Diamonds on a String (BYOF) (Online) - 9/9/2020 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Online Classes

Diamonds on a String (BYOF) (Online)
Teacher: Heather Kojan
 
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
 
Code(s): Hands on Workshop
 
Online Class
 
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Pricing Information
 
Price: $39.00
Ready to tame those growing piles of scraps? This is the class for you! We'll use up all the strips (strings) of fabric to make this dynamic quilt. The blocks are foundation pieced, but precision is optional! Have fun with this class and let your fabrics do the work! Bring your own fabric; see supply list for details.

  • Student Maximum: 30
  • Category(ies): Rookies and Refreshers, Streamlined Sewing, Quiltmaking, Piecing Techniques, Stretch Your Creativity
  • Experience Level: All welcome.
  • Advance Prep:

    Please purchase the class pattern, Diamonds on a String, using the link in the Student Supply List.

     

    Cut (4) strips white fabric to 1 1/2-inch wide x width of fabric, cut string fabric into strips 1-inch - 3-inches wide, some at least 12-inches long, (Don't worry about cutting ALL of your fabric for your quilt - just cut a bit to get started!)

     

    Machine set up for piecing with 1/4-inch foot, thread to coordinate with fabric, rotary cutting supplies, 6 x 12-inch ruler, 6 x 24-inch ruler, and iron set up nearby.

  • Supply List:
    Please order the required pattern, Diamonds on a String, directly from Heather using the link below. The pattern is available in paper copy for $12 or downloadable PDF for $10. If you order the paper copy of the pattern, please order at least one week before class to allow plenty of time for shipping. If you choose to purchase the PDF, it will be available for download immediately.

     

    https://www.etsy.com/shop/HeatherKojanQuilts

     

    You will also need: Thread to coordinate with fabric; rotary cutting supplies; 6 x 12-inch ruler, 6 x 24-inch ruler; iron; mechanical pencil; scissors, sewing machine; 1/4-inch piecing foot.

     

    Fabric requirements:

    • For lap size quilt: 6 yards assorted "string" fabric
    • 1 1/2 yards white fabric
    • (96) 3 x 4 1/4-inch solid diamond "center" fabric
    • Optional: 4 pieces copy paper (8 1/2 x 11-inches)
  • Completion Level: Students will complete 1-2 blocks during class.
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