Class Policies
You must pay for the class when you register. Phone reservations are accepted with a credit card. The supply list is provided when you pay your class fee. We can mail or fax the supply list.
If we cancel a class you will receive a full refund of the class fee.
If you are unable to attend a class and give us 10 days notice, we will give you an in-store credit for your class fee.
We are unable to give any refund or store credit for classes with out-of-state visiting teachers if you should be unable to attend.
Ten days prior to the start of the class, the class is committed to go. After that time there is no refund or in-store credit for missing a class.
Out of consideration for the instructor and other students, children, spouses or visitors are not allowed at classes unless enrolled as a student.
Thank you for following and respecting our policies.
Class Levels
| Beginner | You must know how to sew on your machine. These classes include instruction in basic roary cutting and piecing. |
| Beginner Plus | These classes assume you already have basic piecing and rotary cutting skills. They expand your skills and techniques or give you special tips. |
| Intermediate | These classes assume you are experienced in piecing and rotary skills. These classes are a little faster paced or tackle more difficult patterns. |
"In a Clutch" Bernina Event
Love Bernina? Excited about embroidery? Just want to come and play?
Here's a fun event to try out the top of the line Artista Bernina machines and embroidery units and create a fun clutch purse!
Clutch purse kits will be provided, sewing machines will be set up, all supplies will be available and Maret will walk you through the construction of this classy little zippered clutch. Plus we will have door prizes, treats and special machine pricing for those who attend!
All skill levels are invited to participate. There is no class fee for this event, but space is limited so you must be registered to attend.
Join Maret in this FREE Bernina Event!
Friday, January 25 6-9pm
Applique Club
Marcia Harmening
If you love to appliqué and enjoy the company of other quilters this is the group for you. Marcia is an appliqué master and she hosts this club which meets once a month on Tuesday evenings. Come and sew on your own projects and share ideas wth other appliqué enthusiasts with Marcia on hand to make suggestions and assist you with your project.
Tuesday, February 19, March 18 and April 22 6:30-9:30pm
Asian Harmony
Sue Sant
This quilt is stunning in the Japanese taupes, but looks great in batiks or even spring florals as well. Sue will show you some simple design variations on the pattern so you can create our own unique design. The class will show you how to work with plaids, miter corners and give you great finishing ideas.
Sunday, February 3, 10, and March 2 12:30-3:30pm
Batik Stars
Sue Sant
Classic stars in different sizes created using beautiful batiks. Sue used about 35 different fabrics in this quilt. Start collecting now and Sue will help you with the piecing and placing of your own heavenly batik stars.
Tuesday, February 26, March 4 and 18 10:30am to 1:30pm
Batik Stars
Sue Sant
Classic stars in different sizes created using beautiful batiks. Sue used about 35 different fabrics in this quilt. Start collecting now and Sue will help you with the piecing and placing of your own heavenly batik stars.
Friday, February 1, 8 and 22 6:30-9:30pm
Beginning Needle Turn Applique
Marcia Harmening
Learn the basics of needle-turn appliqué – a very portable hand sewing process. Marcia will show you how to use the pattern, how to mark and place fabrics, and how to do the hand appliqué needle-turn stitch as you create your own appliqué block.
Tuesday, January 29 and February 5 6:30-9:30pm
Cascading Triangles
Connie Budahl
This is a great project to ease you into sewing curved seams. This is a fat quarter friendly quilt that you can make scrappy with some of your favorite fabrics and learn how easy it is to piece the gentle curves in this pattern.
Tuesday, March 25 and April 1 and 8 6:30-9:30pm
Convertable Purse
Barb Kuhlman
Here is another great bag from the same people who designed the Professional Tote. It’s convertible! First it’s a shoulder purse and then it’s a backpack. You'll have so much fun making this that you won't be able to stop with just one! Join Barb and make one of these stylish purses for you or a friend.
Saturday, January 19 and 26 11:00am-2:30pm
Creative Bindings by Machine
Jan Sant
Do you want to bind your quilt with little or no hand sewing? Jan will guide you through five different binding methods all as you make a sample of each one. Discover how to add detail and interest to your quilt with these finishing techniques. Learn how to calculate binding yardage, discover a quick, economical way to make bias binding and learn a technique for making a hanging sleeve combined with a label.
Saturday, March 22 3-6:30pm
Curved Flying Geese
Diana Bradley
Learn how to draw and construct curved flying geese in this techniques class. Diana will show you all you need to know to incorporate this striking (but simple) design element into your quilts. Don’t you have a quilt that would look better with a curved geese border?
Saturday, February 16 12-3pm
Fabric Covered Keepsake CD Box
Tamara Gagnon
Learn the technique of fabric covered boxes with this nifty CD box. There are lots more kits for different styles and sizes of boxes. Once you know the technique, you will want to make boxes for all of your friends! Chose fabric that represents their favorite season, hobby or color. What fun!
Tuesday, January 22 6:30-9:30pm
Floor Cloth Techniques
Tamara Gagnon
Learn how to prepare fabric so you can make it sturdy enough for floor cloths. Tamara will explain the process of treating your fabrics and give you hands on experience with treated fabrics which she will supply in the class. This is a great way to add a new look to an old room.
Wednesday, January 30 6:30-9:30pm
French Braid Quilts
Diana Bradley
Choose your favorite pattern from the beautiful book French Braid Quilts and Diana will help you choose and place the fabrics for the wonderful shaded effect. The class will cover piecing techniques and finishing ideas as well.
Friday, March 21, 28, and April 11 6:30-9:30pm
Gracie Handbag
Jan Sant
This bag is full of vintage charm. It is fully lined and features 6 inside pockets and a firm bottom. This patter is fun, quick and full of embellishment possibilities. Let your creativity set the limit – you may want to make more than one!
Sunday, January 20 1-4pm
Hawaiian Star
Marcia Harmening
This is another stunning Judy Niemeyer pattern. It looks complex, but Marcia will guide you through the constructions techniques (including paper piecing) and by the end of the session you will be well on your way to finishing this beauty.
Thursday, February 7, 21, March 6 and 20 6:30-9:30pm
International Mystery
Sherri Winfree- Class fee includes choice of kit
Are your bags packed? We are continuing this popular class with some new tour guides. We will choose three fabric collections just right for your trip. You choose which kit you want to work with and we give you the steps to sew your mystery together in class. There is some cutting homework before the first class. So stop by two weeks before your trip, choose your kit, and get ready to go!
Saturday, February 9 10am-3pm
International Mystery
Tamara Gagnon- Class fee includes choice of kit
Are your bags packed? We are continuing this popular class with some new tour guides. We will choose three fabric collections just right for your trip. You choose which kit you want to work with and we give you the steps to sew your mystery together in class. There is some cutting homework before the first class. So stop by two weeks before your trip, choose your kit, and get ready to go!
Saturday, March 8 10am-3pm
International Mystery
Peg Tuott-Class fee includes choice of kit
Are your bags packed? We are continuing this popular class with some new tour guides. We will choose three fabric collections just right for your trip. You choose which kit you want to work with and we give you the steps to sew your mystery together in class. There is some cutting homework before the first class. So stop by two weeks before your trip, choose your kit, and get ready to go!
Saturday, April 12 10am-3pm
Introduction to Machine Quilting
Marcia Harmening
Now is the time to get those tops quilted! Marcia’s lecture will discuss batting, threads, needles and designs. In the second class you will put into practice what you have learned. Plus you’ll have a chance to play with the Bernina Stitch Regulator (BSR foot) and see just how easy machine quilting has become!
Thursday, January 31 6:30-8:30pm
Saturday, February 2 10:30am-1:30pm
Just for Me
Sherri Winfree
This is our Saturday evening quilters' sewing session. Bring a dish to share and come and sew with a group of happy quilters. It doesn't matter what you are working on or where it came from. Just pack up your sewing projects and join Sherri for an evening of quilting and companionship with other quilters thinking "just for me"!
Saturday, January 19 4-9pm
Saturday, February 16 4-9pm
Saturday, March 15 4-9pm
Saturday, April 19 4-9pm
Kids Can Quilt-Bolt to Bed
Marcia Harmening
We will put kits together that kids can choose from – or they can choose their own fabrics to make this simple, but stylish quilt. Marcia will help them sew the blocks, sew the blocks together into the top, piece the backing and layer and pin the quilt, complete stitch in the ditch quilting and put the binding on. With some homework the quilt should be finished by the end of class. Make sure your child has a functioning sewing machine for this class, otherwise it is very frustrating for the student.
Saturday, February 23, March 1, 15, 22 and 29 10-1pm
Machine Embroidery Club
Barb Kuhlman
Love those embroidered jeans? What about embellished jackets and shirts? This is the club where you will learn all about your Bernina Embroidery Module. Barb loves embroidery and has tons of knowledge about stabizers, needles and embroidery basics! Each month is a different embroidery project and design.
Wednesday, January 16 6:30-9:30pm
Wednesday, February 20 6:30-9:30pm
Wednesday, March 18 6:30-9:30pm
Wednesday, April 16 6:30-9:30pm
$10 each session
Mariner's Compass
Jan Sant
This is an impressive traditional pattern that creates a wonderful secondary star. Paper piecing makes this challenging block successful. Learn speed cutting techniques and tips for easier paper piecing as you make this beauty.
Monday, March 17, 24 and April 7 6:30-9:30pm
Oh Sew Easy Pillows
Sue Sant
Pillows make a quick and easy fashion statement for any room. Sue will show you how easy it is to make one for every mood and any décor.
Saturday, March 1 4-7pm
One Block Wonder
Barb Kuhlman
Do you like kaleidoscope quilts? How about trying a kaleidoscope quilt you make from just one fabric? With this pattern, you can chain sew the triangles into rows then sew the rows together. How cool is that? Come and give this quilt a try. One fabric does it all.
Sunday, January 27 12:30-5pm
Paper Piecing Basics
Susan Westervelt Paper piecing is a technique that produces sharp points in the tiniest of patterns. Susan will provide patterns that will give you the basic skills to tackle any paper piecing pattern.
Sunday, March 30 12:30-4:30pm
Rail Fence
Diana Bradley
This is a simple pattern that can be striling based on your fabric choices. Look closely, the pieced middle of hte quilt is a crib size, the multiple borders bring it up to a queen size. Diana will help you understand how hte fabrics work together and the importance of planning borders.
Tuesday, January 22, 29, February 5 and 12 10:30am-1:30pm
Sew Creative Club
Join Gene as he hosts our new Sew Creative Club. He'll demonstrate the latest and greatest from Bernina with lots of samples. Learn about specialty feet, fun techniques and great projects. Each month he will have something new to share during this lecture/demonstration class! You do not need to be a Bernina owner to come play!
The first Saturday of every month.
January 5 1:30-3:30pm
February 2 1:30-3:30pm
March 1 1:30-3:30pm
April 5 1:30-3:30pm
Slender Starz
Connie Budahl
Join Connie and learn the Stargazey style: no templates. Background squares are sliced apart and stars appear when you stitch them back together. You have the choice of several block sizes to make this snappy quilt – the model uses 10” squares which end up 8 ½” blocks
Monday, February 25 and March 3 6:30-9:30pm
Slouchy Bags
Barb Kuhlman
Here’s an unusual bag that’s easy to make and it’s made out of a sweatshirt? Come and check out the great sample then join Barb for the afternoon to make this fun and funky bag.
Sunday, February 24 12:30-5pm
Stitch and Split Raw Edge Applique
Jan Sant
This a fun class that will get you hooked on raw edge appliqué. Make the same pattern as the class sample or chose your favorite pattern from the book. This raw edge applique' is casually uncomplicated and results in a funky fun look. You will have lots of ideas for using this technique.
Saturday, January 26 and February 2 4-7pm
Strip Piecing for Beginners
Diana Bradley
This is a great class for those just starting out. The class will cover how to choose fabrics, proper rotary cutting techniques and practice for that perfect scant quarter inch seam allowance. If you are already a quilter, but want more practice playing with textures and color these quilts are the place to start. They are fast and easy and give you almost instant feedback on how fabrics play together.
Monday January 28 6-10pm lecture only
AND Monday, February 4, 11 and 18 6:30-9:30pm
Under Cover in Houston VII
Connie Budahl
We haven’t done a Debbie Caffrey mystery in a long time. What better time to start again then in the cold of February when it’s so cozy to snuggle up with our sewing machines and make something warm? Join Connie and solve this mystery - a quilt that is not to complex, but (hint) has a great pieced border that finishes the quilt off just right.
Saturday, February 23 4-9pm
Victorian Table Runner
Tamara Gagnon
Make this beautiful table runner with the illusion of curved piecing – but sew all straight seams! The curves are created with folding. Tamara will show you the technique so you can make these easy “curved” pieces.
Tuesday, February 26 and March 4 6:30-9:30pm
