The goal of this technique oriented hands on class is to learn six different methods of binding. They include Straight, French, Accent. Back to Front, Infinity and techniques on how to change the colour of the binding to enhance the design of the front of your quilt. Each one offers a different design option for the perfect finished to your design. A handout will be given. Suitable for any level. A supply list is provided.

Combining Triangle in a Square patches with Pieced Square Triangles gives the illusion of curves without and curved piecing. The Stars are brought together with Quarter Square patches. Your patchwork will dance across the Background. Both light and dark backgrounds will be available in class. Quilt size 27” x 38”. A kit will be provide which includes the pattern, specialized templates and all fabric cut to size for the top including the binding. Price £35, payable to the tutor on the day. A small supply list is also provided.

Learn how to construct darling little Birds made from 5” squares. The Beak and Legs are improv’d pieced to give each Bird it’s own character and personality. As a bonus, you will also get a pattern to turn the Bird into a Trivet or Hot pad. Suitable for all levels. Materials will be provided, cost £20, payable to the tutor on the day. The Kit fee includes two handouts, fabric for both the wallhanging and trivet, including the Binding. Wallhanging – 24” X 36” Trivet – 9” square.

Come and find out what characteristics determine if a quilt is considered to be Modern or Traditional. The word ‘Modern’ typically refers to a current place in time, but in quilting it refers to a style. Sue will share many examples of what makes a quilt Modern, by pointing out the modern quilt principals presented in each quilt. Graphic colors, Improvisational Piecing, Cropping, Minimalism and Scale are just some of the design principals she will cover in her presentation. Handout included.

Sue will be attending and teaching at the Piecemakers Quilt Club.