Introduction to Longarm Quilting
This class is designed for anyone who owns a mid- or long-arm machine similar in size to Lenni or anyone who has an interest in longarm quilting. Learn the basics of loading a quilt, winding and loading bobbins, threading the machine, thread tension, basic machine operation and basic quilting techniques from the front of the machine. If you’re interested in renting time and using Lenni to quilt your own quilts, this class is a pre-requisite to any rentals (the rental agreement will be discussed). The information provided in this class will be suitable to anyone who quilts using a Lenni or Lucey from APQS, FunQuilter, HQ16, TinLizzie, etc.. If you have questions about your specific machine set-up, give us a call. This class is mostly demonstration to include as much information as possible. Attendance is limited, please call FMI.
Saturday January 17th OR Saturday March 14th 1:00 – 3:00pm. $55
APQS Beginner Class in Longarm Machine Quilting
The goal of this class is to teach you the skills needed to accomplish a typical quilting project on your longarm machine. Whether for a business or personal use, you’ll learn valuable information and techniques to accomplish your projects creatively and efficiently. This class is mostly demonstration and we will cover some specific topics, but want you to come armed with a list of questions! Also bring a pad of paper, pencil and your camera to document all you learn. The topics we’ll cover include: supply sources; machine functions; maintenance; business and customer relations tips; quilt loading options; beginning with pantographs; and basic custom skills like borders, blocks and stitch in the ditch.
The beginner class is free within one year of the purchase of a new or certified used APQS machine. Please call to verify eligibility.
Not an APQS owner or need a refresher? Join us anyway!
Saturday February 14, 2009.
Class time: 10:30am – 4:30pm with a break for lunch.
Class is free to APQS owners who qualify or $125 for non-APQS owners or anyone interested in taking the class.
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Friday, January 9, 2009
Sun Portrait Mini-Course with Susan Carlson
In celebration of the New Year and it’s increasingly longer daylight hours, Susan Carlson will be offering a winter course creating a fabric-collaged Sun Portrait. Susan has devised a no-pressure "cutting loose" approach creating a personified sun's face and will walk students through each step of creating this colorful wall-hanging. This course of three classes will be presented January through March - one Saturday each month. The arrangement of the three-month course allows students the time to work on each step at home, at their own pace, before returning to class for feedback and further instruction. An image of the portrait may be seen at the shop or online at Susan's website at: www.susancarlson.com. Keep in mind that the "Cutting Loose" process inherently creates a unique arrangement of fabrics in eachcollage. No two portraits will be alike in the end - an extremely serendipitous, fun and freeing process. Perfect for warming up cold days in our winter months!Dates: 3 Saturdays, Jan. 31st, Feb. 28th, and Mar. 28thTime: 12:30pm – 4:30pmCourse fee: $180 – 12 total hours of instruction(Fee can be payable in installments through a credit card.)For further info please contact the shop at 443-2900 orSusan at 207-833-5665. You can get more information about Susan and this quilt at http://www.susancarlson.com/
New Class Schedule!
The Winter 2009 MCQS Class Schedule is here. Call today to reserve your space.
Strip Therapy with Barbara
Jo Join Barb for these two classes that utilize your collection of 2½” strips. Purchase a prepackaged jelly roll or bali pop, or you can use our new AccuQuilt Studio to cut your stash into strips! Sign up for both classes and receive a special price.
*Insomnia – Wednesdays January 14, 21, 28 from 1-4pm. $35 plus book and materials
*Hot Flash – Wednesdays March 11, 18, 25 from 1-4pm. $35 plus book and materials.
Special Sign up for both classes only $60 (please sign up for both at once to receive discount).
It’s A Wrap – Fabric Baskets
One of our most popular classes! Learn this fun technique to make fabric wrapped clothesline baskets, bags, tablemats and more! Make an 8” bowl in class with only a half yard of fabric, and go home with it finished! You’ll look at fabrics in a whole new way. This is a great way to use up your stash. Your sewing machine must be able to zig-zag for this class. Choose from one of our two workshops. Saturday January 24th OR Saturday March 21st. 10:30 – 3:00. $30 plus book and materials.
Raw-Edge Fusible Applique Workshop
Find the fun in fusing during this workshop while making a beautiful art quilt wallhanging. We have dozens of patterns to choose from (some with kits available). Fusing technique will be the focus of this class and finishing techniques will be discussed. No machine required for this class. Saturday February 7th. 10:30-2:30. $25 plus pattern and materials.
KWIK-SEW (non quilting sewing)
Our beautiful cotton fabrics can be used for so much more than quilting! Browse the winter Kwik-Sew catalog to choose your pattern and learn the basics of everyday sewing. Patterns include garments, bags, home décor and more. Please choose your pattern by 1/24/09 to guarantee delivery for class (fabric requirements and more can be viewed on the Kwik-Sew website for patterns we don’t already carry). Wednesdays February 11, 18, 25. 1-4pm. $35 plus pattern and materials
MYSTERY!
Join in the fun of not knowing what you’re doing! Receive your fabric requirements and cutting directions at registration and then come to class ready to sew. We’ll help you with fabric selection (since we know what you’re making!). Bring a potluck dish to share (tell us what when you register). Saturday February 14th. 10-5. $40 includes pattern and complimentary ironing! Some pre-class homework required.
Log Cabin ABC’s
Using the great log cabin ruler, make the most accurate log cabin blocks ever! You’ll never strip piece a log cabin again. Great for beginners or anyone who wants more practice in accurate cutting. (Use a bali pop like our sample and have enough of each strip left to make an It’s A Wrap bowl!) This class teaches the technique only – make whatever you want with your practice blocks after class. Saturday February 21st. 10:30-3:30. $30 plus book, ruler and materials.
X-Blocks
This fun new ruler makes “random” a little easier. Practice mixing colors and making fun and different blocks. This technique class shows you all the features of the ruler – make your blocks into something fun after class (ideas included with the ruler). Saturday March 7th. 10:30-3:30. $30 plus ruler set. Some pre-class homework required.
Please see our website for class registraion policies.
Strip Therapy with Barbara
Jo Join Barb for these two classes that utilize your collection of 2½” strips. Purchase a prepackaged jelly roll or bali pop, or you can use our new AccuQuilt Studio to cut your stash into strips! Sign up for both classes and receive a special price.
*Insomnia – Wednesdays January 14, 21, 28 from 1-4pm. $35 plus book and materials
*Hot Flash – Wednesdays March 11, 18, 25 from 1-4pm. $35 plus book and materials.
Special Sign up for both classes only $60 (please sign up for both at once to receive discount).
It’s A Wrap – Fabric Baskets
One of our most popular classes! Learn this fun technique to make fabric wrapped clothesline baskets, bags, tablemats and more! Make an 8” bowl in class with only a half yard of fabric, and go home with it finished! You’ll look at fabrics in a whole new way. This is a great way to use up your stash. Your sewing machine must be able to zig-zag for this class. Choose from one of our two workshops. Saturday January 24th OR Saturday March 21st. 10:30 – 3:00. $30 plus book and materials.
Raw-Edge Fusible Applique Workshop
Find the fun in fusing during this workshop while making a beautiful art quilt wallhanging. We have dozens of patterns to choose from (some with kits available). Fusing technique will be the focus of this class and finishing techniques will be discussed. No machine required for this class. Saturday February 7th. 10:30-2:30. $25 plus pattern and materials.
KWIK-SEW (non quilting sewing)
Our beautiful cotton fabrics can be used for so much more than quilting! Browse the winter Kwik-Sew catalog to choose your pattern and learn the basics of everyday sewing. Patterns include garments, bags, home décor and more. Please choose your pattern by 1/24/09 to guarantee delivery for class (fabric requirements and more can be viewed on the Kwik-Sew website for patterns we don’t already carry). Wednesdays February 11, 18, 25. 1-4pm. $35 plus pattern and materials
MYSTERY!
Join in the fun of not knowing what you’re doing! Receive your fabric requirements and cutting directions at registration and then come to class ready to sew. We’ll help you with fabric selection (since we know what you’re making!). Bring a potluck dish to share (tell us what when you register). Saturday February 14th. 10-5. $40 includes pattern and complimentary ironing! Some pre-class homework required.
Log Cabin ABC’s
Using the great log cabin ruler, make the most accurate log cabin blocks ever! You’ll never strip piece a log cabin again. Great for beginners or anyone who wants more practice in accurate cutting. (Use a bali pop like our sample and have enough of each strip left to make an It’s A Wrap bowl!) This class teaches the technique only – make whatever you want with your practice blocks after class. Saturday February 21st. 10:30-3:30. $30 plus book, ruler and materials.
X-Blocks
This fun new ruler makes “random” a little easier. Practice mixing colors and making fun and different blocks. This technique class shows you all the features of the ruler – make your blocks into something fun after class (ideas included with the ruler). Saturday March 7th. 10:30-3:30. $30 plus ruler set. Some pre-class homework required.
Please see our website for class registraion policies.
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