Spend the day learning how to quilt with us in the serene environment of the farm during wintertime. We'll be gathering as a group to learn the necessary skills for the craft from Susan Chiappini of Arrow Maker Quilts.

During the workshop, Susan will provide demonstration, hands on instruction, and assistance with techniques for cutting + piecing fabric. We'll also discuss traditional patterns, project planning, and material sourcing. The event is open to beginners with basic sewing machine knowledge and folks with some quilting experience.

At lunchtime, attendees will pause to enjoy a communal lunch from Talbott and Arding in the Farm House.

Susan studied human physiology and nutrition at the Medical College of Virginia, and Columbia University and she is certified as a Master Food Preserver through Cornell Co-operative Extension. She works seasonally as the farm kitchen supervisor at Montgomery Place Orchards, Red Hook, NY in the summer and spends winter stitching quilts for family, friends and retail through Arrow Maker.

Attendees will be asked to bring the below materials:

- Self-healing cutting mat for quilting 24 X 18

- Rotary cutter 45mm

- Grid ruler 8.5 X 24

- Seam ripper

- All purpose thread in neutral color

- Sewing machine in good working order

- 1⁄4” foot attachment for your machine if you have it

- 1 yard quilting cotton that will contrast with the provided muslin

- Fabric scissors for snipping thread

Register here.