Beginning Foundation Paper Piecing with Liz Granberg-Jerome
Jump start your quilting to a new level by learning how to foundation paper piece! This technique allows you to create more complex blocks with shapes that aren't easily traditionally pieced. You'll get sharp points effortlessly! By learning the basics, you can then take on larger projects with knowledge and helpful tips.
Wednesday, February 26 from 1:00-4:00pm, Lumberyard Arts Center
You'll begin by making an 8" star block made up of four 4" matching units. This free pattern, offered by Carol Doak, provides you with a small project that is great to practice on. Learn how to place fabric on the paper, flip it over and sew from the paper side following the stitch lines. Once you've become familiar with the process, you'll have the basics needed to move on to more complex designs by Carol Doak and other designers and, eventually, to a Quiltworx, Jacqueline de Jonge, or LegitKits pattern.
Fabrics needed:
Four fat quarters as follows:
One neutral for background
Three in coordinating colors for star spikes
Supply list:
- Rotary cutter and self-healing mat
- Add-a-Quarter ruler
- Clover seam roller (or similar)
- Elmer's white or clear glue stick
- Sewing scissors/snips
- Pins and pincushion or container
- Seam ripper
- 60 weight (recommended) neutral sewing thread to blend with fabric (light gray or cream blend well with most fabrics)--Quilter's Select threads available at Quilters' Paradise
- Sewing machine (bring power cord, foot pedal, Sew Steady or similar surround, instruction book and accessories)
- Open toe foot recommended for good visibility of stitching lines
- Iron and ironing mat or wool pad
- Extension cord/power strip
This class is co-sponsored by the Lumberyard Arts Center and Quilters' Paradise as part of the Quilt Capital of Kansas programming.
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | Great for all levels of quilters! |
| Materials Included: | One large cutting mat and ironing station provided in studio. |
| Instructor: | Liz Granberg-Jerome |
| Instructor Bio: | Liz Granberg-Jerome, a teacher at Quilters' Paradise since 2015, brings 10+ years of quilting experience, on top of 50+ years of sewing, to the classroom. She works well with all students, working with each to ensure everyone in her classes succeeds. While her passion lies with One Block Wonder 60 degree triangle quilts, she has taught a wide variety of classes for Quilters' Paradise since 2015. |
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