Creative Quilting with Rulers

This 4-class course offers practice time to learn how the rulers work and learn a different way of using your domestic machine. You will work with 7 different rulers and learn a variety of different quilt designs. Once you get started, the sky is the limit for the number of different designs you can create! Each class is 4 hours and makes a different project. Dates for the next session: Tue. Jan 14th Tue. Jan 28th Tue. Feb 11th Tue. Feb 25th Materials:** - Your sewing machine (the larger the throat, the easier your projects will be) - Extension table for your machine (having a large, flat surface is essential for ruler work) - Basic sewing & cutting supplies (scissors, seam ripper, tweezers, rotary cutter/mat/ruler) - Your preferred fabric marking pens Recommended, but not required: - Quilting gloves - Glide mat - 12.5"x12.5" ruler for squaring blocks **Please note: these materials are required for all 4 classes. Individual class materials are listed below. Class 1 - Basics Sampler Practice how to measure and mark your quilts for precise ruler work. Learn the basics of ruler work with the Westalee Starter Set. Materials: - 5 quilt sandwiches measuring 21"x21" (please use a solid color; prints make it more difficult to see what you're doing) - Contrasting thread for quilting (any brand except Coats & Clark) Class 2 - Table Runner Branch out from what you learned in the first class and create a stunning table runner. You will quilt 3 table runner sections using an assortment of rulers and designs, then learn how to put your sections together in a quilt-as-you-go project. Materials: - 3/4yd of 3 fabrics (recommend small/muted prints so your quilting will stand out) - Contrasting thread for quilting Before Class: - Assemble your table runner blocks and sandwich them (instructions available in-store) Class 3 - Placemat Ruler Storage This nifty storage project uses ziploc bags so you can see what's in each pocket! Materials: - 3/4yd of 2 fabrics (recommend a small print and contrasting blender) - One piece each of muslin and batting measuring 17"x23" - Medium weight interfacing measuring 3"x15" - 1 1/4yd of webbing for straps and pockets - Ziploc freezer bags (they are sturdier than the standard ones:      - [4] Gallon size      - [4] Quart size - 2" of velcro for closure OPTIONAL: In-R-Foam or other bag stabilizer measuring 15"x20" Before Class:  Piece and sandwich the carrier as shown in the instructions (available in-store) Class 4 - Corner-to-Corner Borders Learn how to manipulate the rulers to create matching borders and corners, and take your ruler quilting from good to great! Materials: - 6 quilt sandwiches measuring 12"x18" - A quilt that needs a border (crib or lap size)