Friday, October 31, 2014

November Classes at Mary Jo's Cloth Store

Quilting Classes

Saturday, November 1

Appliqué Basics
Time: 11 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Cindy Jahnke
Fee: $25
This class will teach 3 methods of appliqué: needle turn, lick and stick and a variation of lick and stick. The student will practice appliqué in class. The class will discuss types of threads and sewing machine stitches to use with your appliqué designs. A heart and star design will be provided.

Saturday, November 1

Josephine's Knot
Time: 11 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Daniela Hogan
Fee:  $35.00
I've always been a fan of the “lovers knot” quilt block; I think the way the squares intertwine is stunning. This pattern has the same effect but on a larger scale. This beautiful pattern is great for any level of quilter.

Tuesday, November 4

Snowy Day
Time: 10 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Daniela Hogan
Fee:  $35
love pinwheels! Combine them with Frosty and it makes a perfect wall hanging for the colder months. This class will work on flying geese and half square triangles and the many techniques used to make them. We'll also have fun with embellishments.

Wednesday, November 5

Machine Quilting Basics (Free-Motion Quilting)
Time: 10 am - 1 pm
Instructor: Karen Ponischil

Fee: $45
Curvy, Geometric or Both? Learn what style you like best in this free-motion quilting class. Students will learn the basics of free motion quilting. This is a no mark technique workshop where you will be introduced to several different free motion quilting patterns.

4 Classes – Nov. 6, 13, 20, Dec 4.

In A Pinch Too
Time: 10 am – 2 pm
Instructor: Daniela Hogan
Fee: $95.00 (includes all 4 classes)
This class will teach you all the basics for making your first quilt from start to finish. From pressing to borders you'll learn it all. Whether you've never made a quilt before or you want to freshen up on the fundamentals, this class is for you.

Friday, November 7

Paper Piecing Delaware Star
Time: 11 am – 2 pm
Instructor: Aimee Griffin
Fee: $ 35
Delaware Star, from the Carol Doak Book 50 state Stars, Learn the strip method of paper piecing!

Saturday, November 8

Cranberry Chutney
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Instructor: Cindy Jahnke
Fee: $35
This quilt is an amazing refresher from geometry class, but don't worry, there will not be a quiz. Eight inch squares have never been so much fun. You will learn how to make an 8” square and placing 1” strips in each square.

Tuesday, November 11

Feather Fancy
Time: 10am - 3pm
Instructor: Daniela Hogan
Fee: $35
Get a jump start on your holiday cheer with this festive wall hanging.

Saturday, November 15

Machine Quilting Basics (Free-Motion Quilting)
Time: 10am to 1pm
Instructor: Karen Ponischil
Fee: $45
Feathers are the classic quilt motif. Learn the basics of creating feathers from the “shell/teardrop” shape in this free-motion quilting class. This is a minimal/no mark technique workshop where you will be introduced to several different feather patterns.

Saturday, November 15

Poinsettia Wall Hanging
Time: 1:30 pm – 6 pm
Instructor Karen Ponischil

Fee: $45
Learn the basics of painting with thread in the holiday applique class. In this class student will learn how to add color, shading and highlights to a flat area to give it dimension. This pattern also includes double sided 3-D petals which makes the center pop.

Tuesday, November 18

Jennifer Quilt
Time: 10 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Daniela Hogan
Fee: $35
I've been asked many times “What's a good way to use a Charm Pack?” This class is the answer to that question! This quilt is a creative way to use your charm packs. Don't have a charm pack? Cut some scraps from an old project into 5” squares and viola' you're ready to join in the fun!

Wednesday, November 19

Machine Quilting Feathers (Free-Motion Quilting)
Time: 10 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Karen Ponischil
Fee: : $45
Feathers are the classic quilt motif. Learn the basics of creating feathers from the “shell/teardrop” shape in this free-motion quilting class. This is a minimal/no mark technique workshop where you will be introduced to several different feather patterns.

Sewing Classes

Saturday, November 1

Fabric Purses, Basket & Bowls
Time: 2 pm – 5 pm
Instructor: Cindy Jahnke
Fee: $25
Learn to make these amazing bowls, baskets and purses from clothesline and fabric, using simple wrapping and coiling methods and zigzag stitching. You'll make one project in class, but you'll learn the techniques to make any project. These projects are easy and FUN to make and they make great gifts! Anyone and everyone can do this!!

Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24

Sewing Concepts I Class #1
Time:9 am – 12 pm
Instructor:Mary Sue W. Christenbury
Fee: $100
Learn about the Basic Concepts of Sewing, Sewing Machine Maintenance, Hand & Machine Sewing, Tools of the Trade, Pattern Layout, Fabric Selection, Interfacing, Cutting, Matching repeat Patterns, Seam Finishes, Darts, Gathers, Easing, Tucks, Zippers, Pleats, & Closures.

Monday, November 3

Christmas Stocking – Super Easy!
Time: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Instructor: Mary Sue Christenbury
Fee: $30
Get ready for Christmas with these fun Stockings. You will be amazed at how simple this stocking is. Just 4, YES FOUR seams and you are done.

Thursday Tuesday, November 4

Chalkboard Placemat
Time: 6 pm - 9 pm
Instructor: Mary Sue Christenbury
Fee: $30
Leave Santa a message on this Chalkboard Placemat. Choose a holiday fabric and come learn how to make this keepsake Placemat.

Thursday, November 6

Christmas Tree Skirt
Time: 6 pm - 9 pm
Instructor: Mary Sue Christenbury
Fee: $30
This whimsical tree skirt is quick and easy!

Monday, November 10

Christmas Placemat and Napkin
Time: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Instructor: Mary Sue Christenbury
Fee: $30
This fun placemat will be a fun addition to your family's Holiday tradition, with special fork, spoon and knife pocket. Learn to make this Fun Placemat. Choose a holiday fabric - Fabric that will accentuate your home décor, or make them for a gift.

Tuesday, November 11

Pot Holder
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Instructor: Mary Sue Christenbury
Fee: $30
Spruce up your kitchen with these fun potholders

Tuesday, November 17

Pot Holder
Time: 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Instructor: Mary Sue Christenbury
Fee: $30
Spruce up your kitchen with these fun potholders

Tuesday, November 18

Holiday Cheer Wine Bag
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Instructor: Mary Sue Christenbury
Fee: $30
Need a one of-a-kind Gift Bag? This class is for you. It's very easy to make and anyone with a little sewing experience can make it. These fun wine bags make great gifts for the holidays.

Monday, November 24

Holiday Cheer Wine Bag
Time: 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Instructor: Mary Sue Christenbury
Fee: $30
Need a one of-a-kind Gift Bag? This class is for you. It's very easy to make and anyone with a little sewing experience can make it. These fun wine bags make great gifts for the holidays.

Home Décor Classes

Tuesday, November 11

Home Décor Seminar: Professional Drapery Making Tips and Techniques
Time: 6 pm – 8 pm
Instructor: Susan Woodcock
Fee: $25 per person
Join Susan Woodcock for a look behind-the-scenes of a professional drapery workroom, and see the tools and techniques used to create custom draperies. You will learn about the supplies used in the drapery making process like buckram, weights and drapery pin hooks and all the different types of linings and interlinings. Susan will show how to turn a basic, flat drapery panel into a variety of styles with pleats, grommets and shirring tapes. After attending this class you will understand the value of custom work, and be better prepared to purchase or sew your own custom draperies.

Clubs

Saturday November 1st (every 1st Sat)

Prairie Rose BOM
Time: 9am to 10am
Instructor: Daniela Hogan
Continues session 8 ( almost done )

Saturday November 15th (every 3rd Sat)

Park Bench
Time: 10am to 1pm
Instructor: Daniela Hogan
Fee: $250
Includes book, fabric and 3 hours each month for 9 months. Hands on Block of the month.

New Block Of The Month

El Camino Block of the Month – WE CAN ONLY TAKE 12 PEOPLE!
Instructor: Daniela Hogan
From Nancy Rink, this quilt pairs her flair for color with prints inspired by California's rich history, a blend of Spanish Mexican and Native American traditions. Bright color and intricate motifs echo the decorative tile work of El Camino Real (The King's Highway) and the architecture of the region. The finished quilt measures 94 1/2" x 114". During this 12-month Block of the Month program, you will receive the pattern and fabrics needed to complete the quit top including borders and binding. There is a $30 non-refundable start-up fee and then only $25.95 per month. Save $60 and pay for the entire 12 months at once for $280! Classes start the first Saturday of February 2015 and continue the first Saturday of each month from 9 am – 10 am.

Just want to buy the kit and pattern? You MUST preorder by December 1, 2014 in order to receive your kit. Kits will arrive the first week in February, 2015 and will be available for pick up or shipment.Kit price: $195

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