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Discover the joy of needleturn appliqué—no stress, no fuss, just pure stitching bliss! Nancy’s signature technique strips away the complicated steps and brings you back to the basics: fabric, needle, and thread. No freezer paper, toothpicks, starch, or plastic—just you and your creativity.
In this hands‑on workshop, you’ll explore the simplest, most time‑saving approach to appliqué. It’s all about process, play, and discovering how relaxing and fun needleturn can be. Beginners will feel right at home, and seasoned stitchers are sure to pick up fresh tricks and inspiration.
🎁 Bonus: Nancy shares her clever, streamlined method for fabric placement—an absolute game‑changer!
What We’ll Cover
The fundamentals of needleturn appliqué
How to prep fabric and shapes without templates or tools
Nancy’s simplified, time‑saving placement method
Strategies for smooth curves, points, and inside corners
Relaxed, confidence‑building stitching practice
Class Policies & Helpful Notes
Class Cancellation Policy: To receive a refund or credit for a class, cancellation must occur 7 days prior to class date.
Help us keep this class on the calendar! This class requires a minimum of 5 students to run. If we’re below that number one week before the start of class, the session may be cancelled. Early registration makes a big difference.
Instructor
Nancy Chong Nancy is an internationally recognized expert in hand appliqué, Hawaiian quilts, and hand quilting. Her signature needleturn method is beloved for its simplicity, clarity, and beautifully relaxed results. Whether she’s teaching traditional appliqué or sharing clever shortcuts, Nancy’s warm, encouraging style helps students discover confidence, joy, and a deep love for handwork.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Shipping
Orders are processed within 24 - 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) after receiving your order confirmation email. You will receive another notification when your order has shipped.
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