Oklahoma Quiltworks
Fall Newsletter 2014
Crafty Classes
American Girl Dress & Headband for 18”
Dolls
- a beginner to intermediate level class 2 sessions with Karen Munger
Friday, September 12, 1:00pm – 4:00pm #100245458
Saturday, September 13, 1:00 – 4:00pm #100245515
Cost $25.00
A low waist, flared skirt and cap sleeves give this dress a
unique look for 18” dolls. The looks for this doll dress are as
endless as the fabric choices! Patterned and colorful cottons
can make it playful and fun. Choose a knit fabric and add
some leggings for cute pajamas. Or dress it up for a fancier
look.
Optional lace or ribbon at the neck or waistline can add a
special touch. Or feel free to hand or machine embroidery a
design on the center front piece.
Quarter Box
- a beginner level class –
2 sessions with Karen Munger
Friday, September 19, 10:00am – 1:00pm #100245460
Saturday, September 20, 10:00am – 1:00pm #100245516
Cost $25.00
This little fabric box is perfect to store and organize
fat quarters while adding to your studio decor. We
all love fat quarters of fabric—collecting and using
them. This Quarter Box is not only decorative for
your shelf or storage area, it also lends itself to
organizing your fat quarters by color or fabric type. Just choose a lining fabric for the box that coordinates
with fabrics to group together—various colors, batiks, dots, reproduction fabrics or maybe a favorite
designer. This box keeps them at your fingertips and easy to find. You may find a myriad of uses around
the house in other rooms too! Instructions are included for how to alter the size to suit your needs. Also
included is a unique way to fold your fat quarters to keep the edges tucked in!
September - December 2014
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Boxy Tote
- an intermediate level class –
1 session with Karen Munger
Saturday, October 4th, 9:30am - 3:30pm #100245482
Cost $35.00
What makes this tote different from the rest? Straps that
extend to the firm base, quilted sides and handy pockets
give it form & function!
While maintaining a level of softness attained only by fabric,
the use of a thicker fabric and the addition of Peltex on the
base makes this tote hold its shape. In addition, having the
straps connect to the base gives it more strength to carry
your contents. Other details include a pocket tucked
between the straps, a great place for use of an accent color or a fabric that’s been saved for just the
right use. Optional interior pockets are easy to add also. You’ll find yourself choosing this tote to use
again and again—for its form and function!
Fabric Bowls / Baskets
- a beginner level class –
1 session with Debi Morrow
Friday, October 17, 1:00pm – 4:00pm #100245489
Cost $20.00
Take a break from precision while having fun fondling your favorite fabric. This wrapping and coiling
technique is very easy and produces great results. Any sewing machine with a zigzag stitch can be
used. Your bowl will be completed during class time and won’t be stashed in the back of the closet
unfinished.
Knit Organizer for Straight Needles & DPNs
- a beginner to intermediate level class 1 Session with Karen Munger
Friday, October 17th, 9:30am - 12:30pm #100245488
Cost $25.00
Every knitter needs a place to keep needles handy and
organized. This needle roll provides pockets for straight
needles or DPNs. Great for yourself or a gift! With fabrics that
express your unique style, your custom needle roll will be
functional and eye-catching! Fourteen pockets provide spaces
for both long and short needles, straight or double pointed. This
lightly padded organizer also features a top flap that keeps
needles in place. After rolling closed or folding in thirds, the loop closure and large button becomes
part of the unique design. Easy enough for even beginning sewers!
September - December 2014
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Knitting Needle Book
- an advanced level class 1 session with Karen Munger
Saturday, November 1st, 9:30am - 3:30pm and
Saturday, November 8th, 9:30am - 1pm
#100245501
Cost $55.00
Every knitter needs a place to keep needles handy
and organized. With places for circular nee¬dles,
DPNs and interchangeable sets, this needle
organizer will be the envy of your knit group! If you
work with circular needles or have an interchangeable circular set, you realize the importance of giving
the cords ample room. Add as many pages as you’d like to have various needle sizes in their own
zippered pocket. Also on each page is an extra pocket for DPNs of the same size. Two pages are
dedicated to interchangeable sets of needles—one for the tips and one for the cords. Now the only
time you won’t be able to find a needle is when you left it in a project!
Making a Stuffed Animal - Monkey or Frog
- a beginner adult level class 1 session with Teresa Harder
Tuesday, Nov. 25, 10:30am – 4:30pm #100245510
Cost $25.00
Have fun making a stuffed toy as a gift for the holidays or baby showers
from one of two darling Melly & Me patterns - each which include a male
or female version. Techniques used during class include machine
construction with some raw edged appliqué', clipping curves, stuffing
and a bit of hand sewing.
American Girl Sleeping Bag for 18” Dolls
- an intermediate level class –
2 sessions with Karen Munger
Friday, December 12th, 10am - 3pm #100245511
Saturday, December 13th, 10am - 3pm #100245517
Cost 35.00
Do you know a special girl that would love something for her
18” doll for Christmas? Give her an accessory not available in
any store—a quilted sleeping bag handmade by you! This
flannel sleeping bag features a long 20” zipper that goes
along one side and across the bottom. A sewn-in pillow makes it easy to keep it all together. Lightly
quilting the flannel makes this sleeping bag as huggable as her doll!
September - December 2014
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10 Minute Table Runner Workshop
- a beginner level class1 session with Sandy Clapp
Thursday, October 23, 4:00pm – 7:00pm #100245492
- Free with fabric purchaseThe pattern says 10 Minutes, but Sandy says it took her 14 minutes,
start to finish, including cutting the fabric. Can you do better? Just
purchase the fabric from Quiltworks (you can even get it right before
class) and come to the classroom. Everything you need will be
provided to make a finished table runner in 10 Minutes, well, maybe
just a couple minutes more. Last time we did this some folks really got
hooked and made several. Just in time for Halloween, Thanksgiving,
or maybe a gift for Christmas. Quick, easy, and fun! Come see how
long it takes you and go home with a finished project. It doesn't get
better than that!
Let’s make Quilts
Nouveau Wedding Ring
- a beginner II to intermediate level class –
1 session with Dianne Lee
Thursday, October 30, 9:00am – 3:00pm
#100245495
Cost $20.00
Waltz through a traditionally pieced, time
consuming pattern using a quick, modern,
fusible technique of appliqué….No needle
turning here! Make a table runner, bed
runner, wall hanging, or a full size quilt in WAY LESS TIME than a traditional wedding ring quilt
requires!
Unfoundation ‘101’
- a beginner to intermediate level class –
1 session with Dianne Lee
Thursday, November 13, 9:00am – 3:00pm #100245505
Cost $20.00
Like paper piecing? Hate tearing off paper?
Try this freezer paper method – reusing the foundation without
wasting paper or tedious tearing! Also learn a unique way to sew
curves.
September - December 2014
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Hexy Quilt
- a beginner level class –
1 session with Linda Gaither
Saturday, September 6, 9:00am – 12:00pm #100245478
Cost 25.00
This is an easy way to use those cute hexie packs with the new lines
of fabric. It looks old fashion and makes a great lap size quilt. In the
class I'll show you an easy way to work with the hexies. No Y seams!
Relaxed Piecing
- a beginner II to intermediate level class 1 session with Debi Morrow
Tuesday, November 11, 1:00pm – 5:00pm #100245504
Cost $25.00
Cutting without rulers and piecing curves without pins – relax! We’ll
do the piecing techniques in class and you can make a wall-hanging,
a pillow or a cushion for a chair. There is no pattern for this class,
just bring your creativity and relax!
No-Measure Bargello
- a beginner II to Intermediate Level class –
1 session with Willie Ruth Smith
Tuesdays, October 14 and October 28, 1:30pm – 4:30pm
#100245486
Cost $35.00
I am always looking for a quick, easy and fun quilt to make. This
is the one. This quilt is perfect for pre-cuts or yardage (2.5 inch
strips). Now you can make a stunning Bargello quilt without
measuring or using a chart for fabric placement. Just collect a
strip set (Jelly Roll, Bali Pops or Strip Tease) that has a pair of
identical strips (2 each of 20 fabrics) or cut from yardage.
Arrange strips add a background, slice and sew. Just
remember you need sets of two identical strips.
Thinking is minimal.
September - December 2014
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Lucy Boston –
Patchwork of the Crosses – Workshop
- a beginner level II class –
1 session with Toni Owens
Saturday, September 20, 2:00pm – 4:00pm #100245461
Cost $10.00
Lucy Boston was born in England in 1892 and designed more than
20 beautiful quilts in her life time. Her most famous quilt is
Patchwork of Crosses. Join me to learn how to English Paper Piece
this beautiful block and get hooked on the Lucy Boston block.
Bright Birch Trees
- a beginner II level class –
1 session with Gigi McEver
Tuesdays, October 7 and 21st, 9:00am – 12:00pm #100245483
Cost $25.00
Oh my goodness, do I love scrap quilts! I love how they sparkle and I
love how they give even the most humble print its moment to shine.
Amanda Jean Nyberg, co-author of “Sunday Morning Quilts”,
designed this quilt. It uses even the teeny-tiniest scrap. You can
throw in some selvages for fun. All you have to do is sew them in
strips and set them in bold color blocks of your choice. Collect your
scraps, choose some backgrounds, and come make a little scrap
magic. I can’t wait to see what everyone creates.
This is a two-part class. In session one, we’ll start making all the
“trees”. In session two we’ll set the “trees” into their color blocks. Hope to see you!
Memory T-Shirt Quilt
-a beginning II or higher class 1 session with Emilee Dube’
Saturday September 27, 9:30am – 3:30pm #100245463
Cost $30.00
Basic 101 & 102 are pre-requisite classes! Is your closet shelf or
dresser stuffed with T-shirts that hold sentimental value? Would you
like to create something useful with them? Has someone begged you
for a T-shirt quilt? Join this class and learn the secrets of making a
one of a kind T-shirt quilt as you discover the tricks to preparing the
tees and methods to design your very own one of a kind T-shirt quilt.
You will learn how to determine the optimal block size and how to
incorporate designs of all sizes. We will discuss layout options,
batting choices, quilting styles. You will be amazed to see how quickly a pile of T-shirts can become
a wonderful quilt packed with memories!
September - December 2014
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North Star
- a beginner level II class –
2 sessions with Janet North
Saturday, October 18, 10:00 – 3:30 #100245490
Saturday, November 15, 10:00 – 3:30 #100245507
Cost $30.00
North Star is a patchwork quilt block pattern that looks like a Hunter’s
Star but uses a totally different technique. It is fun and easy and you
only need squares and rectangles! No half square triangles, no yseams and only requires normal sewing supplies! We will complete
four (4) – 25” blocks in class … but you can make as many as you
want! Be sure to choose two fabrics with a high contrast. Cut the
fabric for your blocks before class so we can get started quickly!
Basics and Beyond
Basic Quiltmaking – 101
- a beginner level class –
1 session with Toni Owens
Saturday, September 6, 1:00 – 5:00pm #100245494
Cost $35.00
This class teaches traditional quilt making and is designed for the person
who knows nothing, but can also provide helpful hints and tips for those
who are looking to improve their present skills. We start right at the
beginning by teaching you the correct usage of the rotary cutter, rulers and
how to master that quarter-inch seam used in quilt making. You only need to know how to sew a
straight stitch. The class specializes in individual attention and hands-on training. You will learn to
make a basic 9-patch quilt block. This class is a pre-requisite to Basic Quiltmaking 102.
Basic Quiltmaking – 102
-a beginner level 1 class –
1 session, 2 parts with Toni Owens
Saturday, November 8, 1:30pm – 5:00pm and
Saturday, November 22, 10:00am – 3:00pm #100245503
Cost $45.00
This is a two-part class with focus on the quarter-inch seam and learning
to make different quilt blocks using the four-patch, 9-patch, half-square
and quarter-square triangles. The class reviews rotary cutting and using
rulers for proper cutting. You will make some basic quilt blocks and learn
how to turn these blocks into a small table topper or table runner. You will need access to a sewing
machine as there will be a small amount of homework. Basic Quiltmaking 101 is required prior to
taking this class.
September - December 2014
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Paper Piecing
- a beginner level class –
1 session with Debbie Aldridge
Monday, September 15, 5:30 – 8:00pm #100245944
Cost $20.00
Paper Piecing is a wonderful technique that enables you to sew very
technical looking designs with ease and accuracy. Tiny pieces with sharp
points are a snap. No need to take on an entire project, just come learn
the basic technique and practice on several different patterns using
different foundation papers. I will supply the patterns and foundation
paper; you bring your machine and some scrap fabrics! Come learn a new
fun process.
Big Stitch Hand Quilting
- a beginner level class –
3 sessions with Amanda Lipscomb
Friday, September 19, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. #100245940 or
Monday, October 27, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. #100245941 or
Friday, November 14, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. #100245942
Cost $18.00
Does the idea of hand quilting an entire quilt seem like an
overwhelming process? Or maybe you struggle with making those itty
bitty quilting stitches. Well, in the world of “Modern Quilting” big
stitches with thicker thread is where it’s at. Join me for a casual,
speedy, and different approach to hand quilting. We’ll work with a small sampler and discuss basting
techniques, drawing guidelines (or not!), to use or not use a hoop, and finally getting that fun “big
stitch” quilted look. Come and learn the skill of handquilting without all of the traditional rules.
Clubs and Other Sewing Events
Hand Quilting Demo - Come and Go
- a beginner level class 1 session- with Gigi McEver and Sandy Clapp
Tuesday, October 14, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm #100245485
This is a Free Class – sign-up is required
It seems we live in a hurry up, get it done world. Sometimes it is good to just sit back and enjoy the
journey. Hand quilting is a time honored skill that allows you to de-stress, go with the flow of the
needle and create something of lasting beauty. Machine quilting is beautiful and has its place, but if
you have wanted to give hand quilting a try, join Gigi and Sandy for a come and go, hands-on
experience with hand quilting. We will have supplies for you to use to give hand quilting a try, will
answer questions, and discuss techniques and supplies. Come when you can and stay as long as
you want. You can also bring your own project and just join us for quilting and conversation.
September - December 2014
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Two Sided Binding Techniques
- a beginner II level class –
1 session with Willie Ruth Smith
Tuesday, September 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm #100245465
Cost $35.00
Usually when you bind a quilt you use the same color of
fabric on the front and the back of the quilt and the binding
doesn’t always look great with the back. It doesn’t need to
be that way. With a little extra work you can create a
binding that uses one fabric on front and a different fabric
on the back or two fabrics (flange or piping) on front and a
different fabric on back. A neat technique for a two colored
binding.
Students: Must know how to make a standard binding before taking this class.
Bias Binding
- for all skill levels –
1 session with Gigi McEver
Friday, November 14, 9:00am - 1:00pm #100245506
Cost $12.00
At some point in your quilting career you’re likely to need a bias binding. A bias stripe can make a
dramatic finish to a quilt, and a bias binding is really a necessity for a curved edge. In this class
we’ll learn how to make a continuous bias binding. We’ll briefly cover cutting bias strips, but the
emphasis will be on the continuous binding. It’s a fun technique! Once you get the hang of it, you
may actually look forward to making your next one! Hope to see you in class!
Beginning Hand Piecing, or Just Your Basic Pillow
- a beginner level class –
1 session with Gigi McEver
Saturday, September 13, 9:00am to 12:00pm #100245459
Cost $12.00
This is an introductory hand piecing class. You will learn to stitch
straight seams, and to match points. No bias work is involved.
This is a good way to get the feel of hand piecing. You will make
an 18” pillow top and leave with instructions for how to attach the
pillow back.
You need to know how to use a needle & thread. See me before
class if you need help.
September - December 2014
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Quilt Binding by Machine – Start to Finish
- a beginner level class1 session with Mauri Richey
Tuesday, September 9, 9:30am to 12:30pm #100245457
Cost $25.00
What’s the first part of a much-used quilt to wear out? The
binding, of course! While hand finished bindings are lovely
and a must for heirlooms and quilt shows, they aren’t really
practical for utility quilts and quilts for kids. I can bind a
queen size quilt in about 2 hours and so can you. Come
learn my techniques and soon you’ll have professional
looking and durable bindings in a fraction of the time it
takes to hand stitch one. This class is the perfect follow up
to Basic Quiltmaking.
Singer Featherweight Sewing Machine Maintenance
For owners of Featherweight sewing machines
1 session with Jim Sorrell
Friday, November 21, 10:00am – 4:00pm
#100245509
Cost $65.00
We had such an overwhelming response from the
last time this class was offered that we had a
waiting list. So for those who missed out the last
time, do not wait too long to enroll as this is a very
popular class.
You learn by doing things yourself. In this class,
you will learn how to perform the following tasks
like a professional.
Clean the machine
Oil the machine
Lubricate the machine & motor
Inspect for worn parts
Adjust tensions
Adjust hand wheel release
Adjust pressure
Adjust & replace belt
Install new bulb
Adjust bobbin winder
Clean & polish machine & case
Troubleshoot and correct common problems
BONUS – Receive a detailed handbook for future reference at the end of the clinic
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Art Quilts
Beautiful Stitching: The Third Dimension
- a beginner level ll class 1 session – with Charlotte Hickman
Friday, September 26, 10:00am – 4:00pm #100245462
Cost $50.00 includes pattern
You can create a unique wall, table stand, or canvas hung quilt.
You may begin by using an original pattern included in the price
of the class which was designed by Charlotte. By using
decorative stitches on your home machine and couching with
bright bold threads, cording and yarns, a beautiful abstract
piece will evolve. This could be stretched on a canvas, made
into a pillow cover, a table runner or placed on a jacket.
Thread Paint a Butterfly
- a beginner level 11 class 1 session with Charlotte Hickman
Friday, October 24, 10:00am – 4:00pm #100245493
Cost $50.00 includes pattern
Let’s make a beautiful butterfly using water soluble stabilizer and
colorful thread. The butterfly is made by using free - motion
stitching on the stabilizer. We will finish the small quilt borders
using decorative stitches on your machine. You may begin by
using an original pattern included in the price of the class which
was designed by Charlotte. She will walk you through each step in
the making of this beautiful small art quilt.
Appliquéd Dogwoods
- a beginner level 11 class 1 session – with Charlotte Hickman
Saturday, December 6, 10:00am – 4:00pm #100245514
Cost $50.00 includes pattern
Let’s make a beautiful art quilt. You may begin by using an original
pattern included in the price of the class which was designed by
Charlotte. The Dogwoods’ pattern features unique machine
appliquéd techniques using fusible web templates and free –
motion stitching. A full – scale master design is included in the
pattern which you will use to make your fusible web templates.
Charlotte will walk you through each step in the making of this
beautiful art quilt.
September - December 2014
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Clubs and Other Sewing Events
Simple What-Not’s Club
- a beginner level II to intermediate level class –
1 session (6 meetings) with Eve Murphy #100245469
Club is free
Meets 1st Thursday of each month 2:00 – 4:00
September 4, October 2, November 6 and December 4
Come and have some What-not’s fun with Eve Murphy on
the first Thursday of each month beginning on September
4th at 2pm-4pm.
Simple What-not’s will feature six “do-able” little quilts
designed by Kim Diehl – one each month - (nothing greater
in size than 40" square) with traditional patchwork and a
sprinkling of simple appliqué́ here and there? What-Not
quilt patterns are only available by purchasing the Vintage
Farm fabrics kit.
Club Membership is free - by joining the club you are guaranteed a “What-Not” kit each month.
You will also receive a 15% discount on your kit.
Stitching Society
- for all skill levels –
2 sessions with Toni Owens #100245479
Club is Free
Meets 1st Tuesday of each month, 2:00 – 4:30
and 5:30 – 8:00
October 7, November 4 and December 2
The 12 month program was created by “Under
The Garden Moon” and is designed for those who
love hand embroidery, hexagons and cottons,
felts and wools and want to further their
knowledge of stitching and embellishing with
threads. Lots of projects to choose from, new stitches every month, over 156 motifs to appliqué.
Classes meet the first Tuesday of each month. Of course you really don’t have to use wool.
September - December 2014
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By Hand With Love
-for all skill levels –
4 Sessions – free to anyone who wants to join us with Gigi McEver
Classes are on Thursdays, 9:00am - 12:00pm
September 18, October 16, November 20 and December 18
Attention handwork aficionados! Come join us for three glorious hours of hand sewing. Bring your
current project or come plan a new one. We’ll share tips on techniques, tools, fabric, patterns and
whatever else comes up in conversation. Best of all, we can spend some uninterrupted time with
other handwork lovers. We hope you’ll join us!
Hexie Club
-for all skill levels4 sessions – Free to anyone who wants to join us with Dianne
Lee
Classes are on Thursdays, 1:30pm – 4:30pm
September 18, October 16, November 20 and December 18
Come join the Hexie Club. Bring your favorite hexie project or let us
help you start a new one. Don’t know how to make hexies? Dianne
will teach you the basics.
Knot’y Girls Stitchery Group
- for all skill levels –
3 sessions – Free to anyone who wants to join us with
Debbie Aldridge
Classes are on Mondays. 1:30 – 4:30
September 8, October 13 and November 10
Embroidery is popular again and there are so many ways to
display your handiwork and so many wonderful images and
patterns to stitch. Come join our stitchery group. We meet
once a month…….there is always something to learn and share with each other.
September - December 2014
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Wool Crazy Club
-for all skill levels –
3 Sessions – Free to anyone who wants to join us with
Toni Owens
Classes are on Tuesday, 1:30pm – 4:30pm
September 16, October 21 and November 18
Continue on the journey of Wool Appliqué and Embroidery.
If you are interested in Crazy Patch Quilts, Folk-art
appliqué, embellishing with embroidery stitches or just
learning to work with wool, this class is for you. You choose
your project or design your own crazy patch quilt. Wool and
patterns are available to help give you ideas for your wool project. We meet once each month
to work on our projects, share stories, stitches, thread and wools. Basic quilt making or sewing
required for this class.
These sessions are for anyone who wants to come use the
class room to sit and sew.
Sit ‘n Sew
Girls Night Out
Wednesdays, 9:30am – 4:30pm
September 3, 10, 17 and 24
October 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29
November 5, 12, 19 and 26
December 3, 10 and 17
Thursdays, 5:00 – 8:00pm
September 4, 11, 18 and 25
October 2, 9, 16 and 30
November 6, 13 and 20
December 4, 11 and 18
Quilt Camp
-all skill levels –
3 days - $100.00 with Debbie and Toni
Friday and Saturday, October 10 and 11, 9:00am – 9:00pm and
Sunday, October 12, 9:00am – 6:00pm #100245484
WHAT IS a QUILT CAMP? If you have never attended you may have no idea what we are
talking about. It is designed to provide space to spread out for three days, without interruption
from family members, household duties or anything else that gets in your way of productive
sewing time. You may come with projects you need to complete or bring new projects you want
to start. The only thing we don’t do at this camp is spend the night. You don’t even have to
cook. Lunch and dinners are provided. If you need help in certain areas or some advice to spur
you on in the right direction, this is the place to be. You may simply want to be left alone to do
your own thing and that is OK too. Door prizes are always given and best of all you will make
some new friends. Call Toni Owens or Debbie Aldridge if you have questions regarding Quilt
Camps.
September - December 2014