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2007
September/October/November/December NewsletterThe fall is upon us, though the weather may not exactly indicate that. We also have the holiday seasons coming up. Are you ready? Why not make gifts this season. They mean so much, and are very special. The fall schedule is great and I bet you can find just the right class to make that gift for someone you love, or how about yourself?
Classes and meetings
(You will be given a supply list when you sign up for your class. If Bev forgets, just remind her.)Thimbleberries – 2007
Meetings the first Wednesday of each month at 7 PM
and the first Friday of each month at 10 AM
Club members receive 20% off on any item in the store on club day.Sunday Sew Kellie Glaze instructor Cost: Dish and a Smile
Sunday, September 23 Daytime, 10:00 – 5:00
Sunday, October 28
Sunday, November 11
Sunday, December 30Ever not complete a quilting project? Drag it off the shelf out of the bag and back into the shop and receive as much help as I can provide to “get that thing finished.” I will teach you my “almost” never fail continuous binding technique that works for both straight and bias bindings. OR, did you forget how to-----------? I can help! Fun finishing times! We will be having a potluck lunch to help sustain the momentum.
Beginner and BeyondBlock of the Month
Meet with me every third Tuesday of the month and build your quilt. This class is already in progress but you are welcome to join at anytime
6-9 PM $10.00 per classBaby Quilts-Kellie Glaze, Instructor $30, first class $5.00 each class after
Saturday, September 1 Daytime, 10:00 – 5:00
Saturday, October 6 Daytime, 10:00 – 5:00
Saturday, November 3 Daytime, 10:00 – 5:00
Saturday, December 1 Daytime, 10:00 – 5:00Welcome little ones to the world with the things they love best – bright colors, fuzzy textures, and whimsical quilts! This class will be based on the “little box of Baby Quilts” pattern collection that is part of your first class. You can start the class any month, take one class or take them all and receive quilt basics instruction as we work on one of the baby quilts from the collection. The first quilt is called “Fast Asleep on Cloud Nine” and will take two classes to finish. You will learn all the steps to a finished quilt.
Beginning Quilting-Sue Smith instructor Thursday September 6, 13, 20 6-9 PM $40
Sue Smith has started a lot of beginning quilters with this class. Learn how to measure, cut, piece, and quilt in this series. All ages and genders are welcome in this class.Paper Piecing-Sue Smith, instructor Wednesday, September 12 6PM to 9PM $20
Susie loves to paper piece and it shows in her work. Please join her in learning to learn this great method by author Carol Doak. You will be provided with one block and learn the easy techniques to take the fear of this great method away forever!! Beginners and BeyondPALOUSE DAYS QUILT SHOW SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 15TH
9 AM TO 5 PM SMALL TOWNE QUILTS
Please contact Bev if you have taken a class here and would consider showing your quilt. THIS IS NOT A JUDGED SHOW. I will have Peoples Choice Award and a gift will go to the top three picks. Please call for more information.Easy Trapunto-Nancy Larson-Powers Wednesday September 19 6-9 $20
Learn to add that special puff effect in your quilting which is perfect for quilts with large plain areas where the quilting needs to be spectacular.
You will create a 12" feathered wreath with this easy Trapunto technique, using polyester batting.
Confident BeginnerThinking Outside the Block-Bev Pearce instructor Wednesday, September 26 6PM-9PM $20
Book Purchase required $24.95
This quilting pattern takes you the abstract, but with relative ease. It’s not just thinking outside the block, but going outside your comfort zone. It is a really safe and fun environment. What could be better then a little bit of growth and a lot of fun?CELEBRATION -Kellie Glaze instructor $35.00
Saturday, Sept. 29, Oct 13 & Oct. 27 Daytime, 10:00AM– 5:00PM
We will start with a Traditional Irish Chain quilt pattern and personalize it with an appliqué to represent a theme of your choice (flowers, pumpkins, hearts, stars, more….) If this is your first experience at quilt construction you will learn the basics and I will see you through to a finished project. No need to purchase tools before you experience the fun and challenge of constructing a quilt, use my tools in class and purchase as you go. Pattern will be provided with the class. Learn squaring material, rotary cutting, web appliqué, buttonhole stitching (both machine and by hand), block assembly; quilt top assembly, backing, basic machine quilting and binding. We will construct a 36” square wall hanging with appliqué to represent the theme of your choice. Beginner and BeyondCrazy 9-Patch- Kellie Glaze instructor $30.00
Part 1: Monday, October 8 Evening, 6:00PM – 9:00PM
Part 2: Monday, October 15 Evening, 6:00PM – 9:00PM
Easy baby quilt or lap quilt? For sure, a fun, carefree quilting experience! This technique includes a little measuring, a little color coordination (or not – scrappy) and a little ruler play (squaring).
Beginners and BeyondHAUNTED PALOUSE DOWNTOWN PALOUSE OCTOBER 19, 20 26, 27 AND HALLOWEEN
SEE BEV FOR MORE INFORMATION
Buggy Barn Crazies-Nancy Larson-Powers instructor Tuesday, October 23 and 30 6PM-9PM $30
Book or pattern required
It's time to get crazy with the Buggy Barn gals. Choose any Buggy Barn crazy pattern, gather up your fat quarters and have fun stitching your blocks. Easy for beginners because there are no seams to match and all blocks are squared up after they are finished. What an easy way to become Certifiably Crazy.
Confident BeginnerCell Bag- $20 Purchase of pattern required
Thursday, November 1 6PM – 9PM
TBABias, Borders, and Binding-Kellie Glaze instructor $30.00
Part 1: Monday, November 5 Evening, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Part 2: Monday, November 12 Evening, 6:00pm – 9:00 pm
Construct a sampler quilt incorporating a Square-in-a-Square Block (half square triangle), butted inner border, a mitered outer border finished with a double-fold binding. A lot of basics and learning in a 32-inch sampler! Beyond Beginner
Crochet Rug- Joan Cass instructor
Tuesday November 6 6PM-9PM $20
Joan Cass has perfected this oval shaped rug. Bring your fabric scraps, a large crochet hook and off we go. This class will be so much fun. Won’t you join us?Tumbling Blocks-Nancy Larson-Powers instructor 6PM-9PM $30
Tuesday, November 13 and 27
Have you always wanted to make a tumbling block but those Y seams look too daunting. This technique uses easy cut strips and no Y seams. Make a baby quilt with3 colors or a very scrappy look. Learn to use the clear view triangle and cutting edge strips.
IntermediateChicken pincushions-Deborah Rosebrook instructor $23 includes pattern and kit
Saturday, November 17 10AM - Noon
Start your very own flock of chickens, these won’t eat you out of house and home. They will hold your pins and scissor while you sew your heirloom quilts, (or whatever). PleaseTHANKSGIVING THURSDAY NOVEMBER 22 STORE CLOSED
Square Meal Deal Table Runner-Bev Pearce, instructor $20, purchase of pattern required
Wednesday, November 28 6PM-9PM
This is a simple pattern to use your large scale prints with. Do you still need a Christmas gift? This is the one.ROUNDTABLE CHRISTMAS B AAZAR SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1
A DELIOUS LUNCH IS SERVED, GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT BUYING
REMEMBER SHOP LOCAL!!!!!!!!!CATCH UP AND GET R DONE SATURDAYS
THE FOLLOWING SATURDAYS ARE AVAILABLE FOR YOU TO COME AND FINISH PROJECTS FOR CHRISTMAS: DECEMBER 8, 15, 22
I WILL HAVE SMALL MAKE AND TAKE PROJECTS AS WELL. PURCHASE ONE AND YOUR SEW DAY IS FREEKidz Kamp Winter Break Thursday and Friday December 20&21 10AM-3PM $75
All materials included
The students can work on Christmas presents or PJ’s for that next overnighter. Students must bring their own lunches. Plan projects are scheduled, with gift making in mind.Keep a look out for updates over the year. Additional classes may be added.
Class Tips—
- Come to class prepared with basic sewing supplies (scissors, 100% cotton thread, etc.).
- Bring your own sewing machine in good working order, unless you have reserved one of my class models.
- Class fee must be paid prior to class to reserve your seat.
- Please have all supplies purchased prior to class time. This will help keep us on time.
- One week notice is required for a refund of your class fee. There is preparation involved and the instructors must be given fair notice. Thank you for understanding.
- Sign up soon. Class sizes are small and fill quickly.
LONG ARM QUILTING AT SMALL TOWNE QUILTS
Cost: $1.75 square foot. I have a few quilts under my belt now and am enjoying the work. I am still a novice, so my quilt patterns are basic, but with good results. Please call me for more information.Birthday Fat Quarters—Come in on your birthday and receive your age in fat quarters for only $1.00 each. If your birthday falls on a day that the store is closed, shop the day before or the day after.
Alice Says—I want to help you do the best you can do on your quilting projects. So I am going to share with you some hints that I have picked up over the years. If you have any helpful hints you would like to share, please send them to me.
Hint: When cutting your border pieces cut the width of the fabric not lengthwise. And cut your adjoining pieces on the diagonal. This creates a stronger border. Do the same for your bindings