Machine Piecing Classes
Stars over the South
Instructor: Daune Walker
Instructor: Daune Walker$50 Minimum level: Intermediate
Minimum level: IntermediateThis quilt combines two classic blocks--LeMoyne Star surrounded by an Irish Chain. A simple Irish Chain compliments the LeMoyne Stars without competing with them. Practice an easy set in seam when you join the diamond pieces together. Pattern included.
1 session: Saturday, June 26: 10am-5pm NEW TIME
Let's Quilt Instructor: Linda Closson
Instructor: Linda Closson$35 Minimum level: Beginner
Students will learn the basic quilting skills and techniques for making their very first quilt We will cover: rulers, rotary cutting, block assembly, 1/4" seam allowance. We will also cover how to sandwich and pepare their quilt for quilting.
2 sessions: Thursdays, August 19 and 26: 10:30am-2pm
Intro to Paper Piecing Instructor: Linda Closson
Instructor: Linda Closson$40 Minimum level: Must know basic quilt assembly
Minimum level: Must know basic quilt assemblyStudents will learn how to foundation piece using paper. We will make four blocks, starting with a fairly easy block and work up to putting two pieced parts together. Muiltiples of the blocks will make the featured quilt. Printed foundation papers provided.
1 session: Saturday, September 25: 10am-4pm
Hand Classes
Applique Techniques Instructor: Linda Closson
Instructor: Linda Closson$30 Minimum level: Any (must know quilt assembly to
Minimum level: Any (must know quilt assembly to finish the quilt and have complete
knowledge of their machines. )
Student will learn the basic skills and techniques of hand and machine appliqué, including preparation of appliqué shapes using freezer paper templates and other techniques. They will also learn reverse appliqué, appropriate hand appliqué stitches, both invisible and buttonhole, techniques for making bias stem and circles. These techniques can then be applied to their quilts. I will demo how to machin applique and students may bring their machines to practice.
3 sessions: Thursdays, September 2,9 and 16: 10:30am-12:30pm
Quilt Design
EQ6 Quilt Design Program Basics Instructor: Beth Karr
Cost: $25/1 student, $20 each for 2 Minimum level: Any and all
Minimum level: Any and allAre you thinking of buying EQ6, or have it but haven’t started even the tutorial? This 3 hour hands on class (only 1-2 students) will show you the basics of layouts, blocks and coloring and give you the courage to try this great quilt program on your own.
Call the shop to schedule a time.
Private Quilting Lessons: Can’t match up your busy schedule with our class schedule? We’re not teaching what you want this class cycle? We are pleased to offer private quilting lessons at the shop. Let us know what you’d like to learn or improve on, and we’ll match you up with a private teacher to arrange a meeting(s) at the shop. The cost is $12 per hour, minimum 2 hours per meeting, and prorated after the second hour’s meeting in 15 minute increments ($3 per 15 minutes). You will pay the teacher directly.
Possible areas can include: paper piecing, beginner quilting skills, hand quilting, English paper piecing, binding, color theory, how to change your quilt’s pattern to suit the size and colors you want, block drafting, etc, etc. Call us and we’ll see if we can match you up!
Class Policies (unless otherwise stated in class description):
1.Classes must be paid in full at time of registration.
Classes must be paid in full at time of registration. 2.Registration cuts off 1 week ahead of the first class (later registration may be approved by the instructor).
Registration cuts off 1 week ahead of the first class (later registration may be approved by the instructor).3.Minimum number of students per class: as determined by the teacher when the class is announced.
Minimum number of students per class: as determined by the teacher when the class is announced.4.The class fee does not include book/pattern, fabrics, tools, kits, etc., unless otherwise stated.
The class fee does not include book/pattern, fabrics, tools, kits, etc., unless otherwise stated.5.Class fees are not refundable unless the class does not make minimum enrollment or you cancel no less than 2 weeks prior to the class date.
Class fees are not refundable unless the class does not make minimum enrollment or you cancel no less than 2 weeks prior to the class date.6.Supply lists will be handed out at the time of registration.
Supply lists will be handed out at the time of registration.7.Please—no perfumes or fragrances—many people have allergies.
Please—no perfumes or fragrances—many people have allergies.8.Please turn your cell phone to vibrate and take any calls outside the classroom.
Please turn your cell phone to vibrate and take any calls outside the classroom.Note: we have a refrigerator and microwave—feel free to bring your lunch to class!
*Beginner: Knows how to operate their machine.
**Confident beginner: Can already sew an accurate 1/4" seam and accurately rotary cut.
accurately rotary cut.
