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BEGINNER CLASSES
Winter 2007

Beginner classes are intended to teach introductory level skills. More experienced quilters are welcome to take these classes as well.

JUST TRY IT!

Want to try quilting but don’t want to make the investment in tools and other quilting items before you know if you are going to like it? For a small kit fee of $15, you can come to a class and try quilting using our tools and even our sewing machines if you don’t have one of your own. The project is an easy pillow. Come and see what the buzz is all about!

Date: Thursday, Feb. 1st 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Class Fee: $15.00 Includes Kit

Alex Anderson Start Quilting Sampler

Learn how to select fabric combinations to create beautiful quilts. You will make six classic block designs and assemble a top with borders as you create a 40 inch square wall hanging.

6 Session Class

Tuesday, March, 13, 20, April 3,17, May 1, 8 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Cost: $50.00 Book Required

Hand Piecing

Learn the basics of hand piecing. Learn the type of thread, needles, and fabric to use and how to cut your fabric. Get started on a small hand project. This is a great class for a beginner.

Date: February 20th 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Class Fee: $15

Beginning Machine Applique Class

Using the Guppy Love Pattern learn to appliqué using the machine satin stitch.

Wednesday, January 24th 10:00 AM – 1:00 Class Fee: $25.00 Pattern Required

Paper Piecing Class Sizzling Potholder Project

Create a potholder while learning how to paper piece. This project is fun, easy and makes a great gift.

Thursday, Jan. 25th 10:00 AM – 12:00
Or
Tuesday, Feb. 20 6:00 - 8:00

Class Fee: $15 includes kit.

Easter Postcard

Learn to make a 22 x 28 reproduction of a vintage postcard. The bunny pulling a wagon full of eggs is irresistible and easier than it looks; All fusible appliqué.

Friday, Mar 16th 10:00 AM – 1:00

Class Fee: $20 Pattern Required

Basic Binding Class

This is the final step in completing your quilt. Learn the basics in cutting and creating your binding, applying the binding and finishing your quilt.

Date, Sunday , March 11th, 1:30 – 3:30

Class Fee: $15.00

Mystery Night

These are beginner level mysteries that requires only three or four fabrics and can be completed in 6-8 hours. We help you press and cut and dinner and dessert is included in your fee.

Saturday, February10th, 4:00 -12:00AM
And
Saturday, May 19th 4:00 – 12:00AM

Class Fee: $40.00

UFO Saturday Night

Every Second Saturday of the month. Bring any project, at any stage and get help and encouragement in getting it completed.  You can also bring your monthly block and get it ready for the next month. Experienced staff on hand to help. Class fee includes pizza and drinks.

March 10th, 3:00 – 10:00 PM
April 14th 3:00 -10:00 PM
May 12th 3:00 – 10:00 PM
June 9th 3:00 -10:00 PM

Reservations Required
Class Fee: $15.00 includes pizza.

Wonder Wallet

Great fabric wallet, and quick make it – take it project. For yourself or your friends.

Saturday, March 10th 10:00 – 1:00
Class Fee: $15.00, Pattern required

Pina Colada

This is a great star pattern by Fons and Porter. Everyone loves star quilts and this one quickly makes a big impact. Great 1 session project for a beginner.

Saturday, April 14 Noon to 4:00 PM
Class Fee: $20.00 Pattern required

By Chance Lap Quilt

This quick, no nonsense quilt makes good use of your fat quarters.

2 Session Class

Tuesday, May 22 & May 29 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Class Fee: $20.00 Book Required

Flower Patch Tote Bag

Learn Beginning Piecing Skills to create this adorable bag.

Friday, Feb. 16th 10:00 AM – 1:00 Class Fee: $20

Reversible Belt Class

Great for Teens or Adults. Easy, and fast. Basic Skills reinforced.

Date: Thursday, Feb. 1st 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Or
Saturday, Feb. 11th, 10:30 AM – 12:30

Class Fee: $10.00 Supplies Needed

Table Topper of The Month Series

Join Geri and Laurel Little each month as they teach basic skills to complete a wall hanging each month.

February, 13th 6:00 – 8:00 PM March 6, 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Class Fee: $15 plus pattern and supplies

Lucky Stars

Easy, Great for beginners, pattern is full of tips to help make your project a success.

Two Session Class Thursday, March 1 & 15th 6:00 - 8:00 PM

$20

Reversible Quilted Table Runner

This table runner will let you try making reversible quilt as you go blocks, sashing and binding on a small scale. Once learned, this reversible technique can be adapted to many quilt projects.

2 Session Class
Thursday, May 3 and 17 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Class Fee: $20

Margaret’s Messenger

Choose two fabrics, quilt tem together, and then use bias binding to bind the raw edges for a quick, stylish messenger bag.

Saturday, March 24, 12:00 – 4:00

Cost of Class: $20.00

Pattern supplied in class.

Finish It Friday

Jane is available all day to help you with any problems or questions you may have.  Come in between 10:00 – 3:00 to get help.

Free! And Batting and Backing is 10% off if you bring in a finished top.