CELTIC INTERLACE new designs 5-6 hrs.  Interlace is one of the most important Celtic art forms. This class
attempts to preserve this ancient and beautiful tradition. The student will have a hands-on experience in learning the basic techniques of Celtic Bias Appliqué. The student will become familiar with the under and over process which is characteristically Celtic and synonymous with the Interlace art form. Class topics include fabric selection and arrangement, an introduction to tools that simplify and enhance the work, and mastering the Celtic Bias Appliqué. Many samples will be shown in class.

CELTIC SPIRAL 5-6 hrs.  The student will learn to work with a variety of color scales, e.g., analogous (colors closely related on the color wheel), triad (any three colors equidistant from each other on the color wheel), and complementary (colors opposite each other on the color wheel). The student will also have a "hands-on" experience in learning the basic techniques of Celtic Bias Applique. Class topics include color palette and texture selection, tools which simplify and enhance the work, creating quilt design from elemental blocks, and framing your art. Samples will be shown and hand-outs provided.

A CELTIC GARDEN 5-6 hrs.  The student will learn to manipulate the texture of florals and the varied hues of hand-dyed fabrics to create "a thing of beauty" (anemone, sweet pea or tulip). The student will also have a "hands-on" experience in learning the basic techniques of Celtic Bias Applique. Class topics include color shading, color complements, floral arrangement, tools which simplify and enhance the work, creating quilt design from elemental blocks, and framing your art. Samples will be shown and hand-outs provided.

CELTIC TULIP INTERLACE 5-6 hrs.  The Interlace is one of the most important Celtic art forms. This class attempts to preserve this ancient and beautiful art tradition and combine it with floral applique. The student will have a "hands-on" experience in learning the basic techniques of Celtic Bias Applique. Class topics include fabric selection and arrangement, an introduction to tools which simplify and enhance the work, and mastering the Celtic Bias Applique technique.

THE CHILDREN OF LIR 5-6 hrs.  As in the Celtic Interlace Class (above) but utilizing different designs, patterns, and color selection, the student will have a hands-on experience in learning the basic techniques of Celtic Bias Appliqué. The under and over process, synonymous with the Interlace art form, will be demonstrated. Class topics include fabric selection and arrangement, an introduction to tools that simplify and enhance the work, and mastering the Celtic Bias Appliqué. Many samples will be shown in class.

LECTURES

The Celts and Their Art This lecture consists of a brief history of the Celts and their art combined with a slide presentation illustrating Celtic art spanning 30 centuries (1500 B.C. to 1500 A.D.). Included in the presentation are slides of Philomena's quilts showing her adaptations of this ancient art.

Color In My Quilts This lecture is a visual narrative of Philomena's work from the beginning struggles with color to later successes. Since the study of color is a process, Philomena shares her thoughts on the process of risk and success. The lecture is meant to be inspirational and to give encouragement to quilters who have questions about color.

SCHEDULE OF CLASSES AND EVENTS - to be determined

Phone & Fax (408) 735-8049
E-mail  philomena@celticquilts.com