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A new class schedule is sent out each quarter. Our classes include beginning quiltmaking, hand quilting, machine quilting, paper piecing and a variety of techniques and quilt tops. On average there are 50 classes each quarter so you're sure to find something to spark your interest. Classes are held for one, two or three sessions during the daytime, evenings or weekends. Class supply lists are available at the shop in advance of the first class. Please call us at (651) 452-8891 or e-mail us if you'd like to register for classes.
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| • If a class requires a sewing machine, make sure your machine is in good working order. |
| • Quilt classes are generally for the top only. Help with finishing your quilt is always available at the shop; classes on finishing will be available periodically. |
| • Try to arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of class so you will have time to get your supplies organized and purchase any additional supplies you may need. |
| • In consideration of classmates, children should not accompany you to class. |
| • If enrollment is too low we will notify you 7 days prior to the start of class. Refunds or store credits will be given if the cancellation is made by us |
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Beginner | ||||
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Fee: $55+ Book | ||||
| Machine Quilting |
Beginner | |||
| Instructor: Kristie |
1 Session |
Fee: $25 | ||
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Saturday, April 12, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | ||||
| Too many quilt tops and not enough time? Tired of machine quilting "in the ditch"? Well, drop those feed dogs and take off with all the lovely quilting stencils that you really want to use. This hands-on class will focus on freehand quilting with information and demonstrations of quilting with a walking foot, nylon thread and various other specialty threads. Proper techniques for quilting full size quilts will also be covered. Students must know how to remove, cover or lower feed dogs and must have a darning foot. | ||||
| Beginning Appliqué |
Beginner | |||
| Instructor: Sylvia |
3 Sessions |
Fee: $25 + Pattern | ||
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MUST HAVE HAD BEGINNING QUILT MAKING | ||||
| Learn the skills and techniques necessary for beautiful appliqué while working on a class project. You may choose one of two projects as your pattern. Traditional needle-turn techniques will be taught in this class. | ||||
| Hand Quilting |
Beginner | |||
| Instructor: Millie |
1 Session |
Fee: $20 | ||
| Tuesday, May 6, 6:00-9:00 p.m. | ||||
| Supplies needed for quilting are the first topic of discussion. Then, the running stitch, stab stitch, and rocking stitch will be demonstrated. Various threads, battings and their workability for hand quilting will also be discussed. | ||||
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Paper Piecing |
All Levels | |||
| Instructor: Sue |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 + Pattern | ||
| Monday, June 2, 6:00-9:00 p.m. | ||||
| This is a wonderful technique to add to your arsenal of piecing skills. Choose any one of the many patterns we have available for your class project. | ||||
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Machine Trapunto |
All Levels | |||
| Instructor: Barb S. |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 + Book | ||
| Saturday, April 26, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | ||||
| Come learn how to make the stuffed quilt designs you have often admired. You must know how to drop your feed dogs for free-motion quilting. Some free-motion experience recommended. | ||||
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Photo Transfer |
All Levels | |||
| Instructor: Sandi T.. |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 | ||
| Friday, April 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. | ||||
| This demonstration will give you tips and suggestions on creating that perfect memory quilt. We will discuss different products available and various ideas for including photos in your quilts. | ||||
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Signature Quilt |
All Levels | |||
| Instructor: Jodi |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 | ||
| Saturday, April 5, 10:00 a.m. - noon | ||||
| Create a signature quilt to be used as a guest book for that special wedding or family reunion. We will discuss fabric selection and cover a variety of tips and techniques for signature quilts. | ||||
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English Paper Piecing |
All Levels | |||
| Instructor: Sandi T. |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 + Pattern | ||
| Monday, April 21, May 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. | ||||
| This method of creating quilts and other projects has been around for years. It's a great take-along project that you can toss in your purse. Any fabric works well, especially the 30's reproduction fabric that we carry a lot of. The squares are handpieced around paper which is later removed and then the shapes are put together to create a block. This is a hand project that anyone can do. | ||||
| Stained Glass Technique |
All Levels | |||
| Instructor: Millie |
1 Session |
Fee: $20 + Pattern | ||
| Tuesday, May 27, 6:00-9:00 p.m. | ||||
| This technique creates a beautiful stained glass look with the use of fusible bias tape and beautiful prints. We will cover the techniques for making your first block. Kits are available. | ||||
Quilt Tops
| French Roses |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Sue |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 + Pattern |
| Friday, May 23, 6:00-9:00 p.m. | ||
| Like the bulls-eye quilt but want a new look? This quilt is a frayed edge quilt using a rose template. Purchase a kit, buy a great spring color combo of fabric, use up scraps, or combine the two - the results will be stunning! Although the store sample is 57" x 57", the quilt can be made larger. (Be prepared, this project is so much fun you may end up with a king size quilt!) | ||
| Flannel Parfait |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Millie |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 + Pattern |
| Tuesday, May 13, 6:00-9:00 p.m. | ||
| This great looking flannel quilt uses only fat quarters. Even the background can be done using only fat quarters. there are many layout possibilities using just one asymmetrical, rotary cut, template free building block. Six sizes and fabric requirements available. Fabric kits that look just like the store smaple are also available, so come on in and check it out. Get a head start on a warm, cuddly fall flannel throw! | ||
| Quilt Camp for Kids |
Ages 8 and up | |
| Instructor: Millie |
5 Sessions |
Fee: $55 + Book |
| Monday - Friday, July 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 10:00 a.m. - noon | ||
| Come in and see the throw quilt "Forever Stripes" we'll be making during quilt camp. It is a fun red, white and blue quilt you can use in many ways. This quilt has been made into kits for your convenience or, your kids can come in prior to class to choose thier own fabrics. Camp is open to girls and goys ages 8 and up. Parents need not attend, but should notify staff as to whether or not their child may use a rotary cutter. | ||
| Table Relish |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Tyanne |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 + Pattern |
| Wednesday, March 26, 6:00-9:00 p.m. | ||
| This table runner is fast, easy and fun to do. Stitch one up using your favorite plaids for that lodge look or use a bright pretty floral to chase away the winter doldrums. | ||
| Snippet Sensations |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Sandi T. |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 + Book |
| Saturday, April 12, 2:00-4:00 p.m. | ||
| "Painting with fabric!?!" Cut scraps of fabric, use fusible web, press the finished picture and quilt your project. Unleash your creativity! | ||
| Pressed Flowers |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Sandi I. |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 + Book |
| Monday, May 19, 6:30-9:00 p.m. | ||
| Add a touch of spring to your room with this quilt. It looks great in 1930's reproductions or scrappy florals. The use of triangle paper makes piecing quick. | ||
| Animal Picture Quilt |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Barb |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 + Pattern |
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Thursday, May 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m. | ||
| Learn Sharon Malec's free-standing applique technique to quickly make a beautiful picture quilt. Select from several dog, cat or other animal patterns. | ||
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Batik Beauties |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Sandi I. |
2 Sessions |
Fee: $20 + Book |
| Friday, May 30, June 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m. | ||
| Persian Fantasy, one of the lovely quilts from the new book Batik Beauties, is an eye catcher in blues and teals, as in the shop sample, or gold and burgundies as in the book. Careful diagramming make this quilt much easier than it looks! | ||
| Square Meal |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Kristie |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 + Pattern |
| Wednesday, March 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. | ||
| Decorate your table with this quick and easy 17½" x 50" tablerunner. It was designed by Terry Atkinson and is a great way to show off your favorite fabric. Fabric kits are available at the store. | ||
| Prints Charming |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Kristie |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 |
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Tuesday, April 8, 6:00-9:00 p.m. | ||
| This revival of the classic bow tie quilt will help use up those scraps that invade your sewing room or buy 1/4 yard and 1/8 yard cuts and stock up one new ones. This 3-D bow tie quilt goes together quickly and can be made in two sizes (71" x 85" or 38" x 47"). | ||
| Simply Crazy |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Jodi |
1 Session |
Fee: $20 + Pattern |
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Saturday, May 3, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | ||
| Here's your chance to purchase the bright fabrics you've had your eye on. Piecing goes quickly; there is no need to worry about "exact" seams as all blocks are squared-up to a perfect size. This is a wonderful quilt for beginners or if you need a break from perfect piecing. | ||
| T-Shirt Quilt |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Millie |
2 Sessions |
Fee: $25 + Pattern |
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Saturday, March 1, 8, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | ||
| Great for kids to use those special activity T-shirts and preserve their memories into a special quilt. A fun and easy project. | ||
| A Tisket, a Tasket Puff Quilt |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Kristie |
1 Session |
Fee: $20 + Book |
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Saturday, March 22, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | ||
| Check out this cute baby puff quilt done in soft pastels (would look great in brights also!) This revival by Possibilities is filled with cotton stuffing to make it pillow soft. Limited fabric kits available to look like the store sample. | ||
| Chenille Cuddler |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Kristie |
2 Sessions |
Fee: $20 + Pattern |
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Tuesday, April 22, 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m. | ||
| Make this soft blanket from four layers of flannel to look like chenille. Sew channels, cut the first three layers, wash, dry and cuddle! Blanket can be made in three sizes. Kits are available for large size. New 60" flannels have just arrived so come & check them out! | ||
| Landscape Quilts |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Sandi T. |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 |
| Tuesday, April 1, 6:00-9:00 p.m. | ||
| This project will take you through the steps of using an enlarged photograph or picture to create a reproduction in fabric. Various techniques and materials will be used to create your "Masterpiece". | ||
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Delectable Mountains |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Sandi I. |
1 Session |
Fee: $15 + Book |
| Monday, March 31, 6:30-8:30 p.m. | ||
| The history of this quilt is almost as beautiful as the quilt itself. the Delectable Mountains meant gardens and fountains of water to John Bunyan's pilgrims in the book, "The Pilgrim's Progress". This quilt is a wonderful pattern to show appreciation and love for our beautiful country. Although our quilt is a queen-size, fabric requirements are available for any size ranging from a wall-hanging to a king. The store sample has mountains of crimson and green contrasting with lighter background fabrics. Fabric kits are available. Make this beautiful quilt for your very own this fall. | ||
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Dear Jane |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Sandi T. |
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Fee: $5 per session (Book) |
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Saturday, March 8, May 3, 2:00-4:00 p.m. | ||
| Jane Stickle created her 169 block quilt during the Civil War. Each block measures 4½" and must be individually drafted. This will be an ongoing project that will meet once a month. Please join me as we retrace history and use past and present techniques to create these blocks. | ||
| Garden City Appliqué |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: Sylvia |
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Fee: $5 per session |
| Tuesday, Mar. 18, Apr. 15, May 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. | ||
| This hand appliqué "block of the month" class based on the Dinah Jefferies Garden City pattern series will begin in October. Select your 9 favorites of the 12-block series, plus the border. Must have had beginning appliqué class or previous experience with needleturn appliqué Polish up your handwork skills and learn some new techniques as we go along. | ||
Gatherings
| Quilter's Day Out |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: None |
Fee: $5 each session | |
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Friday, April 4, June 6, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | ||
| Would you like to get away from your daily routine and quilt, but find you're not a night owl? Then come and join us on any or every Friday listed above. Bring those projects that just aren't getting done and a show & tell item to share with the group | ||
| Quilter's Night Out |
All Levels | |
| Instructor: None |
Fee: $5 each session | |
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Saturday, April 26, May 17, June 7, 3:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. | ||
| Relax after a hectic week and join us for catching up on projects. Help is available if you're stuck on something, but no formal teaching. Don't forget your show and tell project to get the group motivated. | ||
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Quarter Inch Club |
Everyone | |
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Thursday, April 17, May 15, June 19, 6:30-8:00 p.m. | ||
| Refreshments will be served, followed by a brief review of what's new at the store, show and tell from all of you, and finally, a demo of a particular product or quilting technique. We hope to see you there. | ||
| Thimbleberries Club Meeting |
Everyone | |
| Wednesday, April 16, May 14, June 18, 7:00 p.m. | ||
| This club which entitles you to patterns and fabric kits only available to Quilt Club members. There will be show & tell, door prizes. There is no cost to attend. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month. Come and see the wonderful Thimbleberries pattern available for you this year! It promises to be fun. | ||
