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Quilting with Your Walking Foot with Marie-Claire Technique Class
- Sep 20, 2024 10:00 am
- Sep 20, 2024 10:00 am
Quilting with Your Walking Foot with Marie-Claire Technique Class - Sep 20, 2024 10:00 am
In this workshop instore Marie-Claire will show you how to quilt with your walking foot for stunning results. You will get your inspiration from a book written by a Canadian designer Melissa Marginet. Get ready to bring your quilt to a whole new level and go beyond stitch in the ditch!! Free motion is not for everyone, including Marie-Claire. This is why she has become a fan of stitching with the walking foot!! Get ready to learn new techniques and create beautiful designs
Cost: $ 85.00
In this workshop instore Marie-Claire will show you how to quilt with your walking foot for stunning results. You will get your inspiration from a book written by a Canadian designer Melissa Marginet. Get ready to bring your quilt to a whole new level and go beyond stitch in the ditch!! Free motion is not for everyone, including Marie-Claire. This is why she has become a fan of stitching with the walking foot!! Get ready to learn new techniques and create beautiful designs
Cost: $ 85.00
Poppins Bag- with Paulette Warner
- Sep 21, 2024 10:00 am
- Sep 21, 2024 10:00 am
Poppins Bag- with Paulette Warner - Sep 21, 2024 10:00 am
Join Paulette as she takes you through the process of making this beautiful large zipper top bag, with two pockets on the outside and inside keeping everything organized Learn how to use the structural stays to help keep your bags shape. Great bag for large print fabrics. Size 18"w x 12"d x 14"h. Sample available in store Project not recommended for beginners
Cost: $ 75.00
Join Paulette as she takes you through the process of making this beautiful large zipper top bag, with two pockets on the outside and inside keeping everything organized Learn how to use the structural stays to help keep your bags shape. Great bag for large print fabrics. Size 18"w x 12"d x 14"h. Sample available in store Project not recommended for beginners
Cost: $ 75.00
Tamarack Jacket with Melanie MacDonald
- Sep 22, 2024 10:00 am
- Sep 22, 2024 10:00 am
Tamarack Jacket with Melanie MacDonald - Sep 22, 2024 10:00 am
This beautiful jacket can be made from a single fabric or patchwork panels. It can even be made from an old quilt and bring it back to a second life!! There are many options available to this jacket, making it your own. Join Melanie as she takes you step by step through the process
Cost: $ 100.00
This beautiful jacket can be made from a single fabric or patchwork panels. It can even be made from an old quilt and bring it back to a second life!! There are many options available to this jacket, making it your own. Join Melanie as she takes you step by step through the process
Cost: $ 100.00
Learn The Dresden (Mini Piccadilly Circus) with Marie-Claire
- Sep 24, 2024 10:00 am
- Sep 24, 2024 10:00 am
Learn The Dresden (Mini Piccadilly Circus) with Marie-Claire - Sep 24, 2024 10:00 am
Learn The Dresden (Mini Piccadilly Circus) with Marie-Claire Saturday, March 16 (10-4) $60.00 plus supplies(pattern is included with class) Join Marie-Claire as she teaches you the technique and tricks to make a Dresden using charm pack or scraps. This pattern is full of a festival wrapped up into one project. All the creativity under the big top, This is a one ring masterpiece. Finishes approx 12.5" x 12.5" Come and join in the laughter of our own circus.
Cost: $ 60.00
Learn The Dresden (Mini Piccadilly Circus) with Marie-Claire Saturday, March 16 (10-4) $60.00 plus supplies(pattern is included with class) Join Marie-Claire as she teaches you the technique and tricks to make a Dresden using charm pack or scraps. This pattern is full of a festival wrapped up into one project. All the creativity under the big top, This is a one ring masterpiece. Finishes approx 12.5" x 12.5" Come and join in the laughter of our own circus.
Cost: $ 60.00
Rope Bowl with Billie Stephens
- Sep 25, 2024 01:00 pm
- Sep 25, 2024 01:00 pm
Rope Bowl with Billie Stephens - Sep 25, 2024 01:00 pm
Have you ever wanted to make a rope bowl. Billie will teach us all the basics for making just that. You will learn to make a strong base, various shapes and handle styles. Billie will also cover how to wrap the cord with fabric to create a totally unique bowl. Come and join the creativity of making your own Rope Bowl. Class has been described as relaxing and therapeutic!! Come and treat yourself!!
Cost: $ 35.00
Have you ever wanted to make a rope bowl. Billie will teach us all the basics for making just that. You will learn to make a strong base, various shapes and handle styles. Billie will also cover how to wrap the cord with fabric to create a totally unique bowl. Come and join the creativity of making your own Rope Bowl. Class has been described as relaxing and therapeutic!! Come and treat yourself!!
Cost: $ 35.00
Quilt As You Go --7 Techniques with Marie-Claire
- Sep 26, 2024 10:00 am
- Sep 26, 2024 10:00 am
Quilt As You Go --7 Techniques with Marie-Claire - Sep 26, 2024 10:00 am
In this class you will learn 7 techniques to assemble your quilt section by section--the advantages of each of the different techniques, how to choose the best technique for the results you wish and how to adapt a regular pattern into a QAYG for stunning results
Cost: $ 75.00
In this class you will learn 7 techniques to assemble your quilt section by section--the advantages of each of the different techniques, how to choose the best technique for the results you wish and how to adapt a regular pattern into a QAYG for stunning results
Cost: $ 75.00
Canton Moto Jacket with Melanie
- Sep 27, 2024 10:00 am
- Sep 27, 2024 10:00 am
Canton Moto Jacket with Melanie - Sep 27, 2024 10:00 am
This beautiful jacket will be taught over the course of 4 short classes. You will be making the jacket from quilted material, and pattern will be modified slightly The first class will be an information session, so your machine will not be required for this class nor will you have to have your fabric quilted. Look forward to you joining us for the beautiful project
Cost: $ 100.00
This beautiful jacket will be taught over the course of 4 short classes. You will be making the jacket from quilted material, and pattern will be modified slightly The first class will be an information session, so your machine will not be required for this class nor will you have to have your fabric quilted. Look forward to you joining us for the beautiful project
Cost: $ 100.00
Fancy Fox II with Marie-Claire Intergenerational Class (adult and child)
- Sep 28, 2024 12:30 pm
- Sep 28, 2024 12:30 pm
Fancy Fox II with Marie-Claire Intergenerational Class (adult and child) - Sep 28, 2024 12:30 pm
During this class the youth and an adult will make the project--learning from the basics of cutting, piecing, quilting and binding the quilt. Also will have the opportunity to applique glasses. Great refresher for us adults also. We have changed it up slightly that you have the option of doing the small quilt as they did previously or doing a pillow and completing the project The dates for the class are on Saturdays, September 28 1230-4/ October 26 1230-4/ November 30 1230-4 and December 14 1230-4 All purchases with class will receive a 15% discount ** Please call the store to register
Cost: $ FREE
During this class the youth and an adult will make the project--learning from the basics of cutting, piecing, quilting and binding the quilt. Also will have the opportunity to applique glasses. Great refresher for us adults also. We have changed it up slightly that you have the option of doing the small quilt as they did previously or doing a pillow and completing the project The dates for the class are on Saturdays, September 28 1230-4/ October 26 1230-4/ November 30 1230-4 and December 14 1230-4 All purchases with class will receive a 15% discount ** Please call the store to register
Cost: $ FREE
Halloween Gnome Applique with Marie-Claire
- Oct 01, 2024 10:00 am
- Oct 01, 2024 10:00 am
Halloween Gnome Applique with Marie-Claire - Oct 01, 2024 10:00 am
Have you ever wanted to make a small wall hanging for the halloween Come join Marie-Claire as she will teach you an applique technique which you can use for the project of the day and also to make several others which you may desire. Finishes approx 7" x 36" making for great wall hangings.
Cost: $ 60.00
Have you ever wanted to make a small wall hanging for the halloween Come join Marie-Claire as she will teach you an applique technique which you can use for the project of the day and also to make several others which you may desire. Finishes approx 7" x 36" making for great wall hangings.
Cost: $ 60.00
Quilting with Your Walking Foot with Marie-Claire Technique Class
- Oct 03, 2024 10:00 am
- Oct 03, 2024 10:00 am
Quilting with Your Walking Foot with Marie-Claire Technique Class - Oct 03, 2024 10:00 am
In this workshop instore Marie-Claire will show you how to quilt with your walking foot for stunning results. You will get your inspiration from a book written by a Canadian designer Melissa Marginet. Get ready to bring your quilt to a whole new level and go beyond stitch in the ditch!! Free motion is not for everyone, including Marie-Claire. This is why she has become a fan of stitching with the walking foot!! Get ready to learn new techniques and create beautiful designs
Cost: $ 85.00
In this workshop instore Marie-Claire will show you how to quilt with your walking foot for stunning results. You will get your inspiration from a book written by a Canadian designer Melissa Marginet. Get ready to bring your quilt to a whole new level and go beyond stitch in the ditch!! Free motion is not for everyone, including Marie-Claire. This is why she has become a fan of stitching with the walking foot!! Get ready to learn new techniques and create beautiful designs
Cost: $ 85.00
Sashiko with Kirsten
- Oct 03, 2024 05:30 pm
- Oct 03, 2024 05:30 pm
Sashiko with Kirsten - Oct 03, 2024 05:30 pm
This is a new class we are adding as has been requested--come and learn a form of decorative stitching(not embroidery). This technique originated in Japan. This is a new class we are adding as has been requested--come and learn a form of decorative stitching(not embroidery). This technique originated in Japan. Class will be limited to 8 and Cost will be $55.00(plus hst) which includes the class, kit for beginners along with thread, special thimble(for Sashiko) and needles
Cost: $ 55.00
This is a new class we are adding as has been requested--come and learn a form of decorative stitching(not embroidery). This technique originated in Japan. This is a new class we are adding as has been requested--come and learn a form of decorative stitching(not embroidery). This technique originated in Japan. Class will be limited to 8 and Cost will be $55.00(plus hst) which includes the class, kit for beginners along with thread, special thimble(for Sashiko) and needles
Cost: $ 55.00
Gadget's Girls Tool Kit with Michelle
- Oct 09, 2024 10:00 am
- Oct 09, 2024 10:00 am
Gadget's Girls Tool Kit with Michelle - Oct 09, 2024 10:00 am
Join Michelle as she takes you through the steps of making your very own Gadgets Girls Tool Kit. When open measures approx "11" x 26"--when closed measures 11" x 6.5" Learn an easy method of inserting zippers and you will have your project completed in no time. Come and join in the creativity!! Pattern also included for a Snippet Bag
Cost: $ 60.00
Join Michelle as she takes you through the steps of making your very own Gadgets Girls Tool Kit. When open measures approx "11" x 26"--when closed measures 11" x 6.5" Learn an easy method of inserting zippers and you will have your project completed in no time. Come and join in the creativity!! Pattern also included for a Snippet Bag
Cost: $ 60.00
One Block Wonder with Barb
- Oct 10, 2024 10:00 am
- Oct 10, 2024 10:00 am
One Block Wonder with Barb - Oct 10, 2024 10:00 am
Join Barb as she teaches the One Block Wonder Technique--yardage or panels may be used for this project You ask what is a One Block Wonder?? Fair question --it is a quilt made up of a kaleidoscope of hexagons or octagons, using only one fabric for the main body of the quilt
Cost: $ 60.00
Join Barb as she teaches the One Block Wonder Technique--yardage or panels may be used for this project You ask what is a One Block Wonder?? Fair question --it is a quilt made up of a kaleidoscope of hexagons or octagons, using only one fabric for the main body of the quilt
Cost: $ 60.00
Collage with Marie-Claire
- Oct 15, 2024 09:30 am
- Oct 15, 2024 09:30 am
Collage with Marie-Claire - Oct 15, 2024 09:30 am
Choose your pattern from many selections by Laura Heine and learn the technique of collage. A Bunny, a cat, a dog, a featherweight sewing machine. The selection is endless. Come and learn this novel technique of collage. A wonderful way to use your stash in a new creative way. Please note we do need to know which pattern you will be using ahead of class. Pictured below-- Marie Claire with her award winning collage Bunny
Cost: $ 60.00
Choose your pattern from many selections by Laura Heine and learn the technique of collage. A Bunny, a cat, a dog, a featherweight sewing machine. The selection is endless. Come and learn this novel technique of collage. A wonderful way to use your stash in a new creative way. Please note we do need to know which pattern you will be using ahead of class. Pictured below-- Marie Claire with her award winning collage Bunny
Cost: $ 60.00
Hot Stuff Oven Mitt/Trivet with Marie-Claire
- Oct 15, 2024 01:00 pm
- Oct 15, 2024 01:00 pm
Hot Stuff Oven Mitt/Trivet with Marie-Claire - Oct 15, 2024 01:00 pm
Join Marie-Claire as she teaches you how to make a designer silicone oven mitt with your favourite fabrics. Transparent silicone overlay, instruction and templates included with pattern. Make one oven mitt Silicone overlay is 100% food grade silicone and heat resistant up to 450 degrees. Time permitting you may also achieve a Trivet to match
Cost: $ 30.00
Join Marie-Claire as she teaches you how to make a designer silicone oven mitt with your favourite fabrics. Transparent silicone overlay, instruction and templates included with pattern. Make one oven mitt Silicone overlay is 100% food grade silicone and heat resistant up to 450 degrees. Time permitting you may also achieve a Trivet to match
Cost: $ 30.00
Tropical Fruit with Paulette
- Oct 16, 2024 10:00 am
- Oct 16, 2024 10:00 am
Tropical Fruit with Paulette - Oct 16, 2024 10:00 am
Ever wanted to know how the Pineapple Trim Tool works, join Paulette as she teaches you this beautiful quilt using the Pineapple Trim Tool, This is also a great scrap buster.
Cost: $ 40.00
Ever wanted to know how the Pineapple Trim Tool works, join Paulette as she teaches you this beautiful quilt using the Pineapple Trim Tool, This is also a great scrap buster.
Cost: $ 40.00
Happiness 2.0 with Melanie MacDonald
- Oct 19, 2024 10:00 am
- Oct 19, 2024 10:00 am
Happiness 2.0 with Melanie MacDonald - Oct 19, 2024 10:00 am
Join Authorized Teacher, Melanie MacDonald, and explore the 13 essential BeColourful techniques through the Happiness 2.0 quilt pattern. Melanie is one of only 7 Jacqueline De Jonge instructors in the world and only 3 here in Canada. We are very fortunate to have her teach this beautiful project.The techniques include: paper piecing, creating a centre star, spikes, inset circles, working with templates, second seam allowances, how to get a perfect corner, sashing, flying geese, nesting seams, how to pin baste, how to ease fabrics and how to use fabrics sparingly. Happiness 2.0 finishes at 38 x 38” making it an ideal wall hanging. This is a 2 day class with approx 1 month between. Skill Level: Intermediate--Class participants should have knowledge of paper-piecing techniques. Below is the link to see this beautiful project in an array of colors https://www.becolourful.com/happiness-20.html
Cost: $ 175.00
Join Authorized Teacher, Melanie MacDonald, and explore the 13 essential BeColourful techniques through the Happiness 2.0 quilt pattern. Melanie is one of only 7 Jacqueline De Jonge instructors in the world and only 3 here in Canada. We are very fortunate to have her teach this beautiful project.The techniques include: paper piecing, creating a centre star, spikes, inset circles, working with templates, second seam allowances, how to get a perfect corner, sashing, flying geese, nesting seams, how to pin baste, how to ease fabrics and how to use fabrics sparingly. Happiness 2.0 finishes at 38 x 38” making it an ideal wall hanging. This is a 2 day class with approx 1 month between. Skill Level: Intermediate--Class participants should have knowledge of paper-piecing techniques. Below is the link to see this beautiful project in an array of colors https://www.becolourful.com/happiness-20.html
Cost: $ 175.00
Tango Tote with Beth
- Oct 22, 2024 10:00 am
- Oct 22, 2024 10:00 am
Tango Tote with Beth - Oct 22, 2024 10:00 am
Join Beth as she teaches you how to create this beautiful bag which creates a dance between two exterior fabrics. Perfect for a large print. Perfect when you have a lot to carry. This bag is roomy featuring an exterior pocket for your cell phone and other items. Also includes interior slip pockets, an interior combo slip/zip pocket, key ring leash and easy top zipper closure. This tote measures approx 12" h x 18" w x 7" d.
Cost: $ 50.00
Join Beth as she teaches you how to create this beautiful bag which creates a dance between two exterior fabrics. Perfect for a large print. Perfect when you have a lot to carry. This bag is roomy featuring an exterior pocket for your cell phone and other items. Also includes interior slip pockets, an interior combo slip/zip pocket, key ring leash and easy top zipper closure. This tote measures approx 12" h x 18" w x 7" d.
Cost: $ 50.00
Cork Totes with Paulette
- Oct 23, 2024 10:00 am
- Oct 23, 2024 10:00 am
Cork Totes with Paulette - Oct 23, 2024 10:00 am
Join Paulette as she teaches you the tricks to sewing with cork to make this beautiful open top or zippered top cork tote. Six pockets on the inside keep everything organized. Two sizes available in pattern--Large 11.75"w x 9"d x 9.5"t or Small 9.5" w x 7" d x 9.5"t
Cost: $ 20.00
Join Paulette as she teaches you the tricks to sewing with cork to make this beautiful open top or zippered top cork tote. Six pockets on the inside keep everything organized. Two sizes available in pattern--Large 11.75"w x 9"d x 9.5"t or Small 9.5" w x 7" d x 9.5"t
Cost: $ 20.00
Ruler Workshop
- Oct 24, 2024 10:00 am
- Oct 24, 2024 10:00 am
Ruler Workshop - Oct 24, 2024 10:00 am
This full day workshop teaches 16 different block or all over designs that can all be done with just a straight ruler. Increase your confidence working with rulers as we work through techniques that get you comfortable with holding the ruler, using the ruler markings and so much more Enjoy a day of learning and friendship!!
Cost: $ 65.00
This full day workshop teaches 16 different block or all over designs that can all be done with just a straight ruler. Increase your confidence working with rulers as we work through techniques that get you comfortable with holding the ruler, using the ruler markings and so much more Enjoy a day of learning and friendship!!
Cost: $ 65.00
Quilt As You Go --7 Techniques with Marie-Claire
- Nov 14, 2024 10:00 am
- Nov 14, 2024 10:00 am
Quilt As You Go --7 Techniques with Marie-Claire - Nov 14, 2024 10:00 am
In this class you will learn 7 techniques to assemble your quilt section by section--the advantages of each of the different techniques, how to choose the best technique for the results you wish and how to adapt a regular pattern into a QAYG for stunning results
Cost: $ 75.00
In this class you will learn 7 techniques to assemble your quilt section by section--the advantages of each of the different techniques, how to choose the best technique for the results you wish and how to adapt a regular pattern into a QAYG for stunning results
Cost: $ 75.00
Star Path Runner with Annik MacLeod(designer of pattern Skye Thistle Quilts)
- Nov 16, 2024 10:00 am
- Nov 16, 2024 10:00 am
Star Path Runner with Annik MacLeod(designer of pattern Skye Thistle Quilts) - Nov 16, 2024 10:00 am
Join Annik ( the designer herself) as she teaches you her newest pattern. Learn the tips and tricks for this beautiful runner which can be made in the colors of your decor or the colors of the season Finishes approx 15.5" x 39.5"
Cost: $ 50.00
Join Annik ( the designer herself) as she teaches you her newest pattern. Learn the tips and tricks for this beautiful runner which can be made in the colors of your decor or the colors of the season Finishes approx 15.5" x 39.5"
Cost: $ 50.00
Pauline Rogers Quilt As You Go Method with Marie-Claire
- Nov 19, 2024 01:00 pm
- Nov 19, 2024 01:00 pm
Pauline Rogers Quilt As You Go Method with Marie-Claire - Nov 19, 2024 01:00 pm
This 1/2 day workshop is an excellent compliment to the 7 Techniques Quilt As You Go Workshop by Marie-Claire. You will learn an additional two techniques with numerous variations that make quilting our quilts so much fun! With all these techniques the seams will be on top of your quilt and covered with a sashing
Cost: $ 75.00
This 1/2 day workshop is an excellent compliment to the 7 Techniques Quilt As You Go Workshop by Marie-Claire. You will learn an additional two techniques with numerous variations that make quilting our quilts so much fun! With all these techniques the seams will be on top of your quilt and covered with a sashing
Cost: $ 75.00