An in person series with Olivia Clanton
Join local artist, long time quilter and craft educator Olivia Mae Clanton (she/her) on this journey in creating a handmade Quilt, from dyeing to finishing. Throughout the month of October and first Sunday in November, meeting each Sunday, Olivia will teach students how to successfully dye, design, piece, block, sew, baste, quilt and bind a modern naturally dyed 40” x 60” 9-patch quilt from scratch.
Students will learn all the traditional techniques of quilting and strengthen their technical sewing skills as well as hone their eye for design and color theory. Each student will make their own Log Cabin block, 9 Patch block, Half Square Triangle block, Courthouse Steps block, Sewing Curves and Sawtooth Star block.
By the end of the program, students will have created their own quilt from start to finish, build confidence, self-reliance and autonomy on the sewing machine. Students should expect to work on their quilt at home or at Wednesday community craft nights.
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Dates + Times
Sunday, October 13th. 2024: Sewing Machine Basics & Quilt Design, 1:00-5:00 PM
Sunday, October 20th. 2024: Piecing & Blocking a Quilt, 1:00-5:00 PM
Sunday, October 27th. 2024: Piecing & Blocking a Quilt, 1:00-5:00 PM
Sunday, November 3rd. 2024: Batting, Basting & Hand Quilting, 1:00-5:00 PM
Sunday, November 10th. 2024: Binding & Finishing Techniques, 1:00-5:00 PM
Location
Hillfolk, 801 SE 8TH ST, Suite #49, Bentonville, Arkansas
Required Materials
Students must bring their own working sewing machine + appropriate thread to take this course. Please bring about 2 yards of scrap fabric to sample with. Please bring a general sewing kit, quilting ruler, safety pins and notebook.
Provided Materials
4 yards of cotton fabric for dyeing, batting, rotary cutters, cutting mats, tape, sashiko thread, needles and 16 hours of expert instruction.
Class Size
5 Students
This workshop is suited for sewing beginners: teenagers to adults. Not suitable for children unless you want to bring your kiddo in to assist you in stitching!
Light snacks and refreshments provided, please bring something more substantial if needed.
Contact Olivia Clanton, studio manager directly for questions olivia@hillfolk.com