Sew Sisters Quilt Shop Classes

Beginner Quiltmaking by Hand

Wednesday Afternoons from 1:00 – 3:00 beginning January 18th (10 sessions)
Instructor Jeannie Jenkins

$129.00

Carry on this traditional method of quilting by learning how to piece, appliqué and quilt by hand in 10 sessions.  Gaining these skills you will create a quilt that will be cherished for years to come. 

Beginner Quiltmaking by Machine

Wednesday Evenings from 6:00 – 8:00 beginning in the March 28th  (7 Sessions)
Instructor Jeannie Jenkins
$99.00
Learn the basics of quilt making by machine. Jeannie will take you through rotary cutting basics,
piecing, assembling the top, sandwiching, quilting and binding.  Sewing machine required.

Sewing Machine Maintenance

Saturday March 3rd, 10:00 - 12:00

Instructor Larry Schackleton

$20.00

Are you doing everything you can to take proper care of your sewing machine at home?  Larry Shackleton, who has been conducting training sessions to sewing machine dealers across Canada and the USA for ten years, will share his extensive knowledge of sewing machines, needles and threads.  Larry will show how to properly maintain your machine on a regular basis.  Discover how to properly clean out the hook and the outside of your sewing machine, use the correct oils and apply proper sewing methods to ensure no damage is done.  All you need for this class is a paper and pen!

Introduction to Paper Piecing

Saturday February 11, 10:00 - 12:00

or

Tuesday May 8th, 1:00 - 3:00

Instructor Jeannie Jenkins

$20.00

Paper piecing is a technique of sewing oversize fabric pieces to a paper foundation.  This allows you to make accurate patchwork blocks easily and quickly without making any templates. During class you will be given some sample patterns and work on completing some easy blocks.  Suitable for beginners or anyone wanting to learn machine paper piecing.  Sewing machine required.

Machine Quilting Basics

Saturday February 11, 1:00 - 3:30

or

Tuesday May 1st,  1:00 - 3:30

Instructor Jeannie Jenkins

$30.00

You have your quilt top done and now you want to learn to quilt your three layers together.  This beginner level class will introduce you to both straight line and machine quilting techniques.  Machine with free motion and walking foot required.

Stitchery (Redwork) Basics

Tuesday March 6th,  1:00 – 3:00

Instructor:  Judy Baldwin

$15  (includes  pattern)

Combining stitchery (embroidery) into quilts is one of the hottest trends!  We will  discuss  a variety of marking techniques, interfacings,  and  essential notions .   Stitches covered will be backstitch, stem stitch, lazy daisy and French knots. 

English Hand Piecing with Quilt Patis (Handwork)

Thursday February 16, 1:00 - 3:00

Instructor Judy Baldwin

$15.00 + Quilt Patis

Learn a fun and easy way to make traditional quilt patterns using re-usable plastic templates.   Truly addictive and a great take-alongproject for the cottage or vacation!