Patchwork - A Log Cabin Cushion for the Summer (Beginners & Improvers)

Course intent

This hands-on workshop focusses on the traditional log-cabin patchwork block. In learning how to construct the block, you’ll develop the skills needed to start a new creative hobby, or extend your existing skills guided by expert tuition. The log cabin block looks good on its own and great in multiples - four works well for a cushion square. Your cushion would fit into many settings and seasons.

Enjoy the well-being benefits gained through working in a friendly, creative learning environment.

What will we cover?

• Fabric choice and preparation

• Colour combinations
• Cutting out using a rotary cutter
• Tips to improve accuracy when constructing the block and pressing.
• Adding a border to the block
• Quilting or backing the block and
• Making the blocks up into a cushion or alternative product
• Variations to the traditional block, if you feel confident
• Safeguarding, Prevent & British Values

Learners will be inspired by the contemporary and historical context and will need to keep a sketchbook / notebook to record ideas, processes and progress, and the feedback they receive from the tutor.

There will be demonstrations, instruction, one-to-one tutorial guidance, group discussions and critiques.

To ensure that learners make good progress with their personal learning goals, the tutor will work with the learner on their Individual Learning Plan.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This workshop will suit beginners and improvers to the craft of patchwork. Familiarity with fabric, thread and the ability to straight stitch on a sewing machine will be beneficial.

For adults aged 18 years or older.

As our courses are taught in English, please contact us if you have any concerns about your level of English.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

• Your own fabrics,

• Thread
• Any additonal components for your individual project and for testing techniques and machine stitches.
• Basic sewing equipment, eg pins, tapemeasure, fabric marker and scissors etc.
• A notepad, pen and pencil.

Sewing machines belonging to the centre are available to use during the workshop.

A ‘needs list’ will be sent out before the start of the workshop which will include what you need to bring and where to source fabrics.

What can I do when I finish the course?

Patchwork, Quilting and Appliqué courses will be offered throughout the year by Surrey Adult Learning to develop the newly acquired skills and this subject area. Occasional Saturday classes and other Needlecraft classes will also be offered including Sew a Super Summer Hat with this tutor on Saturday 22nd June.

Additional information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class. Surrey Adult Learning values and supports equality and diversity by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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