I had planned to make a lover's knot quilt this year, bought all the fabric with my christmas money. However am so overloaded with projects that are in progress. My LQS just so happens to be offering a lovers knot class in july. Should I take it and add it to the list of already too many projects. I already work fulltime and have a rambunctious toddler on my days off. Am I biting off more than I can chew. What would you do?

Go for it, you will get ideas and hints that may help with current projects

Take the class and have fun!

My motto is "When in doubt, don't."

You wouldn't even be thinking about asking this question unless you're starting to feel overwhelmed. Unless you quilt for a living, the quilting process is supposed to be relaxing and fun.

An alternative is to put off one of the other projects to do the lovers knot quilt - and not feel guilty about it!

I think I would wait a bit if I were you. You're so busy already and the fabric for the lover's knot will still be there when you're ready for it.

DO IT & consider it "me" time. It's something you enjoy & any class you take you come out with learning something. Fun & learning all in one day! go for it!

I would do it, then you will be sure to get it made. Great break from everyday life also.

I would go for it, by the time you have time for it, there won't be a class on it. I have a book for the Lovers Knot by Eleanor Burns haven't made a quilt from it yet.

Are you going to make the Eleanor Burns or the one on quilt scache they are not the same I am thinking about the on Quilts cache for my brother and sister-in-law for their Golden Wedding in Dec I

Eleanor Burns, I have the book

I have that pattern and want to make it for my neice. Haven't started it yet, but love how it will look!

I can't advise you. I have never taken a quilting class of any kind. I learn by trial and error and so far the errors have been few thank goodness ;)

The Eleanor Burns pattern/book is really very straight forward. If you really question wether or not you should take the class.... Don't . The book has ALOT of great detail instructions .. .and if you got stuck on a few things .. we are here to help you through it.
Her books are some of the best written directions and I always recommend them for quilters who need the most complete directions possible or just lack the confidence to tackle a project.

I made Lover's Knot placemats using the Eleanor Burns book...just to see how difficult the pattern was to make. Love them!
I find that when I take a class, I will finish making the project.

Thats kind of what I was thinking, might help me get done faster, more motivation

I made a lover's knot quilt about 3 years ago. It is sort of like one half of a log cabin (two sides, not four). I found it goes pretty quickly, so not to worry about overloading time.

How many times does the class meet?

Will it be something that you look back on and regret (if you don't take the class)?

If so, take the class (esp. if it meets only one or two times). Otherwise, put it on hold. You seem young and (probably) have more time. Just put it on your list of things to do.

lets face it, we love them but need me time. go for the class. have fun.

I have taken classes and been glad for the learning opportunities, the inspiration, and the comraderie. I tend to finish most class projects.

I have not taken some classes and then later regretted it.

If you can do it ... then do it and count it as quilt therapy.

ali

I made this for my daughters wedding quilt from the book lovely to make and not as difficult as it looks - lovely to take a class though as Nana2Sew said you are more likely to complete it

Of course take it!! :)

First, what an adorable little toddler you have. Second, I go with cathyvv "when in doubt, don't"

With the class, you'll either get it finished or you'll get a really good start on it. I am so self-taught that classes sometimes are interesting for me to see what I'm doing differently and learn a new/quicker/easier way to do whatever. Be sure to keep having "mommy time" with friends and other quilters....you'll be a better mom for doing it! (PS. My kids are 27 and 30!)

LOL...my motto is...when in doubt, give it a try!!!

Go for the class if you can afford it. It not only gives you some me time, but in most classes you pick up lot of little hints to use in other areas of your quilting. Plus they are FUN
Brenda

I would take some me time and take the course.

Take the class, you may be able to do the project on your own, but how fun to do it with other people.

I would go, but I go to alot of classes just to be with others who like to quilt. None of my friends do or want too. Lovers Knot is what I am going to do next for myself ...just havent decided on fabric (color) yet.

There will be other classes in the future so if this is not the right time, know that you can do it later. Family time is more important and if you are already overwhelmed, this will only help things temporarily. In the end, it is all about time and priorities so it is your call.

IMO Eleanors Book is the best class you could take. I have made 2 of these and intend to make another. It is very easy because her instructions are so easy to follow.

By all means, take the class. ♥

I would love to take it and I already have the book.

I'd take the class. You can finish all your projects 'some day'! It sounds like you need to learn how to make the lover's knot.

You go for it girl!!! Every one will be there when the class is over. And you do not know if it will come around again and you may have more work. I put off every thing I wanted to when I was young. Now I`m unable to most of them. I also think I would have been a better mother and wife if I had some thing just for me.

Do what is important to you and let what you can't get to right now go till later! Priorities!

Take the Class.

It's a very simple pattern, and don't make the mistake of not taking time for yourself. I've been in the same boat with small children, and in my opinion you need time to do something that's fun for you sometimes to help keep your sanity. Lover's Knot quilt is a lot of fun, and won't take up much of your 'thinking brain' because it's such an easy pattern. Have fun with it!

Whenever I take a class, used to do more found it motivating.Would say go for that

If you've already bought the fabric, it would be a waste if you didn't take the class!! Have fun!!!

I have a lot of her books plus the DVD that goes with it I love her!!