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precisionstring1daygraphic.jpg (16427 bytes)Creative Precision String Piecing
one day class
by Caryl Bryer Fallert

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Classroom Requirements
Preferred Classroom Table Setup
Pictures of quilts in this style

Learn to draw and piece colorful, luminous, freeform designs with absolutely precise seams using this simple method of piecing on a paper base. This old traditional technique has recently come to be known as paper foundation piecing. Precision String Piecing can be used in either quilts or clothing, and with either traditional or original designs. Emphasis will be on color selection as well as sewing techniques. Students will design and create 2-3 small samples. Possibilities include "Flying Geese" in a graduated curve and several variations on "Crown of Thorns."

Supplies Needed:

Fabric

Fabric: You will need at least two different gradations of color and value with six to eight colors and values in each gradation. Fabrics dyed in color and value gradations will be available for sale in the class, to preview these fabrics,  See our Internet Store You may use these fabrics or you may bring fabrics from home. If you dye your own fabrics, these will be useful. The more colors you have to choose from, the more colorful your project will be. The results you get will be much more dramatic if you choose solid colors or very low contrast prints.  Fat quarters or fat eighths of each color will be enough.

Bring a few additional large print fabrics in a range of colors to be used as backgrounds for your precision piecing.

Fabrics dyed in color and value gradations will be available for sale in the class, to preview these fabrics,  See our Internet Store
  • Thread:
    • medium grey or other neutral
    • Clear and smoke colored Monofilament (nylon is OK, but polyester (Superior Mono-Poly or Sulky "invisible") is recommended)
  • Sewing Machine: One that is friendly and well adjusted. A zigzag, is recommended, but is not absolutely essential. If you own an open toed embroidery foot, bring it along. You must know how to operate your sewing machine
  • Heavy duty Extension Cord with at least two outlets. Three prong adaptor if needed for the classroom outlets
  • Basic Sewing Kit for hand and machine sewing.
  • Iron: Preferably with steam
  • Table Top Ironing Pad
  • Scotch Brand Magic Tape or other non-shiny cellophane tape
  • Scissors (paper and fabric)
  • Rotary Cutting Board and Ruler
  • Drawing Tools : Fine point Sharpie marker, flexible curve, pen, pencil, ruler, eraser, compass
  • Cotton swab or small watercolor brush
  • Paper:
  • 15-20 sheets of plain white copier paper
  • Freezer paper (2-3 feet)
  • Niagra Spray Starch or other liquid starch.You don't need the whole can, just squirt some into a small spill-proof bottle.
  • Postcard or 3x5 card
  • Glue Stick
  • Litter Bag

Optional

  • Small Portable Light Box (If you are driving and already have one)

Caryl is now offering workshops in her studio in Paducah KY. For information about classes that are already scheduled, click here. If you would like to receive a notice when a new workshop is scheduled, please click here and check the "notify" box on our feedback page.

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