Supply List and Precutting Instructions: In this class we will begin to construct a quilt based upon the Garden Wedding Ring pattern. You will need to purchase this pattern before class. Cutting instructions are listed on this hand out; you are not required to cut out the whole quilt before this class.

Note: The strip piecing method I will be teaching in class uses a little more yardage than what the yardage requirements on the pattern call for. If you like the technique and you will, you should add about 1/4 yard to the total yardage for each of the eight colors used for the arcs.

Things to do Before Class: Read your instructions before class. Then take a deep breath and relax!

Make your Templates: The templates for precutting your fabric are stuffed in the center of the pattern. Make two photocopies of each the Center and Melon Template. When making copies check the copies for accuracy. Glue both copies onto a piece of template plastic with all the writing facing up. Cut out the templates by trimming around the outside line on each template with your rotary cutter. Please read below the information about strip piecing the Arcs.

Foundation Paper: You need to cut out (12) A-Arcs and (12) B-Arcs before class. Trim the excess paper from your foundation papers about 1/8” away from the outside cutting line. I will be demonstrating a quick and easy way to trim the rest of the foundation papers in class so do not waste time cutting out all the foundation papers.

Class Precutting Instructions: I will be teaching a simplified strip-piecing version of the Garden Wedding Ring in this one-day workshop. Please prepare your class materials as instructed below for this class. Note: the strip piecing technique that I will be teaching you will save you both cutting and sewing time.

Strip Piecing the Arcs: Class precutting instructions.

1. Arcs: Cut two (2) 2-1/2” by 42” strips across the grain from eight(8) different colors for the arcs. Note: Do not cut these strips apart into single wedges. I will be showing you how to assemble this quilt using a strip piecing technique with foundation paper. You will like the technique. It is fast and very organized.

Another note: The 2-1/2” measurement for the strips is not a mistake. The instructions in the pattern say to cut the strips 3” wide but the strip piecing method I will be teaching does not require a 3” strip.

2. Background: Cut one 9\” by 42\” strips from your background fabric. This strip is for the center and melon templates but do not cut them before class.

3. Corners: Bring two (2) or four (4) 3” strips for the corner fabrics. We will cut these in class.

Please bring the following supplies to class:
Small iron
Flat ironing board
Small scissors
45mm or 60mm Rotary cutter with a new blade
Medium size cutting board
6″ by 24″ ruler
6” or 12” Add-A-Quarter ruler
A Purple Thang (optional)
Seam ripper
Scotch tape
Washout fabric glue stick (UHU)
Note: I will have the UHU glue sticks available in class for $1.50 each.
Marking pencil
1/4″ foot for your sewing machine
Size 70 or 80 sewing machine needles
Surge protector
Extension cord
A good working sewing machine
Flower pins
Large & small Ziploc bags
Stapler
A high quality silk finish cotton thread

This class will also include a short lecture on color.

Appliqué: This class includes a 1-hour demonstration showing how I do my appliqué. Students will not have time to do any machine appliqué. Below is a list of the tools I will demonstrate:
Rinse-a-way
Bias bars
Roxanne basting glue
Size 60, sewing needles
Size 60, machine embroidery thread, Cotton, rayon, silk or polyester

If you have any questions regarding this class, please contact your instructor directly. Contact information for Judy and her Certified Instructors is available on our website at http://quiltworx.com. Please include your correct email address, phone number, and name. You may also want to check out our website www.quiltworx.com and our facebook page quiltworx.com prior to selecting fabrics. There are many samples, slide shows, and color-changing quilts available for you to enjoy. We also have corrections and helpful hints posted for most of the patterns we have published.

Judy Niemeyer and the Certified Instructors