Classes
NEW! How to sign up for classes: You may now sign up for our classes online and use Paypal for immediate online payment. The advantage of using Paypal is that you are revealing your credit card number only to Paypal, which is a highly secure internet payment service. We can now accept all credit card types for web payments. You may still pay by phone or in the store if you prefer. Please note that if a class has no fee, or if the start date has passed, there will not be a "Sign Up Now" button for it. However, you may still register online for a no-charge class by sending us an email. If you click on "Find out more" and see no dates listed for a class, this is because the class has already occurred. After you register for a class, you will be sent a confirmation email that includes the supply list.
What if a class is already full? You will be notified by email and placed on the waiting list. If a spot opens up we will call or email you. If you do not get in to the class and have paid, we will give you a full refund.
What if I sign up and pay, then need to cancel? We make a commitment to our teachers one week before the class. If you need to cancel and give us 7 days or more notice before the start of the class, you will be given a full refund. We will apply a store credit in your name, unless you specifically request otherwise. The same policy applies if we need to cancel due to low enrollment. We normally make this decision one week prior to the class.
We have lots of new classes and some popular repeats for the next three months. Look over the list carefully. Be sure to sign up soon, as some of our classes fill quickly. We don't want you to be disappointed. If there is a class you are looking for that is not on this schedule, let us know. We will try to schedule it if there are 4-5 people interested. This is a good way to get your friends together for a day or evening out.
BEGINNERS / BASICS
No quilting experience is necessary except as noted. Machine quilting classes require that you own a portable sewing machine that you will bring to class. Your machine should be in good working order and you should be familiar with your own machine’s features.
ON-GOING GROUPS AND CLASSES
Basic quilting experience required. Please know your sewing machine. It should be in good working condition. Please call ahead even for classes that have no fee. We need to know how many students are coming and there may be a supply list. Please let us know if you would like to be on a group email list.
MACHINE PIECING AND QUILTING
Basic quilting experience required. Please know your sewing machine. It should be in good working condition. Bring your manual. All supplies should be gathered prior to the day of class. We will be glad to help.
Beautiful Bindings
Learn to finish your quilts neatly and professionally with a continuous double–fold binding.
(1 session)
Karen West
Beginning Sewing I
This three-part class will introduce you to your machine (any model) and get you going on two projects to help build your sewing skills. (3 sessions)
Eileen Hogan
Beginning Sewing II
(aka, not quite ready to leave the nest!) If you took beginning sewing and would love to continue to make more great projects out of Amy Butler's book with guidance, this is the class for you. We will work on two more projects out of this book as you build more sewing confidence.
Prerequisite: Beginning Sewing I. (3 sessions)
Eileen Hogan
Garment Fitting
This class will cover the basics in understanding commercial patterns and how to choose size based on your own measurements with a focus on the lower half. Students will learn construction techniques, including interlining, seam finishes, zipper application, facing and hemming, while making a gore skirt. Pre-requisite: Beginners Sewing class or basic command of sewing machine use. (6 sessions)
Eileen Hogan
Hand Quilting-AM
Learn the basic quilting stitch and how to quilt in all directions on a large frame or in a hoop. Includes lots of tips from a quilter who sometimes quilts 8-10 hours a day. Bring your thimble.
(1 session)
Sarah Porreca
Choice of either day or evening classes.
Hand Quilting-PM
Learn the basic quilting stitch and how to quilt in all directions
on a large frame or in a hoop. Includes lots of tips from a quilter who
sometimes quilts 8-10 hours a day. Bring your thimble.
(1 session)
Sarah Porreca
Choice of either day or evening classes. Sign up here for the evening class.
Quilt School I by Machine
Learn to make a small quilt or wall-hanging from start to finish. This class is designed to introduce you to the techniques used to make beautiful quilts quickly and accurately. You will learn rotary cutting, piecing, applying borders, basting, simple machine quilting, and binding. Sewing machine and basic machine sewing skills are required. (4 sessions)
Karen West
Choice of either day or evening classes
Quilt School II by Machine
Build on the new skills you learned in QS I by taking this class specially designed to take you through the entire quilt making process again from start to finish. This lap size quilt involves slightly more intricate rotary cutting and piecing, using triangles and 9-patches. Prerequisite: Quilt School I (taken recently) (4 sessions)
Diane Donovan
Tween Sewing and Fiber Arts Camp
Spend a week learning to quilt and knit in this combo camp. The morning will be spent in Thimble Pleasures and the afternoon at Yarns, Etc. Students will make pajama pants, pillowcases, and throw pillows. Each student will receive a a new Bernette Sewing Machine. Ages 10-13. (5 sessions)
Kristy Taylor
Both camps are FULL! Please email us if you would like to be added to the wait list.
Embroider-it Friday
Experienced and newbie embroiders come stitch together for an evening and see what everyone else is working on. We will order pizza and socialize while our machines do the work! (on-going once a month)
Stephanie Pennington-Grant and Karen West
Fee per month
Finish-It Friday
Bring in those unfinished projects, and we’ll provide dinner, a knowledgeable teacher and five hours to get them done! If you would like to join us, but don’t have a project going, Celeste will help you get started on a great quilt. (on-going monthly)
Celeste Lestienne
Fee per month
Quilters Anonymous
This is our on-going support group for all who are addicted to quilting. Bring a project you have been working on and just can’t finish, or something new that you’ve been anxious to start. Meet new people, make new friends, laugh and have good old fashioned fun. Entertainment provided. (on-going weekly)
Diane Donovan
$50 per month or $20 per session
This group is now FULL!
Stitch Lounge
This is open studio time to work on your projects in our classroom. Use our machines or bring your own. Food, drinks, and iPods are welcome. The store will be open if you need supplies. First Sunday of each month.
No instruction. Staff is available for questions.
Fee per session.
3-D Fabric Vase
Ever thought of making a 3-D shape with fabric? That's what we'll do using small-scale, pieced sections of fabric quilted to a heavy weight stabilizer. Then we will applique and embellish these sides before joining them together to create a standing vase. Wow! What fun, what possibilities! (3 sessions)
Addison Paige
Free-Motion Quilting
This series of classes is intended to teach you how to machine quilt using free-motion. You will learn to enhance the surface of your quilt with or without the use of a pattern. Information on use of various threads and marking methods will be included.
(3 sessions)
Stephanie Pennington-Grant and Celeste Lestienne
French Braid
A quick and easy quilt to sew with dramatic results and endless variations. Be sure to come by the store to see our gorgeous sample. (3 sessions)
Stephanie Pennington-Grant
Improvisational Art Quilts
You will design and create as you go! We will start by selecting a group of 10 or more fabrics that work together color-wise, but vary in print scale and tone to create a lively and interesting combination. You will piece together your fabrics in a seemingly random and fun manner but that will come together in a cohesive wall quilt. We will also cover some different quilting techniques as well as ways to embellish and finish your project. See more of Addison's work at her website: www.paigestudio35.com
(3 sessions)
Addison Paige
Margarita
Grab your scraps, add a background and choose an accent to build a quilt that looks like layer upon layer of blocks. (1 session)
Sarah Porreca
Melons
This classic curved block is made easy by using rotary cut templates. This a block that has endless design possibilities once you know how to piece it. (2 sessions)
Stephanie Pennington-Grant
Moon in the Window
Do you have a collection of Asian fabrics? Use those fabrics that you have been collecting or want to collect and sew together this stunning quilt made from simple curved piecing. The sewing is easy but the result is sophisticated. (3 sessions)
Stephanie Pennington-Grant
Ohio Star
This is great fun and is one of those designs that has dozens of different layouts to create unique and visually interesting wall quilts. Easy and appropriate for all levels. We have not offered this in years, so don't miss this one! (1 session)
Sarah Porreca
Raggedy Edge Couch Throw
Break all the rules you have just learned and throw this one together using a quick quilt-as-you-go method and all raw edges. Results in a very cuddly quilt. (1 session)
Karen West
Scrappy Backgammon
A fun way to represent the classic game. Choose your colors and have fun “playing” with this quilt. (1 session)
Sarah Porreca
Serenity
Are you a strip piecer? Make this easy quilt with Jelly Rolls or from 2-1/2” strips of your own choosing. (2 sessions)
Please note this class is being offered as a 2-session class on Fridays OR as a one-session Saturday class.
Jean Wright
Stack 'n Whack Stars
We keep offering it and it keeps filling up, so come and experience the magic. You will look at fabric in a whole new way after making this quilt. And most people can’t make just one. (1 session)
Sarah Porreca
Still Life with Fabric
You have long been admiring Susan’s delightful still-life scenes in fabric. Now she will share her process with you and get you started on a whole new and easy style of quilting. You will have fun using lots of scraps and combining interesting prints and lively colors. (1 session)
Susan Powell
Choice of day available.
Working my Way Around
Take your quilting skills to a whole new level with this 6 week series. You will learn many different ways to add beautiful borders. This is a bed size quilt that will become a family heirloom. (6 sessions)
Jean Wright
Fusible Fabric Boxes
These fast, fun, no-sew boxes have a variety of uses. They can hold threads, notions, office supplies, jewelry, business cards, etc. (1 session)
Karen West
Mini Duffle Bag
If you like to organize your stuff, you will love these little zipper pouches. Quick, extremely easy, and re-sizeable, they make excellent and inexpensive stuff-able gifts. (1 session)
Karen West
Professional Tote
Laura has designed this wonderful tote bag with lots of pockets for all your gadgets. It’s not just for the “professional.” (1 session)
Laura Martell
Quick Pack
This simple drawstring backpack is similar to the ones that kids (and adults) love to carry. They are very lightweight and fast to make. They are neatly finished and would make a perfect gift. You will learn to add decorative covered cording and to install grommets. (1 session)
Karen West
Electric Quilt 6 Basics
EQ6 is a powerful software program that allows you to see your quilts on screen before you make them. If you are already an EQ5 user the upgrade to Version 6 is available now. If you are new to EQ this series will help you get started and get the most out of a great tool for all quilters. Software required and laptop. (3 sessions)
Karen West
Artista Software Mastery
Open to all Bernina Software owners of Editor, Auto Designer and Designer Plus. This series of training classes is designed to help you feel more comfortable using your embroidery design software for altering, creating and digitizing your designs. Laptops or PC’s are required. Sewing machines not needed in class. (4 sessions)
Jane Stein
Bernina Machine Mastery
This is a series of classes offered to Bernina owners that are on-going and will help you become more familiar and comfortable using your new machine. Please note that session #1 is repeated the first week of each month. There is no charge if you purchased your machine in our store, but please be sure to sign up! (4-8 sessions)
Helen Chandler or Celeste Lestienne
Choice of either day or evening classes
Embroidery Mastery
Open to all Bernina embroidery module owners! A one day class to learn how to set up your machine to embroider. Includes preparing your design, hooping, stabilizers, threads and stitching-out. There is no charge if you purchased your machine in our store, but please be sure to sign up! You may sign up by email. (3 sessions)
Stephanie Pennington-Grant
Serger Mastery
For all new Bernina Serger owners. Learn to thread and use your new serger. There is no charge if you purchased your machine in our store, but please be sure to sign up! (5 sessions)
Eileen Hogan