Join Whipstitch for a fantastic new program that will lead you as you make your very first modern quilt!
The idea of making a quilt is both super appealing and very intimidating—so many of us want to become quilters and jump into the amazing modern quilt styles we’re seeing, but we’re worried about how big the projects are and whether we’re up to the challenge. How can we ever finish such a giant project all on our own?
Whipstitch is here to save the day! We’ve got a fantastic pattern and a group project that will guide you on your way as you stitch your quilt one section at a time, with lots of hand-holding and guidance along the way to make sure that you stay on track and get your quilt done before the year rolls over! Part sew-along, part block of the month program, and part quilting class, Your First (Modern) Quilt is designed to cover core quilting skills while you make a beautiful, modern, inspiring piece that you’ll treasure forever–on YOUR schedule. Join us at the shop once each month for new fabric, a new pattern, some dedicated sewing time with expert guidance, and some good company as you create the quilt you want and learn skills that will have you making as many quilts as you can dream up in the years to come.
Our original pattern incorporates nine classic quilt blocks* using modern fabrics and design, and leads you to create a mix of classic and cool as you learn the skills required to make a perfectly modern quilt. The program starts with a meet-and-greet where you’ll receive your first set of fabrics and pattern. We’ll sit down at your machine for a lesson on block number one, and you’ll get tips and advice as you learn. You’ll leave with additional patterns to help you use up your scraps so you can quilt with little-to-no waste, and you’ll get emails between sessions to keep you motivated. Come back nine months in a row, once each month, until all your blocks are complete and you’ve learned nine classic patterns! Month ten, we’ll learn to do the quilting and at your last session, we’ll bind your quilt. By the end of the program, you’ll have a lovely heirloom and a lifetime’s worth of skill.
$245 registration fee includes ALL fabric for your quilt top (backing, batting and binding not included), plus nine patterns and monthly class sessions. Also included are additional patterns for your scraps PLUS plenty of digital support through online content and instructor emails. As if that’s not enough: each month, receive a bonus coupon for discounts off supplies at the shop as part of your quilt kit! You provide your own sewing machine and basic sewing kit.
Space is limited and demand is high—register early and we’ll see you soon!
Local classes meet either weekday mornings or weekend afternoons. Register for the program and you are free to join us for either weekdays or weekends as your schedule allows–although we hope you’ll choose one and stick with the same group throughout the program. You’ll meet some great friends and get to watch as other stitchers like yourself complete their quilt one section at a time!
2012 dates:
YOUR FIRST (MODERN) QUILT
AM option meets Mondays from 10:30 am to Noon on the following dates: Feb 27, Mar 19, April 16, May 14, June 11, Jul 23, Aug 20, Sept 17, Oct 22, Nov 5, Dec 10
Weekend option meets Sundays from 1-2:30 pm on the following dates: Feb 26, Mar 18, Apr 15, May 20, June 10, Jul 22, Aug 19, Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 4, Dec 9
Blocks covered include:
- Double Pinwheel
- Log Cabin & Courthouse Steps
- Dresden Plate
- Card Trick
- Drunkard’s Path & Chinese Fan
- Double Nine Patch
- Rail Fence
- Ohio Star
- Tumbling Blocks
The quilt pattern consists of nine blocks plus sashing. Variations will be taught to include sixteen blocks of smaller dimension or to omit the sashing, if you choose.
YOUR SECOND (MODERN) QUILT
We’ll cover all new blocks this year!
Weekday option meets on Fridays from 10:30 – Noon on the following dates: Feb 24, March 16, April 13, May 11, June 8, July 20, Aug 17, Sept 14, Oct 19, Nov 2, Dec 7
Weekend option meets Sundays from 3-4:30 pm on the following dates: Feb 26, Mar 18, Apr 15, May 20, June 10, Jul 22, Aug 19, Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 4, Dec 9