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Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 12pm-4pm
Winter & Spring 2025 Class Schedule
Prickly Pear Quilts offers new, fun-filled classes! We invite you to join us.
Discover the Art of Foundation Paper and Paperless Piecing with Julie Dess - 2 Part Class PPC
- Jan 24, 2025 10:00 am
- Jan 24, 2025 10:00 am
Discover the Art of Foundation Paper and Paperless Piecing with Julie Dess - 2 Part Class PPC - Jan 24, 2025 10:00 am
Unlock your creativity and master the techniques to originate inspiring projects, including sampler quilts, bags, pillows, and more. Learn how to resize patterns and even create your own from quilt blocks. Plus, get tips on products that will help you work more efficiently.
Cost: $ 129.99
Unlock your creativity and master the techniques to originate inspiring projects, including sampler quilts, bags, pillows, and more. Learn how to resize patterns and even create your own from quilt blocks. Plus, get tips on products that will help you work more efficiently.
Cost: $ 129.99
Winter Church Class - WCC
- Jan 25, 2025 10:00 am
- Jan 25, 2025 10:00 am
Winter Church Class - WCC - Jan 25, 2025 10:00 am
Purchase this beautiful winter church quilt kit and you will receive a free two-hour class on completing the Hunter Star Blocks with or without paper.
Cost: $ 80.99
Purchase this beautiful winter church quilt kit and you will receive a free two-hour class on completing the Hunter Star Blocks with or without paper.
Cost: $ 80.99
Beginning Quilt Class - BQC
- Jan 30, 2025 11:00 am
- Jan 30, 2025 11:00 am
Beginning Quilt Class - BQC - Jan 30, 2025 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! Books, patterns and supplies that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. 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! Books, patterns and supplies that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. 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
Beginning Quilt Class - BQC
- Jan 30, 2025 05:30 pm
- Jan 30, 2025 05:30 pm
Beginning Quilt Class - BQC - Jan 30, 2025 05:30 pm
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! Books, patterns and supplies that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. 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! Books, patterns and supplies that are required for class must be purchased individually to prevent copyright violations. 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
Designing with Gradients - Sundown Wall Hanging Class DWG
- Feb 05, 2025 10:00 am
- Feb 05, 2025 10:00 am
Designing with Gradients - Sundown Wall Hanging Class DWG - Feb 05, 2025 10:00 am
Did you know there are two types of gradient ombre fabrics? Some gradients follow the whole width of the fabric and some mirror from selvage to selvage. Join Connie and learn how to use Stonehenge Gradations Ombre fabric to create this mountain scene.
Cost: $ 129.95
Did you know there are two types of gradient ombre fabrics? Some gradients follow the whole width of the fabric and some mirror from selvage to selvage. Join Connie and learn how to use Stonehenge Gradations Ombre fabric to create this mountain scene.
Cost: $ 129.95
Piece O’ Cake Applique 3-part Class with Julie Dess POCA
- Feb 07, 2025 10:00 am
- Feb 07, 2025 10:00 am
Piece O’ Cake Applique 3-part Class with Julie Dess POCA - Feb 07, 2025 10:00 am
Love applique but feel intimidated? This class is for you! Join Julie Dess for a comprehensive 3-part applique class where you'll learn: • Hand applique • Machine applique • Needle turn applique • Fusible applique Discover various stitching methods and let Julie introduce you to products that make applique easier. Whether you want to create a simple practice project, a pillow, or even a quilt, this class will inspire you and boost your confidence. Don’t miss out on the fun and creativity—join us!
Cost: $ 122.75
Love applique but feel intimidated? This class is for you! Join Julie Dess for a comprehensive 3-part applique class where you'll learn: • Hand applique • Machine applique • Needle turn applique • Fusible applique Discover various stitching methods and let Julie introduce you to products that make applique easier. Whether you want to create a simple practice project, a pillow, or even a quilt, this class will inspire you and boost your confidence. Don’t miss out on the fun and creativity—join us!
Cost: $ 122.75
Hot & Heavy Iron Carrier Chic and Functional Zippered Bags Class - HNH
- Feb 08, 2025 10:00 am
- Feb 08, 2025 10:00 am
Hot & Heavy Iron Carrier Chic and Functional Zippered Bags Class - HNH - Feb 08, 2025 10:00 am
Fashionable and cute, these spacious zippered bags come in two sizes to hold your favorite travel or regular-sized household iron. They are perfect for classes or retreats. Plus, using leftover fabrics and interfacing from the project, you can create an easy-to-make cord wrap to neatly contain cords. There will be some pre-class homework to insure that you are able to get the bag done in the allotted time.
Cost: $ 61.25
Fashionable and cute, these spacious zippered bags come in two sizes to hold your favorite travel or regular-sized household iron. They are perfect for classes or retreats. Plus, using leftover fabrics and interfacing from the project, you can create an easy-to-make cord wrap to neatly contain cords. There will be some pre-class homework to insure that you are able to get the bag done in the allotted time.
Cost: $ 61.25
Big Bright Star Quilt Using Quiltsmart Interfacing Class – with Cheri. This is a three-part class BBSC
- Feb 11, 2025 05:30 pm
- Feb 11, 2025 05:30 pm
Big Bright Star Quilt Using Quiltsmart Interfacing Class – with Cheri. This is a three-part class BBSC - Feb 11, 2025 05:30 pm
In this three-part class, learn to make a big bright star quilt. Beginners have no fear! This pattern is super-fast and accurate. In the first class, you will learn how to choose and arrange fabric for the most visually pleasing effect. In the second class, you will learn to create your star panels. In the third class, you will finish your quilt top
Cost: $ 153.99
In this three-part class, learn to make a big bright star quilt. Beginners have no fear! This pattern is super-fast and accurate. In the first class, you will learn how to choose and arrange fabric for the most visually pleasing effect. In the second class, you will learn to create your star panels. In the third class, you will finish your quilt top
Cost: $ 153.99
Mondo Bag Class - MBC
- Feb 19, 2025 10:00 am
- Feb 19, 2025 10:00 am
Mondo Bag Class - MBC - Feb 19, 2025 10:00 am
Want a bag big enough to hold everything? In this class you will learn how to make the Mondo Bag. Learn to perfectly match seams, and easily construct this roomy, comfortable bag using the Quiltsmart grid interfacing technique. The bag bottom is 10" square with 17" tall sides. Supply list coming soon.
Cost: $ 76.99
Want a bag big enough to hold everything? In this class you will learn how to make the Mondo Bag. Learn to perfectly match seams, and easily construct this roomy, comfortable bag using the Quiltsmart grid interfacing technique. The bag bottom is 10" square with 17" tall sides. Supply list coming soon.
Cost: $ 76.99
Caravan Tote Class CTC
- Feb 21, 2025 10:00 am
- Feb 21, 2025 10:00 am
Caravan Tote Class CTC - Feb 21, 2025 10:00 am
Learn to create this useful and sturdy tote with plenty of organized storage. You’ll be ready to go whenever life calls. Mix and match your favorite prints! This tote has an exterior zippered pocket, and great everyday bag or you can add the knitting needle slip pocket and yarn guides and you have a bag for your knitting supplies.
Cost: $ 63.50
Learn to create this useful and sturdy tote with plenty of organized storage. You’ll be ready to go whenever life calls. Mix and match your favorite prints! This tote has an exterior zippered pocket, and great everyday bag or you can add the knitting needle slip pocket and yarn guides and you have a bag for your knitting supplies.
Cost: $ 63.50
T-Shirt Quilt Construction 2-part Class - TQCC
- Mar 01, 2025 10:00 am
- Mar 01, 2025 10:00 am
T-Shirt Quilt Construction 2-part Class - TQCC - Mar 01, 2025 10:00 am
Would you like to turn those T-shirts you or someone special no longer wear into a loving keepsake? We can teach you how! Learn the process of turning T-shirts into a display of memories. In this two-part, hands-on class, you will learn how to lay out your quilt, cut apart t-shirts, iron on the stabilizer, precisely cut the t-shirts for quilt placement, and sew the shirts together with sashing and a border.
Cost: $ 124.95
Would you like to turn those T-shirts you or someone special no longer wear into a loving keepsake? We can teach you how! Learn the process of turning T-shirts into a display of memories. In this two-part, hands-on class, you will learn how to lay out your quilt, cut apart t-shirts, iron on the stabilizer, precisely cut the t-shirts for quilt placement, and sew the shirts together with sashing and a border.
Cost: $ 124.95
Free Form with Panels to Improvise a Quilt Class FFPC
- Mar 14, 2025 10:00 am
- Mar 14, 2025 10:00 am
Free Form with Panels to Improvise a Quilt Class FFPC - Mar 14, 2025 10:00 am
Do you love panels, even buy them, and don’t know what to do with them? This class will help you creatively look at panels. We will discuss your panel and options for creatively playing with them. This class will guide you on how to make a pattern or free-form a quilt using panels. Join us for some fun and inspiration.
Cost: $ 65.00
Do you love panels, even buy them, and don’t know what to do with them? This class will help you creatively look at panels. We will discuss your panel and options for creatively playing with them. This class will guide you on how to make a pattern or free-form a quilt using panels. Join us for some fun and inspiration.
Cost: $ 65.00
Redwood Tote by Noodlehead Class RTC
- Mar 15, 2025 10:00 am
- Mar 15, 2025 10:00 am
Redwood Tote by Noodlehead Class RTC - Mar 15, 2025 10:00 am
Create this mid-size tote bag with a front zippered pocket, back slip pocket, zip top closure, and reinforced base. This fun tote will quickly become your go-to bag for everyday use. You’ll love this easy-to-make tote! There will be some pre-class homework to insure that you are able to get the bag done in the allotted time.
Cost: $ 63.50
Create this mid-size tote bag with a front zippered pocket, back slip pocket, zip top closure, and reinforced base. This fun tote will quickly become your go-to bag for everyday use. You’ll love this easy-to-make tote! There will be some pre-class homework to insure that you are able to get the bag done in the allotted time.
Cost: $ 63.50
Create Your Own Artistic Quilted Sneakers AQSC
- Apr 11, 2025 10:00 am
- Apr 11, 2025 10:00 am
Create Your Own Artistic Quilted Sneakers AQSC - Apr 11, 2025 10:00 am
Express your artistic side by making your own distinctive pair of sneakers! Choose fabrics to express your personality or to match your favorite outfit. They are easier than you might think and are fun to make.
Cost: $ 100.00
Express your artistic side by making your own distinctive pair of sneakers! Choose fabrics to express your personality or to match your favorite outfit. They are easier than you might think and are fun to make.
Cost: $ 100.00
Design your own Umbrella Class - DUC
- Apr 25, 2025 10:00 am
- Apr 25, 2025 10:00 am
Design your own Umbrella Class - DUC - Apr 25, 2025 10:00 am
Don't let a rainy day get you down! Make a unique/Designer, waterproof 48" umbrella with fabrics of your choosing to brighten any day. They are fun to make and use, plus they make great gifts! Once you make one, you will want to make more! Most supplies, including the wood handles, are included in the cost of the class except purchasing your fabric. Patterns and handles will be available for child and doll umbrellas and the instructor will provide additional handles and waterproofing spray for purchase on the day of class.You will need to bring a sewing machine, sewing supplies and be willing to have fun making this umbrella! Supply sheet available at PPQ.
Cost: $ 75.00
Don't let a rainy day get you down! Make a unique/Designer, waterproof 48" umbrella with fabrics of your choosing to brighten any day. They are fun to make and use, plus they make great gifts! Once you make one, you will want to make more! Most supplies, including the wood handles, are included in the cost of the class except purchasing your fabric. Patterns and handles will be available for child and doll umbrellas and the instructor will provide additional handles and waterproofing spray for purchase on the day of class.You will need to bring a sewing machine, sewing supplies and be willing to have fun making this umbrella! Supply sheet available at PPQ.
Cost: $ 75.00
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