Foundations in Quilting Semester 1

Foundations in Quilting is a 16-week semester homeschool course recommended for ages 10–18. It is designed to guide students from the basics of sewing and quilting through real hands-on projects that build skill week by week. This is not just a collection of random tutorials. It is a structured elective course that helps students progress from beginner techniques to completed quilted projects with confidence.

Week 1: Introduction to Quilting
Week 2: The 4-Patch & 9-Patch
Week 3: Half-Square Triangles (HSTs)
Week 4: Sampler Layout & Simple Borders
Week 5: Flying Geese
Week 6: Curved Piecing (Beginner Friendly)
Week 7: Appliqué Basics
Week 8: Collage Quilting (Creative Week!)
Week 9: Paper Piecing (Foundation Paper Piecing)
Week 10: Quilt Sandwich & Quilting Methods
Week 11: Free Motion Quilting (Optional by Age)
Week 12: Binding/ Finish Sampler Quilt
Week 13: Quilted Notebook Cover
Week 14: Quilted Tote Bag
Week 15: Boxy Zipper Pouch
Week 16: Quilted Slippers or Choice Project