Anita Shackelford Workshop – Cherry Wreath (Supply List below)

Submitted by rmmquilter on Fri, 12/04/2009 - 11:57am

Workshop Saturday January 9 – Cherry Wreath

This adaptation of a traditional cherry wreath includes corded stem, padded fruit, a ruched butterfly, stem stitch and chain stitch embroidery. Full day / Intermediate level

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_____ Friday, January 8, 2010 – Cutwork Applique Designs Cost: $35.00
Location: Oxford Public Library 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

_____ Saturday, January 9, 2010 – Cherry Wreath Workshop Cost: $35.00
Location: Oxford Public Library 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Checks payable to OCQG – Send to Ruth McCormick, 572 Rolling Green Cir N, Rochester Hills, MI 48309 (248) 375-1882 Supply lists will be sent via email.

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Cherry Wreath Supply List
This adaptation of a traditional cherry wreath pattern includes corded stems, padded fruit and a ruched butterfly plus chain stitch and stem stitch embroidery. An introduction to dimensional applique; the focus of this class will be on hand applique and embroidery.
Supply list:
Fabrics:
15" background block.
For main stem: 3 bias strips cut 1/2" x 12" color of
your choice.
For cherries: 8" square of red or color of your choice.
For leaves: 12" square of green or color of your choice.
For butterfly: bias strip cut 1 1/4" x 4".
Sewing threads to match all fabrics.
Quilting thread to match butterfly fabric.
Embroidery floss for leaf and cherry stems.
8" square of cotton blend batting - Fairfield Cotton Classic
or Hobbs Heirloom Cotton recommended.
50" length of white or green polyester rug yarn and
#16 or #18 tapestry needle.
Template material.
RucheMark Strip Ruching Guide (will be available for purchase in class - $12)
Assorted sizes (8-12) sharps or straw needles for applique and embroidery.
Small pins for applique.
Small pair of scissors.
Other basic sewing supplies.