Quilting for Kids – Intensive Learning @ MFS

Piece Makers

March 27, 2015March 27, 2015Quilting

After a busy day yesterday at the long-arm quilting machines at Olde City Quilts in Burlington, the quilters spent this morning hand-sewing the bindings on their creations. Fortunately, kindergartners came by to try out the quilts, to make sure they really work. I’ve rarely seen so many smiles in one place. Enjoy the photos!...

Beautiful Quilts

March 24, 2015March 24, 2015Quilting

So today, most of us finished our quilts. They’re coming out pretty nice, especially Kasper’s and Libby’s. They made their quilt with a diagonal pattern so it looks even more beautiful!!! Also I finished my quilt. I made sure I didn’t use a pattern more than once, so my quilt is very unique. But...

Stitch in Time

March 23, 2015March 24, 2015Quilting

Monday morning and we are picking up where we left off. Quilts are beginning to take shape! These guys are going to be experts before the week’s end....

Quilting: Learning the basics and fondue!

March 20, 2015March 20, 2015Quilting

Today we started by learning the basics of sewing. Some of us made pillows while other kids made laptop cases. A couple of people finished before and started working and putting our skills to the test by starting to make a larger quilt for donation. We also made chocolate fondue and we brought things...

What’s coming in Quilting

March 10, 2015March 10, 2015Quilting

Hello! I am in the middle of making plans for Intensive Learning. To make the week a little special, I would like to do two things, if you guys think it would be fun. 1. Have each of you bring in a snack for one of the days so we can fortify ourselves as...