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Flowers to kiss

Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines

Bieke PATERNOSTER

Workshop topic: Contemporary with machine

Languages:

Nb of students: 15

Using a simple technique, these flowers, leaves and stems are mechanically applied to a dark or light background. The result can be used as a cushion cover or wall decoration. Signing up for this project is a great way to gain more experience with the sewing machine. You’ll learn how to use a host of useful functions built into the machine. Using different decorative stitches in a patchwork project will open the door to your own projects in the future. After appliqué, you’ll learn to quilt mechanically in slightly curved lines or free motion.

Where: ancien lycée, 3 rue Osmont, 68160 Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines | Room 3

List of supplies

pins
fabric scissors
paper scissors
glue stick
eraser
paper pencil
quilter's ruler
small garbage bag
rotary cutter
cutting mat
embroidery threads to match

Required supplies

Wide assortment of sewing threads in contrasting colors to the fabrics used. Polysheen is excellent, or Isacord 40W (embroidery thread)
Topstitch 90/14 Schmetz needles
assortment of small quantities (25x25cm) of plain or batik fabrics. Avoid fabrics printed with designs. It is possible to book an optional kit with these fabrics
A cushion not too thick for your comfort and to sit higher up

Fabrics to bring + lengh

55x50 cm batik or solid cotton for the backgroud, light or dark
55x50 cm coton for the back
55x50 cm fibrefil polyester

Kit
+ Content

Mandatory kit (25€, included):
flower and leaf patterns
0,5 meter Vliesofix
0,5 meter Tear Away
0,5 meter iron protective paper

Optional kit(30€) fabric kits including 16x (25x27cm) batik + 1/2 (55x50cm) for flowers, leaves and stems

The teacher

Bieke PATERNOSTER

As the owner and manager of a sewing machine store, I teach my customers how to use their new equipment. I also run a sewing academy where various projects are held throughout the year, usually with 12 to 14 participants. The goal of these projects is to master the art of machine sewing and to explore different patchwork techniques. During the summer months we offer a variety of workshops focusing on patchwork, quilting and machine embroidery. I teach in Dutch, French and English, adapting my approach to the specific needs of each client. I also provide written course materials.