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Quilting Tranquility- Kyra Reps " Dots are my Therapy"
National Award - Winning Long Arm Quilter/Teacher/Textile Artist/Designer
Lectures and teaching
Pricing
For travel that requires flights and multi day stays, my one hour lecture and six hours of workshop are offered at a flat rate of $ 1150. The host guild may choose a one 6 hour class or two 3 hour classes. If the host guild chooses to book multiple workshops beyond the first 6 hours, those workshops are priced at $500 for a three hour class. Additional days of travel will be addressed on a case by case basis. Any event also carries the expectation that the host is responsible for all travel expenses including driving mileage at the federal rate, tolls, parking, flights, baggage fees, shipping of class materials if necessary, meals, and accommodations in a national chain doors facing inside hotel. Pricing will be assessed at the beginning of each year. Contracts are honored for the pricing at the time of signing a contract with a $150 deposit. For convention teaching please contact Kyra for details.
Teaching Classes
Hollyhock Harmony (3hour/$500)
Discover the beauty of turned edge applique with a floral twist! In this all -levels class, you will learn how to create stunning, dimensional Hollyhock blossoms ( DOTS) using the precision and ease of the APLIQUICK tools. Whether you are brand new to applique or looking to refine your technique, you will gain confidence and control as you shape smooth curves, petals, and crisp edges. Join me for a relaxing hands-on class that blends technique with creativity and leave with a beautiful floral block that will be ready to be stitched into a quilt, or wall hanging, or your newt masterpiece! We will not be stitching anything any applique pieces down, but I will be going over finishing methods by hand and machine. Your kit is $60.00 which includes ,all fabric and One sided APLIQUICK pre-cut fusible shapes.
Mandalicious Mandala (6hour/$800)
Discover the art of turned edge applique in this hands-on class designed for all skill levels. Using the innovative APLIQUICK tools, You'll learn how to achieve perfectly smooth, professional- looking edges with ease and confidence. In this class you'll explore techniques for cutting, turning, and appliqueing fabric seamlessly creating a beautiful mandala. We will not be stitching anything any applique pieces down, but I will be going over finishing methods by hand and machine. Your kit is $60.00 which includes ,all fabric and One sided APLIQUICK pre-cut fusible shapes.
Mystical Mushrooms (3hour/$500)
Mystical Mushrooms (3hour/$500)
Dive into the whimsical world of mushrooms with my Raw Edge collage Mystical Mushrooms! In this hands-on class, students will learn the unique technique of raw edge applique, using vibrant fabrics to create a stunning mushroom-themed piece. Whether you are a beginner or seasoned quilter this class will guide you through every step of the process. Whether you're fascinated by fungi or simply looking for a unique project, this class will combine nature- inspired design with flexibility of fabric arts to create a mushroom collage that truly pops with personality and color. when you finish your mushroom it will be ready for you to iron onto your favorite bag, or quilt block! The Kit fee is $60.00 which includes, all fabric, fusible, template.
Just Buzin Around (3 hour/$500)
Into The Kaleidoscope (6 hour/$800)
Mystical Mushrooms (3hour/$500)
This class is perfect for quilters of all levels who are interested in learning a faster, more accurate way to apply turned edge applique. Weather you are a beginner or a experienced quilter looking to refine your applique skills, this class will give you the tools and techniques to create beautiful projects with ease using the APLIQUICK tools and
method. By the end of class, you'll have a complete understanding of the APLIQUICK technique, allowing you to confidently tackle future applique projects, opening endless possibilities for creative expression! Your kit ($60) will include all pre-cut ALIQUICK one sided fusible, all fabric, needle, Embroidery thread.
Mandala Madness (6 hour/$800)
Into The Kaleidoscope (6 hour/$800)
Into The Kaleidoscope (6 hour/$800)
In this hands-on skill building class using the APLIQUICK tools and method you will learn how to turn those perfect edges under, perfect turned edge points and curves. Your kit ($60) will include all pre-cut ALIQUICK one sided fusible, Background fabric, fabric for making my Muriel Mandala.
Into The Kaleidoscope (6 hour/$800)
Into The Kaleidoscope (6 hour/$800)
Into The Kaleidoscope (6 hour/$800)
Circles, triangles, shapes galore! Every mandala is as unique as your fingertip! Let's dive into our creativity and create your own unique mandala kaleidoscope. This class is product specific to the APLIQUICK tools and method where you will learn how to use the APLIQUICK Rods, and APLIQUICK one sided fusible shapes to create perfectly turned edge applique resulting in a beautiful kaleidoscope mandala as unique as you are! This will be done on a 42" X 42" background fabric.
This class is perfect for guilds!
Your kit ($50) will include all your pre-cut APLIQUICK one sided fusible shapes and instructions.
Dibble, Dabble Sampler ( 3 hour/$500)
There are so many elements you can add to your quilt top to give your personal touch. Let's Dibble into some beautiful turned edge applique using the APLIQUICK tools. Then let's Dabble into some basic embroidery stiches and how you can use them on your turned edge applique to add texture and pizzazz to your quilt. This is a hands-on class, so we will be doing turned edge applique using the APLIQUICK Rods, then we will be stitching some basic embroidery stiches. There is a $60.00 kit fee which includes, Fabric, all pr-cut APLIQUICK one sided fusible shapes, Embroidery thread, needle, embroidery hoop and instructions.
SIMPLICITY ( 6 hour/$800)
Whether you are a beginner appliquer or seasoned this class is full of tricks and tips to have you achieve that perfect turned edge applique! This is a skill building class product specific to the APLIQUICK Rods and system, you will learn how to turn curves, points, circles ending in a beautiful flower block and dragonfly! We will not be sewing the shapes down, but I will go over finishing methods for machine and by hand. This will be done on a 22" x 22" background fabric. The kit fee is $60.00 which includes pattern, all precut apliquick one sided fusible shape, fabric for appliqué shapes.
Dots A La Mode (4 hour/$600)
Dots A La Mode (4 hour/$600)
What happens when you take fun DOTS..add Mandalas..then throw some fabric paint in the mix! The wonderful world of Dot painting on fabric opens up! Join me in dot painting on fabric creating your own unique mandala designs! Be aware... This class will make you addicted to dot painting and open up a whole new world of creativity!
Your kit ($50) includes a 22" x 22" background fabric, stencils, Dotting tools, fabric paint.
Blooming Pansy (4 hour/$600)
Dinner Plate Dahlia Mandala (3 hour/$500)
Dots A La Mode (4 hour/$600)
Painting is so therapeutic! Come join me in my paintbox where you can discover the joy of creating and painting! Choose from one of my Blooming Pansy designs and we will paint on fabric! Let's work on shading and outlining to make your Pansy pop! This is the perfect opportunity to explore new techniques, relax, and create!
Your kit ($60) includes an 8" x 11" Blooming Pansy fabric design, fabric paint, brush.
Dinner Plate Dahlia Mandala (3 hour/$500)
Dinner Plate Dahlia Mandala (3 hour/$500)
Dinner Plate Dahlia Mandala (3 hour/$500)
Did you know that the Dinner Plate Dahlia's produce the largest flowers in the Dahlia's universe with individual blossoms measuring up to 10" or more! Come join Kyra in creating this magnificent colorful Dahlia Mandala. This class is product specific to the APLIQUICK Rods and the APLIQUICK one sided fusible shapes to create perfectly turned edge applique. We will not be sewing any of the shapes down, but I will be going over finishing methods for machine and hand sewing. Your kit ($60) includes all pre-cut APLIQUICK one sided fusible shape, instructions, fabric for applique, background fabric.
Teaching Classes
Dot Happy (3hour/ $500)
Dottin' around the Christmas tree (3hour/ $500)
Dottin' around the Christmas tree (3hour/ $500)
How can you just not love a dot mandala! In this class you will learn how to make that perfect Dot using acrylic paint on a 6 x 6" canvas. We will be learning how to mark your canvas to make your own personal mandala. In your kit ( $45) it will include your starter dotting stylists , rods, 6 x 6" canvas, ruler, acrylic paint, practice sheet.
Dottin' around the Christmas tree (3hour/ $500)
Dottin' around the Christmas tree (3hour/ $500)
Dottin' around the Christmas tree (3hour/ $500)
In this fun skill building class you will be making a 22" x 22" Christmas tree using Dots and shapes. You will learn how to make those perfect points and curves using the APLIQUICK tools to turn the edges of your applique under. In your kit ($60) it will include all pre-cut shapes in the one-sided APLIQUICK fusible, background fabric, fabric for applique shapes.