Not Your Grandmother’s Flower Garden – An Introduction to Modern Traditionalism
April 4 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Description
Take your quilts to the next level with this modern traditionalism faux English Paper Pieced (EPP) hexi. What is modern traditionalism? Modern Traditionalism is the use of an identifiable traditional block, modernized in some way, using design techniques like colour, scale, symmetry, and grid placement.
The faux EPP hexies are stitched onto a traditional 4-patch block in modern low-volume prints. The result is a quilt top featuring traditional blocks, stitched in a modern way, with modern and traditional fabrics on a four-patch grid. This quilt is also scrap-friendly.
What You Will Learn
In this class, you will learn:
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- Blind machine applique – type of stitch, thread and needles.
- Innovative ways to use preprinted fusible interfacing.
- Aligning different block components to make symmetrical, as well as asymmetrical, designs and layouts.
- Quilting options and designs will be discussed.
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Class Details
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- Dates & Time:
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- Date:
- March, 28th, 2026 – 1/3
- April, 4th, 2026 – 2/3 (**Class Time has changed)
- April, 11th, 2026 – 3/3
- Time:
- @1:00pm-3:30pm
- @9:30am-12:00pm on Apr. 4th
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- Location:
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- Maker Savvy Classroom
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- Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Instructor:
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- Maker Savvy Team Member Julie.
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- Dates & Time:
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Special Information & Preparation
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- Workshop printed instructions and classroom instructions included
- Low-volume fabric kits will be available for purchase
