Sew a Christmas Tree Skirt Using EZ Quilting Templates by Leslie Schucker

All levels | 24 min 58 sec

Sew a Christmas Tree Skirt Using EZ Quilting Templates
Overview00:46
Materials00:47
Cut fabric and embellish08:18
Assemble panels03:35
Finish Edges11:32

Taught by Leslie Schucker

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A beautiful tree can be the highlight of your holiday decor, and nothing gives your tree a perfect finish like a gorgeous tree skirt. While this project is big in size, it is surprisingly easy in technique. Expert sewist Leslie Schucker guides you through making your own colorful tree skirt using EZ Quilting templates to cut out eye-catching geometric appliques. You can sew and embellish this entire project by hand, but Leslie also shows you how to use a sewing machine to add bias tape for strength and giant ric rac for an extra touch of fun. Thick and cozy wool felt creates a high quality piece that can last for generations.

Here’s what you’ll need:

An assortment of wool felt - Leslie is using the following shades: White (natural), Teal, Aqua, Red, Mint
EZ Quilting® Mini Hexagon template
140” jumbo ric rac in red
Buttons- 10 red and 16 aqua
DMC embroidery thread – 2 skeins Ivory 712; 1 skein each Red 817, Teal 3809, Aqua 597, Mint 993
30” double fold bias tape in Red
44” of 7/8” wide grosgrain ribbon
Scissors
Pins
Embroidery needle
Tree skirt template

Downloads:

Download Materials List Sew_a_Christmas_Tree_Skirt_using_EZ_Quilting_Templates.pdf

Learn how to:

Hand sew a tree skirt with whip stitch
Cut fabric with EZ Quilting® templates
Hand sew the appliqué stitch and buttonhole stitch
Machine sew bias tape and ric rac

What you'll get:

A unique lesson on how to use EZ Quilting® templates to make a Christmas tree skirt
5 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Detailed supplies list
Step-by-step expert instruction from Lesley Schucker
The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students