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Class Schedule

Spring/Summer 2008
 

     
     

The Basics of Quilting

Learn to Quilt

Instructor: Bobette Weimer

 

Have you always wanted to make a quilt but didn’t know where to start? Join Bobette as she walks you through the steps from choosing fabrics, to cutting, tricks to perfect piecing, and preparing your top for quilting. Before your class is done you will know how to sew on the binding and make a label for your first masterpiece. So sign up today bring a friend or make new ones in class.

 

Four sessions-Monday, July 14, 21, 28 and August 4, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Class Fee: $80

 

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Beginning Quilting

Instructor: Terri Nussbaum

 

In just 8 weeks you will learn all of the basics needed to start your quilting hobby. Learn about color,  which tool is for which job, tips for great piecing, & 2 techniques for appliqué. As your class comes to a close, Terri will teach you finishing touches, like basting, and she will touch on machine quilting. You will learn all you need to have the confidence to finish and move to bigger and better projects.

 

Eight sessions-Tuesday, May 13, 20, June 3, 10,  July  1, 8, 15, 6:00 - 9:00 pm and  finish up on July 26  10:30-4:30

Class Fee: $140.00

 

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Machine Quilting

Instructor: Bobette Weimer

 

Have you been trying to figure out what the “secret” is to quilting your quilts? It’s no secret—come and learn the tips and techniques you need to be a successful machine quilter. Now is a great time to finish up those UFO’s in your closet, and once you take this class, you’ll be able to do it beautifully!

 

Monday, May  19, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Class Fee: $30.00

 

      

For the First Time

 

It’s All About the “B”

Instructor: Colleen Castner

 

With this sweet little receiving blanket it is all about the “B”. Border, backing, and binding all in one. It only takes two fabrics, and you will be amazed at how it all comes together. Pick your own fabric or purchase a kit. Join Colleen for a fun-filled afternoon and go home with a completed receiving blanket. Perfect for a gift or enjoy it yourself. Oh the possibilities once you learn the technique.

 

One session-Tuesday August 12, 11:00-2:00

Class Fee:  $25.00

 

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PC Monthly

Instructor: staff

 

Join us for this new Block of the Month, well not really a block. How about a new pillowcase each month. You have seen the kits we have around the shop. Come on in and let us walk you through the process of making a simple pillowcase. Each month there will be a new and different theme and the kit will be included in the class.

 

Four sessions-Wednesday May 21, June 25, July 23 and August 13, 11:00-1:00

Class Fee: $25.00 (includes kit on class day)

 

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It’s in the bag

Instructor: Michelle Wise

 

Piecing, trim, buttons, embellishments and a drawstring. That’s what this bag is about. Join Michelle for the day to make this darling little bag to hold your greatest treasures. Once you know the technique you can make it any size you like.

 

One session-Wednesday  August 6, 11:00-4:00

 

 

 

YES, I CAN

 

A series of fun & easy classes for beginning sewers. The goal is to become comfortable with using a sewing machine, basic hand sewing, etc. take one or all 3 for summer fun. Age appropriate for 11 and up.

 

Sew a Jacket   Class 1

Instructor: Dee Eliason

 

Yes, I can sew a jacket! With just 3 squares, make this jacket in about 2 hours. You will learn about clothing patterns, using rotary cutters & basic sewing machine operation, seam finishes & how to miter a corner. This jacket is a great “blank” for appliqué  or needle felting.

 

Thursday, May 29, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Class Fee: $25.00

 

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PJ Pants   Class 2

Instructor: Dee Eliason

 

Yes, I can chill out in pants (or shorts) I made myself! What better way to start summer than making the most comfortable pants ever. Leave class wearing your new lounge pants.

 

Thursday, June 20, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Class Fee: $25.00

 

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Sew a Tote   Class 3

Instructor: Dee Eliason

 

Yes, I can sew an Earth friendly shopping bag!  The perfect “GO GREEN” bag. Quick & easy for summer. See models in the shop.

 

Thursday, July 16, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Class Fee: $25.00

 

 

 

 

      

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