BEGINNING QUILTER's SERIES: Stitch by Stitch: Modern Strip Quilting for Beginners (6 course series)

Unlock your creativity with our "Every Other Saturday" Quilting Series. Whether you are a total novice or looking to refine your basics, this comprehensive course covers the entire lifecycle of a quilt. Led by expert instructors Wendy and Ana, this class focuses on the popular and efficient Strip Quilting method to create a stunning lap-sized quilt.
What You Will Learn:
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Fabric & Design: 30 minutes of dedicated instruction each session on color theory and fabric selection.
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Technical Skills: Understanding thread weights, needle types, and sewing machine maintenance.
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Construction: Precision cutting, strip piecing, and assembling your quilt top.
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The Finishing Touches: Exploring various quilting options and mastering the art of binding.
Class Details:
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Schedule: 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month for 3 months.
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Format: In-person (Appleton) or Virtual (recorded). Students who sign up for in-person may also have access to the recorded lessons if they miss a week. Instruction will begin at 11:15 and last about 30 minutes. You may stay until 4:00 to continue working or ask questions or you can leave to work at home. Recordings will be available by the Tuesday morning after the class.
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Requirements: Students must bring their own sewing machine.
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Student Perk: Enjoy 15% off materials at the shop every day you attend class!
The 3-Month Class Arch (roughly)
| Month | Session | Focus Topic |
| Month 1 | Session 1 | Prep: Picking patterns, fabric selection, and thread education. |
| Session 2 | Cutting: Proper use of rotary cutters and initial strip piecing. | |
| Month 2 | Session 3 | Assembly: Constructing blocks and maintaining consistent seam allowances. |
| Session 4 | The Top: Joining blocks and adding borders (if applicable). | |
| Month 3 | Session 5 | The Sandwich: Learning about batting and basting the quilt layers. |
| Session 6 | Finishing: Introduction to quilting techniques and final binding. |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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| Instructor: | Ana Rivera |
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