Backyard Birds Quilt: Learn Needleturn Appliqué – #13101t

Day: Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Room 202AB
Teacher: Becky Goldsmith
Level: All Levels
Member: $88 Retail: $110
(Plus Kit Fee)

Who can resist a perky bird? This needleturn hand appliqué class focuses on the invisible appliqué stitch, outer points, inner and outer curves, small shapes, and off-the-block stitching. You’ll love learning from Becky as you create this bright and beautiful bird, and you’ll leave with the confidence to make your own appliqué quilts by hand! The block finishes at 12″ x 12″.

Registration for this class includes show admission for Thursday.

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Bullseye Quilt: Foundation Paper Piecing – #17105f

Day: Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Room 101C
Teacher: Becky Goldsmith
Level: All Levels
Member: $88 Retail: $110
(Plus Kit Fee)

This eye-catching block is easier to make than it looks. Come to class and learn the techniques that make foundation paper piecing fun! You will work on one 20″ x 20″ block in class. Choose fabrics and colors for your own block to set the mood you want, either traditional or modern. You can repeat blocks to make a bigger quilt, or you can use this block alone or as a center medallion.

Registration for this class includes show admission for Friday.

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Hand Quilting Basics and More- #13102w

Day: Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Room 202AB
Teacher: Becky Goldsmith
Level: All Levels
Member: $88 Retail: $110

Join Becky for the day and learn how to quilt by hand in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. Hand quilting stitches add beautiful texture and softness to your quilts. You will love the relaxed rhythm of hand quilting and experience real joy as you watch your stitches enhance your quilt. First, you will explore a variety of quilting designs and the different ways to mark them on your quilt top. Then, learn how to baste the layers and prepare the edges of your quilt so they stay tidy as you work. Most importantly, you will practice a classic hand quilting stitch: the rocking stitch. You will have the choice of making small, traditional stitches, or showy, fast, big stitches as you find your unique style.

Registration for this class includes show admission for Wednesday.

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Practical Color for Quilters – #15503

Day: Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Room 202AB
Teacher: Becky Goldsmith
Level: All Levels
Member: $56 Retail: $70

It’s time to finally master color! This is a fun, no-sew class filled with surprises and lots of discussion. You will play with color and value as you glue fabric to paper to make pieced blocks. Everyone puts their blocks together, and you’ll get to see what works, what doesn’t, and most importantly, how to make color work for you! This class will set you up for success in all your future quilts. Don’t miss out!

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