Lectures - Approximately 1 hour
Quilts - The Story of My Life
A Powerpoint Presentation followed by a trunk show of quilts
representing my 25-year journey in quilt making and design. I present my quilts chronologically to show the evolution of my work from commercial patterns to adaptation to original work. I share my inspiration sources and how I have interpreted them in my work in hopes that it will inspire others to tell their own story.
I recommend this lecture if I'm visiting your group for the first time.
I recommend this lecture if I'm visiting your group for the first time.
Scrap Quilts - The Secret to Success
A Powerpoint Presentation using antique quilts and my own work to decode the secrets and patterns of success scrap quilt making. Through a study of these quilts I will discuss design techniques such as color, contrast and composition and how they are employed to create beautiful quilts. The lecture is followed by a trunk show.
This is my new lecture and has been very popular.
This is my new lecture and has been very popular.
Workshops:
My Workshops are for all levels of experience. Class limit is 25.
My Workshops are for all levels of experience. Class limit is 25.
Folk Art Applique’ – Your Way (this is a designed based workshop)
Learn how to make simple
freezer paper patterns to create your own original designs. We’ll explore source material and inspiration
ideas. Students will learn how to sketch
and cut out simple shapes. We’ll explore
color and composition for a small quilt.
I’ll demonstrate how to make bias
stems and berries. A selection of Barb’s original patterns will
be available for sale. Full Day Workshop or 2-Day Workshop which would also include making berries, stems, lettering and hand applique' instruction.
Materials:
2 or 3 sewing machines for students to share
2 or 3 sewing machines for students to share
Box of Freezer Paper, pencils
and paper scissors
Iron and Ironing surface (a few to share is okay)
Basic hand sewing kit (Needles,
pins, thread for applique’, fabric scissors)
Fabric marking pens or pencils
Fabrics:
One yard piece for background,
muslin or neutral fabrics work best.
8-10 Fat Quarters or large
scrap pieces in colors you like and that work together.
Hex Vex – English Paper
Piecing
Learn the basic techniques of
English Paper Piecing to create your own unique hexagon quilt. We will discuss the importance of color and
scale and when choosing fabrics for this scrap quilt. Students will learn how to achieve intricate
patterns and designs using commercial fabrics. Full Day Workshop
Materials:
$12.00 Class kit (required) paper pieces to create 3 different
styles of hexagon blocks for a total of 15 completed blocks (papers can be
re-used to make more)
Plastic template material for auditioning fabrics
Marking pencils/pens for fabric
Basic hand sewing kit:
Needles
Pins (for pin basting papers to fabric)
Threads to match fabrics
Thimble
Scissors (paper and fabric)
Iron and Ironing surface (to share)
Fabrics:
10-12 fat quarters (or larger pieces) of a wide
selection of fabrics that work together, like reproduction fabrics, bright
modern prints, etc. Consider finding a
multicolored patterned fabric and selecting those colors in different prints. Bring large and small-scale prints, stripes,
geometrics and novelty prints.
Study the fabric variety here to get an idea of what to bring. Consider working in a theme such as Halloween, Christmas, Patriotic, etc.
In this fun workshop there is very little prep and lots of sewing fun! I will demonstrate techniques for making liberated house blocks in different styles and sizes. This is a fun way to use scraps or make a holiday themed quilt. I will discuss how to set the blocks to finish your house quilt.
Full Day Workshop
Fabric Scissors (large and small)
Rotary cutter & Mat
Rotary Ruler - at least 6"
paper and pencil for notes and sketching
Sewing Machine in good working order with cords.
Irons and boards to share
Fabric Requirements:
Scraps of all sizes and colors from 2" to 10"
1 1/2" - 3" inch strips work well.
3-6 Fat Quarters for roofs and backgrounds.
(I will also have scraps to share with students)
Created By Hand
I offer a full day workshop on Hand Quilting and Hand Applique'. I will share my tips and techniques for these time honored traditions in quilting. I have been awarded Best Hand workmanship, 1st place Wall Applique' - Hand Quilted and many other awards with my hand work.
Full Day Workshop.
Supply list upon request.
I offer a full day workshop on Hand Quilting and Hand Applique'. I will share my tips and techniques for these time honored traditions in quilting. I have been awarded Best Hand workmanship, 1st place Wall Applique' - Hand Quilted and many other awards with my hand work.
Full Day Workshop.
Supply list upon request.
Contact me for calendar availability and fees barb.vedder@gmail.com or phone: 203-350-5043
