Difficulty Rating: Beginner with some skills such as rotary cutting

Teacher:
Colleen Wise
253-845-1510
www.colleenwise.com

Brief Description of Class:
Vertical and horizontal ribbons of color appear to weave under and over against a dark background. Strip piecing makes this quilt fast and fun.

Value is very important in this class to make the illusion of weaving appear. Five fabrics are needed of each color, ranging from light to very dark. The dark should be very dark, almost black. Students should bring their fabrics to class before cutting strips. The teacher will bring both good and bad examples to be shown in class!

Yardage Requirements:

• 1/4 yard each of five values of two colors, light to very dark (almost black works best); a total of 10 different fabrics, 2-1/2 yards total.
• OR, if more than two colors are desired, choose a gradation of five values of each color (light to very dark). Total yardage should be 2-1/2 yards (for example, if four colors are wanted, 1/8 yard of each fabric).
• 2 yards background and border fabric.

• Rotary cutter, mat, and 6" x 24" ruler
• Sewing machine
• Sewing basket supplies
• Something to use as a design wall - I recommend a cheap flannel-backed vinyl tablecloth, available at Wal-Mart or Target.

• 4" or 6" square ruler
• Reducing lens, door peephole, or binoculars for viewing design