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      <title>Advanced Ruler Work for Quilting</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Sue Nickels</author>
      <description><![CDATA[The beauty of a meticulously-crafted wholecloth quilt is impossible to understate and can seem intimidating to the uninitiated. Quilter and author Sue Nickels demystifies the process by breaking it down into manageable steps. &nbsp;First plan out your design by dividing your quilt into segments, and carefully mark from the center out. Then, trace ruler shapes for precisely rendered designs. Finally, explore feathers and fillers as a finishing touch, resulting in a miniature heirloom piece.&nbsp;]]></description>
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      <title>Patchwork Landscape Wall Hanging</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/patchwork-landscape-wall-hanging</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Leslie Schucker</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Capture the beauty of a mountain landscape in a quilted, geometric wall hanging that bursts with color. Quilt instructor and life-long textile lover Leslie Shucker serves as your gentle guide as you craft a wall hanging of your own. Learn how to cut out fabric shapes using an EZ Quilting template, assemble and sew the patchwork landscape, then lightly quilt all the layers together. Switch the color palette to cooler tones for a moonlit night scene, or go neutral or monochrome to suit your own color mood. Leslie&#39;s design includes a hanging tube for a wooden dowel so that you can display your masterpiece for all to enjoy.]]></description>
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      <title>Ruler Work for Quilting - Ovals and Circles</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
      <author>Sue Nickels</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Get ready to dive deep into circular motifs with expert ruler work quilter, Sue Nickels. You&rsquo;ll begin by learning how to create a design plan, and then use circular and oval rulers to create satisfyingly precise quilted curves. Sue&rsquo;s clear and enthusiastic instruction will give you the tips and encouragement you need to be successful on your home machine. Note that this intermediate-level class is ideal for students with some free-motion quilting experience.]]></description>
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      <title>Ruler Work for Quilting</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
      <author>Sue Nickels</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn the basics of free motion quilting and ruler work on your home sewing machine with expert quilter and author, Sue Nickels. To get started, you&rsquo;ll learn how to use rulers to create straight lines, half circles for clamshells, and pumpkin seed designs with simple arcs to plan and stitch your quilt. This class is chock full of techniques, so get ready to learn something new and exciting in the world of quilting.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;]]></description>
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      <title>Sew a Zigzag Foldover Clutch</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/sew-a-zigzag-foldover-clutch</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
      <author>Ashley Nickels</author>
      <description><![CDATA[This foldover clutch is the perfect mash-up of quilting and sewing techniques. Ashley Nickels shows you how to piece the zigzag patchwork for the exterior of the bag, create an interior pocket and lining, and finish it off with a zipper. Best of all, this clutch does not require a pattern and is a great project for beginning sewers and quilters alike.&nbsp;]]></description>
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      <title>Watercolor Quilting</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/watercolor-quilting</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Ashley Nickels</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Watercolor quilting is a fun and colorful way to introduce yourself to free-motion quilting. By painting your own design on the fabric, you create a &ldquo;coloring book&rdquo; in which to practice and play. Inspired by the loose style of watercolor painting, Ashley Nickels shares her original technique for painting on fabric with fabric dye, and then outlining the brush strokes with contrasting stitches. This meditative technique allows you the freedom to follow the pre-painted design, or create new patterns and shapes as you go.<br />
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      <title>Free-Motion Quilting</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/free-motion-quilting</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Sue Nickels</author>
      <description><![CDATA[See how expert quilter, Sue Nickels, transforms a traditional Amish quilt top in this three-part free-motion quilting course. Not only will you learn how to design your own quilting patterns, but also how to create templates, trace patterns, and transfer designs to your quilt.. Along the way, you&rsquo;ll learn a wealth of free-motion quilting wisdom. Whether you&rsquo;re a seasoned quilter or brand new to machine quilting, you are sure to find this course filled with helpful instruction and inspiration.]]></description>
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      <title>Free-Motion Quilting</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/free-motion-quilting</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Sue Nickels</author>
      <description><![CDATA[See how expert quilter, Sue Nickels, transforms a traditional Amish quilt top in this three-part free-motion quilting course. Not only will you learn how to design your own quilting patterns, but also how to create templates, trace patterns, and transfer designs to your quilt.. Along the way, you&rsquo;ll learn a wealth of free-motion quilting wisdom. Whether you&rsquo;re a seasoned quilter or brand new to machine quilting, you are sure to find this course filled with helpful instruction and inspiration.]]></description>
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      <title>Free-Motion Quilting</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/free-motion-quilting</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Sue Nickels</author>
      <description><![CDATA[See how expert quilter, Sue Nickels, transforms a traditional Amish quilt top in this three-part free-motion quilting course. Not only will you learn how to design your own quilting patterns, but also how to create templates, trace patterns, and transfer designs to your quilt.. Along the way, you&rsquo;ll learn a wealth of free-motion quilting wisdom. Whether you&rsquo;re a seasoned quilter or brand new to machine quilting, you are sure to find this course filled with helpful instruction and inspiration.]]></description>
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      <title>Hand-Stitched Appliqué Quilts</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/hand-stitched-applique-quilt-tops</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
      <author>Carolyn Friedlander</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Return to slow, thoughtful hand stitching with this pretty skill-building class by Carolyn Friedlander. With a nod to the symmetry and style of Hawaiian quilting, you will create your appliqu&eacute;&nbsp;piece like a paper snowflake and arrange it on your fabric background. Carolyn teaches you how to baste your appliqu&eacute;&nbsp;piece by hand, how to stitch inside and outside curves and points, and how to efficiently remove basting stitches.&nbsp;This technique is perfect for making individual blocks or larger designs for show-stopping quilts.<br />
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      <title>Mod Corsage Quilts with Anna Maria Horner</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/mod-corsage-quilts-with-anna-maria-horner</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
      <author>Anna Maria Horner</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn how to combine existing patchwork pieces and fussy cut floral fabrics to create stunning floral bouquet blocks. Inspired by 17th century <em>Broderie Perse</em> (Persian embroidery) quilting, Anna Maria Horner shows you how to create a modern interpretation of a &quot;trompe l&#39;oeil&quot; bouquet using improvisational patchwork and applique. The architectural line work of this modern block is softened by the organic floral motifs, giving it a balanced and fresh look. &ldquo;Mod Corsage&rdquo; is perfect for anyone with patchwork experience who is looking to experiment with composition and color.<br />
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      <title>Creating Color Palettes with Anna Maria Horner</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/creating-color-palettes-with-anna-maria-horner</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Anna Maria Horner</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Anna Maria Horner is a master with color. In this class, she shows you how to switch up traditional color conventions in order to develop your own stunning palettes. Beginning with a traditional color wheel, Anna demonstrates how each color interacts with one another depending on its position in the wheel. Then, using paint chips, she walks you through a color swap exercise where you will learn how to mix and match hues. Anna explains how to apply this information to printed fabrics, demonstrating how scale and proportion can be used to create new and interesting patchwork combinations. This class is ideal for anyone who wants to understand how to work intuitively with color and print.]]></description>
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      <title>Improvisational Patchwork: Pineapple Quilt Blocks</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/improvisational-patchwork-pineapple-quilt-blocks</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Heather Jones</author>
      <description><![CDATA[A Pineapple block traditionally features strips of patchwork that radiate out from a center point, creating a beautiful design full of energy and movement. While it&rsquo;s typically important to cut precisely and match your points perfectly, modern quilter Heather Jones teaches a method for piecing this block without measuring or matching, resulting in a loose, contemporary version of the original. This class is a fun way to create blocks quickly using leftover scraps of fabric, and it&rsquo;s perfect for anyone who wants to practice improvisational quilting techniques and play with color.]]></description>
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      <title>Improvisational Patchwork for Beginners</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/improvisational-patchwork-for-beginners</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Heather Jones</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Learning how to improvise block construction is a cornerstone of modern quilting. Heather Jones teaches three ways to experiment with improvisational piecing: with a log-cabin block, a stacked-coin block, and with a wonky cross block. This method of creating patchwork is perfect for mixing colorful fabric scraps, allowing you to forget about perfect measurements and straight lines, and learn to play with your creative intuition. At the end, you&rsquo;ll understand how to combine blocks to produce one-of-a-kind, organic quilts &ndash; no &ldquo;pattern&rdquo; required.]]></description>
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      <title>Color Theory for Modern Quilters</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/color-theory-for-modern-quilters</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
      <author>Heather Jones</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn how to build a color story for your next patchwork project with modern quilter, Heather Jones. This course begins with a basic overview of the color wheel and how quilter&rsquo;s can use it to understand the interaction of colors in patchwork&ndash; a particularly helpful skill when you&rsquo;re trying to pair prints with solids. Heather also teaches fun exercises for getting outside of your comfort zone, and suggests fascinating sources for further research.]]></description>
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      <title>Learn Raw Edge Appliqué Quilting</title>
      <link>http://www.creativebug.com/classseries/single/learn-raw-edge-applique-quilting</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Sue Nickels</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn all about raw edge machine appliqu&eacute; with quilting expert, Sue Nickels. In this class, Sue shares her signature technique for assembling a vibrant, floral appliqu&eacute; quilt top. Each piece of appliqu&eacute; uses just a bit of fusible web to keep it in place, and is then secured permanently with machine blanket stitching. You will learn how to stitch inner and outer points as well as curves and circles, complex units, and bias stems. This class will teach you everything you need to know to work any machine-appliqu&eacute; pattern, large or small.]]></description>
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