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Circle Those Scraps Quilt Length of Workshop: 6 hours Number of Students: 20 Who doesn’t love a good scrap quilt? Burn through your fabric stash while exploring color value and gradation in this fun and dynamic workshop! Scraps are pieced onto a foundation fabric, then transformed into striking circular blocks—no appliqué required. In this class, you’ll learn: Foundation Piecing Techniques – Create structured, precise blocks using fabric scraps. Circular Piecing – Seamlessly integrate circles into your quilt without appliqué. Edge Finishing – Explore embroidery edge stitching and a zigzag edge for added flair. With engaging demonstrations, hands-on practice, and plenty of quilting fun, you’ll leave with fresh skills and inspiration to keep your scrap stash in check! Join us for a creative quilting adventure! Live video camera feed is used for demonstrations throughout this workshop for all students to see detail clearly where space permits. |
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Strippy Scrappy Quilt Length of Workshop: 6 hours Number of Students: 20 Create a striking modern quilt, as featured in Quiltfolk #25 – Rhode Island, while making the most of your fabric scraps! This workshop explores the art of asymmetrical design, value placement, and gradation to achieve a bold and dynamic look. In this class, you’ll learn: Value & Gradation – Enhance your design by working with light-to-dark transitions. Scrap Utilization – Transform leftover fabric into a cohesive, modern masterpiece. Basic Quiltmaking Techniques – Reinforce foundational skills for precision piecing. With plenty of demonstrations, abundant samples, and hands-on practice, you’ll gain the confidence to successfully execute this stunning quilt. Join us and bring your scraps to life in a fresh, modern composition! Live video camera feed is used for demonstrations throughout this workshop for all students to see detail clearly where space permits. |
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Binding 101 - Basic Bindings
Length of Workshop: 3 hours Number of Students: 20 Learn the essential techniques for binding your quilt with precision and confidence! This workshop combines lecture, hands-on practice, and sample demonstrations to help you master secure and polished binding. You’ll discover how to achieve crisp, bulk-free 90-degree corners and invisible hand stitching for a seamless finish. Plus, explore a fully machine-stitched binding method for a faster alternative. Whether you’re new to quilting or looking to refine your skills, this class will give you the knowledge and practice needed to perfect your quilt’s final touch. Live video camera feed is used for demonstrations throughout this workshop for all students to see detail clearly where space permits. Binding 201 - Beyond the Basics Length of Workshop: 3 hours Number of Students: 20 Take your quilt bindings to the next level with this hands-on workshop! Through a combination of lecture, demonstration, and guided practice, you’ll explore special finishing techniques that add unique detail and refinement to your quilts. In this class, you’ll learn: Piping – Add a crisp, decorative touch to your bindings. Wrapped Edge Beading – Incorporate stunning beadwork for an elegant finish. Stem Stitch Embroidery – Enhance edges with beautiful hand-stitched accents. Facing – Achieve a clean, modern edge without traditional binding. Each technique is broken down step by step, with plenty of samples, clear instruction, and patient guidance to ensure success. You’ll also receive handouts for future reference, so you can confidently apply these techniques to your quilting projects. Join us and elevate your quilt bindings with creative, professional finishes! Binding 301 - Curves, Corners, Cleavages & Prairie Points, too! No Math methods! Length of Workshop: 3 hours Number of Students: 20 Master the art of binding gracefully curved and scalloped quilt edges with confidence! This workshop combines lecture, samples, and hands-on practice to guide you through the process of applying bias binding to challenging shapes with ease. In this class, you’ll learn: Design Methods – Plan and adapt binding for curved and scalloped edges. Smooth, Bulk-Free Application – Achieve flawless results on curves, corners, and cleavages. Prairie Points – Incorporate charming, dimensional accents into your bindings. Each technique is broken down into clear, step-by-step instructions for guaranteed success. With expert guidance and hands-on practice, you’ll leave with the skills and confidence to tackle even the most intricate quilt edges. Join us and take your binding techniques to the next level! Live video camera feed is used for demonstrations throughout this workshop for all students to see detail clearly where space permits. Student Reviews: "I cannot say enough nice things about this class. It was great, I learned so much, and so many of my questions were answered about decorative bindings. Pat is a wonderful teacher,she takes the time to explain each and every step in the process in a way you can understand. Her patience was beyond wonderful, especially for those of us who missed a step. Thanks, Pat, can't wait to take another class. Patti Finelli, Narragansett, RI "Rounded corners. Dog ears. Empty, limp binding. My binding techniques needed improvement and improve they did! Taking Pat's "Binding Technique Needs Improvement" workshop taught me how to achieve full bindings and corners so sharp they could cut through butter like a hot knife (not that I would ever do that!)". Sharon Dzekian, Saunderstown, RI |
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Take a Trip Around the World
Length of Workshop: 6 hours Number of Students: 20 Unlock the magic of strata piecing with this fun and engaging workshop! Learn how to create precise fabric strata, transform them into a tube, and cut them into strips of perfectly pieced squares. Once your color arrangement is set, you'll open select seams and let the creative possibilities unfold. In this class, you’ll explore: Strata Construction – Master the technique of creating balanced and precise fabric strata. Tube Cutting & Seam Openings – Learn how to transform your strata into strips of pieced squares. Color Arrangement – Experiment with layout options to create striking designs. With plenty of demonstrations, hands-on practice, and expert instruction, you’ll gain the confidence and skills needed to bring your project to life. Join us and discover a new way to play with color and pattern in your quilting! Plenty of demonstration, samples, and instruction included to carry your project to success. Live video camera feed is used for demonstrations throughout this workshop for all students to see detail clearly where space permits. |
Twist & Shout
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Coloring Your Quilts Length of Workshop: 6 hours
Number of Students: 20 Take your understanding of color to the next level in this immersive full-day workshop! Through a variety of engaging exercises, you’ll explore color relationships, their effects on one another, and how to use them confidently in your quilting projects. In this class, you’ll experience: Lecture & Discussion – Gain insight into color theory and practical application. Hands-On Color Play – Experiment with paint* and fabric to see color interactions firsthand. Digital Design (EQ8) – Use computer tools to visualize and refine your color choices. Trunk Show – Be inspired by a showcase of quilts that demonstrate successful color use. With a combination of teaching methods tailored to different learning styles, this workshop ensures a deeper understanding of color—helping you make bold, intentional choices in your quilting. Join us and gain the confidence to play with color like never befor Live video camera feed is used for demonstrations throughout this workshop for all students to see detail clearly where space permits. * Class Color Painting Kit - $10 Quilt As Desired: Quilting Design Length of Workshop: 3 hours
Number of Students: 20Feeling unsure about how to quilt your top? Gain confidence and enjoy the process of designing stitching that enhances movement and emphasis in your quilt! This workshop combines lecture with plenty of hands-on practice to help you develop a thoughtful approach to quilting design. In this class, you’ll explore: Design Principles – Learn how to create quilting patterns that complement your quilt. Movement & Emphasis – Discover how stitching can guide the eye and add dimension. Hands-On Practice – Experiment with different quilting designs to build confidence. With expert guidance and practical exercises, you’ll leave with the skills and inspiration to quilt with intention. Join us and transform your quilting from hesitation to excitement! Favorite with Quilt Guilds!!! Easy Peasy Circles Length of Workshop: 6 hours
Number of Students: 20 Learn how to easily and evenly piece circles into your quilts using the “freezer paper frame- glue baste - heat set, stitch” method. All steps to this simply successful technique will be fully demonstrated. Students may piece circles into an existing quilt top such as a jelly roll race top like the pictured class sample, Champagne Batik, or piece circles into blocks for a quilt of their own design. Watch this Youtube video for a demo of making a jelly roll quilt. Live video camera feed is used for demonstrations throughout this workshop for each students to see detail clearly where space permits. There's More Easy Peasy Circles! Length of Workshop: 6 hours
Number of Students: 20 Learn how to easily and evenly piece circles into your quilts using the "freezer paper frame – glue baste – heat set – stitch" method! This workshop will guide you through each step of this simple yet highly effective technique, ensuring smooth, precise circles every time. In this class, you’ll: Master the Freezer Paper Method – Achieve perfect curves with ease. Glue Basting & Heat Setting – Secure your fabric without distortion. Stitch with Confidence – Create smooth, seamless circular piecing. Techniques will be fully demonstrated, and students will see examples from Shades of Grey, my original design, as well as Spot On, a quilt created for Quiltmaker magazine. Join us and add this foolproof technique to your quilting skill set! Live video camera feed is used for demonstrations throughout this workshop for each students to see detail clearly where space permits. And a Table Runner too...
Length of Workshop: 6 hours
Number of Students: 20 Learn how to easily and evenly piece circles into blocks to create this fun table runner using the “freezer paper frame- glue baste - heat set, stitch” method. All steps to this simply successful technique will be fully demonstrated. Live video camera feed is used for demonstrations throughout this workshop for each students to see detail clearly where space permits. Scrappy Star Length of Workshop: 6 hours
Number of Students: 20 Put your fabric scraps to great use with this dynamic quilt pattern! This original design features a “trim-to-size” block that makes scrap quilting both fun and efficient. Once assembled, blocks are sashed, accented with 4- or 8-point star cornerstones, and finished with a scrappy piano key border with mitered corners for a polished look. In this class, you’ll learn: Trim-to-Size Block Construction – Make the most of your fabric scraps. Precision Piecing – Assemble sashing, star cornerstones, and borders with ease. Fabric & Color Placement – Learn tips for creating balance and contrast. Mitered Corner Borders – Add a professional finish with seamless corners. Students will complete multiple blocks and view demonstrations of all techniques, ensuring success from start to finish. Featured in Fons & Porter 1800 Series Show! Live video camera feed is used for demonstrations throughout this workshop for all students to see detail clearly where space permits. Twisted Series Length of Workshop: 6 hours
Number of Students: 20 Explore the creative possibilities of block rotation and flipping in this exciting workshop based on my “Twisted” quilt series! Designed in Electric Quilt, these quilts take a single historical block and transform it into a striking, modern design. Whether you create a 9-patch, 4-patch, or a single block, you’ll learn the technique behind this dynamic look. In this class, you’ll: Discover the Power of Rotation – See how flipping and rotating a block creates new patterns. Build Your Own Twisted Quilt – Piece a small project while mastering the technique. Receive Individualized Guidance – Get help with color, fabric selection, and design choices. With hands-on practice and expert instruction, you’ll leave with the skills to create your own unique Twisted quilt! Join us and see where a simple block twist can take your creativity! Live camera feed is used for demonstrations throughout this workshop for all students to see detail clearly. |
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You Be the Judge
Length of Workshop: 3 hours
Number of Students: 20 Gain insight into the quilt judging process and learn how to refine your quilting from design to construction to binding. This interactive workshop begins with a PowerPoint lecture introduction, followed by hands-on quilt evaluation to help you recognize key elements that make a quilt stand out. In this class, you’ll: Understand Quilt Judging Criteria – Learn what judges look for in quilt shows. Evaluate Design, Construction & Finishing – Assess quilts for strengths and areas of improvement. Receive Personalized Feedback – Bring your own quilt or use teacher samples for evaluation. Develop a Growth Plan – Identify ways to enhance your quilting for shows or personal satisfaction. Ideal for quilters looking to enter judged competitions or simply elevate their craftsmanship, this workshop provides valuable knowledge and hands-on experience to guide your quilting journey. Join us and take your quilting to the next level! Workshop Fees: Full Day - 6 hours $700/$650* (in person only) Half Day - 3 hours $450/400* (in person only) *$50 discount when booked in conjunction with a previous/next day workshop/lecture/ judging. One discount is applied per lecture/workshop/judging combination booking. Booking me for more than one lecture/workshop on consecutive dates makes more effective use of your budget and more efficient use of my time with your guild. Contact Pat at: oceanwavesqc@gmail.com 4o1.257.5217 |
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