October 2022
STRING QUILT
String Quilt – Hang 10 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.. Advance beginner to intermediate students. This class skips Tuesday, 10/4, and ends on Tuesday, 10/25.
Find out more »BEGINNING QUILTING – YELLOW BRICK ROAD
Beginning Quilting – Quilting is fun! Beginning Quilting is all about: tools, fabrics, ¼ inch seams and so much more. Have fun learning the basics of using a rotary cutter, rulers, tools, nesting seams, piecing blocks 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! This class has been rescheduled to Tuesday afternoons.
Find out more »OPEN QUILT STUDIO
Open Quilt Studio is for experienced quilters to learn new techniques and share new projects while enjoying the camaraderie of other quilters. If you are interested, please email pfc@portsmouthfabric.com for more details.
Find out more »JELLY ROLL RUG FULL WAITLIST ONLY
Come learn how to make this Jelly Roll Rug out of one design roll (same as jelly roll) – 42 strips, 2.5″ x 42″ and batting strips. Save time by buying the batting already cut into strips, Katahdin On-A-Roll 100% Natural Organic Cotton. You choose which colors/prints go next to each other to make it uniquely your design. Students will almost complete their rug in class. Kaffe Fassett Design Rolls with bold prints and bright colors work really well for this project! Try…
Find out more »BERNINA Q24/Q20 LONGARM BASICS
The BERNINA Q24/Q20 Longarm Machine Rental Program! Come learn how to quilt your own quilts on the BERNINA Q24 Longarm machine, with 24″ throat plate and stitch speed of 2200 stitches per minute or the BERNINA Q20 Longarm machine, with 20" throat plate and stitch speed of 2200 stitches per minute! We offer a training class on the BERNINA Q24 Longarm machine and the BERNINA Q20 Longarm machine for those who want to rent the machine. The required BERNINA Q24/Q20…
Find out more »STRING QUILT
String Quilt – Hang 10 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.. Advance beginner to intermediate students. This class skips Tuesday, 10/4, and ends on Tuesday, 10/25.
Find out more »BEGINNING QUILTING – YELLOW BRICK ROAD
Beginning Quilting – Quilting is fun! Beginning Quilting is all about: tools, fabrics, ¼ inch seams and so much more. Have fun learning the basics of using a rotary cutter, rulers, tools, nesting seams, piecing blocks 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! This class has been rescheduled to Tuesday afternoons.
Find out more »OPEN QUILT STUDIO
Open Quilt Studio is for experienced quilters to learn new techniques and share new projects while enjoying the camaraderie of other quilters. If you are interested, please email pfc@portsmouthfabric.com for more details.
Find out more »NEEDLE FELTED PUMPKINS
Learn needle felting basics while making a pumpkin (faces optional!). 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+) $25 materials fee includes Supply packet with enough wool for two small or one large pumpkin ($15) plus Optional tool kit with felting needles, and pad ($10).
Find out more »STRING QUILT
String Quilt – Hang 10 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.. Advance beginner to intermediate students. This class skips Tuesday, 10/4, and ends on Tuesday, 10/25.
Find out more »BEGINNING QUILTING – YELLOW BRICK ROAD
Beginning Quilting – Quilting is fun! Beginning Quilting is all about: tools, fabrics, ¼ inch seams and so much more. Have fun learning the basics of using a rotary cutter, rulers, tools, nesting seams, piecing blocks 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! This class has been rescheduled to Tuesday afternoons.
Find out more »OPEN QUILT STUDIO
Open Quilt Studio is for experienced quilters to learn new techniques and share new projects while enjoying the camaraderie of other quilters. If you are interested, please email pfc@portsmouthfabric.com for more details.
Find out more »NOODLEHEAD YARROW POUCH
Do curves and zippers make you nervous? If so, this is the perfect class for you! Together we will sew Noodlehead’s Yarrow Pouch and learn the basics of zipper installation on a curve. We know you will love this versatile pattern. It’s a satisfying sew, has fun details, and makes a great gift! The pouch is great as a small wallet or to keep your knitting notions organized. Please purchase the pattern and supplies for the pouch before class. Supply…
Find out more »SUNFLOWER FABRIC COLLAGE FULL, WAITLIST ONLY
Learn basic fabric collage techniques using a new SUNFLOWER pattern by Libby Mortensen. Explore design elements, including using color, value, and print size to create your own sunflower to use in a wall hanging or pillow that you can finish at home. Supply list will be sent with class confirmation. Fabric Collage Sunflowers Pattern available now! Choose from two 18”x18” layouts, or combine them to create a larger, 18”x 26” design. Pattern includes 4 shade guides to help you place your…
Find out more »November 2022
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 »NOODLEHEAD SANDHILL SLING
Sew this Noodlehead Sandhill Sling to carry your daily necessities or to take for travel. It’s convenient sling design allows for easy access as well as being out of the way when you’re not using it. It is compact yet roomy enough for the essentials. Choose from a front zippered pocket (View A) or a patch pocket (View B), both come in handy for quick access to smaller items. An adjustable strap makes it easy to wear. Perfect for biking or…
Find out more »SUNFLOWER FABRIC COLLAGE OR FABRIC COLLAGE
Learn basic fabric collage techniques using a new SUNFLOWER pattern by Libby Mortensen. Explore design elements, including using color, value, and print size to create your own sunflower to use in a wall hanging or pillow that you can finish at home. Supply list will be sent with class confirmation. OR 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…
Find out more »MAKE & TAKE TRY BEFORE YOU BUY CLASS FREE!
Test out the features that set the BERNINA sewing machine above other brands while making a simple (and very cute) Little Wallet out of Kaffe Fassett fabrics! Together we will add decorative stitches to the pockets, sew through many layers, topstitch, and install a buttonhole. By the end of class, you will have experienced how 'Nothing sews like a BERNINA' and learned about many different features of the various models. Informed staff will be able to answer any questions you have regarding the machines, which will…
Find out more »December 2022
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 or three hummingbirds ($15) plus Optional tool kit with felting needles, and pad ($10). Paid directly to instructor on the day of…
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.