Improvisational Log Cabin Triangle Kaleidoscope Quilts

Course Summary

An enthralling way to spend a day! Learn a fun approach to improv stitch-and-flip triangles on scrap paper. Sew the triangles into sparkly 14" wide “kaleidoscopes" that can become wall-hangings, table mats, pillows, or the start of a spectacular larger quilt. They make unforgettable, unique gifts. This is NOT English Paper Piecing or foundation paper piecing - it's way more relaxing!

The videos show every step, start to finish; they're short, fun and funny. The workshop fee also includes a downloadable copy of my 54-page PDF book, "Improv Log Cabin Triangle Kaleidoscope Quilts," (which, sold separately, costs $19.95).

And please email me with any questions! cathy.perlmutter@gmail.com.

Course Curriculum

Introduction
4 Lessons
- Welcome and Overview, V-1
  Start
- Supplies
  Start
- Recognizing Blocks, Defining Terms
  Start
- Mark the Template, Cut the Paper Triangles
  Start
Section 2: Sewing the Triangle Blocks
13 Lessons
- Pre-creases and Easy Fixes
  Start
- Ready, Set, Sew
  Start
- Tent Block
  Start
- Hut Block
  Start
- Solid Leaf Block, Speed Cutting Diamonds, and Patching Examples
  Start
- V Block
  Start
- Mountain Block (Tent variation)
  Start
- Split Leaf Block
  Start
- Arrow Block
  Start
- Water Lily Block
  Start
- One-Seam Angled Tip Block
  Start
- Gradations Block
  Start
- Checkerboard Block
  Start
Section 3: Assemble Your Kaleidoscope
4 Lessons
- Kaleidoscopic Symmetry
  Start
- Auditioning Blocks
  Start
- Creating the Rows
  Start
- Joining the Rows
  Start
Section 4: Finishing a Kaleidoscope and Other Projects
6 Lessons
- Pillowcase Finish
  Start
- Traditional Straight-of-Grain Binding Finish
  Start
- Binding with Bias, Corners Become Curves
  Start
- Quilted Points, Part 1
  Start
- Quilted Points, Part 2
  Start
- Quilted Points, Part 3
  Start
Section 5: Turn Kaleidoscopes Into Larger Stars
1 Lesson
- Turn Kaleidoscopes into Larger Stars
  Start
Section 6: More Things to Make
1 Lesson
- Pop Art Quilts, Bowls, and PIllows; Kitchen Art
  Start

Cathy Perlmutter

Cathy Perlmutter had a career in consumer and health journalism. A chance visit to a quilt show, in 1991, left her thunderstruck. Since then, her quilts have won awards in national shows; her work has been featured in national quilting magazines, including Quiltmaker, Curated Quilts, Uppercase, Quilters Newsletter Magazine, and many more. She was the featured guest for a 2024 segment of The Quilt Show with Alex Anderson and Ricky Tims. Find her patterns and books at etsy.com/shop/cathypstudio. Her website is at cathyperlmutter.com, and you can sign up for her newsletter at https://cathyperlmutter.us12.l....

Cathy’s tutorials are easy to follow. Her instructions are clear and precise. Having a visual of her putting the triangles together is a plus. I’ve been quilting for over 30 years and this shows you can still learn the basics.

Donna B.

This is really cool! I'm just stretching my design perspective into the improv world. I love all the flexibility with this kaleidoscope technique! I got excited as I started watching, and thinking about the possibilities. The videos are very clear. You explain the technique well. I understood it right away, and appreciated you pointing out the finer points (pun intended) of what to look for. I like that you gave two options with pressing the long edge, and the lazy, I-don't-want-to-get-up-right-now option, which I'm sure will be me. :) Really nice to see a relatively complicated idea, broken down into such easy steps. Great job!

Crissi W.

Course Pricing

One-Time Plan
$60 USD

30+ videos, comparable to an all-day retreat.
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30+ step-by-step videos
A copy of my 54-page PDF book, a $19.95 value