Jen Kingwell Workshop

And after much anticipation, the two day workshop with Jen Kingwell over Halloween weekend had arrived!

It proved to be a beautiful day on the farm for a workshop with Jen.  On occasion, we would hear the roar of jets and planes overhead as they practiced for the Stuart Air Show which was also that weekend.

Jen Kingwell Workshop 

Jen kicked off the workshop with an overview of the class pattern The Circle Game which consists of 16 circle blocks that can be hand or machine pieced.

I am so proud of the class.  All 20 students were open to hand piecing at least the first block.

The Circle Game Workshop

First up, the 'Whirlgig' block.  We put Jen's The Circle Game quilt in front of the window overlooking the garden to not only diffuse the morning light into the room but also to highlight the seams with an almost stained glass effect.

Jen showing us how to line up the individual pieces before beginning to stitch.

The day felt like one big sewing bee.

 Jen Kingwell Workshop

By the end of day one, we had some beautiful whirlgigs to put up on the design wall.

Design Wall

Jen also shared her technique and useful tips for hand appliqué.

Jen Kingwell Workshop

As well as a discussion on color and fabric choice.

Jen Kingwell Workshop

By day two, outer boarders were being added.

 Whirlgig Block

Whirlgig Block

Jen Kingwell Workshop

And students were spending some one on one time with Jen.

 Jen Kingwell Workshop

Day two was also the day we explored hand quilting with Jen.

Jen Kingwell Workshop 

Jen Kingwell Workshop 

Unfortunately, not all of the students were well behaved.  Our guest student was a little sassy.

Jen Kingwell Workshop 

And the day was not complete without lots of Halloween candy and festivities.   We played a handful of games including a pumpkin decorating contest and bocce pumpkin.

Jen Kingwell Workshop

Jen Kingwell Workshop

Winner of decorating contest - Luscious Lips by Bonnie L!

Jen Kingwell Workshop

And Linda S. cleaned up during Bocce Pumpkin!

Jen Kingwell Workshop

Of course, a Halloween party is not complete without dressing up!  This was my attempt to get in on the vampire mania.

 Jen Kingwell Workshop

Anyway, I know I had a blast and I think the workshop participants did too.  Stay tuned for an inside look at some of the tips that Jen shared with us.

Until then, it's a wrap.

Jen Kingwell Workshop 

 

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2 comments

This was such a fabulous weekend! Jen Kingwell was a delight! She made learning fun! It was a great time with good friends and lots of laughs! Jen Lee did a SUPER job sponsoring this weekend! Thanks for sharing the pics!

Theresa

What a fabulous workshop, looks like you all had a terrific time. Thank you for sharing!

Brita

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