Whirlwind Selvedge

 Looking for a project that will make a dent in your scrap bin? Stitch those selvages you’ve been saving into fun foundation paper pieced pinwheel blocks!

Sewing Machines will be generously provided for students by Bernina/ Hinkletown Sewing Center

No Kit Fee

Class Supplies:

Pattern: Your will need to purchase of pdf copy of the Selvage Whirlwind Block by Amy Friend of During Quiet Time: https://duringquiettime.com/product/selvage-whirlwind Then, print out the templates onto copier paper intended for foundation paper piecing (Carol

Doak’s Foundation Paper, 8-1/2” x 11” newsprint, vellum, or plain old copy paper) at “actual size”, “100%”, or “scaling to none”. Two sheets will be enough for one block, but you may wish to print some additional pages.

Fabric Requirements (as listed on pattern):

A variety of selvages with at least ½” of fabric beyond the selvage edge, ranging from 5 to 7” in length. Or, you can simply use strips of regular quilting cotton.

-Background: (2) 4-1/2” squares per block

Basic Sewing Kit:

-Fabric shears

-Patchwork pins

-Thread snips

-Seam ripper

Rotary Cutting Supplies:

-Rotary cutter with fresh blade

-Small Acrylic ruler at least 6”

-12” Acrylic ruler

-Cutting mat for your workstation

Optional Supplies:

-Washable glue stick or glue pen (such as Sewline)

-Add-a-Quarter ruler

Ironing Supplies: The classroom will be equipped with ironing stations, but you may wish to bring a small iron and pressing mat to share with your table mate. My favorite pressing boards will be available for sale during class (cash, check, or Venmo).

Any questions?  Feel free to e-mail me at andreahoke@icloud.com.