{"title":"Tutor - Karen Purdew","description":"\u003cp\u003eKaren is an ambassador for the AccuQuilt fabric die-cutting system, for which Quilt Direct is the exclusive retailer in the UK. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as teaching people how to use AccuQuilt, Karen also enjoys demonstrating innovative ways to use the dies. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer other classes are for patchwork and quilting, from giving clear instructions for beginners and improvers to guiding experienced quilters through advanced techniques. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"introduction-to-patchwork-and-quilting-techniques-monthly-club-2026","title":"Beginners and Improvers Patchwork and Quilting Techniques Monthly Club","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCome and join us on this fabulous tuition series run by our resident patchwork and quilting expert Karen Purdew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis four part monthly class will give you access to the different techniques which will either result in a final single project (sampler quilt) or four individual items.  Enhance your skills and expertise on a monthly basis with like minded pupils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith access to Accuquilt machines and dies you will learn a variety of patchwork techniques.   You do not need to own or bring an Accuquilt machine with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/b\u003e: Beginners and Improvers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhen\u003c\/b\u003e: Fridays -  8 May, 5 June, 3 July, 7 August 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhere\u003c\/b\u003e: Our light, spacious studio at Quilt Direct, designed for comfort and creativity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDuration\u003c\/b\u003e: 1 day per month over 4 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSmall class size, maximum 8 participants per day ensuring plenty of individual attention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eRelaxed, hands-on teaching in a creative setting\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eRefreshments provided during breaks,  pre-order lunch (chargeable) from a local café, or bring your own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull details on what to bring will be sent to you prior to the course start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quilt Direct Tuition","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56524490572158,"sku":"BEGINPATCHWRKMAR2026","price":280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0364\/7048\/9225\/files\/beginners-and-improvers-patchwork-and-quilting-techniques-monthly-club.png?v=1781014111"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0364\/7048\/9225\/collections\/Karen_Photo_c49956f1-cabe-43bf-85fd-b271916e2188.jpg?v=1773230622","url":"https:\/\/quiltdirect.co.uk\/collections\/tutor-karen-purdew.oembed","provider":"Quilt Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}