Event – Let’s Get Threaducated!

Sewing season has arrived.
We’re excited to bring you five brand-new lectures in collaboration with our friends at Wonderfil Specialty Threads!
You will learn all you ever wanted or needed to know about
thread and more!
Door prizes and goodies a plenty!

L001 Threaducation 101 10:30 -12:30

October 17

A comprehensive lecture focused on both the basics and complexities of thread

and their wide range of applications. With the goal of expanding your tool box

and inspiring creativity through education. This class includes numerous samples

and offers many helpful hints and tips throughout!!

Objective

Education focused on the fundamentals and intricacies of thread. Detailed

explanations about thread material types, weight, terminology and guidance on

thread selection.

 

 

L002 Lightweight Legends 10:30-12:30

November 15

The WonderFil Lightweight Legends Thread Talk takes a deep dive into our most

well known and recognized threadlines from 60wt – 100wt threads. Exploring how

lightweight threads can be optimized for practical applications of everyday

sewing techniques, and also how it comes into play for decorative applications.

These techniques include free-motion quilting, machine and hand applique,

precision piecing, handwork, embroidery and more!

Objective

Gain a deep understanding of how and when lightweight threads can be utilized

to enhance one’s technique (FPP, EPP, piecing, quilting, appliqué, etc.) and overall

result.

 

L003 Heavyweight Heroes 10:30-12:30

December 13

The WonderFil Heavyweight Heroes thread talk takes a close look at threads that

typically provide a bolder look and can add emphasis into your projects. The

focus will be on threads heavier than 50 wt and their applications for practical

sewing and their WOW factor in decorative elements! Techniques covered in this

class include quilting, applique, embroidery, serging, handwork, thread painting,

and more!

Objective

Equip participants with an understanding of how and when heavyweight threads

can be chosen and utilized to highlight elements of your project. We will also

cover tool selection, techniques, applications and best practices. This lecture will

have a strong emphasis on threads thicker than 50wt.

 

L004 Mastering Metallic Threads  10:30-12:30

January 10

A Thread Talk dedicated to demystifying sewing with metallic threads! In this

lecture, learn about the properties of metallic thread as well as many helpful hints

and tips to make your sewing experience more successful. Bobbin thread choice,

needle choice, sewing mediums, tools and accessories impact thread delivery

into the machine.The Ultimate Thread Dispenser, WonderGuard, and Thread

Tamer will be discussed on how they allow the thread to have great sewability

Many samples will be shown including embroidery, quilting, free-standing lace,

thread painting,and handwork.

Objective

A deep dive into metallic threads with thorough explanations of how to succeed

while using it for various applications, as well as demos of tools that make the use

of metallic threads a breeze (TT, UTD, Wonderguard).

 

L005 Surface Design Threads 10:30-12:30

February 14

This comprehensive and insightful class examines the use of various thread

materials and weights to create images and purposeful design elements. Topics

include the intricacies of thread painting, such as using long and short stitches

to create seamless color shading within an area of design. The class also provides

an in-depth look at essential tools and accessories, such as the Rinse Away

Design Sheet, Ultimate Thread Dispenser, and various needles, to ensure optimal

results.

Objective

A close look at diverse thread lines that specialize in creating a visual impact and

textural art surfaces: Splendor, Polyfast, D-twist, Mirage, GlaMore and Accent.