Christmas Sampler Quilt

Christmas Quilt Requirements

Fabric requirements

This quilt is themed for Christmas, so the colour range is usually centred around red and green. We start with the lettering, so some Christmassy fabrics are a good idea to start off with, and a few plainer colours. Look for fabrics with some visual texture, rather than flat colour – so with a small pattern or smudgy effect.

You will no doubt add to your fabrics as you go along, so start with a few fat quarters. Later you will add ribbon and decorative stitching.

You will also need (to start with):

• Thread, we recommend you use a mid-grey (shadow coloured) thread. You will also need coloured threads for the appliqué. Click here to view our range of Gutermann Natural Cotton
• 5m of Bondaweb or another fusible webbing
• Stitch and Tear or another appliqué stabiliser

Patterns and templates for individual blocks are provided by the tutor.

As your quilt progresses, you will also need:

• Wadding
• Binding
• Backing fabric

Each quilt will have its own individual requirements, which the tutor will advise you on as your quilt progresses.

And don't forget your basic sewing equipment, to include:

• Rotary cutter and a sharp blade
• Quilting rulers, ideally one 6½” x 24” and a square ruler 6½” or 8½”
• Cutting mat (we do have a small amount number of mats to for you to use but bringing your own may save you waiting)
• Scissors
• Stitch unpicker
• Pins
• Pencil
• Fabric marker (water soluble or Frixion pen)
• Pre-wound bobbin (white)

Husqvarna owners may also wish to bring the following:

• Green bobbin (these can be purchased individually in the shop)
• 1/4” piecing foot
• Open toe appliqué foot
• Walking foot
• Free motion spring foot

All of the above items can be purchased from Coles Sewing Centre with a 10% discount in the shop for class attendees!