Quilters Choice with Dona McKenzie

Jump into the exciting world of quilting with the choice of two offerings that are guaranteed to improve your skills. We will cover the basics of measuring and cutting fabric the quilters’ way and talk about quilters’ tools and essentials. You will learn about hue, value and tone. This class is perfect for the intermediate beginner who already has basic experience and competency with a sewing machine. Some experience with hand sewing is ideal, but not necessary. The first project is the beautiful Ombre Square, contructed with Jennifer Sampou’s Sky fabric collection. The finished piece can be used as a wall hanging or a pillow case.Choose from three potential palettes:Dawn, Ocean or Fog (see images attached). The second potential project you can choose is the Quilted Pillow. Embark on your quilting journey by mastering the Half Square Triangle, one of the essential quilt blocks. Students will learn precision cutting and piecing and how to create slightly oversized blocks and trim down t