Ridgeland, MS 39157
E-mail: mrose1251@aol.com
Happy Hexagons
This
is another version of the traditional pieced hexagon block.
Instead of using equilateral triangles, where all the seams end up in
corners, the templates for this variation are kite-shaped with the
seams in the middle of the flat sides of the hexagons. Kite
hexagons are easier to use with setting triangles or other blocks to
create a quilt top.
Fractures/3-D Blocks
This technique class combines crosscutting and re-piecing of fabric squares using a grid system to create three-dimensional renditions of the original fabrics. Students may use their own fabrics, or may purchase a kit for the class with advance notice. Kit $10 (Optional)
Wedges & Stripes: Working with Wedge Rulers
A
technique class based on the work of Marilyn Doheny, inventor of the
9-degree wedge ruler, students will cut striped fabrics to learn
placement and positioning of the ruler. They will then sew their
wedges to achieve difference effects. Rulers are positioned at a slant
or vertically, with the design achieved by placement and movement of
the ruler when cutting wedges. Techniques can be adapted to use with
any type of wedge ruler.
Infinity Wedges
This
is a wedge ruler class using Marilyn Doheny's method. With this
class, students will learn to use the values in their fabric to create
movement with specific wedge cuts. When sewn together, this
creates the optical illusion of movement from one circle to the
other. Wedge ruler required.