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Postcard from Sweden Quilt Sew Along Workshop



Join us as we make the Postcard from Sweden Quilt together! We'll share best practices, tools, and tips to stay organized and precise so you end up with a gorgeous throw-sized quilt! 

This quilt design was inspired by a postcard set by Tom Frazier Kelli Liddle of Jeli Quilts found in IKEA. She says, “The colors just pulled me in and I set out to make a quilt version.” This pattern is how she interpreted the postcard into a quilt and is her original work. 

This free pattern is a stunner but we learned a lot along the way as we made it and we want to share our tips with you! 

We used Ruby & Bee solids for our version but you are welcome to use the Kona solids that the pattern calls for, if you prefer.
We love the softness of the Ruby & Bee solids and you can see from our sample, that the color saturation can't be beat. We will have fat quarter bundles available for purchase that work perfectly with the pattern.

You can also work this up in prints that read as solids for a textured vibe! We love Ruby Star Society Speckled and Libs Elliott Glaze as options!

You will have the option to make one of two quilt sizes: 48" x 60" or 60" x 75"

for the top:
- 36 solid fabric fat quarters - we will have bundles for you to purchase, if you'd like to do it in the Ruby & Bee solids.
- backing: 48" x 60" quilt: 3 yards fabric | for the 60" x 75" quilt: 4 yards fabric
- binding: 48" x 60" quilt 1/2 yard fabric, for the 60" x 75" quilt 3/4 yard fabric
- Twin-sized batting
- pins/wonder clips

During the sew-along, we'll share tips, tools, and best practices so you don't lose track of your half-square triangles or burn out on the process. We had a lot of fun making this, but it can be a big undertaking if you're unprepared!

Limited to 4 students.


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Additional Information

Parking:
  • Free street parking is available on Germantown Avenue, Carpenter Lane, Meehan Street, and surrounding side streets. Please note that even if parking is free, there may be an enforced time limit. You may need to walk a bit to get to the shop, please plan accordingly.
Mass Transit:
  • The SEPTA 23 bus from Market Street Station in Center City headed towards Chestnut Hill stops directly in front of Needles & Bolts.


Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Details: You will need to be able to sew an accurate 1/4" seam allowance. If you're not sure, let us know and we can help!
Materials Included: Bring your own materials. Irons, cutting mats, design walls & machines will be provided.
Instructor: Amanda Karel
Instructor Bio: Amanda Karel began cross-stitching when she was 6 years old. Over the years, her love for making things expanded into several formats -- sewing garments, baking, crochet, embroidery, macrame, and now quilting. She loves teaching, learning new skills, and helping people realize their creative visions. You can see some of Amanda's projects on Instagram: @amanda.karel or visit her at Needles & Bolts during one of her shifts.
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