Hexagonal Hatbox Workshop
October 5, 2024
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
North Seattle Conference Room
Skill Level: Beginners – No sewing, basic tracing and cutting skills.
Join Instructors Lady Pamela & Professor Violet as they guide you through making a 16” x 7” basic octagonal fabric-covered hatbox using a pattern developed by Lynn McMasters. This class will give you the skills to make an octagonal hatbox in any size you may need. You will cover the hatbox in your choice of a quilting-weight fabric – choose a design you like, or cover the hatbox to match or coordinate with the color of the hat you will store in it. We’ll have fun building the hatboxes and will discuss ways you may upgrade future hatboxes.
Class size is limited to 8 students, so claim your spot in this workshop now.
Student will provide:
- 1-1/2 yards quilting-weight cotton or muslin, ironed
- Fabric scissors & paper scissors – you will need both!
- Exacto knife with fresh & replacement blades
- Quilt clips, binder clips, or clothespins – min 36 (Dollar Store has a packet of 60 clothespins for $1.25)
- Straight pins
- Ruler – 12 inch or greater; a tape measure may be useful
- Cutting mat
- Pencil
- Paper for notes
- Optional: cording or ribbon for handle – 1 yard x ¼ inch wide (to match or co-ordinate with your fabric)
- Optional: Scribe, embossing stylus or bone folder for scoring fold lines
To Do Before Class:
- Iron your fabric
Provided by the instructor:
- Glue
- Paint brushes
- Grommets & grommet setter
Kit provided for students:
- Hatbox pattern
- Foam core board – 3 pieces
- Handouts
- Poster board – 1 piece
- Tape
Bring:
- Lunch; a snack for yourself or to share
- Water, tea, and coffee will be provided
Workshop Fee:
We look forward to seeing you at this Workshop!
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Updated: September 23, 2024