Finishing School
Finishing School: How to Finish Your Quilt with Confidence!
Every quilt maker should know how to complete their own quilt from start to finish—and this 3 session class will give you the skills to do just that!
In this essential three-lesson course, you’ll learn the foundational techniques that bring your quilt to life:
Lesson 1: Building the Quilt Sandwich
Learn how to layer your quilt top, batting, and backing with precision to create a smooth, secure foundation for quilting.
Lesson 2: Quilting with a Walking Foot
Discover how to quilt your piece using a walking foot on your regular sewing machine—no long-arm required! You'll practice stitching in the ditch and simple straight-line quilting techniques.
Lesson 3: Beautiful Binding Basics
Wrap it up with confidence! You'll learn how to cut, make, and attach your binding for a clean, professional finish.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this class is your step-by-step guide to finishing your quilts with pride.
Bring your own quilt top or start a new one—by the end of class, you’ll be ready to call it finished!
Required Materials
Throw Size or Smaller Quilt Top
Quilter’s Dream Blend batting
Backing and Binding Fabric
Long Hand Sewing Needle
Sewing Machine
Walking Foot
Thread for Machine Quilting (Aurifil)
Quilting Gloves
Rotary Cutter
24.5" Ruler
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | Anyone who has made a quilt top has the skills for this class! |
| Instructor: | ELISABETH KINSEY |
| Instructor Bio: | Elisabeth has been teaching classes at Block Therapy since 2019. She has been sewing since she was a child and fell in love with quilt making about 15 years ago. She combines her love of teaching (29 years as an English teacher) with her love of creating with fabric in her fun and informative classes. She is always available to get your questions answered well beyond the class. |
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