English Paper Piecing : Diamonds : Saturday October 12, from 11am - 2pm - the workroom

English Paper Piecing : Diamonds : Saturday October 12, from 11am-2pm

Name: English Paper Piecing : Diamonds : Saturday October 12, from 11am-2pm
Brand: the workroom
SKU: 10/12/24 - EPP Diamonds
Price: 90.0 CAD
Availability: InStock

$90.00 CAD

By the workroom

THE WORKROOM PARKDALE : This workshop is scheduled to take place in our new studio at 207 Cowan Avenue, Unit A. We can't wait to welcome you there!

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Learn this take-it-anywhere, time-honoured technique that is completely done by hand! We’ll do English Paper Piecing with Diamonds We'll switch it up with colour for a modern style and give you great ideas for finished projects. Fun, addictive and a great way to use your favourite scraps!

This patchwork class is one 3-hour session.

Instructor : Johanna Masko

Prerequisite : No previous sewing experience required. This patchwork technique is sewn completely by hand.

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CLASS SUPPLIES : Class fees include workshop registration and in-shop use of sewing machines and irons. All supplies, materials and personal tools are to be provided by each student, unless otherwise specified. Upon enrolment, a Class Confirmation and Supply List will be emailed by our shop team so that these items can be gathered or purchased prior to the class. We welcome a visit, call or email with any questions regarding this workshop and the required supplies prior to registration.

CANCELLATION POLICY : Class fees are non-refundable. Any cancellations or changes to your registration must be done at least 72 hours prior to the class start date in order to be issued a store credit. Cancellations that are made less than 72 hours before the class start date and students who do not show up to class will forfeit their class fee.

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Skills + Techniques

Through this workshop series you will learn the following skills:

Resources for consistent templates
How to make accurate patchwork templates
Using multiple paper types
Learn the whip-stitch
Learn flat-back stitching
Tips for fussy cutting
Compare thread basting and glue basting
Trouble shooting mismatched edges
Discussion of best tools for hand stitching

Hand Work

Learn the art of slow & mindful stitching by hand with the workroom.

Whether you are a beginner or looking to build skills and confidence, the workroom has a variety of workshops on our roster for you. We carefully select projects and patterns that will foster your creativity and meet you where you're at in your sewing journey.

the workroom studio

Our bright Parkdale Studio is equipped with Bernina sewing machines and sergers, large cutting tables and ironing stations. Students will also learn to use specialty presser feet, essential sewing machine features as required for their class project.

the workroom is an authorized Bernina dealer. If you're looking for your first sewing machine or an upgrade, our workshops are a great opportunity to see why we love the Bernina brand. The quality of these machines, along with the great features and accessories make them a pleasure to sew with.

Students have complimentary access to the sewing studio until completion of their class project.