CLASSES
With all classes, I provide supply lists to print out as well as detailed instructions about what the students need to do prior to class.
I work very hard to keep the classes entertaining, fun, and stress free. At the same time, students will learn a new technique.
If you are interested in class that's not listed here, check with Phyllis--she will work with you to develop just the right class content for your group.
LET'S TALK RULERS
(ONE HOUR LECTURE)
Let's Talk Rulers is a one hour lecture and trunk show. During this lecture I introduce the most basic of the Studio 180 Rulers. I demonstrate how to use the rulers and why they will improve accuracy in quilting and why they are so easy to use. Plus, I like to show what "else" you can do with the rulers by introducing numerous technique sheets for each ruler.
STUDIO 180 DESIGN RULER CLASSES
Deb Tucker has developed a wonderful line of rulers and patterns to go with them. What makes these rulers so great is that they can be used to make multiple sizes, and they can be used on any pattern, not just hers. With these rulers, there is very little fabric waste and accuracy is much improved. My specialties are the Tucker Trimmer, Wing Clipper, V-Block, Square Squared, Rapid Fire Lemoyne Star, and Rapid Fire Hunter’s Star. There are several class possibilities using these rulers.
AURA
(6 HOUR CLASS)
Aura is a beautiful quilt that uses both V-blocks and Shoofly blocks. Everyone has scraps of fabric at home that they have collected from past projects. Maybe it is a collection of fat quarters or layer cakes that they want to use to create the "scrappy" look. No matter how the scraps have been collected, this is a fun quilt to do, and you can make it in any size from a baby to a king -- just keep cutting scraps. You can choose to make 6”, 9” ,or 12” blocks depending on how big you want the finished quilt top.
Class Requirements
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V-Block ruler
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Tucker Trimmer
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Seamingly Scrappy Booklet
GALAXY
(6 HOUR CLASS)
Galaxy is a beautiful design made with alternating blocks, one red and one blue. This quilt appears to be circular but there is no curved piecing involved. The circles are created with the use of the V block and half square triangles. This top can be made with 3 different block sizes, 6”, 9”, or 12”.
Class Requirements
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V-Block ruler
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Tucker Trimmer
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Galaxy Pattern
CYCLONE
(6 HOUR CLASS)
Cyclone is a fun block to make using just the Tucker Trimmer III ruler. Combine strip piecing and angled cuts to make this block and you will be surprised how fast and easy this block is to make. If you want to add a little "pop" to your project, use the Corner Pop ruler and add a "pop" of color to the corners of your block.
Class Requirements
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Tucker Trimmer III
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Cyclone Technique sheet
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Corner Pop ruler (optional)
CONSTELLATION
(6 HOUR CLASS)
Constellation Finally there is a tool and technique to quickly, easily, and accurately piece traditional Lemoyne Star blocks in 10 different sizes! The blocks are strip pieced, assembled without “Y” seams, and pieced slightly oversized so each one can be trimmed to perfection. In the class, students will learn the process and construct different size stars to make their own Constellation wall hanging. We will be using the Lemoyne Star ruler by Studio 180 Design which includes a free pattern. This wall hanging is approximately 37” x 37” and is a great way to become comfortable with the technique.
Class Requirements
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Rapid Fire Lemoyne Star ruler
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Tucker Trimmer III (strongly recommended)
LEMOYNE TRAILS
(TWO 6 HOUR CLASSES)
Lemoyne Trails is a modern twist to Lemoyne Stars and Snail’s Trail blocks. Using Studio 180 tools, you will learn how easy it is to create these blocks accurately with very little fabric waste. During class, we will learn the steps to make a Lemoyne Star block with 2 different background fabrics and a Snails Trail block with multiple colors.
Class Requirements
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Rapid Fire Lemoyne Star Ruler
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Tucker Trimmer
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Squared Square Ruler
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Lemoyne Trails Pattern
MAJESTY
(6 HOUR CLASS)
Majesty is a new pattern from Michelle Hiatt that features Lemoyne Star blocks and the popular Log Cabin Block. The bright fabrics in the Majesty Lemoyne Stars and Log Cabin blocks are created with strips from various Fat Eights or Fat Quarters. This quilt can be made from yardage, half yards, or scraps of fabric I recommend that the background be made from yardage. This quilt is made from strips and is strip-pieced! No "Y" seams. It can be made in various sizes from Wall to Queen.
Class Requirements
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Rapid Fire Lemoyne Star ruler
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Tucker Trimmer III
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Majesty pattern
HUNTER'S STAR
(6 HOUR CLASS)
Hunter’s Star Hunter’s Star is a class full of endless possibilities. Using Deb Tucker’s Rapid Fire Hunter’s Star tool, students will learn the basic steps in making a Hunter’s Star wall hanging or table runner. They can choose to construct it in 2-4 colorways and in 4 different sizes. The blocks are strip pieced, assembled without any “Y” seams, and then trimmed down to the correct size. Students will also be given the opportunity to play with multiple layout choices.
Class Requirements
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Rapid Fire Hunter’s Star Petite
SHADED 4 PATCH
(3 OR 6 HOUR CLASS)
Shaded 4 Patch is a fun class. The Shaded 4 patch (which is also known by several other names) is a basic unit used in many quilt patterns. This block is easily made using oversized strip piecing methods and then trimmed down with your Tucker Trimmer from Studio 180 Design. You can make any size quilt or wall hanging depending on the number of scraps you want to use up. I made the sample using fall colors and scraps. We will be making 4” finished blocks in class. However, the sheet gives cutting instructions for 2” to 12” units. The layout possibilities are endless and I will be showing students several ways to lay out their blocks.
Class Requirements
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Tucker Trimmer
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Shaded 4 Patch Technique sheet
MIGRATING GEESE
(3 HOUR CLASS)
Migrating Geese is a wonderful technique to create borders or row quilts. They look a lot like flying geese but are created in a row. There is no special ruler required and the technique sheet gives you cutting instructions for sizes 3” to 12” wide. This method is also a great stash buster.
Class Requirements
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Migrating Geese Technique sheet
ATLANTIC FLYWAY
(6 HOUR CLASS)
Atlantic Flyway is appropriately named for all of the geese traveling around this quilt. During this class students will learn how easy it can be to make "Fast Flying Geese" using the Wing Clipper ruler. Once this technique has been mastered, it is so easy to make multiple sizes of flying geese for any project. Students will also learn how to make "Migrating Geese" for borders or row quilts. This is a wonderful wall quilt or the start to a medallion style quilt. It is a great project for scraps.
Class Requirements
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Wing Clipper
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Atlantic Flyway Pattern
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Magic Wand (strongly recommended)
STRING PIERCING
(3 HOUR CLASS)
String Piecing is a wonderful to use up scraps and at the same time conjure up memories. Everyone has scraps from past projects or that we acquired from our quilting friends. In this class, students will learn what constitutes a "string", how to make a basic String Quilt, and an easy way to make String Quilts using half square triangles. The design possibilities are endless.
Class Requirements
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Thin copy or tracing paper
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"STRINGS" of fabric
T-SHIRT QUILT
(6 HOUR CLASS)
T-shirt quilt is a class is based on the book You Did What With My T-shirts? The booklet offers several T-shirt quilt designs depending on the number of shirts available and the desired size of the finished product. The designs are suitable for beginners, and the most difficult part of the process is lining up the T-shirts and centering the motif. Products needed include the book, sashing and borders for the quilt top, a large square ruler, stretch or ballpoint sewing machine needles, tricot interfacing, backing, and batting. If you would prefer to do your own thing, I have several layout options for you to choose from. These classes are always popular because parents and grandparents are looking for ways to use those T-shirts that their child has collected over the years. I will show you how to stabilize your T-shirts for cutting and sewing as well as helpful hints for centering the shirts, pressing, and machine piecing knits.
PRICING
Full day class – 6 hours - $500.00
Half day class – 3 hours $250.00
Lecture – 1 hour - $175.00 ($225.00 if distance is greater than 100 miles and no workshop)
Expenses – mileage (current IRS rate), meals, hotel
Full day classes
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Aura
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Galaxy
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Lemoyne Star on Steroids
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Lemoyne Trails
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Constellation
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Woven Tumbling Blocks
Half day classes
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Constellation
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Shaded Four Patch
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Migrating Geese
"Over years of attending Phyllis' retreats, I've seen her answer 100s of questions. She helps people make beautiful quilts and keeps them laughing while they do."
—Susan Moeller
"Phyllis is a real joy in the classroom. She has the patience of a saint and no one goes home confused. She always makes a point to ensure each student feels confident in finishing the project when we leave. We have been thrilled to have Phyllis teach two workshop for us. We can’t wait to have her back!."
—Dee Akers (from Fauquier County Quilters)