The Quilt Tree Foot Side Open Toe for Juki TL Machines Instructions

The Quilt Tree Foot Side Open Toe for Juki TL Machines

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: The Quilt Tree

• Instructor: Maria Weinstein

• Dates and Times: Friday, July 19th, 11:00 am-5:00 pm OR Saturday,
  August 3rd, 11:00 am-5:00 pm

• Fabric Requirements:

  • 1 yard of White cotton fabric
  • Craft batting or scraps of batting that are 8.5 x 11

• Supplies:

  • 8 x 10 Gelli Plate
  • Brayer
  • Acrylic paints: 12, 16, or 24 color matte or satin (not glossy)
  • Acrylic Paint Value Set. Also, one tube with glitter in white, all available at Michael’s, Amazon or Joanne’s (Top Notch brand)
  • Craft Smart Acrylic Paint Value Set. Also, one tube with glitter in white
  • Freezer paper sheets
  • Roll of Paper Towel
  • Large Teflon Sheet
  • Dollar store hand sanitizer to clean the Gelli plate (leftover from the pandemic should be fine)
  • Baby wipes
  • Apron
  • Disposable gloves (unless you want to get paint on your hands)

• Tools Required:

  • Variegated Threads for free-motion that work with landscapes (30, 40, 50 weight King Tut, Mettler)
  • Small fabric scissors

Product Usage Instructions

Tools Required

• Rotary Cutter and Mat (leave your mat at home and use ours while you’re in class)
• Ruler 4 1/2” x 14”
• Sewing machine in good working condition with manual (you may use the machines in our classroom)
• Open Toe Foot (BERNINA #20, #20C, #20D) – please bring if you have one.
• Free Motion Foot (BERNINA #9, #24, #29, or BSR) – please bring if you have one.
• Clover Sashiko needles Art No. 2007
• Embroidery threads that resemble landscapes: greens, yellows, pinks, blues, purples, etc.
• Variegated Threads for free-motion that work with landscapes (30,40,50 weight King Tut, Mettler)
• Small fabric scissors

We are grateful when you purchase your supplies at our shop.

All items marked with a double asterisk are available at The Quilt Tree.

Pre-Class Homework

Cut white fabric into 8.5 x 11 and iron freezer paper to it.

Usage Steps

1. Prepare your workspace by laying out all the required supplies and tools.
2. Cut the white fabric into 8.5 x 11 and iron the freezer paper to it as per the pre-class homework.
3. Set up the Gelli Plate on a clean surface and apply acrylic paints using the brayer.
4. Create patterns on the fabric using the Gelli Plate and various paints.
5. Experiment with different techniques and colors to achieve desired effects.
6. Clean the Gelli Plate using hand sanitizer and paper towels after each use.
7. Allow the painted fabric to dry completely before further handling or stitching.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I purchase the supplies mentioned?

A: The supplies mentioned can be purchased at Michael’s, Amazon, Joanne’s, or The Quilt Tree shop.

Q: Can I use different types of fabric for this project?

A: While the instructions specify white cotton fabric, you can experiment with other fabrics based on your preferences, keeping in mind the paint and stitching requirements.

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