Debbie Lee of Rockville, South Carolina
I am a Longarm Quilter since 1995. I adore sewing and do all my quilting
by machine (on my Bernina and Millennium). With the upsurge of Longarm
machines, my business has slowed down and now I have time to do my first
love; sharing my quilting passion with others.
I love teaching. I find that I learn more from the students than I give
them! Very rewarding.
I can handle 20 - 30 students in my classes. I like to have a cutting
station and a pressing station outside the classroom, if the space permits.
My teaching style is to break the ice by having everyone introduce themselves
by telling us a NON-quilting-related thing about themselves and show us
their fabrics.
I give an overview of our project and show my samples/quilts. We go over
the book/handout/etc.
I demo all cutting and all sewing techniques - step by step with students
taking notes. Then let the students work at their own pace.
I walk the classroom giving help and encouragement as needed.
I encourage all to have fun. I usually give out little prizes all day
(or weekend) until everyone has a present. I take a picture of every one's
quilt -- with their face if they will let me!
I am a retired nurse so in class we take BREAKS and do shoulder rolls
and stretches. I sometimes give neck massages.
Contact Debbie Lee @ debbie@quiltescape.com
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