Mother’s Day Gift Basket

Date(s): May 3

Time(s): 1:00 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Cost: $10.00

Sewing Level: Beginner

Description: Just in time for Mothers Day gifts (or use for a gift anytime of the year!) Make a cute basket that is functional as well as just plain cute!! It’s very easily pieced and bound. Pattern is included with the class! You will need fabric and interfacing.

Sassy Saturday Satchels and Such

Teacher: Andrea N.

Date(s): First Saturday of each month beginning May 5

Time(s): 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $75.00 for 3 sessions or $35.00 per class

Sewing Level: Confident Beginner

Description: Join us the first Saturday of each month as we hone our bag making skills using Sue Kim's book "Bags, the Modern Classics." Each month we will choose a different project from the book. Skills you will learn from this class are using paper patterns, adding pockets, interfacing, magnetic snaps, zippers, darts and pleats, and embellishing with fabric flowers. Each student is required to purchase the book and provide their own sewing machine in good working order. Fabric and basic sewing supplies should be purchased before the first class. A class supply list will be provided each month prior to the class. This class is appropriate for confident beginners who have sewn a project or two as well as expert sewers and anyone in between. Bring your sassy fabrics and sew some fun!

Happy Holidays Table Topper

Teacher: Andrea

Date(s): Thursday, May 10

Time(s): 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $25.00

Sewing Level: Confident Beginner

Description: Do you have a round or square table? This pattern is a great option to add a decorative touch for each season of the year! In this class you will learn to use the 60 degree ruler to cut fabrics to make a stunning quilted topper—or even a tree skirt! Students must provide their own sewing machine in good working order as well as basic sewing supplies. The pattern, ruler, and fabrics should be purchased prior to class.

Simple Curves Table Runner

Date(s): May 21

Time(s): 1:00 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Cost: $25.00

Sewing Level: Confident Beginner

Description: Ready to try something new and different. Have curved seams intimidated you? Not anymore!! Using the Simple Curves ruler you will find this table runner a breeze to make!! You will learn easy ways to sew the curve seam block, and assemble it into a table runner that is sure to amaze your friends. You will need the pattern and ruler and they come together! And also fabric, which should be purchased prior to class.

T-Shirt Quilt

Teacher: Carol Laske

Date(s): 3 days

Time(s): 2 hours each day
Choose: Daytime: May 16, 23, 30 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. OR Evening: May 16, 23, 30 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $40.00

Sewing Level: Beginner

Description: What a great present for any youth, especially the high school graduate. Take old t-shirts that hold special memories, and put them to good use by creating a t-shirt quilt. We will be using Eleanor Burns T-Shirt pattern, which is available in the store. You will need to purchase fabric and bring your own sewing machine (in working order), basic sewing supplies and your t-shirt collection Stop in before class day to select fabric.

eReader Cover Plus

Teacher: Andrea

Date(s): Thursday, May 17

Time(s): 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $25.00

Sewing Level: Confident Beginner

Description: Have you recently acquired an ereader? Do you want to create a cover to protect it and show your personality? Learn how easy it is to customize your cover in this class. This pattern has several different sizes available to fit different ereaders. Students must provide their own sewing machine in good working order as well as basic sewing supplies. The pattern and fabrics should be purchased prior to class.

Marmalade and Jam Sampler Quilt

Teacher: Andrea

Date(s): Wednesday, June 6, 13, 20

Time(s): 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $65.00

Sewing Level: Confident Beginner

Description: This quilt is not like any sampler you’ve ever seen! If you’ve sewn a couple quilts and are ready to learn more piecing techniques, then this is the next step. You’ll learn how to cut and piece 11 different quilt blocks and place them in an artful way. Students must provide their own sewing machine in good working order as well as basic sewing supplies. The pattern and fabrics should be purchased prior to class.

Jelly Roll Quick Step Table Runner

Teacher: Andrea

Date(s): Tuesday, June 12

Time(s): 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $25.00

Sewing Level: Beginner

Description: Grab a jelly roll, charm pack, or your scrap basket. Toss in a theme fabric and you’re ready for sewing fun! This pattern uses a super easy technique that makes this scrappy quilt incredibly fast. Students must provide their own sewing machine in good working order as well as basic sewing supplies. The pattern and fabrics should be purchased prior to class.

Simple Curves Sunshine Quilt

Teacher: Carol

Date(s): Thursdays - June 14, 21, 28

Time(s): 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $60.00

Description: In this class you will be using the Simple Curves ruler. There are simple curve seams, but with a few tricks - these blocks are mostly made up with straight seams. You will need to either purchase a kit, or you can select your own fabric and purchase a pattern and the ruler.

4th of July Spicy Spiral Table Runner (or holiday of your choice)

Teacher: Carol Laske

Date(s): Monday, June 18

Time(s): 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $25.00

Sewing Level: Confident Beginner

Description: With a little preparation before the class, you will leave with a completed table runner top! This project will "Spice-up" any table. Once you make one, you won't be able to stop! You will learn how-to the unique 10 degree ruler for a fun and easy project. Preparation requires cutting fabric and sewing strips together. Supply list will be given at registration. Table runner measures approximately 25" x 42".

Mini Wedge Class

Teacher: Andrea N.

Date(s): Tuesday, June 19

Time(s): 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $25.00

Sewing Level: Confident Beginner

Description: Have you seen all of the fantastic samples in our store made with the 10 Degree Wedge Ruler? This class is a great way to learn how to use these fantastic tools, but with minimal investment. In this class you will learn how to use the Mini 10 Degree Wedge Ruler to make a smaller circle table topper or even a round floor pillow. This is truly a great project to wow sewers and nonsewers alike! It looks way more complicated than it is. This class is appropriate for confident beginners who have sewn a project or two as well as expert sewers and anyone is between. Students must provide their own sewing machine and basic sewing supplies as well as purchase a Mini Wedge 10 Degree ruler and fabrics prior to class.

3-D Mariners Compass

Date(s): Wednesday, June 27

Time(s): 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $25.00

Sewing Level: Beginner

Description: Sew 32 fabric wedges with folded inserts for a three dimensional Mariner's Compass block. NO SET IN POINTS! The wedge and insert tool are included with the pattern. It will make either a 19" circle; or 20" block. You will have a block done by the end of class!

Tumbling Stone

Teacher: Carol

Date(s): Mondays - July 9 and 16

Time(s): 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $45.00

Description: This quilt is made with a pattern from Grizzly Gulch Patterns called One for the Money. This pattern has made flying geese squares remarkably easy. You will learn easy piecing and tips on how to cut length of fabric borders - quick and easy. You will need to either purchase a kit or select your own fabric and purchase a pattern.

Introduction to Machine Quilting

Teacher: Andrea N.

Date(s): Mondays - July 9, 16, and 23

Time(s): 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $65.00

Sewing Level: Intermediate (should have pieced several quilts and be comfortable with your sewing machine)

Description: Okay, so you really can quilt those quilts yourself, no really! This class will offer you an introduction to the world of machine quilting, and take the fear out of finishing your quilts. Topics covered in class include batting selection, basting, thread and needle selection, straight line quilting, using stencils, marking tools, and a brief introduction to free motion quilting. Also covered will be using a walking foot and darning foot, so those will be required tools for the class. This class is appropriate for anyone who is a "piecer" and would like to become a "quilter". Students must purchase "Machine Quilting Made Easy" prior to class and also must bring a sewing machine in good working order along with basic sewing supplies.

Paper Piecing

Teacher: Kathy Groves

Date(s): Tuesday, May 29

Time(s): 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (bring a sack lunch)

Cost: $35.00

Sewing Level: Confident Beginner

Description: What a beautiful way to learn the art of paper piecing. Students will select three blocks from the nine shown here. Included in the class will be the patterns ready to be pieced. Students will need to bring fabric and basic sewing supplies, a sewing machine.

Weekender Bag

Teacher: Laura Witt (designer of the bag pattern)

Date(s): Wednesdays - June 13 and 20

Time(s): 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Cost: $50.00

Sewing Level: Any

Description: This duffel is a "must have" for any traveler and makes a very classy gift for any occasion. There are 7 pockets in all, including a zippered pocket on the inside. It has padded handles, an optional shoulder strap, and a top zipper. This size or the smaller "Sleepover" size can be made in the same class. Class will be taught by the pattern designer, Laura Witt. She will show you the tips and tricks to create this bag in either of two sizes. Everyone finishes their bag! Requirements for class - all pieces must be cut and fused before class time. Additional instructions will be given at time of registering. Also bring sewing machine and basic sewing supplies.