Quilting 101 with Kathy Trupiano

Dates: Saturdays, Apr. 25, May 2, and May 16

Time: 10am-2pm

Ages/levels: 16+, all levels

Cost: $185 members, $195 non-members

Looking for a beginner class in quilting or just need a quick refresher? Join us for a 3-day workshop series on the basics of quilting.  We will cover fabric selection, tools, cutting and piecing blocks, quilting and binding.  All materials will be provided.

Project: Tablerunner

We have 8 sewing machines available for use during the class, offered on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve a machine upon registering for the class, please email Julia: julia@schweinfurthartcenter.org. Participants are also welcome to bring their own sewing machines.

Kathy Trupiano learned to sew at an early age but her passion for sewing came later in life.  Her mother taught her to be a “functional sewist”, understanding basic sewing concepts and how to read a pattern.  As Kathy got older she was introduced to quilting and immediately was hooked.  Quilting is like a puzzle and there is nothing more satisfying than fitting all those pieces together.  As Kathy’s quilting journey progressed, she discovered that one does not have to follow the rules.  Being able to use her imagination inspired her to create something unique.  She found that she liked sharing her successes and failures, Kathy started her own business of commission quilting and long arming.  She began teaching all age levels the fundamentals but along the way encouraged them to go outside the box. There is excitement in pushing the boundaries to discover your own creative spirit.