Mini Art Quilts

Learn a number of different techniques in a day and make a mini ˜Art Quilt” to give these techniques a showcase. Because they are quick to make and economical on fabric you can afford to be more adventurous with colour and the way you combine the different elements. They can be treated as a sketch for larger pieces or as little works of art in their own right. Inspirational samples will be there for you to study on the day and you will be welcome to take photographs.You will learn quick piecing techniques combined with rotary cutting, no template methods of making the basic units which are small scale half square triangles used for blocks and saw tooth sashing, joining strips with curved seams, tilted blocks, wavy borders, prairie points and more. You will gain confidence in handling colour and combining geometric shapes. In addition it’s fun, experimental and will give you ideas to incorporate into larger pieces of work.