We are delighted to welcome to our studio guest tutor Matt Wilding, Prize Winner at this year's Festival of Quilts, who will teaching this two-day course.
Be the first to make Matt's newly-designed Tessellated Heart Bag. Based on a heart cut gemstone, this bag went viral on the internet when Matt shared the design process.
Learn a mix of creative techniques to produce this unique bag that will grab people's attention and is fit for any occasion.
Matt is from sleepy Dorset and studied sculpture at university. He formerly used his creative hands in a different way when he opened an artisan bakery. After a life changing accident when he broke his back, he discovered quilting in 2016 as part of his recovery and has been teaching ever since.
He combines his love of sculpture with quilting in a unique way. His latest piece, “Wear Your Wings With Pride”, won 1st prize in the Quilted Creations category at Festival of Quilts in 2025.
What You’ll Learn: Techniques and Project
- Making a three-dimensional design
- Freezer Paper Foundation Paper Piecing
- Work with iron-on foam stabiliser
- Quilt-As-You-Go
- Zipper installation
What’s Included:
- FPP patterns printed and ready to go including templates for cutting out>
- Small class size (maximum 8 participants) for individual guidance
- Hands-on, practical teaching in a relaxed, friendly studio setting
- All handout materials provided
- Refreshments provided during breaks and optional pre-order lunch (chargeable) from a local café or bring your own
What You’ll Need To Bring
- Sewing machine in full working order
- Fabric and thread of your choice
- Iron and pressing mat
- Creative curiosity!
*A list of specific additional items will be sent to you prior to the course
THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULLY BOOKED - IF YOU WISH TO BE PUT ON OUR RESERVE LIST OR ARE INTERESTED IN ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP IF IT IS RERUN, PLEASE EMAIL SALES@QUILTDIRECT.CO.UK.
