Beginning Quiltmaking Series #1- Buying A Sewing Machine
Whether you're in the market for your first machine, or you're upgrading from an entry-level one, this class can help you narrow down your options. You'll determine what options you really need and which you might not know existed. No supplies are needed for this class.
Cost: $ 12.00
Whether you're in the market for your first machine, or you're upgrading from an entry-level one, this class can help you narrow down your options. You'll determine what options you really need and which you might not know existed. No supplies are needed for this class.
Cost: $ 12.00
Beginning Quiltmaking Series #10 - Preparing To Machine Quilt
If you're interested in free motion quilting, there are some tools you need, and some that will make your experience much easier. In this session, we will discuss what the various feet are for, how to put them on your machine, and how to set your machine up for free-motion quilting. We will also discuss adjusting tension, marking tools, and make sure you're ready to begin free motion quilting!
Cost: $ 12.00
If you're interested in free motion quilting, there are some tools you need, and some that will make your experience much easier. In this session, we will discuss what the various feet are for, how to put them on your machine, and how to set your machine up for free-motion quilting. We will also discuss adjusting tension, marking tools, and make sure you're ready to begin free motion quilting!
Cost: $ 12.00
Beginning Quiltmaking Series #11 - Basic Free Motion Machine Quilting
Get started in free-motion quilting! It's very rewarding to be able to quilt your own quilt. In this class, we will learn some basic patterns and fillers, and get you started on your free-motion journey. If you've never done any free motion quilting before, then this class is highly recommended.
Cost: $ 12.00
Get started in free-motion quilting! It's very rewarding to be able to quilt your own quilt. In this class, we will learn some basic patterns and fillers, and get you started on your free-motion journey. If you've never done any free motion quilting before, then this class is highly recommended.
Cost: $ 12.00
Beginning Quiltmaking Series #12 - Trimming & Binding Your Quilt
In this class, you will learn how to trim your quilt, as well as how to make and apply your binding, including joining the ends and how to hand stitch your binding down. You'll also learn how to figure out how much binding fabric you need for your projects.
Cost: $ 12.00
In this class, you will learn how to trim your quilt, as well as how to make and apply your binding, including joining the ends and how to hand stitch your binding down. You'll also learn how to figure out how much binding fabric you need for your projects.
Cost: $ 12.00
Beginning Quiltmaking Series #2 - Sewing Machine Care & Maintenance
All sewing machines have the same basic functions, but they often look very different from machine to machine. This class will help demystify sewing machines for beginners, and help you understand tension and stitch functions. And if you?ve never used your automatic needle threader, we will get it figured out! Learn to give your machine a thorough cleaning and give it basic adjustments. We might even be able to save you a trip to the repair shop, or at least determine if it's necessary.
Cost: $ 12.00
All sewing machines have the same basic functions, but they often look very different from machine to machine. This class will help demystify sewing machines for beginners, and help you understand tension and stitch functions. And if you?ve never used your automatic needle threader, we will get it figured out! Learn to give your machine a thorough cleaning and give it basic adjustments. We might even be able to save you a trip to the repair shop, or at least determine if it's necessary.
Cost: $ 12.00
Beginning Quiltmaking Series #3 - Quilting Tools of the Trade
If you?re ready to jump into quilting, there are a few must-haves, and lots of other options! In this class we will go over the basic tools needed to make your first few quilts, and what you might want to consider as your skills improve. We will also unabashedly discuss which brands work and which ones don?t, as well as how to keep your tools working as well as possible so you don?t have to replace them too often.
Cost: $ 12.00
If you?re ready to jump into quilting, there are a few must-haves, and lots of other options! In this class we will go over the basic tools needed to make your first few quilts, and what you might want to consider as your skills improve. We will also unabashedly discuss which brands work and which ones don?t, as well as how to keep your tools working as well as possible so you don?t have to replace them too often.
Cost: $ 12.00
Beginning Quiltmaking Series #4 - Understanding Sewing Machine Feet
Have you ever taken a foot out of your sewing machine and wondered what it's used for? You are not alone. This class will take you beyond your quarter inch foot and starting you on the right path toward using your machine to its fullest potential!
Cost: $ 12.00
Have you ever taken a foot out of your sewing machine and wondered what it's used for? You are not alone. This class will take you beyond your quarter inch foot and starting you on the right path toward using your machine to its fullest potential!
Cost: $ 12.00
Beginning Quiltmaking Series #5 - Choosing Fabric For Your Quilt
Let?s face it, sometimes picking out fabric can be hard. There are so many choices that it?s hard to narrow it down. In this session we will discuss basic color theory and do some real live shopping at Blue Bar Quilts (virtually, of course). We will audition different fabrics to see what works best together.
Cost: $ 12.00
Let?s face it, sometimes picking out fabric can be hard. There are so many choices that it?s hard to narrow it down. In this session we will discuss basic color theory and do some real live shopping at Blue Bar Quilts (virtually, of course). We will audition different fabrics to see what works best together.
Cost: $ 12.00
Beginning Quiltmaking Series #6 - How to Use Rotary Cutters & Rulers
Before rotary cutters, most quilters used templates and scissors to cut their fabric. Lucky for us, Yoshio Akada invented the rotary cutter in 1979. But, as with any tool, it can be misused. In this class we will learn how to make sure our cuts are accurate, as well as how to use those rulers to their fullest.
Cost: $ 12.00
Before rotary cutters, most quilters used templates and scissors to cut their fabric. Lucky for us, Yoshio Akada invented the rotary cutter in 1979. But, as with any tool, it can be misused. In this class we will learn how to make sure our cuts are accurate, as well as how to use those rulers to their fullest.
Cost: $ 12.00
Beginning Quiltmaking Series #7 - Perfecting Your Seams
Let?s make sure those quilts fit together the way they should! We will start with testing your quarter inch seam allowance and making sure your pressing is only doing you favors. Then we will talk about nesting seams and when it?s best to press to one side or if it?s better to press open. If we have time, we will talk about piecing tricky angles and curves.
Cost: $ 12.00
Let?s make sure those quilts fit together the way they should! We will start with testing your quarter inch seam allowance and making sure your pressing is only doing you favors. Then we will talk about nesting seams and when it?s best to press to one side or if it?s better to press open. If we have time, we will talk about piecing tricky angles and curves.
Cost: $ 12.00
Beginning Quiltmaking Series #8 - Assembling Your Quilt Top & Back
Let?s put it all together! In this class we will discuss sashing and cornerstones, as well as keeping yourself organized while putting blocks together. We will also talk about adding borders (it?s not as easy as sewing it on and trimming it down to size) and creative ways to use fabric for backings.
Cost: $ 12.00
Let?s put it all together! In this class we will discuss sashing and cornerstones, as well as keeping yourself organized while putting blocks together. We will also talk about adding borders (it?s not as easy as sewing it on and trimming it down to size) and creative ways to use fabric for backings.
Cost: $ 12.00
Beginning Quiltmaking Series #9 - Basting The Quilt Layers
Learn how to baste your quilt without breaking your back! You can quickly and easily prepare your quilt for free motion quilting without crawling on the floor. This method works for any size quilt, and it for when you are going to quilt your project on your home machine. It is not necessary when you are going to send your quilt to a longarmer. This will primarily be a demo, though questions and discussion are welcome.
Cost: $ 12.00
Learn how to baste your quilt without breaking your back! You can quickly and easily prepare your quilt for free motion quilting without crawling on the floor. This method works for any size quilt, and it for when you are going to quilt your project on your home machine. It is not necessary when you are going to send your quilt to a longarmer. This will primarily be a demo, though questions and discussion are welcome.
Cost: $ 12.00
Cuddle Pillow Case Class via ZOOM
Join Shannon Brand Ambassador, Jackie Hillman, for a virtual pillowcase workshop! Learn all the tips and tricks on how to sew with Shannon Cuddle. You will get a chance to win a kit during the class, ask questions, and much more. Using Cuddle or Cuddle Luxe, we'll make a simple, cute pillowcase. You will finish a pillow project during the class. Don't miss out, it'll be lots of FUN!
Cost: $ 5.00
Join Shannon Brand Ambassador, Jackie Hillman, for a virtual pillowcase workshop! Learn all the tips and tricks on how to sew with Shannon Cuddle. You will get a chance to win a kit during the class, ask questions, and much more. Using Cuddle or Cuddle Luxe, we'll make a simple, cute pillowcase. You will finish a pillow project during the class. Don't miss out, it'll be lots of FUN!
Cost: $ 5.00
Graphic Jam Block of the Month via ZOOM
Join Trisha for this skill-building, foundation paper pieced modern design by Sassafras Lane. The class fee includes the pattern booklet and 10 monthly classes. Choose your own fabrics or purchase full kits or monthly block subscriptions for the pictured quilts.
Cost: $ 135.00
Join Trisha for this skill-building, foundation paper pieced modern design by Sassafras Lane. The class fee includes the pattern booklet and 10 monthly classes. Choose your own fabrics or purchase full kits or monthly block subscriptions for the pictured quilts.
Cost: $ 135.00
Pre-Felt Techniques via ZOOM
Ever wanted to know how felters make those crisp lines and corners in a felt design? In this course, you will learn how to do just that! This course will teach you the difference between machine-made and handmade pre felts, how to make your own pre felts, and how to use your pre felts in your felting projects. Come learn how to make striking design effects and expand your felting skill repertoire. Kit is included and can be picked up at the shop or shipped.
Cost: $ 85.00
Ever wanted to know how felters make those crisp lines and corners in a felt design? In this course, you will learn how to do just that! This course will teach you the difference between machine-made and handmade pre felts, how to make your own pre felts, and how to use your pre felts in your felting projects. Come learn how to make striking design effects and expand your felting skill repertoire. Kit is included and can be picked up at the shop or shipped.
Cost: $ 85.00