Saturday Workshop & Sewing Social: Friendship and Wonky Stars
Saturday 23rd November 2024, 9.30am - 4pm
Old Down Hall, Basingstoke RG22 5UY
Morning: Learn how to make both the Friendship Star Block and the Wonky Star Block. The blocks require a minimum of three fabrics. Printed patterns with cutting & piecing instructions are included in the fee of £15.
Afternoon: Carry on making the Star Blocks or bring along a project to stitch as we enjoy a relaxing few hours sewing and chatting.
Light refreshments will be available - don't forget to bring your lunch!
This is the second in a series of patchwork block workshops designed to introduce different techniques. Completed blocks can be used to make a traditional Sampler Quilt or to make a Puzzle Quilt. I'll be providing layouts for both and ideas to help you design your own quilt top. You do not need to attend all of the Workshops to complete your quilt top. The blocks may also be used to make cushions, table runners, bags or wall hangings.
Equipment Required
· General sewing kit – sharp scissors, pins, tape measure.
· Sewing machine in good working order with manual.
· Quarter inch foot (optional)
· Good quality 50wt cotton thread (Mettler, Aurifil, Gutterman) for piecing.
· Materials (listed below)
· Rotary cutter, mat (ideally 24” x 18”) and rulers (12” x 6” and/or 24” x 6” or similar).
Skills Required
· Able to rotary cut fabric to size.
· Able to stitch quarter inch patchwork seams.
Materials Required
Please choose quilting weight 100% cotton as this is the best weight fabric to use in conjunction with a pattern designed for machine patchworking.
Choose at least three fabrics that contrast well with each other (think: light, medium, dark). Without contrast the patchwork design will not be easy to see. Three shades of the same colour will work too!
About Me: My name is Allison Reid. I live in Basingstoke and have been designing and making patchwork quilts for the past fourteen years. I have published patchwork patterns and regularly taught workshops at Purple Stitches, Basingstoke.
Contact: info@patchwork-quilting.co.uk
See my latest projects and classes:
Facebook: NewEveryMorningPQ or via my blog page: www.patchwork-quilting.co.uk or Instagram: @allisonreid.neweverymorning
The Venue: Old Down Hall, 364 Kempshott Lane, Basingstoke, RG22 5UY
Facilities at Old Down Hall: parking is free, there are spaces in front of the Hall and across the road; kitchen with tea and coffee making facilities; toilets with disabled access.
Workshop & Sewing Social is limited to eight participants.
Please note: Open to those aged 18 years and above.
On Receipt of your payment: I will confirm by email that you have secured a place. If you have any questions about the Workshop please do contact me at info@patchwork-quilting.co.uk
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Cancellation Policy
The workshop and sewing social will be cancelled if fewer than three people enrol. A full refund will be given if the course is cancelled. However, materials and equipment bought by you for the workshop cannot be claimed for.
If you book and then have to cancel a full refund will be paid up to and including Monday 18th November 2024. Refunds cannot be made if your notification of cancellation is provided after this date. In this case you are welcome to transfer your booking to a future workshop or to a friend – please notify me of their contact details. If there is a waiting list for the workshop I may be able to transfer your booking and provide a refund.