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Beginning Quilting
Linda Schoeppach
Five- 3 hour Sessions
$60.00 plus book & Supplies
Have the desire to learn to Quilt? Learn the basic skills for machine piecing
in this 5-week class. Using Alex Anderson’s book Start Quilting, you will
learn the tools & how to correctly use them, choosing fabrics and construct
a small Sampler quilt. 4 student minimum
January 13th, 20th, 27th, Feb. 3rd, 10th 9:30am – 12:30pm
Beginning Quilting
Annette Duley
Five- 2 ½ hour Sessions
$60.00 plus book & Supplies
Have the desire to learn to Quilt? Using techniques from Alex Anderson’s
book Start Quilting, you’ll learn basic quilting techniques- color values, ¼’”
seam allowance, rotary cutting, strip piecing, half square triangles, pressing,
borders, sandwiching, quilting, binding and labels. Class project is a wall
hanging or table topper and consists of 16 monochromatic blocks (8 rail
fence and 8 friendship star) with an inner and outer border.
Thursday evenings: 6pm- 8:30pm
January 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, Feb. 5th
Beginning Machine Quilting
Cindy Osburn
One 3 Hour Session $25.00
Learn the art of machine quilting, Learn to use walking foot, perform free
motion quilting. We will go over pinning, marking, batting and quilting tools.
Learn the basic skills of machine quilting. Please know how your sewing
machine functions. Bring your machines manual to class.
Thursday November 13th 6pm – 9pm
Saturday December 6th 10am – 1pm
Wednesday January 7th 10am – 1pm
Beginning Hand Appliqué
Marion Bergstrom
Two- 2 Hour Session $25.00 includes pattern
There are several ways to approach appliqué, each with its own benefits. In
this class we will share techniques that are useful for basic appliqué while
stitching up 2 small flower blocks. In the first session you will learn Needleturn
Appliqué using freezer paper and in the second session you learn the
back basting technique.
Reschedule next quarter
Keep Quilting
Sharon White
Five - 3 Hour Sessions $60.00 plus book & supplies
Want to take what you’ve learned in a beginner’s class to the next level.
Using Alex Anderson’s book Keep Quilting you will build on those beginner
skills and advance your quilting skills,
Thursday mornings 9:30am – 12:30pm
January 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, Feb. 5th, 12th
Hand Quilting
Cindy Arneson
One- 2 Hour Session $25.00
Learn the basics of the traditional way of finishing your quilt top. Learn to
set your quilt in a hoop or floor frame, basic marking using templates or free
hand, and practice those small but even quilt stitches.
Tuesday January 13th 1pm – 3pm
Perfect Pillowcase
Kathy Reynolds
One- 2 Hour Session $ 15.00 includes instructions
Want to learn to sew? This is a great way to start. Come learn some basic
sewing skills and make a pillowcase. These pillowcases have totally
enclosed seams. This method is fast and easy; You will complete a
pillowcase in class.
Wednesday December 10th 10am – 12pm
Fusible Machine Appliqué
Sandy Davis
One 3-4 Hour Session $25.00
Introduction to MACHINE APPLIQUE
In this beginner’s how-to class, you’ll learn techniques for fusible machine
appliqué. It’s fast, easy, and you’ll take home a finished project. Topics
include tools and supplies, preparing the appliqué shapes, setting up your
machine, and using blanket and zigzag stitches, This is a technique you’ll
use often to create beautiful quilting, gift and home décor projects!
Thursday December 4th 10am – 2pm
Beginning Paper Piecing
Penny Camillone
One- 4 Hour Session $25.00
Learn the tricks and secrets of accurate paper piecing as you stitch up this
4 block sampler. By learning the basics, you’ll have the skills to approach
the foundation pieced project of your choice.
Monday November 10th 10am – 2pm
Saturday January 17th 10am – 2pm
Quilt Labels
Lorene Holbrook
One- 2 Hour Session $15.00
Need to jazz up your labels a bit? This is the class for you! You will make
2 labels in class. And learn of several other ways to make labels. This is a
fun way to let your creative juices run! Come and play!
Saturday January 24th 1pm – 4pm
Simple Binding
Lorene Holbrook
One- 2 Hour Session $10.00
Come and learn the simple quilt binding. Easy and fast. You will learn how
to sew your bindings on with mitered corners. You will cut, machine sew
then finish by hand a small quilt block sample.
Friday December 5th 10am – 12pm
Color Basics
Kathy Reynolds
One- 3 Hour Session $15.00
A little uneasy with color? Nervous about choosing the right colors for your
quilt project? Learn some basic skills on how to select colors for your
projects. Play some fun games with fabric & color!
Monday January 5th 10am – 1pm
One Block Wonder
Christy Kempff
One- 3 Hr Session $25.00 plus book
Take a wonderful piece of fabric, cut it into sixty degree triangles and sew
them together. Everyone will create a wonderful quilt with color, design and
art flowing across it in unique ways. Christy will share with you her
experience in creating the amazing kaleidoscope results.
Saturday January 31st 10am – 1pm
One Block Wonder Reunion
Following January’s class 1:30pm – 3pm
If you have taken a class with Christy, please join her and others for a
reveal of your finished (pieced) One block Wonder creation.
String Spider Web
Penny Camillone
One- 3 Hour Sessions $30.00
For the intermediate student. This is a fun, scrappy quilt using a 60 degree
equilateral triangle and paper sack. No peeking allowed once strips are cut.
A good way to use up those ¼ yard fabric pieces. Penny will provide
instructions.
Monday January 26th 10am – 2pm
Scallop Border
Lorene Holbrook
Two 3 hour Sessions $ 25.00
Do you love the look of a quilt with scallop borders but not sure how to
accomplish this. Lorene will show you how simple this border is using the
Easy Scallop tool. The second session is how to bind those scallop edges;
you will learn how to make bias binding using the bias tool. Give your quilts
a delicate feminine appearance.
To be rescheduled next quarter
Down the Drunkard’s Path
Linda Burch
One- 3 Hour Session $25.00 plus book
The Drunkards Path blocks are fast, easy, accurate and there is no pattern
to follow when using the “Cut a Round” tool. The possibilities are endless
when you rearrange and reassemble the blocks. Looks hard & it’s sew
easy.
Wednesday January 14th 10am – 1pm
Frame your Needlework
Allie Watkins
One 3 Hour Session $20.00
Do you have some needlework that needs special framing? Allie will help
you choose just the right fabric to set off that needlework. ‘Complete
instructions will be provided for small piping and borders
Monday January 12th 10am – 1pm
Mystery March Quilt
Linda Schoeppach
Two- 3 hour Sessions $30.00
You’ve collected all the clues on the Mystery March Shop Hop. But now
what? Not sure how to proceed or you’ve got some concerns on how this
Mystery quilt works. Just grab your clues, your investigative, super
sleuthing skills and tools, Linda will help you solve the “puzzle”.
Re-scheduled upon request 3 minimum
Scrappy Quilt Fun
Denise Gebing
One – 4 Hour Session $30.00
Got Scraps? Denise will give you the directions on how to make this great
quilt. This technique of taking 6” squares from your scrap/stash fabric,
cutting, and sewing will make an 8 or 8 ½ inch scrappy block that you will
love. You’ll be amazed at how easy this technique is; to make into quilts,
baby quilts and even table runners. Bring your light and dark 6” square
scrap fabrics to class. This quilt is also fat quarter friendly.
Wednesday December 17th 1pm – 5pm
Winner’s Bouquet
Linda Schoeppach
One- 3 Hour Session $30.00 plus pattern/templates
Have you always wanted to make a quilt with curves? Come and have fun
making this stunning quilt using templates and an easy piecing method
designed by Terry Atkinson.
Reschedule next quarter
Confetti Cake Quilt
Pat Grago
One- 6 Hour Session $30.00 plus pattern
There is nothing fattening about this confetti cake. This pattern uses
10” “layer cakes” or fat quarters. Its strip pieced quilt pattern is the answer if
you have wondered what you do with those 10” squares or a collection of
fat quarters. On point Trip Around the World Blocks and sashing make up
this delicious quilt.
Reschedule next quarter
Rose Petals
Judy Fritz
One - 4 Hour Session $25.00 plus pattern
Scared of curved piecing & appliqué’? No reason to be afraid in this class.
Judy will be teaching you how to construct this Drunkard Path Block using
coffee filters. You will be able to use this technique to make other appliqué
blocks. Don’t miss out on this fun class.
Wednesday January 21st 10am – 2pm
4 Patch Stacked Posies
Lorene Holbrook
One- 6 Hour Session $25.00 plus pattern
This is another twist on the kaleidoscope or stack n whack block. So very
easy & fun to make. Each block is different, with 4 placement options; it’s
an adventure from beginning to end. The bonus is No bias edges!
BSK required
Reschedule next quarter
Dancing with the Stars
Sharon White
One 4 Hour Session $30.00 pattern provided
No this doesn’t involve ballroom dancing; but the stars you’ll construct using
a 60 degree ruler will dance. Sharon will provide you with the pattern, you
choose the size 60” x 60” (size of the shop sample) or a smaller 40” x 40”
quilt. With the 60 degree ruler, either size makes up fast and easy. Come
learn how to use this too, and you’ll soon be Dancing with the Stars.
Wednesday December 3rd 10am – 2pm
Scrappy Night & Noon (Log Cabin)
Pat Grago
One- 6 Hour Session $30.00
This is another type of Log Cabin. Each block is made of multiple fabrics.
Because of the way it is pieced, the squares appear to be set on point. This
quilt can be made into a table runner or a bed quilt. Have fun using those
fabrics from your stash to construct this unique log cabin.
Tuesday December 9th 10am – 4pm
Super Sized Transfer Photo
Barb Cressy
One 4 Hour Session
$50.00 includes transferred photos
Learn the basics of multiple sheet printing on an inkjet printer to enlarge any
photo for a very personal quilt! Prior to class student will provide instructor
with 2-3 photos. Student will receive one of their photos printed onto
multiple sheets, ready to assemble in class. Discussed will be choice of
printer, photo editing, fabric choices and printing techniques.
Monday December 1st 10am – 2pm
Border Print Table Runner
Kathy Reynolds
One- 3 Hour Session $20.00
It’s that time of year to decorate our tables and buffets so let’s make a new
table runner. Using a border print fabric and a 60 degree triangle ruler you
will construct this table runner. Once you learn this technique you can
make placemats or runners any length you need. Instructions provided.
Tuesday December 9th 6p – 9p
Holiday Tableware
Denise Gebing & Kathy Reynolds
One 4 Hour Session $25.00 includes instructions
Here are a couple great holiday gift ideas. You can make these placemats
&/or napkins up very fast with fabric to match the personality of the recipient
or showcase your holiday table for the guests coming to your home for
the holidays.
Thursday December 11th 10am – 2pm
Rag Quilt
Penny Camillone
One- 4 Hour Session $25.00
Use flannel, homespun or woven fabrics and construct this cozy throw. The
squares are quilted first then the blocks & rows are sewn together. Then
just sit & clip the seam allowances. Instructions are included.
Friday December 12th 10am – 1pm
Crazy Quilt Curves
Linda Burch
One 4 Hour Session $ 28.00
Crazy Quilt curves are easy and no piecing. Use batiks and learn the secret
to get a variety of blocks. Embellish the curves with your fibers, yarns,
machine stitches, and trims.
Monday January 19th 10am – 2pm
Silk Ribbon Embroidery
Linda Burch
One – 3 Hour Session $25.00 + Material Fee
Learn a variety of silk ribbon embroidery stitches which can be framed into
a picture, added to wearables and home dec. $6.00 material fee paid to the
instructor.
Thursday December 4th 6pm – 9pm
Stitch Journey
Linda Burch
Two- 3 Hour Sessions $ 30.00
Stitch Journeys is a call to be adventurous with specialized machine
stitches, a variety of thread, and presser feet. The techniques are offered to
inspire and broaden your creative landscape. Included are free motion
quilting, trapunto, couching, twin needle, bobbin work, machine appliqué
and more. We will try a technique, experiment and play!
$5.00 fee for fibers, threads.
Wed. Jan. 28th & Wed. Feb. 4th 10am – 1pm
Beginning Beading
Linda Burch
One 3 Hour Session $25.00
Do you want to add some glitz & pizzazz to your quilts and wearable’s?
Learn the basic bead embroidery stitches which are easy and fun.
Optional kit available: $4.00 to instructor.
To be rescheduled
Foiling Around
Linda Burch
One- 2 Hour Session $22.00
Shimmer, Glimmer and glitz of foils add textural interest to all kinds of
fabrics. Learn many techniques that you can apply to clothing, quilts, or
design a unique piece of fabric. Foiling is easy to learn & master.
Friday January 9th 10am – 1pm
Bow Tucks Bag
Kathy Reynolds
One 5 Hour Session $ 20.00 plus pattern
This bag is a great purse or a diaper bag. It has a broad bottom so it won't
fall over. Fully lined, lots of pockets inside and one pocket on the outer front
to keep you organized. With a bit of assist you’ll have a finished bag by the
end of class. Pre-class prep (cutting) is required.
Reschedule next quarter
Chubby Charm Tote
Linda Schoeppach
One- 4 Hour Sessions $30.00 plus pattern
A new bag from
Penny Sturges:
Chubby Charmer is a great BIG bag! Its
wide bottom is fantastic for many uses! As an overnight bag, beach bag,
diaper bag, etc. The bottom is also wide enough to fit a 9” x 13” casserole
pan.
Tuesday December 2nd 10am – 2pm
Apron Class
Lorene Holbrook
One- 6 hour Session $20.00 plus book
Aprons, aprons, aprons ...They are a great way to show off your favorite
fabrics and personality ... not to mention keeping your clothes clean while
you cook. Here's a thought ... November 26th is National Tie One on Day™.
On the day before Thanksgiving, women across the country will be
celebrating the day by wrapping a loaf of bread in an apron and tucking a
prayer or a note of encouragement in the pocket—and then delivering the
bundle to someone in need of physical or spiritual sustenance—or both,
What better way to give Thanks than to give a special gift. You don’t have
to participate in this national event to take this class & learn how to make
one of the aprons from Cindy Taylor Oates “Retro Aprons” book.
To be rescheduled next quarter
Schlep Bag
Allie Watkins
One- 3 hour Session $20.00 plus pattern
Wonder what a schlep bag is? This is the original Going Green Bag. Treat
yourself to this fun class making this reversible tote bag using quarter yards
of fabric. You will have 2 unique bags. You’ll be using this bag to “Schlep”
you’re quilting supplies, groceries, just about anything that you need to
carry. This makes a great bag for kids too.
Monday November 24th 10am – 1pm
Quilted Sweatshirt Jacket
Allie Watkins
One- 6 ½ Hour Session $50.00 includes instructions
Transform a simple sweatshirt into a lovely or funky jacket. Learn how to
make the folded down jacket pockets and learn the easy continuous bias
binding technique. Once you know how to make this jacket; you’ll make
more to keep and to give as gifts.
Saturday November 22nd 10am – 4pm
Saturday January 10th 10am – 4pm
Tube Pocket Purse
Linda Burch
One 4 Hour Session $28.00 plus pattern
This fashionable purse has 3 front & 3 back pockets and a large tube
pocket in the center. You can have fun being creative and embellish your
purse with trims, fibers, beads or a pendant.
Saturday December 13th 10am – 2pm
Abby's Treasure Box
Lorene Holbrook
One 2 Hour Session $15.00 plus pattern
The perfect bag for kids treasures, make-up, thread and scissors, etc. Use
1 pack of 5" charm squares and a fat quarter for the lining. Add a zipper to
keep everything in place, and you've got a fun, scrappy 3" x 3" x 6" carryall.
This rectangular pieced bag will make a great quick gift for anyone on your
list.
Monday December 15th 10am – 12pm
Mandarin Jacket
Denise Gebing
Two- 4 hour Session $ 30.00 plus pattern
This darling Mandarin Jacket designed by Favorite Things: feature
"princess seams, semi-fitted mandarin collar jacket. Pattern contains 3
versions: with optional tailored version that has buttoned front flap, pocket
flaps and back slits with button details, a ruffled version is made without the
collar, has front ties and a frayed-edge gathered ruffle around all the
edges." A simple to sew jacket that will be a fabulous addition to your
wardrobe.
Friday January 23rd & 30th 10am – 2pm
Customize a Bag/Tote Demo
Judy Fritz
One- 2 Hour Session $5.00
Love making bags? Have questions about how to customize your favorite
bag pattern? Judy will discuss zippers, piping, pockets and more. Have
your questions, requests, or suggestions ready. Classes will be developed
from this session.
Saturday January 3rd 10am – 12pm
Redwork Club
Lorene Holbrook
Monthly - Third Friday $8.00/month
From the beginner to the experienced, come and share your love of
Redwork with this group. You will have lots of fun. The group is working
on Love is and Embroidered Dear Jane Blocks. Join the group at
anytime.
Dec 19th, Jan 16th 10am - 12pm
Stash Buster Club
Denise Gebing
Monthly - Third Friday $10.00/session
Do you have a collection of fabric that you’re not sure what to do with?
Then this is the group for you. Projects will use fabrics that you already
have in your possession. Denise will facilitate the group, provide
pattern suggestions, give tips on fabric stash organization, and provide
assistance as needed.
Friday Dec 19th, Jan 16th 1pm – 3pm
Midnight at the Oasis 6pm – 12am
One Friday each Month $25.00/month
Like to get together with other quilters? Have a project you want to work
on? Need some uninterrupted time for quilting? Come spend 6 hours of
quilting and socializing.
Limit 10 Pre-registration is required
Friday: Dec. 19th, Jan. 16th
Oasis Graduate School
Cindy Arneson
Third Tuesday of the Month $10.00/month
"Since everyone seems to have projects they need to finish from classes
they have taken, now is the time to get them finished. Come and sew and
finish those class projects at A Quilter's Oasis Graduate School! Come to
join the fun, see you at Oasis Graduate School. Limited to 8
Registration required.
Tuesday: 6:30pm – 9pm
Dec 16th, Jan. 20th
STITCH A BOOK
Lori Mulholland
What is Stitch a Book?
It’s the newest way to express your sewing talents! Stitch a book is a quilted
covered half sized 3 ring binder that comes in 3 different ring sizes.
You can:
Stitch a Journal book
Stitch an Address book
Stitch a Password book
Stitch a Planner book
Stitch a Note book
Stitch a Cook book
You select what your subject or subjects will be, choose your binder size,
then place the desired tabs and pattern. After you’ve made one, you will
see how fun, easy, and fast it is. You can personalize these for your own
pleasure, make them for gifts, or for resale to friends, family, or colleagues.
Do you journal? Take notes at meetings? Need a quick gift? Then learn to
make book covers. The technique is fast, fun and very easy to do. Highlight
those favorite fabrics you’ve been keeping for special occasions.
Thursday November 6th 11am – 3:30pm
Class Fee to be announced
Basic Sewing Kit
Straight Pins
Seam Ripper
6” x 24” ruler 18” x 24” mat Sharp rotary cutter
Neutral Thread Sewing Machine (cleaned & oiled)
Needles
Pen & Notepad
Note: It is helpful to bring several filled bobbins & your sewing machine book. Please label all your supplies to prevent loss.
Please Note:
Teachers do require
additional items for their class; these will be listed on Class specific supply
list.
Class supply list will be
given at time registration and payment is received.
Check Class supply list so
you are prepared for your class.