The Art of Cartonnage! New Project - Cigar Box

Cartonnage is the amazing "art of box making" that is SO fun and relaxing. This is a NO-SEWING required project and you can make amazing fabric boxes, cases and so much more!

If you are not into Quilt making or Embroidery but just love fabric, this is a technique that you must try.    With a few supplies and the guidance of Barb, in no time, you will be creating and enjoying a no-sewing way to create unique pieces for your home or gift giving.   Drop in to the store today to see a couple of projects to see what Cartonnage is.    We are very excited to bring this technique to the store!   It is not your normal quilting project!

This class will cover the project - Cigar Box.    If you have completed the beginner class or a couple of classes, this is a new class.  

For this project there are two sizes of cigar box.   A large and a small.   To solidify your kit for this class, when you sign up, please add a NOTE to the sign-up which kit you would like for us to hold for you.   We will check the sign-ups to obtain this information.   The cost of this is not part of the Class Fee.

When you come to your class - bring the following:

-  2 fat quarters fabric or more if you want more variety in your project
-  snips
-  scissors
-  3x12 ruler
-  heavy book to weigh down your project
-  rotary cutter
-  cutting mat - Can be a smaller one - 12x18

NOTE - If you want to add a ribbon, tassel, or leather loop to your cigar box lid, please bring what you would like to use


Fabrics that you will want to avoid for this project are directional fabrics and fabrics that could bleed.   If you are worried about bleeding, wash and dry your fabric first.   Do not use Kona Fabrics either to get a successful outcome.  Another fabric to avoid is a light colored = plain fabric.   These fabrics tend to allow for a glue spot.

The store is providing your glue kit and table covering.   You just need to come and be ready to have some fun!

We like having 4 students enrolled in the class to move forward but do make exceptions depending on the class.   But come and join in.  This is a great new way to use fabric and you don't need a machine.

When you arrive for your class, please be prepared to park on the east side of the building.   If you are impaired, please know you can park on the front of the building towards the east end.   If you must cancel your class after signup, please call the store and we will refund your fee in the form of a credit to your account.   If you are bringing a drink, please have it in a tightly closed container with a sealable drink slide.