NOTE: Our classes are offered by request to fit your schedule. To book, simply text 979-492-7511 or email donnasquiltingrespite@hotmail.com with the class name. Donna will coordinate with you to arrange a time that works best.
Laura Heine Collage Bowl/Wreath Class
Laura Heine Collage Bowl/Wreath Class
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Celebrate the holiday season with a relaxing, creative collage class featuring Laura Heine’s Collage Bowl/Wreath pattern. This festive workshop focuses on building a stunning holiday wreath or decorative bowl using collage techniques — perfect for Christmas décor, gifting, or adding handmade charm to your home.Create a beautiful mix of winter greenery, bright holiday florals, textures, and seasonal accents. Whether you prefer traditional Christmas colors or a whimsical winter palette, this project allows endless creativity in a warm and joyful holiday atmosphere.A perfect way to unwind during the busy season while making something you’ll treasure year after year.
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Class Details
📍 Location: Donna’s Quilting Respite (3008 Barron Rd, College Station, TX 77845)
📅 Schedule: Classes available by request – flexible to fit your calendar
⏰ Duration: One-Day Class (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
👥 Skill Level: Beginner–Intermediate (no prior experience required)
💲 Cost: $120 USD (Includes Donna’s professional instruction only; bring your own materials and tools or purchase from our store.)
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What You’ll Learn:
How to read and prepare a Laura Heine collage pattern
Choosing festive fabrics that blend, pop & sparkle
Fussy-cutting motifs for a clean, detailed collage
Layering greenery, berries, florals & holiday prints
Building the wreath or bowl shape with balance & dimension
Blending fabrics for soft transitions
Using Steam-A-Seam 2 for precise placement
Tips for pressing, stabilizing & prepping the collage for quilting or framing -
Supply List
1. Pattern
Laura Heine “Collage Bowl/Wreath” pattern
2. Foundation & Background
Pattern Ease or Pellon 830 — ½ to 1 yard
Background fabric — ½ yard
(Soft neutral, snowy white, low-volume print recommended for Christmas projects)
3. Adhesives
Steam-A-Seam 2 (NOT Lite) — 4–5 yards
4. Fabrics — Holiday Edition 🎁
Bring festive scraps, motifs, and small-scale prints you love.
🎄 For The Wreath
Greens: pine, holly, fern, spruce, ivy, mistletoe
Red, burgundy & berry prints
Holiday motifs (holly berries, poinsettias, pinecones)
✨ For Accents & Florals
Golds, creams, whites, silvers
Small florals, textures, dots, stars
Winter florals and metallic highlights
🪵 For Bowl / Base
Browns, winter neutrals
Subtle geometrics or textured prints
5. Scissors
Precision collage scissors
Small fussy-cutting scissors
6. Tools & Notions
Appliqué pressing sheet
Glue stick or Fabric Fuse
Ultra-fine Sharpie
Mechanical pencil
Pins
Tweezers
Iron & small pressing mat
Rotary cutter & small mat
7. Sewing Machine
Not required for collage construction
Needed only for quilting or finishing
Bring your own or rent one for $10/hour
8. Optional but Helpful
Small design board
Light box
Pressing cloth
Extra bobbins
9. Finishing Supplies
(Not used in class)
Batting
Backing fabric
Binding — ½ yard
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What You’ll Walk Away With
- A beautiful Christmas collage wreath or bowl ready to quilt or frame
A festive & relaxing creative day
Mastery of collage techniques you can use for future holiday projects
A handmade piece perfect for gifting or decorating
Confidence in fussy-cutting, layering & building collage compositions
Holiday memories made at Donna’s cozy, welcoming studio
- A beautiful Christmas collage wreath or bowl ready to quilt or frame
How to book this class?
Booking is easy!
- Browse the class description (you’re here 😊).
- Text 979-492-7511 or email donnasquiltingrespite@hotmail.com with class name.
- Donna will coordinate with you to set up a time that works for both of you.
It’s that simple — your quilting journey starts with one message!
Meet Your Instructor
Donna Galvan is an Advanced Certified Quilting Instructor with years of experience teaching students of all levels. Known for her patience, creativity, and clear step-by-step guidance, she makes quilting approachable, fun, and rewarding. Her mission is to help you discover the joy of quilting while building confidence in your skills.
Moments from the class...
FAQs
I’ve never sewn before- can I still take this class?
Absolutely! Donna specializes in breaking down techniques for beginners. You’ll be guided step by step.
Can I bring my own fabrics and tools?
Yes! You’re welcome to bring your own or purchase everything you need from Donna’s shop.
Do I get to keep the bag I make?
Yes! You’ll leave class with a completed tote bag that you designed and made yourself.
Can I book with a friend?
Definitely - classes are even more fun with friends! Group bookings are available.
Got more questions?
📞 (979) 485-1685
📧 donnasquiltingrespite@hotmail.com
Refund Policy
Event refunds available with at least 48 hours’ notice before class start time.
No refunds for no-shows or late cancellations.