Instructor

Wheatley, Lynn
Lynn Wheatley’s passion is quilting! Quilting for over 38 years, she especially enjoys the satisfaction of teaching and sharing her experiences with quilt design, piecing techniques, and utilization of tools for quilt construction and the creative process. As a retired engineer with 30+ years’ experience in process and design, Lynn applies many of these same techniques in quilt making. Lynn loves working through every step of the process to help students learn new skills and techniques, from beginner to accomplished quilter. Lynn brings her personal touch of patience, organization, and encouraging style to the classroom. Lynn has published her own quilt designs and is honored to be a Pattern Designer with Island Batik. She is a Certified Instructor for Studio 180 Design in precision traditional piecing, Laura Heine Fiberworks in collage art quilting, and Sew Kind of Wonderful in curved piecing. Lynn has a real love for family and balancing life with her love and passion for quilting. For more on Lynn visit lynnwheatley.com.

Instructor Workshops

Create an Edged Wedge Star, #27518

Piecing
Wednesday, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Cooper Creek 1
Wheatley, Lynn
Intermediate, Advanced
$70
Plus Kit Fee

In this techniques class you will learn to master the Edged Wedge Star block using the Wedge Star™ Tool, Edged Wedge Technique Sheet, and methods from Studio 180 Design. You will master the use of the specialized tool to create the Edged Wedge Star block, layout options, and many tips and tricks for precision piecing. Depending on your speed of sewing, you should be able to complete one or two blocks in class.

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Ellie's Blooms, #27105f

Piecing
Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cooper Creek 1
Wheatley, Lynn
All Levels
$95
Plus Kit Fee

Ellie’s blooms is designed by Lynn and inspired by the “Blooming Personality” of her granddaughter Ellie. This is a modern traditional quilt that combines the traditional piecing methods of Studio 180 Design and the curved piecing methods from Sew Kind of Wonderful. This design utilizes the Tucker Trimmer I™ tool from Studio 180 Design and the Wonder Curve™ from Sew Kind of Wonderful. In class you will master the use of both specialized tools and learn many tips and tricks for curved and precision piecing. Registration for this class includes show admission for Friday.

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PFAFF/Abbey Sewing Centers Classroom Sponsor

Learn the Wedge Star Basics, #27519

Piecing
Wednesday, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Short Creek 3
Wheatley, Lynn
Beginner, Intermediate
$70
Plus Kit Fee

In this techniques class you will learn to master the Wedge Star Block using the Wedge Star™ Tool and methods from Studio 180 Design. You will master the use of the specialized tool to create the Wedge Star block, layout options, and many tips and tricks for precision piecing. Depending on your speed of sewing, you should be able to complete the Basic Wedge Star Block and may be able to complete the Mixed Wedge Star Block in class.

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Janome

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Ring Around the Four Patch, #27521

Piecing
Saturday, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Cooper Creek 1
Wheatley, Lynn
Beginner, Intermediate
$70
Plus Kit Fee

Intrigued by Miniature Quilts? Come join Lynn to learn the tips and tricks to make Ring Around the Four Patch, a Miniature Quilt designed by Katrina Thomas of The Hope Chest Quilting. Featuring the Shaded Four Patch Block, you will learn the technique of creating them two-at-a-time and trimming them down to perfection using the Tucker Trimmer I™ tool by Studio 180 Design. The blocks are set to form radiating rings and finished off with two small borders. This is a great project to use up small scraps or use a defined colorway for the radiating rings. The class will include step-by-step use of the Tucker Trimmer I™ tool, as well as tips on piecing and proper pressing techniques to make this quilt perfect. Additionally, we will talk through the appropriate border prep and application and ways to improve your general machine piecing. You will leave class with everything needed to complete Ring Around the Four Patch with ease. Project Size: 16" x 16".

lynnwheatley.com

PFAFF/Abbey Sewing Centers Classroom Sponsor

The Wonder of Curved Piecing, #27520

Piecing
Thursday, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Short Creek 2
Wheatley, Lynn
Beginner, Intermediate
$70

If you are “Wondering” about Curved Piecing, then this is the Class for You! Join Lynn Wheatley for this techniques class and you will be thrilled with your new curved piecing skills. Lynn will teach you the No Stress/No Pins curved piecing methods developed by Jenny & Helen of Sew Kind of Wonderful utilizing their Wonder Curve™ Ruler. This is a great opportunity to use up some of your “Stash Fabrics” while trying a new technique or brushing up on your curved piecing skills. The class will include step-by-step instructions to create the individual curved units, assembly techniques, and tips and tricks to allow you to complete the Wonder Flutter Runner project that is included with the ruler instructions.

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Janome

Tips and Tricks for Every Quilter!, #21807

Lectures
Thursday, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Fall Creek
Wheatley, Lynn
All Levels
$15

Lynn will share her lessons learned from 38+ years of quilting. These tips cover start to finish in the quilting process. Lynn specializes in “Why Things Work”, as she has found, this helps the quilter connect with the design, tool, or process. Every quilter is encouraged to bring their questions, general or specific like, “Why do I need to do this? What does this mean? or Why did I buy this tool?”

lynnwheatley.com

Create an Edged Wedge Star, #27518

Wheatley, Lynn
Wednesday
Cooper Creek 1

In this techniques class you will learn to master the Edged Wedge Star block using the Wedge Star™ Tool, Edged Wedge Technique Sheet, and methods from Studio 180 Design. You will master the use of the specialized tool to create the Edged Wedge Star block, layout options, and many tips and tricks for precision piecing. Depending on your speed of sewing, you should be able to complete one or two blocks in class.

lynnwheatley.com

PFAFF/Abbey Sewing Centers Classroom Sponsor

Ellie's Blooms, #27105f

Wheatley, Lynn
Friday
Cooper Creek 1

Ellie’s blooms is designed by Lynn and inspired by the “Blooming Personality” of her granddaughter Ellie. This is a modern traditional quilt that combines the traditional piecing methods of Studio 180 Design and the curved piecing methods from Sew Kind of Wonderful. This design utilizes the Tucker Trimmer I™ tool from Studio 180 Design and the Wonder Curve™ from Sew Kind of Wonderful. In class you will master the use of both specialized tools and learn many tips and tricks for curved and precision piecing. Registration for this class includes show admission for Friday.

lynnwheatley.com

PFAFF/Abbey Sewing Centers Classroom Sponsor

Learn the Wedge Star Basics, #27519

Wheatley, Lynn
Wednesday
Short Creek 3

In this techniques class you will learn to master the Wedge Star Block using the Wedge Star™ Tool and methods from Studio 180 Design. You will master the use of the specialized tool to create the Wedge Star block, layout options, and many tips and tricks for precision piecing. Depending on your speed of sewing, you should be able to complete the Basic Wedge Star Block and may be able to complete the Mixed Wedge Star Block in class.

lynnwheatley.com

Janome

Ring Around the Four Patch, #27521

Wheatley, Lynn
Saturday
Cooper Creek 1

Intrigued by Miniature Quilts? Come join Lynn to learn the tips and tricks to make Ring Around the Four Patch, a Miniature Quilt designed by Katrina Thomas of The Hope Chest Quilting. Featuring the Shaded Four Patch Block, you will learn the technique of creating them two-at-a-time and trimming them down to perfection using the Tucker Trimmer I™ tool by Studio 180 Design. The blocks are set to form radiating rings and finished off with two small borders. This is a great project to use up small scraps or use a defined colorway for the radiating rings. The class will include step-by-step use of the Tucker Trimmer I™ tool, as well as tips on piecing and proper pressing techniques to make this quilt perfect. Additionally, we will talk through the appropriate border prep and application and ways to improve your general machine piecing. You will leave class with everything needed to complete Ring Around the Four Patch with ease. Project Size: 16" x 16".

lynnwheatley.com

PFAFF/Abbey Sewing Centers Classroom Sponsor

The Wonder of Curved Piecing, #27520

Wheatley, Lynn
Thursday
Short Creek 2

If you are “Wondering” about Curved Piecing, then this is the Class for You! Join Lynn Wheatley for this techniques class and you will be thrilled with your new curved piecing skills. Lynn will teach you the No Stress/No Pins curved piecing methods developed by Jenny & Helen of Sew Kind of Wonderful utilizing their Wonder Curve™ Ruler. This is a great opportunity to use up some of your “Stash Fabrics” while trying a new technique or brushing up on your curved piecing skills. The class will include step-by-step instructions to create the individual curved units, assembly techniques, and tips and tricks to allow you to complete the Wonder Flutter Runner project that is included with the ruler instructions.

lynnwheatley.com

Janome

Tips and Tricks for Every Quilter!, #21807

Wheatley, Lynn
Thursday
Fall Creek

Lynn will share her lessons learned from 38+ years of quilting. These tips cover start to finish in the quilting process. Lynn specializes in “Why Things Work”, as she has found, this helps the quilter connect with the design, tool, or process. Every quilter is encouraged to bring their questions, general or specific like, “Why do I need to do this? What does this mean? or Why did I buy this tool?”

lynnwheatley.com