Two teenage girls, working side-by-side in the 1860s, produced two quilts that feature a unique diamond design. They were learning to quilt and were teaching each other the skills needed. You will see how this sampler records their progression from beginners to accomplished quilters. You will learn about the basic design of the blocks as well as the techniques that were their quilting lessons.
The blocks in the original sampler quilt were made in an informal teaching environment in the mid-1800s. Quilters shared patterns, fabric, and knowledge with each other in order to pass along the traditions of quilting. They also ate, gossiped, laughed, and generally had fun. Sound familiar?
In this workshop, you will make blocks from the different styles and techniques found in this fascinating quilt: strip piecing, such basic elements as Flying Geese and Snowball blocks, applique, and Seminole. Ann will teach you to use modern tools and techniques for making these blocks.
This project translates into any fabric genre: traditional, modern, solids, etc.
The registration fee does not include the cost of supplies. Click on the link below to view the supply list for this class,
Cancellation Policy: Registrations are not refundable, but are transferrable.
This class is not eligible for the Day of Class Discount.
$69.00
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2 sold / 15 total Wed July 1, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
- 10 or more days prior to class: Full refund.
- 3–9 days prior to class: 75% of the class fee in a gift card to the Store.
- 2 or fewer days prior to class: No refund.
- Class kit fees are non-refundable.
- Fees for classes that are cancelled by the student cannot be transferred to other classes.
