Ann Arbor Sewing and Quilting Center
5235 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
 734-761-3094

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Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm, Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm, Sunday: 12 noon - 4 pm

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Winter 2010

Saturday Kid’s Classes

January 9
Pillowcase

February 6
Valentine's Day
Postcard
March 6
Wonder Wallet
April 3
Friendship Pillow
May 1
Mini Duffle

Sue Nickels- Folk Garden Borders
Sunday, March 21     Time: 12:00 - 6:00 pm     Fee $75.00

In this all day workshop, learn Sue’s Stitched Raw Edge appliqué technique while creating a folk garden border from Sue’s Quilt “Blue Tulips on Pink Skies”. Nineteenth century folk art quilts were the influence for this completely machine made quilt. Learn all the details of the technique including bias stems, points and circles. Make your quilts spectacular by adding beautiful appliqué borders. Project can be the start of the quilt or made into a small runner… For Advanced Beginner or Intermediate Sewers

SPRING Block of the Month
Beginning January 9, continuing February 6 and March 6

SPRING Block of the Month Kathy will guide students through the machine embroidery and construction of these seasonal wallhangings. The finished size is 32" x 43", perfect for a special spot on your wall or door to bring in each new season. "Spring" classes will be the second Saturday morning beginning on January 9, continuing February 6 and March 6. Instructor: Kathy
Time: 9am--10 am Fee: $29.00

NEW Folk Art Flowers
Wednesday, January 13     Time: 10:00  am - 4:00 pm    Fee: $32.00

NEW Folk Art Flowers
 This is a great project that will put you in the mood for spring. Learn the fun techniques that will take you through almost any Buggy Barn pattern you might like. Once you’re hooked, you’ll see how many great books and patterns there are to choose from. Class is planned for Wednesday, January 13.
 

Time: 10:00  am - 4:00 pm

Fee: $32.00
Instructor: Renee C.

Techniques by Michelle - Purses and Handbags
January 16 - January 30 - February 13 - February 20
Learn the skills you’ll need to tackle any handbag pattern! Michelle is our resident expert and will show students her secrets of success and the best products to construct a purse no one will believe you made yourself!

Piping Demo
Big piping, little piping - learn how to accent your seams with perfectly inset piping. Date: Saturday, January 16
Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am Fee: $10.00

Zipper Demo
The idea of putting in a zipper will never be scary again. Date: Saturday, January 30 Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am Fee: $10.00

Interfacing - Foam Demo
Learn which stiffening products work best with certain styles of bags and how to use them. Date: Saturday, February 13
Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am Fee: $10.00

Handles and Closures Demo
Whether your pattern calls for a handle you make or purchase, learn the best ways to insure that they’re sturdy and securely attached. Date: Saturday, February 20
Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am Fee: $10.00

Techniques by Mary - Garment Construction Demo
Learn all about making clothes and the tips and tricks you’ll need to know to finish and actually wear them! Each hour long class session will cover a different topic.

Set-In Sleeve - Most jacket and blouse patterns feature set-in sleeves. Learn how to pin, ease and press to get a really professional look. Date: Saturday, January 30 Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm Fee: $15.00 Garment Construction Tips and Tricks -Streamline garment making with tips on patterns, interfacing, facing, seam allowance, pinning, pressing, darts, buttons, buttonholes and more.
Date: Saturday, March 27
Time: 4pm- 6pm      Fee: $15.00

Pockets - Create a tailored look with a sharp welted pocket or a playful patch pocket.
Date: Saturday, February 6
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm      Fee: $15.00

Hemming - Learn several methods for hemming garments that will fool even the sharpest eye. Date: Saturday, February 20 Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm     Fee: $15.00

Lapped Zipper - Learn the typical (and most challenging) zipper installation for slacks and skirts.
Date: Saturday, March 6
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm     Fee: $15.00

Garment Construction Tips and Tricks -Streamline garment making with tips on patterns, interfacing, facing, seam allowance, pinning, pressing, darts, buttons, buttonholes and more.
Date: Saturday, March 27 T   ime: 4pm- 6pm pm      Fee: $15.00

Little Landscape
Sunday, January 17   Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm    Fee: $29.00

Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm Fee: $17.00
Instructor: Nancy L.

Little Landscape
Escape to a land far far away as you learn how to create a landscape on a smaller scale. Instruction is planned for Sunday January 17.

 BSR Quilting
Saturday, January 23   Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm    Fee: $24.00

BSR Quilting
Learn how to use your BSR foot to create free-motion quilting stitches. Students bring a layered printed panel or use a plain quilt “sandwich” for guided practice and instruction. Class will take place on Saturday, January 23.

Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm Fee: $24.00
Instructor: Nanette W.

Constellation
Sunday, January 24  Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm   Fee: $32.00

Constellation
Create a small wallhanging using the Square in a Square ruler. Mary has had extensive instruction in the use of this tool that she’ll share with students. Perfect points are easy with this slick method! Mary will teach it on Sunday, January 24.

Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm Fee: $32.00
Instructor: Mary L.

Crooked Nickel - Pick Your Favorite!
 Saturday, May 22 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm    Fee: $ 29.00

Crooked Nickel - Pick Your Favorite!
Make a placemat, tablerunner or quilt. Great class for beginners - easy cutting and piecing gets you dramatic results with this new project. We’ve planned two separate sessions for you to choose from.

Time:  Saturday, May 22 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Fee: $29.00
Instructor: Mary L.

Scrappy Circles
Wednesday January 27     Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm      Fee: $29.00

Scrappy Circles
Free form curves on stacked fabrics make a wonderfully diverse quilt. Though this project’s curves and interlocking random swirls look complex, it’s surprising easy once you’re armed with a few simple tricks. Class is scheduled for Wednesday January 27.

Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Fee: $29.00
Instructor:  Laura B.

Machine Quilting 101 - Thursday, April 1

Machine Quilting 101
All aspects of machine quilting will be covered including layering, marking methods, stitch types, background fillers and specialty feet. Learn a few great techniques that will expand with your experience. This is a fun class, and you’ll gain the confidence and skills you need to tackle machine quilting. (By the way, Crystal is an award winning quilter!) Kit of fabric and batting included.

Time: 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Fee: $54.00
Instructor: Crystal S.

 

I Want to Be A Quilter
Learn how to use the tools and understand the vocabulary of quilting. We’ll cover rotary cutting, sewing an accurate 1/4” seam, pressing and more to help you start your first project or refresh a memory. Sessions are planned for
Friday, January 29, 6:00 - 8:00 pm OR Saturday, March 13, 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Time: Friday, January 29, 6:00 - 8:00 pm OR
Saturday, March 13, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Fee: $15.00
Instructor: Judy G.

Pop Top Jacket
Monday, February 1 and 8    Time: 1:00 - 4:00pm     Fee: $32.00

NEW Pop Top Jacket
Make a flattering jacket that will trim your waistline and brighten your smile! This jacket features a lovely curved hemline, no darts, and is reversible as well. The pattern has all sizes so adjustments can be made to customize your fit. This blank palette is ideal to showcase a lovely fabric, surface embellishment, strip piecing, bargello or applique. Mary has scheduled instruction for Monday, February 1 and 8.

Time: Monday, February 1 and 8 Fee: $32.00
Instructor: Mary L.

NEW Ricky Timms Binding and Piping
Thursday, February 4    Time: 10 am - 12 noon    Fee: $24.00

NEW Ricky Timms Binding and Piping
This is a wonderful technique to learn that will add an extra eye-popping element to your quilts that will make everyone say "wow"... This tiny piping creates a huge impact! Class will be held Thursday, February 4.
 
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 noon Fee: $24.00
Instructor: Sylvia C,

Make Your First Quilt
Two separate sessions for your convenience
Beginning Thursday, February 4 OR Wednesday, April 14

Sue will begin with an introductory session discussing the tools, terms, and skills you will need to make your first quilt. In the continuing sessions, she will guide you through the construction of sampler blocks. This is a great opportunity if you know a little, or nothing at all about quilting!  Evening classes are planned for Thursday, February 4, 11, 25, and March 4. Time: 5:00 - 7:30 pm OR Morning classes are planned for Wednesday, April 14, 21, 28, and May 5. Time: 10:00 - 12:30 pm

Time: Thursday Evening 5:00 - 7:30 pm
Wednesday Morning
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Fee: $36.00
Instructor: Sue C.

This is your chance to become a quilter!

Applique Demo - Sunday February 7

Applique Demo
Mary will demonstrate many methods to achieve great results for machine applique - including how to use fusibles, sewing machine settings for blind stitch, blanket stitch, satin stitch, how to get the results you want by choosing the correct threads and stabilizers. Instruction will take place on Sunday, February 7.

Time: 12:00 - 2:00 pm Fee: $15.00
Instructor: Mary L.

NEW Serger Coverstitch Sweatshirt
Tuesday, February 9 and 23    Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm   Fee: $32.00

Serger Coverstitch Sweatshirt
Start with a sweatshirt, cover it with your favorite fabric and embellish it like crazy with your coverstitch serger. Figure out once and for all what you can do with this feature! Class will be held Tuesday, February 9 and 23.
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Fee: $32.00
Instructor: Michelle M.

Square In A Square ABC’s
Wednesday, February 10    Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm    Fee: $29.00

Square In A Square ABC’s
Become an expert with the wonderful technique ruler - a new technique for rotary cutting and strip piecing that allows quilters to achieve perfect points with improved accuracy, simplicity of construction, and speed. Start with a square and cut to make any number of block designs with options and variations to provide you with the ability to construct increasingly complex patterns. Class is scheduled for Wednesday, February 10.
Instructor: Mary L Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Fee: $29.00

Color Theory
Thursday, February 11   Time: 8:30 - 10:00 am    Fee: $24.00

Color Theory
Stumped by color? In a rut? Learn some foolproof methods for combing colors that will please and tease the eye. Come play in the fabric room during this hands-on class. Scheduled for an early morning session so we’ve got the place to ourselves, Thursday, February 11.

NEW Threaded Timbers
Friday, February 12    Time: 1:00 - 5:00 pm    Fee: $32.00

NEW Threaded Timbers
Fusible applique and piecing combine to create a stunning wallhanging in this class with pattern designer Mary Lou Hallenbeck. Friday, February 12.

Time: 1:00 - 5:00 pm Fee: $32.00
Instructor: Mary Lou Hallenbeck

Back by Popular Demand ABC Embroidery Block of the Month
2nd Friday Evening January through May

Back by Popular Demand ABC Embroidery Block of the Month
Calling all embroidery machines! This class is appropriate for any make or model of embroidery machine with a 4” or larger hoop. Each month, students will receive a CD-ROM with the written instructions and pattern along with four to six embroidery designs. Join Kathy for the instructional sessions on the 2nd Friday Evening January through May. Come in to see the sample if you need any persuasion - it’s a dandy! Class is planned for Friday, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9 and May 14. Fee includes instruction, patterns and embroidery designs
Instructor: Kathy R. 
Time: 6pm- 7 pm
Fee: Monthly $25.00 or Save by prepaying for all 6 months for $125.00

Exclusive Mandala Wallhanging - Saturday, February 13

Exclusive Mandala Wallhanging
Nanette has designed a beautiful
project featuring wonderful fabrics., and we were the first to see it! Class participants will enjoy her expert instruction while making this unique wallhanging. Class will be scheduled  Saturday, February 13.

Time: 12:30 - 6:00 pm Fee: $32.00
Instructor: Nanette W.

Moon in the Window
Sunday, February 14   Time:  12:00 - 4:00 pm    Fee: $29.00

Moon in the Window
Jo picked some lovely Asian fabrics to create a stunning wallhanging. Students will learn how to sew curved seams as they use two different size quarter circle units to construct the quilt. Blocks are fat quarter friendly! Class will be Sunday, February 14.
Instructor: Jo L.    Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm    Fee: $29.00

NEW Claire Handbag
Monday, February 15    Time: 10:00 am-4:00 pm     Fee: $29.00

NEW Claire Handbag
This open top tote is great for a purse, tote or project bag. It’s loaded with pockets, and can be sophisticated or lighthearted depending upon your fabric choice and mood! Fabrics are stacked and swapped so the front and back are opposites of each other, and no fabric is wasted. Class will be held on Monday, February 15. Instructor: Michelle Time: 10am-4 pm Fee: $29.00

NEW and FUN Mini-Duffle
Thursday, February 18 OR Tuesday, April 13    Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm    Fee: $24.00

NEW and FUN Mini-Duffle
Make it in any size from weency to little! The small duffle will hold two twinkies nicely! Join us on Thursday February 18 OR Tuesday, April 13. Instructor: Mary L. Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Fee: $24.00

Sue Weilinski Charity Quilts Sew-In
Friday, February 19        Time: 10 am - 5pm

Sue Weilinski Charity Quilts Sew-In

Sue was a loyal customer who passed away and is greatly missed by her friends at Viking Sewing Center. Her husband wanted her fabric to be put to good use, so we are hosting a Sew-In to make quilts with Sue’s fabric to be donated to charity. Join Nanette in our classroom to sew away the day for a charitable cause! This event will be held Friday, February 19 Time: 10 am - 5pm Please call to register as our space is limited.

Stabilizer In’s and Out’s
Friday, February 19   Fee: $24.00   Time: 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm

Stabilizer In’s and Out’s
So many stabilizers! Learn how and when to use the great variety of products to make your embroidery experiences perfect! Class will be held Friday, February 19. Instructor: Kathy Fee: $24.00 Time: 6pm- 8pm

Sew a Nightie for your 18" Doll
Saturday, February 20      Time: 12:30 - 3:30 pm       Fee: $29.00

Sew a Nightie for your 18" Doll
Make a cozy nightgown for a favorite 18" doll. Great beginner class and a great chance to spend some "together time" with your favorite young lady. Instruction will cover garment construction on a smaller scale and is planned for Saturday, February 20. Adult is free with child’s registration.
Instructor: Vickie K. Time: 12:30 - 3:30 pm      Fee: $29.00

I Spy Fun
NEW DATE   Sunday, February 14     Time: 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm      Fee: $32.00

I Spy Fun
Renee is teaching one of her favorite projects! I Spy quilts provide hours of fun searching and story telling, even after it’s finished! Class will be held on Sunday, February 14 from 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm Instructor: Renee C.      Fee: $32.00

Chicken Pot Holders or Potpinchers
Tuesday, February 23     Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm     Fee: $24.00

Chicken Pot Holders or Potpinchers
Anything that makes cooking more fun is a good thing, right? Choose your favorite to make a nice gift or a little something to brighten up your kitchen. Instruction is planned for Tuesday, February 23.
Instructor: Mary L. Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Fee: $24.00

I Love McKenna Ryan Applique
Wednesday, February 24     Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm      Fee: $32.00

I Love McKenna Ryan Applique
There are so many wonderful pattern collections that feature her beautifully detailed images. Join Nancy as she shows students how to approach the construction of a block - from how to transfer the design, how to use fusible web, and how to embellish a finished block. Nancy will be demonstrating with a block from Sea Breeze, but you can use any of McKenna Ryan’s designs. Instruction is planned for Wednesday, February 24.
Instructor: Nancy L. Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm Fee: $32.00

Creative Postcards
Sunday, February 28     Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm      Fee: $29.00

Creative Postcards
Create a keepsake to save or send. Making postcards are a great way to express creativity and have something to show for it without a huge investment in time and materials. This class is a great one for using up precious scraps, great for beginners and is planned for Sunday, February 28.
Instructor: Margaret B. Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm Fee: $29.00

NEW Asian Medallion
Sunday, February 28     Fee: $32.00      Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm

NEW Asian Medallion
Make a dramatic statement with a collection of Asian or other focal fabrics set against a constrasting background. Half-square triangles combined with square piecing makes this a good project for a beginners, and is fat-quarter friendly. Instruction is set for Sunday, February 28.
Instructor: Jo Fee: $32.00 Time: 12pm-4pm

Nanette and her Bargello Jacket - Monday, March 1 and 15
Monday, March 1 and 15   Time: 12:30 - 3:00 pm   Fee: $32.00

Nanette and her Bargello Jacket
This project has become a store sensation! Students will start with a sweatshirt, but that’s not what they’ll end up with! Students will be guided through the conversion process as well as how to piece the bargello. Instruction will be Monday, March 1 and 15.

Time: 12:30  - 3:00 pm Fee: $32.00

Instructor:  Nanette W.

NEW Vest
Wednesday, March 3 and 10   Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm    Fee: $32.00

NEW Vest
Make a vest that becomes your palette for embellishment. Experiment with flanges, thread art, Paintstik, whatever you wish! Vest features a zipper if you want, a yoke and collar and is a quilt as you go project. Class will be held Wednesday March 3 and 10.

Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Fee: $32.00
Instructor: Mary L.

Beautiful! BQ2
Friday, March 5     Time: 12:00 - 5:00 pm     Fee: $32.00

Beautiful! BQ2
Jo used a stunning focal fabric to create this beautiful project. Fabric selection is a breeze since you only need to pick out three in all. This quilt features big blocks so construction goes quickly and the results are spectacular! Choose a favorite theme or color way for your project and make it uniquely yours! Class is planned for Friday, March 5 and is a good one for beginners. Instructor: Jo L.
Time: 12pm - 5 pm Fee: $32.00

I Want To Learn How to Sew
Saturday, March 6   Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 noon   Fee: $15.00

I Want To Learn How to Sew
Learn how to read a pattern, determine straight of grain, fabric selection, pinning and pressing, how to sew an accurate seam and more. Class is scheduled for Saturday, March 6.
Instructor: Judy G. Fee: $15.00 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 noon

NEW Tin Roof
Sunday, March 7   Time: 12:00- 4:00 pm    Fee: $32.00

NEW Tin Roof
You’ll be surprised at the delightfully variable results you get making the same block with different fabrics! Using precision cutting and piecing with Square In A Square techniques, you see how easy it is to get perfect points. Class will be Sunday, March 7. Instructor: Mary L. Time: 12:00- 4:00 pm Fee: $32.00

Weekend Duffel Bag
Sunday, March 7, 14 and 28    Fee: $39.00    Time: March 7, 12:00 - 2:00 pm,   March 14, March 28 12:00 - 3:30 pm

Register Early - This One Fills Fast! Weekend Duffel Bag
Make packing for a trip fun when you have a great bag made just for you! Sylvia is an expert bag maker, and she’ll show you the tips and tricks to create this bag in either of two sizes, planned for Sunday, March 7, 14 and 28. Instructor: Sylvia C. Fee: $39.00 Time: March 7, 12:00 - 2:00 pm, March 14, March 28 12:00 - 3:30 pm

Serenity Circles
Monday, March 15 and 29     Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm     Fee: $32.00

Serenity Circles
Don’t let the idea of sewing a curved seam give you the heebie-jeebies! Michelle will show you the tips and tricks to sew an accurate, no-stress, curved seam and create a beautiful quilt in the processs. Class will be conducted on Monday, March 15 and 29. Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Instructor: Michelle M. Fee: $32.00

Techniques - Paper Piecing Demo
Saturday, March 13      Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm     Fee: $24.00

Techniques - Paper Piecing Demo

Join Judy for this techniques class to learn how to paper piece. Demo instruction is planned for Saturday, March 13.
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Instructor: Judy G. Fee: $24.00

I Want to Be A Quilter
Friday, January 29, 6:00 - 8:00 pm OR Saturday, March 13, 2:00 - 4:00 pm

I Want to Be A Quilter
Learn how to use the tools and understand the vocabulary of quilting. We’ll cover rotary cutting, sewing an accurate 1/4” seam, pressing and more to help you start your first project or refresh a memory. Sessions are planned for
Friday, January 29, 6:00 - 8:00 pm OR Saturday, March 13, 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Time: Friday, January 29, 6:00 - 8:00 pm OR
Saturday, March 13, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Fee: $15.00
Instructor: Judy G.

Crazy Quilting
March 19 and 26    Time: 10:00 am -12:00 pm     Fee: $32.00

Crazy Quilting
Want to finally use all of those great decorative stitches on your sewing machine? Add some fancy threads and you’ll be creating the wonderful technique known as crazy quilting. Class is planned for March 19 and 26. Instructor: Margaret. Time: 10 am -12pm
Fee: $32.00

Create a Cozy Memory T Shirt Quilt
Saturday, March 20     Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm     Fee: $29.00

Create a Cozy Memory
T Shirt Quilt

Do you have drawers full of t-shirts commemorating sporting, theater or summertime activities? Put them to good use before they’re worn out, and just in time for a graduating senior by creating a t-shirt quilt. Sue will show you how to do it on Saturday, March 20.
Instructor: Sue C. Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Fee: $29.00

Sue Nickels- Folk Garden Borders
Sunday, March 21     Time: 12:00 - 6:00 pm     Fee $75.00

In this all day workshop, learn Sue’s Stitched Raw Edge appliqué technique while creating a folk garden border from Sue’s Quilt “Blue Tulips on Pink Skies”. Nineteenth century folk art quilts were the influence for this completely machine made quilt. Learn all the details of the technique including bias stems, points and circles. Make your quilts spectacular by adding beautiful appliqué borders. Project can be the start of the quilt or made into a small runner… For Advanced Beginner or Intermediate Sewers

Off Your Rocker
Wednesday, March 24    Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm     Fee: $29.00

Off Your Rocker
What a great quilt! This is just a wonderful way to use the large scale, colorful prints that are so popular now. Class is scheduled for Wednesday, March 24. Instructor: Laura B. Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Fee: $29.00

This Continues to be a Favorite One Block Wonder
Thursday, March 25   Fee: $36.00 Time: 8:30 am - 2:30 pm

This Continues to be a Favorite
One Block Wonder
Very fun and the results will surprise you! Students pick a focal fabric, and after cutting and piecing, arrange the blocks in a way that “speaks” to you. It’s a creative process combined with rotary cutting and piecing just one block - one fabric. Instruction is planned for Thursday, March 25. Instructor: Crystal S. Fee: $36.00 Time: 8:30 am - 2:30 pm (short break for lunch)

NEW!  X Block Fee-Fi-Fo Fun!
Thursday, March 25 and April 1   Time: 2:00 pm- 4 :00 pm    Fee: $32.00

NEW!
X Block Fee-Fi-Fo Fun!

X-Blocks start with easy to piece strips and are then cut off-grain with a special tool to create interesting patterns with virtually no waste! Class will be held Thursday, March 25 and April 1. Time: 2pm- 4 pm
Instructor: Kathy Fee: $32.00

PJ Pants
Saturd
ay, March 27       Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm     Fee: $29.00

PJ Pants
This class is great for a beginner. Learn how to make a spiffy pair of PJ pants. Simple seams and an elastic waist make for a comfy fit. If you want ‘em cozy, pick a cute flannel! Class will be held Saturday, March 27 .

Time: 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm Fee: $29.00
Instructor: Judy G.

Back by Popular Demand Magic Tiles
Tuesday, March 30    Time:  12:00 - 6:00 pm   Fee: $32.00

Back by Popular Demand Magic Tiles
Grab a handful of coordinating fat quarters to combine with a background solid to construct this quilt top. Students will learn this black leading technique as Sue guides students through the construction of "Magic Tiles" during this session on Tuesday, March 30.

Time: 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm Fee: $32.00
Instructor: Laura B.

TECHNIQUES - Learn How to Layer Your Quilt and Use a Walking Foot
Wednesday, March 31     Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm    Fee: $24.00

TECHNIQUES - Learn How to Layer Your Quilt and Use a Walking Foot
Sue will go over all of the methods for layering a quilt sandwich, including pinning, tacking, basting and more. Additionally, she’ll demonstrate how to quilt a top using straight line stitching with a walking, or even feed foot. Class will be held Wednesday, March 31.   Instructor: Sue C.     Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm    Fee: $24.00

Machine Quilting 101 - Thursday, January 28 OR Thursday, April 1
Time: 9:00 am - 12:30 pm    Fee: $54.00

Machine Quilting 101
All aspects of machine quilting will be covered including layering, marking methods, stitch types, background fillers and specialty feet. Learn a few great techniques that will expand with your experience. This is a fun class, and you’ll gain the confidence and skills you need to tackle machine quilting. (By the way, Crystal is an award winning quilter!) Kit of fabric and batting included.

Time: 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Fee: $54.00
Instructor: Crystal S.

Cool and Swingy Frenchy Bag
Monday, April 5 and Wednesday, April 7     Fee: $32.00    Time: 2:00 - 4:00pm

Cool and Swingy Frenchy Bag
Great for beginners - over your shoulder or close at hand, these vintage glamour bags are quintessential for keeping your everyday necessities handy. Planned for two sessions, Monday, April 5 and Wednesday, April 7. Instructor: Judy G. Fee: $32.00
Time: 2:00 - 4:00pm

Kids’ Quilting Camp
Monday - Friday, April 5 -9    Time:  10:00 am - 12:00 noon   
Fee: $129.00 includes use of a sewing machine and supplies, as well as fabric

Kids’ Quilting Camp Kids aged 8 and up will learn everything from start to finish during this five day class. Students may choose from two precut kits, and will learn accurate piecing, pressing, and machine quilting. The fee includes the use of a sewing machine and supplies, as well as all the fabric. Class will held on Monday - Friday, April 5 - 9.
Instructor: Judy G. Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 noon
Fee: $129.00 Class is limited to the first 6 participants.

Buggy Barn Tree Skirt
Saturday, April 10    Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm    Fee: $32.00

Buggy Barn Tree Skirt
Make something fun for under the tree that doesn’t have to be wrapped, unless you’re making it for a gift! Join Renee on Saturday, April 10 for instruction.Time: 10 am - 4 pm Instructor: Renee . Fee: $32.00

Garden Maze
 Sunday, April 11 and 25    Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm     Fee: $32.00

Garden Maze
Spice up your curved piecing with a new and intersting setting - giving a new twist to an old favorite. Fabric selection using light, medium and dark values creates movement and visual interest. Class is planned for Sunday, April 11 and 25.
Instructor: Jo L. Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Fee: $32.00

NEW! If Wishes Wore Wings
Monday, April 12 & 19      Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm      Fee: $29.00

NEW! If Wishes wore Wings
More like an art class, but you use your embroidery machine and it’s all done in the hoop on printable fabric sheets. Create this wonderful art quilt with collaged surfaces and embellishment. Class is planned Monday, April 12 & 19. It’s time to spread your wings!
Instructor: Michelle M.   Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm    Fee: $29.00

NEW and FUN Mini-Duffle
Thursday, February 18 OR Tuesday, April 13    Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm    Fee: $24.00

NEW and FUN Mini-Duffle
Make it in any size from weency to little! The small duffle will hold two twinkies nicely! Join us on Thursday February 18 OR Tuesday, April 13.  Instructor: Mary L.
Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Fee: $24.00

Boutique Chic Purse
Wednesday, April 14 and 28     Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm      Fee: $ 32.00

Boutique Chic Purse
Michelle has sewn up another beautiful bag! Anything you need to know about constructing a professional looking purse you will learn from her! Class is scheduled for Wednesday, April 14 and 28. Instructor: Michelle Time: 6pm- 8 pm Fee: $ 32.00


I Believe
Friday, April 16 and 30     Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm     Fee: $36.00

I Believe
Give yourself plenty of time to work at your leisure to be more than ready when the holidays hit next fall. This quilt is wonderfully primitive and brings back notions of "the good old days" and really believing in Santa. Class is scheduled for Friday, April 16 and 30.
Instructor: Renee C. Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Fee: $36.00

Wildflowers
Saturday, April 17 and May 8         Time: 8:00 -11:00 am         Fee: $36.00

Wildflowers
Take the mystery out of how to grow a perfect garden! Michelle will begin each session with a demonstration of how to go about organizing the applique embroidery and constructing the quilt. Students may stay and sew all day to have some dedicated time with guidance to make a lot of progress on this beautiful project. Class time is planned for Saturday, April 17 and May 8.
Time: 8:00 -11:00 am.
You may also stay & sew on your own up to 3pm.
 Instructor: Michelle M. Fee: $36.00

TECHNIQUES - Borders and Bindings
Sunday, April 18    Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm      Fee: $29.00

TECHNIQUES - Borders and Bindings
Learn the techniques to correctly attach a border and bind your quilt - the final step in finishing your quilt. This is a hands-on class - bring your own project ready to work on or bind a small class sample on Sunday, April 18
Instructor: Mary L. Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm Fee: $29.00

Oriental Pathway
 Friday, April 22 and May 6     Time: 1pm- 5 pm       Fee: $36.00

Oriental Pathway
This project features Jo’s first pattern, which is free to this first class of lucky participants. Contrasting prints create dimension and geometric interest. Class is planned for Friday, April 22 and May 6. Instructor: Jo L. Time: 1pm- 5 pm Fee: $36.00

 Confetti
Friday, April 23     Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm     Fee: $29.00

Confetti
Colorful fat quarters create a whimsical palette for this fun and easy project. This is a great project for beginners - just three seams in each block, and no matching is required! Class is planned for Friday, April 23. Instructor: Nancy L.
Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm      Fee: $29.00

NEW Trinity River Bridge
Saturday, April 24     Time: 12- 4 pm      Fee: $29.00

NEW Trinity River Bridge
A great project that uses the Square In A Square ruler to ensure accurate cutting and piecing. The results are fantastic when you start with the best tools! Class is scheduled for Saturday, April 24. Instructor: Mary L.
Time: 12- 4 pm Fee: $29.00

 Trail Mix or Stashville Star
Tuesday, April 27   Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm   Fee: $32.00

Trail Mix or Stashville Stars
Learn a sure-fire method to make flawless half-square triangles to create either of these eye-catching quilts, or play with your new blocks and make your own unique setting. Class is planned for Tuesday, April 27. This is a great one for beginners!
Instructor: Mary L.
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm    Fee: $32.00

Stitcher’s Garden Block of the Month
Join us Sunday, May 2nd from noon -2:00 pm for a preview

Coming Soon...
Stitcher’s Garden Block of the Month

Join us Sunday, May 2nd from noon -2:00 pm for a sneak preview of this great new project! It’s not your everyday applique quilt. Exploit your specialty feet and decorative stitches to create something wonderful! Class sessions begin in June. Don’t Miss It!
Please pre-register for the sneak peek as space is limited.

NEW Sea Urchins
Monday, May 3, 10 and 17     Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm      Fee: $36.00

NEW Sea Urchins
Wow! Another drop dead beautiful composition from Quiltworx and Judy Neimeyer. This is a foundation pieced project that produces stunning results. Class will be held Monday, May 3, 10 and 17. Instructor: Michelle M.
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm      Fee: $36.00

Hooterville
Tuesday, March 23 from 10:00 am-4:00 pm OR Wednesday, May 12 from 1pm-4pm. .  Fee: $32.00

HOO thinks this is cute? We Do! Hooterville
This is a fat quarter and scrap friendly project and is a good one for beginners. Chunky owls and trees are appliqued shapes complemented by quarter-square triangle blocks Instruction is planned for Tuesday, March 23 from 10am-4pm OR Wednesday, May 12 from 1pm-4pm. . Instructor: Mary L. Fee: $32.00

Birdie Sling
Saturday, May 15   Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm   Fee: $32.00

Birdie Sling
Great for beginners - this honey of a sling holds everything and it’s easy to make! Modern styling and dynamic proportions will make this one of your favorite carry-all bags. Planned for Saturday, May 15.

Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Fee: $32.00
Instructor: Judy G.

Crooked Nickel - Pick Your Favorite!
Tuesday, January 26 at 1:00 - 6:00 pm OR Saturday, May 22 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm    Fee: $ 29.00

Crooked Nickel - Pick Your Favorite!
Make a placemat, tablerunner or quilt. Great class for beginners - easy cutting and piecing gets you dramatic results with this new project. We’ve planned two separate sessions for you to choose from.

Time: Tuesday, January 26 at 1:00 - 6:00 pm OR Saturday, May 22 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Fee: $29.00
Instructor: Mary L.

Bernina Version 6 Software

Bernina Version 6 Software
Editor Plus / Designer Plus Saturday, January 23
Designer Plus / Digitizing Saturday, January 30
Intro to Corel Draw Saturday, February 6
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 noon
Free if you purchased your Version 6 Software from us.

Learn How to Bind Your Quilt - Sunday, July 19 OR Monday, November 23

Learn How to Bind Your Quilt
Learn the techniques to bind your quilt - the final step in finishing your quilt. This is a hands-on class - bring your own project ready to bind or work on a small class sample on Sunday, July 19 OR Monday, November 23.
Instructor: Mary L.    Time: 1:30 - 4:00 pm    Fee: $24.00

This one’s for the Birds and Sewing Bees!
Applique Block of the Month

 This one’s for the
Birds & Sewing Bees!

NEW Applique
Block of the Month

The first of each month we will be introducing the block patterns and kits for this wonderful project, sure to be a hit with bird, nature and applique enthusiasts.
Make a series of wallhangings or combine
your 12 blocks into an attractive quilt top.
Monthly Fee: $10 includes fabric & pattern.
(Optional Finishing Kit Available at an additional fee.)
Join at any time, previous month’s will be available while supplies last.
 

Time: 10:00 am OR 6:30 pm Fee: $10.00
monthly
Instructor: Mary L.

SUMMER Block of the Month
Saturday mornings; beginning April 3, May 1 and concluding on June 5.
Time: 9:00 am -- 10:00 am      Fee: $29.00

SUMMER Block of the Month
A great, bright seasonal wallhanging, featuring a nice combination of applique and embroidery, all done inside your embroidery hoop with your embroidery machine. Classes will be held on Saturday mornings; beginning April 3, May 1 and concluding on June 5. Finishes at 32” x 43” to fit in that perfect little spot on your wall. Instructor: Kathy
Time: 9am--10am Fee: $29.00

4D Embroidery Software

Free for those who purchased SOFTWARE from us

4D Embroidery Software
Join Karen as she explains and demonstrates the in’s and out’s of Husqvarna Viking’s extraordinary software for embroiderers. Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Instructor: Karen B.

4D Extra - Friday, January 22
4D Stitch- Editor - January 29
4D Design Creator - February 5

 MONTHLY SERGER CLINIC
Just For YOU and that pesky serger
We’ve set aside some time the 2nd Thursday of
each month to help you with your Serger!
Forgot how to thread it? Can’t get that project
finished? Michelle knows sergers inside and out,
and she’ll help you figure it all out.
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm  - Fee: $24.00

 


MONTHLY sEWING cLINIC
NEW Friday Evening SESSION ADDED
Want or Need Special Attention?
Just for YOU! Monthly Sewing Clinic 2nd Tuesday Afternoon of the Month
January 12, February 9, March 9, April 13, May 11
Time: 1:00 -3:00 pm    Fee: $24 Each Session
OR
1st Friday Evening of the Month
February 5, March 5, April 2, May 7
Time: 6:00 -8:00 pm Fee: $24 Each Session
If you’re stuck on a sewing project, we’ll help you out!
Session is personalized to answer your questions.
 

Call now to schedule a
Birthday Party
Up to 8 Participants
Kids aged 9 and up
$200.00 includes party treats and project kits.
Choose from a selection of three age appropriate
projects to make at the party!

 

Have an Idea for a Class?

We'd like to hear it! We'll develop and offer a class if you know four people who would like to take it! E-mail your ideas and contact information to doni@vikingsewing.com.

 

Phone 734-761-3094 to register!

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