Create a striking Dresden plate as you discover the fast, accurate way to create sharp corners and pristine points! Expert instructor Jackie Kunkel shows you how, starting with an introduction to the Quiltworx template layout sheets included with the class. Find out how to use these timesaving templates to eliminate piecing math, before diving into must-have methods for quickly cutting various units. Then, paper piece your first unit with step-by-step guidance through aligning your fabric on your paper foundation units and chain piecing each section. Bring your Dresden plate to life as you create striking blades and a block-in-a-block centerpiece motif with your new skills, and follow along with Jackie to stitch your units and join them together with perfect points. Plus, enjoy an inspiring lesson on incorporating Dresden blocks into gorgeous quilts, table runners and more.
Class Sessions
Understanding the Quiltworx.com Technique
23:31
Meet expert quilter Jackie Kunkel as she highlights the essential skills you'll learn to accurately paper piece a beautiful Quiltworx Dresden block. Before you start sewing, see how to properly prepare and organize your paper foundation units and template layout sheets. Plus, Jackie shares her must-have supplies.
Preparing the Fabric
28:26
Prepare your fabric with Jackie's time-saving methods! Get step-by-step instruction on using the template layout sheets to cut out and group each of the different units. Along the way, you'll learn how to use the cutting ruler included with your class materials, and practice freehand cutting curved pieces.
Starting Unit A
27:26
Dive into the paper-piecing process by working on your first unit, a lovely fan-shaped design. Jackie details each step of her methodical process, from placing and aligning fabric on the paper foundation units, to chain piecing each section. Worried you'll make a mistake? Find out a simple trick for quickly ripping out stitches.
Completing Unit A
14:49
Put the finishing touches on your first unit by attaching a curved strip of fabric. Jackie demystifies this potentially tricky process, showing you how to sew a simple basting line before placing and stitching the fabric onto the unit. You'll be amazed by the clean and precise results!
Paper Piecing Units B & C
26:57
Apply the paper-piecing techniques you've learned so far to create the block's striking and colorful Dresden blades. In addition, Jackie shows you how to create the centerpiece of the design, a simple block-in-a-block motif.
Unit Layout & Joining Blocks
27:33
Once you've finished stitching all of your units, it's time to piece them together. First, discover a simple technique for joining the Dresden blades -- you'll get perfect points every time! Then, learn Jackie's foolproof method of joining the remaining units to complete this stunning block.
Project Ideas
19:21
Get inspired by the versatility of the Dresden plate design. Jackie offers detailed instruction on how to transform your newly finished blocks into a gorgeous wall hanging. Plus, discover a variety of creative ways to incorporate your blocks into decorative throw pillows, a table runner or even a stylish tote bag!
Your Instructor
Jackie Kunkel
Jackie Kunkel has been quilting for more than 18 years, and is a Quiltworx Certified Instructor. She is the founder of Canton Village Quilt Works and the creative voice behind the podcast "Jackie's Quilting Chronicles," as well as the author of Splash of Color: A Rainbow of Brilliant Black-and-White Quilts. Jackie's award-winning quilts have been featured in numerous publications, including Quilt magazine and Quick Quilts.
Bonus Material
Paper Piecing the Quiltworx Dresden Plate - Pattern and Templates
Bonus Materials available for download after purchase.
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