CLASS0004: Heat-Set Technique: Bird or Flower with Grace Errea (MV)

In this class you will learn a new collage technique using templates. You will use nothing else once you try it--it is easy, foolproof, and the results are always amazing! It produces a no fray raw edge appliqué. In this bird class, you will learn two new techniques: First, the "Heat Set," which will be used for most of the shapes in the bird. Second, you will also learn Grace's "Free Edge" technique, that will be used to create realistic feathers that are unattached and free, giving a free-flowing real bird appearance. Grace will demonstrate and you will practice on a small bird or flower pattern. The pattern is generic and updatable, so you can actually make your own favorite bird or flower in any color. Come learn and practice this technique with the inventor, developer, and teacher of this revolutionary appliqué technique.
Class date & time: Saturday, November 9, 2024, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Class fee: $45 + $35 required kit fee
Kit includes: Pattern used in class, products used in the technique, pins used in the technique, dispensing bottle with flip top, value matching tool.
Skill level: All levels welcome
Required supplies (to be supplied by student):
- Fabrics to bring: An assortment of fabric scraps in many values, from lightest lights to darkest darks. Fabrics can be any size from palm-sized pieces to quarter yards, fat quarters, or fat eighths. (Note: Background fabric not required for class.)
- 1-1/4" thick insulation board, 20" x 20" or larger (purchase at any hardware store OR a "Cushioned Quilters Square and Blocker" will also work)
- InsulBright the same size as your insulation board (optional)
- Soft 1/4"-wide brush
- Black fine point Sharpie (not Extra Fine)
- Ballpoint Pen
- Pencils - 1 red erasable and 1 regular black pencil
- Eraser
- Non-stick Teflon pressing cloth for appliqué (the larger the better!)
- Fabric and paper scissors
- 18" wide freezer paper
- Vinyl (2 mil) - also known as painter's drop cloth (purchase at any hardware store)
Note: Sewing machine is not required for this class.
CLASS0004: Heat-Set Technique: Bird or Flower with Grace Errea (MV)
Does not include required kit or supplies