Quilty Clock – A Paper Pieced Timepiece with Anne Marcellis

Quilty Clock – A Paper Pieced Timepiece with Anne Marcellis

All-inclusive quilting retreat with meals, lodging, an exclusive quilting excursion and a FREE color consultation w/ Anne!

Instructor: Anne Marcellis
Dates: June 4 – Jun 7 2026
Location: Hidden Falls Farm Retreat • Nancy, Kentucky

Turn your love of quilting into a functional piece of art with the Quilty Clock workshop taught by the talented Anne Marcellis! This delightful 14” x 14” wall clock blends classic quilting aesthetics with foundation paper piecing—a perfect project for brightening your sewing studio, craft room, office, or gifting to someone special.

Whether you’re brand new to foundation paper piecing or ready to refine your technique, Anne teaches with patience, clarity, and encouragement. You’ll explore thoughtful fabric placement, learn how to use freezer paper to achieve perfect curves without chopping off points, and transform your finished mini quilt into a real working clock—complete with a wrapped canvas frame and quartz movement.

No free-motion quilting required.
You’ll finish your piece using straight-line stitching with a walking foot, so choose a coordinating thread to enhance your design.

✨ FREE Color Consultation Included!

Color is one of the hardest—and most fun—parts of this project! Enjoy a free color consultation by contacting Anne directly prior to the workshop.

✔ Anne will chat with you about your favorite colors and fabric style, helping her understand the look and feel you want for your clock.

✔ Together, you’ll create a customized color arrangement using your chosen palette, making the design feel uniquely yours.

✔ Anne will then provide a beautiful digital preview of your Quilty Clock, so you can see your design come to life even before the workshop begins.

This service is included with your retreat registration and gives you total confidence before you ever make your first cut.

Anne also provides a variety of colorway ideas her upply list provided upon registration, and she can share additional combinations upon request.

What You’ll Learn

• How to confidently foundation paper piece, even as a beginner

• How to use freezer paper to achieve perfect points and smooth curves

• Tips for fabric prep, value placement, and color impact

• Straight-line quilting using a walking foot

• How to mount your quilt block onto canvas for a clean, professional finish

• How to assemble and install your working clock mechanism

• Creative design variations and color inspirations

Finished Size: 14″ x 14″
Pattern: $8 (required)
Optional Kit: $8 (includes freezer paper sheets, printed templates, and brush)

Bring your favorite fabrics, a sense of fun, and your creative imagination—you’ll leave with a charming, functional timepiece that celebrates your love of quilting every time it ticks!

Sample Design Inspiration