Quilting Classes

Improvisational Confetti Quilt

Level: Beginner-Advanced
Next Class: Saturday, October 6th, 10:30 am to 3:30 pm at SueDees in Scotts Valley, CA. Cost is $50 for South Bay Modern Quilt Guild members ($55 for non-guild members). There will be a 30-minute lunch break. Bring your own lunch, or buy from Nob Hill Grocery, or Eric's Deli, on either side of SueDees. Enrollment is capped at 12 with a waiting list. You will need to make a designated payment with SueDees at your earliest convenience: 222G Mt. Herman Rd., Scotts Valley, CA 95006; (831) 439-2001; www.suedees.com. Call or stop by SueDees to reserve a space; ask for Danielle or Susan.

1. The Embers Quilt, 2. Confetti Quilt

Is your scrap basket overflowing? Do you have a stash of random fabrics that you have no idea how to incorporate into a quilt? Learn how to make an improvisational confetti quilt and watch your scraps disappear! Don’t have scraps? Don’t worry, fat quarters and quarter yard cuts will also work.

We don’t worry about cutting fabric the right size or sewing perfect seams. This class is about having fun and making a quilt that you (and all your friends) will love!

Improvising a Basket Weave Quilt
Level: Beginner-Advanced
Next class: TBA

1. Red and Turquoise Quilt, 2. Linen and Denim Stripe Block Quilt

This is a fun and easy class that will teach you how to piece your own “improvisational” basket weave crib or lap size quilt. You don’t need to worry too much about cutting fabric the right size or sewing perfect seams. Just come, have fun, and leave with your own, unique quilt top.

Improvisational Split Log Cabin
Level: Beginner-Advanced
Next class:TBA

1. Red and White Linen Quilt, 2. Blue and White Split Log Cabin Quilt, 3. Linen and Denim Split Log Cabin Quilt Front

Did you see the Gee’s Bend Quilt exhibit and love the unexpected patterns and color combinations?

Are you tired of having to make all of your points perfect and your seams line up exactly?

Then try this class that will teach you how to piece your own “improvisational” split log-cabin quilt. You don’t need to worry too much about cutting fabric the right size or sewing perfect seams.

Watch out – this kind of quilting can be addictive.

Foolproof Pinwheel Circles
Level: Advanced Beginner - Advanced
Next Class: TBA

Foolproof Pinwheel Circles

Are you scared of sewing curves? Come learn a fast and fun technique to make perfect circles every time. You’ll also learn my technique for piecing a pinwheel block. You’ll leave class with a sweet baby quilt or wall hanging and the confidence to take on any circle!