Christmas Tree Skirt.KTX

Join this class to craft not one, but two stunning Christmas tree skirts using 12 different fabrics (approximately 8 yards in total). In the class, you’ll learn how the unique shape of the wedge ruler creates a bargello-like pattern when the pieces are sewn together. With the help of the teacher, you will master the technique that brings out the vibrant patterns and textures of your chosen fabrics. This class is perfect for confident beginners as well as seasoned quilters.  Throughout the class, you will receive detailed instructions and hands-on support, ensuring that each step of the process is both enjoyable and educational. Don't miss this opportunity to double your quilting pleasure and come away with two exquisite Christmas tree skirts for the price of one class.  These unique tree skirts will add a touch of handmade charm to your holiday décor, making them perfect gifts or keepsakes for your own home.

Christmas Tree Skirt Class Supply List
Fabric – these are suggested for traditional Christmas colors. Feel free to change your color pattern, but you will need to ensure that you have the same yardage. Fabrics with the (*) are focus fabrics and will show in a prominent place in the tree skirt

Red 1 – 3/4 yard
Red 2 – 3/4 yard *
Red 3 – 1 yard *
Red 4 – 1/3 yard
Green 1 – 1/2 yard
Green 2 – 1 yard *
Green 3 – 1/2 yard
Green 4 – 1 yard
White 1 – 1/3 yard
White 2 – 2/3 yard
White 3 – 2/3 yard
Multi-colored – 1/3 yard
Adaptational Fabric (not needed at the time of class)
Binding – 1 yard to do both tree skirt
Backing – 3 yards to do both tree skirts
Batting – 3 yards to do both tree skirts

Other Supplies
• Pattern – can be purchased in the store
• 10 degree wedge ruler – can be purchased in the store
• Sewing machine
o In good working order (the teacher is not trained in sewing machine repair)
o 1⁄4” piecing foot
o New needle (if using good quality, 50 weight thread, an 80 Universal needle should do
very well)

• Neutral thread for piecing (high quality Aurifil, Mettler, etc. will make your experience all
that much better)
• Scissors for clipping threads
• Seam ripper (because none of us is perfect)
• Small cutting mat (if not already provided. 12” x 24” should be good)
• Iron & ironing surface (if not already provided). If coming with a friend, you could share one
iron.
• Straight pins (optional)
• Pen/pencil for making notes

• Optional
o Stiletto
o Scraps of fabric to use for leaders & enders
o Reading glasses – if you are like me and who often needs them

Helpful Hint
• Pre-shrinking your fabric: (optional but highly suggested)
o Because we will be sewing strip panels and cutting on a bias, it is helpful to pre-shrink
the fabric. This can be done using a spray bottle and tap water.
o Generously spray your fabric with water and allow the water to soak in for a while
o Press your fabric using a dry iron until it is dry
o (optional) press fabric once again using Best Press, starch, or your favorite pressing
spray