Classes & Events
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Class Information & Policies
Cancellations must be made at least one week prior to class in order to receive a full refund.
Class Information & Policies
Cancellations must be made at least one week prior to class in order to receive a full refund.
- We offer a 10% discount on all class materials and supplies purchased at the shop.
- Bring your own sewing machine, in good working order, and know how to operate it, to classes that require one.
- Most quilting and sewing classes require basic supplies and equipment such as a rotary cutter, mat, ruler, scissors, pins, thread, etc.
- Please refer to the class description and supply list for full details.
Learn more about our instructors here.
Beginning Free Motion Quilting
Step into the world of free motion quilting! In this class you'll learn to baste your quilt and use a walking foot, but the focus will be on free motion quilting. Learn several different patterns suitable for beginners. With a little practice, you'll be quilting those unfinished projects in no time. Let's start turning those tops into quilts!
Cost: $ 70.00
Step into the world of free motion quilting! In this class you'll learn to baste your quilt and use a walking foot, but the focus will be on free motion quilting. Learn several different patterns suitable for beginners. With a little practice, you'll be quilting those unfinished projects in no time. Let's start turning those tops into quilts!
Cost: $ 70.00
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: $ 175.00
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: $ 175.00
Black Friday Sew Day
Join us for a fun-filled day sewing far away from the holiday shopping madness. Bring your project, supplies, and machine, and enjoy sewcial time 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. Bring your own lunch, drinks & snacks. Space is limited to 12 participants.
Cost: $ 25.00
Join us for a fun-filled day sewing far away from the holiday shopping madness. Bring your project, supplies, and machine, and enjoy sewcial time 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. Bring your own lunch, drinks & snacks. Space is limited to 12 participants.
Cost: $ 25.00
Building Blocks: Flying Geese
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.
Cost: $ 30.00
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.
Cost: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
Butterfly Fields Block of the Month - In Person
Join Trisha for this skill-building sew-along using the Wonder Curve Ruler. Create 20 whimsical butterfly blocks, the perfect fusion of modern and traditional. Build your piecing skills and learn curved piecing the Sew Kind Of Wonderful way while getting your social sewing fix. There is a kit available for participants to purchase that includes all the fabrics to make the pattern cover quilt or use your stash as this quilt is very scrap friendly.
Cost: $ 60.00
Join Trisha for this skill-building sew-along using the Wonder Curve Ruler. Create 20 whimsical butterfly blocks, the perfect fusion of modern and traditional. Build your piecing skills and learn curved piecing the Sew Kind Of Wonderful way while getting your social sewing fix. There is a kit available for participants to purchase that includes all the fabrics to make the pattern cover quilt or use your stash as this quilt is very scrap friendly.
Cost: $ 60.00
Butterfly Fields Block of the Month - Virtual
Join Trisha for this skill-building sew-along using the Wonder Curve Ruler. Create 20 whimsical butterfly blocks, the perfect fusion of modern and traditional. Build your piecing skills and learn curved piecing the Sew Kind Of Wonderful way while getting your virtual social sewing fix. There is a kit available for participants to purchase that includes all the fabrics to make the pattern cover quilt or use your stash as this quilt is very scrap friendly.
Cost: $ 30.00
Join Trisha for this skill-building sew-along using the Wonder Curve Ruler. Create 20 whimsical butterfly blocks, the perfect fusion of modern and traditional. Build your piecing skills and learn curved piecing the Sew Kind Of Wonderful way while getting your virtual social sewing fix. There is a kit available for participants to purchase that includes all the fabrics to make the pattern cover quilt or use your stash as this quilt is very scrap friendly.
Cost: $ 30.00
Crumb Quilting Tiny Gifts with Leah Evans
Improvisational quilting has never been so fun and low-risk! Using scraps provided by Leah and Blue Bar, students will create small, quilted pieces that can be turned into magnets, jewelry, ornaments, patches, and more. The timing of the class allows you to finish these projects as gifts for the holidays! Leah will share her techniques for turning the tiniest scraps, or quilting crumbs, into small dynamic compositions. Familiar techniques like strip piecing and log cabin-style progression will be applied on a micro-scale.
Cost: $ 95.00
Improvisational quilting has never been so fun and low-risk! Using scraps provided by Leah and Blue Bar, students will create small, quilted pieces that can be turned into magnets, jewelry, ornaments, patches, and more. The timing of the class allows you to finish these projects as gifts for the holidays! Leah will share her techniques for turning the tiniest scraps, or quilting crumbs, into small dynamic compositions. Familiar techniques like strip piecing and log cabin-style progression will be applied on a micro-scale.
Cost: $ 95.00
GE Designs: Kira Quilt
Join Laura, our certified Stripology instructor, to create this amazing quilt using a Stripology ruler and 10” squares. Kira looks harder than it is- no triangles or matching seams! Choose your size: Crib, Lap, Full, Queen or King and master the cutting and construction of this beautiful block.
Cost: $ 65.00
Join Laura, our certified Stripology instructor, to create this amazing quilt using a Stripology ruler and 10” squares. Kira looks harder than it is- no triangles or matching seams! Choose your size: Crib, Lap, Full, Queen or King and master the cutting and construction of this beautiful block.
Cost: $ 65.00
GE Designs: Nellie Quilt
Join Laura, our certified Stripology instructor, to make the Nellie quilt using assorted 10" squares along with background fabric and fast, innovative piecing and cutting. Successfully construct this delectable mountain style quilt with the Stripology or Stripology Squared rulers. Choose your size: Lap, Twin, Full, or Queen/King
Cost: $ 65.00
Join Laura, our certified Stripology instructor, to make the Nellie quilt using assorted 10" squares along with background fabric and fast, innovative piecing and cutting. Successfully construct this delectable mountain style quilt with the Stripology or Stripology Squared rulers. Choose your size: Lap, Twin, Full, or Queen/King
Cost: $ 65.00
Intro to Foundation Paper Piecing
Foundation paper piecing is a technique that will open up your patchwork world. If you've ever looked at a complicated or tiny pieced quilt and wondered how they did that, it was probably with paper piecing! Once you learn this technique, you can use it for any number of projects. The pattern and printed foundations are included in the class fee.
Cost: $ 60.00
Foundation paper piecing is a technique that will open up your patchwork world. If you've ever looked at a complicated or tiny pieced quilt and wondered how they did that, it was probably with paper piecing! Once you learn this technique, you can use it for any number of projects. The pattern and printed foundations are included in the class fee.
Cost: $ 60.00
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
Master Your Stripology Rulers
Join Laura, our certified Stripology instructor, to learn how to use Stripology rulers to accurately and efficiently cut fabric into strips, squares, and rectangles as well as master cutting 1/4” and 1/8” increments. During the first part of class you will learn all the techniques and features of your Stripology rulers by making basic units like Half-Square Triangles, Quarter-Square Triangles, and Flying Geese the GEasy way. In the second part of class you will put your new knowledge to use making a class project, the Back Home table topper/wall hanging, made with Flying Geese units. Once you have completed this class you will have the skills to Stripologize any project!
Cost: $ 65.00
Join Laura, our certified Stripology instructor, to learn how to use Stripology rulers to accurately and efficiently cut fabric into strips, squares, and rectangles as well as master cutting 1/4” and 1/8” increments. During the first part of class you will learn all the techniques and features of your Stripology rulers by making basic units like Half-Square Triangles, Quarter-Square Triangles, and Flying Geese the GEasy way. In the second part of class you will put your new knowledge to use making a class project, the Back Home table topper/wall hanging, made with Flying Geese units. Once you have completed this class you will have the skills to Stripologize any project!
Cost: $ 65.00
Place Based Mini Quilt with Leah Evans
Create a small-scale (3"-5") landscape or map quilt using a variety of techniques. Leah will introduce her personal style of reverse applique and cater to different experience levels. Fabric and color selection, repurposing, composition, and hand stitching will also be addressed. Come with ideas or memories of places that have moved you, but more importantly come with a desire to experiment and have fun!
Cost: $ 110.00
Create a small-scale (3"-5") landscape or map quilt using a variety of techniques. Leah will introduce her personal style of reverse applique and cater to different experience levels. Fabric and color selection, repurposing, composition, and hand stitching will also be addressed. Come with ideas or memories of places that have moved you, but more importantly come with a desire to experiment and have fun!
Cost: $ 110.00
Quilt Techniques: A Cut Above
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: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
Quilt Techniques: Alternative Quilt Finishes
Looking for new alternatives for finishing your quilts? In this class, you’ll learn 3 new methods for finishing a quilt, including: Facing which gives your quilt a clean, crisp edge by finishing the raw edges instead of binding. Facing gives a nice finished edge without visible binding on the front while providing a neatly finished back. Knife Edge Finish which uses the excess fabric from the top and back of the quilt to create a clean tailored finish on your quilt. This look is common with antique and modern quilts. Prairie Points which add texture and dimension to your quilt. These folded triangles can be made in many sizes and are a fun way to embellish a quilt edge.
Cost: $ 30.00
Looking for new alternatives for finishing your quilts? In this class, you’ll learn 3 new methods for finishing a quilt, including: Facing which gives your quilt a clean, crisp edge by finishing the raw edges instead of binding. Facing gives a nice finished edge without visible binding on the front while providing a neatly finished back. Knife Edge Finish which uses the excess fabric from the top and back of the quilt to create a clean tailored finish on your quilt. This look is common with antique and modern quilts. Prairie Points which add texture and dimension to your quilt. These folded triangles can be made in many sizes and are a fun way to embellish a quilt edge.
Cost: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
Quilt Techniques: Improve Your 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: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
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