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Snyder's Sewing Center

Techniques, techniques, and more techniques with Joyce Hughes!



In this one day class, 8 techniques will be covered and applied to a beautiful panel. You will learn step by step basic instructions for: 1) Free Motion Quilting, 2) Dimensional Thread Painting, 3) Trapunto, 4) Application of Multiple Overlays, 5) Various 3D Layering, 6) Bobbin Work, 7) Blocking and Squaring a quilt and of course, 8) Applying Crystals! More importantly, you will learn the proper steps of creating these numerous techniques, but also why and when to apply them to a quilt!
You will see the effects of various techniques and supplies, and how they can create added interest of texture and dimension to a piece of art!
Instructor Name:
Joyce Hughes
Instructor Bio:
Joyce is an amazing award winning fiber artist that uses her domestic sewing machine to create breathtaking fabric panels and quilts using raw-edge applique, thread painting and other various embellishment techniques.

Amazingly, her first art quilt, "Mother's Day", was entered into a National Show and won a Blue Ribbon. This has led to numerous awards, recognition and opportunities in the quilting world. One proud accomplishment of Joyce's, in October 2012, she was selected as "McCall's Quilt Designer 2012 - Professional Category" for McCall's Quilting Magazine.

Currently, Joyce has a new book, "Creating Art Quilts with Panels" - working with fabric panels to create dimension and texture with threads and embellishments- creating a style of her own! Joyce loves to teach and share her tips. One of her greatest accomplishments is when a student creates their own art work following Joyce's technique of Dimensional Thread Painting!

Techniques, techniques, and more techniques with Joyce Hughes!

Cost:
$ 139.00
Includes fabric and thread kit