Kaffe Fasset is one of my favorite fiber artists – and has been for as long as I can remember…
He first made his mark with his knitted designs, but has expanded into the quilt world in the past few years.  He’s got a line of quilting cottons, books and tours around the world teaching.  He’s also known for his intricate needlepoint patterns and kits.
If you’re not able to travel to one of his classes, you can at least get a taste of his style and wisdom in these video clips from a recent class in Florida:
Part one:
Part two:
And Part three:
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My daughter Beth has taken online quilting classes for a number of years and finds them ideal to fit into her busy schedule.  She can work on her lessons at home, when she can find time.  Online classes are generally within one’s budget when you consider the cost of classes away from home, travel and often lodging and meals.
Currently Beth is taking  Jane LaFazio’s class, “Mixed Media with Paper & Cloth,” from Joggles.
Here is one of her pieces with the leaves stamped onto the background.  She experimented with freezer paper stencils.
You’ll find more of Beth’s class work at her Meandering …read more