Class Catalogue 2022 September 14 - 17 at the Ashton Gardens Click the title of any class to go to cart page.
CLASSES
• Outline stitches: stem stitch, backstitch, blanket stitch, chain stitch and running stitch
• Decorative stitches: satin stitch
$69 for Class $130 for Required Kit Required Supplies Sewing Needle,MachineThreadfor hand sewing Fabric glue (optional) Stitching in the Garden With Sandra Workman Technique: Hand Embroidery Skill level: Beginner Learn the art of hand embroidery stitching in the garden with Sandra Workman as she demonstrates beautiful decorative and outline stitches step-by-step while creating a beautiful embroidery sampler. Choose between Posh Pumpkin or Joyful Christmas. In this class you’ll learn:
Required Supplies 8”Scissorsembroidery
• How to transfer designs onto fabric to stitch
• lazy daisy, fern stitch, feather stitch, woven rose, Turkey stitch, French & colonial knots $69 for Class $20 for Required Kit hoop
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee. Wednesday, 9 am - Noon
• Which embroidery tools and supplies work best for beginners
$69 for Class $182 for Required Kit Required Supplies Sewing Machine Travel Iron helpful HST square up tool PinsThread Emma’s Garden With Sherri McConnell Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate This class will focus on sharing two techniques: easy methods for strip piecing patchwork blocks and how to use English Paper Piecing to make beautiful Grandmother’s Flower Garden blocks.
Plant Life With Amanda Niederhauser Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Learn how to make “Plant Life”, a new quilt pattern by Amanda Niederhauser. In this class you will learn how to get perfect half square triangles and arrange them in quilt blocks to look like a variety of plants! Finished Quilt 68” x 81”
RequiredClassSupplies
Mosaic Table Runner or Scrappy Tree
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With Carmen Geddes Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Two choices in one class! Beautiful table runner or a fun scrappy tree! Two panels make one project. Try out the Easy Piecing Grid for a fun, fast, and accurate project. Choose one to make in class. Learn some great tips for half square triangles. $69 for Class $10 for Required Kit Required Supplies Sewing Machine 1/4” piecing foot 2 washable Elmer’s glue sticks Appliqué pressing sheet (optional) Cut two inch squares
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will learn: Three Pin Curved Piecing Method No Waste Flying Geese Half Square Triangles trimmed with Bloc Loc Strip Piecing Lots of tricks for perfect points for
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Blossoming Stars With Melissa Corry Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Blossoming Stars is a stunning quilt that is much easier to make than it looks. This is the perfect class if you have been nervous about trying curves! The chain is made entirely of strip piecing, so it super easy and fast. This quilt is Fat Quarter Friendly making it easy to grab a bundle or choose favorites from your stash, and you will have a wonderful quilt to show for it and a new mastered technique. Whatever size you choose, you are sure to have a finish that is just Studentsbeautiful.
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Sewing Machine Thread and Bobbin Thread Sewing Machine Acrylic Ruler Autumn Garden With Heather Peterson Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate This fun little runner includes pieced flowers and some sweet pumpkin blocks to get you in the fall spirit. This class covers some of Heather’s favorite techniques and tools for creating basic quilting blocks, like half-square triangles and folded corners. You will learn several different methods for each, allowing you to choose your favorite method. We will also go over techniques for precision piecing since some of the pieces are small and we want them to turn out the right size!
Midnight Garden Stars With Gerri Robinson Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Join Gerri Robinson as she teaches you two of her favorite basic techniques: Half Square Triangles and Flying Geese. Additionally, join the discussion on “recycling” Half Square Triangles trimmed from larger Half Square Triangles! Your recycled designs will be limitless!
8- 3” X 8” pieces of fabric for “Sunshine” letter applique 12” X 12” square of fabric for embroidery background sun Lightweight non fusible interfacing for turned edge applique Sewable fusible adhesive (such as HeatNBond) for raw edge applique Embroidery floss in color of choice 10” X 10” piece of felt or batting to back embroidery 1/4 yard binding fabric, or fabric for pillow backing
$69 for Class $320 for Required Kit Required Supplies Sewing Machine
Midnight Garden Stars is a fun design with repeating elements, allowing you to accomplish considerable progress in class.
$69 for Class $138 for Required Kit
22X22 square of backing fabric 22X22 square of cotton batting Colored strips of fabric, measuring at least 12” long and ranging in width from 1 1/2” to 3”
Prairie Quilt Seed Patterns With Lori Holt Technique: Quilting Skill level: Beginner Join Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet as she introduces you to Quilt Seeds, an exciting new pattern series. You’ll learn how to make one quilt block from a “seed packet”. The keepsake package is reminiscent of vintage seed packets. The patterns are included – no templates required. Each of the six Quilt Seeds quilt blocks finish at 10”x20” so you can mix and match and watch your garden grow into a beautiful table runner!
$69 for Class $42 for Required Kit You Are My Sunshine Mini Quilt With Amy Chappell Technique: Applique, Hand Embroidery Skill level: Beginner In this mini quilt course, you will learn how to create a quilt-as-you-go background using multicolored strips. In addition, you will learn a turned edge applique technique, two different embroidery stitches for text, and discuss tips, tricks, supplies, and things to consider when creating raw edge applique. There are so many fun techniques you will walk away with, ready to create all sorts of new projects!
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Required Supplies
Painted Daisies With Jill Finley Technique: Piecing, Applique Skill level: Intermediate This class will focus on applique. Students will learn Jill’s method of turned edge applique and the techniques for making each of the shapes, stems, and vines. You will also learn how to stitch your applique either by hand or by machine. While you most likely won’t finish your project during the class period, you will have secured all the techniques and skills to finish this beautiful project on your own. $69 for Class $58 for Required Kit Required Supplies The pattern is in my book, “Quilted Hugs.” Each student will need a copy of the book. Jillily Studio Maker Paper Jillily Studio Applique Set 1/4” Bias Tape Maker ON THE WIND Aurifil thread collection (or matching threads)
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
12” Add-a-quarter ruler 18” Add-a-quarter ruler
Fabric glue UHU stick Glue Pen (Fons and Porter, Sewline, or Avery recommended), and replacement glue Repositionable Glue (Judy prefers Scotch Brand)
Clips (medium and small)
Purple Thang Scotch Tape Large Ziploc Bags
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
High quality cotton sewing thread Size 70 needles (Microtex recommended) 3” by 12” piece of Template Plastic
$149 for Class (Lunch Included) $25 for Required Kit Required Supplies Sewing machine and basic sewing supplies Freezer paper RulerPencilat least 12” long for tracing and cutting (i.e. 4” x 14” or 6” x 12” ruler min or longer)
60mm rotary cutter Beach Umbrella Day 1 With Judy Niemeyer Technique: Piecing, Foundation Paper Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Work with Judy Niemeyer and local Certified Instructor, Cindy Haddick, in this 2-day workshop to make a custom Quiltworx pattern called Beach Umbrella! This design is not available as a general Quiltworx publication but was specifically created for Garden of Quilts in 2022. In this class, you will learn some beginner and intermediate foundation paper piecing techniques necessary to make Quiltworx designs. While you will not finish your project during the workshop, you will be equipped with all the skills necessary to go home and finish your quilt successfully. The first day of class will focus on the center star, geese, and the spiked star border. Day 2 will include workshop time on the final border element and assembly. It will be the goal of the workshop to finish at least one, and possibly two of each of the individual elements in the quilt.
Happy Dash With Janet Nesbitt Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner In this class, students will learn the basics of Janet Nesbitt’s “crazy” piecing technique with a cute project that can be completed during class. This trademark piecing method is easy and forgiving, ensuring quilting success for piecers of all levels. This is not a traditional piecing method in the sense that everything lines up, instead this as an alternative to traditional paper piecing which can be difficult for some that have difficulty working in reverse/from the wrong side. Note: this is not a machine quilting class.
Large Paper Clips Acorn Easy Press Pen, replacement nibs, and Easy Press Solution
One Beach Umbrella Kit, purchased through QuiltWorx.com/Garden-of-Quilts
3-1/2” by 18” piece of Template Plastic
Flower pins 6” by 12” ruler A 12” x 18” cutting mat (minimum), larger would be preferrable
12” Creative Grids Wave Ruler or the Curved Diamond Cutting and Trimming Ruler
Find supply bundles and more for this class at QuiltWorx.com/Garden-of-Quilts
$281 for the Wall Quilt and Pattern Kit or $508 for the Queen Quilt and Pattern Kit
Required Supplies
BinderStapler
Wednesday, 9 am - 4 pm
$289 for 2-Day Class (Lunch Included)
Technique: Cross Stitch Skill level: Beginner Spend an afternoon stitching in the garden with Sandy and learn the essentials of cross-stitch. In addition to cross-stitch, Sandy will teach the fun finishing technique used to display monthly Typography stitcheries.
$69 for Class $28 for Required Kit Required Supplies Embroidery Scissors
Required Supplies for Lap-Size 56” x 56”
Tsunami With Deonn Stott Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Simple, straight-seam construction and big, easy blocks create the effect of movement in this dynamic quilt design! This striking quilt gives the illusion of curves yet is pieced entirely with straight seams. Use yardage or repurpose old jeans for the perfect upcycled quilt! Let’s quilt up a storm! Students will learn to determine the color value in laying out their quilt blocks for the best contrast along with Deonn’s favorite tips for matching odd-angled seams to get pretty points. In a 3-hour class, students can expect to make at least one of each of the three different blocks that comprise this quilt, armed with the techniques needed to finish the quilt at home.
Print A DARK: 1-3/4 yards Print B MED-DARK: 1-1/8 yards Print C MEDIUM: 1-1/3 yards Print D* MED-LIGHT: 1-1/8 yards Print E* MED-LIGHT: 1-1/8 yards Print F LIGHT: 5/8 yard BINDING: 5/8 yard BACKING: 5-1/2 yards *Note: Prints D and E may be the same.
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies for 80” by 80” quilt
Print A DARK: 7/8 yard Print B MED-DARK: 3/4 yards Print C MEDIUM: 5/8 yards Print D* MED-LIGHT: 3/4 yards Print E* MED-LIGHT: 3/4 yards Print F LIGHT: 1/3 yard BINDING: 1/2 yard BACKING: 3-1/2 yards Required Supplies Sewing Machine, basic sewing kit including a washable glue stick, tableside rotary cutting equipment if you have it, and a ruler at least 18” long.
Cross Stitch Typography With Sandra Workman
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Wednesday, 2 pm - 5 pm
Over the Edge Binding With Carmen Geddes
Technique: Binding Skill level: Beginner Have you ever been stumped when it comes to finishing that one quilt? Or want to add some special finishing touches? Then this class is for you! Start-to-finish techniques for a successful finish every time! This is a lecture/demo style class filled with techniques on making, binding, and sewing your quilt with perfect mitered corners. By the end of this course, students will have learned: How to prep for scalloped edges Tips for machine and hand sewing the back side Adding the special finish of piping and more!
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Wishes With Melissa Corry Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner This star has a great twinkling effect that would make anyone wish for it. And with big 21” blocks, it comes together in no time. This quilt is Fat Quarter Friendly, making it easy to grab a bundle or pick some fabrics from your stash. Come learn a fun and fast way to make these star points twinkle with a no-waste lattice method. Additionally, you will learn some great tips to line up your points, so your stars are all perfection. Whichever size you choose, you are sure to have a finish that is just beautiful.
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
JIllily Studio Maker Paper Paper scissors
$5 handout available in class
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Foundation Piecing the Jillily Way With Jill Finley Technique: Piecing, Foundation Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Come learn this fun technique! Jill Finley will teach you how to do foundation piecing using her Maker Paper. You don’t sew through the paper, so there is no paper to pull out of the stitches! You will be working on two of the blocks from Jill Finley’s “Birds of a Feather” quilt. While this class will focus on the technique instead of a particular project, you can go on to finish the quilt or use your blocks on another project!
$69 for Class $20 for Required Kit
$69 for Class $36 for Required Kit Be Kind Mini Quilt With Amy Chappell Technique: Piecing, Applique Skill level: Beginner In this class we will cover tips and tricks for creating stunning raw edge applique. To create the border, we will do some simple patchwork then piece together cornerstone hearts to set off the whole project beautifully. This mini quilt is an approximate 26” square. Create a piece you will love displaying as a reminder that we can all “Be Kind”.
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
5/8 yard white background for applique and hearts 3/4 yard backing fabric 1/4 yard binding fabric 28” square of batting HeatnBond Lite or other sewable fusible adhesive
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Vintage Quilt With Jenny Pedigo Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Our Vintage quilt pattern is a perfect quilt for that collection of fabrics you’ve been saving to make something special! In this class you will learn how to cut angled pieces and use a Quick Straight Ruler. Additionally, we will cover the basics of color layout and piecing rows together.
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies 1 fat quarter (petals) 1 5” square (flower center) 1 10” square (leaves) 1 fat quarter (background) 1 fat quarter (backing) Embroidery needle Embroidery thread (1 skein) Under the Tree With Heather Peterson Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Get a head start on your holiday sewing with this fun runner or small wall quilt! This class covers some of Heather Peterson’s favorite techniques and tools for doing basic quilting blocks, like half-square triangles and folded corners. You will learn several different methods for each and then pick your favorite. We will also go over several techniques for precision piecing, since some of these pieces are small and we want them to turn out the right size!
Summer Blossoms Mini Quilt With Allison Jensen Technique: Piecing, Hand Embroidery Skill level: Intermediate Come make an adorable flower mini block, which can be used as a wall quilt or pillow. In this class, we will be piecing one 14” flower block using traditional machine piecing. Borders will be added to the block then quilted by machine to prepare for hand embroidery. Lastly, we’ll use the “lazy daisy” embroidery stitch on the center of the flower to make it look like a zinnia.
(16) 1/4 yard cuts assorted focus fabrics (bring to class) (10) 1/4 yard cuts low volume background fabrics (bring to class) 3 1/2 yards backing (not needed for class) 1/2 yard binding (not needed for class) Quick Straight RulerTM Vintage pattern (provided) Sewing machine
10” stacker or layer cake OR various large scraps in multiple colors
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
1 yard background fabric
With Jennifer Long Technique: Piecing, Fussy Cutting Skill level: Beginner What better quilt to make at Garden of Quilts than the Prairie Garden Quilt, pattern-designed and written by Jennifer Long! This quilt pattern is fat quarter friendly and a wonderful, relaxing sew with all straight line sewing. In this class, you will learn to use the whole fat quarter bundle to showcase both larger scale and smaller scale prints in a collection. Learn about fabric placement, block rotation, using single direction fabrics, fussy cutting tips, and more! The finished quilt will be 48” x 60”. $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
1/2 yard binding Sewing Machine
Thursday, 9 am - Noon
*This pattern is Fat Quarter Friendly Minimum 8 Fat Quarters of prints in large scale. Minimum 1 fat quarter small scale prints for inner pieced squares ¼ yard of each 7 coordinating solids 1 ¼ yards background fabric 3 ½ yards backing of quilt 1/2 yard for binding Batting Sawtooth Stars & Stripes With The Doan Girls Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Fast, fun, modern and patriotic - this project checks all the boxes. Join Misty, Jenny and Natalie as they teach Misty’s new design using two blocks for fast construction with loads of visual appeal. $69 for Class $100 for Required Kit
9 fat quarters (one for each cat and heart)
Travel Iron helpful Thread Prairie Garden Quilt Pattern
Kitty Love With Amanda Niederhauser Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Make this darling “Kitty Love” wall quilt by Amanda Niederhauser. Kitty Love is a fat quarter friendly quilt. You will learn how to make easy kitty blocks, heart blocks, and this fun pieced border. Put them together for a great wall quilt! Choose your own fabrics to customize the cats and hearts! Finished Quilt 31” x 31” $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
5- 4” embroidery hoops Embroidery floss to coordinate with felt colors
Students will learn: Curved Piecing with 3-pin technique HST’s trimmed with Bloc Loc rulers No-Waste Flying Geese • Nesting curved seams for perfect lines $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room.
5- 1” strips of fabric to wrap embroidery hoops Wool blend felt in colors to coordinate with fabric (a minimum of 5 colors)
Winter Icon Ornament
With Amy Chappell Technique: Applique, Hand Embroidery Skill level: Beginner Create a set of beautiful handmade ornaments in this relaxing hand sewing class. Learn how to transfer patterns onto felt, wrapping hoops, and basic embroidery stitches to add personality and fun. In this class, students will learn the basics of felt wool applique. We will talk about types of felt, how to transfer patterns onto felt, and methods for stitching applique pieces into place. This class will also teach basic embroidery stitches to add interest and personality to the ornaments. To finish, you will also learn how to wrap an embroidery hoop, as well as how to finish the back so your ornaments are beautiful from every angle. $69 for
Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
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5- 6” squares of fabric for applique background
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Flower Child With Melissa Corry Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Flower Child is a stunning quilt with beautiful secondary patterns. The directions allow you to nest all of the seams, making it easy to create perfect matching circles. Come learn an easy 3-pin method of making Modified Drunkard Path blocks. This is the perfect class if you have been nervous about trying curves! It is Pre-Cut Friendly and easy to get right to the cutting. You will have a wonderful quilt to show for it and a newly mastered technique. Whatever size you choose, you are sure to have a finish that is just beautiful!
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Matching thread Sewing machine Note: June Tailor will provide the printed batting and Zippity Do Done(tm) zippers for this project
Planted Seed Designs Triangle-in-a-Square Ruler (optional)
Sewing Machine Thread and Bobbin Thread
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Quilt-As-You-Go Cosmetic Bags With Jill Repp Technique: Piecing, “Sew By Number” Skill level: Beginner Learn the fast and easy method of constructing 2 quilted cosmetic bags using Quilt-As-You-Go printed batting. Simply sew by number! Each student will get printed batting for two cosmetic bags (large and small) along with 2 pre-sewn Zippity Do Done™ Zippers to complete their set of cosmetic bags. We’ll demonstrate easy ways to get fabrics cut, pressed, and ready for the Quilt-As-You-Go process and will then begin assembling one of the two cosmetic bags. Once the sides of the bag are done, we’ll add the pre-sewn Zippity Do Done™ Zippers to the bag and finish the construction. Students can expect to completely finish one bag in the class and have another one to take home. Students will get to choose from 1 of 6 colors of the pre-sewn zippers. We’ll also highlight other notions items that are handy when completing a Quilt-As -You-Go project. $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
With Gerri Robinson Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Learn three of Gerri’s favorite quilting elements (Flying Geese, Square-in-a-Square, and Triangle-in-a-Square) to make fun and happy Whirly Blooms in Gerri’s current fabric collection, Midnight Garden! Whirly Blooms is a repeating block pattern, allowing you to find your rhythm and get quite a few blocks done right in class. You’ll leave with a great sense of accomplishment!
$69 for Class $160 for Required Kit Required Supplies
Sewing Machine Acrylic Ruler
Granny Square Crochet With Lori Holt Technique: Crochet Skill level: Beginner Join Lori Holt from Bee in my Bonnet in this intimate, once-in-a-lifetime crochet class. During your time together, Lori will show you how to create the Granny Square crochet block – a blast from the past, and completely on-trend! You’ll use Lori’s colorful Riley Blake Designs Chunky Thread. This class is great for beginners or those wanting to brush up on their crochet skills. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn from the Queen Bee herself! No need to worry about packing your crochet hooks, scissors, or other crochet accessories.
$69 for Class $42 for Required Kit
Whirly Blooms in Midnight Garden
6 x 1/4 yard cuts of coordinating fabrics
1/2 yard of backing fabric (will be the lining of the cosmetic bags)
Weaver Street Quilt With Jen Belnap Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Do you have fat quarters and are not sure what to do with them? Do you have directional fabric and don’t know how to let it shine? Come and make the Weaver Street Quilt! This quilt comes together very fast with no sashing and no borders! You will have a quilt that you love in no time. Students will learn about fabric placement, focusing on directional fabric, scale, and color distribution. Students will also learn basic rotary cutting and will go step-bystep through piecing. The class will end with a discussion on quilt photography and how to get that fun quilt pic! $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
$69 for Class $85 for Required Kit Required Supplies Pattern is in my book, “Quilted Hugs”. Each student will need a copy of the book.
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
30 Fat ThreadSewingQuartersmachine Go Fly a Kite With Jill Finley Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate This fun quilt appeals to all ages. Students will strip piece and learn to make half-rectangletriangles, then put them together with half-square-triangles to make our kite blocks. You won’t have time to finish the whole quilt top, but you will learn all the techniques you need to finish and add finishing details. Skill level is for a confident beginner and up.
Super Snowflake With Heather Peterson Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Super Snowflake features an oversized snowflake design that creates a dramatic winter quilt. This statement piece is perfect for on the wall, as a lap quilt, or over the back of the couch. The pattern is fat quarter friendly and uses the Creative Grids 60-degree Triangle Ruler (CGRT60). The class will cover lots of helpful hints for sewing and cutting the 60-degree triangles and will break this complicated-looking quilt into simple steps. The quilt is made of 6 large red and white triangle blocks, framed by 4 green triangle blocks. The quilt is not quick to sew, but the pieces are large so anyone with a little experience dealing with 60-triangles can make it. This quilt features Heather’s fabric collection Snowed In.
$69 for Class $90 for Required Kit Required Supplies A 60-degree ruler I used the Creative Grids 60-degree triangle ruler. Some will be available to use or purchase at the class.
Thursday, 9 am - 4 pm
Piece Like Crazy With Janet Nesbitt Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate In this class, students can select ANY crazy quilt from any One Sister or Buggy Barn publication. That’s right – each student could potentially be making a different quilt! This is a fun class where students learn Janet Nesbitt’s popular “crazy” piecing technique. This trademark piecing method is easy and forgiving, ensuring quilting success for piecers of all levels. This is not a traditional piecing method – instead, this is an alternative to traditional paper piecing which can be difficult for some that have difficulty working in reverse/from the wrong side. Once the lightbulb goes off, this is a fun method that is super quick to cut and piece. Depending on the student’s project selection, each student should get a practice block done and get a good start on the remaining blocks. Skill level is for confident beginners and up. $149 for Class (Lunch Included) Required Supplies Crazy Book or pattern of their choice Fabrics per the pattern Sewing Machine Freezer paper 6”Pencilx24” ruler 60mm rotary cutter 18 x 24 mat 20-1/2” square for squaring blocks Long pin or wonder clips for getting any remaining block pieces home
Beach Umbrella Day 2
One Beach Umbrella Kit, purchased through QuiltWorx.com/Garden-of-Quilts
Flower pins 6” by 12” ruler A 12” x 18” cutting mat (minimum), larger would be preferrable High quality cotton sewing thread Size 70 needles (Microtex recommended) 3” by 12” piece of Template Plastic
12” Add-a-quarter ruler 18” Add-a-quarter ruler Fabric glue UHU stick Glue Pen (Fons and Porter, Sewline, or Avery recommended), and replacement glue Repositionable Glue (Judy prefers Scotch Brand)
Purple Thang Scotch Tape Large Ziploc Bags
Required Supplies
Acorn Easy Press Pen, replacement nibs, and Easy Press Solution
BinderStapler Clips (medium and small) Large Paper Clips
12” Creative Grids Wave Ruler or the Curved Diamond Cutting and Trimming Ruler
3-1/2” by 18” piece of Template Plastic
With Judy Niemeyer Technique: Piecing, Foundation Paper Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Work with Judy Niemeyer and local Certified Instructor, Cindy Haddick, in this 2-day workshop to make a custom Quiltworx pattern called Beach Umbrella! This design is not available as a general Quiltworx publication but was specifically created for Garden of Quilts in 2022. In this class, you will learn some beginner and intermediate foundation paper piecing techniques necessary to make Quiltworx designs. While you will not finish your project during the workshop, you will be equipped all the skills necessary to go home and finish your quilt successfully. The first day of class will focus on the center star, geese, and the spiked star border. Day 2 will include workshop time on the final border element and assembly. It will be the goal of the workshop to finish at least one, and possibly two of each of the individual elements in the quilt. $289 for 2-Day Class (Lunch Included) $281 for the Wall Quilt and Pattern Kit or $508 for the Queen Quilt and Pattern Kit
Find supply bundles and more for this class at QuiltWorx.com/Garden-of-Quilts
Thursday, 2 pm - 5 pm
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outer border 5/8 yard binding 4
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FinalBattingBackingsize: 46 1/2” x 46 1/2” Al Fresco With Sherri McConnell Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Students will learn piecing techniques to make the gorgeous Al Fresco quilt design. You will learn a variety of techniques for triangle square blocks and will also learn tips for piecing small blocks. $69 for RequiredClassSupplies least 34 fat eighths 1/2 yards Background, Sashing, Inner Border fabric yard 1/8 yard 1/8
Granny’s Medallion Baby Quilt With Paula McKinlay Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate This is a great sampler baby quilt, but instead of a row quilt, the different blocks are built in a medallion setting! Students will learn: yard fabric Loc 1 1/2” x 3” Flying Geese ruler
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
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Holiday Table Runner Party With Amanda Niederhauser, Bev McCullough, & Christopher Thompson
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Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Join Bev McCullough, Christopher Thompson, and Amanda Niederhauser for a holiday table runner party! This table runner class will include instruction from each of the 3 designers who will teach the block they designed. Then, put the blocks together to make a festive table runner! Christmas music and holiday cheer are encouraged in this class! $69 for Class $92 for Required Kit
• Piecing diamonds • Piecing a spinning star • Piecing flying geese • How to use low volumes $69 for RequiredClassSupplies 2 yards assorted lights / low volumes 2 yards assorted mediums 2/3
Come learn how to make the All the Good Quilt, which uses the foundational basics of what designer Mitzie Schafer calls “controlled improv.” Controlled Improv is the use of common design elements found in nature to inform and inspire your next quilt so that your brain reads it as natural, cohesive, and beautiful. The All the Good Quilt pattern uses the foundational basics of this technique. So many of us quilters try improv and get discouraged. Mitzie has established natural boundaries to ensure success. This pattern uses 24 fat quarters to make a throw size quilt. It uses a full fat quarter bundle and doesn’t waste any of the fat quarter. In this workshop we will:
Background (Sashing): 1 3/4 yards (solid or non-directional print recommended)
Technique: Controlled Improv Skill level: Beginner
Journal or blank pages to write on Pen, Pencils, Black Sharpie fine point, colored pencils
• Learn how to lay the quilt out, utilizing the patterns basic controlled improv parameters
Midnight Garden With Heather Peterson Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Create two different flower blocks and set them off with a navy backdrop for this dramatic midnight garden! This class covers some of Heather’s favorite techniques and tools for doing basic quilting blocks like half-square triangles and folded corners. You will learn several different methods for each and then pick your favorite method. We will also cover several template-free methods for making the flowers by using basic quilting blocks. There are several size options in the pattern, including crib, lap, throw, and twin. The boxed kit is for the throw size option.
• Learn how to match fabrics up at the start to create the flow of color
Fly the Flag With Amy Smart Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner The Fly the Flag quilt is a fun, fast version of American Flag Quilt blocks. This quilt is an unconventional sampler quilt and we will walk through the process of piecing 4 classic star quilt blocks that include a variety of techniques. Or feel free to come make the fast version of the flag blocks with no stars and finish the quilt top in the class time! This class level is for Experienced Beginners and above. $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Fabric requirements Blues: 4-8 different Fat Quarters Reds: 20 strips 2 1/2” x 42” Whites: 20 strips 2 1/2” x 42”
Fat Quarter Bundles of 12-24 Blenders and/or solids
$69 for Class $93 for Required Kit
Sewing Machine, quilting notions (pins, scissors, thread, etc) 18” long ruler for cutting strips (or cut them ahead of time) 6 1/2” x 6 1/2” square ruler
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Outside border: 7/8 yard Binding: 5/8 yard All the Good Quilt With Mitzie Schafer
Optional: Your favorite ruler for squaring up half-square triangles. (Don’t worry if you don’t have one, I’ll be demo’ing and have some available in class)
• Learn how to find balance in the layout $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
• Cut the pieces using the template included in the pattern
• Put the final quilt top together.
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Students will learn: Half Square Triangles - trim with Bloc Loc rulers, Strip Piecing and tricks for speeding up sub-cutting, Nesting Seams from Strip Piecing, Perfect Points from HST’s, Stitch and Flip Corners $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Home Quilt With Jen Belnap Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Nothing speaks of home like a quilt! Students will learn fabric and color placement. Students will also receive the option to make either the original pattern or the Big Home quilt pattern, which will release with the fabric line Fleur Noire for Riley Blake Designs in September. Students will learn & discuss:
This quilt uses half square triangles to whip together the leaves, and super fun and fast strip piecing to make the chains. It is fat quarter friendly so it is easy to grab a bundle or pick some fabrics from your stash. Whatever size you choose, you are sure to finish with a quilt that is just beautiful!
• Sew an Orange Peel unit/block; press and trim.
• Tips & tricks for attaching a border $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
• Different scale prints and how to give them variety in the quilt
Sewing machine Thread In Bloom With Fran Gulick Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Take a piece of the Garden home with you! In this class, Fran will guide you from start to finish on making a Copihue quilt block (a Copihue is a bell-shaped flower, native to Chile, very similar in shape to tulips). Together, we will tackle curved piecing and go over cutting fabrics using templates and sewing curves (Drunkard’s Path and Orange Peels). During class, we will make a baby-size quilt. You will walk away with all the skills necessary to make this quilt over and over, including the larger sizes included in the pattern (throw and queen). The workshop will begin by introducing the two components of all curved pieces - the convex and concave pieces. Then we will: $69 for Class $52 for Required Kit
Swirling Leaves
• Put the block together (how to nest pieces to eliminate bulk)
• Basic rotary cutting skills • Piecing for the heart and the house
for Throw Size 21 Fat Quarters 2 2/3 yards background fabric 1 1/2 yard outer border fabric
• Talk about pinning vs glue-basting pieces before sewing • Sew a Drunkard’s Path unit/block; press and trim.
With Melissa Corry Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Swirling Leaves is a beautiful twist on a traditional fall leaf design that is sure to be a stunner!
(4) Solids or Prints for Beards/Aprons: (1) Fat Quarter each (4) Prints for Gnome Shirts or Dresses: 3/8 yard each (1) Grey Print or Solid for Gnome Shoes: (1) Fat Eighth (1) Print for Tree Trunks: (1) Fat Quarter Prints for Trees: At least (7) Fat Quarters Background: 5 yards Outer Border: ¾ yard Binding: 3/4 yard Backing: 4 ½ yards
Mod Stars With Amanda Niederhauser Technique: Applique Skill level: Intermediate Mod Stars is a fast, easy, and fun take on a star quilt. Learn how to use precut 10” squares to create each of the 12” quilt blocks. You will learn how to get perfect points on your stars and tricks for matching seam intersections! Finished Quilt: 60” x 72” $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
(4) Prints for Gnome Hats: (1) Fat Quarter each (4) Skin Tones as shown in the Quilt Image, or (1) Skin Tone: (1) Fat Eighth of (4) Skin Tones, or (1) Fat Eighth of (1) Skin Tone.
Friday, 9 am - Noon
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Quilt-a-Gnome With Jennifer Long Technique: Piecing, HSR using a homemade paper template Skill level: Intermediate Join Jennifer Long - Riley Blake fabric designer and quilt pattern writer, as she teaches you to sew one of the whimsical Gnomes found in her Gnome for the Holidays Quilt Pattern. This quilt class uses traditional piecing techniques. In this class, you will learn Jennifer’s easy and fun, half-square-rectangle method for piecing! It is truly like magic! Choose between the Gnome or Gnomette blocks and build this quilt to suit your own family, grandkids and more. $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
4” Flying Geese ruler Fabric Requirements 30 10” x 10” high volume squares for block borders 15 10” x 10” high volume squares for block points For block centers you can choose to use a theme print which will need 30 center squares 4 1/2” x 4 1/2” - or you can use 8 additional 10” x 10” squares. 2 yards white/cream background fabric 2/3 yards binding 4 1/2” yards quilt backing
$69 for Class $148 for Required Kit Stamp Collecting With Melissa Corry Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Stamp Collecting is a wonderfully whimsical block that has a fun center block with an awesome stamp inspired border creating an overall charming design. It is Fat Quarter Friendly so it is easy to grab a bundle or pick some fabrics from your stash. Come learn great basic building blocks and tips and tricks to help you line up your points so your blocks are all perfection. Whatever size you choose, you are sure to have a finish that is just beautiful!
Students will learn: • Stitch and Flip Corners
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Blooming Stars With The Doan Girls Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Join Jenny, Natalie and Misty for this beautiful high impact quilt using 10” squares. Is it a flower or is it a star? It’s a Blooming Star! Designed by Natalie, the Doan Girls will walk you through clever cutting, piecing, squaring, sashing and adding borders that lay flat. This class is great for quilters at an advanced beginner level or above. The final quilt size is 67”x67”.
• Trimming Center Block with Marked Ruler
Journal or blank pages to write on Glue stick Pen, Pencils, Black Sharpie fine point, colored pencils 10-18 random fabrics from your stash to include 2-4 prints and the rest Solids/Blenders. Keep them organized by color and size with clips. For each color bring the following: 5” square x 2 1” square x 10 CONTENT NEEDED
• Nesting Angled Seams for Perfect Points
• Lots of Chain Stitching $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Controlled Improv Part 1 - Color Theory With Mitzie Schafer Technique: Color Theory, Controlled Improv Skill level: Beginner Controlled Improv is the use of common design elements found in nature to inform and inspire your next quilt so that your brain reads it as natural, cohesive, and beautiful. This class will begin with a dive into common design elements by looking at how color behaves in nature. We will learn how to take a group of fabrics that feel “off” and find a flow that feels “right” to our brains instead. We will learn how to pair solid, blender, and print fabrics together. We will also learn how to order fabrics and place them in a quilt layout. This class may be taken with Part 2 – Design Elements or as a standalone class. $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
$69 for Class $98 for Required Kit
With Charisma Horton Technique: Piecing, Paper Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Charisma’s “Cottage Series” is a stunning collection featuring the same gorgeous cottage in different blocks. Choose your favorite pattern in the Cottage Series and prepare to learn a fun variety of techniques, including regular piecing and a little bit of foundation piecing.
Atomic Starburst Quilt With Violet Craft Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Create this beautiful mid-century inspired quilt or tree skirt using the Violet Craft Foundation Paper Piecing method combined with traditional piecing. The diamonds are a perfect opportunity for fussy piecing your most prized fabric pieces! This quilt is also a great option for showcasing Christmas and Halloween prints. This foundation paper piecing class is a great project for any sewist from beginner to advanced. There is always something new to learn!
$69 for
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Template Copies - Please make copies of the Starburst template on your preferred paper ahead of class. I use standard 20# copy paper. Optional supplies - Add A Quarter Ruler, Violet Craft Seam Roller Fabric Requirements
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
RequiredClassSupplies Choose your favorite pattern from Charisma’s Cottage Series: Pumpkin Cottage, Rose Cottage Retreat, Christmas Cottage, Love Thy Neighbor, or Cottage Lane. Bring fabric requirements as listed on the pattern of your choice.
Pattern - The Atomic Starburst Pattern or The Atomic Starburst Tree Skirt Pattern
Starburst Fabrics - (20) different 6” x 8” solids - For stars all of the same color, 1 yard Diamond Fabrics - (30) different 7” x 12” - The diamonds are 10” square (layer cake) friendly, but will be cut on point. Background - 5 yards Kits for this quilt can be purchased on Violet Craft’s website: https://www.violetcraft.com/ fabric-and-kits
Christmas Chamomile Quilt With Allison Jensen Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner We will be making a Christmas version of the Chamomile pattern, which is a lovely, soft and subtle quilt. With strip piecing at every step, this quilt comes together in no time at all! You’ll start making the 3 different elements of the quilt: blocks, sashing, and cornerstones. Allison will walk you through the most efficient way to create each part, and discuss fabric placement tips for the prettiest blocks! Note: the quilt pictured is the Valentine version, not the Christmas version that will be made in class.
Cottage Series
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Technique: Piecing Skill level: Advanced Come make this fun and jolly Christmas quilt! This will be a workshop that has multiple blocks in the construction. There will be some sewing with curves, some sewing with foundation paper piecing, sewing with strips, and squaring with a template.
Fabric Requirements
Contrasting Green-Poinsettia leaves 1 Fat quarter Outer Border Fabric 1-1/4 Yard Binding 2/3 Yard Fabric for Santa Light gray-Background Fabric 3/4 Yard Red- for hat 1 Fat quarter White-for beard 1 Fat quarter White-for hat brim 1 Fat quarter Peach-face 1 Fat quarter Black Eyes scrap Darker Pink- for nose scrap
ContrastingYardRed-Poinsettias
1 Layer Cake (Moda) or 10” Stacker (Riley Blake) or other assorted Christmas fabric Red-Poinsettias and sashing corners 1 Yard Gray-Inner border 1 Yard White 2
1 Fat quarter Green -Poinsettia leaves 1 Fat quarter
Friday, 9 am - 4 pm
$149 for Class (Lunch Included)
Required Supplies
A 3” Drunkards path template set preferably the one I have designed. a small rotary cutter 28mm a fabric glue stick would be helpful 1/4” open toe foot for your sewing machine
Santa Brings Presents With LaVonne Jackson
With Judy Niemeyer Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Work with Judy Niemeyer and local Certified Instructor, Karen Caduff in this 1-day workshop to make a set of Foundation Paper Pieced Placemats! In this class, you will learn beginner foundation paper piecing techniques necessary to make Quiltworx designs. You will finish at least one placemat during the 1-day class, and likely finish paper piecing on even more. $149 for Class (Lunch Included) $105 for Kit from QuiltWorx.com
Acorn Easy Press Pen, replacement nibs, and Easy Press Solution (Optional, but wonderful) Find supply bundles and more for this class at QuiltWorx.com/Garden-of-Quilts
High quality cotton sewing thread Size 70 needles (Microtex recommended) 3” by 12” piece of Template Plastic 3-1/2” by 18” piece of Template Plastic
12” Creative Grids Wave Ruler or the Curved Diamond Cutting and Trimming Ruler
Flower pins Rotary cutter 45mm or 60 mm New rotary blade(s) 6” by 12” ruler A 12” x 18” cutting mat (minimum), larger would be preferrable
Required Supplies One Placemat Kit, purchased through QuiltWorx.com/Garden-of-Quilts
Clips (medium and small) Large Paper Clips or, fabric requirements: (3) 6” strips of light fabric for your inside melon (Bag #B) (2) 2-1/2” Strips from (5) different fabrics for each of the star points in the inside melon (Bag #B) (3) 18” strips of fabric for the main background of your quilt (Bag #D) (2) 8” strips from (2) different fabrics for the alternating outside spikes on each melon (Bag Purchase#D) pattern
12” Add-a-quarter ruler 18” Add-a-quarter ruler Fabric glue UHU stick Glue Pen (Fons and Porter, Sewline, or Avery recommended), and replacement glue Repositionable Glue (Judy prefers Scotch Brand)
www.quiltworx.com/patterns/blue-moon-placemats
Please cut your kits to the above strips before class and do not go any farther. You will also cut your foundation papers and template sheets out and get them placed in the proper bag (Bag #B or Bag #D) to prepare for class.
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Scotch Tape Large Ziploc Bags BinderStapler
Blue Moon Placemats
Purple Thang (Optional, but helpful for steps that might include removing papers, having an extra finger, curved piecing, and so on).
Garden Terrace Quilt Pattern With Bev McCullough Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Make this Garden Terrace Quilt with new Daisy Fields fabric! This quilt is so fun to make up! Students will learn how to sew up the blocks to make up this darling quilt.
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(4) sets of pre-cut fabrics to make 4 Flower Pop blocks Pre-cut assorted flower fabrics for (1) Flower Pop block: (4) 4-1/4” x 4-1/4” petals (matching) (4) 2-1/4” x 2-1/4” centers (matching) (1) 1” x 9” stem (2) 3-1/2” x 3-1/2” leaves (matching) Pre-cut assorted background fabrics for (1) Flower Pop block: (1) 4” x 7-1/2” spacer (4) 5-3/4” x 5-3/4” petals bg (matching) (2) 4-3/4” x 4-3/4” leaves bg (2) 3-3/4” x 4-1/2” stem bg (2) 3-3/4” x 2-1/2” stem bg (2) 1-1/4” x 3” stem bg Wonder Curve Ruler© Squared Up With Fran Gulick Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner A fun introduction to using precuts for your quilts! Learn how to make Fran’s Squared Up pattern and how to make the most out of your precut fabric (10” stackers in this case), how to plan around directional fabrics and the magic of chain piecing to speed up the sewing process. The workshop will feature discussions on precut fabrics, why they are so fun to work with, and how to make the best of them! Finished throw size quilt: 60” x 71”
$69 for Class $126 for Required Kit Flower Pop With Jenny Pedigo Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate Flower Pop is the perfect quilt to make with your favorite fabrics! Easy curved piecing is taught in class. No pins, no finding center, just cut, sew, and square-up. Using the Wonder Curve Ruler from Sew Kind of Wonderful this quilt is perfect for all Skill Levels.
Friday, 2 pm - 5 pm
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
$69 for Class $76 Kit
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Log Cabin-Ish Quilt With Jen Belnap Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Do you love Log Cabin Quilts? This beginner quilt comes together quickly! The piecing resembles a log cabin quilt with many options to make your quilt your own. This class will feature discussions about color and fabric placement, directional fabric, and how to make this particular pattern your own unique quilt through different methods shown in the quilt pattern. Students should leave confident with a unique quilt that is all their own!
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies 16 Fat Quarters 1/4 yard for cornerstones 2 yards background Sewing machine Thread
Petal Pop With Melissa Corry Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Petal Pop is a wonderful design that creates large petal blocks that come together to make gorgeous flowers. And believe it or not, you will use log cabin piecing method to make this quilt! With easy construction using 2 1/2” Strips, this bedspread will go together in no time. This design is perfect for displaying some of your favorite prints all grouped together. If you are looking for a beautiful and bold look, this is the class for you!
Washable glue stick (Elmer’s or generic brand) Fabric scissors (large & small) Sewing
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
White 1 ½ yards Black ½ yard Dark Grey ½ yard Light Grey ½ yard Pale Pink 1 2/3 yards Medium Pink Fat quarter or ¼ yard Dark Pink Fat quarter or ¼ yard Coral Fat quarter or ¼ yard Red Fat quarter or ¼ yard Orange Fat quarter or ¼ yard Yellow Fat quarter or ¼ yard Green Fat quarter or ¼ yard Aqua Fat quarter or ¼ yard Blue Fat quarter or ¼ yard Purple Fat quarter or ¼ yard Binding 5/8 yard Backing 44” wide 3 ¾ yards
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
1 package of Gigi’s Thimble 12-3/8” x 12-3/8”
Pineapple Block Foundation Paper Piecing With Amber Johnson Technique: Foundation Paper Piecing Skill level: Beginner Learn Amber’s “Grab ‘n Go” method of Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) while making a classic Pineapple Block! This is a great block to learn FPP because it just uses squares and strips (no triangles!) and repeats the same few steps over and over. his is a great stash buster project and the oversized blocks (12-3/8” finished) give you a lot of bang for your buck. This block looks a lot harder than it really is! Plan on getting one block done in class.
Pineapple Block Paper Piecing Pattern
MediumAcrylicIronCoordinatingmachinethread&ironingboardrulersizecutting mat Lots of dark and light strips of fabric that are 2” wide x varying lengths 2-1/4” square for block center Love Actually With Charisma Horton Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Love, Actually is made with simple blocks and rainbow of color. The quilt tells a story of how love transforms the heart! Students will be constructing familiar blocks with a focus on color planning to create the design. This is a great class for a confident beginner!
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Magic Insta-Blocks With Deonn Stott Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Bust your stash and build your skills with Magic Insta-Blocks! Each of the seven quick techniques taught in this workshop will produce multiple blocks at the same time, like magic! Using just over a yard of fabric yields up to 20 six-inch blocks. Class discussion will include layout and design options to “grow” the perfect-sized quilt. New and seasoned quilters alike will enjoy Deonn’s best tips and tricks for precision piecing. $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
1 Pre-cut Rolie Polie (Jelly Roll) or 36 – 2 ½” strips of fabric cut on WOF 2 yards top strip rows (teal in the sample) 2 yards bottom strip rows (yellow in the sample) 5 ¼ yards for backing 2/3 yard for binding
Sewing machine, Basic sewing kit, 6-1/2” Triangle Square-Up Ruler by Quilt-in-a-Day*, tableside rotary cutting equipment if you have it.
Prints (C) and (D): 2 Fat Quarters Light/Background fabrics OR 1/2 yard of one print
*NOTE: May order ruler from instructor. Fabric Requirements (This will yield up to 20 “Insta-Blocks!”)
Saturday, 9 am - Noon
ADDITIONAL FABRICS for a 48” x 58” Throw Assorted 5” charm squares (24), Sashing: 2/3 yard, Inner Border: 1/3 yard (optional), Outer Border: 1 yard, Backing: 3 yards, Beyond the Horizon With Jennifer Long Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Join Jennifer Long, Riley Blake fabric designer and quilt pattern writer, in this beginner-friendly quilt class. Do you collect those beautiful 2 1/2” precut rolls of fabrics but don’t know what to make with them? In this class, Jennifer will teach you how to use the Bargello tube technique to achieve the movement on this quilt. The Beyond the Horizon quilt pattern is strikingly beautiful and such a relaxing sew, no triangles and corners to match and trim! All you need is one precut roll and a bit of yardage to sew it all together. Depending on your color palette, you can make this quilt appear to be from earth to sky, sand to ocean, rain to rainbow, or garden to flowers. We can’t wait to see your Beyond the Horizon quilts! $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Prints (A) and (B): 2 Fat Quarters (approx. 18” x 21” each) in Medium/Dark coordinating prints, Print (C): 1/8 yard of a third coordinating Medium/Dark multicolor print (may use border print)
Pattern - The Fan Palm Quilt Pattern by Violet Craft Template Copies - Please make copies of the templates for the size you are making on your preferred paper ahead of class. I use standard 20# copy paper. Fabric requirements vary depending on the size you are making. Please see yardage requirements listed on the back covers of the pattern.
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Optional supplies - Add A Quarter Ruler, Violet Craft Seam Roller
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee. 70 and Sunny With Jenny Pedigo Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate We love this modern version of a timeless quilt classic ‘Grandmother’s Fan’! Learn easy, curved piecing while making this eye-catching quilt. No pinning nor finding the center; just cut, sew, and square-up! This is an achievable technique for all skill levels. We will use the original Quick Curve Ruler and Wonder Curver Ruler by Sew Kind of Wonderful. The goal for class is to complete 4-8 fan blocks. $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
45mm
(3) 6” x 11” (focus color wedges) (4) 6” x 11” (focus color wedges) (4) 4-1/4” x 4-1/4” (gray center) (2) 13” x 13” (low volume BG) Quick Curve Ruler TM Wonder Curve Ruler TM (optional) Sew Square 10TM (9” or larger square-up ruler) 70 & Sunny pattern (provided) Sewing machine rotary cutter Aurora With Melissa Corry Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Aurora is a beautiful Star Quilt that uses the same techniques for two blocks, but amazingly produces two completely different looks through fabric and unit placement. All you need is one pre-cut of 10” Stackers/Layer Cake to get going! Throughout this course, you will develop an understanding of how to perfectly line up points so that your stars reach perfection. This quilt is from Melissa’s yet-to-be-published Lap Quilts book. Aurora also teaches the following
Flying Geese Stitch and Flip Corners • Lots of Tricks for Perfect Points $69 for
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The Fan Palm Quilt With Violet Craft Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner The Fan Palm Quilt is a perfect modern addition to your home, invoking the perfect geometry of nature using the Violet Craft Foundation Paper-Piecing method. This course is a great project for any quilter, from beginner to advanced level. We will begin with an introduction to foundation paper-piecing and the best practices and tools. Then we will work step-by-step on piecing on your project before covering the topics of paper removal, finishing, and quilting. $69 for
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1 Layer Cake/10” Stacker(33 Assorted Print 10” squares) for blocks 4 1/2 yards of background fabric for blocks and sashing 2/3 yard of fabric for binding 4 1/4 yards of fabric for backing
RequiredClassSupplies
When Life Gives You Lemons With Fran Gulick Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate What happens when life give you lemons? You make a quilt! Learn to tackle curved piecing and make the Memi’s Lemons quilt. Techniques covered in class include cutting with templates and sewing curves (Drunkard’s Path and Orange Peels). This workshop will focus on making the table runner size included in the pattern, while giving participants all the tips, tools, and confidence necessary to do a full size quilt both of this pattern and other curved blocks.
FINISHED SIZE: 48½” x 48½” # OF STARS: 5 ASSORTED BRIGHT PRINT SCRAPS*: 1¹∕3 yards total
Stash Hash With Amber Johnson Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Amber will teach students how to make 2 different kinds of blocks: scrappy Star Blocks using both squares and half-square triangles, and Hashtag Blocks. This is a great stash-buster project and is very beginner friendly. Accuracy and basic quilt making tips will be shared as well as tips on using low-volume fabrics. You will need the Stash Hash quilt pattern (which includes instructions for 3 different size quilts). The fabric will need to be cut prior to class. $69 for RequiredClassSupplies Lap Size
With Mitzie Schafer Technique: Design Theory, Controlled Improv Skill level: Beginner Controlled Improv is the use of common design elements found in nature to inform and inspire your next quilt so that your brain reads it as natural, cohesive, and beautiful. In this class, we will move beyond color into other common design elements found in nature. This includes but is not limited to shape, size, direction, patterns, spirals, and repetition. We will learn how to identify them, list them, and then order them for use. This will determine placement of squares, rectangles, triangles, stripes, and curves in your designs. It will also define size and placement. This class may be taken with Part 1 – Color Theory or as a standalone class.
WHITE SOLID BACKGROUND: 1 5/8 yards BINDING: ½ yard 40” WIDE BACKING: 3 1/8 yards BATTING: 56” x 56”
Required Supplies Throw Size FINISHED SIZE: 64½” x 80½” # OF STARS: 10 ASSORTED BRIGHT PRINT SCRAPS*: 2²∕3 yards total WHITE SOLID BACKGROUND: 3¹∕3 yards BINDING: 2/3 yard 40” WIDE BACKING: 5 yards BATTING: 72” x 88”
Required Supplies Full Size FINISHED SIZE: 80½” x 80½” # OF STARS: 13 ASSORTED BRIGHT PRINT SCRAPS*: 3½ yards total WHITE SOLID BACKGROUND: 4 1/8 yards BINDING: ²∕3 yard 40” WIDE BACKING: 7¹∕3 yards BATTING: 88” x 88”
Lap Size Journal or blank pages to write on Glue stick Pen, Pencils, Black Sharpie fine point, colored pencils A MINI charm back of blenders or solids
$69 for Class $70 for Required Kit
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Controlled Improv Part 2 - Design Elements
Saturday, 9 am - 4 pm
Millefiori Quilt With LaVonne Jackson Technique: Piecing Skill level: Advanced This class demonstrates how to break down the basic block of the Millefiori design by sewing with more straight lines and less “Y” seams. We will also cover how and when to use fussy cutting. This is a very scrappy quilt, which means that each grouping of millefiori blocks stands out individually. This class is for intermediate to advanced quilters, given they are able to keep a consistent ¼” seam.
Border fabric- 1-1/2 yards Binding 3/4 yard Templates or Stamps quilter chooses 1/4”
$149 for Class (Lunch Included) Required Supplies for Queen Size (Can be adjusted) White/background 2-1/2 yards Tan or contrast color- 2 yards Millefiori Blocks 40 Fat quarter’s wide variety of colors and prints
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
PencilSewing1/4”Sewingfootmachineseamtapetweezersorvariousmarking pens
Violet Craft Abstractions - The Bunny/Choose Your Own Adventure With Violet Craft Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Join us to learn the Violet Craft Foundation Paper-Piecing method using this adorable bunny pattern OR start your journey on any of the Violet Craft Abstractions patterns! You may choose from one of the following patterns: Forest, Lion, Giraffe, Elephant, Mt. Hood, Peacock, Desert Mirage, Wolf, Cow, Bunny, Three Sisters, Unicorn, Horse, Cheetah, or Tiger. This class is great for any quilter, beginner to advanced. There is always something new to learn! Additionally, we will cover paper removal, finishing, and quilting. $69 for RequiredClassSupplies Pattern - The Bunny Abstractions Pattern by Violet Craft Template Copies - Please make copies of the Starburst template on your preferred paper ahead of class. I use standard 20# copy paper. (7) fat quarters for the bunny (consider white for the tail, black for the eyes, one background and (4) for the bunny fur All other patterns have their own yardage requirements listed on the back covers of each pattern. Optional supplies - Add A Quarter Ruler, Violet Craft Seam Roller
Background 3 yards Cut 16 8” squares double cut (corner to corner) Cut 64 5-1/4” squares (for corner blocks) Sashing 3 yards cut 80 2”x 16” strips Pieced strip 640 1-1/2” assorted squares 100 1-1/2” x 2” assorted rectangles
Per Block Stars: 80 5” assorted strips in various widths…1” – 2”
Lap quilt : 9 stars Background 1-1/2 yards Cut 9 8” squares double cut (corner to corner) Cut 36 5-1/4” squares (for corner blocks) Sashing 1-1/2 yards Cut 48 2”x 16” strips Pieced strip 400 1-1/2” assorted squares 64 1-1/2” x 2” assorted rectangles
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
Saturday, 2 pm - 5 pm
Baby quilt: 4 Stars
Goldie’s Quilt With Paula McKinlay Technique: Piecing Skill level: Intermediate A perfect project for using your leftover fabric strips. Throughout this course, students will learn strip piecing, Y seams (which you will learn to love!), and the use of color. $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Before class please cut the 5” strips…as you are cutting those strips also cut your 1-1/2” squares for the sashing…
Cut 16 5-1/4” squares (for corner blocks) Sashing ¾ yard cut 24 2” x 16” strips
Pieced strip 201 1-1/2” assorted squares 36 1-1/2” x 2” assorted rectangles
Background ¾ yard Cut 4 8” squares double cut (corner to corner)
Full-Queen : 16 Stars
PRINT A (Large Main Star, Middle Border): 1-1/2 yards, PRINT B (Large Star Coordinating Print, Inner Border): 7/8 yard, PRINT C (Small Star Points, Accents): 2/3 yards, PRINT D (Outer Border): 1 yard, BACKGROUND: 1 yard, BINDING: 5/8 yard, BACKING: 3-3/4 yards.
Required Supplies for 22”x22”
PRINT A: 1 Fat Quarter, PRINT B: 1 Fat Quarter, PRINT C: 1 Fat Quarter, PRINT D: 1 Fat
Barn Star With Deonn Stott Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Clean lines and classic design; quilts don’t get much easier than that! Quickly piece this stunning bed-size quilt with big, easy blocks (no “Y” seams) to make a big impression! Class discussion will include some of Deonn’s best tips for precision piecing, using directional prints, and will wrap up with a mitered border demonstration. Additionally, students will learn some of Deonn’s favorite tips for pinning, tricks for pressing, and tools for trimming blocks with precision. We will cover how to cut fabrics that have a directional design, some shortcuts for speed-piecing, and how to pre-cut mitered borders to frame the quilt center. Throughout the course of this 3-hour class, students can expect to complete the center star of this quilt and be equipped with the techniques they’ll need to finish the full quilt at home.
Required Supplies for 92”x92”
Required Supplies for 62”x62”
May order ruler from instructor. If you are making a smaller quilt, order the 6-1/2” ruler instead.
PRINT A (Large Main Star, Middle Border): 2-1/2 yards, PRINT B (Large Star Coordinating Print, Inner Border): 1-1/2 yards, PRINT C (Small Star Points, Accents): 1 yard, PRINT D (Outer Border): 2-1/4 yards, BACKGROUND: 1-1/4 yards, BINDING: 1 yard, BACKING: 8 yards OR 2-3/4 yards 108”-wide backing.
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
$69 for RequiredClassSupplies
9-1/2” Triangle Square-Up Ruler by Quilt-in-a-day
BACKING:BINDING:BACKGROUND:Quarter,1FatQuarter,1/4yard,3/4yard.
Scraptastic Stars With Melissa Corry Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner We all have leftover fabric scraps. What better way to use them than in Rainbow Stars? This fun block features 2 ½” scrap squares put together with a wonderful Irish Chain setting. This is a super fun and easy class that will cover scrap keeping methods as well as dividing scraps by color. Additionally, we’ll host an in-class scrap swap! You are sure to have an amazing finish. Students will learn Color Theory, Nesting Seams, and Fabric Swapping $69 for RequiredClassSupplies
Color 1 1/4 yard Color 2 1/2 yard Color 3 2/3 yard Color 4 7/8 yard Color 5
Holiday Deliveries With Carmen Geddes Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Time to start your holiday projects? Choose from these EasyPiecing choices for one fun class: 1.5” (27 x 27) OR 2” (36 x 36) finished squares before border. This technique brings out your creativity, builds confidence, and provides great use of half square triangles. $69 for Class $15 for Required Kit Required Supplies Sewing Machine 1/4” piecing foot 2 washable Elmer’s glue sticks Appliqué pressing sheet (optional) Fabric requirements and pre class prep sent after class sign up.
Kristoff & Klaus With Charisma Horton Technique: Applique, Hand Embroidery Skill level: Intermediate Come learn how to prepare your wool embroidery and also a variety of embroidery stitches to embellish your piece. This is a fun project with a variety of stitches to learn! $69 for RequiredClassSupplies You will need the Kristoff & Klaus pattern, provided at regristration. Please prep your pieces prior to class. Background fat quarter Border 1/2 yd Wool Greens 3-5 scraps Black (eyes & nose) scraps Browns 6-8 (deer) ¼ yd total Gnome 4-5 scraps Embroidery floss various colors Water soluble pen Fabric glue stick (for temporary basting) Binding 1/4 yd Backing 5/8 yd
$69 for Class Alma Quilt Fabric Requirements 2 Backgroundyards41/3 yards Baby Alma Quilt Fabric
Alma Quilt With Jen Belnap Technique: Piecing Skill level: Beginner Alma in Spanish means ‘heart and soul.’ Using traditional piecing methods, students will learn how to piece the Alma quilt. Jen Belnap will be sharing tips and tricks on color placement and achieving the ombre effect in your quilt. This course will also cover fabric saving tips. The Alma Quilt comes together quickly and is perfect for all skill levels. You can decide the size you want to make! We look forward to having a lot of fun talking about our ‘heart and soul’ in quilting.
Requirements Color 1 1/4 yard Color 2 1/4 yard Color 3 1/3 yard Color 4 1/2 yard Color 5 3/4 Backgroundyard2yards
Preregistration required for classes. Visit thanksgivingpoint.org/quilt for more information and to register. Attendees should come prepared with basic sewing supplies (straight pins and pin cushion, scissors, seam ripper, fabric marking pen or pencil, small cutting mat (no larger than 12x18), rotary cutter) in addition to any supplies noted in class descriptions. Shared ironing and cutting areas will be available in each room. Thanksgiving Point members recieve 10% discount on class registration. Member discount does not apply to kit fee.
