72 Patchwork courses

Ongoing weekly machine patchwork quilt course. This exclusive design from Fat Quarter Quilting is being taught by Janine

Come and join Janine at Stitching Kitchen for a weekend learning how to make a log cabin quilt. This workshop will take place over two full Saturdays. It is suitable for total novices, taking you through everything you need to know to build confidence in quilt-making. If you are a more experienced quilter, you will enjoy learning a new technique that has so many creative possiblities, and you can benefit from Janine’s years of experience to pick up tips and tricks for a professional, polished quilt. Log cabin quilting gets its name from the layout of the pieces - log-shaped strips built up around a central square, or ‘hearth’. It's a great quilt for getting through your scraps. Or, you can use precut 2 ½-inch strips, like Jelly Rolls, which make the process easier and just as enjoyable. Log cabin quilting is really versatile because the fabric choices, layouts and positioning can be used to make such a huge range of patterns. Your tutor Janine also holds monthly long-arm clinics at Stitching Kitchen that you'd be welcome to drop into if you'd like any further pointers, or would like to outsource the quilt finishing to her! What you will learn/achieve Skills in measuring, cutting and sewing this traditional block. How to create a huge range of patterns with your fabric choices, layouts and positioning. If you’re not yet comfortable with a rotary cutter and ruler, you can use precut 2 ½-inch strips, like Jelly Rolls, which make the process easier and just as enjoyable. The quilt size is flexible and can be adjusted based on your experience/speed. What's included Tuition: full instruction and support in a small class (maximum of 6). Written instructions that you can take away and refer back to at home. Use of all the tools you will need during the workshop. Use of the Pfaff sewing machines in Stitching Kitchen's fully equipped studio.  Tea and cake. What to bring Fabrics to make your log cabin blocks. We will send you a materials list, but just give us a call or drop in to the studio if you would like further advice, and we can also make suggestions about where to purchase quilting fabric. This is a great quilt for getting through your scraps, or sewing with a jelly roll! Stitching Kitchen has thread available to purchase. You won’t need to bring anything else and you can leave your sewing machine at home. Stitching Kitchen is fully equipped with Pfaff sewing machines and all the quilting tools and sewing kit for use during the workshop. Stitching Kitchen also stocks a full range of haberdashery, batting and quilting tools if you discover anything you would like to purchase to use at home. Please note that this workshop is held in our light and spacious first floor studio at Stitching Kitchen, which is accessible by stairs.  About your tutor Your tutor is Janine from TheFatQuarter Quilting https://thefatquarter.co.uk Having dabbled at patchwork and quilting when her children were babies, Janine moved on to develop a love for learning everything patchwork and quilting. In recent years she has owned a patchwork and quilting shop, living and breathing patchwork each day. Nowadays Janine is a professional Longarm Quilter and Patchwork Tutor with a love for sharing her wealth of experience. If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.

Experimental knitting workshop using free knitting techniques to explore colour, and dyeing your own yarns using Procion MX dyes.

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A short online course led by NICKY SIMPSON, learning how to be creative using Bondaweb.

One to One Tuition in Patchwork and Quilting in your own home.

5 Week course using drawing as a process to play with both traditional materials and textile processes, to develop playfulness and experimentation as a tool for design and art directions.

Description Vexillology Diploma Embark on a fascinating journey through the colourful and significant world of flags with the Vexillology Diploma. An online course specifically designed for those with a keen interest in exploring the symbolism, design, and history entwined within flags, both familiar and unfamiliar. Whether you are an enthusiast in history, a professional designer, or simply someone with a burgeoning interest in vexillology, this diploma beckons to be your next exciting educational adventure. The Vexillology Diploma paves the way for learners to explore the intriguing discipline that deciphers the story behind every stripe, star, and colour encountered in flags. It unravels the potent mixture of history, politics, and culture embedded in these symbolic entities, granting students a unique lens through which global events and cultural identities can be viewed. Initially, the course gently guides learners through an engaging introduction to vexillology, gradually unfolding the myriad layers and dimensions hidden within it. It illuminates the elementary principles and perspectives vital to understanding and appreciating the vast world of flags in all their varied forms. Further, students sail through the anatomy of a flag, exploring each component and its significance in relaying particular messages or symbols. Every hue and design element in a flag tells a tale, and with the knowledge gained, a student discerns these silent yet potent narratives, often intertwined with the histories and cultures they represent. The Vexillology Diploma then invites learners to traverse through the extensive universe of national flags and their meanings. This exploration deciphers the symbols, colours, and patterns that have been meticulously chosen to represent countries and their inherent values, histories, and ideals. With a firm grasp of national flags, the course then navigates through regional and subnational flags, dissecting their role in fostering local identity and unity within a larger national framework. Regional flags often encapsulate the essence and uniqueness of local cultures, providing a vibrant patchwork that adorns the national canvas. Venturing into the flags of organisations and institutions, students will discern how these entities convey their mission, vision, and identity through symbolic pieces of cloth. The importance of these flags in communicating and perpetuating the principles and purposes of various bodies is a critical aspect explored in the curriculum. Historical flags and their impact upon societies, movements, and nations unravel a tapestry rich with tales of valor, struggle, unity, and change. The course meticulously dissects the undercurrents that such flags have ridden upon and the waves of change they have often heralded. Through an exploration of flags in modern political movements, the Vexillology Diploma scrutinises the pivotal role flags play in shaping, symbolising, and often, steering sociopolitical tides. Herein, the potency of flags in binding movements, symbolising aspirations, and communicating causes becomes abundantly clear. Maritime and signal flags unlock a unique communication code upon the high seas. This segment introduces students to the vibrant and practical language of flags in nautical contexts, ensuring that they can decipher messages conveyed through these fluttering symbols upon the vastness of the oceans. Embarking towards artistic horizons, the course then elucidates the art and craft of flag making. It unveils the skill, creativity, and precision engaged in transforming fabric into potent symbols that ripple with meaning and history. Lastly, the future of flags and vexillology unveils itself, inviting students to explore the evolution, trends, and emerging perspectives within this vibrant field. It provokes thought regarding the future trajectory of flags in an ever-globalising and technologically advancing world. Enrolling in the Vexillology Diploma enables students to acquire a wealth of knowledge, a perceptive understanding, and a unique skill set that can be applied across various domains. Whether it be in design, historical research, political analysis, or simply satiating personal interest, this diploma stands poised to elevate one's perspective and knowledge to new heights. Flags, with their silent stories and vibrant tales, await to be discovered, understood, and appreciated in all their multi-faceted splendour. What you will learn 1:Introduction to Vexillology 2:The Anatomy of a Flag 3:National Flags and Their Meanings 4:Regional and Subnational Flags 5:Flags of Organizations and Institutions 6:Historical Flags and Their Impact 7:Flags in Modern Political Movements 8:Maritime and Signal Flags 9:The Art and Craft of Flag Making 10:The Future of Flags and Vexillology Course Outcomes After completing the course, you will receive a diploma certificate and an academic transcript from Elearn college. Assessment Each unit concludes with a multiple-choice examination. This exercise will help you recall the major aspects covered in the unit and help you ensure that you have not missed anything important in the unit. The results are readily available, which will help you see your mistakes and look at the topic once again. If the result is satisfactory, it is a green light for you to proceed to the next chapter. Accreditation Elearn College is a registered Ed-tech company under the UK Register of Learning( Ref No:10062668). After completing a course, you will be able to download the certificate and the transcript of the course from the website. For the learners who require a hard copy of the certificate and transcript, we will post it for them for an additional charge.

A one on one tuition session to learn quilting and patchwork.

If you would like to build your quilting confidence, join me for this confidence building class and create a quilt using a quilt as you go method.