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Mon-Fri: 10am-6pm
Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 12pm-4pm
Winter 2023 Class Schedule
Prickly Pear Quilts offers new, fun-filled classes quarterly! We invite you to join us.
Ditto Pattern Making Projector Class - Create an Ab-sew-lutely Memorable Memory Bear DPMPCMB
- Oct 04, 2023 10:00 am
- Oct 04, 2023 10:00 am
Ditto Pattern Making Projector Class - Create an Ab-sew-lutely Memorable Memory Bear DPMPCMB - Oct 04, 2023 10:00 am
Ditto! The biggest innovation to happen to patterns in over 100 years has occurred. The Ditto Pattern-Making Projector will change the way you sew garments forever! Say goodbye to paper patterns, pinning, chalking, and worrying about the right fit. Meet Ditto, the digital projection system that eliminates the frustration and errors of traditional paper patterns. The Ditto Pattern Projector makes it possible to adapt to any body measurement and make design changes on the fly. Simply launch the app and project your personalized pattern onto the included Ditto cutting mat and start cutting fabric in minutes. The Ditto Pattern Making Projector is a compact, easy-setup projector that allows you to view and modify sewing patterns without any paper or pinning needed. The Ditto Pattern Making Projector makes viewing and using your sewing patterns efficient and accurate. Sewing enthusiasts will provided with Pfaff performance icon top-of-the-line sewing machines and the Admire air 7000 Coverlock Machines to create projects. Cost per class $50, choose one or both. Sign up here! Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 50.00
Ditto! The biggest innovation to happen to patterns in over 100 years has occurred. The Ditto Pattern-Making Projector will change the way you sew garments forever! Say goodbye to paper patterns, pinning, chalking, and worrying about the right fit. Meet Ditto, the digital projection system that eliminates the frustration and errors of traditional paper patterns. The Ditto Pattern Projector makes it possible to adapt to any body measurement and make design changes on the fly. Simply launch the app and project your personalized pattern onto the included Ditto cutting mat and start cutting fabric in minutes. The Ditto Pattern Making Projector is a compact, easy-setup projector that allows you to view and modify sewing patterns without any paper or pinning needed. The Ditto Pattern Making Projector makes viewing and using your sewing patterns efficient and accurate. Sewing enthusiasts will provided with Pfaff performance icon top-of-the-line sewing machines and the Admire air 7000 Coverlock Machines to create projects. Cost per class $50, choose one or both. Sign up here! Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 50.00
Ditto Pattern Making Projector Class - Create a Sew-comfy Lounger Set DPMPCLS
- Oct 05, 2023 10:00 am
- Oct 05, 2023 10:00 am
Ditto Pattern Making Projector Class - Create a Sew-comfy Lounger Set DPMPCLS - Oct 05, 2023 10:00 am
Ditto! The biggest innovation to happen to patterns in over 100 years has occurred. The Ditto Pattern-Making Projector will change the way you sew garments forever!Say goodbye to paper patterns, pinning, chalking, and worrying about the right fit. Meet Ditto, the digital projection system that eliminates the frustration and errors of traditional paper patterns. The Ditto Pattern Projector makes it possible to adapt to any body measurement and make design changes on the fly. Simply launch the app and project your personalized pattern onto the included Ditto cutting mat and start cutting fabric in minutes. The Ditto Pattern Making Projector is a compact, easy-setup projector that allows you to view and modify sewing patterns without any paper or pinning needed. The Ditto Pattern Making Projector makes viewing and using your sewing patterns efficient and accurate. Sewing enthusiasts will provided with Pfaff performance icon top-of-the-line sewing machines and the Admire air 7000 Coverlock Machines to create projects. Cost per class $50, choose one or both. Sign up here! Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 50.00
Ditto! The biggest innovation to happen to patterns in over 100 years has occurred. The Ditto Pattern-Making Projector will change the way you sew garments forever!Say goodbye to paper patterns, pinning, chalking, and worrying about the right fit. Meet Ditto, the digital projection system that eliminates the frustration and errors of traditional paper patterns. The Ditto Pattern Projector makes it possible to adapt to any body measurement and make design changes on the fly. Simply launch the app and project your personalized pattern onto the included Ditto cutting mat and start cutting fabric in minutes. The Ditto Pattern Making Projector is a compact, easy-setup projector that allows you to view and modify sewing patterns without any paper or pinning needed. The Ditto Pattern Making Projector makes viewing and using your sewing patterns efficient and accurate. Sewing enthusiasts will provided with Pfaff performance icon top-of-the-line sewing machines and the Admire air 7000 Coverlock Machines to create projects. Cost per class $50, choose one or both. Sign up here! Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 50.00
Beginning Quilt Class - BQC
- Oct 05, 2023 11:00 am
- Oct 05, 2023 11:00 am
Beginning Quilt Class - BQC - Oct 05, 2023 11:00 am
This is a beginner class. In just eight three-hour classes, you will successfully finish your first quilt. In class, you will learn to machine piece, master half square triangles, apply borders and binding as well as quilting techniques. Participants will each receive a handbook with complete directions for each class. We will help you with selecting the fabric to make this quilt. $240 + material & supplies bought at Prickly Pear Quilts, 10% discount on material & supplies. Space is limited so call and sign up today! If material bought elsewhere its $400 for the class. Books and patterns and supplies that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 240.00
This is a beginner class. In just eight three-hour classes, you will successfully finish your first quilt. In class, you will learn to machine piece, master half square triangles, apply borders and binding as well as quilting techniques. Participants will each receive a handbook with complete directions for each class. We will help you with selecting the fabric to make this quilt. $240 + material & supplies bought at Prickly Pear Quilts, 10% discount on material & supplies. Space is limited so call and sign up today! If material bought elsewhere its $400 for the class. Books and patterns and supplies that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 240.00
Mini Diva Wallet Class - MDWC
- Oct 07, 2023 10:00 am
- Oct 07, 2023 10:00 am
Mini Diva Wallet Class - MDWC - Oct 07, 2023 10:00 am
In this class you will make the Mini version of the Diva Frame Wallet. So easy to make you'll want one to match every bag you have! And just wait until your friends see it - they'll want one too. The Mini Diva Wallet is the perfect accessory for every lady no matter her style. Keep cash, change and cards neatly organized in this easy to make, beautiful frame wallet. Believe me when I say that each of your friends will be begging you to make them one after they see how lovely the one you're carrying is! Wallet includes 4 card pockets, 1 zipper pocket and 2 open pockets and an zipper on the outside of the wallet. Class is $36 and includes the pattern. Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 37.00
In this class you will make the Mini version of the Diva Frame Wallet. So easy to make you'll want one to match every bag you have! And just wait until your friends see it - they'll want one too. The Mini Diva Wallet is the perfect accessory for every lady no matter her style. Keep cash, change and cards neatly organized in this easy to make, beautiful frame wallet. Believe me when I say that each of your friends will be begging you to make them one after they see how lovely the one you're carrying is! Wallet includes 4 card pockets, 1 zipper pocket and 2 open pockets and an zipper on the outside of the wallet. Class is $36 and includes the pattern. Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 37.00
Barn Quilts Made Easy Class - BQMEC
- Oct 14, 2023 10:00 am
- Oct 14, 2023 10:00 am
Barn Quilts Made Easy Class - BQMEC - Oct 14, 2023 10:00 am
Join us for a fun filled day creating barn quilts using paint and tape. This class is intended to be fun! Not stressful or difficult! Learn the techniques that will allow you to create beautiful wooden quilts that can be enjoyed inside or outside. In class, you will be painting on plywood that has been prepared for you. We will also provide you a choice of quilt block patterns to choose from in order to keep it simple and stress free. Choose your own colors from instructor provided paint or instructor will help you with your design. Class Supplies: Paint and Plywood will be provided by instructor. You Will Need to Bring: 8" or 12" ruler (6" square works well too) X-Acto Knife with new blade Hair dryer or heat gun Foam brushes 1" and 2" (several of each) Artist paint brushes in multiple sizes (Can be used continuously after cleaning each time) Lunch, snacks, drinks and a willingness to have fun! Seats are limited. If class is in high demand, we will add additional dates. Sign up today Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 75.00
Join us for a fun filled day creating barn quilts using paint and tape. This class is intended to be fun! Not stressful or difficult! Learn the techniques that will allow you to create beautiful wooden quilts that can be enjoyed inside or outside. In class, you will be painting on plywood that has been prepared for you. We will also provide you a choice of quilt block patterns to choose from in order to keep it simple and stress free. Choose your own colors from instructor provided paint or instructor will help you with your design. Class Supplies: Paint and Plywood will be provided by instructor. You Will Need to Bring: 8" or 12" ruler (6" square works well too) X-Acto Knife with new blade Hair dryer or heat gun Foam brushes 1" and 2" (several of each) Artist paint brushes in multiple sizes (Can be used continuously after cleaning each time) Lunch, snacks, drinks and a willingness to have fun! Seats are limited. If class is in high demand, we will add additional dates. Sign up today Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 75.00
Star Pop Class SPC
- Oct 18, 2023 03:00 pm
- Oct 18, 2023 03:00 pm
Star Pop Class SPC - Oct 18, 2023 03:00 pm
Join Sandra Kokoruda for a fun sew-along and learn some tips and tricks on half-square triangles and more as you create this modern Star Pop quilt. PPQ will provide lunch and door prizes and Sandra will provide a trunk show. The Wednesday before the sew-along, join Sandra in the afternoon to learn tips for choosing fabric and take time to prep for Saturday's class in PPQ's classroom. Utilizing prep time, you may have a quilt top finished on Saturday! Star Pop is a fun and modern sawtooth star quilt. Each quarter section of the star is made up of a different fabric print. The result is a patchwork background with solid stars. Star Pop is both fat quarter friendly and layer cake friendly. If you LOVE working with 10 inch square layer cakes or haven't worked with precuts, you will enjoy this class. This is a confident beginner or Intermediate quilt pattern, or just a fun quilt to finish quickly. Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 38.50
Join Sandra Kokoruda for a fun sew-along and learn some tips and tricks on half-square triangles and more as you create this modern Star Pop quilt. PPQ will provide lunch and door prizes and Sandra will provide a trunk show. The Wednesday before the sew-along, join Sandra in the afternoon to learn tips for choosing fabric and take time to prep for Saturday's class in PPQ's classroom. Utilizing prep time, you may have a quilt top finished on Saturday! Star Pop is a fun and modern sawtooth star quilt. Each quarter section of the star is made up of a different fabric print. The result is a patchwork background with solid stars. Star Pop is both fat quarter friendly and layer cake friendly. If you LOVE working with 10 inch square layer cakes or haven't worked with precuts, you will enjoy this class. This is a confident beginner or Intermediate quilt pattern, or just a fun quilt to finish quickly. Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 38.50
Quiltsmart Lone Star Quilt, 58" QLSQ58
- Oct 28, 2023 10:00 am
- Oct 28, 2023 10:00 am
Quiltsmart Lone Star Quilt, 58" QLSQ58 - Oct 28, 2023 10:00 am
Choose to make the 38" or 58" Quiltsmart Lone Star Quilt". This class is the 58" Lone Star. Beginners have no fear! This pattern is super-fast and accurate! No inset piecing, only straight strips to cut - no angles or diamonds, perfect intersections, and beautiful points! This is a fun and easy way to make the Quiltsmart Lone Star. No special rulers needed for this class. Just the pattern and the foundation interfacing. Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up supply list at PPQ. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 79.00
Choose to make the 38" or 58" Quiltsmart Lone Star Quilt". This class is the 58" Lone Star. Beginners have no fear! This pattern is super-fast and accurate! No inset piecing, only straight strips to cut - no angles or diamonds, perfect intersections, and beautiful points! This is a fun and easy way to make the Quiltsmart Lone Star. No special rulers needed for this class. Just the pattern and the foundation interfacing. Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up supply list at PPQ. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 79.00
Quiltsmart Lone Star Quilt, 38" QLSQ38
- Oct 28, 2023 10:00 am
- Oct 28, 2023 10:00 am
Quiltsmart Lone Star Quilt, 38" QLSQ38 - Oct 28, 2023 10:00 am
Choose to make the 38" or 58" Quiltsmart Lone Star Quilt". This class is the 38" Lone Star. Beginners have no fear! This pattern is super-fast and accurate! No inset piecing, only straight strips to cut - no angles or diamonds, perfect intersections, and beautiful points! This is a fun and easy way to make the Quiltsmart Lone Star. No special rulers needed for this class. Just the pattern and the foundation interfacing. Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up supply list at PPQ. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 65.50
Choose to make the 38" or 58" Quiltsmart Lone Star Quilt". This class is the 38" Lone Star. Beginners have no fear! This pattern is super-fast and accurate! No inset piecing, only straight strips to cut - no angles or diamonds, perfect intersections, and beautiful points! This is a fun and easy way to make the Quiltsmart Lone Star. No special rulers needed for this class. Just the pattern and the foundation interfacing. Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up supply list at PPQ. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 65.50
Learn to Craft a Fabric Bouquet for Your Thanksgiving Table Or to Share As a Hostess Gift LTCFB
- Nov 18, 2023 10:00 am
- Nov 18, 2023 10:00 am
Learn to Craft a Fabric Bouquet for Your Thanksgiving Table Or to Share As a Hostess Gift LTCFB - Nov 18, 2023 10:00 am
Join our What's in the Bag contest winner, Meg, for a fun day learning to create a fabric flower bouquet. Come in and pick out your fabric before class, PPQ staff will bag your lovelies and the instructor will have it all prepped for you and ready to assemble on the day of class. It will be helpfull for the instructor if your fabric is picked out by November 1, so she has time to prepare. There are 63 pieces to cut per fat quarter! Lunch will be provided by PPQ, so join us for a fun-filled day with like-minded creators! Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 65.00
Join our What's in the Bag contest winner, Meg, for a fun day learning to create a fabric flower bouquet. Come in and pick out your fabric before class, PPQ staff will bag your lovelies and the instructor will have it all prepped for you and ready to assemble on the day of class. It will be helpfull for the instructor if your fabric is picked out by November 1, so she has time to prepare. There are 63 pieces to cut per fat quarter! Lunch will be provided by PPQ, so join us for a fun-filled day with like-minded creators! Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 65.00
Edge to Edge Quilting on Your Embroidery Machine Class - E2E
- Dec 02, 2023 10:00 am
- Dec 02, 2023 10:00 am
Edge to Edge Quilting on Your Embroidery Machine Class - E2E - Dec 02, 2023 10:00 am
Are you using your embroidery machine to its full advantage? Join us and spend a day finishing a quilt in your embroidery hoop and see just how easy it is to finish projects on your domestic machine. The Easy-Connect Quilting files and technique allow you to use your home embroidery machine to get quilting results like you would see from a long-arm quilter. Edge-to-Edge Quilting on Your Embroidery Machine includes instructions for the Easy-Connect Quilting technique, the embroidery files needed to stitch out 10 quilting designs, and the Baby Sew Fast quilt pattern -- a project that's a great size for perfecting technique. This is a software training so basic knowledge of your embroidery machine is encouraged. Class is $65 and includes the book and embroidery designs. Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 65.00
Are you using your embroidery machine to its full advantage? Join us and spend a day finishing a quilt in your embroidery hoop and see just how easy it is to finish projects on your domestic machine. The Easy-Connect Quilting files and technique allow you to use your home embroidery machine to get quilting results like you would see from a long-arm quilter. Edge-to-Edge Quilting on Your Embroidery Machine includes instructions for the Easy-Connect Quilting technique, the embroidery files needed to stitch out 10 quilting designs, and the Baby Sew Fast quilt pattern -- a project that's a great size for perfecting technique. This is a software training so basic knowledge of your embroidery machine is encouraged. Class is $65 and includes the book and embroidery designs. Books and patterns that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. Please pick up list at PPQ for additional supplies needed. Sign up today. Due to contractual agreements with our educators, all payments for classes/events are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, payments are transferable to another attendee at the event/class.
Cost: $ 65.00
Prickly Pear Quilts
- 1200 Cedar Street
- Helena, MT 59601
- Phone: (406) 442-PEAR (7327)
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Store Hours
- Mon-Fri: 10am-6pm
- Saturday: 10am-5pm
- Sundays: 12pm-4pm