Sheila Frampton-Cooper
www.Zoombaby.com
Appliqué + Piecing = New Possibilities
Class Description:
In this workshop, students will draw a design, create a full-scale pattern on freezer paper, and assemble the forms by Appli-piecing, which is part appliqué and part piecing. I will guide students in composing a simple or complex design, and encourage that the process is undertaken with openness and ease. Students will play with shape, scale and movement. We will also discuss creating a value study, and then choosing your palette. Students will be provided with small compositions to assemble and become comfortable with the technique before they start designing. In addition, I will present a slideshow that illustrates each step in the process.
Supply List:
For Online Students
You will need a small, inexpensive projector to transfer your pattern onto the freezer paper. This can be found on Amazon and you don’t need a really good one. There are many affordable options available. For in-person classes, a projector will be provided for those who do not have one.
100% cotton fabric, preferably solids LIGHT/MED/DARK VALUES FOR EACH COLOR (details below) Textured prints are welcome in this workshop. Batiks will also work very well with this technique.
At least one yard each of neutral colors. (see below)
Sewing machine (Your sewing machine must play well with very fine thread.)
Needles (Microtex Sharps #60/8 or #70/10) This is very important because you will be sewing with very fine thread.
Freezer paper (I like to order large rolls from Uline, but you may also use masking tape to attached smaller pieces.)
(2) Regular black Sharpies. It must be black and be a Sharpie, no other brand or color. Not thin or super thick, just the normal size. (You will understand why in class…)
Superior Threads Mono.Poly™ Thread (Only this brand, and the translucent version, not the black.)
Seam ripper and very sharp, very small scissors
Rotary cutters (with extra blades) You will want a 28mm, as well as the standard 45mm.
Ruler (optional)
Batting or flannel for your design wall
Cutting Mat (at least 24” for cutting width of fabric) If you have a small one, bring it as well.
Multi-plug extension cord with surge protection and a 3 prong adaptor if needed for classroom outlets
Iron and tabletop iron pad (Travel size irons are best.)
A flat light box. This can be found on Amazon for a very good price.
Good old fashioned spray starch. This is important. You do not want to use a soft starch that you would find in a quilt shop. I’m referring to the heavy duty stuff you would iron a shirt with if you want it to be crisp.
A small round paint brush size 3 or 4.
A very small container with a lid. (If you have an something the size of a prescription bottle, this works well.)
Sketchbook (for note taking, drawing etc.)
Regular pencils w/eraser
Blue painters tape.
Your cell phone (for taking photos as you progress)
Optional, but not necessary:
An iPad Pro with an Apple Pencil if you have one, with the App Procreate installed.
You may visit this site as a reference for choosing your palette:
http://www.robertkaufman.com/fabrics/kona_cotton/?solids&cotton#colorcard
Note: I find that thinner cotton with a tighter weave works best for this technique.
*Having at least 3 values of each color you bring will give you a better result. Regarding the neutral fabric, please make sure you bring very light values. Bring grays and taupes. Please make sure you bring a very light shade (close to white) as well as a light/medium.