Explore eight design guides that get the creative juices flowing. Look at examples of captivating compositions from fine art and the quilt world. Create a “fabric sketch” for each of the design guides using fused fabrics. Learn to edit, audition and improvise using a super helpful design checklist. Consider adding details with machine and hand stitching. Your completed set of fabric sketches can be used for reference and inspiration for future art quilts.

Size: Students have an opportunity to make eight 15×15 cm fabric sketches

Goals: Learn raw edge fused appliqué, explore design and composition, embellish with hand embroidery. Consider working in a series.