Beginner Bootcamp

Fri, 10 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm UTC-05:00

10351 Portal Rd #111, La Vista, NE 68128 | La Vista

Fabric Bash
Publisher/HostFabric Bash
Beginner Bootcamp
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Learn the foundations of quilting in a friendly, encouraging environment designed especially for beginners. This two day, hands on workshop is perfect if you have ever wanted to start quilting but felt unsure where to begin.
Built around The Quilting Book from DK, a comprehensive guide featuring more than 200 step by step techniques and 85 classic quilt blocks, this class provides a clear, relaxed path to understanding how quilting really works from the ground up.
You will learn not just how to quilt, but why each step matters, so you can leave class feeling confident and ready to continue on your own.
Class Schedule
- April 10–11
- Friday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM - Dinner included
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
What You’ll Learn
Your instructor will guide you through essential quilting skills at a comfortable pace, including:
- How to measure, cut, and piece accurately
- Understanding fabric grain and layout
- Beginner friendly piecing techniques
- Pressing methods that improve accuracy and reduce bulk
- How to assemble a quilt top and prepare it for quilting
- Quilting and binding basics so you can finish with confidence
Why This Class Works for Beginners
This workshop is designed with clarity and support in mind. Each technique is demonstrated step by step, followed by hands on practice time. Questions are encouraged throughout the class, and instruction focuses on helping you understand both the process and the purpose behind each technique.
The goal is for you to leave feeling capable, informed, and excited to continue quilting.
What’s Included
- Two full days of guided instruction
- Live demonstrations with hands on practice
- Use of The Quilting Book as the class reference
- A welcoming, low pressure learning environment
Who This Class Is For
- Brand new quilters
- Returning quilters who want a strong refresher
- Anyone who wants a solid foundation before starting their first quilt
- No prior quilting experience is required.
Class Dates and Locations
- April 10–11
- July 10–11
- October 9–10
Space is limited for each session to ensure plenty of individual support and hands on instruction.
Mandatory Supply List
Please bring the following items to class. Familiarity with your sewing machine is required.
- Sewing machine in good working order
- Prior knowledge of threading your machine, winding a bobbin, and inserting the bobbin is required
- Please bring your owner’s manual
- Extra machine needles, size 80/12
- Bobbins
- Thread
- Rotary cutter
- Self healing cutting mat
- Quilting ruler, 6" x 24" or 6 ½" x 24"
- Scissors
- Seam ripper
- Pins or clips
- Pin cushion or small container
- Marking tool of choice
- Pencil
- Blue wash away pen
- Purple air erase pen
- Chaco chalk pen
- Frixion pen
Fabric requirements and additional materials will be provided upon registration.
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10351 Portal Rd #111, La Vista, NE 68128, United States

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