Let Them Eat Cake
April 8, 2009 by Marc · Leave a Comment
Dates: June 3 & 10, 2009
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Corinne Schroeder
Fee: $35
Description: This whimsical wall hanging is all appliqué. Look closer and you will see that it is embellished with fabric paints and crayons. Corrine will show you everything you need to know to enhance your embellishment skills. (From Marc: This picture does not do the actual quilt justice. Stop by the shop to see it up close!)
Fundraiser
June 3, 2009 by Marc · Leave a Comment
Rhapsody
April 8, 2009 by Marc · Leave a Comment
Date: June 5, 2009
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Skill Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Corinne Schroeder
Fee: $65 (2 sessions)
Description: This stunning quilt is full of strong color and appliqué design techniques. If you’re looking to grow in your quilting skills and color confidence join Corinne for this class.
Woven Quilts
March 27, 2009 by Marc · Leave a Comment
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Corinne Schroeder
Fee: $25
Description: This wall hanging was made using two pieces of fabric cut into curvy strips and then woven together; there are no seams, blocks or patches. Simple applique and other embellishments can be added. This class is the perfect introduction into the world of art quilting.
Beginning Machine Quilting
April 7, 2009 by Marc · 4 Comments
Date: Thursday, March 18, 2010
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Skill Level: Beginner
Instructor: Corinne Schroeder
Fee: $25
Description: Does the thought of machine quilting cause you panic? Let Corinne show you how easy it can be. Start stippling and learn how to do leaves and feathers. You must know how to operate your sewing machine. You also must have a walking foot and darning foot for your machine.
Quilting in the Woods 2010
Quilting in the Woods at Bethelwoods Camp & Conference Center. Thursday, January 7th – Sunday, January 10th, 2010. Begins at 10:00am on Thursday and ends at 4:00pm on Sunday.
Activities:
This is your weekend to do what you want to do – quilt, knit, read, nap, eat, rock on the porch, visit with other attendees, finish projects, start new projects – whatever. No “formal” classes, a few demos, some optional activities. Door prizes! Fun! Fellowship!
Meals:
We will start with lunch on Thursday and continue through lunch on Sunday. These meals are included in the cost of the weekend. Be sure to let us know if you have any special requirements.
Accommodations:
We have reserved Cabins 1-4 for the retreat. Each cabin has two bedrooms. Each bedroom has four bunk beds and a bathroom – up to eight people to a bedroom. If you have a group of friends who want to share the same bedroom or cabin, please indicate this on the registration form.
Cost:
$275 for the entire weekend. A non-refundable deposit of $100 is due with registration. The balance owing is due on the dates on your registration form. (Note: For this year’s retreat, payment would be due in full.) Please keep a copy for your records. Please note that the retreat is open to adults and children 8 years or older. The price is the same for both adults and children.
Refund Policy:
If you find that you cannot attend and desire a refund of the balance of your fee left after the non-refundable deposit, we will require that you find someone to take your place. Please check with us to see if we have a waiting list.
Quilting in the Woods Retreat is organized by Aimee Griffin with assistance from Ruth Biehl.
Blooming Nine Patch
April 9, 2009 by Marc · Leave a Comment
Dates: Sunday, March 21 & Sunday, April 11, 2010
Time: 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Pattie Bethune
Fee: $75 (2 sessions)
Description: Caution, this quilt pattern is addicting! Using simple 9 patches and squares, this quilt fits together like a fabulous puzzle! Fabric selection, planning and organization will give you a beautiful, unique quilt that will light up your life! Our first class will cover fabric selection, planning and organizing, cutting and sewing nine-patches. Subsequent class(es) will cover assembly and finishing. This is a wonderful exercise in color selection and proficient assembly for a maximum impact quilt.
Bodacious Appliqué
April 8, 2009 by Marc · Leave a Comment
Date: Friday, October 9, 2009
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Corinne Schroeder
Fee: $30
Description: A lesson on applique, thread play and machine quilting to enhance your piece.
5 and Dime Club
June 1, 2009 by Marc · Leave a Comment
Dates: June 12, 2009 & July 10, 2009
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Skill Level: Beginner
Instructor: Aimee Griffin
Fee: $
Description: Here is your opportunity to learn a new pattern while giving back to the community. Bring five fat quarters and a dime and I’ll teach you a new technique. All quilts made will be donated to Project Linus and to Quilts of Valor. Money collected will go to buying the batting and backing for quilts. Some machine quilting will be done by Kay Geise.
It Takes A Village
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2009
Time: 10:30am – 11:00pm
Skill Level: Beginner
Instructor: Nancy Bailey
Description: Your fabric, my block; my fabric, your block. What a combination! This is a block exchange where everyone chooses a favorite block and makes that block for everyone in the group using their favorite fabric. When you’re finished you will have enough blocks to make an entire quilt. It takes a village of quilters to make a quilt.
