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Quilt Gallery

Spring 2013
BEGINNING SEWING AND BEYOND - Margi Varnum 5 sessions TUESDAYS, MAR 26th - APR 23rd, 6:00-8:30pm Need help finishing your project or want to start a new one? This hands-on class covers sewing basics including pattern and fabric selection, pattern layout and pinning, cutting, fitting, interfacing, construction techniques, seam finishes and more. Bernina sewing machines available for class. Fee: $75.00 Register Online
BEGINNING SEWING AND BEYOND - Margi Varnum 5 sessions THURSDAYS, MAR 28th - APR 25th, 10:00-12:30pm Need help finishing your project or want to start a new one? This hands-on class covers sewing basics including pattern and fabric selection, pattern layout and pinning, cutting, fitting, interfacing, construction techniques, seam finishes and more. Bernina sewing machines available for class. Fee: $75.00 Register Online
BERNINA SOFTWARE ~ SPECIAL EXTENDED CLASS - Marlee Carter 1 session SATURDAY, APR 6th, 12:00-5:00pm Do you have software, perhaps it came with your machine as an added on gift, and don’t know how to create a really great design? This is the class for you! We will examine your personal designs and learn how to fine tune them so they are as beautiful as those sold by the major embroidery companies. Fee: $60.00 Register Online
BERNINA 3 SERIES & 2 SERIES GUIDE CLASS - Margi Varnum 1 session SUNDAY, APR 7th, 10:00-3:00pm Free unlimited guide class for customers who purchase their machine from PFC. 3 Series includes 380,350.330. 2 Series includes 240, 230, 220, 210. Register Online (Free)
BEGINNING QUILTING - Kerin Ferrin 6 sessions MONDAYS, APR 8th - MAY 13th, 6:00-8:30pm Discover the wonderful world of quilting! Students learn the basic skills of quilt making such as rotary cutting, piecing, borders, quilting, binding, and labeling as they construct a charming Rail Fence wall hanging using "Start Quilting With Alex Anderson." Bernina sewing machines available for class. Fee: $90.00 Register Online
BEYOND BEGINNING QUILTING - Kerin Ferrin 6 sessions TUESDAYS, APR 9th - MAY 14th, 10:00-12:30pm This class is for confident beginners. Students will expand their quilting skills by selecting more challenging blocks to create the Sampler Quilt from "Start Quilting with Alex Anderson." Students may select a different project from the book. Fee: $90.00 Register Online
BEGINNING QUILTING - Kerin Ferrin 6 sessions WEDNESDAYS, APR 10th - MAY 15th, 10:00-12:30pm Discover the wonderful world of quilting! Students learn the basic skills of quilt making such as rotary cutting, piecing, borders, quilting, binding, and labeling as they construct a charming Rail Fence wall hanging using "Start Quilting With Alex Anderson." Bernina sewing machines available for class. Fee: $90.00 Register Online
PHOTO TRANSFER ON TO FABRIC - Mary Furber 1 session SATURDAY, APR 13th, 10:00-12:00pm. Explore the various methods to transfer an image on to fabric. Topics will include scanning, resolution, digital image enhancement, printer inks and transfer products. Bring 2 4x6-inch photos or 1 larger photo to class and leave with an 8.5x11-inch transfer. Materials fee $3.00 per sheet of transfer fabric. Fee: $30.00 Register Online
SOFTWARE SAMPLER ~ BERNINA SOFTWARE CLASS - PFC Staff 1 session SUNDAY, APR 14th, 12:00-2:00pm Through out the year, SOFTWARE SAMPLER classes will be held on select Sundays, 12-2pm. Enjoy the virtual format, a webinar featuring a BERNINA educator presenting an exciting program on software projects and tips. Bring your laptop with BERNINA sotware loaded. CROSS-STITCH EMBROIDERY: Design a fun, small bag using the BERNINA Cross-Stitch Program. Learn to use printed cross-stitch patterns lettering and outlining with your software. All levels welcome. IF YOU MISS THIS CLASS, COPIES OF PROGRAM ARE AVAILABLE FOR CLASS FEE $10. Fee: $10.00 Register Online
ALL ABOUT ME ~ MACHINE EMBROIDERY - PFC Staff 1 session SUNDAY, APR 14th, 2:00-4:00pm Through out the year, ALL ABOUT ME ~ MACHINE EMBROIDERY classes will be held monthly on Sundays, 2-4pm. Enjoy the virtual embroidery format, a webinar featuring a BERNINA educator presenting an exciting program on embroidery projects and tips. Bring a USB to download the embroidery design and program information. ZAKKA STYLE: THE SEWING KIT Do you sew on the go? If so, you will enjoy stitching this small sewing kit that can hold those things you need to keep handy so you can stitch wherever you may be. IF YOU MISS THIS CLASS, COPIES OF PROGRAM ARE AVAILABLE FOR CLASS FEE $10. Fee: $10.00 Register Online
BASIC SERGING - Julia Follett 1 session SATURDAY, APR 20th, 10:00-4:30pm. Afraid of your serger? Basic serger operations are covered in the morning - threading and thread tensions, using stitch length and differential feed and problem solving. In the afternoon, the serger is used for an actual project. Any brand serger welcome! Fee: $50.00 Register Online
LOTUS - Kerin Ferrin 1 session SATURDAY, APR 27th, 10:00-4:30pm. Learn to use Julie Herman's new Hex N More Ruler with her very popular Lotus pattern. This ruler cuts 4 shapes in 4 sizes and can be used with 6" Design Strips. Enjoy the versatility of this ruler with many of her fun, new patterns Fee: $50.00 Register Online
SEWING CLASS FOR KIDS AGES 7 AND UP - Carol Robinson 4 sessions THURSDAYS, MAY 2nd - MAY 23rd, 3:30-4:30pm Kids will learn the basics of sewing machine threading and operation, sewing tools, and simple project construction. It is suggested that children have access to a sewing machine at home to practice between classes. Fee: $60.00 Register Online
'YELLOW BRICK ROAD' BEGINNING QUILTING - Kerin Ferrin 1 session SATURDAY, MAY 4th, 10:00-4:30pm "Yellow Brick Road" by Atkinson Designs is one of the most popular patterns for new quilters! Students will review the basic skills of quilt making such as rotary cutting, chain piecing and reading a pattern. This pattern calls for "fat quarters". The shop has dozens of fat quarter packs to choose from, or choose your own! Bernina sewing machines available for class. Fee: $50.00 Register Online
PAPER-PIECED MODERN DESIGNS - Carol Robinson 1 session SATURDAY, MAY 11th, 10-4:30pm Have fun with Carolyn Friedlander's paper-pieced modern designs! Practice your paper piecing skills by making a block design to be used in a quilt, wallhanging or runner. Class will teach block construction and suggestions for finishing into desired project. Beginner to intermediate sewing skills. Fee: $50.00 Register Online
BEGINNING SEWING - Hannah Pittman 5 sessions WEDNESDAYS, MAY 15th - JUNE 12th, 6:00-8:30pm This hands-on class covers sewing basics including pattern and fabric selection, pattern layout and pinning, cutting, interfacing, construction techniques, seam finishes and more. Students will complete a project and should have some previous experience with their sewing machine. Bernina sewing machines available for class. Fee: $75.00 Register Online
APPLIQUE LANDSCAPES AND BEYOND - Jo Diggs 1 session SATURDAY, MAY 18th, 10:00-4:30pm FULL - ROOM IN JUNE 1 CLASS. Learn a liberating method of layering landscapes based on free-hand and direct designing. Layering is used to create depth, distance, light effects, reflections, and glowing colors. The class starts with small “quickies” and progresses to larger projects of multiple view landscapes, missing and melding, using collage, transparency, and additional components. The emphasis is on “non-binding” experimentation. Layering free-cut appliqué suits many subjects such as fish which students may work on instead of or in addition to landscapes. Fee: $65.00 Register Online
SOFTWARE SAMPLER ~ BERNINA SOFTWARE CLASS - PFC Staff 1 session SUNDAY, MAY 19th, 12:00-2:00pm Through out the year, SOFTWARE SAMPLER classes will be held on select Sundays, 12-2pm. Enjoy the virtual format, a webinar featuring a BERNINA educator presenting an exciting program on software projects and tips. Bring your laptop with BERNINA sotware loaded TOPIC TBA. All levels welcome. IF YOU MISS THIS CLASS, COPIES OF PROGRAM ARE AVAILABLE FOR CLASS FEE $10. Fee: $10.00 Register Online
ALL ABOUT ME ~ MACHINE EMBROIDERY - PFC Staff 1 session SUNDAY, MAY 19th, 2:00-4:00pm Through out the year, ALL ABOUT ME ~ MACHINE EMBROIDERY classes will be held monthly on Sundays, 2-4pm. Enjoy the virtual embroidery format, a webinar featuring a BERNINA educator presenting an exciting program on embroidery projects and tips. Bring a USB to download the embroidery design and program information. A LITLE SOMETHIN' JACKET: This easy-to-sew jacket will become one of your favorites! We will embellish & embroider & enjoy the process as well as the results! We’ll also explore water soluble stabilizers and their uses. IF YOU MISS THIS CLASS, COPIES OF PROGRAM ARE AVAILABLE FOR CLASS FEE $10. Fee: $10.00 Register Online
APPLIQUE LANDSCAPES AND BEYOND - Jo Diggs 1 session SATURDAY, JUNE 1st, 10:00-4:30pm NEW CLASS DATE Learn a liberating method of layering landscapes based on free-hand and direct designing. Layering is used to create depth, distance, light effects, reflections, and glowing colors. The class starts with small “quickies” and progresses to larger projects of multiple view landscapes, missing and melding, using collage, transparency, and additional components. The emphasis is on “non-binding” experimentation. Layering free-cut appliqué suits many subjects such as fish which students may work on instead of or in addition to landscapes. Fee: $65.00 Register Online
FABRIC STAMPING - Carol Anne Grotrian 1 session SATURDAY, JUNE 8th, 10:00-4:30pm. Add pizzazz to the textiles in your life. Print your own unique patterns with stamps that are store bought, or fashioned from everyday objects, or quickly carved from erasers or simply constructed with glue. The materials are inexpensive and non-toxic, basic techniques are easily learned and the results are immediate. Design theory is introduced as students create their own styles from elegant restraint to outrageous and funky. Fee: $60.00 Register Online
ALL ABOUT ME ~ MACHINE EMBROIDERY - PFC Staff 1 session SUNDAY, JUNE 9th, 2:00-4:00pm Through out the year, ALL ABOUT ME ~ MACHINE EMBROIDERY classes will be held monthly on Sundays, 2-4pm. Enjoy the virtual embroidery format, a webinar featuring a BERNINA educator presenting an exciting program on embroidery projects and tips. Bring a USB to download the embroidery design and program information. BABY SHOWERS: Make two specialty bibs with the most adorable patterns! Learn to embroider on fleece blankets and knit baby items as we cover hooping techniques, needles, threads and more! IF YOU MISS THIS CLASS, COPIES OF PROGRAM ARE AVAILABLE FOR CLASS FEE $10. Fee: $10.00 Register Online
KIDS CLOTHING RECONSTRUCTED - Hannah Pittman 1 session SATURDAY, JUN 15th, 9:30-12:30pm Learn to make, alter, and embellish patterns using your children's favorite clothing. We will explore different techniques allowing you to make the perfect patterns from your favorite pieces without ripping any seams or deconstructing your original garment. This class is perfect for the confident beginner or intermediate sewer looking to add pattern making to their skill set. Fee: $25.00 Register Online
SPICE MARKET TOTE OR MAIL SACK - Sheri Nadeau 1 session SATURDAY, JUNE 22nd, 1:00-5:00pm Learn step-by-step how to make one of these stylish bags. The Spice Market Tote by Amy Butler or the Mail Sack by Pink Chalk Studios. Purchase pattern for this class. Fee: $25.00 Register Online
BERNINA 730, 640, 630 GUIDE CLASS Part 1 - Julia Follett 1 session SUNDAY, JUNE 23rd, 10:00-5:00pm. Free unlimited guide class for customers who purchase their machine from PFC. This class includes the 580, 730, 640, 630 and Embroidery module. Part 1 covers functions and maintenance. Part 2 covers customizing (programming) and embroidery. Register Online (Free)
BERNINA 5 SERIES & 4 SERIES GUIDE CLASS - Carla Clarke 1 session SUNDAY, JUNE 30th, 10:00-4:00pm Free unlimited guide class for customers who purchase their machine from PFC. 5 Series includes 550, 530. 4 Series includes 440, 430, 450. Register Online (Free)