Workshops and Talks
Workshops and talks are available! Whether you are a shop looking for inspiration, a sewing group, or a community looking to try something new I have a range of talks and workshops to suit most skill levels.
Talks
Scrappy Time Talk: I love talking about Scrappy Quilts. I will bring a series of quilts showcasing how to use a variety of sized scraps, how to organise them and the results you can achieve. From fun, fast ‘Scrappy Time’ to crazy quilting with crumbs for ‘March Winds’. Talk lasts 40mins to 1 hour but can be adapted if there are specific areas you wish to discuss. I bring a selection of my scrappy quilts, my patterns and fabrics with me.
Sewing with colour: I love bringing out the colour in fabrics. I will bring a selection of quilts that demonstrate how colour impacts your design. From colour blocking to adding contrast and warmth. I talk through my fun Kaleidoscope quilts, how they were made and the impact the colour choices had on them. Talk lasts 40minutes and can be adapted if there are specific areas you wish to discuss. . I bring a selection of my scrappy quilts, my patterns and fabrics with me.
Workshops
Scrappy surgery: Bring in your scrap baskets! Lets talk about how to manage and what to do with your scraps. I will talk through colour choices, show my favourite roll technique and show you a variety of quilts that can churn through your scraps and give you confidence in building blocks of colour. I will bring in my scrappy quilts to discuss techniques and be hands on to help start making rolls. (Excellent for retreats and Project Linus quilts) 1 day workshop
Scrappy Applique: Utilising those smaller pieces for a joyful slow sew of needle turn applique. I get back to basics on applique, using my grandmother’s tried and tested sampler, using gingham to practice how we manipulate fabrics while appliqueing. 2 hour workshop, can be expanded to a day course.
Scrappy Crumbs: Not sure what to do with those smaller pieces but too good to say goodbye to them? I’ll bring a selection of quilts that show off these small pieces and we’ll work towards making some fun blocks. 2 hour workshop, can be expanded to full day.
Scrappy Abstract Blooms: Let use those smaller scrap pieces to make abstract flowers. It’s a very organic way of sewing and we are lead by the shapes of our scraps. We’ll organise our scraps in colours and construct beautiful petals. By the end of the workshop, you should achieve at least one big bloom or several small ones. 1 day workshop – can be reduced to half day
Sewing with Colour – Kaleidoscope Quilt: Using our fabrics strips to create colourful hexagons. Colour is the theme of the day as we use colour to wonderful rich colour combinations. 1 day workshop.
Return to scrapbusting: Have I been before and you would like to refresh your love of scraps? Or maybe members of your group missed out last time and want to join in on the fun. We revisit my favourite scrappy quilts and scrappy rolls and work on a chosen quilt (Scrappy Time ,March Winds, Roof Tiles) 1 day workshop
Scrappy Quilt Course: Choose to make ‘Scrappy Time’, ‘Roof Tiles’ or ‘March Winds’. The course includes viewing of quilt and breakdown of pattern instructions in simple steps. A printed pattern is included in the cost for each student attending. By the end of the course, attendees will gain confidence with using scraps, colour blocking and quilting techniques. minimum 6-day courses
If you are interested in me visiting your group then please email me to discuss details and costs further at info@sugarbowlcrafts.com
