Posts Tagged ‘Weekdays’

4D/5D Embroidery Software with Dona

OK. You have the embroidery machine (or are seriously thinking of getting it). You have 4D or 5D Embroidery Software (or are seriously thinking of getting it). You’re ready to get into your embroideries and you sit there looking at the machine (or brochure) and wonder “Where do I start?”. Learning the software basics is a great place to start. Once you master the basics you will get so much more out of your machine and you will get the versatility you are looking for. Bring your laptops and join us to really learn how to make the most of your investment!

Time: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Dates: Jan. 30, Feb. 27, Mar. 26
Level: Beginner

Bodacious Bag with Barb

Quilted bags are all the rage right now, and this high-fashion offering designed by Carol Ingram of Sulky will give Vera Wang a run for her money! Featuring a stylish 3D folded flower, braided fabric handles and inside pockets, you’ll want to make a dozen more!

Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dates: Mar. 9, Mar. 23
Level: Beginner

Fun’n Done with Nicole

You can choose any one of the Fun’ n Done series of patterns to create your own quilt as you go masterpiece! The quilting is completed while you construct each block. Sew the blocks together, and you’re done! Now that’s fun!

Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Dates: Feb. 8, Feb. 22, Mar. 7
Level: Beginner

Hunter’s Star Runner with Nicole

Have you seen the latest ruler? The Rapid Fire Hunter’s Star Ruler by Deb Tucker allows you to construct the pesky Hunter’s Star block without any of those nasty inset Y seams! Nicole will show you how to make a beautiful runner – it’s sure to be a ruler you’ll use again and again!

Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dates: Feb. 15, Feb. 29
Cost: includes ruler
Level: Beginner

Intermediate Knitting/ Refresher with Suzanne

Has it been a while since you’ve picked up that knitting project? Afraid you’ve forgotten everything you once knew? Join Suzanne to refresh your skills – techniques like increasing and decreasing, sleeve construction, picking up stitches and professional seaming. Maybe you have another specific issue you’d like help with? No problem – bring it along and she’ll help you through it!

Time: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Dates: Feb. 8, Feb. 22, Mar. 7
Level: Some knitting experience

Knitting for Beginners with Suzanne

Let Suzanne take the mystery out of knitting for you! You’ll learn the basic knitting stitches (knitting and purling), including how to cast on and cast off. You’ll be making a lovely hat on two needles – you can decide whether it’s a man’s, ladies or children’s hat. This class is designed for those with absolutely no knitting experience so don’t be afraid – we’ll have you on the road to knitting in no time!

Time: 9:30 – 12:30 pm
Dates: Feb. 7, Feb. 21, Mar. 6
Cost includes pattern
Level: Beginner

Learn To Quilt with Barb

Have you always wanted to learn how to make a quilt top – we’ll take all the mystery out of it for you in this series of classes. You’ll learn all the basic techniques including rotary cutting and accurate piecing, and you’ll finish a beautiful quilt top. We’ll also give you tips on quilting your top yourself. This lovely lap quilt will teach you all that you need to go on to do your next project all on your own.

Please note that some sewing at home will be necessary to make sure we finish this project!

Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Date: Feb. 9, Feb. 16, Mar. 1, Mar. 22, Mar. 29, Apr. 5
Cost: includes pattern
Level: Beginner

Machine Appliqué with Barb

We’ll learn about both finished and raw-edge appliqué techniques, play with various threads for embellishment and discover different ways of finishing your raw edges. Perfect for getting ready for that first McKenna Ryan project that you’ve always wanted to start!

Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Date: Feb. 24
Level: Beginner

Pfaff Club with Dona

I know, I know….you are now the proud owner of a Pfaff sewing or sewing/embroidery machine. You’ve promised yourself to try all the features, stitches, feet, etc. that come with your machine. Join this class once a month and we will take you through a variety of topics from the very basics to a more advanced level. Each class is designed to allow plenty of time for practising a new foot, feature or technique as well as time to ask questions, make note of helpful hints and explore topics you would like to know more about. You will go home with the knowledge and confidence to get the most out of your machine while meeting other quilter/sewers. A relaxed atmosphere is the order of the day…..there won’t be a test!!!!

Time: 9:30 – 12:00 pm
Dates: Jan. 31, Feb. 28, Mar. 27
Level: Beginner

Quilt-As-You-Go Table Runner with Penny

This is another great technique to add to your toolkit. Learn this fabulous time-saving technique to piece and quilt in one easy step! Use pre-cut strips, your go cutter or cut your own fabric. We guarantee your runner will be finished by the end of this course!

Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Dates: Feb. 28, Mar. 13, Mar. 20
Cost includes pattern
Level: Beginner