{"product_id":"naturalistic-quilting","title":"Naturalistic Quilting","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin artist and maker Julius Arthur for an inspiring exploration of abstract textile collage, drawing on the natural world and personal heritage as sources of creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this workshop, you’ll use nature and landscape as references to discover shapes, forms, and textures that evoke a sense of place. Through patchwork and appliqué techniques, you’ll experiment with colour, composition, and layering to create small, sculptural textile artworks. Play with scale, shapes, and negative space to build abstract compositions that reflect your connection to the landscape and your own unique perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for all skill levels, this class invites you to engage with fabric in an intuitive and playful way, deepening your connection to both the craft of quilting and the landscapes that inspire you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an opportunity to slow down, reflect, and explore the intersection of nature, creativity, personal storytelling, and sculptural composition through textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFriday, July 31st, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12:00-2:30 pm ET\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZoom, a link will be sent to participants the day before class\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e$75\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecording\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Hand Sewn Quilting Series sessions will be recorded. A link to each recording will be emailed to all registrants following the live session. Each link is live for three months after the live session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium-weight, non-stretch woven cotton or linen fabric\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash, dry, and iron all fabrics in advance to avoid shrinkage and colour bleeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a selection of larger and smaller pieces to work with\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA piece of fabric for your backing, approximately 40 x 40 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA piece of batting or wadding, approximately 40 x 40 cm.\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJulius prefers 100% cotton wadding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreezer paper (if you have it) for making templates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral sewing thread in various colours to match your fabric selections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuilting thread\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJulius uses Anchor Pearle 8 and will be using ecru in the class. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-sewing needles. I\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJulius prefers long sharp darners (mixed pack sizes 6-9)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilward or John James are good alternatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSewing pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric scissors and\/or snips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePen or pencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron and ironing surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Hand Sewn Quilting Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the guidance of contemporary textile artists, participants of all levels will engage with various quilting techniques. Beginners will gain confidence and a deeper understanding of quilting foundations, while experienced makers will expand their skills and textile knowledge beyond the basics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBundle Discount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen four Hand Sewn Quilting classes are added to your cart, a 25% off code will be automatically applied. All classes must be in a single order to qualify for the discount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScholarships\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have one scholarship seat available for this workshop. 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