Quilting for Beginners Lesson #1
LESSON 1
- ROTARY CUTTING
Rotary cutting is a way to quickly and accurately cut fabric pieces of varying sizes and shapes. This lesson will include:
v Lining up your fabric for cutting multiple layers
v How to use a ruler and cutting mat for precision cutting
v How to know when your blade is dull
v How to change a rotary cutter blade
- SEWING AN ACCURATE 1/4-INCH SEAM
Most quilt patterns rely on accurate 1/4-inch piecing for block construction. This allows use of more than one block type in a quilt. This lesson will include:
v Review of tools to aid in precise 1/4-inch piecing
v Pressing seams
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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| Requirements: | STUDENT SUPPLY LIST * Students receive a 10% discount on any supplies purchased at the shop for class Supplies Needed • Rotary Cutter (45mm or 60 mm) • Rotary Cutting Mat (18” x 24” minimum, 24” x 36” recommended) • Acrylic Ruler (6.5” x 24.5” recommended) • 1 yard of fabric to practice cutting • Neutral Thread (I like to use a medium tan or gray) • Sewing Machine in working order and machine manual • New sewing machine needle (I recommend 80/12 or 70/10 Microtext Sewing Machine Needles or Organ Needles) • Scissors • Pins Recommended Supplies (I will be demonstrating these items in class. They can be purchased on the day of the class) • Quarter Inch Quilting Foot or Quarter Inch Right Guide Foot • Wool Pressing Mat, Wooden Pressing Blocks or Irons • Glow tape for marking rulers |
| Instructor: | Lisa Wennberg |
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This class cannot be purchased online. Please contact the store for more information.