**The first session will be 2 hours, the second session will be 3 hours.

Get ready for gifting! We'll learn the basics of patchwork, piecing, and quilting as well as sewing a lined stocking from a pattern and using binding. This class is great for those new to quilting, or those interested in using pieced fabric for projects like bags or garments who want to build skills. Students should be comfortable setting up and sewing by machine and have completed several projects.

Instructor: Sudi-Laura Overstreet

Materials:

-The pattern for Merry Stockings 2 from Thimble Blossoms

-(35) 2.5" squares, mini-charm pack

- Fat Quarter or half yard for lining

-Fat Quarter or Quarter Yard for binding

-Fat Quarter or half yard for backing

12" x 18" piece of batting or (Craft Size)

Microtex 80/12 machine needles

Neutral color thread (cotton or all purpose)

Rotary Cutter

Cutting mat (around 18x24" is good)

Clear ruler (6x24" is a good size)

Scissors or snips

Glass head pins

Walking Foot