{"product_id":"beginning-quilting-102-clover-and-bloom-workshop","title":"Beginning Quilting 102: Clover and Bloom Workshop with Julie Antinucci || August 8 \u0026 15 3-5","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e**Clover \u0026amp; Bloom Quilt Workshop**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAdvanced beginner • Pre-cutting required*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eClass Registration Fee INCLUDES the price of the pattern ($12)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eClover \u0026amp; Bloom is a modern two-block quilt designed by local quilt designer Jennifer Worth of Slightly Biased Quilts.  The magic of this quilt happens at the intersections — secondary shapes emerge as Block 1 and Block 2 come together across the quilt top. The pattern is available in multiple sizes, so you can make anything from a baby quilt to a queen. We recommend the lap sized!  It's a manageable size if you decide you want to quilt it on your own, either on a domestic machine or a longarm quilting machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis class is built around one core skill: making half-square triangles that are all exactly the same size, with points that don't get chopped off when you assemble blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpecifically, you'll learn:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• How to test and adjust your 1\/4\" seam allowance so your piecing is accurate from the very first seam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• The oversize-and-trim method for HSTs (no math anxiety — we provide the chart)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• A pinning trick that dramatically improves accuracy along the diagonal seam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• How to trim HSTs quickly and consistently using a dedicated trimming ruler (the June Taylor Perfect Half Square Triangle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhat you'll leave with after the first two-hour session:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• One completed Block 1 and one completed Block 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• A stack of perfectly trimmed HSTs to keep working with at home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• The mastery of the technique \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• A handout with the HST chart and key reminders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDuring the second two-hour session, we will continue to work on constructing the quilt.  You may not get the entire quilt top finished by the end of the second session, but you should be well on your way and will master several techniques that will prepare you for for other quilting projects in the future!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis class is for advanced beginners who are comfortable using a sewing machine, rotary cutter, and ruler, and who can sew a reasonably accurate 1\/4\" seam. If you've made a quilt or two and want to level up your precision, this is the class for you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTo make the most of our class time, **all fabric cutting must be completed before you arrive.**  If you're newer to rotary cutting or unsure about the cutting instructions, please reach out — we're happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRequired Materials:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Clover and Bloom Pattern (pick up your pattern anytime after registering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003eJune Taylor Perfect Half Square Triangle Trimmer Ruler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003eYour sewing machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003ePower cord, foot pedal, and your machine's manual (just in case)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003eA spare bobbin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003eA fresh needle installed (80\/12 universal is perfect)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003ePins (fine glass-head pins work best)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003eSnips or small scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003eSeam ripper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003eMarking pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003eThread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p2\"\u003eAll fabric, cut according to the Clover \u0026amp; Bloom pattern (fabric requirements are listed on the image included in this listing). The lap size or smaller is suggested.  This is a more manageable size for beginners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cottonwood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48684115460351,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/1456\/5631\/files\/Clover_BloomQuilt_png.webp?v=1781491296","url":"https:\/\/cottonwoodinthepark.com\/products\/beginning-quilting-102-clover-and-bloom-workshop","provider":"Cottonwood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}