Friday, April 11 (9:30 am - 4 pm) Cost per attendee: $40 Instructor: Denise Clockworx is a great introduction to Judy Niemeyer's foundation paper piecing methods. The sashings and corner stones between the paper pieced blocks help absorb the bulk of the seams. Additionally, the outer points are floating so you don't have to worry about cutting off the points.
Friday, April 4 (10 am - 2 pm) - OR - Saturday, April 12 Cost per attendee: $30 Instructor: Sammie Sammie's Clam Up bag class is back - this time with two date options! The byAnnie Clam Up bag is perfect for notions, cosmetics, wonder clips, a small Easter "basket", or even a May Day bag! In class, you will make the large size Clam Up bag, which is 4 7/8" H x 6 1/2" W x 4 5/8" D. Sammie has a fun trick/tip for putting on the zipper with a bias binding. She not only finds this technique easier, but it also gives the bag a pretty aesthetic. If you aren't a "bag person" or haven't worked with a zipper before, don't let that stop you from taking this class! This is a great class for learning how to tackle a zipper and feel confident! Sammie is an exceptional teacher! The pattern includes several other sizes. So, once you learn the technique in class, you can use that to construct any of the other sizes included in the pattern.
Friday, April 18 (10 am - 4 pm) Cost per attendee: $30 Instructor: Rita Please contact the store at (785) 842-1101 with questions or to sign up. This is a perfect shopping tote, library tote, or oversized purse! The tote has a magnetic closure and a detachable zipper pouch - great for your keys, small wallet, etc. ByAnnie Soft and Stable gives the tote great structure. The pattern is jelly roll strip friendly. So, if you have a partial leftover jelly roll, this could be a great use for it! This is a great beginner bag class! Tote measures approximately 12" W x 15" H x 4" D
Wednesday, April 23 (10 am - 4 pm) Cost per attendee: $12 No Instructor Please contact the store at (785) 842-1101 with questions or to sign up. Our Open Sews are a great way to work on any project you would like while also meeting other quilters. During our Open Sews, there is not an instructor.
Friday, May 2 (10 am - 4 pm) Cost per attendee: $30 Instructor: Rita Please contact the store at (785) 842-1101 with questions or to sign up. This is a perfect shopping tote, library tote, or oversized purse! The tote has a magnetic closure and a detachable zipper pouch - great for your keys, small wallet, etc. ByAnnie Soft and Stable gives the tote great structure. The pattern is jelly roll strip friendly. So, if you have a partial leftover jelly roll, this could be a great use for it! This is a great beginner bag class! Tote measures approximately 12" W x 15" H x 4" D
Tuesday, May 6 (10 am – 3 pm) Cost per attendee: $30 Instructor: Reeze Please contact the store at (785) 842-1101 with questions or to sign up. You won't want to miss out on this class! This is the perfect opportunity to take your sewing skills to the next level. During this class, you will learn (or brush up on) some of your basic skills such as working with rulers, rotary cutting, strip piecing, and precise stitching. The simple nine-patch block is a great block to learn the basics. And then, with a little creative cutting, the simple nine-patch block can look so different! It is a fun, versatile block. This class is perfect for the beginner or someone who wants to learn tips on being more precise.
Friday, May 9 (10 am - 4 pm) Cost per attendee: $12 No Instructor Please contact the store at (785) 842-1101 with questions or to sign up. Our Open Sews are a great way to work on any project you would like while also meeting other quilters. During our Open Sews, there is not an instructor.
Tuesday, June 17 (10 am - 4 pm) Cost per attendee: $40 Instructor: Sammie Please contact the store at (785) 842-1101 with questions or to sign up. The Side Hustle class is back again by popular demand! The Side Hustle bag is perfect for the on the go, hands-free lifestyle. There are three zippered compartments - great for organizing your keys, phone, personal items, passport, and more! It can be worn as a crossbody, on your back, or around your waist. The pattern offers two sizes. Don't be intimidated by the zippers! Sammie is a fabulous instructor and will walk you through the process.
Friday, June 20 and Saturday, June 21 (10 am - 8 pm both days) Cost per attendee: $48 No Instructor Please contact the store at (785) 842-1101 with questions or to sign up. This is our first two day sewing day! Come out and pamper yourself with a little sewing! We will have multiple tables set up throughout the store for a fun, relaxing environment of sewing! You can leave your sewing machine and project set up here at the store over night. We will provide a light dinner on Friday and Saturday.
Friday, June 27 (1 pm - 3 pm) - optional
Friday, July 11 (10 am - 4 pm)
Friday, July 18 (10 am - 4 pm)
Cost per attendee: $80
Instructor: Becky
Please contact the store at (785) 842-1101 with questions or to sign up.
Have you been intrigued with Laura Heine collaging? Come join Becky, a certified Laura Heine instructor, and make either of these Laura Heine sunflower collages.
Collaging is a fun, artistic process! You can personalize it with fabric choice and added fabric motifs. And added bonus - you don't need a sewing machine!
The class is broken into three sessions. The first session is an optional class where Becky will discuss and help with fabric selection and fabric preparation. During the second and third sessions, you will be collaging.
Tuesday, July 15 (9 am - noon) Cost per attendee: $20 Instructor: Reeze Please contact the store at (785) 842-1101 with questions or to sign up. Age: 9 years and older We are excited for our Kid's Pillowcase class this summer! It is geared toward kids nine years and older. This will be a great opportunity to learn a new skill over the summer while also getting more familiar with a sewing machine. You must bring your own sewing machine for this class. We have pillowcase kits available for purchase here at the store.
Tuesday, July 15 (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm) Cost per attendee: $30 Kit: $10 Instructor: Reeze Please contact the store at (785) 842-1101 with questions or to sign up. Grab a 10" scrap of fabric and join us for a fun afternoon! During this two hour class, you will learn how to make the gadget cushion. This is perfect for holding a phone, pattern, tablet, etc. It can also be used as a pincushion. As these are fast and fun to make, you might have just found your next gift giving handmade item!
