Hand Quilting: Tradition & Techniques

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Hand Quilting: Tradition & Techniques

2-Day Studio Class with Jen Kingwell

Explore the age old tradition of Hand Quilting!

This hands-on workshop explores the art of hand quilting and creative ways to finish your quilt tops. Dive into the rich tradition and modern techniques of this timeless craft as Jen shares her expertise and tips for creating stunning hand-quilted designs. Participants will learn essential stitches, tools and tricks to finish their quilt tops with confidence and creativity.

In this class, Jen will cover:
  • How to prepare your quilt for finishing
  • How to make and use stencils to map out your design
  • How to choose the right batting
  • Learn techniques for holding your quilt to prevent fatigue
  • Big stitch quilting
  • Learn other finishing tips, tricks and more!

Meet the instructor!

Midwife by trade who turned her stitching addiction into a career. Jen is a scrap quilter and the more fabrics she can include in any one project, the happier she is.

She describes herself as "traditional with a contemporary twist" and in her perfect world would hand stitch everything. She loves sharing the serenity of this age old tradition. Author, fabric designer and quilt designer, Jen now travels the world teaching and lecturing and loves returning to her family and store - Amitie Textiles in Torquay, Australia.

Supply List
  • A project ready to hand quilt!
  • 18 inch (approx.) quilt sandwich (e.g. 2 fat quarters and a piece of batting cut to this size). Solid fabrics work well as it's easy to visualize your stitches. Make sure the batting you choose is recommended for hand quilting (e.g. Quilters Dream Cotton Request)
  • 8wt Perle Cotton (Eleganza or HOB) or 12wt cotton thread (Aurifil or Wonderfil)
  • Chenille needles Size 26 (12wt thread) or 24 (8wt thread)
  • Hoop optional (Jen does not use one)

Class is held in our Ohio Studio located at 3755 Boettler Oaks Dr, Suite B, Uniontown, OH 44685. 

Coffee and tea are provided, as well as use of our fridge and kitchen. Lunches will be provided each day of the workshop, please let us know if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions!

Supplies are available for purchase in-store during class if not purchased ahead of time.

For suggestions on hotel accommodations or any other questions/concerns, contact Abby at shop@suespargo.com or call 330-899-9454 ext. 114.

Cancellation fees reflect the cost of registration, staff, instructor contracts, material acquisitions, and other services. This policy applies to all registrants, regardless of the reason for canceling. We encourage you to take our cancellation policies into consideration before registering for classes.

If you need to cancel your registration, you have the following options:

Transfer:

Registrants who cancel their enrollment in a workshop held in our Ohio studio may make a one-time transfer to any other workshop held in our studio.

  • Transfers may be made either in the current workshop season, or any workshop in the following year. Transfers must be made more than 30 days prior to the workshop, and are subject to a 5% cancellation fee.

Refund:

If you prefer not to transfer your workshop registration, the following fees apply:

  • More than 60 days prior to the workshop, refund of your deposit minus a 20% cancellation fee.
  • Less than 60 days prior to the workshop, no refunds will be issued.

Redirect:

Registrants are able to send someone in their place into the workshop for no additional fee. In this case, no refunds will be issued, payment arrangements are the responsibility of the original registrant if needed.


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Date & Time
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Start - 9:00 AM (US/Eastern)
Friday, May 16, 2025
End - 4:00 PM (US/Eastern) Add to Calendar
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Sue Spargo Folk Art Quilts

3755 Boettler Oaks Dr Ste B
Uniontown OH 44685
United States
+1 330-899-9454
hello@suespargo.com
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Sue Spargo, Abby S

+1 330-899-9454
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