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Have a bit of improvisational fun. This quilt is easy to make with fabrics from your stash or a set of fat quarters, or fabrics you think go well together. Relax and have fun.

This quilt is a great stash buster! Gather together a whole lot of scraps that look good together and away you go. I've used a variety of Australian Indigenous prints in this quilt. (FYI we have great packs available) Or for another way - here are the requirements:For the 36 blocks: 23 fat eighths or 12 fat quarters or use your stash. Borders can help unite the quilt.Inner Border - 30cmOuter Border - 90cm And to finish off:Binding - 50cm
 Wedge template - 18 degree or 20 piece e.g. Matildas own VT900-10 28mm rotary cutter (optional)Small square ruler - 8”...

Classes 2021 We offer a variety of classes at Rainbow Patchwork. If you have a particular project in mind and would like some assistance, we are happy to help. All you need to do is phone the shop to discuss the quilt (standard cost applies). General Information Classes during COVID-19 Arrive promptly at scheduled time. Unpack quickly Move outside and wait (Tea/Coffee available - Takeaway cups provided) Karen will start the class outside 10 minutes after scheduled time Maintain 1.5 m distancing Maximum of 3 attendees Total inside time must be 2 hours or less due to COVID-19 regulations Do not attend your class if you are unwell Class times: Classes are held at a variety of...

General Information Classes during COVID-19 Arrive promptly at scheduled time. Unpack quickly Move outside and wait (Tea/Coffee available - Takeaway cups provided) Karen will start the class outside 10 minutes after scheduled time Maintain 1.5 m distancing Maximum of 3 attendees Total inside time must be 2 hours or less due to COVID-19 regulations Do not attend your class if you are unwell Class times: Classes are held at a variety of times but mostly Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings. Duration: One session is 2 hours and 15 minutes long. Courses vary from 2-5 weeks long. What you will achieve: In most instances the classes cover information and give you time (with some homework) to create a quilt top...

Layer cakes are so beautifully co-ordinated that it is a shame not to use the left overs for a project. I was able to make this baby quilt (39" x 49") from some left overs. In summary the requirements are: Layer cake left overs (about 1/4 of a layer cake) 1m of background fabric 40cm of fabric for binding backing and wadding to cover 39" x 49" quilt, add margins as needed. Other tools you will need Cutting mat. Rotary cutter. Long ruler for use with a rotary cutter.  Neutral coloured thread for sewing with - I like the Aurifil ne50 (this is...