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Program Overview
Discover the timeless craft of hand quilting in this comprehensive 4-week workshop. Learn traditional techniques passed down through generations while creating beautiful, functional textile art entirely by hand. From your first stitch to completing a finished piece, this course guides you through the meditative practice of hand quilting in a warm, supportive environment.
Format: 4 weeks, weekly sessions (2 hours each)
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
What You'll Learn
Participants will gain comprehensive hand quilting skills, beginning with essential tools, needles, thread types, and fabric preparation. The course covers fundamental stitching techniques including the running stitch and quilting stitch, proper needle handling, and achieving even, consistent stitches. You'll learn to plan and mark simple quilting patterns and traditional motifs, layer and baste quilt sandwiches, and work with quilting frames or hoops. Advanced instruction includes decorative stitch variations, navigating curves and corners, maintaining tension control, and troubleshooting common challenges. The program concludes with professional finishing techniques including binding methods, invisible thread securing, and proper care for hand-quilted pieces, ensuring you complete a finished project and gain confidence for future quilting endeavors.
What's Included
Expert instruction in traditional hand quilting methods
Demonstrations of all techniques and processes
Practice materials and fabric for in-class use
Personalized guidance and troubleshooting support
Patterns and design templates
A welcoming, patient learning environment
Resources for continuing your quilting journey
Who Should Attend This workshop is ideal for:
Beginners interested in learning traditional hand quilting
Those seeking a meditative, mindful creative practice
Textile enthusiasts wanting to explore hand-stitching techniques
Anyone drawn to slow, intentional craft work
Those interested in preserving traditional needlework arts
Quilters wanting to add hand-quilting skills to their repertoire
What to Bring
Hand-quilting needles (betweens, size 8-10)
Quilting thread
Small sharp scissors
Thimble (leather or metal, based on preference)
Fabric scraps for practice (cotton recommended)
Enthusiasm for slow, mindful handwork!
Complete materials list with recommendations will be provided upon registration.