Fabrics & Fibers

WINDMILL TABLE TOPPER
You will love how easy Marti Michell's templates make this block go together! Perfect as a table topper or small wallhanging.
Terry Flaherty, instructor
$30 + fabric, machine & tools
One session, Wednesday, March 17, 1-4PM

“SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK” quilt
You've seen it in the shop, now wouldn't you like to see it in your own home? This seemingly complex quilt is actually quite simple, using basic squares and right triangles, with no curves or set-in seams.
Terry Flaherty, teacher
$80 + $12 Judy Martin book + your fabric, ‘machine & tools
Four sessions: Wednesday afternoons, January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 1-4PM

SEWING SKILLS 101
This series of three projects will introduce or review basic skills of machine sewing. They may be taken individually, but the first is required as it will go over how the sewing machine works and what you need to know about needles, threads, stabilizers.
Donna Stalaboin, instructor
$80 + book, fabric and own sewing machine & tools
Four sessions (I. is 3 hrs., IV. meets twice): Thursdays, 1-3 PM (all four sessions, five meetings $75)
I. Prerequisite basics: $30 + own working sewing machine w/manual; (Thursday) Feb. 18 or (Saturday) March 13, 1-4 PM
II. Pillow case: $20 + fabric & ‘machine
III. TBA, depending on class members interest $20 + fabric & ‘machine
IV. Pajama bottoms: $35 + fabric & ‘machine; April 8, 15

QUILTER’S ACADEMY
(for beginners through experienced quilters)
A skill-building course to master the process of quilting, including accurate cutting and piecing, pressing for success, creating an efficient sewing space, collecting fabric, drafting and laying out quilts, and preparing a quilt for finishing. Demonstrations, instruction by the teacher, class discussion, work in the classroom, as well as homework (most of sewing to be done at home) to build four small quilt tops. This class is guaranteed to raise your skill level!
Terry Flaherty, instructor
$160 + $28 required text + own fabrics and ‘machine, etc.; HOMEWORK REQUIRED
Four sessions, Thursdays, March 4, April 1, April 29, May 20, 10 AM (prompt!)-5 PM

NORTH AMERICAN MYSTERY TOUR
Visit exciting destinations without leaving the comfort of our classroom. Create a quilt at each stop along the way. All you need to do is pack your (sewing) bag -- sewing machine, tools and, neutral piecing thread, and the Stitch Tour Company will do the rest. (Next stops TBA)
1st Stop: Minnesota for a Mystery in the North Woods, We'll begin by cutting our pieces, break for lunch and then sew until the mystery is revealed. may . You must make your reservation and buy your ticket by January 16th. We have a limit of 8 passengers on this tour.
Beth Anderson, tour guide
$50 [includes fabric kit-- choose from 3 colorways: Lady Slippers (pinks, lavender, cream), Norway Pine (greens, teals), or Prairie Sunset (reds, gold, purple) and pattern for a 36" by 54" quilt top] + ‘machine & tools. Please bring a potluck dish for our Minnesota Hot Dish Buffet
Sunday, January 24, 11AM -4PM

NECKTIE BAG
Use those old neckties with the great patterns to make a small purse. Add a unique button and you’ve got a one of a kind!
Rita Cloutier, instructor
$20 + 2-4 neckties, preferably silk, coordinated fat quarter, ‘machine & tools
One session: Saturday, 1-3 PM -- Jan. 30 or April 17

“MATTY MOOSE” table runner
Invite a Moose to dinner. This tablerunner is perfect in batiks, so cute with just the right print!
Annie Devin and Marjorie Goodson, instructors
$50 + $9 required pattern + own fabric & sewing machine, etc.
Three sessions: Wednesdays, February 24, March 3, 10; 3:30-6:30 PM

MACHINE QUILTING BASICS
Learn the basic free-motion skills of stippling, meandering and echoing on your regular machine by adding walking and darning feet. Easy to learn and you can finally quilt those unfinished tops!
Terry Flaherty and Cindy White, instructors
$60 + fabric & tools from class preparation list; PREWORK REQUIRED
One session Wednesday, March 10 or Saturday April 10, 10 AM-4 PM

KNITTING & CROCHET
Basic stitches, simple to complex. Learn basics or work through a problem with your own project.
Annie Devin, instructor
$45 (basic material included)
3 sessions: Thursdays, 6-8 PM -- by appointment

JELLY ROLL BAG
Make this happy bag out of a jelly roll pack in only a few hours!
Nancy Rapoport, instructor
$30 + $9 for required pattern + own fabric, machine & tools
One session, Saturday, January 9, 10 AM -1 PM

INTRODUCTION TO FUSIBLE APPLIQUE
If you've always wanted to try a fusible appliqué project, but haven't yet worked up the nerve, this is the class for you! Decorate a cute dish towel while you learn the basics. You will then have the skills for a more detailed project.
Terry Flaherty, teacher.
$20 + $20 for materials kit (includes pre-washed fabric, dish towel, fusible sheet, and pattern). No machine needed, but bring a pair of small, sharp scissors
One session, Thursday, January 21, 4-6 PM

I CAN'T BELIEVE I'M QUILTING
(beginning quilt)
In this 6-session introduction series, complete a couple of small projects and learn the steps of making a quilt without breaking the bank. If you love it, more classes are coming!
Terry Flaherty, teacher.
$80 + $60 materials kit (includes book, all materials for your class projects) + working sewing machine* and manual + tools (borrowed or your own)
Six sessions: Saturdays, January 30, February 6, 13, March 6, 13, 20, 11 AM -1 PM
*If you don’t have a sewing machine, do not go out and buy one--talk to Beth first!

"CUT IT OUT" BAG
This quilted bag with grommets, inside pockets and a great fabric folding detail is fabulous! Make one with the pattern designer herself in this one day workshop.
Donna Stalaboin, instructor
$55 + $18 for required pattern & template, own fabric & sewing machine* , etc.;
PREWORK REQUIRED!
One day workshop, Thursday, February 4, 9AM-5PM

FOUR HARNESS WEAVING
An introduction or review to the four harness floor loom, this series ( by project) will cover plain, twill and pattern weaving in cotton and other yarns. Some knowledge is desirable but not required. STUDIO TIME is required to weave in between lessons.
Regina Corrigan, instructor
Three-four sessions each project: Tuesdays, 9:30 AM-12:30 PM
I. Plain & twill table runner: $60 + $15 materials; Feb. 9, 16, 23
II. Patterned table runner: $60 + $25 materials; March 9, 16,23
III. Self choice project, using two shuttles $75 + choice of yarns (payable to instr.); April 6, 13, 20, 27

BLOCK OF THE MONTH QUILT
Piece and/or applique a different block for nine different months. Use the tenth month to put it together. Lots of techniques and lots of encouragement!
Louise Jordan, instructor
$18 each session or $75 for 5 sessions + own fabric, ‘machine & tools (supply list available); HOMEWORK REQ.
Ten sessions: 2nd Wednesdays, February though November, 6:30-8:30PM

ABBEY BAG
A pin cushion and a scrap bag all together in an adorable flower. Cute was never so practical -- it even has a pocket to store your snippers. All made in a couple of hours!
Terry Flaherty, instructor
$30 + $9 required pattern, 3 fat quarters, a charm pack + ‘machine & tools
One session: Wednesday, April 14, 1-4PM

Party Plan

Tupperware is handy, Pampered Chef is clever, candles and scrapbooking are fun, but wouldn't you like to do something a little different for your next Girl's Night? With 2-3 weeks notice we can plan a crafty get-together for four - eight guests (maybe more) with a project designed just for your group. You could sew a tote, weave a basket, or make some great beads. You could plan a baby shower and make a quilt for the baby together. We have no shortage of project ideas, so call Beth to schedule a big girls' playdate today!

SPRINGTIME IN PARIS quilt retreat

Save these dates
Friday, Saturday, Sunday,
March 26-28
to beat the winter blahs
and welcome spring
at the Spalding Inn in Whitefield!

Great fun, delicious food,
good company, and happy sewing!