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A COTTAGE IN THE GARDEN
Intermediate & advanced 6 hrs
An enchanting cottage is created then landscaping the garden with the aid of pattern options completes the composition. Explore rooflines, windows and doors along with fences, flowers and other elements of a landscape. Broderie Perse appliqué and Needleturn hand appliqué technique will be taught but the project is adaptable to any appliqué method, including machine work. A 20”block will be well on its way to completion in this exciting class.
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BLUE RIBBON HAND QUILTING
All levels 3 or 6 hrs
Beginners learn the basics; others learn techniques to achieve perfect stitches. Conquer all situations with McBride’s top award winning strategies. Answers on thread, needles, thimbles and batting for masterful results. QNM #229 & 261 Cover.
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CLASSIC HAND BUTTONHOLE APPLIQUE
All levels 6 hrs
Fast and easy hand stitched fusible appliqué florals (or anything else) can be beautiful, soft and refined using today’s techniques and products. We will learn assembly procedures, conquering different and difficult shapes for great results.
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CLASSIC NEEDLE TURN HAND APPLIQUE
All levels 6 hrs
Students will have several traditional pattern choices to learn all the basics of classic
needle turn or refine techniques to produce superior work. McBride is a runner up in the 20th Century’s 100 Best American Quilts. (QNM #229 & 261 COVERS)
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DECK THE HALLS
All levels 3 hrs with $15 kit
Learn classic Broderie Perse using needle turn hand appliqué as you create a beautiful and elegant Christmas wreath wall hanging. Dixie makes it easy with a kit and her award winning tips in this updated favorite of yesteryear.
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HERE COMES THE JUDGE—An Entrants Point of View
All levels 3 hrs
How is the competition quilt evaluated? Learn how, when, where and why to enter your work for the most effective results. Round table Q & A. (McBride is a knowledgeable, experienced and compassionate Judge and Juror from the local to international level).
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PICKY, PICKY, PICKY, Hand Applique For Competition
Intermediate and advanced levels 3 hrs with $17 kit
Using a challenging Whig Rose kit design, fine tune a variety of classic techniques for conquering any difficult situation to impress the judge. McBride is an international winner, judge and juror. QNM 229 & 261 Covers.
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ROSEVINE COTTAGE
All levels FULL DAY CLASS * WITH $17KIT
Landscape the surroundings of this delightful residence already designed for you. Discover the playful nature of composition as your own style develops by combining appliqué and broderie perse. QNM #261 Cover.
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REPAIR & RESTORATION OF OLD QUILTS
All levels 3 hrs
Decisions and applied measures involved in the repair of your family heirloom or a garage sale quilt is the focus. Choosing acceptable fabrics, proper procedures, techniques and documentation are emphasized. TQ #14.
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VILLAGE LANDSCAPES
Advanced and strong intermediate 6 hrs
Creating a Village Landscape Design, size of your choice, will be the object of this class. Using Dixie’s methods and theory of design will enable each student to free themselves of self-imposed rules and use the talents within themselves to create their own original masterpieces. Individual perspectives will be encouraged, however patterns may be purchased for optional use or as a starting point. This is a playful class using whimsy and a Folk Art attitude. QNM #261, Cover.
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