I discover the quilt assembly

Do you want to get started with patchwork?
Do you have pieces of fabric, scraps that you would like to repurpose?
Do you do embroidery (classic, sashiko...) that you would like to incorporate into larger projects?
Do you want to create clothing with fabric scraps?

Then why not learn the techniques of patchwork?

We will learn together the right gestures, the proper methods, while explaining the theoretical concepts. 

The prerequisites for this course are knowing how to use a sewing machine and having precision in its use (straight sewing, basic pinning...). 

During these 3 sessions of 2h30 courses, you will learn:

• the specific vocabulary of patchwork
• the history and anatomy of patchwork/quilting
• the basic equipment for patchwork and fabrics
• cutting with a rotary cutter (safely)
• the assembly and ironing technique
• creating your first blocks/assemblies
• assembling your first project

 We will complete together 1 (or several) full project(s) depending on your wishes: a cushion cover that will allow you to discover creating a project from start to finish. 

 The course includes:

• 3 x 2h30 of guided sewing with an experienced instructor
• sewing on quality Janome Sewist 780 electronic machines
• provision of basic materials: scissors, pins, thread…
  
• provision of fabrics for cutting tests and first assemblies
• smiles, kindness, and respect for everyone

The course price does not include:
- fabrics and batting for the final project, which you will choose during the first course according to your preferences. You benefit from a 10% discount on fabric purchases in the shop. 
- cutting equipment such as rotary cutter, ruler, and cutting mat, which you can buy in our kit (see course price with or without kit). If you already have this equipment, please bring it to the course. 

The cutting kit includes: a self-healing cutting mat, a 28mm rotary cutter, a 60cm patchwork ruler, with a retail value of €78 for the complete kit.
Enjoy nearly 25% off your kit by choosing the course + kit option.    

This course may require homework between session 2 and 3 (especially if you decide to make several cushion tops; we will discuss this in the first course)

• Our courses are held in our workshop at: 
  Either in Ixelles:  Avenue de la Couronne, 357 1050 Ixelles
  Or in Woluwe Saint Lambert: Avenue Georges Henri, 328 1200 Woluwe Saint Lambert

  Getting to the Ixelles workshop by public transport:
  

  • Bus 95 (Thys stop) - less than 1 minute walk
  • Bus 71 (Ixelles Cemetery stop) - 5 minutes walk
  • Tram 7 or 25 (Etterbeek station stop) - 5 minutes walk
  • Train (Etterbeek station) - 5 minutes walk
  • Tram 8 (ULB stop) - 15 minutes on foot or transfer to Bus 71 to Ixelles Cemetery
  • Metro 5 (Delta stop) - 15 minutes on foot or transfer to Bus 71 to Ixelles Cemetery

  Getting to the Woluwe workshop by public transport:
  

  • Tram 7 or 25 (George Henri stop) - 4 min walk
  • Metro 1 (Joséphine Charlotte stop) - 9 min walk
  • Metro 1 (Montgomery stop) - 9 min walk
  • Metro 1 or 5 (Mérode stop) - 12 min walk
  • Train (Mérode stop) - 12 min walk
  • Train (Etterbeek station) then take the connection with tram 7 towards Heyzel or tram 25 towards Roger to George Henri stop - 4 min walk
  • Train (Central Station) then take the connection with metro 1 towards Stockel to Joséphine Charlotte stop - 9 mins walk