Learn to Quilt: LEVEL 2 - Big T *FALL 2024 TBA*

Taught by Maggie McDonnell

The Big T quilt is a large block quilt that will sew up quickly while introducing the quilter to half square triangles and flying geese; two triangular shapes often used in quilts.

Participants will refine skills covered in level 1 while adding triangles to their repertoire.

Participants will finish the top of this striking quilt over this weekend series of classes. The final class will address how to “complete the quilt as desired” through demonstration and practice on small samples.

Prerequisite skills: Participants must have a good understanding of use of the sewing machine; threading, winding bobbins and maintaining straight seams. Experience in cutting with a rotary cutter, pressing and nesting seams, adding borders or completion of the Level 1 class is required.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

This class is a WEEKEND WORKSHOP offered over the course of three days, for a total of 15 hours of learning.

Class size: LIMITED TO SIX STUDENTS. Learn in a cozy environment with plenty of time with your teacher!

Dates: Fall *TBA* 2024

Times: see schedule

Cost: $195 CAD (Use of sewing machines and all materials included in the cost)

Supplies to be purchased prior to first class:

• 1 layer cake (a collection of coordinating prints), available at Lilax Studios
• 3.1 meters of background fabric (usually a solid color such as white, ivory or black)
• 1.2 meters of border fabric (usually a complimentary print)
• 2 spools of coordinating thread 

SCHEDULE

Friday, June 7

6:30 – 9:00 PM Cutting, sorting units for blocks

Saturday, June 8

10:00 – 12:30 PM Sewing, cutting, pressing

1:30 – 4:00 PM Sewing, cutting, pressing

5:00 – 7:30 PM Sewing, cutting, pressing, adding borders

Sunday, June 9

10:00 – 12:30 Completing top; demonstration and practice of quilt sandwich and binding