Supply List for Courthouse Steps with a Twist

Supply List for Courthouse Steps with a Twist
Instructor – Jaki Soper
The Courthouse Step blocks are cut, rearranged and rejoined to make an original quilt
with a contemporary look. Contrasting fabrics works well.
Come join the fun as we engage in machine sewing this quick and easy yet elegant quilt
top. Learn basic construction and quilting techniques including rotary cutting and strip
piecing, using scant ¼” seams.
 Basic sewing supplies: scissors, ripper, pins, extra sewing machine
needles, machine instruction manual, etc.
 Rotary cutter and mat
 ¼ “ foot (optional)
 Ruler (6” X 24”)
 Ruler (6” X 12”)
 Thread to match material or a basic gray color for everything
 Pencil and note book for taking notes
 Camera ( if you have one)
Fabric (contrasting fabrics work well)
 ½ yard each of 8 assorted light, medium, and dark value prints
 ½ yard each of 8 assorted light, medium, and dark value tone on tone
fabrics
 Batting ( size to be discussed in class)
 Backing fabric ( size to be discussed in class)
Preparation
*Wash, dry, STARCH, and iron, all cotton fabric before class. (Starching the fabric
helps tremendously, when sewing the pieces together.)