2022-2023 Cottonwood Workshops
Flowers in the Attic, 8/15/2021, $50, 10 am - 4 pm at Fabric Bash
Jenny Kae Parks, Jenny Kae Parks Website
Workshop Description: “If you love color OR are uncertain about picking to fabric for your quilts, this is the project for you. We will explore color selection, planning and placement. Jenny will share several methods for working with color and fabrics. You will also learn a new 3-dimensional appliqué.
Dimensional Thread Painting, 9/19/2022, $50, 10 am - 4 pm at Celtic Quilter
Joyce Hughes, Joyce Hughes Originals
Workshop Description: Dimensional Thread Painting Yes, you are creative and yes, you can do this on your Domestic Sewing Machine! In this class, students will start with a beautiful panel or raw edge applique to create a piece of Art! Students will learn the proper steps of Dimensional Thread Painting and will find it to be a fun and creative technique. Exploring the various thread selection, setting up the machine for stitching techniques with free motion quilting of zig zag and straight stitching, bobbin work, adding embellishments and overlays. See the fabric come to life as you sew and layer the threads on top of the design. Students will use Thread as Paint-Sewing with the different types of threads and color combinations. Learn how to create interesting texture and dimension to the quilting project. Students will leave with a full knowledge of Dimensional Thread Painting and create a One of a Kind Piece of Art.
Modified Quilt As You Go, 10/17/2022, $50, 10 am - 4 pm at Mangelsens
Diane Murtha, Diane Murtha Website
Workshop Description : Think of this technique as two-step quilting. This class yields 25 perfect 4 ½” quilted blocks embellished with a variety of applique options, then assembled. Quilting thru each block and batting individually makes quilting easy for both new and experienced quilters alike – no bulk or awkward struggling with a large sandwiched quilt. A great project for increasing accuracy, as well as small space quilting, like retreats, or for me, my RV! Add backing fabric and the second step quilting and you are done. This technique can be used to create any size canvas that can be appliqued in endless options. So much fun!
O Happy Day Quilt/Postcard, 11/21/2022, $50, 10 am - 4 pm at Celtic Quilter
Timna Tarr, Timna Tarr Website
Workshop Description: Mini Maps: Postcards. In this three-hour workshop participants learn to make a map postcard. Bring in a postcard-size paper map of a special pace and your favorite fabrics. Beware: these mini maps are addictive!
Cracked Boxes Wall Hanging, 3/20/2023, $50, 10 am - 4 pm at Mangelsens
Ilene Bartos, Ilene Bartos Designs
Workshop Description: The class focuses on choosing color combinations and easy sewing techniques to make this project. Fun for all quilters, and the top can mostly be completed in the class.
Delightful Seasons Wool Applique Techniques, 4/17/2023, $50, 10 am - 4 pm at Fabric Bash
Deanne Eisenman, Deanne Eisenmann Website
Workshop Description: The main focus of this workshop are the tips and techniques of wool appliqué on a fabric background. This includes preparing the wool appliqué pieces and stitch demonstration.