Tartanz
Tartanz Teaching Notes
*You must decide initially whether to demonstrate from one to six
blocks.
Demonstrating Block 1 will get them started, Block 2 will reinforce
and advance their understanding.
If time is available Blocks 3 and 5 offer a twist on the techniques
and they, in turn, are extended in Blocks 4 and 6.
*Length of the strips will vary from person to person. I cut my
strips from 1/2 yard cuts, then cut to size as needed. Some students
prefer to work with predetermined lengths - 14” is usually
long enough for any block.
*Width of the strips will vary from person to person. I cut my
strips from 1/2 yard pieces, then trim to size as needed. My taper,
from approximately 1” to 2” is spread over that length.
A shorter length will give a stockier strip. If students aren’t
getting the look that they want it will probably be the width and/or
taper of their strips.
*The strips’ placement can be changed at will. They can be
moved, extra strips can be added and strips can be omitted. Make
sure that the backgrounds remain at block size or make allowance
for changes.
*Colour is a big issue. Strips can get lost if there is lack of
contrast. The quilt can be too busy if too many unrelated colours
and fabrics are used. Keep track of the look each student is seeking.
*Backgrounds can be boring or busy unless the fabric mix is correct.
Stress that sample blocks must be made to see how the fabrics work
in your block of choice. Sometimes the effect is surprising.
*Baskets of strips work well in class. Your store may even prefer
to supply baskets of pre-cut strips and squares for them to work
with. Tartanz can be turned into a lovely surprise class!
Tartanz Extra Settings Ideas
B.O.M/Class Ideas
THREE WEEK CLASS
1.Tartanz, Sawtooth Starz and a setting night
2. Tartanz, Magic Ballz and a setting night
3. Blocks 1 & 2, Blocks 3 & 5 and a setting night
FOUR WEEK CLASS
1. Blocks 1 & 2, Blocks 3 & 4, Blocks 5 & 6 then
a setting night.
2. Blocks 1 & 2, Blocks 3 & 5, Log Cabinz from Cut Loose
and a setting night.
3. Blocks 1 & 3, Nine-patchez from Cut Loose, Cross-patchez
from Cut Loose and a setting night.
B.O.M.
1. Each of the six blocks, plus borders in a strippy quilt.
2. A selection of the six blocks plus borders in a medallion setting.
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