Courses
Stack it, Slice it and even Bend it! A new design for 2011. Slice up your squares and re-organise the pile to create random, yet controlled blocks on a log cabin type theme. Can be made to any size. |
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Just for Fun A new design for 2010. A particularly quick method with half square triangles. Great fun to do and tips will be given on piecing the points. Quilt is approx 52” x 52" |
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Free technique square in a square (sort of!) Based on Jan Mullen’s technique. Start with an irregular 4 sided shape, add other irregular pieces but finish up with easy to piece regular squares. Use a subtle range of co-ordinating fabrics or bright fabrics for a child, for a wall hanging or bed quilt. Quilt is approx 50” x 50” |
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Jenny‘s Quilt A careful use of fabrics to make a quilt approx 38” x 38” with a 3D illusion. More precise than the above but with one or two ‘tricks of the trade’ to make the process easier. Quilt is approx 38” x 38” Not for absolute beginners. |
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Scrap Quilt A quick technique for one block to create what appears to be a very time consuming quilt. Lots of different arrangement possibilities. No two need be the same. Quilt is approx 41” x 41” |
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Dancing in the Square Great fun using Martha Thompson’s technique. Just cut and join squares, then cut and join again to make a seemingly complicated but deceptively easy quilt. Quilt is approx 41" x 41" |
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Tackling the Transfer Paints Paint your own design for a cushion, transfer to fabric and overlay with further painted voile. Quilt by hand or machine for accent. Those who think they are unable to draw will find that they can! Picture shows cushion |
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Dyeing in Buckets Go home with 24 graded colours from 4 buckets of dye. Fabrics that are guaranteed to go together for your next project. |
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Dyeing in Plastic Bags Play with dyes to create your own personal fabrics. |
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Free technique cross in a square Another quick, easy and fun quilt. Free cutting using 10” squares then add strips, cut again and re-assemble. Ideal with bright fabrics for a child’s quilt. Quilt is approx 51” x 51” |
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Free Cut Nine Patch Go wild with this free technique. |
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Controlling the Cling Film Make an abstract picture and/or note book covers with cling film, layering and stitching. Not for beginners |
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Assorted Cushions Various designs from which to choose. Ideal for absolute beginners. |
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Christmas Decorations Enjoy a day getting ready for Christmas. Various tree decorations, a wreath, crackers, a small wall hanging, and a centre piece for the table. Hand and machine stitching. |
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Designing for the Hesitant For all those not confident enough to try their hand at designing. Starting with a favourite picture, postcard or photo, you will design your own block for a very personal piece of work that can be turned into a wall hanging, throw, cushion or used as starting point for a larger item, such as a bed quilt. Techniques for making up the block, colour choices and fabrics will be discussed, as well as finishing and quilting. Drawing skills are not necessary – just a desire to ‘have a go’ and be surprised by the results! 1 Day only - Mainly designing but methods of construction will be discussed. 2 Days - After designing there will be time to start making up the piece of work. Not suitable for beginners. |
Back to Basics This course is ideal for absolute beginners or post beginners wishing to improve their techniques. Most basic rotary cutting and quick piecing techniques by machine will be covered giving beginners a good grounding for all future patchwork projects. Make a collection of samples to put in a file, together with the instruction sheets, for future reference. If time allows we will use your newly acquired knowledge to complete a cushion cover. The use of colour, value, appropriate fabrics and waddings will be discussed and hand and machine quilting touched upon to complete the piece. Enjoy a day which will be the start of an absorbing hobby. A good grounding for future projects and a great confidence booster. Popular with beginners or those wishing to refine their techniques. |
Fees on application All workshops can be either 9.30 a.m. - 4.30p.m. or 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. Tel: 01466 794480 Email: info@lamaisondupatchwork.com Travelling expenses: Over 25 miles - 30p per mile |