Scrappy Snacks: Bite-Sized Appliqué

Timna Tarr

Quilt Designer & Artist, Fabric Designer, Color Wizard

timnatarr.com

Confident Beginner

45 Minutes

Scraps to Circles: Appliqué Made Sew Easy!

Ready to play with color, scraps, and circles? Join award-winning quilt artist Timna Tarr for a fun, beginner-friendly journey into string quilting and appliqué! Timna, a pro at turning fabric scraps into works of art, will guide you through the process of creating mini pieced circles that each tell their own color story. With her approachable teaching style, you’ll learn to let loose and enjoy the process while building a vibrant quilt project.

This technique-packed course was presented at the 2024 Color Mixer and was so popular that Timna is sharing it with others. She starts the class by demonstrating how to piece stripey, foundation-pieced circles using your fabric stash and fusible. Next, you’ll create small quilt blocks by machine-appliquéing them onto the background squares. Timna spends time discussing color stories and layouts, allowing you to look at your scrap bag with new eyes and play with color on a small scale, all with minimal stress. These circles are so addictive you may not be able to stop! Get ready to tell your own creative stories through color, and enjoy the bonus tips Timna shares for using your pieced circles in larger projects!

Students should have basic quilt knowledge, such as how to sew ¼” seams and how to use their sewing machine.

What you will learn

Master string quilting and basic machine appliqué techniques for vibrant, pieced circles
Create mini-color stories using your fabric scraps
Explore foundation piecing for low-stress, creative projects
Gain practical tips for experimenting with color and pattern on a small scale
Turn your scrap bag into a treasure trove of quilting inspiration!
Submit a photo of your project or fabric scraps for feedback from Timna!
Includes access to course videos, downloads, the Creative Spark private community, and discussion with your instructor. Your course content does not expire.

Downloadable Handout Included

A printed guide is always great to have when you are not in front of a video! You'll receive a downloadable instructional handout with clear steps and helpful tips to guide you through the string quilting and appliqué techniques. It's the perfect companion to keep by your side as you stitch!