Jennifer Houlden began quilting in Yellowknife, NWT and designing, creating and writing patterns while in the Australian Outback. Since returning to Canada four years ago, she developed Quilts by Jen and designs patterns under her own label and that of Arbee Designs. www.QuiltsByJen.ca.
Fun with Pre-Cuts – All Levels
So many different shapes and sizes to choose from in the world of pre-cuts with such great names like jelly rolls, charm squares, candy, turnovers and layer cakes to name a few… hungry yet? We all buy them and then wonder just what to create with them as they sit in the drawer taking up space. Join Jennifer as she takes the challenge out of what to do with pre-cuts as she presents three different designs to make a small table runner. Kit $20
3 Hour Workshop
Mug Rug Fever – All Levels
Mug rugs are all the rage, a great way to use up your scraps and perfect to sit by your sewing machine for that cup of joe! Create at least one rug as Jennifer guides you step by step and depending on the size you choose, you may have time for two. Jennifer is completing a 52 week mug rug challenge this year, so many samples will be on hand for inspiration. There will be designs to choose from or with a little guidance from Jen, you can design your own. Learn techniques for strip piecing, curved piecing, appliqué, free motion quilting, embellishing, thread play with and without water soluble stabilizer. Finish your quilt with or without binding… all while having fun creating a little piece of art. Kit $40
3 Hour Workshop
Mystery Ruler Grab Bag – All Levels
So many rulers and not enough time to play with them! We all have rulers in our drawers that we haven’t used, so this year Jennifer played with many and found three that she loved and will share with you. These are not only great with pre-cuts but also work well with scraps and yardage. Kits will be done up as grab bags that include 1 of 3 different rulers, fabric and instructions to create a small surprise project. You will not know which ruler you’ll get until you open the bag! The sample depicted uses the Hatchet Template and other templates will include WhirlyGig and Snowball, all from Creative Grids. Kit $40
3 Hour Workshop
Enjoy this Conference Class sneak peek!
Registration begins at the end of July when our updated website www.csnf.com is released with the class days & times. Class fees are $20 per hour (advance purchase) with kit fees extra.
Creativ Festival is returning to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre but MOVING to the NORTH BUILDING (255 Front St. W.) on new days & times! Thursday, Friday & Saturday, October 15, 16 & 17, 2015 with 5 days of Conference Classes starting Tuesday, October 13th