Inspired byavintage1930’spastel pinkflowerquilt, imagineaPoseyQuiltin yourfavorite color.You could even go wild withbright batiks, orcoordinates fromyour stash for a fun scrap quilt. In this workshop,wewillpre-turn seam allowancesfor applique–no needleturn required! Barbarawill share hertechniques for accurate placement of pieces. Arrange all the applique piecesand secure themon your block andappliqueby hand.Makea gently curvedstem and asoftlypadded center circle.Easily master smooth inner and outer curves. Try Barbara’s unique method for sharppointedleaf tips. Barbara uses a video projection system so every student can see closeups.If you are a beginner, even if you have never held a hand sewing needle, you can learn to appliqué by hand. Barbara will teach you to thread a needle, how to hold the needle, plus tricks to prevent the thread from falling out, twisting or tangling. Discover how both hands work together for small and large appliqué projects. Learn several knots to secure your sewing. Practice the blind appliqué stitch. SUPPLY LIST(for 1 block) Fabric: Background–9-1/2” square Stem–Cuta strip1” x 4-1/2”(bias or straight) Leaves–5”x5” Flower–8”x8” (more ifstripe ordirectional prints) Flower Center–3”x3” Supplies: Applique threadsto match fabrics Hand applique needle, size 12 Sharp Small sharp-to-the-pointscissors Water soluble gluestick or washable basting glue Pins Freezer paper–at least 8.5”x11” Mechanical pencil0.5 mm Stiletto or seam ripper Optional: Clover®1/2" Bias Maker Thimble Small iron and ironing mat
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