I love things made by hand.I think it the most special gift one could receive.Where could I learn how to sew and make quilts?
I am in Houston...for the people that do this,where did you learn?
2006-08-18 04:30:29 · 10 answers · asked by crystal 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Alot of times your local fabric store will have classes on that kind of stuff.
Also you could try www.quilts.com and read on the quilters festival right there in Houston. I googled it. I typed in "quilting classes in Houston" and they had a bunch of websites. Hope this helps.
2006-08-18 04:46:59 · answer #1 · answered by chickmomma5 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Some people learn because Mom or Grandma taught them. Don't forget the tx shows sewing with Nancy or Fons and potter. I don't know if there is a JOANNS store where you live but they have classes all the time! I am glad you want to learn I think that is great not enough people today want to do this. I love to sew but I don't know how to do everthing. One of theses days when the kids are older I will take the time to take a class in the mean time I teach myself bu trial and error. don't be afraid to just try.
2006-08-18 04:38:04 · answer #2 · answered by memorris900 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom started quilting when she retired. She was a lifelong sewing person. She took a class at the local fabric shop. and started there.. There is a specialty fabric store she goes to now that specializes in quilt making supplies and fabric.
2006-08-18 09:03:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a few local quilting shops and pick up a schedule for beginning classes. Also, sometimes a place like your local YWCA will offer quilting classes. It's a lot of fun and you meet nice people there too. Enjoy! I wish I had the time for it!
2006-08-18 04:36:41 · answer #4 · answered by Zelda Hunter 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Quilting is big in TX you should have no problem. Look in the phone book and see if you have a Fabricmart or a Calico Corners. They not only have classes but some great fabrics that you won't find in regular retail stores.
2006-08-18 08:06:58 · answer #5 · answered by Pardonthepun 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are many quilters guilds in the Greater Houston area. Do a simple web search and you can find them and the ones closest to you. They are a great resource for those interested in getting into quilting.
They typically set up small groups that meet periodically and share information, etc.
2006-08-18 04:52:26 · answer #6 · answered by oil field trash 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I learn by myself, by trial and error, but you could try a menonite community I don't know if there are any web sites they may have, but a lot of their work is beautiful. Sewing is not one of my preferred hobbies but I like it once in awhile. I learnt how to sew in primary school and my mom, thanks for asking.
2006-08-18 04:40:09 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
many community colleges have non-credit courses for lots of special interests. or go to a fabric store, check their bulletin board or ask a sales person about classes. have fun!!
2006-08-18 04:38:32 · answer #8 · answered by shar71vette 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i just learned how to sew last month when my mom visited me
it's really not that hard, just learning how to operate the machine is the trickiest part
2006-08-18 04:37:53 · answer #9 · answered by - - - - - 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try this site
http://quilting.about.com/od/stepbystepquilting/a/make_a_quilt.htm
You could also ask your local church....they may know of quilters/sewers in your area....ladies at my hairdresser's helped me with the same thing.
Good Luck
2006-08-18 05:29:26 · answer #10 · answered by STRETCH 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋