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FEBRUARY 2012
QUILTING, SEWING, KNITTING, & CROCHET CLASSES
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Creative Table Runner
June Jaeger
$35* +BSS
Thu, Feb 2
10-4 pm
Start by choosing one of June’s sampler patterns:
Horsin’ Around, Nature’s Sample, Gone Fishin’, From
the Wild, Saddle Up, or Cat Nipped. Then focus on a
design feature of the pattern to create a table runner
and/or placemats. Perhaps add some chickadees or
sparrows from June’s series of bird patterns. Students
will construct this fusible appliqué project while learning
different appliqué and finishing methods. Prairie
points will be covered as well as other decorative
techniques. You will have fun personalizing your table
runner in this one-day class designed for all levels of
quilters.
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*Pattern purchase required: Any Log Cabin Quiltworks
pattern by June Jaeger
(prices range from $10.50 to
$20.00 less 15% class discount.)
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Partners in Time
Janet Storton
$50 +BSS
Friday & Saturday, February 3 & 4
9-3 pm
Do you have orphan blocks from the past~perhaps blocks made by grandmother that were never
made into a finished quilt? Join Janet as she shows
you how to add fabric of today, to finish the quilt with
a contemporary twist.
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Spectacular Spikes
Colleen Caulfield
$45* +BSS
Thu, Feb 9 12-4 pm and
Thu, Feb 23 9-4 pm
Simple paper-pieced spikes make spectacular
quilts! Colleen teaches you how to paper-piece simple
spike blocks, which can be arranged in different configurations
to create unique quilt variations. Students
may choose which “spikey” Judy Neimeyer pattern
they wish to follow: Stepping Stones, Woven Blanket,
or Weeping Willow.
We're sorry, this class has been cancelled.
*Pattern purchase required: one of the above patterns by Judy Neimeyer (Prices range from $20.50 to
$25.50 less 15% class discount.)
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Hope’s Diamond
Lawry Thorn
$35* +BSS
Fri, Feb 10 and 17
10-1 pm
This contemporary quilt utilizes fusible appliqué for
quick and stunning results! Choose your background
fabric and nine coordinating fat quarters, then join
Lawry as she teaches you innovative cutting techniques with the Leaves Galore Template.
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*Pattern & template purchase required:
Hope’s Diamond by Sue
Pelland Designs
($10.50 less 15% class discount.)
Grande Leaves Galore
Template by Sue Pelland
($24.00 less 15% class
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Fabric Postcard Class
Ann Richardson
$25* +BSS
Sat, Feb 11
10:30-3:30 pm
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Have you long admired
the beautiful fabric postcards
that are available for sale
every summer at the Sisters
Outdoor Quilt Show? We invite
you to create and donate
a fabric postcard (or two!) to the
6th Annual “Wish Upon a Card” Exhibit, Sale & Silent Auction. Ann
will show you different ways to create
your own personalized pieces of art, which can actually
be sent through the mail.
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*$5 Lab Fee payable to instructor at class.
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Dot-To-Dot
June Jaeger
$35 +BSS
Sun, Feb 12
10-4 pm
In this technique class, students learn how to
machine-piece circles; that’s right, no appliqué! Using
your choice of fabrics, you will create high and
low contrast to enhance this wall quilt. Some circles
will float while others blend, creating an intriguing
eye catcher. Discussion will include keeping the eye
moving throughout the quilt using elements of design:
color, value and intensity.
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Little Wallet & Little Cell Phone Wallet
Jackie Erickson
$15* +BSS
Wed, Feb 15
9-12 pm
When it comes to making little
wallets, no one has more experience
than Jackie! She is going to
share all her tips and tricks that make construction
quick and easy. In class, students will learn
efficient cutting techniques, how to create hidden seams and how to use Jackie’s favorite notion ~ the Snap Setter. Students may choose to make either a
Little Wallet or a Little Cell Phone Wallet.
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*Pattern purchase required:
Little Wallet Sewing Card
by Valori Wells Designs ($3.00 less 15% class discount)
or Little Cell Phone Wallet Sewing Card by Valori Wells
Designs ($5.00 less 15% class discount.)
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Knitting a Sock on Two Circular
Needles
Catherine Childress
$40
Thu, Feb 16 10-1 pm
Thu, Feb 23 10-4 pm and
Thu, Mar 1 10-1 pm
Learn to knit a basic sock on two circular needles.
In the first session, we will cast on, create the ribbing
for the top of the sock and start to knit the basic body
of the sock. During the second session, we will focus
on creating a gusseted heel and completing the heel
turn. In the final session, we will finish the sock with a
simple “star toe.” |
Sorry, this class is currently full, but we are taking names for the waiting list.
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Mock Log Cabin
June Jaeger
$35 +BSS
Thu, Feb 16
10-4 pm
Create a stunning quilt using 5” charm squares. This fun and easy
scrap quilt is great for beginners,
but advanced quilters are also welcome. Use fabric
squares from your stash to personalize your project.
Make the size of your choice: wall, lap, or bed. Different
options for creative settings will be discussed.
(This class has been moved to March 15.) |
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Knit a Hat
Paula Johnson
$30*
Fri, Feb 17 and 24, 2012
10-1 pm
Knit a hat using techniques
that go beyond basic knitting skills.
Students will be knitting in the
round with their choice of method: circular
needles or double-pointed needles. Paula will discuss
shaping by increasing and decreasing stitches.
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*Pattern purchase required: Koigu Beaded Beret by
Churchmouse Classics ($5.00 less 15% class discount.)
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Table Toppers II
Lawry Thorn
$45 +BSS
Saturday, February 18,
March 17,
April 14 & May 12
10-2 pm
Lawry has four new table topper projects lined
up! This once-a-month class offers a wide variety of
techniques to continue building your piecing skills.
Each month, Lawry gives different options, allowing
students design flexibility to create unique table
toppers. As before, these smaller projects are great “practice” pieces for machine quilting skills.
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Beginning Hand Quilting
Janice Demers
$20
Sun, Feb 19, 1-4 pm
Learn the basics of hand
quilting, including discussions on:
needles, batting, fabric, thread, and thimbles. We will mark, layer, and start quilting a
sample in class. Be ready to hand quilt one of those
quilt tops you’ve tucked away!
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Selvage Potholders
Karen Shadley
$15 +BSS
Wed, Feb 22
9-11 am
As quilters, we try to make the
most of every possible inch of our
fabric treasures. Karen shows
you how to salvage the selvages in this simple
technique class. Students will make a usable potholder
in class. Karen will talk about additional possibilities for
putting those selvages to good use. So much fun… you might start buying fabric just for the cute selvage
designs! |
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Simply the Land
with Jean Wells
February 24-26, 2012 |
At The Stitchin’ Post
$185*
(includes lunches)
Friday-Sunday, February 24-26, 2012
9-4 pm
Let the flowing forms of nature inspire you in
this design exploration workshop. Land, water, sky,rocks; details in leaves
and wood can all be
starting points for this
process. Line is the
focal point of design in
this workshop. Warm
up exercises will build
confidence in piecing,
color, value, and design
skills. New material will be presented each day for
ideas and inspiration for present or future projects.
*Book purchase recommended: Intuitive Color and Design by
Jean Wells
($27.95 less15% class discount)
Additional $3 Lab fee payable to instructor at
class.
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Barcelona Skirt
La Cressa Scherrer
$35* +BSS
Mon, Feb 27
9-3 pm
La Cressa made this skirt for herself, and looks
fabulous wearing it! Now she wants to show you how
to quickly give your spring wardrobe an update, using
this stylish yet simple pattern by Amy Butler. Make a
skirt for yourself, your daughter or your granddaughter.
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*Pattern purchase required: Barcelona Skirts by Amy
Butler ($17.00 less 15% class discount.)
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Mina Bag
Dawn Eby
$35*
Tue, Feb 28
9-3 pm
This simple, stylish bag designed by Valori appeals
to the young and young-at-heart. With simple instructions,
and tips from Dawn, you will leave class with a
new bag for the spring season.
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*Pattern purchase required: Mina Bag Sewing Card by
Valori Wells Designs ($6.00 less 15% class discount.)
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Stepping Stones
Tamra Dumolt
$15 +BSS
Wed, Feb 29
9-12 pm
This striking quilt is an excellent
exercise in value. Correct placement
of light/medium fabrics with
dark fabrics creates a subtle secondary pattern
throughout the quilt. Begin with a Layer Cake (or cut
10” squares from your stash) then add a background
fabric and a narrow border fabric. Simple piecing brings this quilt together quickly. In class, students will
make enough blocks to see the secondary pattern begin
to emerge. Students are welcome to stay beyond
class time and continue to make progress on their
blocks during the free Sit & Sew session. |
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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.
Class Registration Policies and
Procedures
The following applies to all classes offered in
this Class Schedule:
What do I need for class?
Each class has a Supply List. There may be
additional class costs for special sewing supplies,
such as freezer paper for a piecing class, special
templates, or rulers, etc. Fabric requirements will
be listed. Some classes require preparation prior
to your first class, e.g., pre-cutting fabric, bringing
design ideas, etc. Once you register for your class
and receive your Supply List, you will receive a
15% discount on all required supplies. To receive
the discount, you must have your Supply List with
you when you make your purchase.
Registration Procedures
Pre-registration and payment are required.
Register during our Fall/Winter Preview Party
and receive a 10% discount on the fee.
You may register by phone (541-549-6061)
or at the store. You receive a 10% discount any
time you register on-line at www.stitchinpost.
com/classes.html (sorry, discount does not apply
to Clubs, Workshops, Retreats and/or Special
Events).
Class Cancellation Policy
You must cancel at least TEN (10) DAYS prior
to the class for a full refund. If the Stitchin’ Post
cancels a class, you may take a store credit or
request a refund.
Sometimes We Cancel a Class…
On occasion we will cancel a class due to
insufficient enrollment. We make that decision
ten (10) days before the scheduled class. We
recommend that you call to confirm that the class
has met its minimum enrollment and will go on
as scheduled. The safest bet is to do your class
purchases within ten (10) days of the class date. |
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