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In addition to making quilts and vests and bags, Ellen likes to teach quilting. She leads a variety of workshops for all skill levels - from novice to experienced. In her workshops, you can learn how to make some of the items on this web site.

Ellen is available to teach a variety of workshops for quilt guilds or small groups. Drop her an e-mail for more information.

 Workshop Name  Dates  Length  Description
 "Scrappy Saks"

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About six hours of class time.  Learn how to make a Scrappy Sak" - a creative *and* useful bag. A great class for the beginner!
 "I think I Kandu it!"

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About nine hours of class time. Learn how to piece, sew, and fit a Kandu jacket.
 "Indian 'Agent Orange' Peel" (and other paper-pieced quilts)

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Feels like an eternity, but really 12 to 14 hours. Some work between class meetings is required. More difficult than driving in Delhi during rush hour! Learn how to make one of the most deadly, yet beautiful quilts. Not for the weak minded!
 "Way Out Vest"

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About six hours. 
Learn paper piecing and wear your vest home!
 "Crazy Vests"  E-mail for availability  Weekend or two-day workshop  Learn the art of Victorian Crazy Quilting including hand-embroidery and beaded embellishment.
 "Textured Vests"   E-mail for availability

About six hours. 
Learn texturing techniques and embellishment with fancy threads.
 "Woven Vests"   E-mail for availability

About eight hours. 
Weave wavy pieces of fabric and tie the parts together with satin stitching to create this unique vest!
 "Fat-Quarter Vests"   E-mail for availability

About six hours. 
An easy vest to use up all those fat quarters.
 "Curved Collage Vests"   E-mail for availability

About six hours. 
Be daring with your rotary cutter! Cut curves, paper piece parts, and connect it all together with bias tape to make a vest unlike anyone else's!
 "Broomstick Skirts"   E-mail for availability

About six hours. 
Make this flattering skirt while learning a fast, trouble-free gathering method - in just six hours!