Thursday, May 10, 2007

My handstitching class

I promised to show some photos from my handstitching class. It was the last evening on monday and I think we have some new quilters here. Looks like they got addicted to this hobby.

We have been in the local quiltshop all the time. And it's very inspiring to have classes there between all the beautiful bolts of fabrics, quilts, books and patterns. And we have big tables to baste our quilts on.

Sometimes they have to use the most odd positions to get the basting done. Do you see the cat quilt behind on the wall? That's one of my own patterns.
Only three ladies had completed their samplers. And they are beautiful and well handstitched. I am proud of them. During these eight evenings they have learned everything from drawing patterns, making different blocks, applique, basting and handquilting. Now they have to do the rest at home. To handquilt the whole sampler. In august I start a new class if I get enough participants.

Saying for today:
Sometimes a library of words can't say
what a hug from a friend can.

20 comments:

Dawn's Daily Journal said...

The one thing I miss the most living in South Korea for these two years is being able to go to a quilt class!! I miss the companionship of other ladies in a quilt shop learning something new or ooohing and aaahing over someone else's work. You're a lucky gal!!! Thanks for sharing!!
dawn

QuiltingFitzy said...

It looks like they've been quilting for years! Good job teaching.

Anne Heidi said...

They did wonderful on their samplers, you should be very proud! I don't think you will have any trouble filling a new class in the fall.

Darlene said...

Sharing your talent - their quilts are wonderful. You'll fill a new class, no doubt!

Pam said...

You must be a very good teacher :)) They all did fabulous on their samplers.

The cat pattern on the wall is so cute!! I just love it. You are so talented!

Carolyn said...

They are beautiful! Congratulations on being an excellent teacher!

Libby said...

You must be a marvelous instructor - look at those beautiful quilts. I do love going to quilt class every week - just to be with all the fabrics, patterns and quilters, oh and the quilting, too *s*

atet said...

Your students did lovely work. What a great teacher you must be!

meggie said...

What a lovely teacher you are.
Those students quilts are beautiful. You must feel proud when they do so well.

Julie said...

They all did a great job on their quilts. They look lovely.

Patti said...

The cat quilt pattern is so cute! You are very creative!

Anonymous said...

Book me a place ! (first seat, just in front of you, of course !)...
Lovely samplers ! You can be proud of them, and of yourself !

Biiig hugs !
NADINE

Susan H. said...

You should be very proud of your students. Are you sure they are beginners??? Must be the great teacher they have.

Helen said...

Congratulations on your successful class. I sure hope you get enough students for the next one.

Finn said...

Hi Mae, it looks and sounds as if your class was 100% sucessful!! And what happy looking new quilters.

I used to teach, but do find it very taxing. Maybe having that great place to teach helps keep you and all of them motivated. Keep up the good work! Hugs, Finn who likes you 'wisdom' for the day..hugs from a friend *VBS*

Teodo said...

I would like to have a teacher like you.
These quilts are wonderful.

Nice the saying for a day!

ciao ciao

Wendy said...

The samplers are wonderful, looks like a fun class. I like classes just for being around quilters and fabric.
The cat wall hanging is adorable.

Quilts And Pieces said...

Oh May Britt! They are absolutely wonderful! You did a great job!

Anonymous said...

I wish you gave online classes. Those samplers are beautiful

Silverthimble said...

Your students have done a fabulous job on their quilts!

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