Sunday, July 20, 2008

GET SCHOOLED: Beginner quilting classes at PageQuilts Studio


BEGINNERS QUILTING WORKSHOPS

taught by Valerie Page of PageQuilts.com

LOOKING FOR THAT PERFECT SUMMER PROJECT? SOMETHING YOU CAN TAKE TO THE COTTAGE AND, USE AT HOME LATER!!

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Learn the basics of quilting techniques and construction while you complete two projects over seven classes in a stimulating setting. These workshops will help you gain the skills needed to complete a variety of designs and larger projects with confidence.

Class One
Introduction to

•Quilting tools and uses – where and what to purchase
•How to choose materials—colours, patterns, fabric choices
•Machine or hand piecing
•Quilt construction basics

Classes two and three
Patchwork Project of choice: focusing on new techniques.

Classes four through seven
Small Quilt Project: explore colour; play on a design wall; incorporate new skills and techniques learned throughout the course. As you explore the design process you’ll pick up tips to make quilt construction simpler; some good basic drafting information, a bit of quilt history and inspiration.

Each workshop runs 3 hours a session for 7 classes (21 hrs).

** Workshop schedule can be adjusted to suit you **

Saturday classes run 10:00 to 1:00 or 2:00 to 5:00
Weekday classes run 10:00 to 1:00/ 1:00 to 4:00 or 6:00 to 9:00

As class size is limited, a deposit is required to guarantee your place.
Cost: $ 350. GST included. VISA/MC/CASH/CQ ACCEPTED

PageQuilts is offering special week long and one day classes this summer and fall.

Information on week /one day classes available on request from valeriepage@gmail.com.

PageQuilts studio is located in Leslieville, at 289 Booth Ave. the nearest junction is Logan Ave at Queen St. East. Please call 416.466.8292 for detailed instructions.

**ASK ABOUT CLASSES SUITED TO YOUR SCHEDULE**

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