Showing posts with label Anne Dawson. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Anne Dawson. Show all posts

Thursday, January 26, 2017

1876 in January 2017





We'll be talking 1876 on Monday January 30th - have you been thinking about this quilt?  Hopefully it hasn't been keeping you up nights...or at least not yet!  This project has been known to take on a life of it's own, and we're sharing a few comments from some of the current students, who are nearing completion of their versions of the 1876 quilt.

"This is the most amazing quilt - not only is it historic and gorgeous, but you will learn everything there is to know about quilting in the process.  I have so appreciated Anne's skill as a knowledgeable, friendly and fun teacher!"  Shiela B.

"Anne's 1876 quilt class has taught me so many quilting skills.  She used a variety of techniques with tips that challenged this 40 year quilter in new ways.  Anne's endless abilities are incredibly helpful and she is incredibly motivated to give personal assistance.  I highly recommend this challenge if you are interested in improving your piecing skills.  The camaraderie that has evolved from our cohort class experience has been treasured."  Laurie L.

"When I joined Anne and our original 1876 quilt group I barley knew how to sew, much less piece together a quilt.  I didn't even know what WOF meant!  Now, nearing completion of an incredible quilt top, I can say that I am a confident sewer, able to tackle most any quilting challenge.  Anne's guidance and support during this journey has been incredible.  The teaching materials and lessons she developed are superb; even as a novice, I have been able to understand and follow all cutting and piecing instructions with absolutely no difficulty.  I cannot recommend more highly the opportunity to work and study with Anne as she puts together another group who will learn how to recreate the spectacular 1876 quilt."  Carol S.

If you think this project is for you - please give us a call or email and we'll get you all the details for Monday's informational meeting!  Distance learning is an option so please consider joining the project even if you're not close enough to make the classes regularly.





Sunday, January 15, 2017

1876 Centennial Quilt Project


1876 Centennial Quilt Project

with Anne Dawson


We are so excited to be able to share this project with you in 2017 - This is a spectacular quilt that has been revealed for our study and Anne has diligently drafted the patterns so you can recreate these blocks in your chosen style.  This is a sampler quilt with 81 blocks and border combinations that cover a wide range of construction techniques and options for piecing methods with lots of learning possibilities!  The original quilt features some amazing fabrics with thoughtful use of stripes and bold patterns but there are some versions under construction with the current group of students featuring contemporary fabrics (Kaffe, batiks, taupes, etc.) so there are lots of ways to re-envision the past!

The project will start in March and run for 14 months with 6-8 block patterns distributed each month.  The monthly class will include instruction and analysis of the blocks as well as sewing time and individual consultations.  Multiple construction methods and detailed block instructions are included.  The class fee will be $50.00 per session, for 14 months.  Actual class dates to be determined at registration and Anne is well-prepared for distance learners with detailed pattern instructions, video tutorials and options for online participation.  So if you're not close by, but want to tackle this amazing quilt we can make it happen!  

There will be an informational meeting on January 30th, if you're interested in the project - give us a call or stop by to learn more about the quilt and get some details on the meeting!!  

The blocks shown below are a few from my WIP 1876 quilt featuring fabrics from the shop and my stash!   






Please stop by soon if you'd like to see a photo of the original quilt, or have any questions about the project.  If you are thinking this might be the significant quilt you've been looking for to enhance your skills and bring some focus to your quilting life please sign up to attend the informational meeting on January 30th!