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| August 2010 Classes At A Glance Complete schedule and details below |
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| Mullica Hill Quilt Company Summer 2010 Roster of Classes Courtney’s Journey (Shadowbox) Instructor – Patsy Madden Cost - $40.00 If you are a fan of batik fabric, this is the one for you! This impressive quilt of large rectangles with a shadowing effect is surely an eye-catcher. You will want to work on this quilt quickly just so that you can see exactly how your fabric selection comes together. Of course you can choose from any fabrics not just batiks and isn’t that part of the fun! A fat-quarter friendly pattern. Level: AB-E Supplies: M, RB, SB, P Mon, 7/12, 7/26, and 8/9 – 6 to 8:30 pm or Sat, 8/14, 8/21, and 8/28 – 10 am to 12:30 pm Happy Stacker Instructor: Sara Cobb Cost: $40.00 Come create a baby ring toy using this playful pattern by Heather Bailey. Learn basic pattern reading techniques, how to interface projects, and practice adding your own fun embellishments! This is a great class for those interested in creating and customizing projects for a little-loved one! Level: I – E Supplies: P, RB, M, SB Mon, 7/19, 7/26, and 8/2 – 10 am to 12 pm or Thurs, 7/29, 8/5, and 8/12 – 7 to 9 pm Twilight Instructor: Kathy Ziegenfuss Cost: $40.00 From the book Positively Pineapples by Possibilities, this pineapple block quilt can be made in a scrappy fashion using fat quarters, fat eighths, or stash fabrics. It’s also stunning when made from a collection of two or three color fabrics for a modern look. Two different techniques - using the pineapple rule or foundation piecing will be discussed. We will also explore using the center of the pineapple block as a frame for fabric photo transfers, fussy cut designs, or embroidery. Level: I – E Supplies: B, RB, M, SB, Pineapple Rule Thurs, 7/1, 7/8, and 7/22 – 10 am to 12:30 pm Morning Glory Instructor: Lois Waddell Cost: $40.00 This is a pattern traditionally known as Jack’s Chain. We’ll employ a combination of rotary cutting and traditional template techniques. We’ll also cover the piped edge which is an ideal finish for any irregular edge. This pattern is also perfect for hand piecing, if desired. Sample is machine pieced. Level: I – E Supplies: P, RB, M, SB Weds, 8/18, 8/25, and 9/1 – 10 am to 12 pm Sidewalk Satchel Instructor: Sara Cobb Cost: $40.00 Spice up your summer accessories by creating your own fashionable purse! Using the Sidewalk Satchel pattern by Anna Maria Horner learn basic fashion techniques, including pleating, lining, and inserting magnetic hardware. Finish off your stylish purse by adding a fabric rosette, the perfect addition to a modern bag! Level: AB-E Supplies: P, M, RB, SB Mon, 8/9, 8/16, and 8/23 – 10 am to 12 pm or Thurs, 8/19, 8/26, and 9/2 – 7 to 9 pm A Snowy Noel Instructor: Joanne Enos Cost: $45.00 This is a lovely wall hanging that spells out, “Noel” with cute little snowmen frolicking among the letters. If you want to learn paper piecing or already love it, this is a fun project to make and add final touches of sweet embellishments. Level: AB-E Supplies: P, M, RB, SB Weds, 7/28, 8/18, and Tues, 9/21 – 6 to 8:30 pm Start Quilting! with Lois Instructor: Lois Waddell Cost: $40.00 A staple on our calendar and a must have for the beginner! Have you always wanted to quilt but thought it was too hard? Here’s your opportunity to become comfortable with the quilting world. Even if you've never sewn before we'll make a quilt from beginning to end. Imagine your pride when you say, "I made it myself!" We'll rotary cut and strip piece the rail fence block in your choice of colors (the staff will be happy to help you select fabrics), add borders, machine or hand quilt the three layers together, and bind your new masterpiece. Level: B Supplies: B, RB, M, SB Tues, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, and 7/20 - 6 to 8 pm or Weds, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, and 8/11 – 10 am to 12pm or Weds, 9/1, 9/8, 9/22, and 9/29 – 6 to 8 pm Sophia Trench Coat Instructor: Sara Cobb Cost: $50.00 Add some sophistication to your fall wardrobe by sewing the Sophia Trench Coat from Serendipity Studio. With a large stand up collar and optional belt, this A-line trench coat is a must have. For a modern look select a large scale print, or use vinyl-coated cotton to create a raincoat! Techniques learned include: how to properly fit a pattern, finishing techniques, and reading a fashion pattern. Level: I - E Supplies: P, M, RB, SB Mon, 8/30, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, and 10/4 – 10 am to 12 pm Double Duty Instructor: Joanne Enos Cost: $45.00 Here we go with another wonderful Miss Rosie Quilt. This quilt is made with Log Cabin and Flying Geese blocks. You will learn two methods for making Log Cabin blocks and an easy, magic, no waste way to make Flying Geese blocks. You’re just gonna love how beautiful this quilt comes together. Level: AB - E Supplies: M, RB, SB, P Tues, 8/3, Tues, 9/7, and 9/28 – 10 am to 12:30 pm OR Tues, 8/3, 9/7, and 9/28 – 6 pm to 8:30 pm Rag Time (aka The No Stress Beginner’s Class) Instructor: Lois Waddell Cost: $40.00 No, it’s not made from rags. A rag quilt is quick, easy, fun, and stress free. This class is for anyone who doesn’t think they have enough patience to make a quilt and everyone who wants to join in the fun. Seams don’t even have to be perfectly matched to create a quilt that will be sure to become every one in the family’s favorite. If the squares were pre-cut by a Mom or Grandmother, this class would be perfect for any kid who can use a sewing machine. Kids who are confident using a rotary cutter are also welcome. Some homework between classes required if completion by the end of class is expected. Level: Any Supplies: P, M, RB, SB Weds, 6/30, 7/7, and 7/14 10 am to 12 pm or Thurs, 7/1, 7/8, and 7/15 – 6 to 8 pm or Sat, 9/11 - 10 am to 5 pm (Full day Workshop with a 1 hour break for lunch) Mystery or Not! Instructor: Joanne Enos Cost: $45.00 This favorite mystery quilt makes up so wonderfully that many of our students make it over again. That’s why we have decided to take the mystery out of it and offer it as a “non-mystery” class. If you would like to keep it a mystery, we can do that too, just let us know. We definitely know how to keep a secret and we can easily keep the finished quilt a secret from you. In either case, there’s no mystery how beautiful the end result is. Level: AB - E Supplies: M, RB, SB Tues, 8/10, 8/31, and 9/14 – 10 am to 12:30 pm OR Tues, 8/10, Mon, 8/30, and Tues, 9/14 – 6 to 8:30 pm Diamond Dazzler Instructor: Joanne Enos Cost: $45.00 Wow! This quilt is a dazzler! It is a Jelly Roll friendly quilt that is fun to make and you will love the outcome. We will also go over applying borders to square up a quilt with bias edges. Easy to do! Level: AB - E Supplies: M, RB, SB, B Tues, 7/20, 8/17, and 9/21 – 10 am to 12:30 pm OR Mon, 7/19, 8/16, 9/20 – 6 to 8:30 pm Diane’s Garden Instructor – JoAnneRoss Cost - $40.00 Diane’s Garden is an easy and fun way to get a stained glass look with no bias needed. Simple fusing with Steam-a-Seam 2 and a blanket or zigzag stitch on your machine does it all. This quilt uses bright, colorful florals and is a real eye catcher. The shop sample is done with Kaffe Fassett florals, (we have a great selection in the shop) but would be equally beautiful in any bright florals on a black or dark background. Level: AB - E Supplies: M, RB, P, SB Weds, 7/14, 7/21, and 7/28 - 1 pm to 3 pm or Tues, 8/17, 8/24, and 8/31 – 6 pm to 8 pm It’s A Wrap II, Sweetheart Basket Instructor: Kathy Ziegenfuss Cost: $30.00 This sweet, heart shaped basket comes from the very popular “It’s a Wrap II” book. It is made using the wrap and coil method with clothesline, fabric strips, and zigzag stitching. We had such a blast doing the round basket now let’s kick it up a notch and add some shape! Level: AB – E Supplies: B, M, RB, SB Thurs, 7/29, and 8/5 – 10 am to 12:30 pm I Spy Tumbling Blocks Instructor: Verna Gentle Cost: $40.00 This quilt has an easy construction method for your blocks. Gather up your theme fabrics to Spy on. When you’re done you’ll have a tumbling blocks quilt that focuses on the fun things you’ve picked. This is the perfect choice for a great child’s quilt! Level: AB - E Supplies: P, M, RB, SB Weds, 7/14, 7/21, and 8/4 – 6 to 8 pm or Thurs, 7/15, 7/22, and 7/29 – 1 to 3 pm Paris Traveler’s Bag Instructor: Lois Waddell Cost: $40.00 We’ll make a great weekend size suitcase or large project-carrying bag that you’ll use again and again. The design of the pattern is great, but we’ll improve on the construction directions and change it up a bit. Fear not the zipper! Cutting directions will be provided for pre-class homework. Level: I - E Supplies: P, M, RB, SB Tues, 7/13, 7/20, and 7/27 – 1 to 3 pm or Fri, 7/30, 8/6, and 8/13 – 6 to 8 pm Hangin’ On a Star – Be Thankful Wall Hanging Instructor: Kathy Ziegenfuss Cost: $40.00 Get ready for fall with this fun wall hanging. Three different appliqué techniques will be covered. Pick your favorite to attach the turkey and pumpkins. The hanging sleeve on the back slips onto a star quilt hanger allowing you to slide on a different quilt as you change your décor throughout the year. Level: AB - E Supplies: P, M, RB, SB, Quilt Hanger (optional) Thurs, 8/12, 8/19, and 8/26 – 10 am to 12:30 pm Mini Bow Tuck Tote Bag Instructor: Verna Gentle Cost: $40.00 This is a hot new tote and it’s all the rage! What makes this bag the sweetest is the cute little bow ties on the sides. It has a front pocket, and pockets inside to tuck your cell phone, mirror, and lipstick… anything a girl could need. Level: AB-E Supplies: P, M, RB, SB Weds, 8/11, 8/25, and 9/15 – 6 to 8 pm or Thurs, 8/12, 8/26, and 9/2 – 1 to 3 pm And Please Join Us for Our Friday Night Stitch Club… Friday Night Sit-n-Stitch Instructor: Lois Waddell Cost: $15.00 per session This is time just for us. Sit and sew on whatever project you like. Is there something that you have questions about, a new technique you’d like a hand with, or a project that just needs to get done. Anything you like, it’s up to you. We’ll enjoy some chattin’, snackin’, and stitchin’. Bring a bag lunch or we’ll all get together and order out. Whatever you like, it’s just for us stitchers. We can’t think of a better way to spend a Friday night! Sign up early, space is limited. Level: A Supplies: You and your project, of course One Friday Monthly: June 25th, July 23rd, August 27th, September 24th, October 22nd, November 19th, December 17th - 6 pm to Midnight …And Shelter from the Storm Sit and Stitch (Sunday Stitching will resume in the Fall – See you then!) Class Key A=Any Level B=Beginner AB=Advanced Beginner I=Intermediate E=Expert M=Sewing Machine RB=Rotary Basics P=Pattern B=Book SB=Sewing Basics L=Laptop CP=Computer Program T=Template Class Policies
The Borders, Back, and Binding Our Staff and Instructors Joanne Enos Verna Gentle Megan Guarney Debbie Redfield Lois Waddell ** Deborah Kean Patsy Madden JoAnne Ross Liz Thomas Jo Timko Lois Waddell Kathy Ziegenfuss |