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New Quilt on the Block

Ready to make your first Quilt?

New Quilt on the Block shows you how to make your first quilt confidently and easily with my step-by-step instructions.

You have seen the amazing Quilts all over Pinterest and the Internet and feel overwhelmed with all the materials you need to start, let alone all the skills you need to make it happen? 

Are you frustrated by having tried to piece it all together yourself and are demoralised with your results of a Pinterest v’s Reality disaster? Then you are in the right place. 

There is more to Quilting than you think.  It’s not that you aren’t good at sewing, it’s that you haven’t learned the techniques for Quilting. Until you master the basics, you are going to struggle to make the quilt that you dream of.  But the good news is that the basics are easy to master with the guidance and support from someone who has done it before.  

Put your time, money and energy into getting it right from the start so that you can make a quilt that comes together correctly and without the frustration.  

Doors open February, 2024

Doors open again for Enrolments in February, 2024.
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Jemima Flendt

I'm Jemima Flendt and a High School Home Economics teacher that has turned my passion for teaching quilting and sewing into my full-time work. I have taught years of Quilting Workshops and Retreats (both nationally and internationally) where I show beginner quilters, that with the right instructions and skills, they can achieve cutting, piecing, constructing and quilting their very own quilts that come together with great results.

As the author of Three beginner quilting books, I understand how to explain each of the steps, to teach you exactly the skills that will set you up for success. You don’t have to guess what to do next or to have to read between the lines.

New Quilt on the Block

Introducing, New Quilt on the Block which shows beginner quilters how to achieve making their first quilt confidently and easily so you can wrap up someone you love in a quilt with my step-by-step course format.

The course has been created to take you from feeling overwhelmed in not knowing where to start, to proudly showing off your very first quilt, that didn’t take a huge amount of time and allows you to wrap up someone you love in a handmade quilt.

You will learn the foundation skills of cutting, sewing, piecing and quilting, which will allow you to read and understand pattern instructions, sets yourself up for future projects in your quilting adventures and can save you from a quilting disaster.   

What makes New Quilt on the Block different?

New Quilt on the Block features pre-recorded videos over 6 weeks so that you can go step-by-step and not feel overwhelmed. 

Bite-sized videos mean you are shown exactly what you need to do so you can spend less time watching and more time making to create your first quilt, even faster and without the fuss. 

Downloadable and Printable Workbooks, mean you can work through each unit at your own pace and have it right in front of you so that you can refer to the information at any time, keeping track of your learning and you can make all the extra notes you like. 

Checklists are included to make it super easy to see what you will need and then you can tick these off as you go. 

Here's what you will find inside this course

• A 6-week, self-paced course, that teaches you how to make your first quilt from a pile of fabric to a  beautifully finished quilt. 

• Pattern instructions that have been specially created for you in mind.  Everything has been explained in detail so that there is 
    no guesswork but simple enough for your first project. 

• Pre-recorded videos that accompany each unit that you can watch as many times as you need but are bite sized so that you get 
   sewing quicker. Watch these from the comfort of your own home, around your own schedule. 

• Unit Workbooks that are both downloadable and printable so that you have at your fingertips all the information you need to  
   make a quilt. These will set you up for success. 

• Access to a Community Facebook page with like-minded and inspired quilters where you can share your progress or ask 
   questions. 

• New units are made available each week so that you can work on one unit before moving onto the next.  

• Access to New Quilt on the Block is for 1 year, so that you can refer back to it as you build your skills, and you don’t have to  
   worry about falling behind. 

• A list of Partner Stores who will be stocking (optional) Quilt Kits for New Quilt on the Block. 

“I’ve been wanting to learn to quilt for a while and Jemima’s course came up at the perfect time. I have loved it and am completely hooked. I found the course easy to follow and both the videos and workbooks were useful tools along with the well written pattern. Jemima was also a great support throughout the process and the Tied with a Ribbon community on Facebook were such lovely advocates. I’m currently starting my second quilt and couldn’t be more excited. Honestly, I love quilting and am so proud of what I created with my New Quilt on the Block project. .”

Kylie Crockett
Round 1 Student

"It was very helpful to have both videos and written instructions to refer to, and I really appreciated the videos showing things like accurate cutting and checking your seam allowance - so often these are skipped over as 'assumed knowledge', but we have to learn them somewhere! The way the modules were grouped and ordered was logical and easy to follow. Jemima's pattern is straight-forward to assemble, but looks stunning made up - I loved the pattern so much I added extra blocks to make it big enough for my bed! I would recommend New Quilt on the Block for anyone looking to start their patchwork journey, but also those already on their journey who would like to refine their skills".

Rebecca White
Round 1 Student

"I've never quilted before and was completely intimidated by the process and couldn't attend in person classes so I just didn't begin. The New Quilt On The Block course changed all that and by going step by step from the very beginning, recapping and reminding me of the basics again before diving in with fun and simple step by step instructions. With a workbook and video for each unit, you can't go wrong! I now have a stunning quilt which is modern and also on trend, and It's empowered me to go ahead with more Tied With A Ribbon patterns with confidence. I highly recommend the New Quilt On The Block Course!

Sarah Francis
Founding New Quilt on the Block Student

"I was a tester for this quilt course. Jemima’s techniques are simple, precise and easy to follow. The video tutorials are crisp, clear and concise. They are also not too long so you don’t ever feel weighed down with content. I highly recommend this course to any beginner quilter and wish there had been something like this available when I started my quilting journey."

Sue-ann Tilby
Founding New Quilt on the Block Student

“I just completed my 6 week online course with Jemima. Having a tutor who loves to make sure you are starting your Quilting journey on a solid foundation is in my opinion a great tool. Jemima did all the hard work for me. I had the best possible outcome, thanks, Jemima for a wonderful informative course.”

Kelly Pevehouse
Round 1 Student 

"Jemima’s beginner quilting course New Quilt on the Block was the perfect course to help me learn to make my first quilt. She broke the process down into small, easy to follow weekly units, which helped me to not become overwhelmed. The skills I learned helped me become confident in tackling my next project and many more to come!"

Michelle Grab
Founding New Quilt on the Block Student

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Karen Fitzgibbons

I MADE MY 1ST QUILT!

Jemima is such a wonderful teacher! I really enjoyed this class and learned so much. I came from a garment sewing background and this was my very 1st attempt at a quilt. Jemima fine teaching helped me every step of the way. She answered my questions promtly. Everything is so organized so you can get it done with ease! I'm very happy with my quilt and look forward to taking more classes. Enroll with confidence!

3 days ago
Ninon McCullough

Professional and Personal ...the Perfect Online Class!

Jemima has pulled together a comprehensive course in a beautifully executed package that entails a thorough workbook and video demonstration-- available for ongoing reference. The coursework is broken down into manageable steps, it is important to observe Jemima as her technique is best practice. For example, the way she pins to match seams and corners is one I will copy as it truly helps to line up for perfect points and corners. The New Quilt on the Block pattern utilizes 8" squares with basic shapes supporting a good beginner foundation and adaptable for any decor and skill level. Jemima provides feedback and encouragement through social media during process. A serendipitous outcome is the access for us more rural students and the joy of taking the course in comfort of your own home at your own speed with the fun of involving your family in process. In my case, my family got to be part of the process from primary fabric choice to thread coloration and my pup was sitting at my feet. It doesn't get any better than that!.

1 week ago
Amy Nash

Worth every penny!

From ground zero to a completed project Jemima takes you step by step; explanations are crystal clear and videos complement each chapter. Weekly new chapters allow you to complete the project in a timely manner. If you're tired of searching videos for answers to quilting questions, Jemima's beginner's course will guide you and eliminate those time consuming rabbit holes! Worth the price and the finished quilt will get rave reviews from your family!

2 weeks ago
Geri Wesolek

If you’re interested in learning how to quilt from a master teacher, you’ll be thoroughly happy with this course!

For years I had been dreaming of taking a quilting class, but I couldn’t find one in my small town and didn’t really have time to attend in-person classes. Then I found Jemima’s ‘New Quilt on the Block’ online course! I was so impressed with her online presence, the course design, and the six weeks of lessons culminating with a fabulous, finished product, an amazing quilt! I didn’t think it possible really, but shocked myself when after only six weeks I had a quilt ready to be sent to the longarm! Most impressive I would say was Jemima’s extremely organized, user-friendly online access to the six units that make up the class, the workbooks, videos, and the support group on Community Facebook. I felt so supported and encouraged by other quilters in the course. People asked questions I was nervous to ask and the group always responded. Jemima was involved with everyone who reached out to her. She is the most kind person (love her accent!) and she is certainly an expert in her field, giving directions that are clear and concise. I feel confident after making my first quilt that I have learned the ‘best practices’ in quilting. I can’t wait to start quilting another!

2 months ago
Rebecca White

Great for beginners & those a bit further along!

Having made a handful of quilts already, I enrolled in New Quilt on the Block as a way to brush up on some fundamental patchwork and quilting skills, and to branch out into something new for me - working with triangles. It was very helpful to have both videos and written instructions to refer to, and I really appreciated the videos showing things like accurate cutting and checking your seam allowance - so often these are skipped over as 'assumed knowledge', but we have to learn them somewhere! The way the modules were grouped and ordered was logical and easy to follow. Jemima's pattern is straight-forward to assemble, but looks stunning made up - I loved the pattern so much I added extra blocks to make it big enough for my bed! I would recommend New Quilt on the Block for anyone looking to start their patchwork journey, but also those already on their journey who would like to refine their skills.

4 months ago
Kylie Crockett

I'm hooked, call me a quilter

I’ve been wanting to learn to quilt for a while and Jemima’s course came up at the perfect time. I have loved it, and am completely hooked. I found the course easy to follow and both the videos and workbooks were useful tools along with the well written pattern. Jemima was also a great support throughout the process and the Tied with a Ribbon community on Facebook were such lovely advocates. I’m currently starting my second quilt and couldn’t be more excited. Honestly, I love quilting and am so proud of what I created with my new quilt on the block project.

4 months ago
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Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely, all you need is a keen interest, and I will show you the rest. Everything you will need is outlined and all the skills to make your first quilt are covered.

You have access for 1 year to this course so that you can refer back to it as you build your skills.  But don’t forget that all of the workbooks and instructions are downloadable so you can keep these for your own use forever.

Yes, this course has been designed with you in mind.  This course will have one unit dropped each week. This means you can learn the skills in your own time and be ready for the following week.  As you have access to this course for 1 year you don’t need to worry about falling behind or needing extra time in a week if you don’t complete all the steps.

With bite-sized videos and content to get you sewing faster you can get making knowing that you are learning exactly what you need to know rather than being overwhelmed with information you won’t need yet. With only a few hours each week you can complete this beautiful quilt.

There will be a list available for stores stocking kits and equipment to make this quilt in Australia, Canada and the United States.

You will get access to the Tied with a Ribbon Patterns Community on Facebook.

By the end of this course

Imagine its 6 weeks from today and you have just put the last stitch in your quilt and hold it out from you and feel so much pride in this beautiful creation you have made.  You wrap it up, tie it with a bow, gift it to a special loved one and see their face light up at the time and love you have poured into this gift.  

It’s totally okay to carve out time to fill up your own cup and learn a hobby.

You’ll skip the frustration and learn the right shortcuts.  

You will be so excited to gift the quilt you have made to your best friend’s new baby, or to wrap up a dear loved one with your handmade quilt that you are so proud of having made and that expresses just how much you care.  The gift of a Quilt will be treasured for many years to come and becomes such a source of comfort to the person you have made it for.  

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