QUILT ESSENTIALS | WINTER 2011
Rotary Cutting
Rotary cutting is a true time saver. Learn how to safely & easily use the equipment for speed & precision. Don’t let angles intimidate you. In this two hour workshop you will learn how to make the tools work for you! A pre-requisite for our “Learn to Quilt” workshop. Michelle Schartner
Monday Jan. 24th 10:30-12:30 or 6:30-8:30 $25 includes fabric
Learn to Quilt
Join us for a thoroughly modern take on quilting. This is an absolute beginners class. We just ask that you take the above Rotary Cutting workshop. This is NOT your Grandmother’s quilt as you will learn modern piecing techniques that will knock her socks off. Join today to learn how. You will be making a lap sized quilt. Michelle Schartner
Monday Feb. 7th,14,21st & March 7th 1030-1:00 or 6:30-9:00 $85 includes pattern
Machine Quilting
This class is designed to guide you through the basics of machine quilting. You will learn how to use a walking foot, stitch-in-the-ditch and background quilt. Learn how you can create beautiful free motion quilting designs including stippling. Learn which needle, thread and batting work together to produce the results you are looking for. No previous quilting experience necessary. Shelley Tobisch
Saturday March 19th 10:30-4:00 $45
Binding
Okay! Your quilt is almost done, now all you have left to do is the binding? In this fun and relaxed atmosphere. Michelle will teach you the French-fold binding technique with mitered corners. We will also discuss the advantage of bias binding and go through the steps required to achieve it.
Michelle Schartner
Monday March 21st 10:30-1:00 or 6:30-9:00 $30
Buttercup
This block is traditionally called a Card Trick. At first glance this block might seem ‘tricky’ There is something so simple and yet complicated looking about them. Quick 5” squares already cut for you, featuring the latest charm pack from Fig Tree quits... Buttercup. Can be made into a wall hanging, throw or twin.
Wednesday March 16th 6:30 - 9:30 $30 + pattern
This block is traditionally called a Card Trick. At first glance this block might seem ‘tricky’ There is something so simple and yet complicated looking about them. Quick 5” squares already cut for you, featuring the latest charm pack from Fig Tree quits... Buttercup. Can be made into a wall hanging, throw or twin.
Wednesday March 16th 6:30 - 9:30 $30 + pattern
Hooterville
Have a hoot making these chunky, funky owls from you scrap basket, if you need a few more fat quarters, Whoo will be the wiser? Learn hand applique and pieced blocks.
Saturday Apr. 16th 10:30 - 3:30 $40 + pattern
Have a hoot making these chunky, funky owls from you scrap basket, if you need a few more fat quarters, Whoo will be the wiser? Learn hand applique and pieced blocks.
Saturday Apr. 16th 10:30 - 3:30 $40 + pattern
French Roses
Raw edged petals create this oh-so-soft beautiful, French Roses quilt. Soft and feminine or bold and modern. It is your garden...make it your way. Easy enough for beginners, fun for anyone else. Theresa Bakos
Wednesday March 9th 6:30-9:30 $30 + pattern
Raw edged petals create this oh-so-soft beautiful, French Roses quilt. Soft and feminine or bold and modern. It is your garden...make it your way. Easy enough for beginners, fun for anyone else. Theresa Bakos
Wednesday March 9th 6:30-9:30 $30 + pattern
Bento Box
This popular bento box pattern gets a fabulous makeover in this updated and expanded version. A series of strips and squares, featuring a half log cabin quilt block.
Wednesday Feb. 16th 6:30 - 9:00 $30 + pattern
This popular bento box pattern gets a fabulous makeover in this updated and expanded version. A series of strips and squares, featuring a half log cabin quilt block.
Wednesday Feb. 16th 6:30 - 9:00 $30 + pattern
Fresh Cut
A fresh take on a string pieced quilt. For a playful, scrappy look, use a wide variety of your favourite fabrics & cut them into strings/strips using a muslin foundation. Simple enough for a beginner.
Saturday Apr. 9th 10:30 - 3:30 $40
Scrap Basket Surprise
Get scrap happy with this project designed for 2 1/2" strips! You can cut strips form your stash or use convenient precut Jelly Rolls. This project features easy triangle-free piecing in a variety of fabrics, from batiks to modern prints and anything in between. Michelle Schartner
Saturday March 12th 10:30-3:30 $40 + book
Get scrap happy with this project designed for 2 1/2" strips! You can cut strips form your stash or use convenient precut Jelly Rolls. This project features easy triangle-free piecing in a variety of fabrics, from batiks to modern prints and anything in between. Michelle Schartner
Saturday March 12th 10:30-3:30 $40 + book
Bitty Tote Bag
A perfect bag for your make-up, thread & scissors or whatever. Do not be afraid of zippers again! We promise you will master the dreaded zipper once and for all. This little bitty bag finishes 5 3/4” x 6” Use your favourite charm pack, or a couple of fat quarters will do.
Saturday Feb. 19th 10:30 - 2:00 $25 + pattern
A perfect bag for your make-up, thread & scissors or whatever. Do not be afraid of zippers again! We promise you will master the dreaded zipper once and for all. This little bitty bag finishes 5 3/4” x 6” Use your favourite charm pack, or a couple of fat quarters will do.
Saturday Feb. 19th 10:30 - 2:00 $25 + pattern
Lone Star
Traditional elegance using a modern method. Learn to quilt the hip Lone Star, the ‘Quilt Smart’ way with a fraction of the work and none of the frustration. Look Ma! No pins, angles or templates required. Yes! it really is that easy.
Wednesday Feb 23rd & March 2nd 6:30 - 9:00 $40 + pattern/foundation
Traditional elegance using a modern method. Learn to quilt the hip Lone Star, the ‘Quilt Smart’ way with a fraction of the work and none of the frustration. Look Ma! No pins, angles or templates required. Yes! it really is that easy.
Wednesday Feb 23rd & March 2nd 6:30 - 9:00 $40 + pattern/foundation
Vintage Memories Block of the Month
Exquisite blocks set on point are a vision from the past! Join Michelle and meet new quilting friends each month as we work on blocks for the “Vintage Memories BOM” in each class you will learn new techniques and tips and tricks to create a quilt block. By the end of the year you will have created enough blocks to complete the quilt top. For the confident beginner and beyond. Michelle Schartner
Last Monday of the Month 10:30-12:30 or 6:30-8:30
$25/month includes patterns
Feb. 28, Mar. 28, *April 18, May 30, June 27, Sept. 26, *Oct 24 Nov 28 & *Dec. 19th
Exquisite blocks set on point are a vision from the past! Join Michelle and meet new quilting friends each month as we work on blocks for the “Vintage Memories BOM” in each class you will learn new techniques and tips and tricks to create a quilt block. By the end of the year you will have created enough blocks to complete the quilt top. For the confident beginner and beyond. Michelle Schartner
Last Monday of the Month 10:30-12:30 or 6:30-8:30
$25/month includes patterns
Feb. 28, Mar. 28, *April 18, May 30, June 27, Sept. 26, *Oct 24 Nov 28 & *Dec. 19th
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Class sizes are limited to ensure you the best instruction. We offer high quality teachers & the biggest, brightest classroom around. Full payment upon registration. You may pay in person or over the phone. If you are unable to attend & give us 7 days notice, we will offer you an in-store credit. Less than 7 days no refund will be given. In the event we may cancel a class you will receive a refund.
