Available Courses
If you would like to attend or host a course, please contact me for more information and scheduling.
Strip pieced ½ Triangle Square PlayIn this class we will explore color and variation in order to make a successful scrappy look quilt. While a layouts will be given out, participants will be encourage to make their own variation... making larger squares or developing their layout. We will be making our own striped material during class, as well as learning a simple technique for making half triangle squares which can be used for any size triangles. Participants can bring colorful scraps or newly purchased fabric, just remember variety is the key... bring the beautiful bright colors as well as the ugly, dull step-sisters. A full range of value (light to dark) will also help ensure the success of your project. A fabric swap in class would allow for more variety, if class participants are willing.
Class Length: 3 or 6 hour class |
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Cut 'N Switch
In this class we will learn to piece improvisationally... making it as we go, without a pattern to follow. We will experiment with line, shape and proportion in creating an original design. We will learn how different line placement and value choices can make in our work . Use a ruler or learn to cut without (drawing with your rotary cutter). Bring colors that interact well but provide contrast. There is not set size for the finished piece, so make a table runner or lap size quilt... making it a great class to learn a new technique.
Class length: 3 or 6 hours |
Ice/Snow DyeingIn this class we will explore the technique of snow dyeing, using actual snow to disperse and distribute the MX Fiber Reactive dyes onto fabric. For obvious reasons, this class is dependent upon weather, and requires a large room that is available for a long period of time. Class length: 3 hours |
Printing on Fabric: working with thicken dyesWe will be printing on fabric with thickened dyes. We will be using techniques similar to printing with paint or ink on paper, however the thickened dyes have a superior hand on fabric. Your fabric will not be brittle or stiff. We will talk about creating layers of color and texture to make your own wonderful fabric with designs of your own choosing. We will talk about thermofax screens, stencils, stamps (commercial or self-made), mono-printing, and paper lamination.
Class length: 3 or 6 hours |

Quilting Basics:
In this class, you will learn basic piecing, needle turn appliqué, and how to make prairie points. We will discuss quilting options and basic binding technique. Chain piecing with be demonstrated, needle turn appliqué techniques shown for success with curves, points and inverted points. We will also work though how to accurately assemble the blocks.
Class length: 6 hours. Can be taught in multiple smaller sessions, allowing for quilting and binding will be worked on also.

Hawaiian Appliqué/Needle Turn Appliué
In this class, you will be creating our own unique appliqué piece. We will work on creating our own paper folded design. Hawaiian patterns will be available for inspiration or trace. Appliqué designs can be tailored to fit the skill level, so beginner to advance welcome. We will walk through the process alignment, basting, and needle turn appliqué (sewing around curves, point and crotches), as well as needle and thread choice.
Fabric can be purchased as a kit. This class can be combined with a 2 day class so participants can make their own snow-dyed fabric.
Class length: 3 or 6 hours
LECTURE: How to Use Hand-Dyed Fabric in Your Quilts As a vendor of hand-dyed fabrics, I have heard numerous different comments about hand-dyed fabrics. During this lecture I would like to talk about some of those myths. I will bring my quilts to explain "how's" and "'why's"... such as how to combine hand-dyed fabric with commercial fabric, and why use hand-dye fabric. We will talk about the basics and benefits of using hand dyed fabric, as well as how to eliminate the pitfalls. Trunk show style lecture. Lecture length: 1/2 hour |
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Lecture: My Quilting JourneyIn this lecture I will take people through the quilts that I have made, from some of my first quilts to some of my recent quilts. When I started quilting my quest was to make a quilt from every pattern and technique. This challenge has lead me to take class from some of the top national teachers, and create a diverse and varied stockpile of quilts. I will talk about what I have learned about color, pattern, balance and variety. Originality has also been a bit thing for me. When I started out, I was following patterns, but tried to find way to put my own touch into each quilt. We will go through some of my milestone quilts; my first ribbon winner, my first original design, my first published quilt... We will talk about what was successful and what was not. Trunk show style lecture.
Lecture Length: 1 hour |