Quiltmaking ~Advanced Beginner II

This is for the Beginner Quiltmaker looking to continue their journey, reinforce newly learned skills and learn new skills.

Enjoy individualized, focused instruction in a small class of learners who share your interest in quilt making. Get started this fall and complete a project in time for holiday entertaining or gift giving.

Prerequisite: Demonstratable quiltmaking skills, or completion of S&FM Advanced Beginner I Quiltmaking class (or similar), or with instructor’s approval.

Advance Beginner II Quiltmaking 

Cost: $99 for class

You will also see an optional book & tools for purchase at checkout.

Project: A finished Desert Stars or Granny Patch

Pattern:

Choose from one of these two options. Fabric requirements as listed on patterns.

• Desert Stars (print pattern available to purchase at S&FM) – single pattern for a table runner, topper, wall hanging, placemats, or doll blanket; triple the pattern tomake a 33” x 38” baby quilt (additional fabric needed for optional borders).
• Granny Patch (PDF pattern for purchase via link) – multiple sizes in pattern, but only baby quilt or throw (with homework) could be completed within the class schedule.

This session will cover:

• Laying out the quilt blocks
• Quick pick-up methods for efficient quilt top assembly
• Batting and backing selection
• Preparing the quilt “sandwich”
• Machine quilting
• Binding, hemming, and finishing
• Design tips from an experienced quilter

**Rotary cutters, rulers, and mats are available for use in studio.