I took this class from Sue Martin and enjoyed it very much. I highly recommend this method for piecing.
15” Rolling Star Tote Bag With Sue Martin and Cynthia Wheeler
Saturday, March 28, 2009 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM
(Lunch - Brown Bag)Walnut Creek United Methodist Church
1543 Sunnyvale Ave. Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Cost: $10.00 ASG Members, $15.00 Non-ASG Members
Optional $30.00 Kit Fee for 2 sewn Rolling Star blocks plus lining and cording
Have you thought about learning to quilt but felt it was too time-consuming and tedious?? You’ll learn easy quilt piecing skills by learning the Square in a Square® technique! This system allows you to make any level of quilt top with speed and accuracy. All skill levels will enjoy this design. The Square in a Square system increases speed and accuracy in patchwork. Using Square in a Square, you never cut or piece another triangle again!
A quick and easy project. No cutting or sewing of any triangles. You’ll be shown how to create the Rolling Star block using only 2 SnS options. Due to time constraints, we won’t be sewing the options in class. If you choose to make your own blocks, you only need to make a total 10 blocks using 3 colors, You’ll need 8 Option 1s and 2 Option 11s. It’s that easy, how simple can you get? You may substitute the solid square in the center of the star with an embroidered square or theme fabric as shown. Samples will be available.
OR bring any 2—15” squares of material and scraps for straps and pockets. Don’t forget the lining. You will also see various projects that have been adapted to use as embellishments for pillows, tote bags and to use on clothing.
Sue Martin is a certified Square in a Square (SnS) teacher since April 2007. Cynthia Wheeler was been a quilter for over 20 years. Together we will show how to turn the blocks into tote bags with various closures.
Bring your sewing machine with your basic presser foot, basic sewing supplies, rotary cutter, tube-turner, straight ruler, (i.e. 3” x 18) and sewn blocks as directed on the back of this flyer or purchase a kit which will be available in various colors for $30.00 with already assembled blocks.
Sue will have the SnS ruler and the Advancing On II book available for sale if you get addicted to this fun and quick piecing method.
Walnut Creek ASG proudly presents: Sue Martin and Cynthia Wheeler March 28, 2008 from 9:00 am to 4:00 PM - Brown Bag Lunch
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Directions to ASG Program Meetings
Walnut Creek United Methodist Church
1543 Sunnyvale Ave. Walnut Creek
Unless otherwise noted chapter meetings are held in the Social Hall at the front of the Church. Parking is in the parking lot right next to the Social Hall. Some meetings are in the Wesley Room (upper parking lot at the back of the property).
Northbound on I-680 highway:Exit Treat Blvd. /Geary Rd. off-ramp and turn left at traffic signal.
Turn right at next traffic signal onto North Main Street.
At next light turn left onto Sunnyvale Ave. The Church is up about a half block on left side.
Southbound on I-680 highway:Exit Treat Blvd. /Geary Rd. off-ramp
Stay in right lane and turn right onto North Main Street.
Get in left hand lane and go about one-half block and do a “U” turn at the intersection at Sun Valley Ave.
Drive to the next traffic light, which is Sunnyvale Ave. and turn right.
Church is up about half a block on left side.
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Supply List
Fabric1/2 yard of Color 1 (background)
1/2 yard of Color 2 (primary stripe, border, and straps)
1/4 yard of Color 3 (center and star points)
5/8 yard of 45” wide lining fabric (I use light weight Weavers Plain in Natural, 50/50 polyester/cotton)
1-3/4 yards of 1/2” or 3/4” cotton cording (straps will be approximately 30” long)
Optional closures—14” zipper or button and elastic hairband (I will bring with me)
Cutting
Option 11—Cut 2 - 5" squares from Color 1,
(you’ll have 35”x 5” strip left over for facing on tote bag)
Cut 1 - 2-3/4" strips from color 2
Cut 2 - 3-3/4" strips from color 1
Option 1—Cut 8 - 3-3/8” squares Color 1
Cut 2 - 2" strips from Color 2
Cut 2 - 2" strips from Color 3
Center Square— Cut 2—4-1/2” squares of Color 3
Borders—Cut 4 - 2" strips of Color 2
Note: Color 2 — you’ll have left over fabric to make straps, 2-1/2” wide.
Bring all left over scraps to class for pockets
The blocks must be sewn prior to class or you can purchase an assembled kit.
Lining — Cut 1—3” up to 5” x 45” strip from lining fabric
Bring all left over lining fabric
