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Quilting 101 with Terri
This class will be a beginner quilting course covering all of the fundamental practices, terms, tools, and techniques, with only minimal experience in using a sewing machine needed. Subjects will include following a pattern, using a rotary cutter and ruler, and maintaining a 1/4" seam allowance, among others.
The class will follow a pattern found in the book Make Your First Quilt with Alex Anderson. It will demonstrate some fundamental tools such as the Creative Grids 6.5"x24.5" Ruler, and help you understand why they are necessary and how they are best put to use. The class comes with a 15% discount on any fabric or notions purchased through the class, but we recommend coming to the first class to get an idea of what will work best for you.
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | Covers fundamental quilting skills including using a rotary cutter, maintaining a 1/4" seam allowance, following a pattern, and more. |
| Materials Included: | Materials not included. |
| Requirements: | Sewing machine, basic sewing supplies such as pins and thread snips, a rotary cutter, and a mat if you have it as cutting space is limited. Some more info will be provided in an email and at the first class, and students will have a 15% discount on fabric and notions, so feel free to wait for advice from your instructor on what you will need most. |
| Instructor: | Terri Hellberg |
| Instructor Bio: | I started sewing in the usual way, having to take the mandatory “home ec” class in Jr. High. I didn’t do real well. I couldn’t walk by my moms’ machine without it breaking! (Mom was a great sewer) I really started sewing when my husband bought me my first Viking sewing machine in 1983. I could sew thru coyote fur! I started sewing clothes for the kids and really enjoyed it. I took classes in pattern fitting to tailoring. When I made my first quilt, a king size log cabin, I didn’t even have a rotary cutter, ruler or mat. I have several rotary cutters, and numerous rulers now. I love quilting. My time spent quilting gives me peace and makes me happy. If I’m cranky, my husband has been known to say “Don’t you have some sewing to do?” I finally figured out that he was saying you’re cranky, go sew. I’m afraid that I won’t get all the quilts made that I want. There isn’t enough time in a day and I always seem to find new ones that are waiting to be created! |
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