Scrap Cities: Architecture-Inspired Quilts

Create Quilts Full of Urban Charm!

Have you ever dreamed of crafting a quilt that captures the essence of your favorite building, neighborhood, or city? Quilter Cathy Perlmutter is here to turn that dream into a reality. This course invites you to immerse yourself in the fun of creating your own architectural quilt masterpieces. From bustling cityscapes to charming, whimsical locales, Cathy's quilts are brimming with overlapping buildings and delightful details that might even get you a little lost—just like wandering through a real city! You’ll explore a range of techniques, blending piecing and applique to bring your urban visions to life, whether you prefer machine or hand stitching.

What sets this course apart is Cathy’s unique approach to piecing and edge-finishing. Instead of waiting until after piecing is complete, you’ll learn to turn edges under as you sew. This method ensures that by the time you finish a building, its edges are perfectly in place, ready to be positioned against a sky or layered with other structures. Emphasizing a modern-improv style, the course focuses on capturing the spirit of architectural landmarks rather than creating photo-realistic portraits. Improv quilting not only adds a touch of fun but also mirrors the real-world charm of irregularities and asymmetries found in buildings, making your quilt a true reflection of the dynamic world of architecture.