classes

Ruler work offers hundreds of possible quilt designs with a bit of creativity. Learn to quilt your projects a dozen ways using ruler work quilting templates with a dash of free-motion quilting. Dissect blocks, create borders, and fill open spaces. Discuss different rulers and a variety of ways to use them so you can be inspired to try hundreds of possibilities at home! www.donnabquilting.com

An awesome opportunity to learn another of Pfeil’s award-winning sewing techniques. This is a totally unique class with fearless free cutting methods even with difficult material like silk, so don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity. Create different styles of leaves such as straight/spikey and round/organic. A perfect combination with the class “Crazy Blooming” to use all techniques in one quilt! https://claudiapfeil.de/de/start/

Patchwork, wonderful color, and wild friends, what could be better? Paper foundation piecing Stone’s original way, streamlined and efficient. Also, enjoy individualized interpretive color talk. www.karenkstonequilts.com

Add a dash of modern flair with “RickRack”! “RickRack” is made with the traditional Shaded Four Patch block, which can be described as a traditional Four Patch block cut in half diagonally. But to create this block, there is no cutting of triangles and there is no piecing of triangles. All the piecing is done with strips and rectangles, creating oversized blocks which are then trimmed down with the Tucker Trimmer 1 to make them perfect. One light fabric, one medium fabric, and one dark fabric are all you need to create this interesting design. Finished size is 40 inch X 40 inch. The Tucker Trimmer I tool is required for this pattern. This tool is available from the instructor in class. www.kathiebeltz.com

Discover the easy process that produces complex looking results. Create the illusion of curves, motion, and depth with strip-piecing and straight seams. www.quiltersclinic.com

Want to make your appliqué pop? Want to add texture to your quilt? Want to do it all by machine? Join Shannon Fabrics’ National Educator, Teresa Coates as she shares the insider tips on using Cuddle^® Minky for appliqué on your next quilt project. Practice with geometric shapes, letters, and more ornate designs. www.teresacoates.com

Piece this sweet scrappy quilt with no strip-piecing! Amazing 2 inch finished squares. Quilt measures 54 inch X 56 inch before border. Enjoy perfect corners and stable piecing every time! Perfect for Jelly Rolls! EasyPiecing Grid may change how you make quilts! www.tensisters.com

Create interest to simple blocks by adding a new element—insertions! Cut into fabric squares, stitching strips thru the block while learning tips to line strips up accurately. Instruction will include adding strips both straight and diagonally, where to cut, sequence of cuts, and ideas for recreating orphan blocks with insertions. www.fiberartsstudio.com

Unlike scrap Log Cabin quilts that feature a different fabric in every strip of a block, this scrap Log Cabin quilt depends on orderly repetition of fabrics within each block. Learn a great method for cutting and sewing that makes these blocks fast and even better, square! The four blocks made in class can be the start of a big quilt or a very satisfactory wallhanging about 30 inches square. www.frommarti.com

Learn simple, fundamental free-motion quilting designs that can flow one into another. Emphasize simple shapes and the basics of thread-needle-tension in this starter class. Class includes quilt doodling plans and designs such as curls, circles, Greek keys, wishbones, echoing, and lazy feathers, along with lots of great tips and hints to improve your skills. www.fabrikatedquilts.com

Every quilter wants to make eye-catching quilts and this quilt is just that. Follow along as Roelfsema shows how to create quilt blocks that look like stained glass. Be amazed how quickly it comes together! These block designs are foundation paper pieced using a special technique. www.onpoint-tv.com

The Nine Patch block is easy, fun, and very versatile. This class is great for new quilters or those with some experience who would like to perfect their skills. Accurate cutting, sewing, and pressing are highlighted.

Guided improv combines traditional piecing with improv piecing to enable you to create lovely sharp points and long diamonds with ease! No templates to buy, no paper to remove means your projects finish quickly. Learn the technique of guided improv, as well as how to create a fun dimensional woven effect with your diamonds, in this fun hands-on workshop. www.tamarinis.com

Staring at open spaces? Not sure which design you want to use on your quilt? Do you hate making feathers? Taylor will show fun ways to fill in the blanks, from easy stippling and loop-de-loop to easy grid work and organic motifs. It's a breeze on the Handi Quilter Capri stationary quilting machine. All materials supplied for the class. www.davidtaylorquilts.com

This is an innovative method of weaving or interlacing to make small 4 inch patchwork blocks. Inspired by Scandinavian woven Christmas decorations, Travis has developed the patterns and designs to make fabric blocks that, when put together, can make a wallhanging, cushion, or bag. It's addictive and so clever. www.gilliantravis.co.uk

Learn to get bindings done quickly and easily, using the sewing machine. Make, apply, and machine sew a binding so it looks like it has a hand-sewn finish. Plus, learn a faux piped binding to add a pop of color and pizazz to the edges of your quilts. www.wendtquilting.com

Looking for the perfect wrap to add as an extra layer in cool weather or an elegant topper that  gives you just a bit more coverage over formalwear? “Wrap Me Up” can be styled in casual sweater knits, as well as soft, drapey woven fabrics. This versatile pattern includes several different necklines. Explore a variety of edge finishing stitches to match your fabric type. Wait ‘til you see the “Raindrop” stitch! www.gailpatrice.com