Dutch Discoveries Workshop
Dutch Discoveries: Quilting A Thousand Flowers
Demystifying the Millefiori Quilt With Willyne Hammerstein
- Two-day virtual workshop
- Premiered LIVE January 26-27, 2024
- Lifetime, on-demand access to all recordings and materials
Discover the colorful textile treasures of the Netherlands with Jenni Smith and Kay Walsh! In this workshop, you will learn to create a Mini Millefiori Quilt from none other than the creator of this style of patchwork:Willyne Hammerstein.
For the first time, Willyne has opened up her home to the Quiltfolk camera crew in the hopes that, together with hosts Jenni and Kay, they can demystify Millefiori Quilts, and teach YOU a game-changing alternative to English paper piecing.
Our travels also included a visit with international teacher and designer Petra Prins in the charming town of Zutphen; a tour of Jansen Holland, the home of premium African Wax Fabrics; and lots more!
Purchase a pre-recorded single pass for Dutch Discoveries: Quilting A Thousand Flowers. Upon registration, you will be able to access all resources and instructions on our exclusive Attendee Hub.
About the Project
In Dutch Discoveries, you will learn (firsthand) the simple-yet-effective method used in the piecing of all of Willyne’s beautiful patchworks and unlock your potential to reach new creative heights with our Millefiori Masterclass. Get ready to quilt “a thousand flowers” of your own, emulating the central element of a Millefiori Quilt project from her fifth book. While many people believe English paper piecing is the chosen technique, our myth-busting tutorials will show you that it is unnecessary. Her style of quilting is relaxed and fun, only requiring your favorite fabrics and a running stitch.
Workshop Highlights
Millefiori Masterclass
Your favorite fabrics and a running stitch are all you need to “quilt a thousand flowers” and create your very own Mini Millefiori Quilt.
The Home of Willyne Hammerstein
Tour Willyne’s home in Gelderland, filled to the brim with quilts, and hear a personal account of her journey from esteemed lawyer to quilt pioneer!
African Wax Fabrics
Visit Jansen Holland, the home of premium African Wax fabrics in the Netherlands. And learn how such fabrics are being used to spectacular effect in the modern quilts of local designer and author Hilde Hoogwaerts.
Dutch Heritage Fabrics
From her cozy shop in the charming town of Zutphen, international teacher and designer Petra Prins will share traditional Dutch Heritage fabric designs and quilts.
Show-and-Tell
Tune in for an exclusive show-and-tell session with members of the Dutch Modern Quilt Guild.
A Local Dutch Delight
We will teach you how to make the delicious Dutch cookies Gevulde Koek that Jenni and Kay were kindly offered by hosts throughout their travels.
Purchase a pre-recorded single pass for Dutch Discoveries: Quilting A Thousand Flowers. Upon registration, you will be able to access all resources and instructions on our exclusive Attendee Hub.
