The Quilt Tree Foot Side Open Toe for Juki TL Machines Instructions
- July 11, 2024
- The Quilt Tree
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The Quilt Tree Foot Side Open Toe for Juki TL Machines
Product Information
Specifications
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Product Name: The Quilt Tree
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Instructor: Maria Weinstein
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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
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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)
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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
- Prepare your workspace by laying out all the required supplies and tools.
- Cut the white fabric into 8.5 x 11 and iron the freezer paper to it as per the pre-class homework.
- Set up the Gelli Plate on a clean surface and apply acrylic paints using the brayer.
- Create patterns on the fabric using the Gelli Plate and various paints.
- Experiment with different techniques and colors to achieve desired effects.
- Clean the Gelli Plate using hand sanitizer and paper towels after each use.
- 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.