We are a patchwork and quilting supplies shop based in Blackhall Mill (about 8 miles outside Newcastle Upon Tyne). Originally established in August 2005 we provide a wide range of quilting and patchwork related goods and services.

Tuesday 10 April 2018

Upcoming classes

Hello,

Here is a list of our upcoming classes.

April

Friday 13th- Free Motion Quilting- 10:15am-2pm £17.
Explore free machine embroidery and quilting in the class. Learn new techniques and build your confidence.
Interfacing and wadding will be provided.

Saturday 14th- Machine Embroidery - 10:15am-12:45pm £15. 
Included in the class is the Sweet Pea design in multi formats and sizes for you to take away. Make a Centre Block in the Embroidery hoop with the option of continuing with the Block of the Month Program and produce a quilt or the block would make a Cushion or Bag front.

Tuesday 17th- Proggy Mat- 10:15am-12:45pm £10. 
Inspired by the Proggy Mats, that were in most homes throughout the North East.
Learn the technique in the class and go on to make your own unique piece.
A fun technique and a great way to use up all those scraps. Hessian will be provided.

Friday 20th- Overlocker class-1:15pm-3:15pm £10. 
The class is ideal if you are a beginner or if you have some experience. Learn the basics and more. The class will explore different techniques a must for anyone who has or thinking about getting an overlocker.

Friday 27th- Get to Know your Sewing Machine- 10:15am-12:45pm £10. 
If you want to get the most out of your machine then this is the perfect class for you. In this session we will be exploring the walking foot. Cost £10.

Saturday 28th- Dressmaking- 10:15am-12:45pm £10. 
Fancy making a Dress, Skirt or PJ's then we have a selection of patterns and Fabrics that you can choose from and throughout the process get help from our expert Dressmaking teacher.

May 

Friday 4th- Let's Make a Bin- 10:15am-12:15pm £12.99. 
Make a Waste Paper Bin that you will not want to hide away. You will be guided during each stage, ensuring a professional finish.
Class includes the Kit to make the bin. Add in fabric from your own stash or purchase Fabric from The Fat Quarters. Cost £12.99

Friday 11th- Uneven 9 patch- 10:15am-2pm £20. 
This effective block is easy to achieve with the Uneven 9 Patch ruler which is included with the class.
Make a cushion, Runner or go onto make a quilt.
Kim will also show you some effective options with the ruler.
Ideal for all abilities.
Cost £20


Workshops

We also have workshops on throughout the week for you if you are working on your own project and would like to get some advice or would just like to chat while sewing. We have the following times available-
Tuesday- 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50
Tuesday- 10:15am-3pm £9.50
Tuesday- 6:30pm-8:30pm £6.50 (next class 17th April, fortnightly class)

Wednesday- 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50

Friday - 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50
Friday- 10:15am-3pm £9.50

Saturday- 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50
Saturday- 10:15am-3pm £9.50.

For more information or to book, call us on 01207 565728 or visit our website.

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/?searchStr=Classes&sub=Go%21


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