Class Schedule

Winter 2010
Class Schedule

Quilt Basics
A beginner workshop to learn the basic of rotary cutting & sewing a 1/4" seam. This class is a prerequisite to our quilting classes unless you are already familiar with these techniques.
You may borrow the shop's equipment (rotary cutter, mat & ruler) FREE of CHARGE for this class if you do not own it already. This is your chance to try quilting with out the investment! With Cheryl.

Wednesday January 13 10am-12:30pm
Thursday January 14 6:30-9pm
Fee: $15 each plus materials

Beginning Quiltmaking #1
A five week sampler series - the perfect follow up to Quilt Basics. You will learn different piecing techniques, add sashing & borders, baste your quilt together and apply binding. With Cheryl.
Wednesdays January 20, 27, February 10, 17, 24 10am-1pm
Thursdays January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18 6-9pm
Fee: $75 each plus materials

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Finishing Workshops (Open Quilting)
Now's the time to take care of your unfinished quilt projects!!! Nothing to finish???
You may bring a new project instead!!!
Cheryl will help you through the process of finishing (or starting!). Please bring your notes/book for your project to class.

Thursday January 7 6-9pm Fee: $15
Saturday January 9 10am-1pm Fee: $15
Saturday January 9 2-5pm Fee: $15
Saturday February 27 10am-1pm Fee: $15
Saturday February 27 2-5pm Fee: $15
Friday March 26 5-10pm Fee: $25

Quilting Techniques Workshop
In this workshop, Cheryl will cover several techniques - machine quilting, borders & binding & paper piecing. You choose the one to work on during the class. Let us know your choice at registration.

Sunday January 17 1-4pm
Thursday February 25 6-9pm
Fee: $20 each plus materials

Spinning Stars
Back by popular demand!!
Using log cabin blocks, you can create the spinning effect. This can be made as a wall hanging or quilt.
We've divided the class into 2 sections. #1 will cover making the log cabin blocks & strip units. #2 will cut the blocks, piece them together & add the background pieces. It is not required that you take #1 as long as you come to #2 class with that work completed.
With Cheryl.

If you are interested in this class, please let us know.
#1:
Fee: $15 each plus materials & pattern
#2:
Fee: $40 plus materials & pattern (includes lunch)

Raggie Quilt
Join Cheryl for this ever popular quilt. Using flannels & leaving the edge raw makes this quilt extra snuggly.
If you are interested in this class, please let us know.
Fee: $35 plus materials (includes pizza)

Windows on the East Wall Hanging
This variation of the attic windows design uses a center panel. Absolutely stunning! It's a bit tricky so we've presented the class in 2 sections. #1 is optional as long as you have completed the required work for #2. A kit is also available.
With Cheryl.

This fabric is being reprinted in a new color combination - reds & golds.
After it is received, we'll schedule this class again.

#1:
Fee: $15 plus materials & pattern
#2:
Fee: $40 plus materials & pattern (includes lunch

Choose Your Bag
If you missed any of our bag classes, here's your chance! You may choose from any of the following fabric bags: Bow Tucks Toe (regular or mini), Chubby Charmer, Weekender Tote, Open City Tote or the Claire Bag. With Cheryl.

Saturday January 16 10am-5pm
Fee: $40 plus materials plus pattern (includes lunch)

Easy Striped Table Runner
Using a 60° ruler and a stripe fabric, you can create this stunning table runner. With Cheryl.

Saturday February 6 10am-4pm
Fee: $35 plus materials plus pattern (includes lunch)

Patchwork Sweatshirt
Join Cheryl for another one of her unique designs using a purchased sweatshirt. You may choose from either design.

Sundays February 7, 21 12:30-4:30pm
Fee: $40 plus materials

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Grommet Slouch Bag
Fabric bags are all the rage. This one uses large grommets for a very trendy look.
With Cheryl.

Saturday January 2 10am-4:30pm
Fee: $35 plus materials plus pattern
(includes lunch)

Bargello Wall Hanging
Watch the colors twist and weave in this quilt! It's a bit complicated but Cheryl will keep you organized.
Monday February 8 6-9pm and Saturday February 20 10am-5pm
Fee: $55 plus materials plus book
(includes lunch on Saturday)

Masquerade Quilt
Using a few Drunkard's Path blocks, you can create this stunning quilt. It's a great way to try Drunkard's Path without being overwhelmed. With Cheryl.

Tuesdays February 9, 23 6-9pm
Fee: $30 plus materials plus pattern

Joan's Class
Join Joan for a fun project. This is usually her own design so you won't want to miss it!
Saturday March 13 10am-4pm
Fee: $35 plus materials
(includes lunch)

Blended Borders Quilt
An interesting way to use large scale prints & unusual border techniques. With Cheryl.
Monday March 15 6-9pm and Saturday March 27 10am-5pm
Fee: $55 plus materials plus book
(includes lunch on Saturday)

Bamboo Quilt
Asian fabrics work great in this quilt but you can use other styles as well. With Cheryl.
Tuesdays March 2, 9 6-9pm
Fee: $30 plus materials plus pattern

Stars in the Garden Quilt
This is an intermediate level quilt using lots of star blocks. With Cheryl.
Thursdays March 4, 11, 25 6-9pm
Fee: $45 plus materials

Stained Glass Wall Hanging
This technique uses raw edge fabric (not bias tape) for a stained glass window effect. With Cheryl.
Saturday March 6 10am-5pm
Fee: $40 plus materials plus pattern
(includes lunch)

Pre-Weekend Class

If you are making the Weaver Fever Quilt on the weekend & would like to have help getting started, join us for this class to layout & sew strip sets. With Cheryl.
Sunday March 7 11am-2pm
Fee: $15

Beginning Sewing for Adults
A real beginner class offered at 2 levels with Eileen. The focus of the class is on garment sewing but with the knowledge gained, you'll be able to also make home decor items & more!

Saturday January 30 10am-5pm
Fee: $40 plus materials (includes lunch)

Beginning Sewing for Kids
For kids ages 8-12 with Eileen.
Level #1 (elastic waist shorts) or Level #2 (fabric bag)
Saturday January 23 10am-3pm
Fee: $25 plus materials (bring a bag lunch)

Open Sewing
Wednesday December 30 10am-3pm (bring a bag lunch)
Fee: $25 each plus materials

Doll Clothes Series
Kids ages 8 & up will make doll clothes using felt to fit the 18" dolls with Eileen. Patterns will be provided.
Some sewing machine experience is suggested.
You may choose the dates to attend - it's not required to take all of the classes.

Fridays January 8, February 5, March 5
4-6pm
Fee: $10 plus materials

Class Policy
Payment is required upon registration. Refunds will be made up to 2 weeks prior to class. After that time credit towards another class will be given if a replacement can be found for your spot. We no longer will "pencil" you in for a class - you need to pay the fee to sign up for a class. We accept Visa & Master Card over the phone or you may mail a check. If we need to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment, refunds will be made.
A 10% discount is given on all regular price class supplies.

Just For You Class

We will be happy to schedule a class you - 3 person minimum.
Contact Eileen to arrange a date & time.

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Clubs & Classes

These series of classes are designed for owners of Pfaff sewing machines and sergers.
You should be familiar with the basic operation of your machine. The new owner's class is a suggested prerequisite.
If you own another brand of machine, you are welcome to join us.
Please bring your manual with you. Fees may differ.

Pfaff Serger Club
Every month, we will make a project using a different technique on your serger. With Eileen.

     4rd Wednesday of the Month
     2-4pm or 6-8pm
      January 27, February 24, March 24

Pfaff owners:
         $30 for all three or $15 each plus materials

Fee: other brand sergers:
$60 for all three or $30 each plus materials

February: Eyeglass Case

Supplies:
1 fat quarter cotton fabric (or 2 fat quarters if you want a contrast lining)
1/4 yard fusible fleece
4 threads to match or coordinate

Regular serger supplies & manual.
Bring scraps to test your stitches.

New Owners Classes
The following classes are available at no charge to those of you who have purchased Pfaff machines from Style Fabrics. Other brands of machines made join us if there is room in the class (fee is $50 each - please bring your manual).

Sewing Machines
Wednesday January 6 6-9pm
Friday January 15 10am-1pm

Sergers
Wednesday February 3 6-9pm

Grand Quilter & Embroidery Machines
At present, we are offering classes for these machines by appointment. Please contact me for a time that is convenient.

Quilting Weekend With Style

Join us for a fun weekend of quilting with friends at the Interlaken Inn in Lakeville, CT. We will arrive on Friday March 19 and stay until Sunday March 21, 2010. Our complete quilting weekend package includes 2 nights accommodations, 2 dinners, 2 lunches, 2 breakfasts, SNACKS and continuous beverage service (bring your own wine!). Cheryl will be teaching for 11 hours total and will offer 2 choices of quilts. We will have access to our quilting room round the clock!

Double occupancy: $429.00 per person
Single Occupancy: $559.00 per person

$50 deposit will hold your spot & may be refunded until October1, 2009.

A further payment schedule & class projects will be announced at a later date.

Class option #1: Weaver Fever

Option #2: Fire Escape

The weekend is completed booked at the present time. We are accepting names on the waiting list.

For more information about the resort: www.interlakeninn.com