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Strata Star Quilting Workshop

May 20, 2025 - May 27, 2025

R500.00

From Simple Strips to Striking Stars: Discover the Magic of Strata Star Quilting!

If you’ve ever looked at a star quilt and thought, “That’s way out of my league,” think again. Strata star quilting is the perfect way to achieve breathtaking quilt designs without the overwhelm of traditional methods.

Even if you’ve never quilted before but can sew a straight line, you’ll be amazed at how easily you can create a stunning Strata Star quilt.

Bring Depth, Colour & Movement to Your Quilting - The Easy Way

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to transform ordinary fabric strips into mesmerising quilt blocks with depth, movement, and a stunning starburst effect. It’s a clever technique that plays with colour placement and geometry—but simplified for real-world quilters who don’t want to overthink it.

You’ll start by creating your own “strata star” — beautiful layered panels made by sewing strips of fabric together. From there, you’ll cut and reassemble these panels into dynamic blocks that give the illusion of intricate piecing. The process is methodical, relaxing, and incredibly rewarding.

A Simple Start to a Showstopper Quilt

This is a two-day experience, held over two full Tuesdays, one week apart, giving you time to enjoy the process without feeling rushed. You’ll join fellow quilters for full-day sessions filled with sewing, learning, and plenty of “a-ha” moments — with a week in between to finish your homework at your own pace.

Whether you’re a confident beginner looking to expand your skills, or an experienced quilter wanting a fresh project, this is your chance to explore a time-honoured technique with a modern twist.

Come discover how strip quilting can open a world of new creative possibilities — and leave with a quilt block that’s sure to impress.

Pop in for a Quick Prep Chat!

To help everyone get off to a smooth start, we kindly ask participants to visit the shop on Friday, 16 May to collect the info you’ll need for precutting your strips. This little step will make sure we’re all on the same page and ready to dive right in when the workshop begins.

If you can’t make it on Friday, no worries! Just get in touch with Hester, our sewing instructor, and she’ll happily arrange another time that suits you.

How to Book Your Spot

We’ve made booking your workshop seat easier than ever! You can now buy your ticket and pay immediately online via credit card, debit card, or EFT — quick, safe, and secure through iKhokha.

Here’s how it works, step by step:

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Not keen on paying online?

You’re welcome to reserve your seat by simply sending us a WhatsApp on 072 987 2512. We’ll gladly keep a spot for you and send you our banking details if you prefer to pay via EFT.

Or, feel free to pop into the shop and pay in person — we’d love to see you!

FAQ

Required

  • Your sewing machine (cleaned and ready for some sewing!)
  • A straight inches quilting ruler
  • 90 degree ruler
  • 60 degree ruler
  • Roller cutter
  • Quilting pins
  • Quilting clips
  • Thread that matches your fabric

Fabric

You will make this item using 7 different colours quilting fabric strips, measuring 3″ by the width of the fabric.

Choose your fabric colours as follows:

  • One main colour strip needs to be striking in order to make the quilt pop.
  • Two darker strips for outside frame.
  • 4 matching colour strips which either can either medium or light colours.

Optional

  • 24×20″ (60x45cm) cutting board

All of the above-mentioned items is available in our shop.

Unfortunately a kit is not available for this course.

Yes, if you can sew – even if you’ve never quilted before – you can absolutely make a Strata Star quilt!

Strata Star quilting is a beginner-friendly technique that involves sewing together strips of fabric to create a “strata,” which is then cut and reassembled into a star pattern. This method focuses on straight-line sewing and basic cutting, making it accessible for those new to quilting.

You’ll just need a few basic quilting accessories, and Hester will happily guide you on what’s needed.

Details

Start:
May 20, 2025
End:
May 27, 2025
Cost:
R500.00
Sewing Instructor:
Hester Engelbrecht
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