Curves + Scraps = A Quilt You’ll Want to Sew
August 18th / only $15
Curves Made Simple for Everyday Quilters
Get ready to try a fresh, modern take on two classic quilt block styles! In this workshop, Michelle will share one of her favorite quilt patterns—a fun mash-up between a Half Square Triangle and a Drunkard’s Path block that creates movement, interest, and a playful modern look.
If sewing curves feels a little intimidating, don’t worry. This workshop includes step-outs, practical tips, and simple tricks to help make curved piecing feel much more approachable (and maybe even fun).
One of the best parts? This pattern works beautifully with scrappy fabric pulls. Dig into your stash, mix favorite fabrics, and discover combinations you may have never thought to put together. Whether you love coordinated scraps or a little playful variety, this project is a great excuse to finally use those fabrics you’ve been saving.
What You'll Get From This Workshop
• Sew curves with more confidence using simple tips and tricks
• Combine HSTs and Drunkard’s Path blocks for a fresh, modern look
• Pull fabrics from your stash for a scrappy quilt that still feels cohesive
• Follow step-by-step guidance to make the process easier and more enjoyable
This workshop is perfect for quilters who are ready to try something a little different, learn a new technique, and sew up a quilt that feels both modern and stash-friendly.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
August Workshop with Michelle / Quilting Chemistry
Michelle is the quilt pattern designer and educator behind Quilting Chemistry in San Francisco. She loves combining traditional quilt blocks with fresh, modern designs, bold color, and plenty of texture created through free-motion quilting.
Her quilts have been featured in magazines and exhibited at quilt shows around the world, including the Houston International Quilt Festival and QuiltCon.
Michelle is known for creating workshops that help quilters step outside their comfort zone with confidence. Through demonstrations, practical tips, and hands-on instruction, she makes new techniques feel approachable and enjoyable.
Her own quilting journey began in a college dorm on a borrowed sewing machine. Although that first quilt took twenty years to finish, rediscovering quilting sparked a passion that has grown into designing patterns, teaching workshops, and inspiring quilters to try something new.
WORKSHOP FAQ'S
Do I need to prepare anything or buy special materials in advance?
There will be a materials list posted prior to the workshop dates, but they are not required. You can bring your materials and give your hand at trying the technique, or you can watch the workshop and afterwards re-watch while exploring it yourself.
What if I can’t attend the live session?
No worries if you can’t make the live session—the recording will be available within 24 hours of the workshop so you can watch and learn at your convenience. Plus, you are able to grab your supplies and stop and start as you watch while trying out whatever is being taught.
Do I already need to know this technique?
No! This is what is great about Patchworkers Plus. We bring the guests and put on workshops allowing you to explore and try out new things, without the travel and extra teacher fees. Come participate live, watch the replay and give what’s taught a try on your own terms – surrounded by a community of support when you need it.
What else do I get with a PLUS membership?
SO MUCH. In addition to the ever-growing library of workshops available on-demand, we offer sewing days, a book club, show & tell evening, and more quilty cheer-leading supporting you than you’ll know what to do with!
I’m pretty shy and not comfortable being on camera or speaking up in groups.
It takes everyone a few minutes to get settled and used to sharing and being on camera. You are not alone in this hesitation. It is optional, but we do encourage you to try it. It really helps with building friendships and especially wonderful when it’s show and tell time as the inspiration from others projects and progress is a treat you don’t want to miss out on.
I’m not great with technology. What if I have trouble joining the workshop?
I completely understand that technology can be a bit daunting. That’s why I’ll provide clear, easy-to-follow instructions for joining the workshop. And if any issues come up, I’ll be here to help you out. Ensuring you have a smooth experience is my top priority.
What Members Say...
Benefits of joining the Plus Community
- You can pick and choose what you want to sew, participate in and attend!
- Enjoy SEWING with others... aka never sewing alone
- The BEST quilt community ready to support you when you need it!
- Pattern LIBRARIES to keep you sewing all year long
- A private COMMUNITY you can share what you're working on and be inspired by others
Some of our favorite workshops
Available now (and at no extra cost!) in the PATCHWORKERS PLUS Video Library
with Laura / Orange Blossom Quilts
Time to dig out from under your fabric piles and notion collections. Learn all about color on your walls, making your own work stations and organizing everything from fabric to Accuquilt dies.
with Monika / Penny Spool Quilts
Monika takes us behind the scenes on how she uses her fabric scraps! Learn how to sort, organize and be ready for inspiration on how this can work for you.
with the Warm Company
Get ready to explore all the types of batting, how it’s made and what you’ll want to try out on your next project. You’ll see batting in a whole new light.
with Kelly / Vintage Fabric Studios
Cotton can be from anywhere – especially from vintage sheets. Join Kelly as she walks through her process of finding the fun prints, caring for them and using them in quilts.
You're in the right place!
If you’re looking for an online group of quilters who are passionate about fabric, beautiful quilts, and having fun sewing, then you’ve come to the right place!
Our members are some of the most talented and friendly people you’ll ever meet, and we’re always happy to welcome new members into our community.
So whether you’re just getting started with quilting or you’re a seasoned pro, we hope you’ll join us and see what all the fuss is about!
FAQ's About Patchworkers Plus
After you join, you’ll have full access to everything. This allows you to pick and choose what you’d like to sew and participate in.
We offer different days and times for our meet ups and sew days, plus if you just can’t make it, you can catch the replay as our designer chats and meetups are recorded.
The patterns inside the quilting community are designed for any level of quilter.
No matter your experience or if you just started quilting, our patterns include diagrams for following along and some video tutorials walking you step by step so you are able to finish what you start.
There are no additional costs after joining. In fact, we encourage you to use your stash! There are no additional kits or supplies needed other than you basic quilting tools.
We share exactly what you need to begin and how to use what you already have in your quit room.
This is whey I began the quilting community – so it’s flexible to YOUR schedule.
Many of our members have moved during their membership and nothing changes! They are still able to connect, share and some have even found that they are closer to other members and have met up in real life!
Other members have still popped in to attend our meetups and show & tells even though they were at a retreat or in a hotel. We love that no matter where you are or what you’re doing, you are still able to participate.
Members may cancel their subscription at any time. You will still have access to your content until the end of the current billing cycle.
You’ll find instructions for setting up you zoom connection for our meetups as well as how to bookmark or save the site, save the patterns and more.
Patchworkers Plus+ is a monthly or yearly subscription to a growing library of classes, a community of supportive creatives, and access to Becky as your teacher. Payments are automatically deducted from the payment method you choose at sign-up on the same date every month until a member cancels. Once a member cancels, all member benefits end.
Please note that due to the nature of digital products, payments are non-refundable.
When a member cancels, access to member benefits and content ends, and the cost to rejoin will be at the current membership cost (your locked in rate will be lost), and you will only be able to rejoin during the next enrollment.
There are no additional costs after joining. In fact, we encourage you to use your stash! There are no additional kits or supplies needed other than you basic quilting tools.
We share exactly what you need to begin and how to use what you already have in your quit room.
This is whey I began the quilting community – so it’s flexible to YOUR schedule.
Many of our members have moved during their membership and nothing changes! They are still able to connect, share and some have even found that they are closer to other members and have met up in real life!
Other members have still popped in to attend our meetups and show & tells even though they were at a retreat or in a hotel. We love that no matter where you are or what you’re doing, you are still able to participate.
One of the benefits of joining the membership earlier rather than later is that you lock in the cost at which you join. As the pattern and technique library grows and the value grows, the cost of the membership may increase – but YOUR monthly cost will stay the same as long as your payments are in good standing and you have not cancelled.
Ready? Let's Sew!
What else do I get when I join Patchworkers Plus?
In addition to monthly workshops and our library of past workshops, you also gain access to:
- Exclusive Patterns: Access to members-only patterns to jumpstart new projects.
- Monthly Live Q&A Sessions: Direct interaction with quilting experts to answer questions and provide personalized advice.
- Project Tracker: A tool to help members keep track of their progress and manage multiple projects.
- Community Challenges: Fun, structured challenges to motivate and inspire members to complete their quilts.