
October 2023
OPEN EMBROIDERY BASICS STUDIO
In the BERNINA OPEN EMBROIDERY class students will learn how to master embroidery with tips and tricks that make it fun. Bring a project that you want help with or enjoy one of our new designs. This class is a lecture/demo so you do not need to bring your machines. Bring a USB stick to take home a free design. We will be referring to the BERNINA Embroidery Mastery Workbook during class which has videos. Learn about the new Small…
Find out more »FABRIC COLLAGE
Learn how to make a fusible fabric collage quilt or wall hanging using one of Laura Heine’s popular collage patterns. Choose your design and get started on this fun and easy technique – no sewing necessary until time to quilt. Techniques taught include – how to transfer a design onto foundation fabric, fuse webbing, fussy cut motifs and create a colorful design using a simple, black line drawing. In addition, color choices and placement of fabrics to create depth and movement…
Find out more »STRING QUILT ~ HANG TEN
String Quilt ~ Hang 10 Pattern by V&Co or Design Your Own Large lap – 63”x72 “ Create a stunning lap quilt with strips of solids or print fabrics of your choice. Learn string piecing using the foundation method to make colorful, unique blocks. Students can use this V&Co Hang Ten pattern or they can make total string blocks as seen in the work-in-progress pictured below.. Beginner to intermediate students.
Find out more »BEGINNING QUILTING
Beginning Quilting – Quilting is fun! In Beginning Quilting students will learn about the tools - using a rotary cutter and rulers; the terms - fat quarter, nesting seams, piecing blocks, and the sewing - ¼ inch seams and straight line machine quilting while making the Yellow Brick Road quilt. Learn tips and tricks that make quilt making fun and will inspire you to make many more! Students may make the table runner version. Mini Brick Road.
Find out more »OPEN GARMENT STUDIO
Having trouble reading garment patterns? Do garment pattern layouts prevent you from cutting into fabric? Want to make sure the garment pattern will fit you correctly? Then OPEN GARMENT STUDIO is for you. Bring a new garment project that you want help with or one that you are working on. This class will give you confidence to move forward and enjoy garment making. Sign up for individual classes by 5pm the Tuesday before class. BERNINA sewing machines and sergers available…
Find out more »COMBO WEAVE QUILT
Create a small scrappy quilt using an assortment of coordinating prints and a neutral background. Please purchase Combo Weave Quilt pattern by Michelle Hiatt before class.There will be preparation necessary before class. Quilt is available in several sizes. Intermediate skill level class.
Find out more »OPEN GARMENT STUDIO
Having trouble reading garment patterns? Do garment pattern layouts prevent you from cutting into fabric? Want to make sure the garment pattern will fit you correctly? Then OPEN GARMENT STUDIO is for you. Bring a new garment project that you want help with or one that you are working on. This class will give you confidence to move forward and enjoy garment making. Sign up for individual classes by 5pm the Tuesday before class. BERNINA sewing machines and sergers available…
Find out more »MACHINE QUILTING ON A DOMESTIC MACHINE
Intro to Machine Quilting on a Domestic Sewing Machine This class will introduce you to machine quilting on your home sewing machine. We will discuss and practice straight line quilting and free motion quilting (Stipple, Paisley, Partial Swirls etc.) so that you are able to finish your own quilting projects. Bring your sewing machine with a free motion presser foot, sometimes referred to as a hopping foot, and a walking foot if you have one. Let’s explore the possibilities.
Find out more »OPEN GARMENT STUDIO
Having trouble reading garment patterns? Do garment pattern layouts prevent you from cutting into fabric? Want to make sure the garment pattern will fit you correctly? Then OPEN GARMENT STUDIO is for you. Bring a new garment project that you want help with or one that you are working on. This class will give you confidence to move forward and enjoy garment making. Sign up for individual classes by 5pm the Tuesday before class. BERNINA sewing machines and sergers available…
Find out more »REMY RAGLAN
The Remy Raglan is a simple, relaxed fitting raglan sleeve top that is quick and easy to sew. Options: plain front; split front with keyhole; short rolled- up sleeves; 3/4-length rolled-up sleeves; tapered or flared style. Students will learn how to make French seams. Standard Sizes 00 – 20 and Curvy Sizes 14 – 34. Check out our Alison Glass Kaleidoscope (shop sample – Beetle), Kaffe Fassett shot cotton, yarn dyed linens or chambray basics which are great choices for this garment. Class preparation will be emailed…
Find out more »November 2023
LONGARM MASTERY CLASS #1 SKILL BUILDING
Skill Building on the Longarm Quilting Machine Practice your Longarm Free-Motion skills in this class. As a follow up to our BERNINA Q24 Longarm Basics class or for anyone who owns/rents a longarm quilting machine and wants to improve their longer skills, this class will demonstrate how to take the very basic concepts and beginning stitches of free motion quilting to something you would want to quilt on a favorite quilt top. From simple vines and loops; advance into leaves…
Find out more »FABRIC COLLAGE
Learn how to make a fusible fabric collage quilt or wall hanging using one of Laura Heine’s popular collage patterns. Choose your design and get started on this fun and easy technique – no sewing necessary until time to quilt. Techniques taught include – how to transfer a design onto foundation fabric, fuse webbing, fussy cut motifs and create a colorful design using a simple, black line drawing. In addition, color choices and placement of fabrics to create depth and movement…
Find out more »BEAUTFUL, UNIQUE BINDINGS
Explore different ways to bind quilted pieces by making a placemat. The 2 techniques we will cover are 1) a traditional double bias or straight of grain binding with hand sewn finishing. 2) a faux-flange straight of grain machine sewn on binding. Each of these bindings and simple variations to these binding techniques can add color and personality to your pieces – quilts, table runners, placemats or garments. Included will be information on the advantages of each type of binding.…
Find out more »December 2023
NEEDLE FELTED HUMMINGBIRD ORNAMENTS
Learn needle felting basics while making a hummingbird ornament. Explore basic wool sculpting techniques, including wrapping, shaping, blending colors, and surface felting. Learn about felting tools, and surfaces, various gauges of needles, and types of wool best suited for needle felting. Some felting experience helpful. (Ages 15+) Additional $25 materials fee includes Supply packet with enough wool for two hummingbirds ($15) plus Optional tool kit with felting needles, and pad ($10). Paid directly to instructor on the day of class.
Find out more »NEEDLE FELTED MUSHROOM ORNAMENTS
Make a mushroom ornament and embellish it with beads and metallic thread. Explore basic needle felting sculpting techniques; wrapping, shaping, blending colors, and surface felting. Learn about using felting tools, various gauges of needles, and types of wool best suited for felting. Your supply packet will include enough wool for two mushrooms, felting needles and pad. An assortment of metallic threads, ribbons, and beads will be available to choose from. Some felting experience helpful. Additional $25 materials fee includes Supply packet…
Find out more »*** Class Policy: Full payment is due at time of registration. 1/2 refund if cancellation is one week before the start of class. No refund if cancellation is within one week of class. Full refund if class is canceled due to weather, low enrollment, or teacher illness.