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Sew Fun - Quilting Bee
Phyllis Prestamo
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(50)
This 16-session class shares my love of quilting with students through the construction of quilt blocks and the history behind the use of quilts in our culture.
Class experience
Quilting was brought to America by the many immigrants who came to these shores. Originally quilts served a purpose; providing warmth, and covering doors and windows, but through the centuries, quilt making has developed from a functional craft into a fine art. Students in this weekly class will explore quilting and the history of the art. Students will learn how to construct foundation block pieces, one block- at-a-time while learning about the mathematics of construction and design...
Mrs. P is a certified elementary school teacher with over 30 years experience working with students. She has been creating and sewing since she was 8 years old and uses a experiential, hands-on approach to teaching.
Homework Offered
Time out of class will be necessary to work on quilt blocks and quilt projects.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
A detailed supply list will be available to all enrolled students before their first meeting. Weekly supplies will be available 1-week prior to meetings. Some of the supplies needed: A basic sewing machine in good working order Basic sewing notions - needles, thread, fabric, pins, rotary cutter, fabric scissors, fabric markers/chalk, tape measure, quilt ruler
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Students may need assistance with rethreading their sewing machines and should use care with using a rotary cutter. Proper use of the rotary cutter will be discussed.
Phyllis Prestamo
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(50)
Hi, I'm Phyllis Prestamo, Mrs. P, and I am a New Jersey certificated Elementary School teacher and school administrator. Recently retired, after 31 years in education, I have taught preschool, elementary and middle school as well as staff...
Group Class
$200
for 16 classes1x per week, 16 weeks
60 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-9 learners per class
