Beginners Quilting at Abakhan Shrewsbury

Beginners Quilting Class: Learn to Quilt with Confidence

Have you been dabbling in patchwork and are now ready to take the next step? Or are you curious about quilting as a creative craft in its own right? This class is the perfect introduction to the basics of quilting, whether or not you’ve done patchwork before.

During the session, you’ll:

• Explore the three main types of quilting: hand quilting, machine quilting, and free motion quilting
• Learn about different types of wadding and backing, and how each affects the final look and feel of your project
• Try out different quilting styles and techniques in a relaxed, hands-on environment
• Discover that quilting doesn’t require patchwork—it’s a technique that can stand alone!

To put your new skills into practice, you’ll finish the day by making a quilt-as-you-go table mat—a great project to reinforce what you’ve learned and take home a completed piece.

Whether you’re looking to build on your patchwork skills or simply start something new, this class will give you a strong foundation in quilting and the confidence to keep going.

Skill level : Basic sewing machine skills required.

What to bring:

• 4 co-ordinating Fat Quarters or 4 x 30cm of Craft Cotton
• 30cm of Wadding/Batting
• Matching Thread

Janome sewing machines will be provided on the day along with a hot drink. You will also receive a 10% discount card to use in-store.

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Tutor : Sheila Jones

I am passionate about sewing and crafting.

I have been involved with sewing and dressmaking for all of my working life and nothing gives me greater pleasure than passing on my knowledge to people who want to learn to sew. I enjoy sewing, dressmaking, all types of craft and especially machine embroidery.

I have been working at the Abakhan store in Shrewsbury since it opened its doors in 2018.