School project
02-21-2014, 02:00 PM
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School project
One of my local quilting friends has a grandson in the gifted program. She asked him if his class might enjoy making a quilt as one of their programs, and the kids were intrigued. I was tasked with designing the quilt in black and gold for the school colors, and buying the fabric (the guild paid for it). We met with the kids once a week and they teamed up 2 to a machine and sewed the blocks (with LOTS of assistance).
We took them on a field trip to visit a local longarmer, and they each got to try the long arm out and sew how the quilting process takes place.
Yesterday I quilted their quilt for them, and embroidered a label for it. I passed the quilt along to another helper who will bind it, then the kids (they are 12 years of age) are going to auction the quilt off for a good cause.
I let the quilt guild choose the panto for the quilt, it's just a nice generic swirly pattern, although quite dense!
This was a fun project!
We took them on a field trip to visit a local longarmer, and they each got to try the long arm out and sew how the quilting process takes place.
Yesterday I quilted their quilt for them, and embroidered a label for it. I passed the quilt along to another helper who will bind it, then the kids (they are 12 years of age) are going to auction the quilt off for a good cause.
I let the quilt guild choose the panto for the quilt, it's just a nice generic swirly pattern, although quite dense!
This was a fun project!
02-21-2014, 02:08 PM
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Wow! The class did a beautiful job! I am sure that the students will remember this experience for the rest of their lives. You, your friend and your guild have possibly inspired the next Bonny Hunter or Kaffe Fassett! Well done to all of you.
...... and for you having the patience and stamina to help them!
02-21-2014, 05:21 PM
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I wish more schools did this. Its a great way to learn math, visual spatial skills, patience and team work. Also, donating or auctioning the quilt inspires community support.
Its beautiful! They all did such a wonderful job.
Its beautiful! They all did such a wonderful job.
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