The Crazy Quilt Class
We will be assembling crazy quilt blocks using various cutting and sewing techniques. This is a quick and easy method for producing simple blocks in that old fashioned scrap quilt look; you may use your fabric stash or buy new coordinating fabric for an artistic style. You will need a machine that does different decorative stitches. This will be your chance to experiment with embellishments and different thread colors to enhance each piece of your crazy quilt block. This is a beginning to intermediate class; sewing experience will be very helpful. You will need to know how to use the different stitches on your own machine. If you borrow a machine, you must take a basic sewing class 1st.
We will be assembling blocks in class that you can make into a quilt or frame. If you choose to do a wall hanging or baby/lap size you will want to include additional yardage.
Basic Requirements for the Class
- A working machine
- Please double check your machine beforehand
- Thread some bobbins in a neutral grey or off white, a few of these will be helpful to save time.
- Cutting mat,
- Olfa cutter with extra blade,
- scissors,
- seam ripper,
- 6x24, 6x6 inch rulers with a 45 degree angle,
- reg. quilt pins,
Additional Requirements
for the Scrappy Strip Class
- Embroidery quality threads for embellishment stitches for use on your own machine (asst. colors).
- Assortment of trims, braids, lace, hankies, buttons, trinkets, ribbons.
- Fabric Requirements:
- 3 yards of fabric – print with interest for fussy cutting
- 1-3 yards of muslin depending on size you choose to make
- Border fabric and background fabric- 2 – 2 ½ yards
- Your scrap bag
- – to make it portable choose 3-5 coordinating colors Examples: Rose, off-white, and green; or Red, White and Blue- theme,
- Could make it all 30’s reproduction prints, (Ex; pastels, small printed fabrics)
- Include some basic colored fabrics or neutrals. Include light, medium and dark.
- Miscellaneous fabric scraps – at least ¼-½ yard of each of your main fabric choices, coordinating fabric choices before hand will help you be more prepared
- Binding: 2 – 2 ½ yards (*if choose bias binding, may need more yardage)
- Batting and backing to measure finished size of quilt (This can be your choice)
- Optional: Wash away interfacing 1-2pkgs., Or 1-1/2 yds.