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Upcycled Quilts: Transform Fabric Scraps into Cozy Creations

1 image of a quilting store, 1 image of scraps of fabric, 1 image of a completed denim scrap quilt
Introductory - No experience required
Age Requirement : 18+ and Minors with Guardian SupervisionTags: Textiles

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Join us for a hands-on class where creativity meets sustainability! In Sustainable Scrap Quilting, you’ll learn how to transform fabric scraps from our shop into a cozy quilt that will keep you or a loved one warm. This class is a great way to recycle fabric pieces that would otherwise end up in a landfill, while gaining essential quilting skills.


What to Expect

Students will start by selecting from a variety of donated fabric scraps and learn how to cut, arrange, and piece them together to create a unique quilt top. Once the quilt top is completed, you’ll discover how to layer it with batting and a backing fabric, and join these layers through basic quilting techniques. By the end of the class, you’ll leave with a completed quilt and a new understanding of sustainable crafting!

Skills You’ll Acquire

• Basic sewing techniques for piecing a quilt top

• How to join (quilt) the top, batting, and backing to create a finished quilt

• Understanding of sustainable crafting and how to recycle fabric scraps

• Hands-on experience with a sewing machine and quilt construction

What’s Provided

• All fabric scraps from the shop

• Batting and backing materials

• Sewing machines and other necessary tools

• Instruction and guidance throughout the entire quilting process

Who Should Attend

This class is perfect for beginner to intermediate sewers who are interested in quilting, upcycling, or sustainable crafting. No prior quilting experience is required, but basic familiarity with a sewing machine is helpful.

Prerequisites/Safety Information

No specific prerequisites, but it’s recommended that students have basic sewing machine knowledge. All tools and safety instructions will be provided during the class.


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When
Sunday November 17th, 2024 from  1:00 PM to  4:00 PM
Location
MakeHaven
770 Chapel Street
New Haven, CT 06510
United States
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Workshop Ticket Fee
Standard Ticket $53.00
MakeHaven Members $45.00

Need Based Workshop Price Adjustment

MakeHaven offers a price reduction for individuals who are below a threshold income level.
You can apply at: Workshop Price Reduction Request.

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Accessibility

Our facilities undergo periodic reviews to maximize ADA compliance. We offer accessible bathrooms, elevators, and wide walkways. In tool usage, we aim for universal access and work individually to adapt tools for safe usage as necessary. If you anticipate needing an adaptation to participate in this event or have further questions, please contact us at events@makehaven.org.