Appli-Piecing Class

This class introduces the technique of Appli-piecing, which can produce wonderful curved lines, and very sharp points with ease. It is a combination of freezer paper applique and paper piecing… with a twist. The use of ombres creates luminosity and movement in this fun, fast moving class. You’ll transfer the design to freezer paper, and iron fabric onto freezer paper pattern pieces. You will be able to see the design develop on the provided design board instantly. Finish by learning the unique way of sewing each piece together. A light box is required to complete this class. (Could be shared)
Teacher will provide: $5.00
-18 x 24 copy of pattern
-design board
Supply list
*Fabric:
-Focus Fabric or background (‘smooshy’ multicolor batiks or hand dyes work best) – fat quarter
-At least 2 ombres – 1/3 yard each
-At least 3 solids to complement and/or contrast focus fabric – ¼ yard or fat quarters each
*Freezer paper (approx. 18” x 24”)
*Sharpie pens in 4 different colors including black.
*24” rotary ruler
*Fabric and Paper scissors
*Straight pins
*Cutting mat & 1” (28mm) rotary cutter (if you have it)
*Iron & ironing mat
* Best Press/spray starch and little container (lid or little ramekin)
*Round artist’s brush, approx. size 6 to 9
*Light box (many available for under $30)
*Glue stick
*Sewing machine that sews zigzag
*Sewing machine foot to accommodate zigzag stitch (the kind you can see through is best)
*Size 70 sewing machine needles
*Superior monopoly thread (for needle and in bobbin)
*Thread stand, if you have one
*Tweezers
*General sewing supplies
Instructor: | Karen McCarty |
Instructor Bio: | Originally from Fairbanks, Karen McCarty now splits her time between Arizona and Oregon. She has been quilting about 40 years. She started before rotary cutters and mats, using machine piecing and hand quilting. Over the years she has delved into raw edge and turned applique, paper piecing, playing with hexis, landscapes, painting on fabric, and free motion quilting. She has displayed her work in the San Diego area, at Road to California, the Arizona Quilt Guild Shows and at Houston. Her current quilting interest revolves around applipiecing. And she is looking forward to sharing this technique with you. |
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