Saturday, June 14, 2008

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Thursday, June 12, 2008 | Friday, June 13, 2008 | Saturday, June 14, 2008 | Teacher Bios

Full Day Workshops

9:30AM-12:30PM; 2:00PM-5:00 PM

Half Day Morning Workshops

9:30AM-12:30PM

Half Day Afternoon Workshops

2:00PM-5:00PM

M = Machine Class
H = Hand Class

103M - MARTI MICHELL – Seven Sisters Simplified – No Set-in Seams!
Half Day Morning Workshop ($30)

The traditional Seven Sisters is a well-loved, but seldom made, quilt pattern. That should change with this simplified version which has completely eliminated set-inseams. Instead of being entirely made with 60 degree diamonds and dot-to-dot seams, it is all straight line, edge to edge sewing. The class will include setting the quilt together and a pair of bonus blocks that us similar techniques.

Fabric: The minimal amount of fabric is two fat quarters, one background and one for the Seven Sisters. The block looks good in reproduction prints, both 19th century and 1930s. The classic blue and white is always a good choice. Bring several combinations if you want to decide in class. It is probably better to think of the class as learning how to make the block and then plan a quilt and select fabric for a quilt after you see the block sizes.

Materials: Sewing machine in good working order, with quarter-inch foot if you have one, basic sewing supplies; rotary cutter, mat and ruler (at least 3”x18”); templates and ruler provided for class use. Visit www.fromMarti.com for more product info.

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203M – SHAR JORGENSON - Apple Core
Half Day Morning Workshop ($30)

The Apple Core is an old traditional design with a lot of appeal. Learn how to use a small mat board to cut pieces for a charm quilt. Discover how to match curves and use a stiletto to get perfect curves. Sew partial seams to connect rows of what appears to be a difficult seam to sew. Continuous line machine or hand quilting and bias bindings are covered in class.

Materials: Apple Core book and template QS16; large rotary mat; small rotary mat, small rotary cutter, Quick Grips; Stiletto; glass head silk pins 0.50 mm steel shaft. 100% cotton thread; small scissor; sewing machine in good working order, basic sewing supplies.

Fabric: For wall quilt: 50x50 finished size 225 pieces – ¼ yd of 15 different prints, 3 yards for back, 1 yd for binding

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603M – MICHELE SCOTT- Bobbinpalooza
Half Day Morning Workshop ($30)

Why agonize over those breaking needles and shredded threads that you’ve bought for machine quilting put them in the bobbin when you can simply flip over the quilt and quilt it up-side-down? In this class, we will problem solve your way through a multitude of decorative threads and yarns (yes, we do LOTS of couching!) We’ll first try different tips and tricks I’ve acquired over the years to put the threads through the top; if that doesn’t work, we’ll bobbin-quilt it! Get familiar with your machine and adjusting both top and bottom tension while learning all those cool free motion quilting patterns that don’t need marking. This is information packed class in just three hours!

What do you need for this class?

• A foot that gives you the capacity for free motion (darning foot) and the ability to drop or cover your feed dogs. PLEASE test this prior to signing up for the class.
• An extra bobbin case (you can purchase from your dealer). You need to loosen the tension thicker threads that will not go through the top. You do not have to purchase one if you are comfortable with adjusting your machine’s bobbin case.
• If you have a machine with a drop in bobbin case, ask your dealer if your machine model has a replaceable case that can adjust the tension. I know some machines have this option. If not, we can bypass your bobbin tension with the thick threads.

• Well-oiled sewing machine in good working condition with zigzag stitch.
• Walking foot that fits machine (please test first if not sure) and darning foot (for free motion quilting – again test to be sure it fits).
• 2 empty bobbins
• Make 6 “sandwiches” of: 16” muslin square, 16” cotton batting square, 16” muslin square. We will use these to practice our quilting. You do not need to pin these together.
• Monofilament (invisible) nylon thread
• Small screwdriver that comes with your machine
• Small scissors or thread snips
• Machine needles: 100/16 and 90/14 Topstitch
• Assortment of threads – thick, thin, metallics, yarns. Please don’t go out and buy anything special. I have plenty for you to try
• Pen, pencil, and/or thin permanent marker to mark on the fabric.

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SHAR JORGENSON LUNCHEON / TRUNK SHOW SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 12:30PM – 2:00PM Come join Shar for a luncheon lecture and trunk show featuring quilts from Shar’s TV show, “Quilting With Shar”. Skip the food court and enjoy a delicious buffet luncheon of sandwich wraps, salad, dessert and beverages in the onsite banquet hall. Tickets are just $25 and must be purchased in advance!

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103H - MARTI MICHELL – Low Carb Quilting: Machine Quilting in Sections
Half Day Afternoon Workshop ($30)

If maneuvering a big quilt through that “little opening” is overwhelming and sending quilt tops out is too expensive, “Machine Quilting in Sections” is the answer.

You can machine quilt on you own machine without the expense or delay of sending them out. Just divide your quilts into smaller sections – easy to manage and easy to assemble. Marti will share assembly methods and bring many quilts that were quilted in sections. She will also show the low fat option.

Materials: Paper and pencil (this is a lecture/demo)

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603M - MICHELE SCOTT – Using Novelty Fabrics – Showing It Off!
Half Day Afternoon Workshop ($30)

 

I just love a make and take – don’t you?? In this class, you’ll use your favorite large print fabric, learn cool quick-cutting and piecing techniques, and take a quilt top home! What more can you ask for in three hours time??

Supply List

• Sewing machine in good working order
• Basic sewing supplies: pins, neutral thread (light and dark), scissors, etc.
• Rotary cutting materials – mat, ruler, cutter
• 1 yard of a large print novelty fabric
• Assorted prints that coordinate with above fabric – 1 ½ yards TOTAL. It’s best to have at least 4 different fabrics. You want these to have a smaller print since we are cutting them 2 ½” wide.
• 1 ½ yards of border fabric. This can be a large or small print – as long as it coordinates with the above fabrics.

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