{"product_id":"2027-first-saturday-program-jubilation","title":"2027 FIrst Saturday Program - Jubilation","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eFirst Saturday 2027 — \u003cem\u003eJubilation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Saturday is BACK!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eJoin us for 12 months of quilting, learning, friendship, and fun as we create our own Emma's version of \u003cstrong\u003eJubilation\u003c\/strong\u003e, a spectacular 100\" x 100\" quilt featuring Studio 180 Designs techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eChoose from two gorgeous—and completely different—fabric colorways: the bright and playful \u003cstrong\u003eJust Dandy by Island Batik\u003c\/strong\u003e, filled with turquoise, aqua, lime, coral, pink and rich blues; or the fresh floral \u003cstrong\u003eAmong the Wildflowers II by Shelly Cavanna for Benartex\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring beautiful shades of navy, teal, aqua, blue and spring green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe're putting our own spin on Jubilation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe original \u003cem\u003eJubilation\u003c\/em\u003e design repeats several blocks around its striking center medallion. But you know me—I couldn't resist playing with it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor our First Saturday version, I'm creating \u003cstrong\u003e16 different blocks\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than repeating the original eight. We'll use blocks from \u003cem\u003eJubilation\u003c\/em\u003e along with additional blocks I've selected to give you even more opportunities to work with your Studio 180 tools, learn new techniques and build your piecing skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDuring the 12-month First Saturday program, participants will receive \u003cstrong\u003e12 different monthly blocks\u003c\/strong\u003e. At the end of the program, those blocks can be arranged into a quilt of your own design, or you may purchase our optional finishing kit to complete Emma's full 100\" x 100\" version of \u003cem\u003eJubilation\u003c\/em\u003e, including the additional blocks, center medallion, and finishing components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFirst Saturday is about more than the quilt\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eEach month you'll join Cyndi and your fellow quilters for either our morning or afternoon First Saturday gathering. \u003cstrong\u003eNo need to commit to one session for the entire year\u003c\/strong\u003e—come to whichever works best for your schedule that month.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe'll demonstrate the month's block and techniques, talk about what's new at Emma's and in the quilting world, share tips, tricks, and quilting hacks; and you'll get Cyndi's \u003cstrong\u003eRecipe of the Month \u003c\/strong\u003e(and sometimes a monthly tasting, especially if it's dessert!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAnd don't forget \u003cstrong\u003eShow \u0026amp; Tell!\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring something you've completed and let us celebrate it with you. It's one of our favorite First Saturday traditions and one of the reasons this program has developed into such a wonderful quilting community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHow the monthly blocks work\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYour registration includes your first block. Complete it and bring it with you the following month to receive your next block \u003cstrong\u003eat no additional charge\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCan't make a meeting? No problem. You may pick up your block before the next First Saturday and complete it in time to stay on track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAnd because \u003cstrong\u003elife happens\u003c\/strong\u003e, every participant receives \u003cstrong\u003eone free pass during the 12-month program\u003c\/strong\u003e. After your free pass has been used, if you miss a month or don't complete your block, the cost to receive the next block is $6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eStudio 180 Tools\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Studio 180 system is one of the reasons I'm so excited about this project. Their technique of making units slightly oversized and then trimming them precisely to size helps improve accuracy and gives you beautifully constructed blocks—even when your piecing isn't absolutely perfect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor \u003cem\u003eJubilation\u003c\/em\u003e, we strongly recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWing Clipper • Square Squared • Tucker Trimmer I • Corner Beam • V-Block • Quilter's Magic Wand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAlready purchased some of these for last year's First Saturday? \u003cstrong\u003ePerfect! We're putting them back to work.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you need any of the rulers for this year's program, registered First Saturday participants will receive \u003cstrong\u003e15% off their Studio 180 ruler purchases at Emma's.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSkill Level: Confident Beginner\/Intermediate\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDon’t let the finished quilt intimidate you! This program is designed for the \u003cstrong\u003econfident beginner through intermediate quilter\u003c\/strong\u003e who is comfortable with basic rotary cutting and piecing and is ready to build their skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSome of these blocks may look complicated, but that’s where the Studio 180 system really shines. By constructing units slightly oversized and then trimming them down for accuracy, you’ll learn techniques that help you achieve beautiful points, precise blocks, and better-fitting pieces without having to sew everything perfectly the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eEach month, I’ll demonstrate the techniques used in that month’s block and walk you through the Studio 180 tools that help make it successful. \u003cstrong\u003eYou don’t need to already be an expert—you just need to be ready to learn!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eProgram Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgram begins:\u003c\/strong\u003e  November 14, 2027 (I know it's not the first Saturday.  I'm having my retreat weekend that day so it will need to be the second week for the kick off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegistration:\u003c\/strong\u003e $45\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinished Emma's Jubilation quilt:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\" x 100\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-color, 52-page \u003cem\u003eJubilation\u003c\/em\u003e pattern plus additional block designs for Emma's expanded version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFabric choices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Just Dandy by Island Batik OR Among the Wildflowers II by Shelly Cavanna for Benartex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground fabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchased separately; yardage requirements will be provided. Emma's sample background fabric will be available for purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinishing kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional and purchased separately. Pricing will be announced at our first meeting, with kits expected to be available around the third month of the program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Confident beginner\/intermediate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCome for the quilt. Come for the learning. And don't be surprised if you stay for the friendships.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFirst Saturday has become one of our favorite traditions at Emma's, and I can't wait to see what we create together in 2027.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emma's Quilt Cupboard \u0026 Sewing Center","offers":[{"title":"Just Dandy Batiks","offer_id":43884228247615,"sku":"hfa1789514631244","price":33.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Among the Wildflowers Floral","offer_id":43884228280383,"sku":"kyt1789514631245","price":32.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/4581\/9455\/files\/2027-first-saturday-program---jubilation_1.png?v=1789514638","url":"https:\/\/georgetteoutfit.shop\/products\/2027-first-saturday-program-jubilation","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}