Two or more people (partner/student/friend) sharing a room, each, meals included.1 room with 4 beds max. Double occupancy unless otherwise requested.
Single bed, meals included.
Staying off site, meals included.
Non-workshop, single room, meals included.
Non-workshop, sharing a room, meals included.
Non-workshop, staying off site, meals included.
Irene Blanck [16 remaining]
Sweet TreatsThis is a funky, fun collage project of birds and flowers connected by the thread of stems. In this class you will learn: techniques for quick and easy prep work; using a lightbox effectively; needleturn appliqué, prepared edge appliqué using washaway paper; straight-line appliqué; template appliqué; and easy-peasy stems and circles.focusonquilts.com.auLevel: All Levels
Betty Busby [5 remaining]
Multi Media FiberExplore the use of various non-woven materials in fiber art. The class will include ways to produce images with them and methods to incorporate them to extend the range of expression achieved with traditional fabrics. We will explore the use of an electric cutting machine, learn how to draw a pattern from scratch and adjust the machine settings to achieve exciting results.bettybusby.comLevel: All Levels*Machine NOT required*
Jacqueline de Jonge [11 remaining]
Block ExchangeIn this approachable class, students will be sewing one of the latest BeColourful patterns, designed to be as exciting as it is achievable! Whether you’re a beginner or have quilting experience, discover how working with curves and colors can be an absolute joy- not intimidating at all! Throughout the class, Jacqueline will guide you step by step, breaking down the pattern into manageable sections.becolourful.com.auLevel: Intermediate/Advanced*Sewing machine required*
Kathy Doughty [Sold Out]
Trade Winds Feathered StarJoin Kathy for a journey along the Trade Winds, a dynamic quilt made with useful techniques and decorative Organic Applique. The medallion is a Feathered Star block – a rite of passage block that is satisfying to make with the template and a few tips. Students will work with a wedge ruler and circle techniques to make the corners before moving to half stars and quarter squares.materialobsession.com.auLevel: Intermediate*Sewing machine required*
Susan Edmonson [6 remaining]
Wildflower TalesTake a Wildflower walk with Susan through the woods! Stitch flowers to make a creative fabric journal with little facts and quotes about each of the flowers. The stitches will be done using Pearl Cotton Threads and embellished with ribbons and unique hand dyed fabrics, cheesecloth, velveteen, linen, velvet and more. Each day will focus on creating a different flower.susanedmonsondesigns.comLevel: All Levels*Machine NOT required*
David Owen Hastings [14 remaining]
Inspired by ArchitectureWorking from photos of architectural elements, David will guide you through the steps to design a minimal, modern fabric quilt. Learn the quilt-as-you-go method, sewing the top pieces, batting and backing simultaneously. Add texture and complexity with David’s unique approach to walking foot machine quilting. Connect multiple units with a gusset join technique.davidowenhastings.comLevel: All Levels*Sewing machine required*
Jane Haworth [12 remaining]
Capture Your Life with Collage Quilting Join Jane for a hands-on fabric collage workshop where students will unleash their creativity in making one-of-a-kind fabric collage quilts. Ideas may include animals, birds, flowers, fish, lizards, still life, buildings and more. In the workshop students will develop their artistic skills, learning about using contrast and value in collage, building unusual backgrounds and free motion stitching.janehaworth.comLevel: All Levels*Machine NOT required*
Robin Long [11 remaining]
Summer Bloom/Winter Wreath Make this dynamic mandala-style project which can be finished either into a small quilt or a tree skirt. Learn how to use the Robin Ruth Design Mariner’s Compass rulers for strip pieced mariner’s compass blocks, and then combine them with other elements that are common in her patterns including pieced Dresden’s and faced appliquépetals.robinruthdesign.comLevel: Intermediate/Advanced*Sewing machine required*
Sandra L. Mollon [Sold Out]
Fused Art Quilts from Photographs Students select a photograph they wish to work from, get it enlarged and trace a pattern from which to work. Another option is to use any pattern by Sandra, which may be appropriate for beginning students who do not have an image they want to use. Students will select appropriate fabrics to use, which are then fused into place, enhanced with media, and quilted to create an art quilt. sandramollonquilts.comLevel: Confident Beginner*Machine NOT required*
Wendy Williams [12 remaining]
Another Story Quilt This quilt is a great way to explore many different techniques including embroidery, broderie perse, EPP, and Boro stitching. Make this quilt your own by adding little memory pieces from your own collections (doilies etc.) Wendy will take you through using different techniques to make little patched blocks and explore many simple embroidery stitches. Make your quilt large or small. flyingfishkits.comLevel: All Levels
Libby Williamson [5 remaining]
Drawing with Stitches This joyful class explores techniques using acrylic paint, Derwent Inktense pencils, ink, paint markers, and other media to create a stash of separate design elements. Then we’ll add freemotion stitching, sewn in a loose, whimsical way to provide wonderful, linear detail to the painted fabric. The components are trimmed, arranged, and stitched to background fabric. libbywilliamson.comLevel: Confident Beginner*Sewing machine required*
Cotton Patch Sewing Machine Rentals - Bernina 335
Please only select if you absolutely cannot bring your own machine. A limited number of Bernina sewing machines will be available for those who cannot travel by air with their own machines. Sewing machines are provided by The Cotton Patch of Lafayette, California.*No special feet available*
The Sewing CornerThe Sewing Corner will have additional selections for machine rentals if Cotton Patch is sold out or doesn't have the type of machine or feet you are looking for.Empty Spools does not work directly with The Sewing Corner to coordinate machines.To book please call them directly: 831-877-1155
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