A Boro Perspective with Maday
Inspired by the Japanese Boro tradition, we will use improvisation and hand-stitching to create rich textures that pay homage to the up-cycle and reuse movement. Mottainai means "taking good care of things with respect, making it last long, not wasting and re-appreciating" (From the magazine Selvedge: the fabric of your life, Issue 81 Japan Blue). It is possible to control the color palette using this technique and Maday will provide denim scraps and pre-cut organic applique shapes to expand your design choices. Your textile compositions will uniquely reflect your creative intention as you continue to work on your portable, sustainability-focused project. Maday will also share her process and inspiration for completing her eight year Boro tapestry. Please join us!
Cost: $ 98.00
Inspired by the Japanese Boro tradition, we will use improvisation and hand-stitching to create rich textures that pay homage to the up-cycle and reuse movement. Mottainai means "taking good care of things with respect, making it last long, not wasting and re-appreciating" (From the magazine Selvedge: the fabric of your life, Issue 81 Japan Blue). It is possible to control the color palette using this technique and Maday will provide denim scraps and pre-cut organic applique shapes to expand your design choices. Your textile compositions will uniquely reflect your creative intention as you continue to work on your portable, sustainability-focused project. Maday will also share her process and inspiration for completing her eight year Boro tapestry. Please join us!
Cost: $ 98.00
Art of the Cabin Block with Maday
One of the most widely recognized quilt blocks, the log cabin exemplifies tradition and family. It’s a timeless block that with a few careful seams, becomes enchanting and rhythmic. Using improvisation, color, and scale, you’ll explore the creative possibilities of building a scrappy, make-do block that stretches the imagination and invites playful and sustainable creativity. You’ll learn techniques for achieving consistently smooth lines while maintaining the freedom that makes this block so compelling. Create a block of any size by choosing harmonious or limited palettes, scrappy color studies, and a dash of repetition, while maintaining visual harmony and impact.
Cost: $ 95.00
One of the most widely recognized quilt blocks, the log cabin exemplifies tradition and family. It’s a timeless block that with a few careful seams, becomes enchanting and rhythmic. Using improvisation, color, and scale, you’ll explore the creative possibilities of building a scrappy, make-do block that stretches the imagination and invites playful and sustainable creativity. You’ll learn techniques for achieving consistently smooth lines while maintaining the freedom that makes this block so compelling. Create a block of any size by choosing harmonious or limited palettes, scrappy color studies, and a dash of repetition, while maintaining visual harmony and impact.
Cost: $ 95.00
Beginning Quiltmaking with Rebecca
Learn every step of the quilt-making process in this class designed for beginning sewists. The class project is an alternating 4-patch and plain block quilt with two borders and the pattern is included in the class fee. You will learn fabric selection, cutting, piecing, pressing, borders, basting, quilting, trimming, and binding. After taking this class you'll be ready to make any number of quilt projects. There's nothing like a handmade quilt - now you can make your own!
Cost: $ 225.00
Learn every step of the quilt-making process in this class designed for beginning sewists. The class project is an alternating 4-patch and plain block quilt with two borders and the pattern is included in the class fee. You will learn fabric selection, cutting, piecing, pressing, borders, basting, quilting, trimming, and binding. After taking this class you'll be ready to make any number of quilt projects. There's nothing like a handmade quilt - now you can make your own!
Cost: $ 225.00
Block Printing With Maday
Using Maday's collection of carved Indian blocks we will create our marks on textiles with permanent textile ink. We will create personalized fabrics to use in future projects and learn techniques to share and explore. We will discuss printing on garments to give them a new life and add whimsy and visual interest. The possibilities are endless!
Cost: $ 110.00
Using Maday's collection of carved Indian blocks we will create our marks on textiles with permanent textile ink. We will create personalized fabrics to use in future projects and learn techniques to share and explore. We will discuss printing on garments to give them a new life and add whimsy and visual interest. The possibilities are endless!
Cost: $ 110.00
Building Blocks: Flying Geese
Perfect your Flying Geese construction, an often used unit in many currently popular quilt patterns and blocks such as Sawtooth Star, Dutchman’s Puzzle, and Wild Goose Chase among many other variations. In this class, you will learn to create flying geese using 3 different methods: stitch & flip, traditional, and no-waste (4-At-A-Time). We will make flying geese in two different sizes 2" x 4" (2" x 4" unfinished) and 4" x 8" (4" x 8"unfinished) which can be used to make a mini quilt. Hone your skills before you start your next project!
Cost: $ 40.00
Perfect your Flying Geese construction, an often used unit in many currently popular quilt patterns and blocks such as Sawtooth Star, Dutchman’s Puzzle, and Wild Goose Chase among many other variations. In this class, you will learn to create flying geese using 3 different methods: stitch & flip, traditional, and no-waste (4-At-A-Time). We will make flying geese in two different sizes 2" x 4" (2" x 4" unfinished) and 4" x 8" (4" x 8"unfinished) which can be used to make a mini quilt. Hone your skills before you start your next project!
Cost: $ 40.00
Building Blocks: Half-Square Triangles
The half-square triangle is a versatile quilt block that every quilter should master. In this hands-on class, we will make half-square triangles using 3 different methods. Along the way, you?ll understand the pros and cons of each method, troubleshoot common piecing issues, and learn math to customize half-square triangles to any size. Half-Square Triangle Methods: Two-At-A-Time Method Four-At-A-Time Method Eight-At-A-Time Method
Cost: $ 40.00
The half-square triangle is a versatile quilt block that every quilter should master. In this hands-on class, we will make half-square triangles using 3 different methods. Along the way, you?ll understand the pros and cons of each method, troubleshoot common piecing issues, and learn math to customize half-square triangles to any size. Half-Square Triangle Methods: Two-At-A-Time Method Four-At-A-Time Method Eight-At-A-Time Method
Cost: $ 40.00
Building Blocks: Stars Table Runner
Star blocks are popular in quilt making - let's jump in and fearlessly learn three versatile blocks to up your piecing and design game. In this class, we will focus on star blocks that are made with half-square triangles, quarter-square triangles, and flying geese. These basic block units can be used to make a wide variety of different star blocks. In class, we’ll make the Ribbon Star, Ohio Star, and Sawtooth Star blocks which can then be joined into a 12" x 48" table runner.
Cost: $ 45.00
Star blocks are popular in quilt making - let's jump in and fearlessly learn three versatile blocks to up your piecing and design game. In this class, we will focus on star blocks that are made with half-square triangles, quarter-square triangles, and flying geese. These basic block units can be used to make a wide variety of different star blocks. In class, we’ll make the Ribbon Star, Ohio Star, and Sawtooth Star blocks which can then be joined into a 12" x 48" table runner.
Cost: $ 45.00
Curves the Clammy Way
Learn to piece curves the Clammy way. This Clammy template designed by Latifah Saafir may be used for all types of curves, including a whole circle, half circle and even an orange peel. In the first class, you’ll learn and practice how to piece a basic curve, how to plan your Clammy quilt and organize your pieces and how to cut fabric using The Clammy Template. In the second class, you’ll start piecing your quilt from the top down. (There will be two weeks in between to give you ample time to plan your quilt and cut your clamshells.) During the third class, you’ll learn how to complete your quilt top by sewing the bottom row.
Cost: $ 125.00
Learn to piece curves the Clammy way. This Clammy template designed by Latifah Saafir may be used for all types of curves, including a whole circle, half circle and even an orange peel. In the first class, you’ll learn and practice how to piece a basic curve, how to plan your Clammy quilt and organize your pieces and how to cut fabric using The Clammy Template. In the second class, you’ll start piecing your quilt from the top down. (There will be two weeks in between to give you ample time to plan your quilt and cut your clamshells.) During the third class, you’ll learn how to complete your quilt top by sewing the bottom row.
Cost: $ 125.00
Dance Floor Quilt with Maday
Dance floor is a celebration of the beautiful tile architecture we often encounter in our daily lives in unexpected places. It embraces Maday’s quest for sustainable stitching by using leftover scraps, making it the ideal stash buster project. This workshop is great for all skill levels! This very accessible nine patch pattern is great for beginner to advanced quilters, make it with two colors or a variety of favorites fabric. It’s simple construction will delight you and help you create a project you can’t wait to complete! . Finished size is 67"x 82"
Cost: $ 95.00
Dance floor is a celebration of the beautiful tile architecture we often encounter in our daily lives in unexpected places. It embraces Maday’s quest for sustainable stitching by using leftover scraps, making it the ideal stash buster project. This workshop is great for all skill levels! This very accessible nine patch pattern is great for beginner to advanced quilters, make it with two colors or a variety of favorites fabric. It’s simple construction will delight you and help you create a project you can’t wait to complete! . Finished size is 67"x 82"
Cost: $ 95.00
Decorator Pillow Cover
Join Christine and learn to make interior designer quality, knife edge style pillow covers with piping and invisible zipper. Add a pop of color, update your space or make them as custom gifts for friends and family. We will make a 16” square pillow in class but the pattern (included in class fee) can be adapted for any size square or rectangle.
Cost: $ 80.00
Join Christine and learn to make interior designer quality, knife edge style pillow covers with piping and invisible zipper. Add a pop of color, update your space or make them as custom gifts for friends and family. We will make a 16” square pillow in class but the pattern (included in class fee) can be adapted for any size square or rectangle.
Cost: $ 80.00
Dynamic Duo: Double Dutch
Secondary designs emerge when you take two quilt blocks and combine them in this quilt. Learn how blocks made entirely of squares and rectangles create a zig-zag design by setting the blocks on point. A great beyond beginner second quilt project. Pattern designer Rebecca of Studio R Quilts will share all her helpful tips and tricks along the way.
Cost: $ 75.00
Secondary designs emerge when you take two quilt blocks and combine them in this quilt. Learn how blocks made entirely of squares and rectangles create a zig-zag design by setting the blocks on point. A great beyond beginner second quilt project. Pattern designer Rebecca of Studio R Quilts will share all her helpful tips and tricks along the way.
Cost: $ 75.00
Echoes of Iceland Block of the Month
Join Laura, our certified Stripology instructor, to create a stunning quilt inspired by the landscapes and cultural motifs of Iceland. This quilt, designed by Gudrun Erla of GE Designs, is a celebration of her Icelandic heritage. You'll use accessible, modern techniques to bring the beauty of Gudrun's homeland to life in each block. This is also a fantastic opportunity to build your skills using the Stripology rulers and tools. Each session will begin with a focused tutorial on a different block or section of this medallion-style quilt design. The remainder of the time will be open sew for you to work on your piecing. Finished Quilt Size: 74” x 82”
Cost: $ 150.00
Join Laura, our certified Stripology instructor, to create a stunning quilt inspired by the landscapes and cultural motifs of Iceland. This quilt, designed by Gudrun Erla of GE Designs, is a celebration of her Icelandic heritage. You'll use accessible, modern techniques to bring the beauty of Gudrun's homeland to life in each block. This is also a fantastic opportunity to build your skills using the Stripology rulers and tools. Each session will begin with a focused tutorial on a different block or section of this medallion-style quilt design. The remainder of the time will be open sew for you to work on your piecing. Finished Quilt Size: 74” x 82”
Cost: $ 150.00
English Paper Piecing 101
Learn the basic techniques of English paper piecing (EPP) , a hand sewing technique, by learning to make the classic Grandmother's flower garden unit! This class will cover the basics of EPP fabric and template preparation and use, glue basting, and stitching options to make a hexagon flower.
Cost: $ 75.00
Learn the basic techniques of English paper piecing (EPP) , a hand sewing technique, by learning to make the classic Grandmother's flower garden unit! This class will cover the basics of EPP fabric and template preparation and use, glue basting, and stitching options to make a hexagon flower.
Cost: $ 75.00
Finishing Classes for Year in Hexies Block of the Month - an EPP Quilt
Finishing classes for students of the "Year in Hexies" Block of the Month with Liz Oner.
Cost: $ 50.00
Finishing classes for students of the "Year in Hexies" Block of the Month with Liz Oner.
Cost: $ 50.00
Late Night Sewing Party
Bring your project, supplies, and machine, and join the party! End your week right by sewing with friends. Each attendee will have their own 6' table in our spacious classroom and enjoy the use of cutting mats & basic rulers, irons & ironing boards plus our large design wall. The store will remain open during this event for your shopping convenience. Bring your own dinner, drinks & snacks. Space is limited to 12 participants.
Cost: $ 25.00
Bring your project, supplies, and machine, and join the party! End your week right by sewing with friends. Each attendee will have their own 6' table in our spacious classroom and enjoy the use of cutting mats & basic rulers, irons & ironing boards plus our large design wall. The store will remain open during this event for your shopping convenience. Bring your own dinner, drinks & snacks. Space is limited to 12 participants.
Cost: $ 25.00
Pumpkin Frolic Table Runner
Pumpkins take center stage while colorful leaves drift between them — and the whole thing comes together in a single class session. Pumpkin Frolic is warm, playful, and a little whimsical, and it's the kind of project that makes you excited to pull out all those orange and autumn scraps you've been saving. This class uses the Pumpkin Frolic quilt pattern by Studio R Quilts adapted to table runner size, giving you a focused, achievable project that still packs in real skill-building. You'll work with two block designs that draw on different techniques, then learn how sashing and cornerstones frame the design and tie it all together.
Cost: $ 60.00
Pumpkins take center stage while colorful leaves drift between them — and the whole thing comes together in a single class session. Pumpkin Frolic is warm, playful, and a little whimsical, and it's the kind of project that makes you excited to pull out all those orange and autumn scraps you've been saving. This class uses the Pumpkin Frolic quilt pattern by Studio R Quilts adapted to table runner size, giving you a focused, achievable project that still packs in real skill-building. You'll work with two block designs that draw on different techniques, then learn how sashing and cornerstones frame the design and tie it all together.
Cost: $ 60.00
Quilt Techniques: Accurate Cutting
If you struggle with cutting fabric, this course is for you. Learn best practices and helpful tips to take your cutting skills to the next level. Accurate cutting is the foundation for accurate piecing and a skill that you will make your quilting journey more enjoyable. This class will focus on assembling your cutting toolbox and skill-building: Cutting Mats – types, usage, and care Rotary Cutters – types, usage, blades, and safety Rulers – features and how to read How to prepare fabric for cutting Squaring up fabric and making your cuts **No sewing machine is needed for this class**
Cost: $ 40.00
If you struggle with cutting fabric, this course is for you. Learn best practices and helpful tips to take your cutting skills to the next level. Accurate cutting is the foundation for accurate piecing and a skill that you will make your quilting journey more enjoyable. This class will focus on assembling your cutting toolbox and skill-building: Cutting Mats – types, usage, and care Rotary Cutters – types, usage, blades, and safety Rulers – features and how to read How to prepare fabric for cutting Squaring up fabric and making your cuts **No sewing machine is needed for this class**
Cost: $ 40.00
Quilt Techniques: Color Theory
If you struggle with selecting fabrics for your quilt projects, this class is for you. Learn how to confidently choose fabrics for your quilt projects and take the stress out of pulling fabrics. This class will focus on using a color wheel to understand how colors interact with one another, creating color combinations that pop, understanding contrast and value in fabric choices, identifying color inspirations around you, and useful resources.
Cost: $ 40.00
If you struggle with selecting fabrics for your quilt projects, this class is for you. Learn how to confidently choose fabrics for your quilt projects and take the stress out of pulling fabrics. This class will focus on using a color wheel to understand how colors interact with one another, creating color combinations that pop, understanding contrast and value in fabric choices, identifying color inspirations around you, and useful resources.
Cost: $ 40.00
Quilt Techniques: Double-Fold Binding
Double fold binding is the most common binding technique used by quilters. In this class, you’ll learn how to make continuous binding and attach it with your sewing machine. Along the way, you’ll discover helpful tips and tricks to help you perfect your corners and easily join the binding ends. This is a great class for those looking to improve their quilt binding skills. Students will be provided with a quilted sandwich (top/batting/backing) in class to use for practice.
Cost: $ 45.00
Double fold binding is the most common binding technique used by quilters. In this class, you’ll learn how to make continuous binding and attach it with your sewing machine. Along the way, you’ll discover helpful tips and tricks to help you perfect your corners and easily join the binding ends. This is a great class for those looking to improve their quilt binding skills. Students will be provided with a quilted sandwich (top/batting/backing) in class to use for practice.
Cost: $ 45.00
Quilt Techniques: Precise Piecing
Accurate piecing is more than sewing a perfect ¼” seam allowance. In this class, we’ll explore how accurate cut fabric, a consistent seam allowance, flawless pressing, and precise trimming all impact your piecing skills. Plus, you’ll learn how proper tools and machine settings can make a world of difference when making a quilt. You are guaranteed to learn new and helpful tips that will improve your piecing skills. Machine required.
Cost: $ 40.00
Accurate piecing is more than sewing a perfect ¼” seam allowance. In this class, we’ll explore how accurate cut fabric, a consistent seam allowance, flawless pressing, and precise trimming all impact your piecing skills. Plus, you’ll learn how proper tools and machine settings can make a world of difference when making a quilt. You are guaranteed to learn new and helpful tips that will improve your piecing skills. Machine required.
Cost: $ 40.00
Sashiko Basics
In Japan, running stitches made by hand are used for quilting, mending, and decorative purposes. We will use a pre-printed traditional design sashiko panel to learn this running stitch embroidery style. A great technique that can be used in many applications, modern and traditional, to add texture and beauty to all your sewing and quilting projects.
Cost: $ 98.00
In Japan, running stitches made by hand are used for quilting, mending, and decorative purposes. We will use a pre-printed traditional design sashiko panel to learn this running stitch embroidery style. A great technique that can be used in many applications, modern and traditional, to add texture and beauty to all your sewing and quilting projects.
Cost: $ 98.00
Sewcial Open Studio
This class offers a flexible option to work on a project of your choice with guidance, allowing for personalized learning in a supportive environment. Has a particular garment pattern caught your eye but you’re not sure if you can tackle it on your own? Did you print a PDF pattern and can’t fit the pieces together? Maybe you need help with a bag project or installing a zipper. Or maybe you’ve tried foundation paper piecing and it just doesn’t make any sense. It’s all on the (sewing) table during the guided open studio. If you’re interested in our new garment classes but the dates haven’t worked for your schedule or you’d like to do your own thing, this is a chance to get started with help from an instructor who loves making her own clothes. If you need pattern suggestions, Christine is happy to chat with you ahead of class.
Cost: $ 85.00
This class offers a flexible option to work on a project of your choice with guidance, allowing for personalized learning in a supportive environment. Has a particular garment pattern caught your eye but you’re not sure if you can tackle it on your own? Did you print a PDF pattern and can’t fit the pieces together? Maybe you need help with a bag project or installing a zipper. Or maybe you’ve tried foundation paper piecing and it just doesn’t make any sense. It’s all on the (sewing) table during the guided open studio. If you’re interested in our new garment classes but the dates haven’t worked for your schedule or you’d like to do your own thing, this is a chance to get started with help from an instructor who loves making her own clothes. If you need pattern suggestions, Christine is happy to chat with you ahead of class.
Cost: $ 85.00
Simple Zipper Pouch
If zippers are intimidating, but you’re ready to tackle that fear in a safe environment, this class is for you. You’ll learn how to make a basic, lined 6"x 8” pouch with a zipper, perfect for holding essentials or giving as a gift. In addition to the basics, we’ll also review options available for your next zipper pouch, such as adding interfacing, inside pockets, piecing and quilting, a detachable strap, and a boxy bottom. A zipper foot that fits your sewing machine is necessary. Bonus - the pattern is included in the class fee.
Cost: $ 75.00
If zippers are intimidating, but you’re ready to tackle that fear in a safe environment, this class is for you. You’ll learn how to make a basic, lined 6"x 8” pouch with a zipper, perfect for holding essentials or giving as a gift. In addition to the basics, we’ll also review options available for your next zipper pouch, such as adding interfacing, inside pockets, piecing and quilting, a detachable strap, and a boxy bottom. A zipper foot that fits your sewing machine is necessary. Bonus - the pattern is included in the class fee.
Cost: $ 75.00