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OCTOBER 2011
QUILTING, SEWING, KNITTING, & CROCHET CLASSES

(Listings are in order by date of first class.)

Cascading Kaleidoscopes
Judy Johnson
$50* +BSS
Saturday, October 1 & 8
10-4 pm

Judy has combined her knowledge of mathematics
and love of symmetry to create a kaleidoscope-like quilt composed of octagon blocks in several different sizes. In class one, she will show you how to use a Kaleido-Ruler and layered construction methods to produce dynamic one-of-a-kind blocks. In class two, she will provide individual assistance through the design process. You may choose among several different options for the finished dimensions of this project, ranging from large wall hangings to bed-sized quilts.

*Ruler purchase required: Large Kaleido-Ruler by Marti Mitchell ($17.00 less 15% class discount.)

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cascading kaleidoscopes

absolutely beginning quilting

Absolutely Beginning Quilting
Lawry Thorn
$45 +BSS
(Pre-Class Fabric Selection: Tuesday, Oct 4 6-8 pm)
Classes ~ Tuesdays:
October 18 & 25, November 1, 15 & 22
6-9 pm

Have you wanted to make a quilt but don’t know where to begin? This class is for those with little or no quilting experience. Learn how to rotary-cut fabric and piece together basic quilt blocks, while making a sampler-style quilt. Lawry will take you start-to-finish through your choice of a 6-, 9-, or 12-block sampler. Join us for the “Pre-Class” and we will help you with fabric selection.

Sorry, this class is currently full,
but we are taking names for the waiting list.

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Knitting Cables
Paula Johnson
$15
Friday, October 7
10-1 pm
c ticket to creativity

Expand your knitting repertoire by learning to knit a variety of cable patterns. Paula will teach three different cable patterns, including one with a “bobble.” Discussion will include how cabling affects knitting gauge and the importance of blocking.

kitting cables

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off the wall quilts jean wells

Off the Wall Quilts
Jean Wells
$25* +BSS
Sunday, October 9
9-3 pm
c ticket to creativity

These fun little quilt boxes are literally “off the wall.” Jean has discovered a way to turn your mini quilts into three-dimensional art that can be enjoyed on a table or shelf (you can hang them on a wall if you want to!) Not only is the front of the box a mini quilt, but the four skinny sides are too! Students may bring already pieced or appliquéd blocks to class, or start from scratch.

*Book purchase recommended: Intuitive Color and Design by Jean Wells ($27.95 less 15% class discount.)
Additional $12 Lab fee payable to instructor at class.

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Art of Sashiko Quilting
Bev King
$15* +BSS
Wednesday, October 12
9-12 pm
c ticket to creativity

Learn to quilt using the Japanese method of Sashiko. In class we will quilt a block or two, using the patterns provided. This is a simple way of quilting that adds a lot of interest to your projects. Since it is quilted with just one layer of fabric, you may take your sample home and create something of your choice. Ideas for how to use your sample will be discussed in class.

art of sashiko quilting class

*Book purchase recommended: Paradise Stitched by Sylvia Pippen ($29.95 less 15% class discount.)

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mina hand bag, dawn eby

Mina Bag
Dawn Eby
$25* +BSS
Thursday, October 13
9-1 pm
c ticket to creativity

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 fall season.

*Pattern purchase required: Mina Bag Sewing Card by Valori Wells Designs ($6.00 less 15% class discount.)

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Beginning Hand Quilting
Janice Demers
$20
Thursday, October 13
6-9 pm
c ticket to creativity

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!

Sorry, this class is full.

hand quilting class

 


knitting a sweater class

Knit a Sweater
Paula Johnson
$40
Fridays: October 14 & 21, November 4 & 18
10-1 pm

Learn to knit a sweater (that fits!) Learn Paula’s tips and tricks for designing a top-down sweater specific to your measurements. Students may choose between pullover or cardigan styles.

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Seasonal Table Runner
Tamra Dumolt
Free With Kit Purchase
Monday, October 17
5-8 pm

For easy seasonal decorating, make one (or both!) of these quick-to-make table runners. Simple piecing, fusible appliqué, and machine blanket stitching will have you well on your way to the holiday season!

*Kit purchase required: Seasonal Table Runner by Stitchin’ Post
($36.00 less 15% class discount.)

We're sorry, this class has been cancelled.


Slide Show
Laura Simmons
$50* +BSS
Mondays: October 17 & 24
9-3 pm

No matter how many times we recreate this quilt, in any fabric combination, the results have always been stunning! Let Laura show you how to create a showstopper of your own. With simple piecing techniques, this quilt comes together quickly. You get to choose what size to make, from baby to king-size.

*Pattern purchase required: Slide Show by Atkinson Designs ($8.50 less 15% class discount.)

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slids show quilt class

Big Fat Tomato Pincushion
Jackie Erickson
$15* +BSS
Wednesday, October 19
9-11:30 am
c ticket to creativity

Join Jackie as she shows you how to make this large scale, traditional-style tomato pincushion with emery filled strawberry. This felted wool project is mostly machine-sewn, with hand-sewn detailing. Kits available in limited quantities.

*Pattern purchase required: Big Fat Tomato by Bird Brain Designs ($9.50 less 15% class discount.)

We're sorry, this class has been cancelled.


Learn to Knit Fair Isle
Catherine Childress
$35
Thursday, October 20 ~ 10-4 pm
& Thursday, October 27 ~ 10-1 pm

Learn how to follow a chart and carry colors in the style of traditional Fair Isle. Catherine teaches you how to knit a three-color headband as you knit in the round. Once you have learned the technique, you will be able to transfer your skills to hats, scarves, and all things warm and wooly.

We're sorry, this class has been cancelled.

learn to knit fairisle

trip around the world quilt class

Trip Around the World
Jackie Erickson
$30 +BSS
Thursdays: October 20 & November 3
5:30-8 pm

Trip Around the World is a classic quilt. For this version, we will be using 1-1/2" finished squares. The fun will come in playing with color, pattern, and value. You may do a wall hanging size that is 38” x 38” or double it to be 76” square. Another idea would be to make four wall hanging sizes and join them together. You decide where this trip takes you!

We're sorry, this class has been cancelled.


Quilt-As-You-Go
Lawry Thorn
$25* +BSS
Friday, October 21
9:30–2 pm
c ticket to creativity

For those of you wanting a quilt-as-you-go class, here is your answer. The piecing of these blocks allows you to complete the quilting as you assemble the blocks. Once the blocks are completed and sewn together, your quilt is done! Plan on starting a runner, crib quilt, lap quilt or twin size quilt in class. Come with fabric, batting, and backing because all three are needed to make each block.

*Pattern purchase required: Your choice of pattern from Fun & Done! Quilting by Prairie Sky Quilting ($8.50 less 15% class discount.) Template purchase recommended: Batting Buddy Template by Fun & Done! Quilting ($18.50 less 15% class discount.)

Sorry, this class is currently full,
but we are taking names for the waiting list.

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quilt as you go class

paint your own digital fabric

Paint Your Own Digital Fabric*
Kathy Shaker
$35
Sunday, October 23
10-4 pm

Paint + Photoshop = Stunning Fabric! We will paint several backgrounds on watercolor paper, then scan and digitally manipulate them. Even if you haven’t painted since kindergarten, you can create unique, digitally textured fabric.

*Some Photoshop/Photoshop Elements experience helpful.

We're sorry, this class has been cancelled.


Needle-Turn Appliqué
Tonye Phillips
$25*
Tuesday, October 25
9-1 pm

Have you always wanted to learn how to appliqué by hand? Or perhaps you tried it and it seemed too difficult? Then this is the class for you! Enjoy Tonye’s no pressure style while you create a small contemporary basket block.

*Book purchase recommended: Hand Appliquéd Quilts: Whimsical Designs & Simple Techniques by Tonye Belinda Phillips ($24.95 less 15% class discount.)

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needle turn applique class

Beginning Crochet
Paula Johnson
$40*
Fall Session ~ Tuesdays: October 25, November 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
10-12 pm
c ticket to creativity

beginning crochet class

Make a scarf or small afghan using blocks made from basic crochet stitches. Learn chain, single-crochet, half double-crochet, double-crochet, v-stitch, shell stitch and granny-square stitches. Also learn to join new colors, finishing, pattern and gauge reading, and more.

*Book purchase required: The Happy Hooker: Stitch ‘n Bitch Crochet by Debbie Stoller ($15.95 less 15% class discount.)

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Tiny Treat Totes
Tamra Dumolt
$15 +BSS
Wednesday, October 26
9-11 am
c ticket to creativity

Fill these spooky little totes with treats for your favorite goblins! Tamra shows you how to quickly make four little totes from just two fat quarters. These make great party favors any time of year and when made with holiday fabric, look cute hanging from the branches of a Christmas tree.

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tiny treat tote sewing class

promise me sunshine quilt class

Promise Me Sunshine
Sue McMahan
$35 +BSS
Friday, October 28
10-4 pm
c ticket to creativity

This contemporary quilt features a simple block using two color families, plus the crispness of white sashing as an additional design feature. Accurate rotary cutting will be demonstrated, as well as precision piecing techniques. Sue will also discuss design features of adding optional borders.

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Cityscape
Sarah Kaufman
$35 +BSS
Saturday, October 29
10-4 pm

Adding machine paper makes for accurate and easy paper piecing to create buildings, houses and other structures while incorporating sky, water, and pavement. By adding clever embellishments, your cityscape becomes one of a kind! Sarah provides adding machine paper, “samplescapes” and inspirational photos of cities to get you started.

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cityscape quilt class

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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