Region of York Quilters Guild

Workshops - Hands On Learning

This is your opportunity to immerse yourself in learning a new technique or just soaking up the creativity of your teacher and the fellow students around you.... not to mention the fun!

Crystalize - Intro to Foundation Paper Piecing with Bobbi Gentili

Friday October 2, 2026 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

  • How to cut fabric for FPP with minimal waste.
  • How to line up, pin, and sew accurately (the first time).
  • How to assemble the foundation sections into blocks.
  • How to match seams for perfect points.
  • Tips for removing papers painlessly.

Class will also include a discussion on fabric selection, favourite tools, and supplies to set you up for success.

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Embellish Your Style with Shirley Dawson

October 17th 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM

St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Newmarket

Learn creative ways to up-cycle and embellish your clothes.  Whether you love the eclectic look of the Bohemian style or just want to repair, not replace, you favourite denim jeans, this class will start you on your way to creating your own style.  Bring an item of clothing or a piece of fabric to class to start repairing or creating your own one-of-a-kind garment.  You will learn different applique techniques as well as embroidery stitches to combine and layer different fabrics and colours, resulting in you own original creation.  Come with ideas and pictures to start the design process.

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