Beginner's Patchwork & Quilting

Beginner Piecing Project Class
Saturday, March 21st, 2026, 9:30 am until 3 pm

We continue where Novice Piecing class left off, or if you need a refresher course, this class is for you.  We are well on our way to making your first quilt project practicing accurate cutting, sewing, and pressing techniques.  You will be getting guidance on techniques for finishing your quilt top up to the borders.  Most people will not complete the project during class time but will continue to work at home.  You will have the instructor’s email if you need assistance.  Sign up for Beginner’s Borders batting and basting class, offered at a later date.  Ask for a supply list when registering for this class.  Allow an hour to pick out fabrics & supplies.  

Supplies needed:

Make Your First Quilt with Alex Anderson, available at Gruber’s Quilt Shop in the book department

Fabric according to the fabric requirements on page 30 (may have changed in the new editions) from Make Your First Quilt with Alex Anderson

OR

     if finding 5 fabrics is frustrating, choose ½ yd each of 3 coordinating 100% cotton fabrics, or ask for 

        help.  Plus purchase the fabric requirements for inner and outer borders according to fabric 

        requirements on page 22 from Make Your First Quilt with Alex Anderson 

1 spool Neutral color 100% cotton thread

Sewing machine in good working condition, foot control, extra bobbins, size 12/80 Universal needles, and sewing machine owner’s manual

6” or 6 ½” x 24 acrylic ruler

18” x 22” rotary cutting mat

45 mm rotary cutter with new blade

Scissors or thread cutter

Seam ripper

Stick pins and medium size safety pins

Paper and pen for notes

Extension cords, iron, and ironing boards are provided for in-class use.

No need to prewash or precut fabric before class.  We will talk about all that first at the class.