{"product_id":"zhuang-patchwork-quilting","title":"Zhuang Patchwork Quilting","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this class, you will be invited to explore the quilt tradition from the Zhuang, the largest ethnic minority group in China. Selina will walk you through historical Zhuang quilt top examples, explaining the significance of quilts in Chinese culture, and demonstrate how to construct a traditional Zhuang quilt top block from scratch to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZhuang quilts are rooted in the long tradition of reusing textiles in China. For centuries, Zhuang women created artistic quilt tops by patching and appliquéing their cultural identity and belief with used textiles. A Zhuang girl in the past would save scrap fabrics for a few years and stitch her wishes for a good marriage and a happy future into her wedding quilt top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the skills learned in the class, you will be able to apply both the technique and the design approach on your creative projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA PDF file with design patterns will be shared one week prior to class for participants to print out in advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFriday, November 13th, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12:00-2:30 pm ET\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\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\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e$75\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecording\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\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\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppliqué fabric: medium-weight non-stretch woven cotton or linen fabric (denim, bed linen, Azumino-Momen Sashiko fabric). Wash, dry, and iron all fabrics in advance to avoid shrinkage and color bleeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase fabric: 2pcs in similar quality to the appliqué fabric described above. The top layer fabric size should be 19x19cm, the bottom layer fabric size should be 16x16cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSashiko thread thick type (Olympus, Daruma) or DMC pearl cotton thread #8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusing material: Mistyfuse sheer fusible web white or Vliesofix bondaweb 719\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedles (2pcs): Sashiko needle (Tulip, Olympus, Clover) or other sharp needles with big eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA pair of sharp paper scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA pair of sharp fabric scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric marker (recommended: heat erasable marker, water soluble marker)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA ruler longer than 23cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn ironing board, an iron and 1pc baking paper for using fusing materials to fuse fabrics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Hand Sewn Quilting Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\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\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBundle Discount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\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\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScholarships\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have one scholarship seat available for this workshop. 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