Quilting for Beginners
In this 8-week course, students will design, measure and cut fabric, sew blocks, sew blocks together, add a backing and batting, quilt, and bind it together!
Stephanie Shaw, She/her
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4.8
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What's included
8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentProjects
1-2 hours per week. Each week, students will be given a step of making a quilt to complete and share. They are invited to share pictures of their projects with me, as well as feedback on how it turned out, what worked well, what they need help with, etc. I also invite parent feedback on student progress!Assessment
I am happy to provide a certificate of completion, a letter, grade, or other form of grade as needed. Please communicate with me prior to the start of the class if you need a grade or specific form of feedback.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Hey everyone! I'm excited to have you in class, and I hope you enjoy quilting with me over the next few weeks! Over the next 8 weeks, we are going to work through the steps of making a quilt together. At the end, you should have your own cozy blanket to be proud of! For the first few weeks, I will demonstrate both hand- and machine-sewing. If your student needs help setting up their machine, please message me. Materials listed below are to make a 7'x9' quilt (large enough to cover a double bed). If you want to make a larger or smaller quilt, adjust the number of blocks you make. The best way to get in touch with me is to send me a message. I aim to respond within 24 hours, although that may be delayed on the weekends occasionally. Each week includes a video (or 2-3) where you can work along with me. I'll walk you through every step, from choosing and cutting your fabric, to assembling squares and rows, to sandwiching, basting, and quilting your quilt!. Of course, if you have questions I don't answer in the video, feel free to message me and/or send pictures so I can help you out. Each week's project will probably take you 1-2 hours to complete, although that time will vary depending on the step you're on and your skill level.
Learning Goals
Students will learn all the steps of quilting.Students will learn sewing basics.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Planning and cutting out patterns
This week, we will be creating cardboard templates to cut our fabric and design different blocks for our quilt so we know what fabric to cut. 20 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Measuring and cutting fabric
This week we are cutting out all the squares we will need for our quilt. 13 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Assembling basic blocks
This week, we are creating blocks that are made of squares all the same size (so four 6" blocks, nine 4" blocks, etc.) 20 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Assembling complex blocks
This week, we will piece some blocks with different sized squares (for example a long rectangle and 2 squares). In total, you will need 63 blocks of fabric (12"x12" each). 16 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Sewing scissors, rotator blades, and sewing machines can be dangerous. Provide supervision as needed.
Supply List
Depending on size, patterns, etc., fabric needs may vary. Students will need about 8 yards of fabric for the front of the quilt (varied patterns/designs), and 8.5 yards for the backing. They will also need about 8 yards of batting (middle layer). Fabric can be second-hand, repurposed, etc. Rotator blade Fabric scissors Ruler/square edge Cutting mat (optional) Pins Needles/threads (matching/coordinating colours or a beige) Sewing machine (optional) Purple elmers glue (optional)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello all! I'm so excited to get to know you and see you in the classroom! I have 7 years of teaching experience and love to teach all ages and subjects. I have my M.Ed in teaching, and most of my teaching experience is in upper elementary and ESL education. Classes I offer include French, writing, life skills, Harry Potter, elementary science and math. If there is a class you're interested in that isn't scheduled, please shoot me a message so we can work something out!
Everything I do in the classroom stems from the belief that every child can learn. I also believe that my job as a teacher is first to keep my students safe (physically, emotionally, etc.), then to help them learn, then to help them have fun. I try to make my classes as fun as possible to keep students engaged because I really believe learning can be enjoyable! Reviews
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