Level: All Levels Class Type: Hands-on Category: Piecing Machine(s): Sewing Machine required
Working with improv can be wonderfully freeing, yet the outcome can seem overwhelming to the senses. Choosing constraints at the outset of an improv project can not only lower the decision-making burden that can seem overwhelming, it can also ensure your composition finishes with dramatic flair.
In this class, you will explore several different variations of improv triangles, and experiment with variables that will alter the look of each variation. You will then incorporate these blocks into a large wedge layout to make a 24” square quilt top that can be finished as either a wall hanging or throw pillow cover. This class is appropriate for intermediate quilters or confident beginning quilters with a willingness to explore.
* SEWING MACHINES ARE NOT PROVIDED IN THIS CLASS. Bring your own machine in good working order, pedal and cord.
Sewing Machine and Supply storage: For your convenience, we have available, free of charge temporary and overnight storage at the class registration desk located at Nevada Office 1, across the hall from classroom N5 on the lower level of the hotel.
Level: Intermediate Class Type: Hands-on Category: Piecing Machine(s): Sewing Machine not required Sierra Sewing, Quilting, & Vacuums provides Janome Sewing Machines in this room.
Is your anxiety about sewing curves holding you back from sewing all those beautiful modern quilts? The gentle curves in this quilt are perfect for the curve beginner! Learn to sew curves as you work on this modern twist on the half-square triangle (HST), and explore color contrasts that affect the look of your final product. This class will cover a variety of strategies to help you be successful sewing curves as well as examine how your fabric placement choices affect the final look of your quilt.
Learn the two-at-a-time method for making HSTs, then dive into the world of curves. as well as a variety of tips and tricks for cutting and sewing curves accurately. Finally, learn how to trim this block accurately so it lines up nicely with its neighbors.
Level: Intermediate Class Type: Hands-on Category: Piecing Machine(s): Sewing Machine not required Bernina Sewing Machines are provided by Going Batty Quilt Shop.
Do all those beautiful quilts with curves intimidate you? Learn to sew curves with confidence as you complete this strikingly modern quilt. This class will cover a variety of strategies to improve your curve sewing technique and introduce you to using the Curve Savvy ruler by Creative Grids for cutting quarter circles and arches with a variety of diameters.
Dew Drops is a dramatic modern design that is perfect for a 2- or 3-color layout, and also works beautifully with a variety of colors filling the center circles. In class, you will sew several blocks, and assemble at least one circle. While optional, a little pre-work before you come to class will make your fabric easier to work with when cutting and sewing curves - see the supply list for instructions and a link to a video tutorial for this step.
