Classes at the Pear

Fall & Winter 2025

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September

Chatsworth Block of the Month

Begins September 15, 2025

Chatsworth Block of the Month - Month #1

Chatsworth Block of the Month Full Kit

Chatsworth Braided Flying Geese AQDP1

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 Machine Embroidery Club

Beginning Wednesday, September 3, machine embroidery enthusiasts will meet on the first Wednesday of each month from 10:30 am to 3:00 pm

1st month project, sewing machine zippered pouch - Learn to sew a zipper in the hoop

 Join PPQ’s monthly embroidery club and take part in classes and sew-alongs designed to inspire and help you master the craft. In class, you will learn how and when to use different stabilizers, hoop vs. float your fabric, needles, and soooo much more. Each month, a project will be completed in class. Each month, a small fee will be charged for project supplies.

Don’t have an embroidery machine? No worries! We have several that can be checked out for the class. Kit costs may vary per month from $25 to $50. Patterns will be purchased separately.

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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 Applique Club

Beginning Friday, September 5, applique club members will meet on the first Friday of each month from 10 am - 12 pm

Love appliqué but feel intimidated? This class is for you! Join Julie Dess for a comprehensive stitch-along where you'll learn:

·        Hand applique  ·   Machine applique  ·  Needle turn applique ·  Fusible applique, all while creating fun projects.

 Discover various stitching methods and let Julie introduce you to products that make appliqué 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! 

Club cost is $15 per month + book and supplies

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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Create a Table Runner 

10 different Design Options from Rob Pete Book

Sunday, September 21, 11 am – 4 pm 

Join Julie Dess and create a table runner with great curves and no curved piecing! Ten different patterns from the Rob Pete book for you to choose from, all using one easy Quiltsmart interfacing. Learn just how easy Quiltsmart products are to use when creating traditionally curved, challenging blocks.

$50 + pattern and supplies

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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 Beginner Quilting Class – Make Your First Quilt!

Starts Thursday, September 25, 11 am – 2:30 pm, and ends November 13 or Thursday evenings, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Ready to begin your quilting journey? In just eight sessions (each three and a half hours long), you’ll complete your very first quilt from start to finish! This beginner-friendly class will guide you through:

·        Accurate cutting/ruler tips

·        Machine piecing techniques

·        Mastering half-square triangles

·        Adding borders and binding

·        Basic quilting methods

Each participant will receive a handbook with step-by-step instructions for every class. Plus, we’ll help you choose the perfect fabric for your quilt!

Cost:

·        Enjoy a 15% discount on materials and supplies bought at PPQ.

·        If you need an inexpensive machine to get started, we can help you with that purchase, too! We will guide you through purchasing a machine that ensures you have a machine ready to quilt.

·         Important Note: Books, patterns, and required supplies must be purchased individually to comply with copyright regulations. A full supply list is available at Prickly Pear Quilts—please pick one up before class begins. Class cost is $240. One week prior to class, students will meet either with Cheri or Connie for a pre-class on fabric options and supplies.

Space is limited—call or visit us to sign up today!

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 Create Your Own Artistic Quilted Sneakers

September 26 10 am – 5 pm or September, 27, 10 am – 5 pm

October 24, 10 am – 5 pm or October 25, 10 am – 5 pm

Express your artistic side by making your distinctive pair of sneakers! Select fabrics that express your personality or complement your favorite outfit. Sneakers are easier than you think and are a lot of fun to make.

Once you make a one-of-a-kind pair of sneakers, you will undoubtedly want to make more for yourself or as gifts! Quilting cotton or batiks are the easiest fabric to work with, but lightweight denim, cotton canvas, or chambray are also good choices. Avoid knits, napped fabrics, or coated fabrics like oilcloth that don’t breathe. Sneakers can be made with one, two, or three fabrics. Sneakers can be made in classic or high-top style, with white or black soles.

 Class cost is $140 and includes kit.

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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 October

 Travel Case for Mini Iron

Wednesday, October 1, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm – Learn to make continuous bias binding.

Wednesday, October 8, 10 am – 4 pm

After taking a class with Minki Kim, Connie is excited to teach Minki’s Mini Iron Case. Connie will share with you all the tips and tricks she learned from Minki and a few of her own. The Mini Iron Travel Bag is a sleek, padded case that is both functional and professional. This bag is perfect for keeping your travel iron protected and organized for retreats, classes, or home. Prep work is required for this class. In class, you will learn techniques for adding zippers, working with interfacing, sewing continuous bias binding, and finishing your bag with clean, professional details. Great for confident beginners and bag-making enthusiasts alike — come sew something practical and polished!

Class costs $60 and includes stabilizer. Requires pattern and supplies.

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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 Pie Carrier

Saturday, October 4, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Just in time for the holidays, a festive carrier to bring to your next holiday event. The Pie Carrier holds a pie plate or a small square baking dish. The pie carrier also makes a wonderful hostess gift or item for your family and friends.

Class cost is $40 and includes insul-bright, batting, and pattern

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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Cross Stitch Club

Beginning on Monday, October 6, cross-stitch club members will meet on the first Monday of each month. Two sessions are available to choose from, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm or 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Cross Stitch Club is designed for those who want to dive in and create something tangible during a single session or a series of sessions. For sewists interested in learning cross-stitch fundamentals, those wishing to increase their knowledge, those who love cross-stitch, and those who want to join a stitch-along.  We focus on completing a specific project while teaching you practical techniques along the way.

 In addition to enjoying fellowship, stitchers will learn thread and fabric options, hoops, frames, and in-hand stitching, common stitches, specialty stitches, understanding patterns, starting a project, embellishments, finishing techniques, display ideas, and so much more!

Club cost is $15 per month plus supplies

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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   Wool & Wax Tote by Noodlehead

This is a two-part class

Wednesday, October 8, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Pre-class for preparation

Wednesday, October 15 – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Complete your bag

Learn to make this classic and sophisticated tote by Noodlehead. This simple tote will look great with anything and will keep your must-have essentials close at hand. A divided front pocket is perfect for stashing keys and a phone. Don't let the name fool you, this tote is great in all types of fabric.

Class includes book and interfacing $100

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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Chroma

This is a three-part class 

Thursday, October 9, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – Pre-class for preparation

Sunday, October 19, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Sunday, October 26, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Chroma quilt is a one-of-a-kind pattern that makes a 60” diameter circle quilt. Pieces are cut using a combination of paper and template piecing and then traditionally pieced. The quilt top comes together deceptively fast and is a joy to piece.

The first class will cover getting prepared, putting together templates, what and how you will cut, help choosing fabrics, if you are not sure, and will be a great time for questions and answers.

Class cost is $120 includes pattern and paper piecing templates

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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Sunday Sewcial with Julie Dess

Beginning Sunday, October 12, 1 pm – 3 pm

Join Julie Dess as she guides you through mastering quilt techniques while creating this stunning Amish with a Twist 2 quilt. You’ll dive into the world of rulers, paper piecing, and so much more. Julie’s monthly block demonstrations are a goldmine for quilters of all levels. She focuses on technique, precision, and creativity for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of quilting. This series will provide you with quilting education - from selecting fabrics and exploring color theory to perfecting your piecing. 

Class cost $135 + pattern and supplies

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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 A Place for Everything Bag 2.0

This is a three-part class

Tuesday, October 14 – 10 am – 2 pm, Pre-class for preparation

Tuesday, October 21, 10 am – 5 pm

Tuesday, October 28, 10 am - 5 pm

 This spacious By Annie organizer stores and carries tools and supplies, providing visibility and easy access to all.

The bag features handles and an adjustable/detachable carrying strap, along with two removable pocket pages with mesh or vinyl pockets in a variety of styles.

Abundant pockets in a variety of styles are the key to ensuring that there is a place for everything … and that everything is in its place!

The case measures about 10"H x 14" W x 5½"D when closed with removable pages measuring 13"H x 20"W.

Class cost $100 + pattern and supplies

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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 Minimalist Wallet by Noodlehead

This is a two-part class

Wednesday, October 22, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Wednesday, October 29, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Create this fun and functional wallet that lets you bring the essentials wherever you go. Sew the regular size or mini! Choose a leather accent OR a fabric one for the snap closure for plenty of sophisticated detail. A zippered pocket and card slots keep coins and cards organized, while a long pocket behind the zippered pocket is ideal for storing cash (regular size) and a phone (regular size). This pattern is in the Everyday Essentials book from the Wool & Wax Tote class.Class cost is $45 and includes stabilizer and zipper.

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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November

 Create an Oxbow Tote

Saturday, November 1, 10 am – 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. Class cost is $100 – includes pattern and stabilizers.

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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 Santa Pot Holder

Sunday, November 2, 12 pm – 3 pm or

Sunday, December 7, 12 pm – 3 pm

 Join Julie Dess for an afternoon creating fast and fun pot holders just in time for the holidays. Once you make one, you will want to make more! They make wonderful hostess and Christmas gifts for friends and family.

Class cost is $45 and includes a kit for two potholders

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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 Pepin Tote

Saturday, November 8, 10 am – 4 pm

 Join us for this fun and flexible class where you’ll stitch a practical and stylish tote bag with ease. Designed with both beginners and confident sewists in mind, this project comes together quickly and allows you to make it as simple or as feature-packed as you like.

Why You’ll Love It:

·        Entirely made from rectangles—no templates or awkward shapes.

·        Quick to sew and endlessly customizable.

Optional Features Include:

·        A handy front pocket – perfect for showcasing a bold fabric or fun detail

·        Divided interior pocket

·        Magnetic snap top closure

·        Recessed zipper closure

·        Snap closure for the front pocket

Class cost is $60 + pattern and supplies

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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 Jacob’s Ladder

Saturday, November 15, 10 am – 4:30 pm

 Jacob’s Ladder is a fun, traditional quilt that lends itself beautifully to modern methods. This quilt looks amazing in modern or traditional fabric. The Quiltsmart PiX Smart Grid makes it a snap! Sew from X to X for easy, accurate half-square triangles. Great use for charm packs, 10” squares, Jelly Rolls, or Fat quarters. Just fuse the fabric squares, fold on the lines, & sew for perfect intersections!

Class cost is $70 plus fabric and the pattern, which includes interfacing.

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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Kitchen Boa

Tuesday, November 18, 10 am – 12 pm

 Just in time for the holidays! Join our Make and Take morning and stitch a Kitchen Boa, a great scarf-like accessory with a towel attached to each end, designed to be worn around the neck while cooking. Essentially, it’s a wearable kitchen towel offering convenience and a touch of style to kitchen tasks.

Class cost $25 + towel and fabric

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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Judy Niemeyer Open Sew with Instructor’s Guidance

Thursday, November 20, 10 am – 5:30 pm

Tuesday, December 9, 10 am - 5:30 pm - Judy Niemeyer or Elli’s Angel open sew

 Create your own class! Bring any Judy Niemeyer project in any stage of completion -- new, started 10 years ago, just need help picking out your fabric, getting started, whatever it may be, Diana Simkins will be here to get you started, restarted, inspired, organized, and on your way to finishing a beautiful quilt.

Class is $45 - A $25 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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Ellie’s Angel

This is a three-part class

Friday, November 21, 10 am – 5 pm

Saturday, November 22, 10 am – 5 pm

Sunday, November 23, 12 pm – 3:30 pm

Tuesday, December 9, 10 am - 5:30 pm - Judy Niemeyer or Elli’s Angel open sew.

Tuesday, December 9, 10 am 5:00 pm – Judy Niemeyer or Elli’s Angel open sew

Create a beautiful 54” round Angel. Have fun and learn a new technique - the 10-degree wedge. Elli’s Angel is a striking wall hanging or table topper for the holidays or any occasion.

Class cost is $125 + pattern and supplies

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!

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 Caravan Tote

Saturday, December 13, 10 am – 4:30 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 features an exterior zippered pocket, making it a great everyday bag. Add the knitting needle slip pocket and yarn guides, and you have a bag for your knitting supplies. Pre-class preparation is required. Pre-class preparation is required. Class cost is $65 and includes the pattern.

Seats are limited, so sign up here today!