Intro to Hand Quilting with Jane Burleigh

Saturday October 10th, 12pm-3pm

QFA Museum Education Annex, 112 Morris St. La Conner, WA

Workshop Description:

This workshop offers a gentle introduction to quilt making through the creation of a small quilt or pieced sampler. Students will learn several hand quilting techniques by finishing a vintage block. We will also explore composition, fabric selection, a brief history of the craft in the United States, and what exactly defines a quilt. Students will leave with a finished piece and foundational skills to explore full size quilt making or to finish vintage quilt tops on their own. This class is suitable for absolute beginners as well as seasoned fiber artists who want to try quilting or brush up on their skills. 

Materials List:


The instructor will bring:

• Vintage quilt blocks to choose from
• Batting
• Backing fabric
• Thread, needles, thimbles, scissors

You will need to bring:

• A snack and a water bottle

About the Instructor:

Jane Burleigh is a textile artist, educator, and former marine canvas worker based in Bellingham, WA. After eight years in production sewing, she’s developed a thoughtful approach to tools and workflow. She believes that simple, well-chosen setups make the creative process more enjoyable. Raised around vintage textiles by her quilter mother, she holds a deep respect for domestic craft. She’s currently expanding her skills in weaving, natural dyeing, and regenerative farming, with the goal of one day growing many of her own materials. Jane teaches workshops that invite people to connect with the long lineage of textile craft while making something beautiful and useful.  

Enjoy free admission to the QFA Museum on the day of your workshop! The Museum is open 11am-5pm, Wed-Sun. Members always have free admission!

Class cancellation policy: Refunds minus a 10% processing fee will be given up to two (2) weeks before the workshop. Requested refunds less than two (2) weeks before the workshop will only be issued if the vacancy is filled, or registrant may use towards another workshop within the same calendar year. In the unlikely event that a Workshop must be cancelled by the Museum, a full refund will be issued. Please let me know as soon as possible if you cannot attend the workshop you've registered for!