Workshops {1 day}
(7 hours)
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on the small picture to see the fullpicture of the quilts.
Lattice
Weave (2011)
This project can
be made in a number of sizes and although there is no actual
"block" structure, instructions will be available
for the different size quilts. This project works well out
of your stash for the weaving and a dark backgrouns and border
helps make the quilt come to life.
Top End Stars
(2011)
This workshop uses
larger pieces, makes 4 big blocks and can be finished with
a plain border to enhance the centre, Two different star blocks
feature in this design. The top is quick to make, and can
be made in your favourite colour theme, or try it from your
scraps for a multi coloured look.
What a Beauty (2008)
This is a very full
program for one day, I recpmmend it is better as a two or
three day to allow students more of the hands on work, and
a better understanding of the construction.
This workshop is
based on a laminated template that is the foundation from
which many different block designs can be drawn. In a one
day class tudents are shown how to draw up basic blocks that
are used in this quilt and how to piece them using postcard
foundation piecing. There is a booklet pattern for all students
to buy at class that covers all the blocks used in the sample
quilt and how to draw them. A minimun of two are sewn in a
one day class..
Grandvale Garden (2008)
This quilt is part
of Points at Play series that Jan has designed around the
half rectangle units. This quilt is suitable for a 1 day class
where 1/2 the quilt can be done, with all sizes and techniques
covered, or a 2 day where it is possible to complete the quilt
top. Several sizes of the pieced units are used in this quilt
and Jan uses a trim down technique and regular rulers for
this project.
Playtime Cards (2008)
This is a quick
fun quilt using a card trick variation. It is sampled as a
cot quilt however more blocks could turn this into a fun quilt
for any age.
 Woven
Dreams(2008)
This quick little
quilt can be made in any size - sample is a cot quilt. Great
for featuring a favourite fabric and the sashings weave between
the blocks.
 Child's
Play (2007)
This workshop shows
an easy way how to inset blocks into a background with a random
placement. Fun blocks or great fabric squares can be used
in class to make a table runner or wall hanging.
 Freedom
(2006)
This
workshop explores the freedom of curved piecing without rulers
and piecing without a 1/4" seam. A great way to create
landscape scenes or contemporary quilts, or add a different
style of border to a more traditional block - many applications
- lots of fun. My sample was made using a large range of Guatemalan
and commercial fabrics, however I have created a simpler format
for the workshop, enabling students to learn the techniqhes
and ofetn a complete quilt top is made in class.
Freedom
Quilting (2006)
This
workshop teaches the style of quilting I used on my freedom
quilt. I have found that students have been able to learn
this method easier than regular free motion and although this
style is not suited to all quilts, it can add texture and
interest and helps students build their confidence. A fun
day creating on a blank canvas.
Heather's
Fancy (2006)
This
quick quilt is made with only two fabrics - a main that is
perfect for special prints like
Japanese styles - plus there is a dark and light print
to compliment it. The layout styles are many, and for students
to get help with these this can be taken as a two
day class. Suited to all skill levels.
Double
the Fun (2005)
 This
workshop uses a quilt-as-you-go technique to make a fun table
centre. Great for featuring two themes- e.g.Xmas one side,
every day the other. Suited to all skill levels. In
& out
binding also shown.
Star
Bright
 Create
a wall hanging or centre medallion for a larger quilt. This
workshop uses rotary cutter techniques including angles and
as you make the eight point star, learn the skill of handling
the bias seams and setting the corners. Design suits colour
bar
fabrics, 2 colours only or even scraps.
Quilt
Before you Appliqué
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“Buttons the clown”  In
this workshop have fun creating a wall hanging –
great for a child’s room, using the quick machine
method of appliqué. At home apply this fun technique
to make whole quilts and garments or to enhance a pieced
quilt, or to even add more interest to an already finished
quilt by applying more appliqué.
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“Crazy Hearts” or “Crazy Tea Party”
Using the quick machine method of appliqué, whilst
also including embellishment both with machine and by
hand to add interest to the wall hanging. A great gift
idea.
Echo
Star
 A
cushion block or wall hanging that can also be repeated for
a larger quilt. This workshop uses rotary cutting techniques
creating a star within a star design. Suitable for those new
to rotary cutting and quilt making.
Interlocking
Pin Wheel
 This
is a workshop featuring mitred corners , and is designed for
rotary cutting. In class make a pieced cushion size block
or wall hanging where pin wheels rotate around the block.
Repeat the design for an interesting quilt. Some piecing knowledge
best for this design, but not essential.
Bargello
 Learn
the basics of this creative wave design where each quilt looks
different. Make a wall hanging size piece of bargello in this
workshop and complete it for the wall, or include it in a
jacket or bag, or expand on the design later and turn it into
a larger dramatic quilt. Pre cutting required.
Basic
Log Cabin
This workshop teaches
the speed piecing technique to create a traditional log cabin
quilt. A cot size top can be achieved in class, or make more
blocks at home for a larger quilt. Fabric quantities are given
for several sizes. Different settings are discussed and different
quilting options.
Double
or Triple Irish Chain
 A
traditional quilt made using strip piecing. Fabric quantities
for several sizes is given, so you can choose the size of
project you want to make. This design can be left plain, feature
quilting in the plain sections or enhanced with appliqué
when pieced for a different look.
Foundation
Piecing
  Learn
the accurate method of foundation piecing starting with simple
designs and working to more complex. At home turn your work
into a bag or machine cover, or make quilt labels, or small
quilts etc. This technique has many applications for small
or large quilt designs and different types of foundations
will be discussed.
Borders,
Bindings and Finishes
This workshop is
designed around samples of basic border techniques, and then
covers the various basic binding methods finishing by hand
or machine to help overcome fluted edges and empty bindings.
The workshop covers rod pockets, tabs and labels and is designed
to help students finish their quilts with confidence. A great
class for those who are self taught, or simply a refresher
for others who would like to improve their quilt finishes.
In class work on sample pieces.
Stained
glass by Machine
 This
workshop is designed for those people who like the stained
glass effect but prefer the faster results of machine work.
A small size sample is worked on in class. Use my designs,
or bring a small one of your own.
Random
Piecing
Get out the scrap
box, even the smallest odd shaped pieces are great for this
fun workshop. Choose from many gift sized projects to make
in the workshop. Create something practical from very little
– no skills required, no planning – have fun creating
your own fabrics from scraps.
Double
Image (2 sizes available)
This is a machine pieced workshop designed to create a wall
hanging or small quilt in a ‘quilt as you go’ method.
There is no extra quilting needed in this project and when
each completed block has been joined the project is ready
for binding. The centre squares are set in twisted layers
to form the block. The centre can be a feature piece to display
cross stitch, appliqué, crazy patch, signatures, photos
or special themes, or the whole block chosen to give a different
theme to each side of the quilt. The finished project size
will depend on size and number of blocks chosen. The larger
size is best used in workshop samples.
Both of these sizes
are available as patterns also.
Aunt Sukey's Choice
 This
is a great quilt top to make using an "old favourite"
block called Aunt Sukey's Choice, and is a great design for
a scrap look, or a single colour theme using different values.
Make a smaller project like a table runner for Xmas. The workshop
has pre cutting requirements to enable a greater amount to
be achieved in class.
True
Lover’s Knot
 This
is a workshop that concentrates on the techniques of sewing
simple curved seams by hand. Extra blocks such as Drunkard's
Path and Orange Peel can be made using this technique. Enjoy
the relaxed nature of this project as you make the quilt or
learn the technique only on a block – it is up to you.
My Hearts in the
cabin
 This
wall hanging features cornered log cabin blocks which can
have a dimensional or flat look depending on the method you
chose. The blocks create a frame for a central design of your
choice – I have a celtic style heart design, you may
prefer a different appliqué. A larger quilt can be
made using this technique, however requirements are for small
size only, which is achievable in a one day workshop.
Quilt-as-you-go
Construction techniques
This workshop explores
6 different ways that pre-quilted sections can be joined to
make a larger quilt. Both hand and machine techniques are
covered, and students work on a sample of each method in class.
Seminole Patchwork
 Seminole
is a series of bands of fabric of different conformations
that are cut and repositioned to create many interesting designs
by varying the number and widths of the strips and the angle
and widths of offset positions when joining. Using these techniques
try different small sections and turn them into a sampler
collection in a folder, a strip sampler quilt or use them
in gift ideas – towel decoration, ruler bag, needle holder.
Miniature-
Schoolhouse Garden
 This
workshop covers foundation piecing and hand or machine piecing
of miniature blocks, plus buttonhole appliqué and folded
flowers. This workshop is suitable for all skill levels.
Framed in Celtic
 Make
a cushion block in a Celtic design from one of two designs
available. This class shows how to transfer designs, create
the bias using several options, allowing a multi-coloured
fabric to create interesting effects. The class covers how
to form the Celtic designs and an appliqué design is
then placed in the centre of the framing.
Basic
Machine Quilting
This workshop takes you through the marking procedures, sandwiching
the quilt, then on to machine guided quilting. By the end
of the lesson you are starting on free motion quilting including
stippling.
Re-Cut Diamonds
 In
this workshop we create some pieced diamonds then re-cut them
to create different patterns of colour. More than one size
option is given for fabric selection and to allow for different
skill levels. You may prefer to make a smaller wall hanging
in Xmas colours or a larger table cloth or make this as a
medallion in a larger quilt. The final shape can be hexagonal
or add to it to make a square or rectangle quilt. The smaller
size very achievable in workshop time.
Carnival of Colour
  This
workshop shows how to make a pinwheel style block for a very
quick quilt. It can be multi-coloured in each pinwheel, or
an individual colour in each pinwheel, or simply make a 2
colour quilt where all the pinwheels are the same. The blocks
are 15”, so the quilt grows quickly. A great design for
children or adults, and great for gifts. Requirements are
for several sizes to suit your needs. Quilt top only.
Migrating Geese
In a one day lesson, learn how to draw your own geese block
with varying size and direction of the geese in the design,
then learn how to piece into a background. We make one block
in class that can be a table mat, cushion block, or part of
a larger project. This block can have a plain background or
learn the extra technique with the strip background.
Conquering Curves:
 This
workshop is a one day workshop designed around the technique
of piecing curves accurately using freezer paper techniques.
Create your own repeat block design or bag, or use mine. This
method can be used in such things as landscapes, abstract
designs or more specific shapes e.g. flowers etc. Combinations
with other techniques e.g.. Strip or crazy piecing, can create
interesting secondary patterns or backgrounds for appliqué.
Geese over Fields
 This
quilt is a combination of design and is best used as an option
when Migrating Geese & Conquering Curves combine as a
2 day workshop, as it covers all aspects of both classes.
Beyond
the Stars
 This
workshop features the Ohio star set with two different coloured
chains across a multicoloured background. The background could
be washed from dark to light, or use as a mottled effect.
Skills in cutting & machine piecing. Quilt top only.
Strippy
stars
 This
workshop uses the kaleido ruler to create striped and plain
units that make up different patterns such as the star sample.
It is a fun workshop that you can plan your colours for, or
simply use a little more of that stash and have a great scrap
look with only 1 plain colour. Machine piecing – a little
previous piecing experience is best.
Cart Wheels
 This
is a quick project using machine piecing and appliqué.
The end result can vary with different arrangements of blocks,
and is a fun quilt in scraps or a set colour plan. For those
with fancy machine stitches, you may prefer to add some of
these. The wheels have different centers and backgrounds to
add a lot of movement.
Fast Floating Four-Patch
 This
is a workshop that takes the maths out of creating on point
squares that float on each layer of background. A fun block
to make using scraps, or choose a set colour scheme –
looks great either way. The quilt also covers a pieced sashing
option and different block sizes will be discussed.
Jacob’s
Ladder Quillow
 Requirements
are given for a single bed or large lap size quillow, and
the workshop covers the construction of the traditional block
design and pillow section. A great design for men and boys
made in bold colours or equally as effective in soft feminine
colours. A great idea for guest rooms or travelling. A workshop
using rotary cutting skills and different piecing methods.
Spider
Web Quilt
 This
workshop is another favourite for scraps in strips and has
been finished with an appliqué vine. The whole top
will not be made in the workshop, but you will be well on
the way and can add to it as time permits (or as you acquire
more scraps) at home. This workshop is suited to all skill
levels.
Scrappy Kaleidoscope
 This
fun block is a great way to use odd size pieces from your
scrap box to create a colourful quilt. Make blocks as you
get more scraps, then later complete the quilt. Learn different
ways to change the quilt by introducing plain fabrics for
stars.
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