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Create a Vintage Dorset Button, #359520
Dating back to the late sixteenth century, Dorset buttons are a great way to embellish your quilting project and knitwear. Finish them as jewelry pieces if you wish. They are functional too! Start the workshop by making the traditional Blandford cartwheel to learn the basics before discussing some variations, including a fan-style button and the Maltese Cross. Catherine will show you how to include beads and will finish the workshop with a look at styles inspired by vintage buttons of the 1950s.
Introduction to Folk Art Embroidery, #356100
Discover the charm of Folk Art Embroidery! Start by exploring essential embroidery stitches using a specially designed pre-printed sampler. Then, dive into unique embellishment techniques that bring fun to your work. Catherine will also share her method for transferring designs onto dark-colored backgrounds. Go home with a second design transferred and ready to stitch. Enjoy the relaxed tempo and reconnect with the joy of handwork. Class fee includes ticket to lunch buffet.
Introduction to Wool Appliqué, #353100
Introduction to Wool Appliqué - the basics and beyond. Learn the techniques required for successful whip stitch wool appliqué while working on a small piece that can be finished into a needle case or pin cushion. Use beautiful embroidery stitches to embellish and add further dimension to your project.
Trip Around the World in Folk Art Stitches, #LUNCHW
Buckle up for a fun lunch with Catherine as she takes you on a humorous, educational, and interactive adventure! Learn more about Catherine Redford and her quilting techniques as you play a game with prizes. Catherine will take you on a trip around the globe with her quilts. Discover how she found her inspiration, the stitches she used, and the finishing techniques she employed in her quilts. Go home ready to embark on your own creative journey! Lunch will be provided for you. There will be options to choose from during registration. Lecture will start at noon once meals have been given out.
Walking Foot, Beyond the Basics, #358101t
Join Catherine for a comprehensive workshop on walking foot quilting. Learn how to finish your quilts on a domestic machine while enjoying all the control of your walking foot. Start with a brief discussion of preparing tops for quilting, including marking and basting. Then, make stitched samples of different styles, including matchstick quilting, grids, combined stitches, and serpentines. Elevate your technique with beautiful organic curves and learn how to execute sharp turns and make accurate straight-line polygon spirals. Circular spirals round out the workshop. Along the way, we will discuss using colored threads and adding hand stitching to your walking foot quilting for maximum impact. Finish with a look at Catherine’s work to inspire you to go home and turn your tops into quilts. You will soon be planning your quilting before you even start piecing! Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Thursday.
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