The Basic Quilt

Learn all the steps to make a basic lap quilt from start to finish in this series – from cutting, to piecing, to quilting and binding. This is a great introductory quilting class and perfect for anyone comfortable on a sewing machine who wants to learn how to quilt and learn the fundamentals of patchwork design. (some homework may be necessary between sessions) This class is 6 sessions, each 2.5 hours long – if you are going to miss a class please let us know.

Students who take this class must be vaccinated. Please send a picture of your vaccination card after signup. Masks Required for this class.

Pre-Requisites

Supplies

For Quilt Top:

3 cuts of quilting cotton, 1/2 yd each
2 cuts of quilting cotton, 3/4 yard each
Cotton sewing thread, large spool, in a neutral or to match your fabrics.

Note on fabrics: if you are unsure about fabric choices, try to create a variation in light, dark, and scale of prints.

Tools:

Pilot Frixion Pen
6” or 6 1/2” x 24” quilting ruler
45mm Rotary Cutter with a fresh blade
Curved Safety Pins (1.5” /size 2), at least 75 pins
Hand sewing needle (Clover Black Gold Sharps recommended)
12.5” square acrylic quilting ruler (optional, but recommended)
Walking Foot for your home sewing machine if you plan to bring your sewing machine to class, otherwise you can borrow.

To Finish Quilt:

Batting: 45” square
Backing: 1 1/4yd quilting cotton
Binding: 3/8 yd quilting cotton
Cotton sewing thread, large spool, for quilting

Note: these materials will not be used until Week 4 or 5. You may choose to wait until closer to then to choose your backing and binding fabric, to match how your quilt top is turning out!

*PLEASE DO NOT PREWASH/DRY FABRIC PRIOR TO CLASS

Optional-18×24 self-healing cutting mat or similar size- the studio has a few to use so please let me know if you need to borrow- however It will be vital to have one of your own if you want to work at home

The Basic Quilt

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