Log Cabin with an Attitude – 1 day class

Log Cabin with Attitude – come and join me in this fun class to learn my unique Liberating Log Cabin technique to make a pair of matching (well almost) place mats to enhance your table.  Inspired by traditional Log Cabin patchwork, I have bought it up to date by improvising the logs and including strip pieced elements to give the block movement. There will be enough fabric in the kit to make two mats. Fabrics will not necessarily the same as those I have used but they will be fantastic Vintage Japanese Cotton. Finished place mats will be approx. 12” square.  

Kit will include:

Fabric for blocks, batting, backing fabric and fabric for binding. Sashiko Needle, Japanese Sashiko thread for quilting and a copy of my book Liberating Log Cabin  and full hand stitching instructions as the book is geared towards machine piecing.

Students need to bring navy blue hand stitching thread and needle, basic sewing kit and rotary cutter, cutting mat and 12” ruler.

Kit Cost: $50

Kawandi Quilt or place mat – 1 day class

This delightful applique technique was devised by the Siddi women, an ethnic group of early African migrants, including slaves brought by Portuguese colonists in the 16^th Century to India and South Asia. Traditionally made from scraps of fabric you will learn how to layer from the edges of the backing and wadding working towards the centre of the work. There will be enough fabric in the kit to make one item. Fabrics not necessarily the same as those I have used but they will be Vintage Japanese Cotton or if you prefer, African Fabrics.  Finished work will be approx. 12” x 10”.

Kit will include:

Fabric, batting, and backing fabric. Sashiko Needle, Japanese Sashiko thread for quilting.

Students need to bring a light colored basting thread and needle,  basic sewing kit and rotary cutter, cutting mat and 12” ruler.

I will provide a handout with full instructions.

Kit Cost: $45

Sashiko Pouch/Purse – 1 day class

Learn how to make this cute little pouch/purse with me, using a design I have perfected to work a traditional Sashiko pattern and including a lovely Sakura (Cherry) Blossom motif to make something special for yourself or a friend/relative.  There will be enough fabric in the kit to make one item. I will also show you a variety of finishing techniques too. Although fabrics may not necessarily the same as those I have used,  the kit will include a piece of  genuine Japanese Cotton Fabric. The stitching design will be transferred on to the fabric by me in advance.

Finished work will be approx. 8” long x 5”wide x 2”deep.

Kit will include:

Fabric (pre marked with the design), backing fabric and lining, zipper, Sashiko Needle, Japanese Sashiko thread for decorative stitching.

Students need to bring a light colored basting thread and needle and basic sewing kit

I will provide a handout with full instructions and the design and show how to transfer to the fabric for future use.

Kit Cost $45

A Little Piece of Africa – 1 day class

Come and join in on this very popular hand stitching class. You will learn how to piece, applique and hand quilt/embroider a delightful little mini quilt which could also be turned into a small purse. You will find out where in Africa the fabric comes from and there will be enough fabric in the kit to make one item. The fabrics in your kit will not necessarily be the same as those I have used but they will be genuine African Fabrics. Please note my sample is machine quilted, we will be hand stitching in the class.

Finished work will be approx. 12” x 6”.

 Kit will include:

Fabric, batting, and backing fabric. Sashiko Needle, Japanese Sashiko thread for quilting.

Students need to bring a light colored basting thread and needle,  basic sewing kit and rotary cutter, cutting mat and 12” ruler.

I will provide a handout with full instructions

Kit Cost: $45

Diamond Chain Star

Discover how fast and easy it is to create this beautiful diamond chain star quilt.  Learn how strip cutting diamond strips is fast and fun, and how to easily make the large star points behind the diamond chain star. An added bonus is how simple it is, there are no setting seams.  

E-Pattern:  Diamond Chain Star

Please order pattern before class and print it out. The e-pattern is $5.00 www.delightfulpiecing.com.

 If you would like a printed pattern I will bring one the day of the class, just let me know. $8.00 delightfulpiecing@gmail.com

Fabric needed

• Brown                  1/2  yard    
• Brown 1               1/2  yard    
• Brown 2                1/2  yard    
• Brown 3               1/2  yard    
• Brown 4               1/2  yard    
• Brown 5               1/2  yard
• Brown 6               1/2 yard
• Medium blue         1/2  yard
• Light blue   1/2 yard

Basic Supplies

• Scissors and paper scissors
• Pins
• Thread to match fabric
• Rotary cutter
• Rotary mat 18” x 24”
• Rotary ruler 6″ x 12″
• Extension cord
• Fabric marking pencil
• One sheet of template plastic
• Double sided Scottch tape

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Caribbean Delight

Discover how  to create this intriguing quilt of overlapping stars. Learn just how simple it is to make an inset seam. Choose an ombre or 8 different fat quarters for a delightful star wall quilt. Barbara also gives tips and tricks in how to quilt his charming piece of art.

Fabric

• 1 1/2 yard Ombre (Timeless Treasures ombre C4700-peacock is what I used.  There are other color ways in this ombre.)
• 5/8 yard light gray                            
• 2 yard medium gray            
• 1/2 yard binding
• Backing 56” x 56”                                                                   
• Batting 56” x 56

Cutting before class

Ombré

• Cut 5 strips 3 1/2” x wof
• Cut 1 strip 2 1/2″ x wof*;
• Cut 4 strips 1 1/2” x wof* (for second border)

Light Gray

• Cut 2 strips 7 1/4” x wof*; subcut 8 squares 7 1/4″ x 7 1/4″, and cut diagonally twice for a total of 32 triangles.

Medium Gray

• Cut 1 strip 11 1/8” x wof*; subcut 2 squares 11 1/8” x 11 1/8”, and cut diagonally once for a total of 4 triangles.

• Cut 2 strips 7 1/4” x wof*; subcut 6 squares 7 1/4″ x 7 1/4″, and cut diagonally twice for a total of 24 triangles.
• Cut 4 strips 2 1/2″ x wof* (for first border)
• Cut 5 strips 3 3/4″ x wof* (for third border)
• Cut 5 strips 2 1/4” x wof* (for binding)

Scrappy Pinwheels

Gather your scrap fabrics and make this intriguing quilt of pinwheels. Learn the tips and tricks of sewing a triangle block layout together to create pinwheels by making a one block design. You will not believe how a simple block can do such wonders.

Basic Supplies

• Scissors and paper scissors
• Pins
• Thread to match fabric
• Rotary cutter
• Rotary mat 18” x 24”
• Rotary ruler 6″ x 12″
• Extension cord
• Fabric marking pencil
• One sheet of template plastic
• 8 ½” 60 degree ruler (optional)
• Double sided Scottch tape

Fabrics

• Background: 3 yards
• 23 Assorted fabrics of reds and blacks in light, medium and dark values, ½ yard each
• (If you want to make a smaller quilt bring 7 fabrics) assorted fabrics.
• Cutting before class
• From each of the assorted fabrics:
• Cut 3 strips 3 1/4” wide x wof;
• From background  fabric cut:
• 4 strips 3 ¼”
• 2 strips 5 ½”

We will make this fun wavy quilt as you go table runner. Once you master the technique you will want to make them for all occasions! I chose the tropical feel for mine. Can’t wait to see what theme you choose! I will supply the templates that you will need. Any questions feel free to email me at mjjf@bellsouth.net

Jelly Roll Jiggle Table Runner

Supply List:

• Theme Fabric 1/3 yard
• Jelly Roll Strips 11 strips (may cut 2 ½ inch strips)
• Backing ½ yard
• Fusible fleece ½ yard
• Binding ¼ yard if cut straight grain which works fine or ½ yard if cut on bias
• Good quality thread for quilting
• Straight pins
• Fine point sharpie
• Frixion pen or erasable marking pen
• Scissors  Rotary cutter
• Small ruler for ¼ inch marking or measuring gauge
• Hand sewing needle for binding
• Jelly Roll Jiggle Pattern from Tiger Lily Press (I will bring for purchase if you need it.)

This is a fun and easy tote. It’s is so much fun to see how they all come together with everyone’s choice of fabrics. Great tote for everyday or to carry supplies to class in. Looks great in batiks or fun prints.

Supplies

• Pattern and magnetic closure will be supplied at no additional cost.
• 20 five inch squares or bring a charm pack if you want to choose in class
• 1 yd fabric for small accent band, handles and lining
• 1/3 yd fabric for top band and inside pockets (if you like you can make inside pkts from extra charm squares)
• Fusible fleece (pellon 987 or similar) 1 pc 31×19 in and 2 pcs 1in x 26in
• Décor Bond(pellon 809) 1 pc 31×19 in and 2 pcs 6×11
• Scissors
• Straight pins
• Rotary cutter and small mat
• Seam ripper (hope you don’t need it!)
• Fabric marking pen

Really cute quilt as you go pouches. Intimidated by zippers? This is quick and easy. Perfect for gifts if you can part with them. You can embellish them or leave them plain. We will make the large and small version but may have time to make all three if you like.

Supplies for large and small pouches

• Five 2 ½ inch strips
• ½ yd lining
• Fusible Fleece 2 pcs 6 ¾ x9 ¼ pieces for Small
• 2 pcs 9 ¼ x 13 ¼ for Large
• (The medium takes 2 10 ¾ x 8 ¾)
• 14 or more buttons if you choose to embellish
• 2 14in polyester zippers I like to use contrasting zipper
• Straight pins
• Scissors
• Rotary cutter
• Ruler and small mat
• Hand sewing needle if embellishing

Seam ripper (just in case!)

Atkinson Designs Zippy Strippy pattern (I will provide these for purchase)