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QUILTING

Basic Quilt  
Learn basic quilting techniques while creating a Log Cabin or Irish Chain quilt using a quick assembly-line method.
3 sessions (3 hr) $50.00   Karen Schmid
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Rag Quilt
A beginning quilt for those with basic machine knowledge. Ages 12-99
1 session (3 hrs) $15.00 Carol Adams/Karen Schmid

 

NOVELTY WORKSHOPS

Folded Flower Pillow
Learn how to make folded fabric flowers and incorporate them into a pillow top. Practice first in paper and learn lots of tips for easier fabric folding.
1 session (3 hr) $15.00 Karen Schmid
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Origami Aloha Shirt Quilt
Learn to fold an oragami hawaiian shirt using fabric. How to incorporate these shirts into a pillowtop or quilt will be discussed in this workshop. Please purchase pattern
"Aloha Shirts" by Beyond the Reef and bring to class
along with a small iron and mat
1 session (1-1/2 hrs) $10.00 Wendy Mathews

Retro Apron
You will make an adult or child's apron in this exciting workshop. Your apron is fun and VERY easy to make!
*Please have fabric pre-washed and cut before class. You will also need to buy the apron pattern.
1 session (3 hrs) $15.00 Diane Believeau

 

FRENCH SEWING

French Sewing I by Machine  
Learn the basic techniques: roll and whip, apply entredeux, attach insertions and edgings using swiss and french laces.
Pintucks and folded tucks will be learned as well as how to sew a placket and french seam.
Bring your sewing machine to both classes.
A kit will be provided with thread, needle, fabrics and laces and a soft-bound textbook
2 sessions - $50.00 Janet Polder (3 hours each session)
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French Sewing II by Machine - lace shaping and puffing  
Prerequisite: French Sewing I
Learn lace shaping and puffing strips
2 sessions - $40.00 Janet Polder (3 hours each session)
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Heirloom Yoke Construction
Prerequisite: French Sewing I
You will create a basic square yoke dress/christening gown using techniques learned in the beginning french sewing class.
This cannot be made entirely in class to plan on homework!

3 sessions - $50.00 Janet Polder (3 hours each session)
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SMOCKING


Beginning English Smocking - Classic Bishop  
You will learn the basic geometric smocking stitches by making your choice of a bishop girls dress. . Learn how to attac, lace and finishing details. Pattern, plate and pleated sampler
included.

4 sessions- $50.00 Lynn Postulka/Diane Beliveau

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Advanced English Smocking/Stacking       Kit Included -  Bring Scissors
Prereq: Beginning Smocking
Learn how to picture-smock using advanced smocking techniques. Sampler included.
Two 3 hr-sessions $30.00 Lynn Postulka/Diane Beliveau
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Classic Yoke Construction     
This class teaches you advanced construction techniques found in our classic yoke patterns. You will learn how to make piping, inserts, extended yoke linings, adjust hemlines, etc.
Four 3-hour sessions - $50.00 Lynn Postulka/Diane Beliveau
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Pre-registration is a must! Class size is limited, so enroll early.   Pay in the store or mail in a check.  All classes must be pre-paid.  Sorry, no credit cards on class registration.

If classes don't meet minimum enrollment we reserve the right to cancel and will refund or transfer your deposit.  With 48 hour notice prior to class time, you may transfer your class to another date and time.   Without notice, half the class is non-refundable.  Upon postponing, class credit is valid for 3 months from class date.

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