Courses

We offer a wide array of classes to start you on the road to making beautiful wall hangings and quilts. We have a roomy, sunny studio that is suitable for a maximum of four students.

I can arrange to teach classes to suit individuals or groups in my own sunny studio or on-site. Contact me to find out more.

Upcoming Courses & Shows

Sunshine Quilt Show – June 7th – Orillia Quilt Guild
Haliburton School of Art & Design – July 10 to 14 Batik, Rusting & Colour Manipulation
Haliburton School of Art & Design – July 31 to August 4th, 2023 Fibre Art Techniques Haliburton…..
Haliburton School of Art & Design – August 14 to 18 – Quilting Basics – Introduction to Fibre Art (Youth to Adult)
Victoria County tour – September 23-24 & September 30, – October 1, 2023

Here are some of the subjects that I teach:

Free motion Quilting – domestic machine
Free motion art quilting – domestic machine
Thread sketching and painting
rusting
dyeing and painting
batik

fusible web appliqué
design and colour
creative use of stash… Tembo…
Finding your voice
Quilting basics 101
Quilting basics 202
Anatomy and rehab exercises for quilters and other artists.

Course Descriptions

Free Motion Quilting (domestic machine)

Drop those feed dogs, put on your quilting gloves and play. Experience the freedom and joy free motion quilting allows. Learn the basics while having fun and being creative in a supportive studio.

Free Motion Art Quilting (domestic machine)

Release your inner artist by creating your own designs to tell your stories or enhance your pieces. Explore different techniques to transfer your individual motifs on to your fabric.

Thread Sketching and Thread Painting

Play with thread by learning the different stitches, the importance of colour and the use of stabilizers and hoops. Thread sketch a butterfly and dragon fly. A tropical fish, polar bear, wolf or whale come to life with thread painting.

Rusting Material

Create unique, stunning fabric by playing with white cotton, vinegar and rusty objects.
Wrap in plastic, add heat and be surprised how easy and fun this technique is. Principles of design will be discussed.

Dyeing and Painting

Step out of the box and learn how to design your own fabric by using “colour vie.” Play and experiment with endless techniques. Principles of design and colour will be discussed.

Batik

Create unique, bold, stunning fabric by playing with white cotton, wax and dye. Design personal motifs or general patterns.

Fusible Web Appliqué

Learn to machine appliqué using fusible web. Fusible web enhances stability to the appliqué motif and when the edges are reinforced with stitching and a liquid fray preventer the edges will remain clean and not fray. This class will also include free motion exercises.

Design and Colour

Bring an unresolved quilt related project to be developed. Discussion will review basic design principles, colour theory and the creative process. Immerse yourself in productive serious play and critical thinking to create a piece that talks to you.

Class Information

Maximum number of students in a class is four. Each class will be personalized to suit the individual needs of the students with one on one consultation.
One student $100.00 for four hours
Two students. $100.00 each for eight hours
Three students $100.00 each for eight hours
Four students. $100.00 each for eight hours
The studio will provide a safe and supportive environment where students can learn new skills and develop their creative process while having fun. Some courses require a material fee.
Groups are welcome to inquire about classes and I will travel to you to teach.
Fee dependent on location.
You may also choose a class and time that fits your schedule. Payment is due at time of registration. If you cancel anytime up to 14 days prior to course start, you will receive a full refund less a $25.00 administrative fee. If you cancel later than 14 days prior to class start, there is no refund of fees.

To book a class, please call Jan at 705 488 2234 or email bytheriverstudio@icloud.com