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SR001: Split Rail for Beginners



In this class we will get your familiar with your sewing machine and teach some basic terminology that you will need to know as you continue to sew and/or quilt. You will learn the difference between ironing and pressing as well as how to accurately cut strips and square up your blocks. You will also learn how to sew an accurate 1/4" seam which is used on almost any quilt pattern. We will talk about the basic tools needed for beginning quilters and how to use each of them. The Split Rail pattern will be included in the class.

This is an all day class that begins at 9:00 am and ends at 3:30 pm. We will take a half hour lunch break so bring your lunch or run out for a quick bite. We have a refrigerator and microwave if needed. Bottled water will be furnished.

Requirements and Supplies needed:
  • Sewing machine in good working order. (Bring your manual-very important) This is important for your personal sewing machine to be in good working order.
  • One Jelly Roll and thread to match
  • Rotary cutter 45mm or 60mm size
  • Small cutting mat (optional--no larger than 18 x 24 if you have one)
  • A ruler (6 x 24 or 3 x 18 would be fine to start with)
  • A square ruler (9 inch is a good beginner size)
  • 1/4 inch presser foot for your machine (optional-but very nice to have)
  • New size 14 needle
  • Fabric Scissors and small thread trimming scissors 
  • Sewing accessories (pins, marking pens or pencils, seam ripper, etc)
Tables, cutting mats, irons and ironing boards will be provided.

Skill Level:
beginner
Skill Details:
Must have general sewing machine knowledge.
Instructor Bio:
Patty Madson is a longtime quilter and longarmer. She enjoys teaching quilting classes to teens and adults.

SR001: Split Rail for Beginners

Cost:
$ 50.00
Price includes the class, worksheets and Split Rail pattern
SR001:   Sat, Feb 22, 2025 at 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
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There is parking in the back of our building and can be entered from 1st or 2nd street alleys. Look for the deck with white french doors and the quilt square above the doorway. There is limited parking on 2nd Street.  There is no parking directly in front of the store. Thank you, we are worth the parking effort.

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Phone: 1.417-622-0012
Email: thefabricmerchant@yahoo.com
Address: 120 S. Main St.
Joplin, MO  64801
Open: Mon-Sat, 9:00-4:00

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