Leavez
Leavez Teaching Notes
*I usually find it necessary to demo either the ‘straight’
or the ‘on point’ blocks initially, not both. Most students
understand the second version very easily and can continue alone.
*These blocks are sized quite tight. If the Leavez are cut larger
they escape block size. If care is not taken when placing the backgrounds
the block may not reach block size. The hardest part of making a Leavez
block is finding the correct mix of trimming and background placement.
*Depending on how the Leavez are trimmed along the way, some people
have trouble placing the last background pieces in position to make
block size. Usually it is the last background piece’s placement
only that causes the problem - in which case have the student, in
future, place the block on the board within block size lines and show
them that there may be a better placement. The other easy option is
to have them cut the last background pieces (corners or sides) a little
larger!
*I have allowed very little space on the Leavez for the initial ‘shaping’
trim.
Have students initially only cut the corners off the triangles/leavez
when trimming and shaping. Sometimes I find students end up with Bonsai
blocks in their initial overzealous trimming - a sure way not to end
up with block size!
*Mixing straight and on point blocks on a stalk works very well as
does using different block sizes. Just be prepared to add fillers.
*If the straight blocks are used upright they can also work as ‘bushez’.
They would work especially well on a horizon line
*Whilst Leavez work beautifully on their own, they seem made for combining
with other blocks for garden themes in particular.
Leavez Extra Settings Ideas
B.O.M/Class Ideas
THREE WEEK CLASS
1. Leavez, Ladybirdz plus a setting/embellishment night.
2. Leavez, Daisiez plus a setting night.
3. Leavez for Familiez. Heartz (for married couples), surrounded by
Leavez (for singles), plus a setting/finishing night for writing/embroidering
family details.
FOUR WEEK CLASS
1. Leavez, Ladybirdz and Daisiez plus a setting night.
2. Leavez, Daisiez and Beez & Hivez plus a setting night.
3. Leavez, Daisiez and Butterfliez plus a setting night.
B.O.M.
1. Leavez, Ladybirdz, Daisiez, Butterfliez and Beez .
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