Date/Time
Date(s) - Friday, 09/16/22 - Saturday, 09/17/22
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location
Best Little Retreat Center in Texas, LLC
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Have you ever wanted to make a Judy Niemeyer quilt but were too intimidated by the lengthy instructions and extensive paper piecing techniques? This 2-Day entry level friendly approach workshop will teach you everything you need to know to read Quiltworx patterns, understand Judy’s paper-piecing techniques and organizational methods, as well as complete a 40” x 40” wall hanging top – The Lotus Flower.
Finished size: 40″ x 40″
Day 1 will introduce you to the tools and techniques used in making a Quiltworx quilt. From the basics of how to read the instructional booklets that are packaged in each Quiltworx pattern to cutting out fabric layout sheets and the paper piecing newsprint that is used for accurate sewing. We will practice on mock projects and learn everything needed to complete a Quiltworx by Judy Niemeyer pattern.
Day 2 you will work from start to finish on the LOTUS FLOWER pattern. We will work together each step of the way on the quilt top.
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner/Intermediate
SKILL DETAILS: Basic sewing skills and understanding of quilt construction required. No previous paper piecing skills necessary.
REQUIRED PATTERN (discounted for the workshop): $29.50 $20 (includes all foundation papers). Can be purchased on Michael’s website – michaelquilts.com/shop Pre-Cut Kits are also available on his website if you would like to purchase prior to class.
Fabric Requirements:
FABRICS to have prior to class (see sample pics for examples):
1 Yd – Background
¾ Yd – Outside Border and Inner Star
5/8 Yd – Inner Border and Large Petals
½ Yd – Large Petals
¼ Yd – Outside Star Points
3/8 Yd – Inner Star and Outside Star Points
Note: Batiks are great for paper piecing, but cotton prints and solids are also popular and work very well.
SUPPLY LIST:
Sewing Machine
Microtex Sharp size 70/10 Needle
50wt or 60wt thread
Basic Sewing Supplies (scissors, pins, seam ripper, etc.)
Rotary Cutter
Cutting Mat
Rulers (a 6” x 24” if you can travel with it, a 6” x 12”, other small rulers if you like)
Small Iron
Pressing Surface
Precision Starch Pen with Starch (available michael.quilts.com/shop)
Fabric Glue Pen with Refillable Cartridge
Add-A-Quarter Ruler (12-inch recommended)
Washable Glue Stick (UHU stic recommended)
Scotch Brand Repositionable/Restickable Glue Stick
Jumbo Paper Clips (get the regular smooth metal jumbo kind)
(3) Large Ziploc (or any brand) Freezer Bags – Gallon Size
Standard Size Stapler
Highlighter
Pencil/Pen
1-inch 3-Ring Binder
Plastic Folding Templates (Michael will provide)
Small Curved Embroidery Scissors (nice to have but not required)
Purple Thang (nice to have but not required)
Scotch Tape or Nexcare Clear Flexible Tape (nice to have but not required)
Cost:
Class Fee $50
Retreat Center Fee $25/day plus tax or $54.13 (or use 2 of your prepaid days!)
Includes 2 full days in the Retreat Center – 9am-9pm! Instruction time will be from 10am-4pm.