Cathy Van Bruggen

Cathy began sewing at a very early age. She remembers sewing doll clothes by hand while watching her mother create costumes. Later, she was hired by Catalina Swimwear as a production manager and sample maker. Unable to work outside the home while raising five children, Cathy designed custom bridal wear. In 1970, she developed a family business called The Outfitters, a retail chain for women’s clothing. When she retired in 1995, Cathy began quilting as a hobby. By using timesaving techniques in quilt making, she developed Appliqué the Easy Way. Her workshops feature all her own original designs and published patterns.

Friday, July 25
211 Springtime
All Levels; Hand Work
Pattern Fee $10

Learn how to master basic hand appliqué, narrow stems, stuffed work and ruched flowers, while making a lovely wall quilt. Cathy teaches how to get realistic results for botanical appliqué. If you like flowers, you will love this project. Supply List

Saturday, July 26
309 Nasturtiums
All Levels; Hand Work
Pattern Fee $10

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Sunday, July 27
410 Shades of Fall
Intermediate to Advanced Levels; Hand Work
Optional: Sewing Machine
Pattern Fee $10

Celebrate the season with this delightful sampler of fall themes. A variety of appliqué methods can be used including machine appliqué or needle-turn hand appliqué techniques. The appliquéd blocks are set with pieced broken squares. Supply List