Vol. 33 - No. 3
Appletree Quilting Center
New Fall Sewing Classes
Upcoming Events: Sept. 9.................... Big Reveal Runway Event @ 2:00 pm Sept. 15................. EPIC Event Sept. 17................... Give Back Monday Oct. 19 & 20..... Software Event Oct. 6................BERNINA Club Oct. 6........................ BERNINA Academy Mini Oct. 13....................Viking Club Oct. 15..................... Give Back Monday Nov. 10...................Viking Club Nov. 23-24............... Give Back Sewathon Jan. 27.................... Big Reveal Runway Event @ 2:00 pm Mar. 29-30................ BERNINA Academy
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A Publication of Appletree Quilting Center Millie Kaiser, Owner Established in 1985; 33 years in business! Millie Kaiser: Publisher & Editor Copyright
Maplewood Trail Class by Helen (page 10).
Š 2018
The Magic Stop Watch, from a vintage Twilight Zone episode, in our Time to Sew Logo, above, is to help you tune out and turn off the routine of everyday life and enjoy a few minutes of sewing pleasure with us!
Contact Information: Appletree Quilting Center 2541 Bernadette Dr Columbia, MO 65203 573-446-2655 1-800-269-2655
sewing@appletreequilting.com
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Appletree Quilting Center
Fall 2018
Fall 2018
Greetings:
We have lined up lots of fantastic sewing classes and special events to keep you busy this fall. Our new class schedule begins on page 4 with 59 fun sewing classes including 33 new ones. For larger pictures of class projects, go to our website at: www.AppletreeQuilting.com. Check out great classes and come to our upcoming Fall Classes Reveal Event, Sunday, Sept. 9th at 2:00 PM. Join us for a fun time. View all the new samples, talk with our expert teachers, enjoy refreshments and lots of door prizes, and save up to 20%
off class fees when you register during the event! Why not bring a friend or co-worker? Classes are always more fun with a friend! New samples will be hung the following week and classes will begin the third full week of September! Also plan to join us for our fun all-day EPIC Event on Saturday, September 15th. Play with the Husqvarna Viking EPIC top of the line sewing and embroidery machine or the NEW 980Q quilting machine with Karen Charles while you make a stunning pillow in class. See details about this event and other upcoming events on pages 2 and 3. Page 1
Viking Epic Event
Viking Software Event More Premier+2 Software with Janie Lantz 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday & Saturday, Oct. 19th & 20th
Dream Big EPIC Event with Karen Charles 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday, Sept. 15th Join us for this exciting funfilled event to learn amazing tips and techniques on the Designer EPIC Sewing and Embroidery machine. Want to experience the remarkable features of the EPIC? This is your chance to spend a whole day creating this lovely pillow (above right) while sewing on the most revolutionary sewing machine on the market today. No obligations to buy, just have fun exploring the best that the market has to offer. Don’t miss this opportunity to find out why the Designer EPIC sewing and embroidery machine is the greatest on the market today! We will also have several Epic 980Q’s available to test drive during the event.
Karen Charles
Karen is an Education Specialist with Husqvarna Viking. She has 25 years of experience in the art of quilting, embroidery, sewing, and heirloom. Karen’s teaching methods make even the most complicated task achievable for all students. She specializes in continuous machine embroidery, Embroidery Software, thread painting, free motion, heirloom sewing and creative serging.
Registration Fee: $80 for this all day class. This includes all your supplies, designs, and instructions plus an enjoyable lunch! Page 2
Janie Lantz is returning to Appletree Quilting by customer request to offer two days of special software classes! Students who attended Janie’s workshop last April wanted more. So here is your chance to learn more about your Premier+2 embroidery software.
Friday, October 19 PREMIER+2 Create – Zippy the Zebra We’ll spend a day learning the Create software, as you design a textured Zebra with multiple layers of pattern fills. It’s easy to design with extra kick and pizzazz, when you have the PREMIER+2 Create Software!
Saturday, October 20 PREMIER+2 Modify – Out with the Old, In with the New Join us to learn some special techniques in the PREMIER+2 Modify module! Turn a blob of fill into freestanding lace, using Object editing, cutwork needle support, basting lines, and more! No software? Or want to try it out to see if you’d like to upgrade or purchase? We can install trial software for you to use during the seminars. Call or stop in to reserve your seat today. Workshop Fees: $95 per day or $160 for both days. Includes lunch. Janie Lantz is an independent HUSQVARVA VIKING® endorsed consultant who has mega-experience in the sewing world! You will love Janie’s classes! She is patient, kind, easy to understand and follow, and has a wealth of knowledge about everything PREMIER+™ 2. Appletree Quilting Center
Fall 2018
BERNINA Academy II Tame That Technique with Sandra Larson Swick
Tame That Technique
10:00 – 4:00 Friday & Saturday March 29th & 30th Learn how to successfully sew a variety of seaming, hemming, and embellishment techniques to give your projects a professional finish. Discover ways to make sewing easier by using proper feet, stitches, and features of BERNINA machines for precise sewing. Students will be inspired and encouraged to sew as they learn how to successfully work with new techniques made easy with the right tips and tools. You will graduate BERNINA ACADEMY with a completed BERNINA Academy II Technique Book. In addition, as a graduation gift, you will receive the collectible BERNINA Academy USB stick which includes information on the different techniques, needles, inspirational projects and instructions to inspire you long after the course is over. Please welcome our very special Educator: Sandra Larson Swick. Sandra has the unique distinction of sending one of her prize quilts into outer space! The quilt was signed by more than one hundred former students of astronaut and Teacher in Space, Barbara Morgan, and traveled with her to the International Space Station in 2007. But Sandra is equally thrilled to share her passion for sewing and textiles with earthbound students of all ages and abilities! Sandra blends classic teaching skills with spunky humor to present project oriented events that send participants home with fresh enthusiasm and inspiration. She has more than 15 years of experience sewing and teaching professionally with BERNINA machines, overlocks, and embroidery software and design. Sandra is also a certified BERNINA technician so she knows BERNINAs inside and out! Sandra eagerly shares her extensive knowledge and experience, providing expert and individualized instructions to help customers select the perfect BERNINA machine that will launch them into their next sewing orbit. Appletree Quilting Center
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Materials Included:
No need to pack your machine or anything for that matter! BERNINA machines and supplies will be provided both days. The B790E+ machine and the gorgeous brand new B590E will be invaluable learning tools for your course! The Bernina L460 serger will also be part of your lesson.
Requirements:
None! Whether you are a seasoned pro, or you’ve never touched a sewing machine you can attend this course. Everyone will walk away with tips and techniques to improve their sewing skills or inspire them to learn and sew more!
Registration Fee: $199 Early Bird Discount: Sign up by Nov. 1st for only $179 Includes the following: • Your own completed BERNINA Academy II Technique Book with finished sewing samples; • A collectible BERNINA USB stick containing project inspiration and instructions; • Valuable sewing knowledge; • Door prizes, fun times and new friends! • Enjoyable lunch from Honeybaked Ham each day. BERNINA 790E Plus
BERNINA 590E
BERNINA L460 Page 3
Fall Classes Kids Fun Sewing Classes
Kids Basic Sewing Classes .... with Beth Your child (age 8 to 14) will enjoy learning basic sewing techniques in these fun classes making kid-friendly projects through careful step-by-step instructions and hands-on sewing in class. These classes are scheduled on off days for the Columbia Public Schools!
PJ Pants N Bag .... with Beth A. 10:00 – 3:00 PM
Mon.
Sept. 24
This easy to sew PJ pants and bag pattern is perfect for the beginner (12 years or older) or even the seasoned sewer. This class will take your child’s sewing to the next level as they learn to make these super comfy pajama pants! Everyone loves cozy pj pants whether they’re made from cotton or soft flannel. The bag is super easy and the perfect accessory to take on over nighters or just about anywhere! Your child will have fun sewing with Beth for the day. The sense of achievement will keep them wanting to sew more and more! Fee $50.
Recommended Skill Levels for Sewing Classes:
Beginner
Confident Beginner Intermediate Advanced The skill level refers to the sewing experience needed to complete the project within each class category; not the overall sewing experience of the student. Page 4
Handy Pencil Bag .... with Beth A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Tue.
Oct. 16
This handy pencil bag is fast, fun and easy! It will easily clip to your backpack or belt. Use this fun bag to carry pencils, pens, and other important stuff! This is a great beginner class and a great way to enjoy your time off from school! The class fee includes the cost of project supplies and pattern. Fee $25.
Youth Quilt Camp .... with Beth A. 9:00 – Noon PM Mon.
Nov. 5
Nov. 6 & Fri. Nov. 16
10:00 – 3:00 PM
Tue.
Give your kids something productive to do with their free time. They will have lots of fun making their very own machine pieced quilt in this easy quilting class. Students aged 8 to 10 years will have assistance cutting their pieces. Students 10+ years will explore rotary cutting techniques. Machine piecing with a 1/4” seam will be covered and how to make the quilt sandwich, turn, and hand or machine tie the quilt. Students must have taken at least one basic kids sewing class from AQC within the last year to take this more advanced class. The Camp fee is $150 which includes all the materials needed to make this fun quilt. Appletree Quilting Center
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Fashion Classes
Squiffy Sling .... with Suzanne
Serger Jazz Dress
A. 10:00 – 2:00 PM Mon.
.... with Suzanne
A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Wed.
Oct. 3
With its nipped-in empire waist and a breezy flowing skirt that falls smoothly over the hips, this Jazz Dress drapes beautifully and flatters every figure. Make as a top, a dress or a maxi, with optional inseam pockets, and a choice of three different sleeve lengths. Choose either soft cotton knit, double gauze or a fun cotton print and join Suzanne for this instructive class. We will be exploring easy and fast serger construction techniques. Pattern includes sizes XS-XL. Fee $65.
London Shirt .... with Susan A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun.
Oct. 7
This loose-fitting shirt from the Sewing Workshop is great to wear layered or by itself. Four easy pattern pieces make up the body, sleeves, collar, and facings. Diagonal front side seams form open side vents, for a terrific slimming effect. Dropped shoulder seams and three quarter length sleeves featuring folded cuffs, make for easy fitting. Finish up with great buttons for an easy front closure. Fee $65.
Serger Knit T-Shirt .... with Susan A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM Tue. Oct. 30 B. 10:00 – 4:00 PM Fri. Nov. 9
The beautiful knits offered at Appletree are perfect for t-shirts and the only way to sew a t-shirt is with a serger. This simple loosefitting t-shirt has no shoulder seams. It features a variety of necklines, sleeve lengths and hem lengths. Come make friends with your serger while learning how quick and easy garment construction can be. Fee $65. Appletree Quilting Center
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Accessory & Home Decor Classes Oct. 8 & 15
The asymmetric Squiffy Sling bag is the perfect project for the beginning bag maker. Join Suzanne to make this great cross body sling. The pattern offers two different size options and includes both zip and slip pockets plus a magnetic snap closure. Select fun cotton prints or play with our cork options. Fee $85.
Evelyn Market Tote .... with Suzanne A. 6:00 – 9 PM
Tue.
Oct. 23 & 30
The Evelyn bag is an easy to sew zipper-top tote with a soft, modern shape. Coordinate your fabrics for the bag and trim or simply use one for a simpler look. Handle lengths are designed to comfortably fit over your shoulder or in the crook of the elbow. Both bag sizes feature an interior zippered pocket. Fee $70.
Minimalist Wallet .... with Suzanne A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Fri.
Nov. 2 & 16
This is a fun and functional wallet that lets you bring the essentials wherever you go. Choose to make the regular size or mini! A zippered pocket and card slots keep coins and cards organized, while a long pocket behind the zippered pocket is great for cash (mini and regular) and a phone (regular size)! Fee $70.
Petal Pouch .... with Suzanne A. Noon – 3:00 PM Sat. Nov. 17
The Petal Pouch has a fun shape that you can fill with all your favorite things. It has a zipper closure and is fully lined. Two easy sizes to make. Join Suzanne for this fun class to make great gifts for all your friends. Fee $40.
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Embroidery Magic Monthly Classes Plan to join us for one or more of our new monthly embroidery classes from Kimberbell for your embroidery edutainment! Bring your embroidery machine to make fun projects completely in the hoop of your embroidery machine. Learn new skills for selecting the best stabilizer, hooping perfection and improving stitch quality as you sew your way to embroidery expertise! Project kit fees will be additional. Sign up for all four classes for only $100.
Embroidered Christmas Ornaments Join Wendy and Jean for these next three ornament classes to learn all the techniques needed to make your own set of 15 different embroidered ornaments for your 2018 Christmas tree or to use as lovely gift tags.
Applique in the Hoop .... with Wendy & Jean A. 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Sun.
Sept. 23
Popsicle Table Runner .... with Susan
A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM B. 9:00 – Noon
Sun. Sept. 16 Wed. Sept. 19
What can make a hot day perfect? Definitely a popsicle on a stick! Juicy colors and appliqued popsicles make this bright table runner just as exciting as the icy treat itself. This multi-hoop project has a pieced center section quilters will love too. Fee $30.
Dimensional Mylar Leaves .... with Susan
A. 9:00 – Noon B. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Wed. Oct. 17 Sun. Oct. 21
You will adore these pretty leaves embroidered on layers of tulle and Mylar. Kimberbell’s innovative technique makes the leaves shimmer without metallic thread. Use the leaves to decorate a wreath, wrap around a candle, or top a napkin ring. Fee $30.
You Are Loved Tags .... with Susan
A. 9:00 – Noon B. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Wed. Nov. 14 Sun. Nov. 18
Our gift tag features a hidden pocket between two layers of felt where you can slip a gift card, movie ticket, money, or kind note! A perfect present by itself or use it to top a larger gift. The stitched sentiment “You are loved” will make anyone feel special. Fee $30.
Snowman Mug Rug .... with Susan
A. 9:00 – Noon B. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Wed. Jan. 16 Sun. Jan. 20
In a floppy hat with embroidered pompom this stitched snowman is a fun hoop project. And, he’s guaranteed not to melt under your steaming cup. Mug rugs make perfect gifts when paired with hot cocoa mix or coffee cup. Fee $30. Page 6
Learn the basics of creating these beautiful appliqued ornaments in your embroidery hoop. Jean & Wendy will help students take the first stitch and use easy water soluble stabilizers for perfect end results. Fee $45.
3-Dimensional Ornaments .... with Wendy & Jean
A. 1:00 – 5:00 PM Sun. Oct. 28
Learn how to take your ornaments from flat to fabulous with multiple 3-dimensional layers. These elegant ornaments will add the perfect touch to your holiday season. Fee $45.
Free Standing Lace Ornaments .... with Wendy & Jean
A. 1:00 – 5:00 PM Sun. Nov. 25
Take your ornaments to the next level with these free standing lace masterpieces. Learn how to assemble beautiful 3-dimensional ornaments utilizing the tab and loop features of the designs. No fabric is used in these designs, just thread. The stiffness of the ornament is provided by the stabilizers used. Fee $45. Appletree Quilting Center
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More Embroidery Classes
Free Standing Pumpkins .... with Marilyn A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Tue.
Just imagine how lovely Embroidery Fundamentals .... with Deborah a lighted freestanding A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM Wed. Sept. 26 Join Deborah for this lecture/demo class to explore machine lace pumpkin will look with your Halloween and embroidery basics. Learn to choose the correct machine needle, threads and stitch speed for your chosen design and Thanksgiving decor. Join fabric. Explore many different stabilizers and learn to select us as we master the art of perfect freestanding lace the best one for perfect results every time. Fee $65. done in your machine embroidery hoop. Fee $65. Holiday Button Covers .... with Deborah A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM Mon. Oct. 22
Have fun making these lovely embroidered holiday button covers. Spice up any outfit with these fun button covers. We will also have examples of how these button covers can be used to make headbands, brooches or barrettes. If you have a 4”x4” embroidery hoop or larger (depending on the number of button covers you want to make) and an embroidery machine, we can turn these little darlings out quickly and easily. Fee $40.
Christmas Coasters .... with Debby A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM Wed. Nov. 7
Join Debby for this fun beginning class to learn how easy it can be to make your own Christmas coasters and/or ornaments right in the embroidery hoop. Fee $40.
Through The Woods .... with Debby A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Fri.
Sept. 21 & Oct. 12
Join Debby to make your own Through the Woods embroidered masterpiece. This project includes redwork style designs for your embroidery machine. Learn easy hooping and alignment techniques as you create this stunning wall hanging in time for the holidays. Fee $70. Appletree Quilting Center
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Sept. 25
Starry Night Santa .... with Debby
A. 10:00 – 2:00 PM Wed. Oct. 17 & Nov. 14
Learn how to hoop and embroider easily with your embroidery machine. This project is made from individual tiled scenes that are pieced together to make this stunning wall hanging. Fee $85.
Noteables .... with Suzanne A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Wed.
Oct. 24
Noteables are composition book covers that turn ordinary writing paper into a personalized journal. The covers are fully lined, durable and reusable. Each size is made entirely in the hoop of your embroidery machine. They are quick and easy to make for yourself and make fabulous gifts. Fee $40.
Free Standing Mr. & Mrs. Santa .... with Debby A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Tue.
Nov. 27
Learn how to make successful free standing lace projects as you create your own Santa figures just in time for the holidays. Add twinkle lights to enhance your lovely free standing Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus. You may elect to make only one figure or both in class. Fee $65. Page 7
Hand Classes English Paper Piecing .... with Suzanne A. 10:00 – 1:00 PM
Sat.
Sept. 29
Join Suzanne to learn the art of English paper piecing by hand while making these fun little hexagons. Join them together to create a multitude of different shapes. Explore easy techniques to simplify the process. Fee $40.
Hand Smocked Ornaments .... with Louese A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun.
Learn the basics of delicate geometric hand smocking used in these ornaments, clothing and heirloom sewing projects. This class is to get you started with the fundamentals. Fee $40.
Sept. 30
A. 10:00 – 4 PM Fri. Sept. 28
This stunning contemporary quilt is a great beginning project or the perfect go-to design for a quick quilt to make for a gift. Simply select a fun focus print and two coordinates and explore the two super easy blocks that make up the quilt. Wendy will show you how the magic begins! Fee $65.
Christmas Presents .... with Jean The prints are having a party in this easy quilt design. Do you see presents or ribbons of interlocking color in this happy quilt? Let Jean guide you through the basic steps to holiday joy in making this fun and bright quilt. Fee $70. Page 8
Wed.
Oct. 31
Join Laura for a quick and easy jelly roll quilt that can be pieced in a weekend. Add an awesome border and you will have this stunning quilt top in no time. We will explore accurate cutting, color placement, and mitered or lapped borders. If you choose to do mitered borders, AQU 100 is a pre-requisite. Fee $65. A. 1:00 – 5 PM Mon. Nov. 26 B. 1:00 – 5 PM Sun. Dec. 2
Scooch Over .... with Wendy
Mon.
A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Magic Rag Quilt .... with Wendy
Beginning Machine Piecing
A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Jelly Roll Quilt .... with Laura
Oct. 8 & 22
This truly is the easiest quilt to make! Select several of our cotton flannels and we will pre-cut and pre-fringe the blocks for you. All you have to do is sew the blocks together! The magic of this project happens when you wash and dry the quilt allowing the pre-fringed seam allowances to bloom. Fee $75.
BQ Mini Placemats .... with Wendy A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM Thr. Dec. 6
This fun placemat design is fat quarter friendly. Select three different fat quarters for the mini blocks and a setting fabric. Use a different layout for each placemat or make them all the same. Wendy will show you all the possibilities. You won’t want to stop with just one set. They make great holiday gifts for family and friends! Fee $65.
Appletree Quilting Center
Fall 2018
AQC University Classes AQU 100 - Machine Piecing & Quilting .... with Millie & Marilyn
A. 6:00 – 9 PM Tue. Oct. 9, 16, 23, Nov. 6, 13, 27, Dec. 4 B. 1:00 – 4 PM Wed. Oct. 10, 17, 24, Nov. 7, 14, 28, Dec. 5
Quilting University 200: Beyond the Basics .... Millie & Marilyn
A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM Tue. Jan. 8, 15, 29, Feb. 12, 19 B. 1:00 – 4:00 PM Wed. Jan. 9, 16, 30, Feb. 13, 20
If you have mastered quilting basics as taught in our Quilting University Class 100, join us for level 200 to learn more advanced techniques including: 1. Improve accuracy in rotary cutting; 2. Learn precision piecing and pressing; 3. Explore other block elements including flying geese, Would you like to learn all the tricks and secrets to successful quarter square triangles, and square in a square; machine quilting, we have the perfect class for you. Join 4. Learn successful techniques for on-point block layout; the teaching staff of Appletree Quilting for this seven week 5. Add perfectly mitered borders; course and let us guide you through all aspects of the quilting 6. Learn more advanced quilting and binding techniques. process including: Build on your good foundation from AQU 100. Students 1. Fabric selection and successful tools. may elect to make a wall hanging, lap quilt, or larger quilt 2. The secrets of safe & accurate rotary cutting; top. Fee $125. 3. Accuracy, both in piecing and in pressing the blocks; 4. Setting the quilt blocks together; Appletree Color University .... with Millie & Wendy 5. Adding perfectly mitered borders that don’t pucker; A. 6:30 – 9:00 PM Mon., Wed. & Fri. Oct. 29, 31 & Nov. 2 6. Machine quilting the quilt sandwich; PLUS 10:00 – 2:00 PM Sat. & Sun. Nov. 3 & 4 7. Binding your finished quilt and adding your label. Do you love to quilt Start with a good foundation. Learn everything you need but have trouble to make beautiful quilts easily and successfully during this selecting fabrics comprehensive Appletree Quilting University course! Students that truly work well may elect to make a lap quilt (above), table topper (below), together? Then this or table runner. Class notebook included. Fee $145. class will help you gain the confidence and understanding you need to pull stunning quilts. This class will include an in-depth study of color theory and how it applies to fabrics. Homework exercises will help reinforce concepts studied in class. Then select your fabric for this stunning wall hanging. We will do a color paste up of the main block to check your design and then assemble your wall hanging. Class notebook included. Fee $135. Appletree Quilting Center
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Confident Beginner Bat Moon Rising .... with Louese
A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM Sept. 18 & 25
Tue.
Don’t let curved seams drive you batty! Learn how to easily piece curved seams while making this contemporary bat quilt just in time for Halloween. Fee $70.
Mini Pumpkins .... with Suzanne & Laura
A. 10:00 – 1:00 PM Sept. 21 & Oct. 5
Fri.
Make this scrappy wall hanging, table topper, or runner for your holiday decor. Learn to easily piece no-pin curved seams. We will also discuss walking foot quilting of the project. This is an excellent design to quilt yourself! Fee $70.
Taffy .... with Suzanne
A. 10:00 – 2:00 PM Wed. Sept. 26 & Oct. 10
Maplewood Trail .... with Helen Select a panel and coordinates from Northcott’s Stonehenge Maplewood collection to create this beautiful fall quilt. Helen will help you with the quilt assembly and using ombre fabric to make the lattice borders. Fee $85. Page 10
Thr.
A. 10:00 – 1:00 PM Mon. Oct. 1 & 29
Join Debby to make your own Holiday Wishes quilt. This lovely project utilizes one Holiday Wishes panel and several coordinates. You will be using both regular piecing and paper piecing techniques to create this nostalgic holiday quilt. Fee $70.
Rocky Mountain Runner .... with Jean A. 10:00 – 2:00 PM Fri. B. 1:00 – 5:00 PM Sun.
Oct. 5 Nov. 11
This quick and easy table runner uses 2-1/2” strips to sew up fast. It would make a lovely last minute gift. The finished runner measures 15” x 46”. Fee $45.
Buzz Cut .... with Millie
This fun Jaybird pattern makes an excellent quilt to show off your favorite large prints. The blocks and pieces are big and go together quickly. We will use Creative Grids Lazy Angle ruler for easy cutting of the diagonals. Fee $85. A. 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Holiday Wishes .... with Debby
Sept. 27 & Oct. 4
A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Tue. Oct. 9 & 16
Bring a layer cake assortment of colorful prints plus a background or simply two great fabrics to make this fun quilt. It may look difficult, but it actually starts with a series of 8” half square triangles. Join Millie to learn the easy steps to success. Fee $70.
Jelly Roll Rug .... with Wendy A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM B. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Oct. 14 Fri. Nov. 30
Grab a collection of Jelly Roll 2-1/2” strips and join Wendy to make a fun Jelly Roll Rug. Wendy will show you the magic tips & tricks for a successful project. You may elect to make either the rectangular or oval option. Fee $65. Appletree Quilting Center
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Shooting Stars
Kira .... with Wendy A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
.... with Laura
A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM Fri. Oct. 19 & Nov. 9
Join Laura for another fun jelly roll quilt. This pattern creates an interesting slanted star design. It goes together quickly so it is a rewarding quilt to make. Fee $70.
Fortuna .... with Jean A. 9:00 – Noon Tue. Oct. 23 & Nov. 13 B. 9:00 – Noon Wed. Jan. 9 & 23
A lovely quilt for fall or any time of the year using 2-1/2” strips and yardage. There is a nifty trick to frame the focal fabric center blocks. This fun pattern makes a nice sized lap quilt at 61” x 72”. Fee $70.
Frosty Friends .... with Debby A. 9:00 – Noon
Wed.
Oct. 24 & Nov. 7
Frosty Friends is a panel quilt that is constructed from holiday themed flannel to create a cheerful quilt that measures approximately 49” x 60”. Learn about working with flannel while piecing the various parts of the Frosty Friends panel and making it into a cheerful holiday quilt. Fee $70. Thr.
Explore the magic of the Super Sidekick ruler and a fun combination of small print fabrics to make this quilt. The blocks are formed with easy to cut triangle shaped pieces. It may look complex, but it’s easy and fun. The best part – there are no “Y” seams! Fee $70. Appletree Quilting Center
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Nov. 2 & 9
Intermediate Designing with Panels .... with Millie A. 10:00 – 2:00 PM
Fri.
Jan. 4, 11 & 18
This class will give you the tricks and techniques for working with preprinted panels. Panels have an innate distortion that comes from being wrapped on the bolt under tension. Learn how to straighten your panel first before adding accent blocks and borders. Receive help in designing your own original quilt. We will also explore the basics of adding a perfectly matched pieced border. No more partial blocks to finesse on the corners. Fee $95.
Recommended Skill Levels for Sewing Classes:
Boomerang .... with Louese A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Fri.
This is a simple to make yet complex looking quilt using 10” squares. Select a Layer Cake assortment or pick fabrics to create your own special quilt. Don’t be intimidated with the complexity because Wendy will show you all of the easy secrets. Fee $70.
Nov. 1 & 15
Beginner
Confident Beginner Intermediate Advanced The skill level refers to the sewing experience needed to complete the project within each class category; not the overall sewing experience of the student. Page 11
Machine Applique & Paper Piecing Basic Machine Applique .... with Susan A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Fri.
Oct. 5
Celebrate Halloween with this trio of fun owls. Choose which one to make in class and learn how to transfer the designs to fusible web. We will use a variety of built-in stitches available on your machine to decorate your applique. Then it’s your choice to complete the other two for this wall hanging or use the designs for a set of hand towels. Fee $40.
Baby Sisters Placemats .... with Helen A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Tue.
Oct. 2
Make fun and decorative placemats with this Judy Niemeyer pattern. You will learn to paper piece with the freezer paper method. These stunning placemats will make fantastic gifts. Fee $65.
Broken Daisies Placemats .... with Helen A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Thr.
Oct. 25
These lovely placemats, from Judy Niemeyer, will accent any table. Learn to paper piece with the freezer paper method. We will also explore easy curve piecing techniques. Fee $65. Page 12
Quilt Finishing Classes Perfect Quilt Binding .... with Marilyn A. 6:00 – 9 PM Tue. Dec. 4 B. 1:00 – 4 PM Wed. Dec. 5
Is your quilt binding lumpy and uneven with rounded corners and poor miters? Many prize worthy quilts have failed due to shoddy binding. Learn the basic techniques of applying perfect quilt binding with either straight grain or bias strips. Master continuous bias binding and precise mitered corners on both the front and back sides. Fee $35.
Edge to Edge Quilting in the Hoop .... with Jean A. 3:00 – 9 PM
Sat. Oct. 13
B. 10:00 – 4 PM Mon. Nov. 12
Put your embroidery machine to good use. Now you can do easy edge to edge quilting in the embroidery hoop. Let Jean help you use this easy-connect quilting technique with specialty embroidery files to do your own edge to edge quilting projects! It is sew easy! Fee $65.
Basic Free Motion Quilting .... with Helen A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM Mon.
Oct. 8
Spend a day with Helen to explore basic free motion quilting techniques. You may start with a small wall hanging or fun panel for the class project. Learn the basic motions and skills needed to let your stitching flow smoothly and effortlessly. Explore multiple basic design elements in class. Soon you too will be doing amazing free motion quilting. Fee $65. Appletree Quilting Center
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Landscape Quilting .... with Helen A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM Mon.
Have you ever wanted to learn landscape quilting? Then join Helen for this class and have fun making your own landscape quilt. It’s sew fun watching your landscape come to life. We will show you how to create your landscape with the step-by-step method. Prerequisite: Basic Free Motion class or equivalent. Fee $110.
Ruler Play .... with Helen A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Tue.
Nov. 19 & Dec. 3
Give Back Sewing Days Give Back Sew-Ins .... with Beth, Staff & Friends 11:00 – 5:00 PM Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 23 & 24, Jan. 21, Feb. 18
Join Beth, the Appletree Quilting Center staff, and our dear customers one day a month to donate your time and talents for worthy causes in the community. We support a variety of different groups and charities. Here is our schedule for the new few months: September 17th & October 15th: We will be making pillowcases for Ryan’s Case for Smiles Children’s Program Dec. 11
This class will teach you how to quilt with rulers. We will begin with the basics of ruler work and how to set up your machine and work area. Then explore the easy tricks for success. Learn how to plan your design and mark your quilt for best results. Prerequisite: Basic Free Motion class or equivalent. Fee $65.
November 23rd & 24th: Thanksgiving Quiltathon to make quilts for Kids in Foster Care. January 21st & February 18th: We will be making Cancer Comfort Pillows for Breast Cancer Patients through the Ellis Fischel Cancer Center Please join us by helping for an hour or a day to give back to the community. No special skills are required, just a willingness to help. Appletree Quilting will provide the space, machines, fabric, sewing guidance, plus snacks and chocolate, of course! If you have any clean usable fabric to donate for our causes, we would greatly appreciate the donation. Bless you. There is no charge for this event, just free fun and fellowship plus our heartfelt gratitude and God’s blessings to all!
Open Sewing Classes Make It Mondays .... with Louese & Jean 1:00 – 8:00 PM
Mon. Sept. 10, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7
Remember the first Monday of the month to join Louese and Jean at Appletree Quilting for an afternoon and evening of fun and sewing time. Wrap up all those unfinished projects! Come early and stay late! We will provide the main dish for dinner. Please consider bringing a dish or snack to share! Join us for only $20 per session.
Finish It Friday Evenings .... with Jean & Louese 5:00 PM – Midnight Fri. Sept. 21, Oct. 26, Nov. 16, Jan. 18
Join Jean and Louese for a night of fun and time to wrap up all those unfinished projects! Come early and stay late! We will provide the main dish for dinner. Please consider bringing a dish or snack to share! Join us for only $20 per session. Appletree Quilting Center
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Machine Guide Lessons If you purchased your Viking or BERNINA machine or software from AQC, your guide lessons are FREE and you may repeat them as often as you like (space permitting). If you purchased your machine elsewhere and would like to take your owner’s guide lessons with Appletree Quilting, you must register for the complete set of lessons provided for your particular machine or software: If the class meets: one time, the fee will be $150; two times, the fee will be $300; three times, the fee will be $450; or four times, the fee will be $600. Please register for guide classes at least one week prior to the beginning of a class series.
VIKING Guide Lessons Machine Guide Lessons: Please bring your sewing machine or serger, manual, foot control, power cord, and all the accessories to class. Embroidery machine owners do not need to bring their embroidery units to class until the third week. Lessons for Basic Viking Machines A. 1:00 – 3:30 B. 6:30 – 9:00 C. 1:00 – 3:30 D. 6:30 – 9:00 E. 1:00 – 3:30
PM PM PM PM PM
Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue.
Sept. 4 Oct. 2 Nov. 6 Jan. 8 Feb. 5
This class is for owners of basic Viking sewing machines including 100Q, Eden Rose 250M, Tribute 145M, Emerald 183, 118 and 116, and the E20 or equivalent. This class will cover basic machine operation and maintenance.
Lessons for Computerized Viking Machines A. 1:00 – 3:30 B. 6:30 – 9:00 C. 1:00 – 3:30 D. 6:30 – 9:00 E. 1:00 – 3:30
PM PM PM PM PM
Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue.
Sept. 11, 18 Oct. 9, 16 Nov. 13, 20 Jan. 15, 22 Feb. 12, 19
This class is for owners of computerized Viking sewing machines including Sapphires, Opals, Eden Rose 250C, Tribute 140C, or equivalent. The first class of each session will cover basic machine operation and maintenance. The second class will cover additional features and programming.
Lessons for Viking Embroidery Machines A. 1:00 – 3:30 B. 6:30 – 9:00 C. 1:00 – 3:30 D. 6:30 – 9:00 E. 1:00 – 3:30
PM PM PM PM PM
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Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29 Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28
This class is for owners of Viking embroidery machines including the Designer Diamond, Designer Ruby, Designer Topaz, or Designer SE. The first two classes of each session will cover sewing machine operation, techniques, and maintenance. The third class will cover machine embroidery Page 14
techniques. The fourth class will explore design positioning, on screen customizing, and computer connectivity.
Lessons for Viking Epic & Epic 980Q A. 6:00 – 9:00 B. 1:00 – 4:00 C. 6:00 – 9:00 D. 1:00 – 4:00 E. 6:00 – 9:00
PM PM PM PM PM
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Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29 Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28
This class is for owners of the top of the line Viking Epic embroidery machine or Epic 980Q (sessions 1-3 for 980Q).
Serger & HandiQuilter Guide Lessons By special appointment only. If you purchased your longarm quilter or serger from AQC, your guide lessons are free. If you purchased elsewhere, there will be at a charge of $75 per hour with a one hour minimum.
Viking Software Guide Lessons: Please bring your laptop with the current software installed and your dongle to class. If you need assistance installing your software, please make a special appointment prior to the class dates. We do not have class time for installation. Premier Plus Embroidery A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Sept. 16 & 23
Premier Plus Modify
A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM Sun. Oct. 7 & 14
Premier Plus Cross Stitcher A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Oct. 28
Premier Plus Create
A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM Sun. Nov. 4 & 11
BERNINA Guide Lessons Machine Guide Lessons: Please bring your sewing machine or serger, manual, foot control, power cord, and all the accessories to class. Embroidery machine owners do not need to bring their embroidery units to class until the third and fourth week. Lessons for Bernettes and BERNINA Sewing Machines through the 5 Series A. 6:30 – 9:00 B. 1:00 – 3:30 C. 6:30 – 9:00 D. 1:00 – 3:30 E. 6:30 – 9:00
PM PM PM PM PM
Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue.
Sept. 4, 11, 18 Oct. 2, 9, 23 Nov. 6, 13, 20 Jan. 8, 15, 22 Feb. 5, 12, 19
This class is for owners of any current Bernette or BERNINA sewing machines including Bernette Seville, London 5, Chicago 5 & 7, and BERNINA 300 and 500 series models purchased from Appletree Quilting Center. Class #1: Basic machine operation and maintenance for all machines in this category. Class #2: Additional features and programming for BERNINA 300 and 500 series models. Class #3: Embroidery features for Chicago 7 and BERNINA 560 (if applicable) and 580/590. Appletree Quilting Center
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BERNINA 7 & 8 Series Embroidery Machines A. B. C. D. E.
6:30 – 9:00 PM 1:00 – 3:30 PM 6:30 – 9:00 PM 1:00 – 3:30 PM 6:30 – 9:00 PM
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Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29 Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28
This class is for owners of any current BERNINA series 7 or 8 sewing machines including the 700, 710, 740, 750, 770, 780, 790, 880, and 880 Select purchased from AQC. Class #1: Basic machine operation and maintenance for all machines in this category. Class #2: Additional features and programming for all machines in this category. Class #3: Quilting and stitch regulator; Plus other optional accessories. Class #4: Additional embroidery features for BERNINA 750, 770, 780, 790, 880 and 880 Select. If you have purchased a 750 or 770 with embroidery, 780, 790, 880, or 880 Select, please bring your embroidery unit to class #3 and class #4.
BERNINA Software Guide Lessons: Please bring your laptop with the current software installed to class. If you need assistance installing your software, please make a special appointment prior to the class dates.
The Basics A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Nov. 18
Editing A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Dec. 9
Cross Stitch A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Jan. 6
Digitizing A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Jan. 20
3D & Special Effects A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Feb. 3
Quilter A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Feb. 17
Basic Machine Lessons This special class is for our customers who do not have a Viking or Bernina and are in need of basic machine instruction. Please bring your sewing machine, manual, foot control, and power cord. We will cover basic operation and maintenance only. Computerized programming or embroidery will not be covered. Class fee = $25.
Lessons for Basic Sewing Machines A. 6:30 – 9:00 B. 1:00 – 3:30 C. 6:30 – 9:00 D. 1:00 – 3:30 E. 6:30 – 9:00 Appletree Quilting Center
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Golden Apple Clubs
Join us for one or both of our two clubs to learn lots of new sewing, quilting, embroidery, and software techniques. Plus, share great ideas, motivation, tips, problems, and laughter with all your sewing friends at Appletree Quilting Center.
VIKING Club
Meets Monthly on the second Saturday at 10:00 AM Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8, Jan. 12
All customers of AQC are welcome to join regardless of the brand of machine you own. Appletree Viking Club dues are $75 for the year. Members receive a 10% discount on all nonsale fabric and notion purchases. The discount alone is worth the cost of membership!
BERNINA Club
Meets Bi-Monthly on the first Saturday at 10:00 AM Oct. 6, Dec. 1
All customers of AQC are welcome to join regardless of the brand of machine you own. Appletree BERNINA Club dues are $40 for the year. Members receive a 10% discount on all nonsale fabric and notion purchases. Join both Viking Club and BERNINA Club for only $100.
Class & Special Event Policies Your class fee is due at registration. This guarantees your place in class. Class size is limited. So please register early. Sometimes a great class is cancelled because people wait to the last minute to register. Each class needs a minimum enrollment at least three days before it begins. Full refunds or store credits will be issued only if the class is cancelled by AQC due to bad weather or insufficient registration. Any class cancellation made by the student must be received 7 days before the class in order to receive a store credit less a $5 processing fee; no refunds will be given. Credits or refunds are not available on special events. You will receive a class supply list upon registration. Students will receive a 15% discount off all nonsale fabrics and notions for class supplies. Please inform the sales personnel that you are buying supplies for a class. We truly appreciate your support when purchasing class supplies only from Appletree Quilting Center. No other quilt shop in the mid-Missouri area offers you the quality and selection of classes and fabrics from which to choose. Bring your own sewing machine to class or you may reserve one of our regular class room machines at no additional charge. Please be prompt! Everyone’s time is valuable. Please do not wear heavy perfume or cologne to class. Please turn cell phones off or to vibrate mode. Please come to class prepared. Please call if you are unable to attend a class session.
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BERNINA
Husqvarna VIKING
Gold Star Repair Center
Appletree Quilting Center Web Site & Online Store: www.appletreequilting.com
2541 Bernadette Dr.
(North of Columbia Mall)
Columbia, MO 65203 (573) 446-2655 1-800-269-2655 OPEN 7 Days a Week for Your Convenience!
10 – 5:30 pm Mon. – Thr. 10 – 5:00 pm Fri. & Sat. 1 – 4:00 pm Sundays
Authorized Dealer for Husqvarna Viking, BERNINA, and Handi Quilter Longarms
Our youngest Pembroke Corgi Bentley will soon be atop our billboard west of Columbia. Due to age and fading, we had to update the vinyl on this bill board. It will be installed soon. So look for Billboard Bennie! The SwingStow Storage System is an amazing invention of Mike McCuistion. Designed and built locally, this system provides both adjustable shelving and hanging options that maximize the storage potential of your home. This Swiss Army knife approach toward organization allows you to make the most out of limited storage space for sewing supplies, closets, pantries, and garages. Appletree Quilting is your local representative for SwingStow. Visit us soon, to see how the system works. Whether you have a closet, corner area, or large wall Mike will come out and measure your space and help you decide on the size and shape of your new storage unit. Pictured above is the SwingStow unit in Debbie O’s brand new home. Oh sew efficient! Page 16
Great Service Referrals from Appletree .... I appreciate good referrals from individuals who have had positive results from the service field. So I would like to share several contacts that I would highly recommend: Stanley Steemer Carpet Cleaning – John & Nicole Dean Cell: (314) 583-6356 Leeper Construction – Joe Leeper “Design for Your Needs – Remodeling For Your Future” Phone: (573) 446-1061 Cell: (573) 489-1061 Zapp Electric – Scott Baldridge Phone: (573) 442-4226 Cell: (573) 823-9049 Broeker Painting – Duane Broeker Cell: (573) 268-7946 Appletree Quilting Center
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