Join inspirational textile artist and quilter Catherine-Marie Longtin to talk about her work and explore log cabins - her favourite piecing technique.
A log cabin block traditionally consists of strips of fabric (the logs) arranged around a square. It has been used since the middle of the 19th century, and its popularity as a piecing technique in quilting is no doubt due to its versatility, both within the block and in the arrangement of multiple blocks together. It can be endlessly refreshed and renewed.
In this class, we will focus on the single block, and you will learn how to create three different log cabins using linen: the double line, foundation pieced and herringbone linen log cabin.
Techniques covered in class:
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Cut and handle linen for patchwork.
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Double line log cabin.
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Foundation pieced log cabin.
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Herringbone linen log cabin variations.
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Presenting your work: quilted cushion or artwork stretched on canvas frame.
Level: You will need to be reasonably confident with a sewing machine to attend this class.
Materials: All tools and materials are included. We will be using plain linen fabric. If you would prefer to bring your own fabric along to the class please do so.
Refreshments: Hot drinks, cold drinks and snacks will be available in the workshop throughout the day. There will be a break for lunch - lots of places nearby sell food or you are welcome to bring a packed lunch into the workshop.
About Your Teacher: Catherine-Marie Longtin is a French Canadian quilt-maker and textile artist living and working in South East London. Her designs channel her lifelong love of textiles, colour and minimalist abstract art. She does commission work for private clients and sells quilts and artworks online, via open studio events and textile fairs.The log cabin is her favourite piecing technique.
Please take a moment to read our cancellation policy before you book: Unfortunately our classes are non refundable. Due to our small class sizes it is also very difficult to transfer your booking to a different date. If you cannot attend a class and are able to notify us at least two weeks before the class starts, it may be possible to fit you in on another date but this is not guaranteed so please give us as much notice as possible to increase your chances.
In the event that we are forced to cancel a class, we will endeavour to give you as much notice as possible and offer either a full refund or swap your booking to another suitable date.
