Classes
Class Details
- $45 per student per session for 1 student (that is, a private class) or
- $22.50 per student per session for 2 students or
- $15 per student per session for 3 or more students
If you have a specific project you need assistance with, let us know. We will pair you with the appropriate staff member to assist you with your project and schedule a class just for you so you can get guaranteed individual attention. There is a per hour charge for this that will depend on the project you need assistance with. We will set the per hour charge for your project when you sign up. The charge will depend on how much help you will need, how complicated the project is, etc...
Group List
Bring whatever supplies you will need for your project. Our classroom is stocked with a selection of basic rulers, a cutting mat, rotary cutter, and iron for you to use. We also have a large design wall if you need to stand back from your project to see your layout better. You can bring your lunch or a snack too! We have a small refrigerator, a microwave, and coffee pot to keep you going.
You do need to sign up ahead of time to reserve your seat. No instruction will be provided. If you need help with your project, give us a call so we can set up a class for you.
Class List
Bargello (1 session, or more if you need it): The photo below shows an example of a Bargello quilt. We have a couple different books with a variety of different Bargello patterns. The technique is the same for all patterns so we will help you with whatever Bargello pattern you want to make.
Basic Hand Embroidery (1 session): Learn the joys of hand stitching while making a small project. We have several kits to choose from as well as several books with small projects appropriate for a beginner to start with. The photo below shows one example of what you can make in this class.
Basic Landscape (1 session): Want to learn how to make a basic landscape that you can then add whatever details you want to personalize your project? We have a great class for you then. Below are two photos, the first shows a basic landscape and the second shows one option for personalizing your landscape.
Basic Tote Bag - (1 session): In this class you will learn how to make handles, box the bottom and line a bag. With this knowledge you can make quite a few different bags. Pattern included free as part of this class.
Basic Zipper Bag - (1 session): Let Lynn teach you how easy it is to put a zipper in a basic bag. Really! This is much easier than putting a zipper in clothing. There are quite a few tips and tricks that once you learn them you won't shy away from zippers again.
Beading - (1 session): Learn the basics of hand beading. The project is small so you can get the idea without a huge investment in time or money. The photo shows one example of the projects we have done with this class. We have also done ornaments.
Beginner Sewing - (1 session): Want to learn to sew but not ready to make a quilt? Then this is the class for you. We have three projects for you to choose from: a pillowcase, an apron, or a 10-Minute Table Runner. (Note: "10-Minute Table Runner" is just the name of the pattern. It does take longer than 10 minutes to make, especially for a beginner.) The focus on the class is basic sewing skills such as, accurate and safe cutting, sewing a straight line, and pressing basics. One session per project. Kit required.
English Paper Piecing - (1 session): Learn the traditional art of English paper piecing. This is a hand-sewing technique that uses paper templates. There are many shapes and sizes of templates. You can pick any shape/size of template for the class and we will teach you the technique which can then be transferred to any other English paper piecing project.
Exploding Heart - (1 session): This fun pattern makes a stunning finished quilt! Beginner friendly. The pattern makes a 72" by 72" finished size quilt, but this pattern is very easy to resize. The quilt shown finishes at 36" by 36". Could easily make a 108" by 108" (king size) quilt too. Pattern required.
Finishing School - (1 session): (No photo for this course as it is a technique class, not a project class) In this class you will learn the basics of how to finish your quilt with binding, a label and a hanging sleeve. Ideally, you will bring a finished quilt that needs binding and learn how to attach the binding during the class. We can teach you how to attach the binding completely by machine or a combination of hand and machine sewing - your choice.
Four Corners Apron - (1 session): Pattern Required Learn to make this stylish apron. Beginner Friendly project.
Four Patch Posey - (1 session): A fun project perfect for beginners as well as more advance stitchers. The class project requires just two fabrics - one "busy" print for the center and borders and one "plain" print for the inner border and binding. Fabric amounts vary depending on the repeat of the "busy" print and how big you want to make it. Part of the class is choosing an appropriate "busy" print. Pattern included free as part of this class.
Freelancer - (1 session): This is a fun project for the intermediate to advance quilter looking for a challenge! The Wedge Star ruler makes this stunning project achievable without paper piecing. The ruler will make blocks in 22 sizes, from 3" finished (top quilt in photo) to 24" finished. Tools Required: Wedge Star Ruler. Pattern is included with the ruler. Level: Intermediate to advanced quilter.
Free Motion Quilting - (1 session): (No photo for this course as it is a technique class, not a project class) Learn the basics of free motion quilting. We will start where you need us to - at the very beginning by covering batting, basting, threads, needles, etc... or jump straight to designs.
Hand Embroidered Towel - (1 session): Take a minute to slow down a bit and learn to embroider by hand. Embroidered towels are a classic project. Perfect for beginners as well as more advanced stitchers. Kit Required: Prices vary depending on the specific kit.
Hand Piecing - (1 session): Learn the joys of sewing two pieces of fabric together by hand. The project is simple but the technique can be applied to almost anything. Beginner Friendly.
Hand Quilting - (1 session): Learn the joys of quilting by hand. Kit required (includes fabric (top and backing), batting, thread and a needle). Beginner Friendly.
Hawaiian Applique - (1 session): Learn the basics of Hawaiian Applique while making this gorgeous block. We turned ours into a pillow. But you could make more blocks and turn them into a table runner or quilt. No machine is required for this class as the applique is all done by hand. Our sample is hand quilted as well.
Hello Pouch - (1 session): This fun little bag can be made in multiple sizes, size medium is shown in the photo. Learn how fun it can be to sew with vinyl. Learn a slick method for putting a zipper into a bag and go home with a finished bag you can use right away. Pattern required.
Improvisational (Improv) Piecing - (1 session): This course will cover various techniques of improvisational piecing while making a traditional block - the log cabin block. Some of the topics included will be elements of design and color, free-form straight piecing, free-form curved piecing, and inset piecing. No two projects ever turn out the same! You can make something small as we did for our sample (it finishes at 16" by 16" and would make a great pillow cover or small wall hanging) or keep adding more blocks to make a larger project.
Jelly Roll Rug - (1 session but a second can be scheduled if necessary to finish): Pattern Required. There are several patterns to choose from and we can teach you any pattern you choose. The original Jelly Roll Rug is shown in the photo.
Kitchen Items :: Oven Mitt, Trivet/Pot Holder (1 session): Beat the heat with your own designer silicone trivet/pot holder or oven mitt. Pattern Required: Hot Stuff Oven Mitt and/or Hot Stuff Trivet & Pot Holder. Pattern includes one silicon overlay for the project. Then you can purchase just the silicone overlays without the pattern to make more. You can make either project in the class - your choice. Both are shown below: Oven Mitt (1st photo below); Trivet/Pot Holder (2nd photo below).
Kitchen Scarf (1 session): Do you find that your towel is always on the other side of the kitchen from where you need it? Then you need a kitchen scarf! Pattern required: Kitchen Scarf ($3.99). You can use our toweling by the yard (3/4 yard) or you can use pre-made towels/washcloths. In addition to the toweling you will need a little fabric.
London City Bag (1 session): This stylish bag is fun to make. It has 3 outside pockets and 4 inside pockets with a zipper top closure. Finished size is 12" by 9" by 2" deep. Pattern Required.
Machine Applique (1 session): Love the look of needle-turn applique but don't enjoy handwork? Learn how to get the same look by machine! We can also teach you how to do fusible applique. Both are machine finished techniques.
Maui Glam Bag - (1 session): This fairly simple bag is great for beginner bag makers. You will learn how to put in a zipper and how to attach a D-ring with swivel clip on the handle. Pattern required for the class. Intermediate Level bag maker.
Paper Piecing (1 session): Learn this versatile and fun piecing technique. We can teach you how to do this the traditional way in which you sew through the paper. This is the best technique for beginners to learn. Or we can teach you a more modern method in which you use freezer paper and do not sew through the paper. The block shown below is the project no matter which method you choose to learn.
Piecing 101 (2 sessions): This is our newest Beginning Quilt Making class. In this class you will learn how to properly and safely cut fabric using a rotary cutter. You will learn how to sew an accurate 1/4" seam allowance, how to make half-square triangle units, flying geese units and how to properly add borders to your project. Kit required.
To learn how to quilt and finish your project you will need to take Quilting 101 and then Finishing School.
Quilting 101 - (1 session or more as needed): This class is intended to serve as the next class after taking Piecing 101. In this class you will learn how to simply quilt your project from Piecing 101 with a machine and walking foot. One session. Completion of Piecing 101 is required. NOTE: this class does not include Free-Motion Quilting. If you want to learn Free-Motion Quilting take our Free-Motion Quilting class instead.
Raggy Row - (1 session): This is a great beginner project! Very forgiving if you aren't a perfect sewist yet. Kit required and if you don't like any of the ones we have made up we would be happy to make a custom kit for you (a few days notice is required for this though).
Ruler Quilting Basics - (1 session): In this class you will learn how to do ruler quilting using ONE ruler. You will learn several designs that you can make with just this one ruler. You must have a sewing machine, a ruler foot and the Westalee 12” Arc/Straight ruler. When you sign up for the class be sure to tell us the make and model of your machine so we can order the correct ruler foot and templates for your machine, if you don’t already have them. It does take several weeks for orders to arrive so be sure to sign up far enough in advance that we have time to order what you will need. Other things you may want are: an acrylic Sew Steady table for your machine (a flat surface is very important for this technique), marking pencils/pens, crosshair grid (12.5" recommended but any size is good), spacing gauge.
Self-Binding Blanket - (1 session): Learn how to make this fun baby blanket. Most folks can finish the project during the class. Kit Required, but we can make you a custom kit if you don't like any that we already have made up.
Stella Bag & Wallet - (1 session): Make this fun bag and wallet set. The bag has pockets on the inside that are customizable and a zipper top closure. The wallet has multiple pockets inside for credit cards, a zipper pocket for change and a place for bills. It has a magnetic snap closure. Pattern Required: Stella Bag and Wallet
Wagon Wheel - (2 sessions): You will learn to use a 10° wedge ruler to create the block. You will need 2 contrasting fabrics for the wedges. Then you will learn how to audition the other fabrics to complete the block. Class is for the confident beginner who can sew an accurate ¼” seam allowance. You will make one block in class. Book required: Wedge Quilt Workshop. Ruler Required: 10° wedge ruler
Westalee Template Quilting - class fee $125 {if you pay for all five sessions at once} or $30 per session (5 sessions): In this class you will learn the basics of quilting using Westalee Templates. You must have a sewing machine, a ruler foot and the Sampler Set #1 and the Arc-Straight templates. When you sign up for the class be sure to tell us the make and model of your machine so we can order the correct ruler foot and templates for your machine. It does take several weeks for orders to arrive so be sure to sign up far enough in advance that we have time to order what you will need. Other things you may want are: an acrylic Sew Steady table for your machine (a flat surface is very important for this technique), marking pencils/pens, crosshair grid (12.5" recommended but any size is good), spacing gauge.
