Calling all Patchwork novices: get down to Flowerfield now!

IF YOU'VE ever thought about trying your hand at the delights of Patchwork, look no further than Flowerfield Arts Centre, Portstewart, which is holding a one day workshop on 'Patchwork for Absolute Beginners' on Saturday February 6.
By The Newsroom
Published 20th Jan 2010, 08:19 BST
Updated 25th Jan 2010, 15:34 BST

The fee for the workshop is only 25, and there are still some places available on the relaxed and friendly workshop, which starts at 10am and runs through til 4pm.

Learn how to cut using a rotary cutter and mat, how to sew using quarter inch seams and learn a few patchwork terms. Participants will make a lap quilt in the Rail Fence pattern.

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The fabric requirements are: First fabric - half a metre; Second fabric - half a metre; Third fabric - one metre; backing fabric one and a quarter metres (old sheet or new fabric); A wadding piece no smaller than 44 by 44 inches (this can be purchased from the tutor if necessary); Thread to match with fabric or gray; A packed lunch.

Remember to bring extra fabric if you want to make a larger quilt. And if you have any questions give the tutor Sue Taylor a call on 028 2074 2125.

If you’d like to book a place on the workshop, get in touch with the reception staff at Flowerfield on (028) 7083 1400.

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