Spend the day learning how to quilt at the farm this winter. We'll be gathering as a group to learn the necessary skills and strategy from Susan Chiappini of Arrow Maker Quilts. During the workshop, Susan will demonstrate how to assemble an Ohio Star quilt block, provide hands on instruction, and assist 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 quilting experience.

At lunchtime, attendees will pause to enjoy a delicious, communal lunch from Talbott and Arding (included in ticket price).

Susan is a self taught quilt artist/educator living and working in the Hudson Valley. A scientist at heart, she studied human physiology and nutrition at the Medical College of Virginia, and Columbia University and is certified as a Master Food Preserver through Cornell Co-operative Extension. She works seasonally as the farm kitchen supervisor at Montgomery Place Orchard in 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 (Olfa is a suggested brand)

- Rotary cutter 45mm

- Grid ruler 8.5 X 24 (Creative Grid is a suggested brand)

- 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

- 1.5 yard quilting cotton that will contrast with the provided muslin; this can be one single cut or a collection of scraps each at least 7” x 7”.

- Fabric scissors

Get your tickets HERE.