August 2010
Quilting, Sewing, & Knitting Classes
(Listings are in order by date of first class.) |
Kid’s Sewing Camp*
With Tamra Dumolt
Mon-Fri, Aug 9-13 9-12 pm
Beginning
$57** |
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Tamra and her
helpers will be heading
up a very fun week
of sewing projects
for students 10 years
and older. All supplies
will be included in the
fee and students will
get to choose their
own fabrics from
the Stitchin’ Post on
the first day of class.
We will begin with a
pillowcase, then cover a book to make a journal,
construct a drawstring bag, and complete a cell
phone tote. There will be time devoted to learning
about the sewing machine and an introduction to
basic sewing techniques. There will be a snack
mid-morning each day.
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*Student must be 10 years or older.
**Includes all supplies and materials.
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Beginning Sun Printing
Barbara Baker
Sat, August 21, 9-4 pm
All Levels
$35* |
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Learn how to create one-of-a-kind fabric with
interesting textures, shading, light, medium and dark,
and more. Non-toxic fabric paints, white fabric, salt,
sand and more will be explored in the sun printing
process. No experience is necessary, just a willingness
to play and be surprised.
*Additional $15 lab fee for materials payable to instructor
at class. |
Book purchase recommended: Sun Kissed Quilts and
Crafts by Barbara Baker & Jeri Boe ($16.95 less 15%
class discount)
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Advanced Sun Printing
Barbara Baker
Sat, August 28 9-4 pm
Beg Sun Printing Experience Required
$35*
This class will build on the knowledge and experience
of the sun printing process learned in the
Beginning Sun Printing class. New techniques to
manipulate and control the sun printing process will
be covered.
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*$20 lab fee for materials payable to instructor at class.
Book purchase recommended: Sun Kissed Quilts and
Crafts by Barbara Baker & Jeri Boe ($16.95 less 15%
class discount)
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10th Annual Quilter’s Stash & Swap
Parking Lot Sale
Saturday, August 28
9:30-2:00pm
Behind the Stitchin’ Post
Purge your patterns, books, fabrics, and
knitting supplies. Rent a table from the
Stitchin’ Post for $15. Table supply is limited
and available on a first come basis. Call
Jackie (541-549-6061) to reserve a table. |
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Book Signing with Sarah Kaufman
Saturday, August 28
11-1 pm
Sarah will be on hand
during the Fall/Winter Preview
Party to sign her new
book, Folded Log Cabin Quilts: Create Depth in
Classic Block • From Traditional to Contemporary.
Sarah’s Folded Log Cabin quilt class is one
of our most popular. Don’t miss this chance to
come by and get your own personalized copy of
her book! |
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Fall/Winter
Preview Party
Saturday - Sunday, August 28 & 29
9 - 6 pm Saturday, 10 - 5 pm on Sunday
Come by and check out our line-up of
classes being offered this fall/winter. Class
samples will be on display and several of our
teachers will be here to answer your questions
and share ideas.
Register during this time and receive a 10%
discount on your tuition!**
Or, if you can't make it to the party, register
on-line anytime and still receive a 10%
discount on your tuition.**
**Discount not applicable to retreats, workshops, clubs and special events.
Don’t Miss the Stitchin’ Post Porch Sale
during the Fall/Winter Preview Party.
We’re cleaning out the attic and there are
great bargains to be had!! |
How do I rate my Skill Level?
(Sewing)
Beginning: I have little or no experience with quilt making
Advanced Beginning: I have experience with rotary cutter and piecing
Intermediate: I am comfortable with interpreting patterns and designs
Advanced: I am comfortable with all levels of designing, sewing,
and creating quilts
What are my Basic Sewing
Supplies (BSS)?
BSS includes sewing machine in good working
order, rotary cutter, cutting mat, ruler, scissors, tape
measure, pencil, pins, and seam ripper.
(Kitting/Crochet)
Beginning: Little or no experience knitting or
crocheting.
Advanced Beginning: Experience with the following: knit and purl, cast
on and bind off, increase/decrease stitches,
and knitting in the round. Ability to read simple
patterns and an understanding of making and
calculating gauge samples. Knowledge of simple
pattern stitches is very helpful.
Use of double pointed needles and basic finishing
techniques are also helpful.
Intermediate: Ability to read and understand
moderately complex patterns – such as garments – and experience with simple color changes.
Knowledge of cable stitches, beginning lace
stitches, the ability to short row and experience
with a three needle bind-off are recommended.
Advanced: Experience with adjusting and adapting
patterns, gauge, and size. Also an understanding
of knitting and crocheting terminology
(abbreviations), and interpreting stitch charts.
Experience with Fairisle, Intarsia, Entrelac, Aran,
and Kitchner stitches is also recommended.
Be sure to read and understand our Class Registration Policies and
Procedures on our Class Directory page. |
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