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The Quilt Tree Finishing Classes
Saturdays 4:00pm – 10:00pm
Beginner II
$25.00 each
These popular classes are designed as opportunities to finish one (or more) of those unfinished quilts. Our very talented and knowledgeable teachers will take turns hosting the classes and will be available to help you with unfinished blocks, sets and borders, binding, whatever you need. Bring a snack to share and come have a productive evening.
Date Host Date Host
January 21 Pam Ventgen March 24 Ann Courtney
February 4 Pam Ventgen April 7 Pam Ventgen
February 18 Sharon Swieter April 14 Pam Ventgen
February 25 Sarah Klever April 28 Pam Ventgen
March 10 Pam Ventgen
Beginner II
$25.00 each
These popular classes are designed as opportunities to finish one (or more) of those unfinished quilts. Our very talented and knowledgeable teachers will take turns hosting the classes and will be available to help you with unfinished blocks, sets and borders, binding, whatever you need. Bring a snack to share and come have a productive evening.
Date Host Date Host
January 21 Pam Ventgen March 24 Ann Courtney
February 4 Pam Ventgen April 7 Pam Ventgen
February 18 Sharon Swieter April 14 Pam Ventgen
February 25 Sarah Klever April 28 Pam Ventgen
March 10 Pam Ventgen
Friday Blockbuster
Pam Ventgen
1st Friday of Each Month: (Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 2 & Apr 6)
12:30pm – 3:30pm OR 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$25.00
These work sessions are an opportunity to bring those unfinished blocks or projects and get together with fellow quilters for a fun and productive afternoon or evening. It’s almost like an old-fashioned quilting bee, with teacher available to help you get going again. And there is lots of motivational support!
Come join us for the best deal around!
1st Friday of Each Month: (Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 2 & Apr 6)
12:30pm – 3:30pm OR 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$25.00
These work sessions are an opportunity to bring those unfinished blocks or projects and get together with fellow quilters for a fun and productive afternoon or evening. It’s almost like an old-fashioned quilting bee, with teacher available to help you get going again. And there is lots of motivational support!
Come join us for the best deal around!
Double Wedding Ring
Pam Ventgen
Tuesedays: Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 14, 21 & Mar 13
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Intermediate
$87.00
Only time in 2012 - Join Pam with her favorite Double Wedding Ring pattern by Judy Niemeyer. You’ll learn foundation piecing, curved seams and prepared appliqué. You’ll have homework between classes but the final quilt is worth all the effort!
Tuesedays: Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 14, 21 & Mar 13
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Intermediate
$87.00
Only time in 2012 - Join Pam with her favorite Double Wedding Ring pattern by Judy Niemeyer. You’ll learn foundation piecing, curved seams and prepared appliqué. You’ll have homework between classes but the final quilt is worth all the effort!
Woolies at Night
Marla Landt
Thursdays: Jan 12, Feb 9, Mar 8 & Apr 12
6:00pm – 9:00pm
All levels
$25.00
Wool appliqué is so fun to do. Bring your own project to each class. Marla can teach you the basics at the first class and then meet monthly to join with other woolie stitchers in this easiest appliqué ever.
(NOTE: Choose your own project. Photo above is a sample only)
Thursdays: Jan 12, Feb 9, Mar 8 & Apr 12
6:00pm – 9:00pm
All levels
$25.00
Wool appliqué is so fun to do. Bring your own project to each class. Marla can teach you the basics at the first class and then meet monthly to join with other woolie stitchers in this easiest appliqué ever.
(NOTE: Choose your own project. Photo above is a sample only)
Piecework
Marla Landt
Fridays: Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 9 & Apr 13
OR Thursdays: Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 15 & Apr 19
6:00pm – 9:00pm
All Levels
$25.00
Like-minded stitchers bring their handwork to sew on. Marla will help with Embroidery, Hand Quilting, Hand Appliqué, Sashiko, Wool Appliqué, etc. Bring your own project for a dedicated stitching time.
Fridays: Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 9 & Apr 13
OR Thursdays: Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 15 & Apr 19
6:00pm – 9:00pm
All Levels
$25.00
Like-minded stitchers bring their handwork to sew on. Marla will help with Embroidery, Hand Quilting, Hand Appliqué, Sashiko, Wool Appliqué, etc. Bring your own project for a dedicated stitching time.
Spooling Around
Pam Ventgen
Fridays: Jan 13, 20 & 27
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Learn to master curved piecing and play with an assortment of colors at the same time. These are 8” blocks so the curves are gentle and you’ll be a pro by the time you’ve done them all. Use batiks like the sample or pull from your stash for your own particular statement.
Fridays: Jan 13, 20 & 27
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Learn to master curved piecing and play with an assortment of colors at the same time. These are 8” blocks so the curves are gentle and you’ll be a pro by the time you’ve done them all. Use batiks like the sample or pull from your stash for your own particular statement.
Sweatshirt Jacket
Pam Ventgen
Saturdays: Jan 14 & 21
12:00pm – 3:00pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Turn an ordinary sweatshirt into a designer jacket. Use fabrics from your stash or batiks like Pam did in the model. Embellish with yarn or ribbon to add that unique touch.
Saturdays: Jan 14 & 21
12:00pm – 3:00pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Turn an ordinary sweatshirt into a designer jacket. Use fabrics from your stash or batiks like Pam did in the model. Embellish with yarn or ribbon to add that unique touch.
Easiest Ever Strip Quilt
Pam Ventgen
Saturday Jan 14
4:00pm – 8:00pm
All Levels
$20.00
Come with a Jelly Roll, Bali Pop or cut your own 2½” strips. You will sew them together into one long strip and then only five seams make this totally fun quilt. Add borders if you wish, these can be chosen after your quilt is constructed.
Saturday Jan 14
4:00pm – 8:00pm
All Levels
$20.00
Come with a Jelly Roll, Bali Pop or cut your own 2½” strips. You will sew them together into one long strip and then only five seams make this totally fun quilt. Add borders if you wish, these can be chosen after your quilt is constructed.
Spicy Spiral Table Runner
Pam Ventgen
Sunday: January 15
12:00pm – 6:00pm
Beginner II
$30.00
A unique table runner that you’re going to love. It goes together so easily you’ll find yourself making one for every season.
Sunday: January 15
12:00pm – 6:00pm
Beginner II
$30.00
A unique table runner that you’re going to love. It goes together so easily you’ll find yourself making one for every season.
Beginner Sampler
Ann Courtney
Mondays: Jan 16, 23, 30, Feb 13, 27 & Mar 5
5:30pm – 8:30pm
Beginner I
$65.00
Learn to quilt! Design and make your own beautiful sampler quilt top while learning all of the basics of quiltmaking. You’ll have a blast, make great friends, and learn skills that you’ll use the rest of your quilting career. Sign up early – this one always fills up fast!
Mondays: Jan 16, 23, 30, Feb 13, 27 & Mar 5
5:30pm – 8:30pm
Beginner I
$65.00
Learn to quilt! Design and make your own beautiful sampler quilt top while learning all of the basics of quiltmaking. You’ll have a blast, make great friends, and learn skills that you’ll use the rest of your quilting career. Sign up early – this one always fills up fast!
An Ironing Board for Quilters!
Connie Nebesky
Wednesday, January 18
6:30 – 9:00pm
All Levels
$25.00
Ironing boards are made for shirts. In this demonstration you we learn how to convert your pointy ironing board into a pressing table that will allow you press the entire width of fabric.
Wednesday, January 18
6:30 – 9:00pm
All Levels
$25.00
Ironing boards are made for shirts. In this demonstration you we learn how to convert your pointy ironing board into a pressing table that will allow you press the entire width of fabric.
Let's Start...At The Beginning!
Jo Ann Gruber
Fridays: Jan 20, 27, Feb 10 & 17
10:30am – 1:30pm
Beginner I
$65.00
This class may be for you if you’ve always wanted to learn how to quilt, but you didn’t know where to start. In this four-session class, you’ll learn quilting terminology, how to choose fabric, and techniques for basic rotary cutting and fabric piecing. There’s some piecing homework between the third & fourth sessions, so we will skip a week before meeting for the final class. By the end of the fourth session, you should have a completed quilt top. This class will help you build a solid foundation of knowledge and basic skills that will give you the confidence to continue with your future quilting ventures. (You do need to have a basic working knowledge of your sewing machine’s operation for this class. You should be able to thread your machine, set it for a straight stitch, and know how to wind its bobbins.)
Fridays: Jan 20, 27, Feb 10 & 17
10:30am – 1:30pm
Beginner I
$65.00
This class may be for you if you’ve always wanted to learn how to quilt, but you didn’t know where to start. In this four-session class, you’ll learn quilting terminology, how to choose fabric, and techniques for basic rotary cutting and fabric piecing. There’s some piecing homework between the third & fourth sessions, so we will skip a week before meeting for the final class. By the end of the fourth session, you should have a completed quilt top. This class will help you build a solid foundation of knowledge and basic skills that will give you the confidence to continue with your future quilting ventures. (You do need to have a basic working knowledge of your sewing machine’s operation for this class. You should be able to thread your machine, set it for a straight stitch, and know how to wind its bobbins.)
Paintstik Patches
Jo Ann Gruber
Saturday January 21 & 28
10:30am – 1:30pm
Beginner II
$40.00
Join us for a great introduction to using Shiva Artist’s Paintstiks to get your creative juices flowing. Using the Paintstiks and your favorite rubbing/texture plates, you will make blocks for this delightful wall hanging. Once you get started, you’ll only be limited by your imagination!
Saturday January 21 & 28
10:30am – 1:30pm
Beginner II
$40.00
Join us for a great introduction to using Shiva Artist’s Paintstiks to get your creative juices flowing. Using the Paintstiks and your favorite rubbing/texture plates, you will make blocks for this delightful wall hanging. Once you get started, you’ll only be limited by your imagination!
Mother/Daughter Quilt
Pam Ventgen
Sundays: Jan 22 & Feb 5
12:30pm – 5:00pm
Beginner II
$60.00/each pair
Here is an easy quilt project for mothers (or grandmothers/aunts) to do together with their special young one. Minimum age 10 yrs or special permission.
Sundays: Jan 22 & Feb 5
12:30pm – 5:00pm
Beginner II
$60.00/each pair
Here is an easy quilt project for mothers (or grandmothers/aunts) to do together with their special young one. Minimum age 10 yrs or special permission.
What's in Your Attic Window?
Connie Nebesky
Wednesdays: Jan 25, Feb 1 & 8
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$40.00
Make this traditional quilt without the 'dreaded y-seam'. We will learn how to select fabrics and use color to create one-of-a-kind, 3-dimensional quilts. This is a great opportunity to unleash your imagination and creativity.
Wednesdays: Jan 25, Feb 1 & 8
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$40.00
Make this traditional quilt without the 'dreaded y-seam'. We will learn how to select fabrics and use color to create one-of-a-kind, 3-dimensional quilts. This is a great opportunity to unleash your imagination and creativity.
Fusible Web Applique
Pam Ventgen
Thursdays: Jan 26 & Feb 2
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Beginner II
$30.00
Learn easy, fusible-web appliqué with the pattern of your choice. There are so many good patterns to choose from. Class will include hints on successful use of fusible web, how to avoid fraying of edges, building the appliqué design, and quilting and binding your project.
(NOTE: Choose your own project. Photo is a sample only)
Thursdays: Jan 26 & Feb 2
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Beginner II
$30.00
Learn easy, fusible-web appliqué with the pattern of your choice. There are so many good patterns to choose from. Class will include hints on successful use of fusible web, how to avoid fraying of edges, building the appliqué design, and quilting and binding your project.
(NOTE: Choose your own project. Photo is a sample only)
Heart Crazies
Sharon Swieter
Saturdays: Jan 28 & Feb 4
11:00am – 3:00pm
Beginner II
$45.00
Use fat quarters to make this lovely quilt with no worries about matching seams. It’s the stack, slash, and shuffle way to perfection.
Saturdays: Jan 28 & Feb 4
11:00am – 3:00pm
Beginner II
$45.00
Use fat quarters to make this lovely quilt with no worries about matching seams. It’s the stack, slash, and shuffle way to perfection.
January Marathon
Pam Ventgen
Saturday Jan 28 4:00pm – 10:00pm
AND Sunday Jan 29 12:00pm –6:00pm
Beginner II
$50.00
This is our version of a quilting retreat. You can sew and socialize for hours, then go home to sleep in your own bed at night. The best of both worlds! Bring one (or more) of those unfinished quilts and Pam will be available to help you with unfinished blocks, sets and borders, binding, whatever you need. Bring a snack to share and come have a productive weekend.
Saturday Jan 28 4:00pm – 10:00pm
AND Sunday Jan 29 12:00pm –6:00pm
Beginner II
$50.00
This is our version of a quilting retreat. You can sew and socialize for hours, then go home to sleep in your own bed at night. The best of both worlds! Bring one (or more) of those unfinished quilts and Pam will be available to help you with unfinished blocks, sets and borders, binding, whatever you need. Bring a snack to share and come have a productive weekend.
Basic Sewing Techniques
Krista Pemberton
Mondays Feb 6 & 20
6:30pm – 8:30
All levels
$30.00
Do you need basic machine sewing skills? Is lack of these skills keeping you from taking a quilting class? Take this class and learn to use your sewing machine, all about notions and fiber manipulation. You will end up with a pillowcase and be ready to tackle other patterns or sign up for beginning quilting classes.
Mondays Feb 6 & 20
6:30pm – 8:30
All levels
$30.00
Do you need basic machine sewing skills? Is lack of these skills keeping you from taking a quilting class? Take this class and learn to use your sewing machine, all about notions and fiber manipulation. You will end up with a pillowcase and be ready to tackle other patterns or sign up for beginning quilting classes.
Stax
Connie Nebesky
Mondays Feb 13 & 20
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$30.00
Learn to make this versatile, fun, fast quilt. Use a border print or focus fabric of your choice - it's easily adaptable to any color or theme. You can make this quilt any size you want. The sky's the limit. Oh, there is also NO SEAMS TO MATCH!!
Mondays Feb 13 & 20
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$30.00
Learn to make this versatile, fun, fast quilt. Use a border print or focus fabric of your choice - it's easily adaptable to any color or theme. You can make this quilt any size you want. The sky's the limit. Oh, there is also NO SEAMS TO MATCH!!
Sewing Machine Maintenance
Carol Licho– guest teacher from Reihls Sew N’ Vac
Tuesday Feb 7
6:30pm –8:30pm
All Levels
$20.00
Ever wonder why you struggle making your quilt? It could be your machine. Take care of your machine and it will take care of you. Learn all about what makes your machine tick and how to keep it ticking. You will receive information about different needles and threads, to oil or not to oil and many other things to keep your sewing machine healthy.
Tuesday Feb 7
6:30pm –8:30pm
All Levels
$20.00
Ever wonder why you struggle making your quilt? It could be your machine. Take care of your machine and it will take care of you. Learn all about what makes your machine tick and how to keep it ticking. You will receive information about different needles and threads, to oil or not to oil and many other things to keep your sewing machine healthy.
Scrap Crazy
Sharon Swieter
Friday February 10 & 17
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$45.00
This quilt is so much fun to make you won’t want to stop making blocks! It is made almost entirely from scraps and is a great way to use those you have piling up or you can get together with friends and exchange for even more variety.
Friday February 10 & 17
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$45.00
This quilt is so much fun to make you won’t want to stop making blocks! It is made almost entirely from scraps and is a great way to use those you have piling up or you can get together with friends and exchange for even more variety.
Zippity Doo Dah
Sarah Klever
Saturday Feb 11
11:00am – 3:00pm
Beginner II
$25.00
Do zippers scare you? Have you been avoiding patterns with zippers? Let us take the stress out of installing a zipper and you will come away with an adorable little zip-up bag. Learn to dress up your bag with a rosette and a fashionable detachable handle. We will be using the Atkinson Design Pattern: Lollipop Bags. Don’t forget: The Quilt Tree has many different colored zippers to choose from.
Saturday Feb 11
11:00am – 3:00pm
Beginner II
$25.00
Do zippers scare you? Have you been avoiding patterns with zippers? Let us take the stress out of installing a zipper and you will come away with an adorable little zip-up bag. Learn to dress up your bag with a rosette and a fashionable detachable handle. We will be using the Atkinson Design Pattern: Lollipop Bags. Don’t forget: The Quilt Tree has many different colored zippers to choose from.
Heart To Heart Wall Hanging
Sarah Klever
Sunday Feb 12
12:30pm – 4:30pm
Beginner II
$25.00
Looking for a quick project to for Valentine’s Day? Try this fun and fast heart wall hanging to spruce up your home or give as a special gift. You’ll enjoy this project so much; you will probably make more than one!
Sunday Feb 12
12:30pm – 4:30pm
Beginner II
$25.00
Looking for a quick project to for Valentine’s Day? Try this fun and fast heart wall hanging to spruce up your home or give as a special gift. You’ll enjoy this project so much; you will probably make more than one!
Silk Ribbon Fun Stitches
Krista Pemberton
Wednesday Feb 15
6:30pm – 8:30pm
All Levels
$25.00
Would you like your embroidery quilts to look amazing with dimensional silk ribbon? Learn the necessary notions involved and learn some basic but stunning embroidery stitches.
Wednesday Feb 15
6:30pm – 8:30pm
All Levels
$25.00
Would you like your embroidery quilts to look amazing with dimensional silk ribbon? Learn the necessary notions involved and learn some basic but stunning embroidery stitches.
Citrus Twist
Sarah Klever
Wednesday Feb 15 & 22
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
The sweet fresh fragrance of citrus fruit fills these blocks. Derived from the traditional kaleidoscope block but made much easier with a stack, slice, switch and sew process. Set your worries aside, you need not be a master of precision to whip up this fun quilt.
Wednesday Feb 15 & 22
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
The sweet fresh fragrance of citrus fruit fills these blocks. Derived from the traditional kaleidoscope block but made much easier with a stack, slice, switch and sew process. Set your worries aside, you need not be a master of precision to whip up this fun quilt.
BALTIMORE ALBUM BLOCK – Spinning Ruched Roses
Marla Landt
Saturdays Feb 18 & Mar 10
12:30pm – 3:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Do one block and frame it or join Marla on the Baltimore path. With this hand appliquéd block you will learn needle-turn appliqué, fine bias stems, ruching, star-ruching, and flower centers. Don’t be afraid to try this Baltimore Album Block – the steps are simple to an exquisite creation.
Saturdays Feb 18 & Mar 10
12:30pm – 3:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Do one block and frame it or join Marla on the Baltimore path. With this hand appliquéd block you will learn needle-turn appliqué, fine bias stems, ruching, star-ruching, and flower centers. Don’t be afraid to try this Baltimore Album Block – the steps are simple to an exquisite creation.
Pineapple Tidbits
Sharon Swieter
Sunday Feb 19 & Mar 4
12:30pm – 4:30pm
Beginner II
$45.00
Pineapples....the sign of hospitality. Make this cute fat quarter version to hang in your entry or give as a gift. It makes a great hostess gift. Make it the stack, and shuffle way for no stress piecing!
Sunday Feb 19 & Mar 4
12:30pm – 4:30pm
Beginner II
$45.00
Pineapples....the sign of hospitality. Make this cute fat quarter version to hang in your entry or give as a gift. It makes a great hostess gift. Make it the stack, and shuffle way for no stress piecing!
Magic Tube
Pam Ventgen
Thursdays Feb 23 & March 8
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$30.00
You’ll never believe this quilt is made without cutting and sewing triangles. A fun and quick new method that has endless options for arranging the blocks.
Thursdays Feb 23 & March 8
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$30.00
You’ll never believe this quilt is made without cutting and sewing triangles. A fun and quick new method that has endless options for arranging the blocks.
From Start to Finish
Pam Ventgen
Fridays Feb 24, Mar 9, 16, Apr 13 & 27
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner I
$55.00
Learn to quilt from start to finish. You will learn the basics of proper rotary cutting, accurate ¼” seams, block construction, triangle paper, sashing, borders, quilting and binding.
Fridays Feb 24, Mar 9, 16, Apr 13 & 27
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner I
$55.00
Learn to quilt from start to finish. You will learn the basics of proper rotary cutting, accurate ¼” seams, block construction, triangle paper, sashing, borders, quilting and binding.
Log Cabin Offset
Sharon Sweiter
Tuesdays Feb 28 & Mar 6
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$45.00
Log Cabins are classic. This one is modern as well, made from 2½” strips from precut packages. Or, you can always cut your own from your favorite collection. The different strip widths give this quilt “curve” appeal.
Tuesdays Feb 28 & Mar 6
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$45.00
Log Cabins are classic. This one is modern as well, made from 2½” strips from precut packages. Or, you can always cut your own from your favorite collection. The different strip widths give this quilt “curve” appeal.
Paper Piecing Basics
Sharon Swieter
Wednesday Feb 29 & Mar 7
6:30pm – 9:30pm
All Levels
$45.00
This is a technique every quilter should know. We will practice the technique in class before starting on the pattern of your choice.
Wednesday Feb 29 & Mar 7
6:30pm – 9:30pm
All Levels
$45.00
This is a technique every quilter should know. We will practice the technique in class before starting on the pattern of your choice.
Binding Your Quilt
Ann Courtney
Thursday Mar 1
6:30pm – 8:30pm
All Levels
$15.00
A quick, practical class to teach you the essentials of binding your. Learn to cut your binding, apply it, miter the corners, and join the ends to give your quilt a beautiful, professional look.
Thursday Mar 1
6:30pm – 8:30pm
All Levels
$15.00
A quick, practical class to teach you the essentials of binding your. Learn to cut your binding, apply it, miter the corners, and join the ends to give your quilt a beautiful, professional look.
Crossings
Pam Ventgen
Saturdays Mar 10 12:30pm - 3:30pm AND
Mar 17 10:30am – 3:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
This pattern is fun to construct – totally not what you expect. Pam made the class sample from fabrics she picked up on her travels but you can use scraps, a collection of Kaffe Fassett prints, florals, you name it. Looks good without a border too, just let the blocks make their own statement.
Saturdays Mar 10 12:30pm - 3:30pm AND
Mar 17 10:30am – 3:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
This pattern is fun to construct – totally not what you expect. Pam made the class sample from fabrics she picked up on her travels but you can use scraps, a collection of Kaffe Fassett prints, florals, you name it. Looks good without a border too, just let the blocks make their own statement.
Daylight Savings Mystery
Pam Ventgen
Sunday Mar 11
12:00pm – 6:00pm
Beginner II
$35.00
The fun of a mystery is that the finished quilt is a mystery until the end of class. You get fabric requirements and pre-cutting instructions, then come to class and get the clues to solve the mystery.
Sunday Mar 11
12:00pm – 6:00pm
Beginner II
$35.00
The fun of a mystery is that the finished quilt is a mystery until the end of class. You get fabric requirements and pre-cutting instructions, then come to class and get the clues to solve the mystery.
Introduction to Machine Quilting
Ann Courtney
Mondays Mar 12 & 19
5:30pm – 8:30pm
All Levels
$45.00
Come learn the final—but very important—step to making your quilt a treasured memory. Learn the tricks to straight line quilting, and then spark your creativity with free motion quilting. Get those quilt tops out of the closet and onto the bed!
Mondays Mar 12 & 19
5:30pm – 8:30pm
All Levels
$45.00
Come learn the final—but very important—step to making your quilt a treasured memory. Learn the tricks to straight line quilting, and then spark your creativity with free motion quilting. Get those quilt tops out of the closet and onto the bed!
Maching Quilting Basics
Jo Ann Gruber
Fridays Mar 16, 23 & 30
10:30am – 1:30pm
Beginner II
$55.00
If you’ve finished your quilt top and would like to get started machine quilting it, this class may be for you. We will cover the basics including batting & thread choices, basting methods, simple machine quilting techniques and binding application. (Note: This is not a free-motion quilting class. All quilting techniques covered will be done with the feed-dogs up.)
Fridays Mar 16, 23 & 30
10:30am – 1:30pm
Beginner II
$55.00
If you’ve finished your quilt top and would like to get started machine quilting it, this class may be for you. We will cover the basics including batting & thread choices, basting methods, simple machine quilting techniques and binding application. (Note: This is not a free-motion quilting class. All quilting techniques covered will be done with the feed-dogs up.)
Quilting by Hand
Marla Landt
Saturday March 17 & April 14
12:30pm – 3:30pm
All Levels
$35.00
Learn the art of Hand Quilting. This is your chance to begin developing your skills in this time-honored art. Start with this small project and by the end of class be ready to tackle that heirloom quilt waiting for your hand stitching.
Saturday March 17 & April 14
12:30pm – 3:30pm
All Levels
$35.00
Learn the art of Hand Quilting. This is your chance to begin developing your skills in this time-honored art. Start with this small project and by the end of class be ready to tackle that heirloom quilt waiting for your hand stitching.
March Marathon
Pam Ventgen
Saturday Mar 17 4:00pm – 10:00pm
AND Sunday Mar 18 12:00pm –6:00pm
Beginner II
$50.00
This is our version of a quilting retreat. You can sew and socialize for hours, then go home to sleep in your own bed at night. The best of both worlds! Bring one (or more) of those unfinished quilts and Pam will be available to help you with unfinished blocks, sets and borders, binding, whatever you need. Bring a snack to share and come have a productive weekend with other quilters!
Saturday Mar 17 4:00pm – 10:00pm
AND Sunday Mar 18 12:00pm –6:00pm
Beginner II
$50.00
This is our version of a quilting retreat. You can sew and socialize for hours, then go home to sleep in your own bed at night. The best of both worlds! Bring one (or more) of those unfinished quilts and Pam will be available to help you with unfinished blocks, sets and borders, binding, whatever you need. Bring a snack to share and come have a productive weekend with other quilters!
Rockin' Rail Fence
Pam Ventgen
Tuesdays Mar 20, 27 & Apr 10
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Light to dark in any two colors make this quilt sing. Do it in neutrals like the sample or go wild with your own choice of colors. The key is in the contrast – no blending here!
Tuesdays Mar 20, 27 & Apr 10
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Light to dark in any two colors make this quilt sing. Do it in neutrals like the sample or go wild with your own choice of colors. The key is in the contrast – no blending here!
Sarah's Bag
Sarah Klever
Sunday Mar 25
12:00pm - 6:00pm
Beginner II
$35.00
This bag has a great shape and holds a lot of “stuff.” What more could you want? Combine your favorite 2 ½ inch fabric strips with the new stabilizer and you have the bag of your dreams.
Sunday Mar 25
12:00pm - 6:00pm
Beginner II
$35.00
This bag has a great shape and holds a lot of “stuff.” What more could you want? Combine your favorite 2 ½ inch fabric strips with the new stabilizer and you have the bag of your dreams.
Seeing Squares
Sarah Klever
Monday March 26 & April 2
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Looks can be deceiving! Although it may look difficult, the construction is surprisingly straightforward. Just gaze at the squares that dance across this quilt and you will want one of your own.
Monday March 26 & April 2
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Looks can be deceiving! Although it may look difficult, the construction is surprisingly straightforward. Just gaze at the squares that dance across this quilt and you will want one of your own.
Silk Ribbon Embroidery Flowers
Krista Pemberton
Friday March 30
6:30pm – 8:30pm
All Levels
$25.00
Silk ribbon makes luscious 3-demensional flowers. Learn five or more different flowers in this exciting class.
Friday March 30
6:30pm – 8:30pm
All Levels
$25.00
Silk ribbon makes luscious 3-demensional flowers. Learn five or more different flowers in this exciting class.
Coiled Bowls
Sarah Klever
Saturday Mar 31
10:30am – 3:00pm
Beginner II
$30.00
Try this technique for making bowls, bags and others items with cotton clothesline and fabric. You will be amazed at how fun and easy this is. It’s a great way to use batik jelly rolls or left over 2 ½ inch strips from your stash. Your sewing machine must be able to zigzag.
Saturday Mar 31
10:30am – 3:00pm
Beginner II
$30.00
Try this technique for making bowls, bags and others items with cotton clothesline and fabric. You will be amazed at how fun and easy this is. It’s a great way to use batik jelly rolls or left over 2 ½ inch strips from your stash. Your sewing machine must be able to zigzag.
Tuella the Turtle
Pam Ventgen
Saturdays Apr 7, 14 & 28
12:30pm – 3:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Make this adorable turtle quilt for yourself or that special child in your life. Includes easy appliqué (various methods will be taught) and a little bit of embroidery along with some simple piecing for a terrific project.
Saturdays Apr 7, 14 & 28
12:30pm – 3:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
Make this adorable turtle quilt for yourself or that special child in your life. Includes easy appliqué (various methods will be taught) and a little bit of embroidery along with some simple piecing for a terrific project.
Becoming a Colorist
Krista Pemberton
Monday Apr 9
6:30pm – 9:30pm
All Levels
$25.00
Are you a multi colorist or a monchromatist when you plan your quilted or knitted projects? Sign up for this class and expand your outlook and creativity. This fun class will explain coloration, tones and hues. Everyone who works with fiber be they quilters, knitters, weavers, etc. will benefit from this class.
Monday Apr 9
6:30pm – 9:30pm
All Levels
$25.00
Are you a multi colorist or a monchromatist when you plan your quilted or knitted projects? Sign up for this class and expand your outlook and creativity. This fun class will explain coloration, tones and hues. Everyone who works with fiber be they quilters, knitters, weavers, etc. will benefit from this class.
Crocheted Fabric Rug
Sharon Swieter
Wednesdays Apr 11 & 25
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginning II
$45.00
Combine fabric with crochet in this fast and fun project. It’s a great way to use up fabric scraps! A basic knowledge of crochet is required.
Wednesdays Apr 11 & 25
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginning II
$45.00
Combine fabric with crochet in this fast and fun project. It’s a great way to use up fabric scraps! A basic knowledge of crochet is required.
Pick Up Sticks
Jo Ann Gruber
Fridays Apr 13 & 20
10:30am – 1:30pm
Beginner II
$40.00
This quilt reminds me of the game we played as children hence the name. There are so many possibilities with this fun design. The class will provide a great introduction to the “Shattered Angles” technique. You will be using strip sets along with angled cuts to create your blocks.
Fridays Apr 13 & 20
10:30am – 1:30pm
Beginner II
$40.00
This quilt reminds me of the game we played as children hence the name. There are so many possibilities with this fun design. The class will provide a great introduction to the “Shattered Angles” technique. You will be using strip sets along with angled cuts to create your blocks.
Perfect Tote
Pam Ventgen
Sundays Apr 15 & 29
12:30pm – 3:30pm
Beginner II
$40.00
Finally…a tote bag to meet all your needs! Lots of pockets to store cell phones, sunglasses, files, laptops, sewing or knitting projects. It even makes a great diaper bag. The basic bag calls for 3 different fabrics, but you will have the opportunity to be as creative as you want. You will learn lots of tips to make this bag a success! Warning: After you make one bag, you will want to make another and another!
Sundays Apr 15 & 29
12:30pm – 3:30pm
Beginner II
$40.00
Finally…a tote bag to meet all your needs! Lots of pockets to store cell phones, sunglasses, files, laptops, sewing or knitting projects. It even makes a great diaper bag. The basic bag calls for 3 different fabrics, but you will have the opportunity to be as creative as you want. You will learn lots of tips to make this bag a success! Warning: After you make one bag, you will want to make another and another!
Qaspeq (Commonly known phonetically as "Kuspuk")
Dora Andrew-Ihrke
Monday April 16, 23 & 30
6:30pm -9:30pm
Beginner II (must have garment sewing experience)
$60.00
We are excited to welcome a new teacher to the Quilt Tree. Dora is originally from Dillingham where she learned Qaspeq (commonly known phonetically as "Kuspuk") making at a young age. In this three part class, Dora will be teaching the Yup'ik way of measuring for accuracy, she will help you find your particular reference size that can be used for any pattern alteration and she will share her cultural knowledge of the Qaspeq. You will come away from this class with a drop shoulder Qaspeq and a pattern that fits you which can be used over and over.
Monday April 16, 23 & 30
6:30pm -9:30pm
Beginner II (must have garment sewing experience)
$60.00
We are excited to welcome a new teacher to the Quilt Tree. Dora is originally from Dillingham where she learned Qaspeq (commonly known phonetically as "Kuspuk") making at a young age. In this three part class, Dora will be teaching the Yup'ik way of measuring for accuracy, she will help you find your particular reference size that can be used for any pattern alteration and she will share her cultural knowledge of the Qaspeq. You will come away from this class with a drop shoulder Qaspeq and a pattern that fits you which can be used over and over.
Smitten
Pam Ventgen
Tuesday April 17, 24 & May 1
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
An easy-to-construct pattern that makes a beautiful quilt. Equally successful in traditional fabrics or novelty prints and especially good for some of the larger-scale prints.
Tuesday April 17, 24 & May 1
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$35.00
An easy-to-construct pattern that makes a beautiful quilt. Equally successful in traditional fabrics or novelty prints and especially good for some of the larger-scale prints.
Quick Coiled Bag
Sarah Klever
Wednesdays Apr 18 & 25
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$40.00
Try this new clothesline construction method and you will produce a gorgeous and sturdy lined bag or basket. You won’t believe how quickly this fabric covered clothesline tote goes together. Don’t worry if you haven’t taken the coiled bowls class, this is a different technique. Your sewing machine must be able to zigzag.
Wednesdays Apr 18 & 25
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Beginner II
$40.00
Try this new clothesline construction method and you will produce a gorgeous and sturdy lined bag or basket. You won’t believe how quickly this fabric covered clothesline tote goes together. Don’t worry if you haven’t taken the coiled bowls class, this is a different technique. Your sewing machine must be able to zigzag.
Store Information:
341 E Benson Blvd in Anchorage, Alaska
Store Hours: Mon - Fri: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm * Sat: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm * Sun: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Contact us: 907-561-4115
Store Hours: Mon - Fri: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm * Sat: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm * Sun: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Contact us: 907-561-4115
