Give your Christmas decor the wow factor with these oversized poinsettia blooms. The asymmetrical design gives a contemporary nod while the depth and richness of color bring an elegance to any space. This quilt is constructed using a variety of shapes and sizes all cut using the original Creative Grids 60-degree diamond ruler. The piecing starts smaller in the middle and “blooms” out bigger with each row of petals. There is no fussy piecing or Y seams involved!

Learn how to make the quilted Elemental Jacket, a perfect everyday coat that can be made by cutting up a quilt, using quilted yardage, or using a supplemental companion pattern to make the coat pieces. The pattern has a lot of flexibility. You can make one of three different lengths, include pockets or not, add a collar or hood, or even curve the neck or bottom. In the first session we will decide on the type of jacket you want to make and your approach, along with tracing your pattern so you will be able to reuse the pattern. If you are cutting up a quilt, we can also lay out the pattern pieces on the quilt to get the look you want and you may be able to start sewing. Please look for the supply list on the Quilt Crossing website.

Want to learn to longarm your own quilt? This certification class will make machine quilting a fun, happy experience for you!