Updated 11/28/07

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Quiltmaking 101...Rita
This series of classes will give you a solid introduction to the wonderful world of quilting. By the end you will have 12 blocks for a sampler quilt and the ability to stitch many others. This is a great class for beginners or anyone who needs to brush up on techniques.
Saturdays: February 16, March 1 & 15, April 12 from 10 - 2
$59 plus book and materials

Hand Quilting...Rita  
Explore the basics of hand quilting.
Thursday December 13 from 10 – 1
Thursday March 6 from 5 - 8
$25 includes most materials

Machine Quilting…Joyce
Here are the basics of machine quilting. You will learn how to set up your machine, the needles threads and notions to use and free motion stitching. There is ample time for hands on practice.
Saturday December 1
Tuesday December 4
Tuesday February 5
Tuesday April 8 all from 10 – 4
$35

Machine Quilting II…Joyce
This class concentrates on choosing designs to use in quilting. Bring your tops to discuss what to use to compliment your quilt.
You will also practice additional designs.
Saturday January 26 from 10 - 4
$35

Hollyhocks and Hummers…Joyce
Have a wonderful time playing with batiks in this hand or fused appliqué wall hanging.
Some needleturn appliqué experience appreciated.
Tuesday December 11 from 10 - 4
$35 plus pattern

Cat’s Eye…Joyce
This knockout design depends on Paula Nadelstern’s Gilded Opulence for its impact.
Tuesday January 8 from 10 – 4
$35 plus pattern

Autumn Braid…Rita
Designed for 2 ½” strips, this quilt could be spectacular in spring, summer or winter colors too.
Friday January 11 from 5 – 8
$25 plus pattern

Mystery Quilt…Rita
Take three fabrics, do some pre-class cutting and you will see the pattern (and secondary pattern) unfold as you sew in class.
Monday January 14 from 10 – 4
$30

Heading for the Finished Line...Rita
For everyone who has taken a class, completed the blocks and isn’t sure how to go on…a lecture & demonstration that encompasses setting, sashing, points, borders, miters and binding.
Bring your blocks and be prepared to take notes.
Saturday January 19 from 10 - 3
$30

Needleturn Appliqué…Joyce
The basics of hand needleturn appliqué as well as the tools and tips Joyce uses.
Wednesday January 30 from 10 – 4
$35 plus book

Visual Coloring…Rita
Here is a new approach to fabric selection using a picture (photo, magazine or calendar page) for inspiration.
Saturday February 2 from 10 - 4
$35 plus pattern

Oriental Tiles…Rita
This Asian inspired quilt is the perfect place to feature a collection of fat quarters or one stunning large scale print.
Friday February 8 from 10 – 3
$30 plus pattern

Paper Piecing…Joyce
Joyce starts with a small wreath from MH Designs to teach the basics of this technique.
Wednesday February 13 from 10 – 2
Tuesday April 22 from 10 - 2
$25 plus pattern

Dresden Plate…Joyce
Create a Dresden Plate with no Y seams. Uses Wedge Works I book and tool.
Wednesday February 20
$35 plus book

Round Robin Basics…Pat
If your group is thinking of having a round robin, this is the class for you.
Tuesday March 4 from 10 – 4
$35 plus book

Hand & Fusible Appliqué…Pat
Description coming soon.
Thursday March 13 from 10- 4
Saturday March 22 from 10 - 4 

Four Patch Stacked Posies…Rita
Make a gorgeous quilt using only one print for the featured blocks and borders.
Saturday January 12 from 10 - 4
$35 plus pattern

Stack n Whack…Rita
This is the classic stacked quilt. Everyone needs to make at least one of these.
Saturday February 23 from 10 - 2
$30 plus book

One Block Wonder…Rita
One fabric, one block, unbelievable quilts!
You don’t want to miss this one.
Fridays; January 4 and 25 from 10 - 4
$45 plus book & materials

Stacked…Rita
This concept class takes blocks from the three previous techniques and suggests ways to combine them into one quilt. It requires one focus and one accent fabric. Class participation or working knowledge of the techniques in Four Patch Stacked Posies, Stack n Whack and One Block Wonders is required
Monday February 4 from 10 – 4
$35

Stash Jacket…Rita
You construct this jacket instead of building it on a sweatshirt. Use some of those favorite fabrics and show them off.
Monday December 3 from 10 - 4
$35 plus pattern

Fat Quarter Vest…Rita
You will make a non-quilted version of this vest in class and discuss the method of making a quilted one on your own.
Friday February 15 from 10 – 4
$25 plus pattern

Sweatshirt Jacket…Pat
There’s a new model for you to see and this time we have the panel in stock.
Thursday February 21  from 10 – 5
$25

Monthly

UFO Busters…Pat
Take a hard look at your UFOs and choose the one you most want to finish. Bring it in and stitch for a few hours or all day. You must finish this before you bring the next one and Pat will be keeping track of them.
Prizes for finishing!
Every fourth Wednesday from 10 – 4
$5/month

Machine Quilting Studio Time…Joyce
Do you have some machine quilting experience but don’t feel that you are ready for an advanced class? Come and stitch with Joyce for a day and watch your skills grow.
Please call at least a week ahead if you plan to come.
Friday December 21
Friday January 18
Friday February 15
Friday April 18  all from 10 – 2
$15

Mini Me’s Miniature Club…Rita
This group meets monthly to piece a miniature quilt. Patterns range from traditional to modern and can be hand or machine pieced.
Every third Sunday from 2 – 4
$5/month

Home Sweet Home...Pat
This started last January and people are still joining. It has grown to an all day sit and sew. Come see the houses that have already been ‘built’ and start your own.
Every second Saturday from 10 – 4
$5/month

The Great Pumpkin Quilt…Pat
This country style pattern looks very different when done in our batiks.
Every third Monday from 6 – 9.
$30.00 to join then $5/month

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Dates to Remember

Hours
Mon.-Sat. 10-5
Sun. 12-4
Thurs. till 7

11/28/07