Beginning Quilting – Session I

Have you dreamed of making quilts? If you’re a confident sewist, you can become a competent quilt maker with the skills you’ll learn in the Beginning Quilting sessions at Sewing and Fitting Mentor.

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: Beginner Sewing Lessons (an SFM class) or proven sewing skills, including proper use of a sewing machine, basic sewing terminology, pattern reading, and stitching consistent seam allowances

Beginning Quilting – Session I

Three classes –  Oct. 2, 9, 23 (no class on the 16th)
9:30am to Noon

Cost: $75 for class, plus $18 class supply/material fee. For your convenience, you can add class supply fee to your cart at checkout or pay when you arrive for class.

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

Pattern: Dancing Squares Table Runner - Click HERE to purchase your own copy of the pattern.

Project: Quilt blocks for a fall or Christmas/winter themed table runner (fabrics will vary from photo).

(Please note: this class will focus on creating the blocks. Completing the table runner will be during Session II during our Late Fall class sessions.)

This session will cover:

• Quilt-making terminology
• Fabric and thread selection
• Proper use of quilter’s rulers and mats**
• Safe use of a rotary cutter**
• Quilt block assembly, pressing, and trimming
• Handy tips from an experienced quilter

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