Fall Class Schedule 2010
Registration can be done in person, by phone, mail or email.
Class fee is required to hold your place.
Supply lists for each class will be available upon registration.
15% discount on all class supplies
Beginning Quilting
Learn basic quilt making techniques, tools, tips and tricks, color and fabric, and build quilting confidence as you make a simple Sampler quilt. You will learn how to make rotary cut blocks, set them into a quilt with sashing and borders, then quilt and bind your top.
Teacher: Reeze Hanson
Date: Tuesday's, Sept. 14 & 28; & Oct. 12, a 4th class will be scheduled later
Time: 6:30 -- 8:30pm
Cost: $75
Twilling
Twilling is an old-fashioned stitch that adds a lot of elegance to any project. It is very easy to do and also very addictive. Once you learn the technique the possibilities for embellishing quilts are endless. Christy is offering this one hour class at three different times to accommodate any and all schedules!
Teacher: Christina DeArmond
Date: Thursday, Sept. 16 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm,
Monday, Oct. 11 from 10:00-11:00 am or
Wednesday, Nov. 17 from 1-2pm
Cost: $15
Embroidery Refresher Class
If you learned to embroider in the past but haven't practiced it recently, this class will give you the confidence you need to get started again. We will review the basic stitches on practice cloth and then you will be ready to start any project you chose.
Teacher: Christina DeArmond
Date: Friday, Sept. 17
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am
Cost: $15
Late Night @ QB&P
Spend Friday night sewing, eating and visiting with other quilters. This is one of our most popular events and we always have a great time. Bring your own projects to work on (or find something new to start while you are here) and bring a snack to share, we will provide supper. This is a great opportunity to get in some quality quilting time while enjoying the fellowship of other quilters.
Teachers: Staff
Dates: Fridays, Sept. 17, Oct. 8 and Nov 19
Time: 5:00 - ? pm
Cost: $15
Back Basting Appliqué Basics - Beginner (or experienced appliquer but new to the technique)
In this technique class students will begin a small traditional appliqué piece in class. The design is transferred and stitched on the wrong side of the background fabric and basted from the back then needle turn appliquéd to finish the front. This is a very portable appliqué method. Revised class project!
Teacher: Barb Eikmeier
Date: Saturday, Sept. 18
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $25
Back Basting Appliqué- Beyond the Basics (pre-requisite: Basic Back Basting class or familiarity with the technique - either learned by Barb or any other teacher.)
In this two hour session Barb will share her tips and tricks for appliqué situations that are a bit more complicated than what is typically presented in an introductory class or basic online tutorial. Layered pieces, reverse appliqué, vines and berries, and "kissing" pieces will be covered as well as much more! This class will be part demo and part hands on.
Teacher: Barb Eikmeier
Date: Saturday, Sept. 18
Time: 1 - 3 pm
Cost: $25
EQ-Club
Want to keep your EQ skills fresh or learn a few new ones? Need help on a project and want to design a quilt that has been floating around in your brain? Join us in a monthly EQ Club where we will learn new skills, try new projects, and challenge our thinking about EQ. Open to anyone who has EQ6 or EQ7 and a laptop. Attend one or all club meetings, or just those that sound interesting. Each month we will have a specific theme with a project, exercises, and EQ handouts to take home.
--September: Drawing Tools for Fall Quilts
--October: Custom Set Layouts
--November: Working with Photos
Teacher: Reeze Hanson
Date: Third Tuesday of each month, Sept. 21, Oct. 19, & Nov. 16
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Cost: $10
Cathedral Windows
Although Jan's method uses some machine sewing, this class is a true skill builder for hand work, using three different stitches. This project will result in a 19 inch finished square, which can be used as a table topper, a pillow top or the beginning of a larger quilt. You can keep adding to it so long as you have enough background fabric. The 'windows' are made of 3 inch squares. The best part is that when you have the blocks and windows sewn together, you're done - no quilting, batting or binding! This is a great take-along project, but if you work on it in public, be prepared to answer a lot of questions.
Teacher: Jan Masenthin
Dates: Thursdays, Sept 23 & 30
Time: 1:00-4:00 pm
Cost: $50
What's New with E-Q
Perhaps you have and use EQ-6 and are wondering what EQ-7 software does that I couldn't do on EQ-6 (or EQ-5). Perhaps you are still wondering what on earth EQ is all about as you have never used or watched it being used. This one session--informational class should help answer all of your questions. No computer needed. Come see the possibilities to expand your creativeness.
Teacher: Reeze Hanson
Date: Thursday, Sept 23
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Cost: $15
Fun with a 60 Degree Ruler
This fabulous quilt couldn't be easier with the help of a Jelly Roll and a 60 degree triangle ruler. You will be delighted with how quickly this quilt comes together working with the pre-cut Jelly Roll or Bali Pop 2 1/2" strips. The clever cutting and easy piecing techniques will have you well on your way to completing this throw-sized quilt before the class is over. You may want to make more than one!
Teacher: Reeze Hanson
Date: Saturday, Sept 25
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost: $35 plus ruler
Button Bag Purse - Great for Gift Giving!
Take one charm pack, one or two fat quarters, a zipper, and a handful of buttons, add 2 hours of class time and the purse handle of your choice and you will be on your way to making cute purses for those on your gift giving list! Don't want to sew in a zipper? No problem, Barb will have options for those who are a little zipper shy.
Teacher: Barb Eikmeier
Date: Tuesday, Sept 28
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Cost: $25.00 + $4.50 pattern
Color Shading for Embroidery
Color shading is a great way to add that special spark to your embroidery work. If you have a spcial kit or pattern in mind, or just want to experiment with a new way to embellish your needlework, this quick class will give you the confidence to jump in and get started.
Teacher: Kaye Spitzli
Date: Friday, Oct 1
Time: 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Cost: $15
Beginning Machine Quilting
Now is the time! This is the place! You are the one! Learn everything you need to know including basting, straight-line and free-motion machine quilting. Check the supply list for your before-class homework, and come prepared to dive in & have fun! Start now and turn your UFO's into Christmas presents. You really can do this! :)
Teacher: Nan Doljac
Date: Saturday, October 2
Time: 10:00am - 3:30pm
Cost: $40
Beginning Machine Appliqué/Bloomin' Holly Table Runner
This table runner is too cute to resist and is a great way to learn all the basics of machine appliqué and practice your skills. It could easily be made longer or bigger if you wanted to add extra blocks or borders, or you could even hang it on your door or on a narrow wall. What a fun project to get ready for this Christmas!
Teacher: Nan Doljac
Dates: Tuesday's, Oct 5 & 26
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Cost: $35
Willow Tree
In this class, Jeri will teach a technique for making three-dimensional willow leaves that add interest to a delightful oriental wall hanging reminiscent of Blue Willow china. This quilt is charming in blue and white, but would look equally good with black prints on black & white toile or in shades of pink on white. During class, you will complete the center section of the panel--willow leaves; also a fused tree, hill and temple. A Blue Willow Tree pattern is required and can be purchased from Quilting Bits & Pieces.
Teacher: Jeri Gregory
Date: Friday, Oct 8
Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cost: $25.00 + $10.00 pattern
Christmas Joy -Paper Piecing for Christmas
Make this cute Christmas tree mini quilt in class and have it ready for the holiday season to add a warm, welcoming touch to your front porch, front door, or entryway. A great gift idea too! What could make it even more perfect? - learning a new quilting technique at the same time!
Teacher: Peggy Claggett
Date: Saturday, Oct 9
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cost: $30
Mystery at the Altar
Do you love a good mystery? Join Barb as she leads you through steps to unlock the clues on a journey to the altar. Don't worry - you don't need a significant other along for this trip! There will be snacks, doorprizes and a special drawing at the conclusion of the class. All clues will be revealed by the end of class. Will you finish in one session? Maybe - that's part of the mystery! Completed project is 42" x 42"
Teacher: Barb Eikmeier
Date: Friday, Oct 15
Time: 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Cost: $35
Perfect Patchwork Templates Star Wallhanging
Learn to use Marti Michell's Perfect Patchwork Templates while constructing a 36" or 41" square wallhanging in class. We will spend the morning making the primary star blocks and the afternoon making the sashings and putting it all together. Students can expect to nearly complete this project in class. You will be amazed at how perfectly your pieces stitch together thanks to the specially engineered corners on these templates. Not only do they increase accuracy but you will have very little waste and there are no lines to draw!
Teacher: Barb Eikmeier
Date: Saturday, Oct 16
Time: 9:30 am - 3:30 pm with a 30 min break for lunch
Cost: $50
Freezer Paper Appliqué - Technique class
In this two hour class learn the basics of freezer paper appliqué while working on a block that can be completed as a pillow or small wallhanging. This method uses a water soluble glue stick for turning the edges and hand stitching.
Teacher: Barb Eikmeier
Date: Tuesday, Oct 19
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Cost: $25
Quilter's FabriCalc
You bought the Quilter's FabriCalc (or some loving friend or family member gave you one) and now you need to learn how to use it. It may appear daunting at first, but this fabulous little calculator can truly become the quilter's best friend with a little instruction on how to use it. Once you learn all the things it can do you will keep it in your shopping bag every time you shop for fabric or work on a quilt. It is a total time saver. In the class you will learn how it works, what all the buttons can do, and how to use it to calculate everything from quilt backing to bindings, how many squares you can cut from your scraps, and how much yardage to buy for a set of blocks. The only thing it can't do is cook! Bring your FabriCalc and a pencil.
Teacher: Reeze Hanson
Date: Thursday, Oct 21
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $20
Vintage Tucks & Textures Sampler
In this three hour class you will make six blocks ranging from very simple to more advanced. However, as you begin to understand the technique, you will find them all quite do-able. This will give you a good taste of how this technique can be used to make a variety of lovely dimensional blocks. We will use Jennie Rayment's book, Creative Tucks & Textures (a required purchase) as a reference for instruction and design ideas. As you'll see in my samples, I've added vintage embellishments, doilies and hankies, to finish my quilt design. I will provide a handout so you too can add your unique touch to finish this 55" by 63" quilt. Be sure to pick up your supply list and cutting instructions as there is prep work before class. I hope to see you there!
Teacher: Deanna Hodson
Date: Saturday, Oct 23
Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Cost: $30
Trust Your Hunches: Color Confidence for Quilter
This class will teach you about color theory as it applies to quilts, how to choose color schemes for your quilts, and to use the color wheel like a pro. We will have fun with crayons, fabric swatches and color palates. You will be more confident in your color and fabric selections, and will learn that the colors you like best really do make the prettiest quilts.
Teacher: Reeze Hanson
Date: Saturday, Nov 13
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cost: $30
Intermediate Machine Quilting
Are you stuck in a stippling rut? Know how to stitch-in-the-ditch but don't know what else to do? If you've mastered the basics of straight-line and free-motion machine quilting and are ready to take the next step in your machine quilting, this is the class for you! We will study design ideas and how to decide which motifs suit which quilt tops best. Bring your quilt top basted and we will discuss design & marking ideas as a group, then you will get started quilting your quilt top.
Teacher: Nan Doljac
Date: Saturday, Nov 20
Time: 10:00am - 3:30pm
Cost: $40
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