Forever Yours Table Runner

Yardage amounts are listed in the instructions and on the back of the pattern.

 Check the attached supply list.

 Pre-class Cutting Instructions:

 Organize your strips into sets of 8 strips light to dark.

 The preparation work for this class requires you to pre-cut all your fabrics for each of the foundation units. Follow the cutting instructions in the pattern for each unit. Cut out only the large rectangle pieces that fit under the Template Layout Sheets for each unit. After the large fabric pieces are cut for each of the Template Layout Sheets place them into a bag with both the layout sheets and foundation papers. Don’t cut the individual template pieces apart before class. In class I will show you how to arrange your colors and pre-stack your fabrics before cutting the individual template pieces apart. I will demonstrate the easiest and fastest way to use your Template Layout Sheets to cut out your fabric pieces. The cutting is not difficult but it may take you a little time to work through the colors. Read carefully and if you don’t understand something set it aside and proceed with the next step. Work through each of the steps one at a time. Try to get all your fabric cut out prior to coming to class. If you can’t figure something out you can send me email. If I am unable to get back to you or solve your problem we will figure it out in class. It is your responsibility to come to class prepared and ready to work.

  Foundation Papers:

  Separate the foundation papers for each unit. Place them into the bags that are listed in the pattern under the information for the Foundation Papers. I would like you to bring eight foundation papers precut and ready to use for each unit in your pattern to class. Bring the rest of your foundation sheets with you uncut. I will demonstrate a very simple process on how to stack the pieces before cutting the section apart. This will save you several hours of prep-work. When cutting out the foundation papers trim the excess paper off from around the outside cutting line approximately 1/8”.

 Template Layout Sheets:

 Most of the templates are arranged and grouped together on “Template Layout Sheets.”   Most foundation units have one or two Template Layout Sheets.   In class, I will show you how to use the layout sheets to cut the fabric so don’t stress over what you are doing.  Don’t glue the Template Layout Sheets onto any plastic. Template Layouts Sheets should remain as paper templates.

 Please bring with you  a package of large paper clips (the larger quilts will require Binder Clips as well—check your pattern for supplies.   You will find clips, will become your next best friend after working with templates for foundation paper piecing.

 In this class you will have the opportunity to learn some of the techniques that Judy teaches and writes about in her patterns.  I teach a process of foundation paper-piecing that uses a chain-piecing method. This process is possible because all of the fabric is pre-cut using templates that Judy designed and included in the pattern.  I also teach speed-cutting techniques for both paper and fabric.  I teach sewing and pressing techniques that will enable you to do foundation paper piecing, curved piecing, and traditional piecing.  I teach fast and easy ways to make templates, how to use them, and how to design them.

 Extra foundation papers are available for this quilt.  The information needed to order the extra foundation papers, is found on Judy’s web page.   If you would like to have the extra foundation papers available to you before class so you can figure out your yardage, please place your order on line at www.quiltworx.com or I can order them with the other patterns you request.  If you are taking this class through a local quilt shop please place your order through them prior to class to insure that your pieces will arrive before class.

 If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me prior to class by phone (please leave a message) or e-mail me at familycomforts@aol.com.

 I look forward to seeing you in class!

 Diana Simkins