Storm at Sea Block Workshop with Marion Curtis - 31st May 2025 10am-4pm (2 spaces available)

We are excited to offer this workshop focusing on Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) featuring the classic "Strom at Sea" design. The block consists of several elements creating a striking curving effect, making it accessible for beginner quilters while offering a challenge for the more experienced quilter. You will be making a sample block that you can turn into a bag/cushion at home or make more blocks at your leisure and make a quilt!  We will have a maximum of 6 Students.  

What you will learn:

• Basic introduction and the advantages of FPP over other piecing methods 
• About the tools we use and requirements including cutting instructions
• Pattern interpretation - sewing by numbers!
• Dealing with tricky angles and working with directional prints
• Joining many blocks to get accurate results
  
• Tips for success and avoiding common pitfalls

Tutor - Marion Curtis

Marion is a qualified teacher with a degree in Textile Design. With over 30 years experience teaching art and design technology, Marion now focuses on commissioned work and exhibiting in local shows. As a member of the Cambridge Quilters Marion frequently gives talks and runs workshops. With a deep passion for textiles Marion describes herself as a "Modern Quilter" who enjoys improvisational techniques and actively participates in Cambridge Open Studios. 

Requirements list will be given once booked. 

A Maximum of 6 students.  Please note that we need a minimum of 4 students enrolled on the workshop or it will be subject to cancellation.  

In "The Downstairs Studio"  at And Sew We Begin, 10a Old Station Road, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8DN  

Tea/coffee will be available throughout the workshop. 

Workshop and Classes Terms and Conditions

We require full payment in advance to secure your place. This can be done in person at the shop, online via our website or by telephone during shop hours.  Unfortunately, we cannot hold places without full payment. 

Our classes/workshops are non-refundable.  Please make sure you are able to attend before booking as our workshops have limited places available.

In the event you cannot attend you may send someone else in your place. We will need the name of the substitute student in advance.

Please note that the workshop space is now downstairs and Rhiannon will carry your machine downstairs for you. 

All participants must feel that they are able to exit the premises with the minimal assistance in the event of an evacuation.