Take a Workshop through the Cocheco Quilters Guild!
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Several times a year, guild members are invited to take a workshop with one of today's outstanding quilt artists.
Non-members may be allowed to register for a workshop, space permitting. To inquire about a workshop, email workshops@cochecoquilters.com. REGISTRATION 1. By Mail - Once you have verified that there is still space available (by emailing at the above address) you can send your check to cover the fee to the address at right. Be sure to note on your check the name/date of the workshop you wish to attend. 2. In Person - You can also sign up for Workshops at our monthly Guild Meetings. |
To register by mail, send fee check to: Workshops Cocheco Quilters Guild PO Box 1153 Dover NH 03821 Be sure to note the name/date of the Workshop you wish to attend. |
2024 WORKSHOPS
FABRIC COLLAGE TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP
with Libby Mortensen
https://libbymortensen.com
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2023
Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
Place: Church of Christ, 336 Salmon Falls Rd, Rochester
Cost: $40
Kit Fee: $15, to be paid to instructor on day of workshop
In this workshop, you will explore fabric collage techniques. Learn
the basics for making fusible fabric collage while creating your own
18 x 18 sunflower. Techniques taught include –transferring a design
onto foundation fabric, using steam-a-seam 2, basic collage process,
fussy cutting motifs and more to create a colorful design from a
simple, black line drawing. In addition, basic design concepts will be
covered, including creating a “fabric palette” with lights, mediums
and darks, choice and placement of fabrics to create depth and
movement in your design, and more. Focus will be on building your
collage areas and does not require a sewing machine for the class.
Quilting and mounting options and suggestions will be discussed for
finishing at home. Full Sunflower pattern will be available
separately.
with Libby Mortensen
https://libbymortensen.com
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2023
Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
Place: Church of Christ, 336 Salmon Falls Rd, Rochester
Cost: $40
Kit Fee: $15, to be paid to instructor on day of workshop
In this workshop, you will explore fabric collage techniques. Learn
the basics for making fusible fabric collage while creating your own
18 x 18 sunflower. Techniques taught include –transferring a design
onto foundation fabric, using steam-a-seam 2, basic collage process,
fussy cutting motifs and more to create a colorful design from a
simple, black line drawing. In addition, basic design concepts will be
covered, including creating a “fabric palette” with lights, mediums
and darks, choice and placement of fabrics to create depth and
movement in your design, and more. Focus will be on building your
collage areas and does not require a sewing machine for the class.
Quilting and mounting options and suggestions will be discussed for
finishing at home. Full Sunflower pattern will be available
separately.
SEAGLASS QUILTING
with Allie McCathren
https://exhaustedoctopus.com/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/exhaustedoctopus
Date: June 19, 2024
Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
Place: Church of Christ, 336 Salmon Falls Rd, Rochester
Cost: $50
This workshop will focus on fabric use, preparation, and design. Students
will spend time on layout and making quilt top. All students in this
in-person workshop will receive free unlimited access to Allie’s online
workshop afterward which includes all videos and instructions about
quilting and finishing, making this a stress free workshop while you relax
into the process.
with Allie McCathren
https://exhaustedoctopus.com/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/exhaustedoctopus
Date: June 19, 2024
Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
Place: Church of Christ, 336 Salmon Falls Rd, Rochester
Cost: $50
This workshop will focus on fabric use, preparation, and design. Students
will spend time on layout and making quilt top. All students in this
in-person workshop will receive free unlimited access to Allie’s online
workshop afterward which includes all videos and instructions about
quilting and finishing, making this a stress free workshop while you relax
into the process.