In this class you will learn several ways to add interest and texture to your next quilting project by creating 3 dimensional quilts.
Join instructor Ashley Hough as she explains and demonstrates the two main ways you can create a 3D quilt – by creating an optical illusion or by folding and creating an actual 3D element. Ashley will show you how to stitch two optical illusion quilts; a tumbling blocks pattern and a shaded squares pattern.
While constructing both of these quilts Ashley will go over the following details:
Tips for fabric selection
Understand how different colors and shades can change the look of the block
Learn how to mark your fabric for perfect cutting and piecing
Learn how to sew a y-seam
Ashley will also demonstrate how to create two folded 3D blocks; a pinwheel and a flower. You will learn how to create multiple color variations on a 3D pinwheel and learn how to fold and stitch an intricate looking flower in multiple sizes.
Once your blocks and quilts are stitched you will learn about quilting them. Ashley explains how to approach quilting optical illusion blocks in ways that won’t distort or take away from the designs.
In addition Ashley will discuss hand quilting including what tools and needed as well as demonstrate the basic hand quilting stitch. You will also receive a class resource with 4 patterns you can use for your next project!
Class Sessions
Session 1: Class Overview and Supplies Needed
6:07
In this session you will get a brief overview of everything you will learn in the class as well as get an idea of what supplies are needed. Ashley will explain the tools and supplies that are must-haves as well as show several optional tools that can help make things easier.
Session 2: Tumbling Blocks Quilt Pattern
22:55
In this session you will learn how to construct a tumbling blocks quilt pattern. Ashley will show you how to use your template or rulers to mark your fabric and then demonstrate how to sew a y-seam in order to create the block.
Session 3: Shaded Squares Quilt Pattern
14:22
In this session Ashley will show you how to sew a shaded squares quilt block in multiple sizes. You will also get a fun tip for how to create an easy shaded look with only having to buy one fabric.
Session 4: 3D Pinwheel Block
20:24
In this session Ashley demonstrates how to fold and sew a 3 dimensional pinwheel block. You will learn how to make the block in multiple color variations and get tips for easily stitching through the multiple layers of fabric.
Session 5: 3D Flower Block
9:05
In this session you will learn how to fold and sew an intricate looking flower block. Ashley demonstrates the folding, pressing and sewing on a large scale and then shows how to make multiple sizes and incorporate them into one design.
Session 6: Machine Quilting Tips
16:04
In this session you will learn tips on how to machine quilt the optical illusion blocks in ways that add to the design rather than detract. Ashley demonstrates how stitching in certain directions can make the quilt no longer look 3 dimensional.
Session 7: How to Hand Quilt
11:27
In this session Ashley takes you through how to hand quilt the 3 dimensional pinwheel and flower quilt blocks. She shows you what materials and tools are needed and demonstrates how to do a basic hand quilting stitch.
Meet Your Instructor
2:50
Learn more about your instructor, Ashley Hough.
Your Instructor
Ashley Hough
Ashley Hough is a quilt designer, pattern maker, instructor, and lover of all things quilting. After learning to sew at the young age of 6 years old, she later discovered the joy of quilting and has grown her skills over the past 15 years. "I love quilting because I love the design process—being able to start with a blank page and essentially create whatever I want." Ashley's designs and patterns have been published in a variety of magazines and her work can be found on National Quilters Circle.
Bonus Material
Class Resource PDF
Download this PDF for detailed patterns to add dimension to your next project.
Bonus Materials available for download after purchase.
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