put together study groups & workshops to learn new techniques, patterns, or handmade items for our Quilt Show boutique. There is $5 fee to attend these workshops to defray prep costs for the presenter unless otherwise noted.
Upcoming workshops:August 27, 2019 - Boutique Items - Joan K.
Joan will once again lead us in making items to be sold in the boutique at the quilt show. The next items will be: seat belt wrap; suitcase handle wrap; cord holders; small scissor holder; gadget bags; luggage tags.
Supply List: General sewing machine teflon coated foot is you have one( works best on vinyl) all-purpose thread to match fabrics rotary cutter and mat or scissors Pins N.B. - Kitty and I are both bringing vinyl for you to use. I have velcro in multiple colors and also pieces of Sherpa for general use. We will be working on the following items: 1. Wraps Seat Belt Pad 7” x 10” fabric 7” x 10” sherpa 7” x 10” medium weight interfacing 8” strip of 1” Velcro Luggage Handle Wrap Two 5” x6” fabric pieces 5” x 6” padding fabric such as fleece, flannel, or quilt batting 2 1/2” x 4” vinyl 4” Velcro Strip Cord Wrap 5” x 5” square for small wrap and approximately 10” x 10” for larger wrap lightweight fusible interfacing such as Pellon Shape Flex Velcro – 1” for small, l 1/2” for large 2. Mini Scissor Case Two 6” x 10” or larger pieces of fabric, one for the outside of the case, one for the inside One 6” x 10” piece of thin batting 3. Mini Notions Bag 5” x 10” piece of fabric ( an use laminated fabric” 4” nylon zipper ( any length will do) 2 1/4” x 2 3/4” piece of vinyl 4. Luggage Tags. One 6” x 10” fabric or two coordinating fabrics each 4” x 6” plus one 2” x 12” piece for the loop. 3 1/2” x 5 1/4” Pellon 808 Interfacing 4” x 6” piece of light weight batting 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” piece of clear vinyl September 24, 2019 - Quilt show wrap up
There will be no workshop/study group this month. We will meet to wrap up the quilt show. Please plan to attend to add your two cents regarding what went right and what things could be improved upon at the next quilt show. Your observations are very important and input is appreciated.
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Past workshops: click here to see more archived workshops
July 30, 2019 - (5th Tuesday)- One Block Wonder - Mary K.
Mary K. led a workshop on how to make a One Block Wonder with many examples of how the designs come together. Several members took advantage of this wonderful workshop.
July 16, 2019 - Items for Boutique
Carol demonstrated how to make simple Christmas tree ornaments that can be sold at the boutique at our show.
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