0418 Class: Checkmate | 04.18.2026 | 10:00am-2:30pm

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(Full Description Below) Make your next move a winning one with Checkmate! In this skill-building SewEndipitous MakersClass™, we will guide you through creating the striking Checkmate quilt while teaching two different methods for making half-square triangles (HSTs).

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Where Your Inner Quilter Awakens & Unexpected Happiness Is Found In Every Stitch.”

Class Title: Checkmate

a SewEndipitous® MakersClass™ - the magic is in the making.

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026 Class Duration: 10:00am-2:30pm Fee: $35.00 Instructor: Donna Rodriguez Skill Level Required to Register: Beginner or Higher
Class Summary: Make your next move a winning one with Checkmate! In this skill-building SewEndipitous MakersClass™, Donna will guide you through creating the striking Checkmate quilt while teaching two different methods for making half-square triangles (HSTs). Whether you're new to quilting or ready to expand your technique toolbox, this class offers clear instruction, supportive learning, and plenty of “aha!” moments along the way. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of HST construction, improved accuracy, and the confidence to apply these methods to countless future projects. Ready to play the board and stitch the beauty? Checkmate awaits.

Required Supplies:

Fat Quarters by the Dozen Book by It’s Sew Emma*
Fabric as required by the pattern instructions

Prior to Class:

Cut fabric according to the directions provided in the book, paying attention to the diagram provided for cutting the fat quarters. If the foundation paper piecing option is chosen, you must follow the cutting directions on the paper, not the fat quarter cutting diagram shown in the instructions (or leave it to do at class time).

Class Supplies:

Sewing machine, manual, power cords and foot pedal
Extra machine needles
1/4-inch presser foot
Rotary cutter and extra blades
Cutting mat
Neutral thread and full bobbins
Seam ripper
Pressing mat
Portable iron
4-1/2 x 24-inch ruler (or similar)
Pins

Optional/Suggested Supplies:

2” Half Square Triangle Paper by Triangles on a Roll

* Special Note: There will be two other classes from the book "Fat Quarters by the Dozen".

If you would like, please register and sew along with Donna.
Compositions - February 7, 2026
Sunbeam - May 30, 2026

Recommended: Cleaning your machine on a regular basis (and before a class) helps it to work efficiently and helps you to avoid issues while in class. A new needle and a change of your rotary cutter blade also adds to your success with a new project.

Important Considerations:

All attendees are respectfully asked to refrain from wearing perfumes and scented lotions/oils due to allergy and olfactory sensitivities of some students and instructors.
Additionally, must be 18 years or older to register unless otherwise approved by instructor in advance.
Tardy/Late arrivals greater than 15 minutes from class start time will not be admitted and no refunds will be issued.

Classes and Events are Non-Refundable Without Exception Unless:

You are able to find another person to take your spot.
You cancel 30 days prior to the Class/Event.
The instructor cancels.

* By attending this class or event, you acknowledge and agree that you may be photographed or recorded. SewEndipitous® reserves the right to use any photographs or recordings taken during the event for promotional, marketing, or other purposes, without any further consent or compensation.