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<P><SPAN>You’ll be amazed at how easy this complicated-looking block can actually be! Learn how to make a strip-pieced Mariner’s Compass block using Robin Ruth Design’s innovative and easy-to-use Mariner’s Compass ruler. No paper-piecing required!</SPAN></P>
<P><SPAN>We’ll work together to complete a 16-inch block, then use it to make a simple envelope-back pillow.  </SPAN></P>
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<P><SPAN>In addition to the regular supplies (sewing machine, cutting mat and rotary cutter, thread, scissors), please make sure to also include the following: </SPAN></P>
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<LI>Your own sewing machine</LI>
<LI>Large cutting mat</LI>
<LI><A TARGET="_blank" HREF="http://www.fabricdepot.com/quilting-sewing-notions/tools-supplies/rotary-cutters-and-mats/manufacturer/olfa" REL="nofollow">Rotary cutter with a new blade</A></LI>
<LI>Extra <A TARGET="_blank" HREF="http://www.fabricdepot.com/quilting-sewing-notions/schmetz-universal-needles-multi-pack-70-10-80-12-90-14" REL="nofollow">machine needles</A></LI>
<LI><A TARGET="_blank" HREF="http://www.fabricdepot.com/quilting-sewing-notions/tools-supplies/scissors" REL="nofollow">Snips or small scissors</A></LI>
<LI>Straight Pins </LI>
<LI>Neutral <A TARGET="_blank" HREF="http://www.fabricdepot.com/quilting-sewing-notions/thread" REL="nofollow">thread</A></LI>
<LI><A TARGET="_blank" HREF="http://www.fabricdepot.com/quilting-sewing-notions/tools-supplies/rulers-templates/rectangle/the-cutting-edge-65-245-ruler" REL="nofollow">Large straight edge ruler</A> (around 6”x24”)</LI>
<LI>1/2 yd. fabric for pillow cover borders and back </LI>
<LI>18" x 22" piece of freezer paper</LI>
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<P><IMG SRC="https://cdn.evbuc.com/eventlogos/97555471/screenshot20160121at12.33.59pm.png" ALT="Mariners Compass pillows">For Skinny Robin, also bring: </P>
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<LI>Three (3) white 3 1/4" x WOF strips for background </LI>
<LI>Three (3) red 2" x WOF strips for Point 1 </LI>
<LI>Three (3) light blue 2 1/4" x WOF strips for Point 2 </LI>
<LI>Three (3) dark blue 2 3/4" x WOF strips for Point 3 </LI>
<LI>Two (2) yellow 4" squares for center </LI>
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<P><SPAN>For Fat Robin, also bring: </SPAN></P>
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<LI>Three (3) green 3 1/4" x WOF strips for background </LI>
<LI>Three (3) orange 2 1/4" x WOF strips for Point 1 </LI>
<LI>Three (3) magenta 3" x WOF strips for Point 2 </LI>
<LI>Three (3) pink 4" x WOF strips for Point 3</LI>
<LI>Two (2) yellow 6" squares for center </LI>
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<P>You are welcome to use other colors, but for reference we've listed the colors in the image. Be sure to use high contrast fabrics.</P>
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<P>Your choice of <A TARGET="_blank" HREF="http://www.fabricdepot.com/patterns-books/patterns/mariners-compass-skinny-robin-book-and-ruler" REL="nofollow">Skinny Mariner's Compass Ruler</A> or <A TARGET="_blank" HREF="http://www.fabricdepot.com/mariners-compass-fat-robin-book-and-ruler" REL="nofollow">Fat Mariner's Compass Ruler</A> from Robin Ruth Designs is required for the workshop. </P>
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