Lis Binns (Patchwork and Quilting)
- Experienced tutor with teaching and City and Guilds qualifications.
- Teaches regular classes at Inspirations in Preston and Creative Threads in Garstang.
- Also gives talks and runs workshops for different groups and venues.
- Lis started doing patchwork in 2006 but has been sewing most of her life (dressmaking, embroidery, blackwork, etc)
"Patchwork and quilting is a fun way of making something big out of something small. Before you know it, a few pieces put together can become a throw, a wall hanging, a bag, a full bed quilt or just a cushion.
"Each course focuses on a different technique from American block patchwork to appliqué to different types of quilting. Each technique could be used to make a variety of things.
"Come and find out how much fun it is to cut up fabric only to sew it together again! New and experienced patchworkers are welcome." L.B.
We have tried to put examples of certain techniques below - Lis can help with anything you are already working on (we know the term UFO - Unfinished Objects - is recognised in many Quilting circles). By its nature, quiliting can start off with small projects and expand infinitely. Lis can start you off if needs be or you can bring existing work for attention and Lis advise as you go along.-
- Example of a possible technique (Lis Binns)
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- Example of a possible technique (Lis Binns)
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- A stained glass window effect on a cushion (Lis Binns)
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- Stained Glass interpretation on a quilt (Lis Binns)
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- Curved Pieing on a shoulder bag flap (Lis Binns)
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- A Skyline triptych (Lis Binns)
PATCHWORK: APPLIQUE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAppliqué is the process of attaching one piece of fabric to another and this can be done in many ways to create a decorative pattern or picture. You can choose hand or machine-sewing, use just one technique or try several on this intensive appliqué masterclass. Different designs will be available to experiment with. Alternatively, bring
FULLY BOOKED: QUILTERS’ SUMMER RETREAT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomRelax and create with new friends and old as you sew your day away. Lis will bring a selection of projects for you to tackle with her support; choose from a lap quilt, a wall hanging, or try your hand at bag-making. Alternatively bring a project from home to work on in the company of
PATCHWORK: BARGELLO
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomBargello is usually thought of as an Italian embroidery/tapestry technique, but in this course we are going to be tackling the patchwork version. Use from five to fifteen fabrics to construct the design of your choice – or there is a two-fabric alternative. You can choose to make a wall hanging or a full quilt;