ONGOING CLASSES & GATHERINGSMar 02, 2017 · Go-Split Rail Fence Saturday, March 4, 1:00-4:00pm Quilting Row by Row! Learn another QAYG technique, making this split rail fence pattern,

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March 2017

Applique TuesdayTuesdays, March 7, 14, 28 from 10:30am-12:30pmCome applique with Claudia using the Circle of Friends pattern. This is a

unique opportunity–combination club/class/demo. From applique newcomer to experienced, this prom-ises to be an exciting time of learning and sharing. This pattern combines applique and machine piec-ing. Pattern can be adjusted to do machine applique. Make the quilt, use blocks to create your own pillow or wall hanging. Students can join anytime!

Teacher: Claudia Hucks Cost: $5 to teacherSkill Level: All Pattern: Circle of Friends, available at PPQSupplies: Hand sewing supplies.

Sewing with SueFridays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 from 10:30am–4:00pmCome “Sew with Sue”, share ideas, finish projects, ask questions, solve problems. If you’ve wondered

what’s so wonderful about Janomes, rent one of our classroom machines for the day and experience the magic! Everyone and all machines are welcome! Come for an hour or come for the day!

Instructor: Sue Runnerstrom Cost: $5.00 paid to instructorSkill Level: All Sewing Machine: Yes, if needed. Rental $10Sewing Machine: Yes

8 Week Quilt JourneyDaytime: Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22 from 10:30am-12:30pmEvening: Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22 from 6:30-8:30pmThese 8 classes begin the Journey of learning how to quilt; each one building on the previous lesson. This session began in January and the next one will begin in May.

The Journey ContinuesDaytime: Wednesdays, March 15, 29; April 12 from 1:30-4:30 pmThese 6 intermediate classes continue the quilting Journey. This session began in January. The next one will begin in May offering daytime and evening classes.

ONGOING CLASSES & GATHERINGS

Sewing with SueFriday, March 3, 10:30am–4:00pm

See above for details.

Quilt As You Go-Split Rail FenceSaturday, March 4, 1:00-4:00pmQuilting Row by Row! Learn another QAYG technique, making this split rail fence pattern, quilting by rows instead of block by block! Let’s take advantage of those fun, decorative stitches on our sewing machines as we quilt as we go! Using the QAYG sashing technique your quilt will be done in no time!

Teacher: Dianna Skidmore Cost: $15.00Skill Level: All Sewing Machine: Yes

Applique TuesdayTuesday, March 7, 10:30am-12:30pm


8 Week Quilt Journey (6 of 8 sessions)Daytime: Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22 from 10:30am-12:30pmEvening: Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22 from 6:30-8:30pm


Celebrate Sewing in March!National Quilting Day is Saturday, March 18th

March is National Craft Month

People, Places & Quilts University



Pocket Caddy DemoThursday, March 9, 10:30-11:30amDon’t you need a little row of pockets for all your sewing stuff? Or maybe in the kitchen for your utensils? What about the nursery or office? We all need more storage and more organization, so why not make it cute too? This caddy will keep all your stuff handy and look good at the same time.

Teacher: Mary McRae Cost: Free Skill Level: Beginner Book: No Sewing Machine: No

Dish Soap Resist DemoThursday, March 9, 11:30am-12:30pm

Tired of doing the dishes? Well, use up that soap to make a piece of fabric instead! This is fun, easy and creative all at the same time.

Make your own designs - good clean fun!Teacher: Mary McRae Cost: Free Skill Level: BeginnerBook: No Sewing Machine: No

French Rose ClassThursday, March 9, 1:30-4:30pmJust in time for Spring, it’s roses everywhere! This quilt is so much fun to make you’ll probably make two! Quick and easy raw edge applique, lots of fabric choices make this quilt a joy to sew.

Teacher: Mary McRae Cost: $15.00Skill Level: Intermediate Pattern: YesSewing Machine: Yes

Magdalene House Sewing ProjectThursday, March 9, 6:30-9:30pmJoin in the fun, making handbags that make a difference! All materials supplied, just bring your machine and talent! This project benefits Magdalene House of Charleston, a recovery home for women opening in Summerville! For questions or RSVP, call Liz Milligan (843)864-5008. Sewing

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team contact: Janet Bender at [email protected].

Leader: Liz Milligan Supplies: Typical sewing suppliesCost: No charge Sewing Machine: Yes


See page 1 for details.

Scrap Happy Purse ClassSaturday, March 11, 10:00am-1:00pmYou need a new purse for Spring don’t you? And you have lots of scraps you’ve been wanting to use? This is the class for you! The purse is really pretty, just the right size and says: “Hey! I am talented and make my own accessories - take that Vera Bradley!”

Teacher: Mary McRae Cost: $15.00Skill Level: Intermediate Pattern: No Sewing Machine: Yes

Machine Quilting ClassSaturday, March 11, 1:30-4:30pmDon’t be afraid! You can learn to machine quilt! After this class, you will be able to get all those quilt tops you’ve made quilted and ready to use and admire. You will learn to use your walking foot and how to do Free motion quilting - hurray!

Teacher: Mary McRae Cost: $15.00 Skill Level: BeginnerPattern: No Sewing Machine: Yes

Quilts of Valor Sit and SewMonday, March 13, 10:30am-2:30pm

Join us for the Quilts of Valor Sit and Sew to work on quilts. Bring your own

projects to donate or work on kits donated to the foundation. A great way to socialize and work for a

Saturday, March 11 Further information to be announced!




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great cause. Can’t attend? Drop off your quilt tops and/or finished quilts here and we’ll take care off the rest. “The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.” Please call to reserve your spot.

Leader: Sandy Kaminsky Cost: No chargeSupplies: Typical sewing supplies Sewing Machine: Yes



Sew Together TuesdayTuesday, March 14, 1:00-3:00pm Stained Glass Shell Wall hanging - Are you ready for a new technique? Stained glass applique creates the look of stained glass with fusible shapes and fusible bias tape. There are so many patterns available, but this is an easy one to start with. It’s fast to finish – and every South Carolinian can use a bit of the beach in their home. I think once you’ve tried one you’ll want to do many more.

Teacher: Sue Runnerstrom Cost: $10.00Skill Level: All Pattern: provided by teacher $2.00Sewing Machine: Yes

8 Week Quilt Journey (7 of 8 sessions)Daytime: Wednesdays, March 15, 22 from 10:30am-12:30pm

Evening: Wednesdays, March 15, 22 from 6:30-8:30pm


The Journey Continues (4 of 6 sessions)Daytime: Wednesdays, March 15, 29; April 12 from 1:30-4:30 pmSee page 1 for details.

Fabric BoxThursday, March 16, 5:30-7:30pmCome and have fun making a fabric box! Great to store supplies for your next sewing class! Select either the larger finished size 8x8x4 (16”) or smaller finished size 6x6x3 (12”).

Teacher: Liz Fortin Cost: $10Skill Level: Confident Beginner



Claire’s ClubSaturday, March 18, 10:00-12:30pmWe will be making a decorative throw pillow with ruching and piping. You will learn ruching techniques as well as making piping. The pillow will fit a 12x16 pillow form. (This is the same size form we used for the schoolhouse pillow.)

Teacher: Claire Singletary Cost: $12.50 plus kitSkill Level: Beginner/intermediate Sewing Machine: Yes

March 16 5:00-8:00pm

On Third Thursday, historic downtown

is the place to be! A night to shop,

enjoy a meal at one of its many wonderful

restaurants and visit with others.

New

Sewing Theme

Fabrics




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Twister WreathSaturday, March 18 1:00–4:30pmThis pattern makes a Harvest Wreath, but you can match your fabric choices to any season or purpose – spring flowers, Christmas greens, Halloween, baby’s room. And how fun is it to piece a whole small quilt, then cut it all up and sew it back together again?! Only quilters will find that to be a really rewarding project.

Teacher: Sue Runnerstrom Cost: $17.50Skill Level: Confident beginnerPattern: Twister Harvest Pattern #LP2 and 2 1/4” twister block template Sewing Machine: Yes

8 Week Quilt Journey (8 of 8 sessions)Daytime: Wednesdays, March 22 from 10:30am-12:30pm

Evening: Wednesdays, March 22 from 6:30-8:30pmSee page 1 for details.

PPQ Rug Hooking & Felt GroupThursday, March 23, 10:15am-12:15pmCome enjoy rug hooking and felting with this group.

Leader: Dawn Shaw Cost: No charge

Magdalene House Sewing ProjectThursday, March 23, 6:30-9:30pmJoin in the fun, making handbags that make a difference! All materials supplied, just bring your machine and talent! This project benefits Magdalene House of Charleston, a recovery home for women opening in Summerville! For questions or RSVP, call Liz Milligan (843)864-5008. Sewing team contact: Janet Bender at [email protected].

Leader: Liz Milligan Supplies: Typical sewing suppliesCost: No charge Sewing Machine: Yes



Freida The FoxSaturday, March 25 11:00am-4:00pmUsing a wide variety of fabrics from your stash (florals, polka dots, paisleys, etc) and fusible web we will create a one-of-a-kind collage that is sure to delight. Like eating peanuts, it’s hard to stop once you get started.

Teacher: Sue Runnerstrom Cost: $25.00Skill Level: All levelsPattern required: Fiberworks pattern-several different patterns to choose from Sewing Machine: not in class



Quilt in a Day, Colorwheel QuiltTuesday, March 28 , 1:00–5:00pm

This bargello quilt is made more interesting with varying widths of accent strips set between the rows of color. Constructed in tubes, it requires concentration to start but gets easier as you go. And it’s so stunning!

Teacher: Sue Runnerstrom Cost: $20.00Skill Level: IntermediatePattern: Eleanor Burns Quilt In A Day Colorwheel Quilt, designed by Patricia Knoechel Sewing Machine: Yes

The Journey Continues (5 of 6 sessions)Daytime: Wednesdays, March 29; April 12 from 1:30-4:30 pmSee page 1 for details.

Flowertown FestivalMarch 31 - April 2, 2017

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ONGOING CLASSES & GATHERINGSMar 02, 2017 · Go-Split Rail Fence Saturday, March 4, 1:00-4:00pm Quilting Row by Row! Learn another QAYG technique, making this split rail fence pattern,