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Borders and Bindings



Okay, so you've finished sewing your quilt top, now what? This class is designed to teach you the next steps in the process by adding borders the right way and binding to complete your quilt. Instructor Diane Fama will show you how to successfully add borders and create and apply binding to your quilt. We will review several different border options and two different binding techniques. Students are encouraged to bring a completed quilt top to discuss how to best finish it. Students should already know how to sew and operate their machines. Labels will also be discussed.

Supply List:
Sewing machine in good working order. Be sure to bring all your feet and machine manual, bobbins, 80/12 size universal needles
extension cord/power strip
UFO quilt top
1.5 yards of Cotton fabric to be used for borders
6 fat quarters of different fabrics for learning binding techniques
2 pieces of batting approximately 16"square
Paper and pen to take notes
1 spool of Thread to match border fabric and 1 spool neutral thread to
Sew with quilt
Walking foot (optional)
1/4" foot
Snips/scissors
Pins
Seam ripper
Rotary cutting tools (mat, cutter, ruler)
Favorite washable marking tool
Skill Level:
beginner
Skill Details:
Beginner
Instructor Name:
Diane
Instructor Bio:
Diane is an accomplished Owner/Operator of Long Arm Quilting Business located in Northern NJ; teacher, trainer and public speaker regarding various creative endeavors. Author of several quilt making books and step by step instructional programs for crafters of all levels. She is a winner of many ribbons at local, national and international quilt shows for her textile creations.

Borders and Bindings

Cost:
$ 40.00