Creative · All levels
Sew your first patchwork quilt, then your own designs
A two-stage online programme that takes you from cutting your first strips to finishing a full-size patchwork quilt, one clear lesson at a time.
- 56 video lessons
- Two schools: basic and advanced
- Bonus projects included
- Self-paced access
- 14-day money-back guarantee
Why patchwork feels so hard to start
You have probably seen a beautiful quilt and wondered how all those small pieces fit together so precisely. From the outside it looks like a secret that only experienced makers know. Many people watch videos for months and still do not dare to cut into good fabric.
The problem is usually not a lack of talent. Short clips show a trick here and a block there, but they rarely show the whole path: how to prepare fabric, cut accurately, keep seam allowances even, choose colours and finish a real item. Theory stays theory until you have a system to follow.
This programme gives you that system. It moves from simple to complex, and each lesson prepares you for the next. You do not end up with a pile of sample squares. You finish usable pieces, starting with a child's quilt and moving on to a full-size one.
It is made for people of any age who like working with their hands. Some of them have sewn for years, and some have never threaded a machine for patchwork. The lessons explain every small detail so that you can follow along calmly at home.
What you will be able to do
- Cut fabric accurately for patchwork
Learn how to handle the cutter and ruler and prepare strips and shapes that fit together.
- Sew ten basic patchwork blocks
Build the foundation blocks that most traditional quilts are made from.
- Piece a child's quilt from start to finish
Finish a complete item rather than a set of practice pieces.
- Combine colours and prints with confidence
Choose fabrics that work together and see why a block succeeds or fails.
- Work with advanced mosaic techniques
Move on to more complex block construction in the second stage.
- Add appliqué and three-dimensional elements
Bring texture and detail into your patchwork pieces.
- Quilt the layers together
Learn the stitching that holds the quilt together and gives it its look.
- Complete a full-size patchwork quilt
Apply everything you have learned to a project you can use or give as a gift.
- Spot and fix mistakes in your own work
Learn to see where a seam has drifted and how to correct it.
- 56
- video lessons across two schools
- 10
- basic patchwork blocks
- 3
- bonus projects
- 2
- finished quilts
Learning by finishing real projects
Each school ends with a real project. In the first, you sew a child's patchwork quilt using the blocks and skills you have just practised. In the second, you make a full-size quilt with more advanced techniques.
Working toward a finished item changes how you learn. You cannot skip the uncomfortable lessons, because the next step depends on them. Practice has a purpose, and you end up with something you can be proud of.
Each lesson also comes with homework, so you apply the technique straight away instead of only watching it.
Simple-to-complex lesson order. A finished quilt at the end of each school. Homework after the lessons. Written descriptions with diagrams.
How the course works
The programme is delivered online as video lessons. Each lesson is divided into short, focused parts, so you can stop and sew between them. You work at your own pace on your own sewing machine, at the time that suits you, with no travel.
Every lesson comes with a written description, diagrams and instructions. If you miss a detail, you can replay a section as many times as you need. Many learners find it helpful to watch once, then sew with the video open beside them.
The first school covers the basic techniques of patchwork and the ten basic blocks. The second school moves to advanced techniques, appliqué, three-dimensional elements and quilting. You can begin with the first school and continue when you are ready.
The programme
Two schools, 56 lessons, and three bonus projects. Both schools build toward a finished quilt.
1Beginner School — Getting startedTools, fabric and the basic habits of accurate patchwork.
- Tools and materials for patchwork
- Preparing and pressing fabric
- Cutting strips and shapes accurately
- Seam allowances and even stitching
2Beginner School — Ten basic blocksThe core blocks of patchwork mosaic, built step by step.
- Simple strip and square blocks
- Triangle-based blocks
- Combining blocks into rows
- Pressing and trimming blocks
- Choosing colours for a block
3Beginner School — The child's quiltBring the basic skills together in your first finished quilt.
- Planning the layout and colours
- Assembling the quilt top
- Finishing the quilt
- Bonus project: Smalta
4Middle School — Advanced mosaicMore complex patchwork construction for confident beginners.
- Preparing templates and working with them
- Sewing complex blocks
- Combining advanced blocks into patterns
- Colour planning for larger designs
5Middle School — Appliqué and three-dimensional elementsAdd texture and detail to patchwork pieces.
- Appliqué basics
- Attaching shaped pieces neatly
- Making three-dimensional elements
- Bonus project: Gerbera Cushion
6Middle School — Quilting and the full-size quiltStitch the layers together and complete your largest project.
- Layering and basting the quilt
- Machine quilting techniques
- Finishing edges
- Completing the full-size quilt
- Bonus project: Eco Bag
What you get
- Access to the basic school
Twenty full-length lessons covering basic patchwork techniques and ten core blocks.
- Access to the advanced school
Thirty-six extended lessons on advanced patchwork, appliqué and quilting.
- Three bonus projects
One bonus from the basic school and two from the advanced school.
- Written guides and diagrams
Text descriptions with schemes and instructions for each lesson.
- Homework with each lesson
Tasks that let you practise every new technique.
- Learn on your own schedule
Replay any lesson as often as you like.
- Support for questions
Guidance while you work through the lessons.
- A 14-day money-back guarantee
If the course is not right for you, ask for a refund within 14 days.
Is this course for you?
This course is for you if…
- You want to learn patchwork from the very beginning and need clear, detailed lessons
- You have sewn before and want to improve the quality and precision of your work
- You like finishing real items such as quilts, cushions and bags
- You prefer to study at home, at your own pace, with video you can replay
- You want a structured path rather than scattered videos
Probably not a fit if…
- You are looking for a live, in-person class
- You want a very short course that can be completed in an evening
- You do not have access to a sewing machine
- You are looking for a purely theoretical overview with no sewing
After the course
By the end of the first school, you will have sewn a child's patchwork quilt and know the basic blocks well enough to recognise how a quilt is built when you see one. You will cut more accurately, press with purpose and choose fabric combinations more confidently.
After the second school, you will be able to work with advanced mosaic techniques, appliqué and quilting, and to complete a full-size quilt. You will be able to look at a complex design and break it down into its parts.
Most importantly, you will have a skill that lasts. You can make gifts, home textiles and bags, and keep developing your own style one project at a time.
Questions before you order
How much time do I need each week?
It depends on how quickly you sew. Many learners spend a few hours a week watching lessons and sewing. You set the pace, so you can go faster or slower as your schedule allows.
Do I need any experience?
No. The first school starts from the basics. If you know how to thread a sewing machine, you can follow along. Experienced sewists will find the lessons useful for improving accuracy.
What materials and equipment do I need?
You need a sewing machine, fabric suitable for patchwork, and basic tools such as a cutter and ruler. The lessons explain the tools and materials as you go.
How does access work after payment?
After payment you receive access to the lessons through your account. You can start straight away and study at any time that suits you.
What format are the lessons?
Self-paced video lessons divided into short parts, with written descriptions, diagrams and homework.
Will the material stay available?
Yes. Once you have access, you can return to the lessons and replay them whenever you need.
What if the course is not right for me?
We offer a 14-day refund policy. If the course is not what you expected, contact us within 14 days of purchase.
Can I take the second school later?
Yes. The first school builds the skills used in the second, so you can finish it and continue when you are ready.
Start your first quilt this week
Join the programme and take your patchwork from the first cut to a finished quilt.