Jolee Quilt Along! Everything You Need To Know
Are you ready to embark on an exciting quilting adventure? The Jolee Quilt Along hosted by GE Designs is the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills, connect with a vibrant quilting community, and create a stunning masterpiece. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just starting your quilting journey, this quilt along promises inspiration, creativity, and fun!
What is the Jolee Quilt Along?
The Jolee Quilt Along is a guided quilting event centered around the beautiful Jolee quilt pattern designed by Gudrun Erla of GE Designs. Known for her innovative patterns and efficient quilting techniques, Gudrun has created Jolee to be both versatile and beginner-friendly. The quilt features dynamic geometric shapes that can be customized with your favorite fabric collections, making each quilt uniquely yours.
How It Works
This quilt along is structured to help participants complete their quilts step by step, with Gudrun’s expert guidance throughout the process. Here’s how it works:
1. Purchase the Pattern: Head over to GE Designs’ website to purchase the Jolee quilt pattern. Once purchased, you’ll receive the Jolee QAL schedule and fabric requirements in your account right away and after the QAL, the videos will be available in your account as well.
2. Take a Look at the Schedule:
-Friday February 14th: Full pattern available in your account
-Saturday February 15th: Live broadcast
-10am Kickoff - First steps.
-12pm Next steps.
-2pm Finishing the blocks and layout.
-4pm Tada moments, checking on everyone's progress and Finale.
3. Gather Your Supplies: Select your fabrics and ensure you have the tools you need. Gudrun often shares fabric suggestions and tips to help you make the most of your design.
4. Follow Along on February 15th: The quilt along is divided into four sections, with live sessions hosted by Gudrun. She’ll demonstrate cutting, piecing, and assembling the quilt top, sharing helpful tricks along the way.
Live Broadcast is found on FB at www.facebook.com/gequiltdesigns and on YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/gedesigns
5. Share Your Progress: Participants are encouraged to share their progress on social media using the hashtag #JoleeQAL.
Why Join?
There are countless reasons to participate in the Jolee Quilt Along. Here are just a few:
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Learn New Techniques: Gudrun’s tutorials are packed with tips to streamline your quilting process, making it easier and more enjoyable.
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Creative Freedom: The Jolee pattern’s flexibility allows you to experiment with colors and prints to create a quilt that reflects your personal style.
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Community Support: Join a supportive group of quilters who are as passionate about the craft as you are. Share your progress, ask questions, and celebrate your milestones together.
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Fun and Relaxation: Quilting is a wonderful way to unwind and channel your creativity into something tangible and beautiful.
How to Get Started
Visit the GE Designs website to purchase the Jolee pattern. Make sure to follow GE Designs on social media for updates and inspiration leading up to the event.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!
And join Gudrun's Quilt Crew on Facebook!
Once you’re ready, gather your supplies, clear your workspace, and get ready to quilt!
So grab your sewing machine, choose your fabrics, and join us for this exciting quilting journey. Happy quilting!
So you've purchased the pattern and are excited to get sewing, what next?
If you don't have an account, create one here and use the same email address that you used when purchasing the pattern.
If you need assistance accessing your pattern and videos, please watch this instructional video.
Please note - Each time you click on a PDF in your Downloadable Files, it counts as a download. Each person is allocated 8 downloads for each file. We highly encourage you to save your files on your device in an easily accessible location so that you can open them from that spot instead of using up your downloads.
Here is Mr. HP's curated Spotify Playlist that you can list to while sewing.
Below are the incredible recipes Gudrun has planned for her Sew Day with Jolee. We hope you enjoy them!