About the class

Join us for a fun and creative six-week quiltmaking class where you’ll create a lap quilt using the stunning Delectable Mountains block! This course is perfect for all experience levels—whether you’re just starting out or are an experienced quilter looking to refine your skills.

Over the course of six weeks, you’ll be guided through every step of the quiltmaking process, from selecting fabrics to piecing, quilting, and binding. While the Delectable Mountains block will be the foundation of your quilt, you’ll have the opportunity to customize the design by choosing your own fabric colors and patterns, allowing you to create a quilt that reflects your unique style.

Each class will focus on mastering new techniques, including cutting, piecing, pressing, and basic quilting methods. You’ll receive expert guidance on how to work with different fabric choices, how to piece the blocks accurately, how to assemble your quilt top and complete your quilt. 

By the end of the six weeks, you’ll have a beautiful, finished lap quilt to take home and enjoy. Whether you’re looking to make a cozy addition to your living room or create a thoughtful gift, this class is a perfect opportunity to dive into the world of quilting in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Fabric for your quilt top will be provided (choose from the wide selection in the studio), or choose to bring your own after consulting with the instructor. Suggestions for suitable batting and backing will be provided during class. Basic machine sewing experience is required. No quilting experience is necessary. Students will use studio sewing machines during the first class meeting but may opt to bring their own machine thereafter.

Are you an SCC Member? All Memberships(Excluding the $50/year tier) receive 10% off any purchase above $40. You should have received your discount code in your membership confirmation email.

If you have any questions regarding the use of your code, you can contact Sean Baskin at sean@sonomacommunitycenter.org or call the office at (707)938-4626.

Not a member? View more information about our monthly and yearly plans here.

The Sonoma Community Center is committed to creating an accessible learning environment. If you require any special considerations(medical, physical, learning) please share them with Sean Baskin, Program Associate, by emailing him at sean@sonomacommunitycenter.org so that he can forward them to the relevant Program Director and Instructor.

About the instructor

Laura Lee Fritz

Instructor / Artist

Laura has taught fiber arts, including surface design, since 1989.  For 23 years she was the quiltmaking instructor for Napa Valley College. Her professional quilting career has taken her from Alaska and Canada to Mexico, from Hawaii to Boston, to teach and practice.  She has been published internationally for six quilting books, and self-published as many more.

https://lauraleefritz.net

Questions and Answers

What skill level is right for me?

• All Levels
• Welcomes participants from beginning through advanced. Instructor provides a balanced and flexible curriculum suitable for participants with any level of experience.
• Beginning
• Participant has little to no experience with this medium and needs or expects guidance at every step during the class. Participant wants to learn about materials, techniques, and vocabulary of the medium.
• Intermediate
• Participant is comfortable with the medium and expects both guidance and time to work alone with the medium.
• Advanced
• Participant is very confident with all aspects of the medium. Participant is self-motivated; ready to experiment and develop their artistic voice.

Is there a building map so I can find my room ahead of time?

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What is the process for cancelling my registration?

We ask that you notify us at least 10 days in advance of a class if you need to cancel your registration. You may cancel by phone or email and we will gladly offer you a refund or credit toward a future class. If you cancel with less than 10 days’ notice, we will not be able to provide refunds, due to our contractual obligations and material purchases for each class. 

Sometimes, the Sonoma Community Center has to cancel a class due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances, such as a natural disaster or health emergency. If this happens and we do not offer a reschedule date, you will be refunded 100% of your registration fee, or credit towards a future class. If we are able to offer a reschedule date but you are unable to make the new date, we will gladly offer credit towards a future class.

Do you pro-rate late additions to classes?

Late additions to any program, class, or workshop that has already begun will be allowed on a per-case basis depending upon the Program Director & instructors approval. Late additions will have to pay the full registration cost of the class, along with any materials fees, and will not be prorated for the time missed. You may reach out to the program directors directly, or the Program Associate Sean Baskin at sean@sonomacommunitycenter.org to request a late addition.

I am interested in teaching, where can I find more information?

We are always looking for new instructors. You can find more information about the process here, or fill out the form directly here.

Where can I find your full class policies and guidelines?

You can view our full class policies and guidelines here.

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