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Designing Modern Quilts
$60.00
Class Overview
EQ8 isn’t just for traditional designs! In this class, you’ll learn to design quilts with a modern aesthetic using Custom Set, strip quilts, and other layouts that break out of the conventional grids. Use borders to your advantage and learn how to manipulate classic blocks on the Block Worktable to give them a modern spin.
In this half-day course you’ll explore topics such as negative space, manipulating the scale of blocks, and drawing your own unique quilt layouts. You’ll play with deconstructing blocks and discovering new colorways for quilt designs.
At the end of this class, you’ll have a Sketchbook full of quilts that will inspire your own modern designs!
Note: This class was offered at previous EQ Academy workshops and will cover the same material.
Course Topics
Course Topics
- Create quilts with a modern twist using a variety of different layout styles.
- Learn the ins and outs of using Custom Set to create quilt designs.
- Draw blocks that can be converted to layouts.
- Edit blocks from the library to create new variations.
- Use the coloring tools to audition new colorways.
Who Should Take this Course
Who Should Take this Course
- Intermediate-level students with EQ8 knowledge in creating quilts and basic drawing.
- Students who want to design quilts with a modern style, negative space, and asymmetry.
Course Includes
Course Includes
- Handouts for all the designs created in class.
- Classroom assistance from EQ staff.
EQ Academy Reviews
Not only did I learn a lot about the software, I had a lot of fun doing it. The teachers were knowledgeable and willing to take the time to help anyone with questions. All the EQ staff was friendly and made the Academy truly a great experience!
Julie J - Iowa, USA
EQ Academy Student
The beginning class gives you a firm grounding in the basics, and gave me the confidence to move forward with the specialty classes. The instructors and staff are extremely knowledgeable and make sure all your questions are answered (plus they provided lunch and a great gift bag!) I highly recommend taking at least the basics class if you’ve only played around with EQ. You’ll be amazed at what it can do!
Kathy W - Kentucky, USA
EQ Academy Student
It was a terrific experience. I have been using EQ8 for about 1 1/2 years and wondered if it would really be worth going that far for the classes…but after the first few hours I could have gone home happy. I learned so much to enhance what I already knew how to do. Thanks for making it a great experience.
Kelly W - Virginia, USA
EQ Academy Student
I was pleasantly surprised – after the first day of the 2 day beginner’s class, I could have left happy with what I learned. Highly recommend.
Sandra L - Pennsylvania, USA
EQ Academy Student
Thoroughly enjoyed my EQ classes. Instructors and those helping were outstanding. Well-structured lessons and handouts were excellent.
Jeanne G - Georgia, USA
EQ Academy Student
This was a fantastic, energetic, & fun experience learning the EQ8 software. I couldn’t have asked for better instructors. They really wanted you to learn & were so helpful. I would highly recommend signing up for these classes. Thanks to EQ for having these in-person classes.
Catherine H - Kentucky, USA
EQ Academy Student
I am so glad I went. I learned so much. Thank you again for a great learning experience.
Janice B - Michigan, USA
EQ Academy Student
This is my first EQ Academy. I learned so much. The whole experience far exceeded any expectations I had. I will certainly be back for many more.
Celia T - Oklahoma, USA
EQ Academy Student
This was my first time at the EQ Academy. And it was worth the wait! I learned so much, and came back home and started using what I learned right away. Created my first table runner in EQ8 and actually finished it. Can’t wait to start another project AND attend another class. Thank you for everything.
Cindy W - Georgia, USA
EQ Academy Student
This was an incredible experience and I learned so much! Staff was exceptional and were very patient with all of our questions. I’m looking forward to using EQ8 , thank you to all who helped provide this Academy!
Diane S - Nebraska, USA
EQ Academy Student
March 27-29, 2025 Perrysburg, OH
About EQ Academy
EQ Academy is a workshop for students wanting to learn how to use their EQ8 software. EQ8 classes are either half day (3 hours) or full day (6 hours) with an hour lunch break in between sessions. Each instructor brings years of experience and will provide practical content for the use of software.
How to fill your days: It is not required that you attend all days of the event. You may enroll in as many classes as you like. If you do plan to attend all days, we recommend filling your days with as many classes as you can. Click here to see a complete schedule (PDF) of all the classes being offered.
These are EQ8 computer classes. There will be no sewing during class time.
