Winter/Spring Class Schedule, 2025

January 2025 – April 2025

January Classes

Discover the Art of Foundation Paper and Paperless Piecing with Julie Dess

This is a two-part class - Friday, January 17, & 24, 10 am – 4 pm

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.

Welcome to paper piecing. Yes, you can do it! This class will teach paper piecing, paperless paper piecing, resizing patterns and how to create your own pattern from quilt blocks. Will show you products that will help you to work easier. Make it as simple as a practice block, pillow or even a quilt. Join us for some fun and inspiration.

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Create an Oxbow Tote 

Saturday, January 18, 10 am to 4 pm

Create this versatile zippered tote bag. Features an easy-access front pocket, reinforced base, crossbody strap, and a roomy interior with a slip pocket. Customize yours by quilting! This class does require some pre-class preparation. Sign up here today!

Winter Church Quilt 

Saturday, January 25, 10 am – 12 pm

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. Sign up here today!

Beginning Quilt Class 
Our first class will be on Wednesday, January 29, thereafter, classes will be held on Thursdays, February 6 – March 20, 11 am – 2:30 and 5:30 pm – 8: 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, and 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. 10% discount on material & supplies. Space is limited Sign up here today!

February Classes 

Designing with Gradients - Sundown Wall Hanging with Connie 

February 5, 10 am – 4 pm

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. Sign up here today!

Piece O’ Cake Applique with Julie Dess

Fridays, February 7, 14, & 28 – 10 am – 1 pm

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 a quilt, this class will inspire you and boost your confidence. Don’t miss out on the fun and creativity—join us! Sign up here today!

Hot & Heavy Iron Carrier Chic and Functional Zippered Bags

Saturday, February 8, 10 am – 4 pm

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. Sign up here today!

Big Bright Star Quilt Using Quiltsmart Interfacing 

This is a three-part class, Tuesday, February 11, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, Tuesday 25, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, Saturday, March 8, 10 am – 4 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.  Sign up here today!

Mondo Bag

Wednesday, February 19, 10 am – 4 pm

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. Sign up here today!

Caravan Tote

Friday, February 21, 10 am - 4 pm

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, great everyday bag or you can add the knitting needle slip pocket and yarn guides and you have a bag for your knitting supplies. Sign up here today!

March

T-Shirt Quilt Construction – This is a Two-part Class

March 1 & March 29, 10 am – 4 pm

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.

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Free Form with Panels to Improvise a Quilt

Friday, March 14, 10 am – 4 pm

Do you love panels, even buy them, and don’t know what to do with them?  This class will help you creatively look at your 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. Sign up here today!

Redwood Tote by Noodlehead

Saturday, March 15, 10 am – 4 pm

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! Sign up here today!

April

 Create Your Own Artistic Quilted Sneakers

Friday, April 11, 10 am – 5 pm

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.

 Once you make a one-of-a-kind pair of sneakers, you will certainly want to make more for yourself or as gifts! Quilting cotton or batiks is the easiest fabric to work with but lightweight denim, cotton canvas, chambray, and bottom-weight linens are also good choices. Avoid knits, napped fabrics, or coated fabrics like oilcloth that don’t breathe. Sneakers can be made with 1, 2 or 3 fabrics. Sign up here today!

 Design Your Umbrella Class

Friday, April 25, 10 am – 5 pm

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 children and doll umbrellas and the instructor will provide additional handles and waterproofing spray for purchase on the day of class. You must bring a sewing machine and supplies and be willing to have fun making this umbrella! Sign up here today!