{"product_id":"maple-leaf-stitching-academy-beginner-applique-class-happy-circles","title":"Maple Leaf Stitching Academy Beginner Applique Class - Happy Circles 🧵❤️🪡","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003e✨ Happy Circles \u0026amp; Appliqué: A Fun, Creative Quilt Class! 🧵❤️\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eDiscover the joy of appliqué and create a quilt that’s uniquely YOU!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eHave you always wanted to try appliqué but weren’t sure where to start? Maybe you’ve tried one method and wondered what else was possible? Or perhaps you’re ready to explore new techniques and add a little extra personality to your quilting! 🎨✂️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt’s time to make appliqué your happy place!\u003c\/strong\u003e 💕\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eJoin Sharla at Maple Leaf Quilting Company for a fun, hands-on, \u003cstrong\u003e2-day quilting adventure \u003c\/strong\u003ewhere you’ll explore a variety of appliqué techniques while creating a beautiful, custom quilt top featuring playful Happy Circles!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eWhether you’re curious about needle-turn appliqué, fusible techniques, or machine appliqué, you’ll discover new skills, experiment with different methods, and find the techniques that work best for YOU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eNo more wondering which method to use — you’ll have plenty of options to add to your quilting toolbox! 🧵✨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003e🗓️ Class Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDates:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 17 \u0026amp; 24, 2027 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM each Wednesday \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharla M.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maple Leaf Quilting Company, 141 River Avenue, Cochrane, AB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e $149.99\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confident Beginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003e🎨 What Will You Learn?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eGet ready to explore the wonderful world of appliqué! Sharla will guide you through a variety of techniques so you can discover which ones you love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e🪡 \u003cstrong\u003eExplore 8 Appliqué Techniques:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedle-turn appliqué\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreezer paper method\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw-edge hand appliqué\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFused appliqué\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw-edge machine appliqué\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth-edge appliqué\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvisible machine appliqué\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReverse appliqué\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong\u003eDesign Like a Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose colours and coordinate fabrics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan your design and create a unique layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperiment with different interfacings and fusible products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to position your appliqué pieces for a beautiful finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e⭕ \u003cstrong\u003eMake Circles Your Happy Place!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eDiscover the secrets to creating beautiful appliquéd circles and learn how to incorporate them into a stunning quilt design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003e❤️ Your Creative Project: Happy Circles!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eImagine a gorgeous whole-cloth background, beautiful fabric combinations, and playful appliquéd circles that bring your quilt to life!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThe featured design combines a beautiful whole-cloth background with Happy Circles to create a quilt full of colour, character, and personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eOver our two days together, Sharla will guide you through the process of creating your own custom quilt top, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e✂️ Squaring and cutting your background fabric\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e🎨 Choosing colours and planning your fabric placement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e📐 Creating a layout that makes your design shine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e🧵 Learning and practising different appliqué techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e❤️ Piecing your appliqué into a beautiful quilt top\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThe original pattern makes a 60” × 78” quilt, but you can determine the size!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eAnd the best part? You'll leave with a whole new set of skills to use in future quilting projects!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003e🪡 What's Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eYour class registration includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e✔️ The Happy Circles quilt pattern \u0026amp; any fusible or interfacing required \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔️ 1.5m piece of 108” wideback fabric of your choice for your whole cloth background \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e✔️ Full instruction and hands-on guidance from Sharla\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e✔️ A chance to explore multiple appliqué techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003e10% off fabric and supplies\u003c\/strong\u003e purchased for your class\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003e10% off longarm quilting services \u003c\/strong\u003eif you finish your quilt top within one month\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThat's new skills, creative inspiration, and a beautiful new quilt project all rolled into one! 💕\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003e🧰 What to Bring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eGather your sewing supplies and get ready to create!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(based on 44\" wide fabric)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFat quarters OR ½ metre each of coordinating fabrics (Sharla used 8 different fabrics for her circles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eInstructor's tip:\u003c\/em\u003e You can use the same fabric for all your circles or use a variety!!!! The choice is up to you 😊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSewing essentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSewing machine in good working order, including foot pedal and bobbins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread, pins, and scissors or snips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotary cutter and cutting mat (communal supplies are available)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron and pressing board (these will help speed up your progress!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic troubleshooting knowledge for your sewing machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003e🧵 Is This Class for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThis class is ideal for \u003cstrong\u003ebeginners\u003c\/strong\u003e who are comfortable using their sewing machine and have some basic sewing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eYou don't need to be an appliqué expert — that's what we're here for!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eCome ready to learn, experiment, ask questions, and discover new ways to add beautiful details to your quilts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA little note about finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a two-day class, and we're aiming to complete your quilt top during our time together. 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