Inspired by Seminole Patchwork

 

Learn a fast and easy method to design for your quilts using strip piecing inspired by Seminole Patchwork. Laura will show you how to work directly with your fabrics for the design process so you can be sure ideas in your sketchbook pages will translate well to your quilts.

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Approximate run time: 31 minutes

Presenter: Laura Kemshall

Learn a fast and easy method to design for your quilts using strip piecing inspired by Seminole Patchwork. Laura will show you how to work directly with your fabrics for the design process so you can be sure ideas in your sketchbook pages will translate well to your quilts.
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To join in with Laura you will need:

Some strips of fabric
Sewing machine and basic sewing kit to include rotary cutter, ruler and mat
Photocopier or scanner/printer
Sketchbook and glue

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