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These four sessions will teach you the entire process of making a quilt, from cutting out your fabric to binding. This class will use FreeSpirit Block Party: 40 Quilt Blocks, 5 Samplers, 20 Modern Designers (purchase required by each student) as a text.  The first class will cover constructing blocks the teacher selects; the second class...

Need a fresh table runner for Christmas or an extra holiday gift?  Come learn to make this cute wonky pine tree runner using the Crazy Christmas Trees by Cut Loose Press (purchase required for class) designed by Karla Alexander!  Student Supply List:  In addition to the pattern, each student should bring the following:  Fabrics:...

Does threading your serger still stump you? What about tension and stitch variations? No matter what brand you own (your serger does not have to be a BERNINA model but must be in good working order), this class will give you the information and confidence you need to drag it out of the closet and put it to use! This class will also cover the BERNINA...

Want to try something new? Learn how to crochet! This class will teach you all the crochet basics. All you need to do is come ready to learn! Materials: One skein of worsted weight yarn Size H crochet hook

This mesmerizing quilt is a Judy Niemeyer pattern. It is a paper-pieced project. Where to begin? Where does it end? Learn how to piece the Niemeyer way!

Join Marla to make pet beds. The beds are donated to local rescues and shelters for the cats and dogs in their care. Since we began this program, we have delivered hundreds of pet beds. We need people to sew, stuff, and cut.  If you want to sew, please bring your machine and basic sewing supplies.  

Meet with like-minded quilters to expand your color horizons and free your piecing imagination.  Kim and Kat will encourage you to break "the rules", and play with your fabric in ways you may not have considered. Bring some stash, your machine, and basic sewing supplies.

The Knitting Circle (MCC) If you have never knitted before, or if you are an old hand, join the Knitting Circle! Beginners will learn how to knit, and experienced knitters will have a friendly place to knit, and/or learn new skills or get help with current projects. Bring your own supplies, a project in progress, or purchase a beginner?s kit from the...

Turn a plain Jane composition book into a beautiful journal.  It’s a great place to practice new techniques and fabrics, too!   Try Boro stitching, use cork, do a little Zentangle...it’s all fun!

This classic bag, from Anna Graham of Noodlehead, is both casual and sophisticated.  A handy zippered pocket secures keys or loose change.  Add leather straps or make your own.

Boro is a technique used in Japanese mending.  We’ll make it a masterpiece by placing lovely scraps on a beautiful background and using hand embroidery stitching to secure them.

Enjoy up to six blissful hours of distraction-free sewing and fun.  It's almost a mini-retreat! Work on a new project or finish up an old one.  Kat will stay with you as late as midnight.  Bring whatever you're working on, your machine, basic sewing supplies, and a sense of fun! $10 Gift Card, dinner, and beverages included

Did you take beginning crochet or already know the basics and want the next step? In this class, you will learn how to increase, decrease and shape your crochet projects, change color and work in the round. You’ll leave class well on your way with a super cute pot holder or a set of colorful coasters. Materials DK or worsted cotton yarn (2 different...

These creamy, compact, acrylic pigment sticks from Faber-Castell can be applied to many surfaces using a wide variety of techniques.

For all of you who own Singer Featherweight sewing machines, here is an opportunity to learn how to maintain it. The instructor will show you how to take the machine apart, clean and oil it, and reassemble it.