Libby Lehman Quilts

	Libby Lehman Quilts

Classes Lectures Schedule Fee Info Quilts for Sale Quilt Gallery About Libby Libby's Blog Home	CLASSES 3-HOUR CLASSES (only supplies are pen and paper) Sheer Ribbon Illusions [Details] Libby shows how she creates her beautiful and unique Sheer Ribbon illusion quilts. Bobbin Drawing & Couching [Details] Learn how to use heavy threads and trims to enhance your work. Libby will demonstrate and show slides of a variety of techniques. Shapes: Simple to Spectacular [Details] You can do all kinds of wonderful things using three basic shapes: squares, triangles and circles. You won't believe the results! 5-6 HOUR CLASSES (5 hr. classes are for Bernina shops, 6 hr for conferences) Threadplay I: the Basics [Details] Learn the basics and tricks of machine embroidery to create special effects on your quilts or wearables.Techniques covered: sheer ribbon illusions, thread painting, and potluck applique. Threadplay II: Prima Donnas [Details] Learn how to use problem threads, shifty fabrics, and unusual notions to your advantage.Techniques covered: working with sheer fabrics, bobbin drawing, spray adhesives, couching, free-motion quilting, and binding. Bring on the Bobbin [Details] Use topsy-turvy bobbin drawing to make a small but bold and graphic wall quilt. Requires a sewing machine with a removable and adjustable bobbin. Super Machine Stitching [Details] Explore all the possibilities and variations of machine stitching. Class will cover anchoring, satin stitching, combining stitches, using a double needle and free-motion stitching. New! TWO FOR ONE THREADPLAY [Details] Bring two fat quarters (or equivalent scraps), decorative threads, and trims and go home with at least two terrific small scale quilts. Spend a fun day doodling, cutting, fusing and stitching. You’ll amaze yourself and learn a lot, too! TWO-DAY CLASSES (5-6 HRS PER DAY) (All classes require zigzag sewing machine and some knowledge of machine sewing) Circle This Class [Details] Making this small sampler will have you going in circles with fun and new skills! Learn how to do reverse appliqué, thread painting, satin stitching, decorative stitching, couching and free motion quilting. You’ll be an expert in no time! Threadplay Sampler [Details] Learn a multitude of machine techniques while you make a beautiful sampler wall quilt. Techniques include easy chain piecing, crazy strips, mitering borders, reverse and top appliqué, thread painting, bobbin drawing and bobbin quilting, decorative and satin stitching, free-motion quilting, binding and couching. Whew! 3 ï¿½ 5 DAY CLASSES (5-6 HRS PER DAY) (All classes require a zigzag sewing machine and some knowledge of machine sewing) Extended Threadplay [Details] Class is designed for students who want to go beyond tradition and try something new.We will cover innovative ways to come up with ideas, different methods of design, alternate construction techniques, and fun ways to embellish and personalize your quilts. Class time will include group demos as well as individual instruction and critiques. Intermediate to advanced students. Independent Study [Details] This workshop is for self-directed students who want to work freely in a creative environment without the constraints of a curriculum.Libby will provide consultation and help as requested by participants. Contact Libby at: threadplay@gmail.com 7618 E Jordan Cove Houston, TX 77055-5053 713-688-7681
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