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September - December 2014

Fall Newsletter 2014

Crafty Classes American Girl Dress & Headband for 18” Dolls - a beginner to intermediate level class - 2 sessions with Karen Munger Friday, September 12, 1:00pm – 4:00pm #100245458 Saturday, September 13, 1:00 – 4:00pm #100245515 Cost $25.00 A low waist, flared skirt and cap sleeves give this dress a unique look for 18” dolls. The looks for this doll dress are as endless as the fabric choices! Patterned and colorful cottons can make it playful and fun. Choose a knit fabric and add some leggings for cute pajamas. Or dress it up for a fancier look. Optional lace or ribbon at the neck or waistline can add a special touch. Or feel free to hand or machine embroidery a design on the center front piece. Quarter Box - a beginner level class – 2 sessions with Karen Munger Friday, September 19, 10:00am – 1:00pm - #100245460 Saturday, September 20, 10:00am – 1:00pm - #100245516 Cost $25.00 This little fabric box is perfect to store and organize fat quarters while adding to your studio decor. We all love fat quarters of fabric—collecting and using them. This Quarter Box is not only decorative for your shelf or storage area, it also lends itself to organizing your fat quarters by color or fabric type. Just choose a lining fabric for the box that coordinates with fabrics to group together—various colors, batiks, dots, reproduction fabrics or maybe a favorite designer. This box keeps them at your fingertips and easy to find. You may find a myriad of uses around the house in other rooms too! Instructions are included for how to alter the size to suit your needs. Also included is a unique way to fold your fat quarters to keep the edges tucked in!

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Boxy Tote - an intermediate level class – 1 session with Karen Munger Saturday, October 4th, 9:30am - 3:30pm #100245482 Cost $35.00 What makes this tote different from the rest? Straps that extend to the firm base, quilted sides and handy pockets give it form & function! While maintaining a level of softness attained only by fabric, the use of a thicker fabric and the addition of Peltex on the base makes this tote hold its shape. In addition, having the straps connect to the base gives it more strength to carry your contents. Other details include a pocket tucked between the straps, a great place for use of an accent color or a fabric that’s been saved for just the right use. Optional interior pockets are easy to add also. You’ll find yourself choosing this tote to use again and again—for its form and function! Fabric Bowls / Baskets - a beginner level class – 1 session with Debi Morrow Friday, October 17, 1:00pm – 4:00pm #100245489 Cost $20.00 Take a break from precision while having fun fondling your favorite fabric. This wrapping and coiling technique is very easy and produces great results. Any sewing machine with a zigzag stitch can be used. Your bowl will be completed during class time and won’t be stashed in the back of the closet unfinished. Knit Organizer for Straight Needles & DPNs - a beginner to intermediate level class - 1 Session with Karen Munger Friday, October 17th, 9:30am - 12:30pm #100245488 Cost $25.00 Every knitter needs a place to keep needles handy and organized. This needle roll provides pockets for straight needles or DPNs. Great for yourself or a gift! With fabrics that express your unique style, your custom needle roll will be functional and eye-catching! Fourteen pockets provide spaces for both long and short needles, straight or double pointed. This lightly padded organizer also features a top flap that keeps needles in place. After rolling closed or folding in thirds, the loop closure and large button becomes part of the unique design. Easy enough for even beginning sewers!

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Knitting Needle Book - an advanced level class - 1 session with Karen Munger Saturday, November 1st, 9:30am - 3:30pm and Saturday, November 8th, 9:30am - 1pm #100245501 Cost $55.00 Every knitter needs a place to keep needles handy and organized. With places for circular nee¬dles, DPNs and interchangeable sets, this needle organizer will be the envy of your knit group! If you work with circular needles or have an interchangeable circular set, you realize the importance of giving the cords ample room. Add as many pages as you’d like to have various needle sizes in their own zippered pocket. Also on each page is an extra pocket for DPNs of the same size. Two pages are dedicated to interchangeable sets of needles—one for the tips and one for the cords. Now the only time you won’t be able to find a needle is when you left it in a project! Making a Stuffed Animal - Monkey or Frog - a beginner adult level class - 1 session with Teresa Harder Tuesday, Nov. 25, 10:30am – 4:30pm #100245510 Cost $25.00 Have fun making a stuffed toy as a gift for the holidays or baby showers from one of two darling Melly & Me patterns - each which include a male or female version. Techniques used during class include machine construction with some raw edged appliqué', clipping curves, stuffing and a bit of hand sewing. American Girl Sleeping Bag for 18” Dolls - an intermediate level class – 2 sessions with Karen Munger Friday, December 12th, 10am - 3pm #100245511 Saturday, December 13th, 10am - 3pm #100245517 Cost 35.00 Do you know a special girl that would love something for her 18” doll for Christmas? Give her an accessory not available in any store—a quilted sleeping bag handmade by you! This flannel sleeping bag features a long 20” zipper that goes along one side and across the bottom. A sewn-in pillow makes it easy to keep it all together. Lightly quilting the flannel makes this sleeping bag as huggable as her doll!

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10 Minute Table Runner Workshop - a beginner level class- 1 session with Sandy Clapp Thursday, October 23, 4:00pm – 7:00pm #100245492 - Free with fabric purchase- The pattern says 10 Minutes, but Sandy says it took her 14 minutes, start to finish, including cutting the fabric. Can you do better? Just purchase the fabric from Quiltworks (you can even get it right before class) and come to the classroom. Everything you need will be provided to make a finished table runner in 10 Minutes, well, maybe just a couple minutes more. Last time we did this some folks really got hooked and made several. Just in time for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or maybe a gift for Christmas. Quick, easy, and fun! Come see how long it takes you and go home with a finished project. It doesn't get better than that!

Let’s make Quilts Nouveau Wedding Ring - a beginner II to intermediate level class – 1 session with Dianne Lee Thursday, October 30, 9:00am – 3:00pm #100245495 Cost $20.00 Waltz through a traditionally pieced, time consuming pattern using a quick, modern, fusible technique of appliqué….No needle turning here! Make a table runner, bed runner, wall hanging, or a full size quilt in WAY LESS TIME than a traditional wedding ring quilt requires! Unfoundation ‘101’ - a beginner to intermediate level class – 1 session with Dianne Lee Thursday, November 13, 9:00am – 3:00pm #100245505 Cost $20.00 Like paper piecing? Hate tearing off paper? Try this freezer paper method – reusing the foundation without wasting paper or tedious tearing! Also learn a unique way to sew curves.

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Hexy Quilt - a beginner level class – 1 session with Linda Gaither Saturday, September 6, 9:00am – 12:00pm #100245478 Cost 25.00 This is an easy way to use those cute hexie packs with the new lines of fabric. It looks old fashion and makes a great lap size quilt. In the class I'll show you an easy way to work with the hexies. No Y seams! Relaxed Piecing - a beginner II to intermediate level class - 1 session with Debi Morrow Tuesday, November 11, 1:00pm – 5:00pm #100245504 Cost $25.00 Cutting without rulers and piecing curves without pins – relax! We’ll do the piecing techniques in class and you can make a wall-hanging, a pillow or a cushion for a chair. There is no pattern for this class, just bring your creativity and relax! No-Measure Bargello - a beginner II to Intermediate Level class – 1 session with Willie Ruth Smith Tuesdays, October 14 and October 28, 1:30pm – 4:30p m #100245486 Cost $35.00 I am always looking for a quick, easy and fun quilt to make. This is the one. This quilt is perfect for pre-cuts or yardage (2.5 inch strips). Now you can make a stunning Bargello quilt without measuring or using a chart for fabric placement. Just collect a strip set (Jelly Roll, Bali Pops or Strip Tease) that has a pair of identical strips (2 each of 20 fabrics) or cut from yardage. Arrange strips add a background, slice and sew. Just remember you need sets of two identical strips. Thinking is minimal.

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Lucy Boston – Patchwork of the Crosses – Workshop - a beginner level II class – 1 session with Toni Owens Saturday, September 20, 2:00pm – 4:00pm #100245461 Cost $10.00 Lucy Boston was born in England in 1892 and designed more than 20 beautiful quilts in her life time. Her most famous quilt is Patchwork of Crosses. Join me to learn how to English Paper Piece this beautiful block and get hooked on the Lucy Boston block. Bright Birch Trees - a beginner II level class – 1 session with Gigi McEver Tuesdays, October 7 and 21st, 9:00am – 12:00pm #100245483 Cost $25.00 Oh my goodness, do I love scrap quilts! I love how they sparkle and I love how they give even the most humble print its moment to shine. Amanda Jean Nyberg, co-author of “Sunday Morning Quilts”, designed this quilt. It uses even the teeny-tiniest scrap. You can throw in some selvages for fun. All you have to do is sew them in strips and set them in bold color blocks of your choice. Collect your scraps, choose some backgrounds, and come make a little scrap magic. I can’t wait to see what everyone creates. This is a two-part class. In session one, we’ll start making all the “trees”. In session two we’ll set the “trees” into their color blocks. Hope to see you! Memory T-Shirt Quilt -a beginning II or higher class - 1 session with Emilee Dube’ Saturday September 27, 9:30am – 3:30pm #100245463 Cost $30.00 Basic 101 & 102 are pre-requisite classes! Is your closet shelf or dresser stuffed with T-shirts that hold sentimental value? Would you like to create something useful with them? Has someone begged you for a T-shirt quilt? Join this class and learn the secrets of making a one of a kind T-shirt quilt as you discover the tricks to preparing the tees and methods to design your very own one of a kind T-shirt quilt. You will learn how to determine the optimal block size and how to incorporate designs of all sizes. We will discuss layout options, batting choices, quilting styles. You will be amazed to see how quickly a pile of T-shirts can become a wonderful quilt packed with memories!

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North Star - a beginner level II class – 2 sessions with Janet North Saturday, October 18, 10:00 – 3:30 #100245490 Saturday, November 15, 10:00 – 3:30 #100245507 Cost $30.00 North Star is a patchwork quilt block pattern that looks like a Hunter’s Star but uses a totally different technique. It is fun and easy and you only need squares and rectangles! No half square triangles, no y-seams and only requires normal sewing supplies! We will complete four (4) – 25” blocks in class … but you can make as many as you want! Be sure to choose two fabrics with a high contrast. Cut the fabric for your blocks before class so we can get started quickly!

Basics and Beyond Basic Quiltmaking – 101 - a beginner level class – 1 session with Toni Owens Saturday, September 6, 1:00 – 5:00pm #100245494 Cost $35.00 This class teaches traditional quilt making and is designed for the person who knows nothing, but can also provide helpful hints and tips for those who are looking to improve their present skills. We start right at the beginning by teaching you the correct usage of the rotary cutter, rulers and how to master that quarter-inch seam used in quilt making. You only need to know how to sew a straight stitch. The class specializes in individual attention and hands-on training. You will learn to make a basic 9-patch quilt block. This class is a pre-requisite to Basic Quiltmaking 102. Basic Quiltmaking – 102 -a beginner level 1 class – 1 session, 2 parts with Toni Owens Saturday, November 8, 1:30pm – 5:00pm and Saturday, November 22, 10:00am – 3:00pm #100245503 Cost $45.00 This is a two-part class with focus on the quarter-inch seam and learning to make different quilt blocks using the four-patch, 9-patch, half-square and quarter-square triangles. The class reviews rotary cutting and using rulers for proper cutting. You will make some basic quilt blocks and learn how to turn these blocks into a small table topper or table runner. You will need access to a sewing machine as there will be a small amount of homework. Basic Quiltmaking 101 is required prior to taking this class.

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Paper Piecing - a beginner level class – 1 session with Debbie Aldridge Monday, September 15, 5:30 – 8:00pm #100245944 Cost $20.00 Paper Piecing is a wonderful technique that enables you to sew very technical looking designs with ease and accuracy. Tiny pieces with sharp points are a snap. No need to take on an entire project, just come learn the basic technique and practice on several different patterns using different foundation papers. I will supply the patterns and foundation paper; you bring your machine and some scrap fabrics! Come learn a new fun process. Big Stitch Hand Quilting - a beginner level class – 3 sessions with Amanda Lipscomb Friday, September 19, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. #100245940 or Monday, October 27, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. #100245941 or Friday, November 14, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. #100245942 Cost $18.00 Does the idea of hand quilting an entire quilt seem like an overwhelming process? Or maybe you struggle with making those itty bitty quilting stitches. Well, in the world of “Modern Quilting” big stitches with thicker thread is where it’s at. Join me for a casual, speedy, and different approach to hand quilting. We’ll work with a small sampler and discuss basting techniques, drawing guidelines (or not!), to use or not use a hoop, and finally getting that fun “big stitch” quilted look. Come and learn the skill of handquilting without all of the traditional rules.

Clubs and Other Sewing Events Hand Quilting Demo - Come and Go - a beginner level class - 1 session- with Gigi McEver and Sandy Clapp Tuesday, October 14, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm #100245485 This is a Free Class – sign-up is required It seems we live in a hurry up, get it done world. Sometimes it is good to just sit back and enjoy the journey. Hand quilting is a time honored skill that allows you to de-stress, go with the flow of the needle and create something of lasting beauty. Machine quilting is beautiful and has its place, but if you have wanted to give hand quilting a try, join Gigi and Sandy for a come and go, hands-on experience with hand quilting. We will have supplies for you to use to give hand quilting a try, will answer questions, and discuss techniques and supplies. Come when you can and stay as long as you want. You can also bring your own project and just join us for quilting and conversation.

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Two Sided Binding Techniques - a beginner II level class – 1 session with Willie Ruth Smith Tuesday, September 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm #100245465 Cost $35.00 Usually when you bind a quilt you use the same color of fabric on the front and the back of the quilt and the binding doesn’t always look great with the back. It doesn’t need to be that way. With a little extra work you can create a binding that uses one fabric on front and a different fabric on the back or two fabrics (flange or piping) on front and a different fabric on back. A neat technique for a two colored binding. Students: Must know how to make a standard binding before taking this class. Bias Binding - for all skill levels – 1 session with Gigi McEver Friday, November 14, 9:00am - 1:00pm #100245506 Cost $12.00 At some point in your quilting career you’re likely to need a bias binding. A bias stripe can make a dramatic finish to a quilt, and a bias binding is really a necessity for a curved edge. In this class we’ll learn how to make a continuous bias binding. We’ll briefly cover cutting bias strips, but the emphasis will be on the continuous binding. It’s a fun technique! Once you get the hang of it, you may actually look forward to making your next one! Hope to see you in class! Beginning Hand Piecing, or Just Your Basic Pillow - a beginner level class – 1 session with Gigi McEver Saturday, September 13, 9:00am to 12:00pm #100245459 Cost $12.00 This is an introductory hand piecing class. You will learn to stitch straight seams, and to match points. No bias work is involved. This is a good way to get the feel of hand piecing. You will make an 18” pillow top and leave with instructions for how to attach the pillow back. You need to know how to use a needle & thread. See me before class if you need help.

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Quilt Binding by Machine – Start to Finish - a beginner level class- 1 session with Mauri Richey Tuesday, September 9, 9:30am to 12:30pm #100245457 Cost $25.00 What’s the first part of a much-used quilt to wear out? The binding, of course! While hand finished bindings are lovely and a must for heirlooms and quilt shows, they aren’t really practical for utility quilts and quilts for kids. I can bind a queen size quilt in about 2 hours and so can you. Come learn my techniques and soon you’ll have professional looking and durable bindings in a fraction of the time it takes to hand stitch one. This class is the perfect follow up to Basic Quiltmaking. Singer Featherweight Sewing Machine Maintenance For owners of Featherweight sewing machines 1 session with Jim Sorrell Friday, November 21, 10:00am – 4:00pm #100245509 Cost $65.00 We had such an overwhelming response from the last time this class was offered that we had a waiting list. So for those who missed out the last time, do not wait too long to enroll as this is a very popular class. You learn by doing things yourself. In this class, you will learn how to perform the following tasks like a professional. Clean the machine Adjust pressure Oil the machine Adjust & replace belt Lubricate the machine & motor Install new bulb Inspect for worn parts Adjust bobbin winder Adjust tensions Clean & polish machine & case Adjust hand wheel release Troubleshoot and correct common problems BONUS – Receive a detailed handbook for future reference at the end of the clinic

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Art Quilts Beautiful Stitching: The Third Dimension - a beginner level ll class - 1 session – with Charlotte Hickman Friday, September 26, 10:00am – 4:00pm #100245462 Cost $50.00 includes pattern You can create a unique wall, table stand, or canvas hung quilt. You may begin by using an original pattern included in the price of the class which was designed by Charlotte. By using decorative stitches on your home machine and couching with bright bold threads, cording and yarns, a beautiful abstract piece will evolve. This could be stretched on a canvas, made into a pillow cover, a table runner or placed on a jacket. Thread Paint a Butterfly - a beginner level 11 class - 1 session with Charlotte Hickman Friday, October 24, 10:00am – 4:00pm #100245493 Cost $50.00 includes pattern Let’s make a beautiful butterfly using water soluble stabilizer and colorful thread. The butterfly is made by using free - motion stitching on the stabilizer. We will finish the small quilt borders using decorative stitches on your machine. You may begin by using an original pattern included in the price of the class which was designed by Charlotte. She will walk you through each step in the making of this beautiful small art quilt. Appliquéd Dogwoods - a beginner level 11 class - 1 session – with Charlotte Hickman Saturday, December 6, 10:00am – 4:00pm #100245514 Cost $50.00 includes pattern Let’s make a beautiful art quilt. You may begin by using an original pattern included in the price of the class which was designed by Charlotte. The Dogwoods’ pattern features unique machine appliquéd techniques using fusible web templates and free – motion stitching. A full – scale master design is included in the pattern which you will use to make your fusible web templates. Charlotte will walk you through each step in the making of this beautiful art quilt.

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Clubs and Other Sewing Events Simple What-Not’s Club - a beginner level II to intermediate level class – 1 session (6 meetings) with Eve Murphy #100245469 Club is free Meets 1st Thursday of each month 2:00 – 4:00 September 4, October 2, November 6 and December 4 Come and have some What-not’s fun with Eve Murphy on the first Thursday of each month beginning on September 4th at 2pm-4pm. Simple What-not’s will feature six “do-able” little quilts designed by Kim Diehl – one each month - (nothing greater in size than 40" square) with traditional patchwork and a sprinkling of simple appliqué́ here and there? What-Not quilt patterns are only available by purchasing the Vintage Farm fabrics kit. Club Membership is free - by joining the club you are guaranteed a “What-Not” kit each month. You will also receive a 15% discount on your kit. Stitching Society - for all skill levels – 2 sessions with Toni Owens #100245479 Club is Free Meets 1st Tuesday of each month, 2:00 – 4:30 and 5:30 – 8:00 October 7, November 4 and December 2 The 12 month program was created by “Under The Garden Moon” and is designed for those who love hand embroidery, hexagons and cottons, felts and wools and want to further their knowledge of stitching and embellishing with threads. Lots of projects to choose from, new stitches every month, over 156 motifs to appliqué. Classes meet the first Tuesday of each month. Of course you really don’t have to use wool.

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By Hand With Love -for all skill levels – 4 Sessions – free to anyone who wants to join us wi th Gigi McEver Classes are on Thursdays, 9:00am - 12:00pm September 18, October 16, November 20 and December 18 Attention handwork aficionados! Come join us for three glorious hours of hand sewing. Bring your current project or come plan a new one. We’ll share tips on techniques, tools, fabric, patterns and whatever else comes up in conversation. Best of all, we can spend some uninterrupted time with other handwork lovers. We hope you’ll join us! Hexie Club -for all skill levels- 4 sessions – Free to anyone who wants to join us wi th Dianne Lee Classes are on Thursdays, 1:30pm – 4:30pm September 18, October 16, November 20 and December 18 Come join the Hexie Club. Bring your favorite hexie project or let us help you start a new one. Don’t know how to make hexies? Dianne will teach you the basics. Knot’y Girls Stitchery Group - for all skill levels – 3 sessions – Free to anyone who wants to join us wi th Debbie Aldridge Classes are on Mondays. 1:30 – 4:30 September 8, October 13 and November 10 Embroidery is popular again and there are so many ways to display your handiwork and so many wonderful images and patterns to stitch. Come join our stitchery group. We meet once a month…….there is always something to learn and share with each other.

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Wool Crazy Club -for all skill levels – 3 Sessions – Free to anyone who wants to join us wi th Toni Owens Classes are on Tuesday, 1:30pm – 4:30pm September 16, October 21 and November 18 Continue on the journey of Wool Appliqué and Embroidery. If you are interested in Crazy Patch Quilts, Folk-art appliqué, embellishing with embroidery stitches or just learning to work with wool, this class is for you. You choose your project or design your own crazy patch quilt. Wool and patterns are available to help give you ideas for your wool project. We meet once each month to work on our projects, share stories, stitches, thread and wools. Basic quilt making or sewing required for this class.

These sessions are for anyone who wants to come use the

class room to sit and sew. Sit ‘n Sew Wednesdays, 9:30am – 4:30pm September 3, 10, 17 and 24 October 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 November 5, 12, 19 and 26 December 3, 10 and 17 Quilt Camp -all skill levels – 3 days - $100.00 with Debbie and Toni Friday and Saturday, October 10 and 11, 9:00am – 9: 00pm and Sunday, October 12, 9:00am – 6:00pm #100245484 WHAT IS a QUILT CAMP? If you have never attended you may have no idea what we are talking about. It is designed to provide space to spread out for three days, without interruption from family members, household duties or anything else that gets in your way of productive sewing time. You may come with projects you need to complete or bring new projects you want to start. The only thing we don’t do at this camp is spend the night. You don’t even have to cook. Lunch and dinners are provided. If you need help in certain areas or some advice to spur you on in the right direction, this is the place to be. You may simply want to be left alone to do your own thing and that is OK too. Door prizes are always given and best of all you will make some new friends. Call Toni Owens or Debbie Aldridge if you have questions regarding Quilt Camps.

Girls Night Out Thursdays, 5:00 – 8:00pm September 4, 11, 18 and 25 October 2, 9, 16 and 30 November 6, 13 and 20 December 4, 11 and 18