Machine Techniques

Supplies & Equipment List for Machine Piecing Classes:
–Rotary rule or equivalent (24" long)
–Rotary cutter
–Triangle or 2nd ruler for squaring up (optional)
–Sewing machine (cleaned, oiled and ready to use)
–Basic sewing supplies including a seam ripper
–Lunch for all day classes
–Fabric (prewashed and pressed).
Note: We now have a “classroom” set of cutting mats so you don't need to carry yours to class with you.

• Beginning Rotary Star Sampler—Annemarie Yohnk
This class will teach the fundamentals of rotary cutting and piecing by machine. Several techniques will be covered in the classes, including mastering the 1/4" seam allowance, connector triangles, strip piecing, borders, basting and binding. Machine quilting will be demonstrated in the final class. Stop into the shop before the first session to see the sample and for help selecting the fabric for your quilt. Also, see *Supplies and Equipment list.
4 sessions • fee: $42.00
Tuesday • Sept. 14, 21, Oct. 5, 19 • 6:00–8:30

• •Bali Bowls—Susan Dyer
Have you seen our samples of the Bali Bowls and Bali Bags from the patterns by Aunties Two? Have you even purchased the supplies but been afraid to attempt them? Come to class and get a good start on one of the projects. These projects are made from clothesline that is covered with 2-1/2" wide strips of fabric and then zigzagged into shape on your sewing machine. You can choose to work on any of the bowls or the totebag in class. Some preparation will be necessary before class. Come into the shop to see our samples and to pick up your supply list.
1 session • fee: $30.00 plus purchase of pattern
Saturday • Dec. 11 • 10:00–4:00

• • Foundation Piecing—Susan Dyer
Learn the fundamentals of foundation piecing while working on a small project. You can either choose to make a couple of blocks from the Sylvia's Bridal Sampler book by Jennifer Chiaverini or choose one of the patterns by MH Designs. Come into the shop to pick up your supply list and to see our selection of MH Designs patterns. You will need to do a little preparation before class. Also see the *Supplies and Equipment list. 
1 session • fee: $30.00
Saturday • Oct. 2 • 10:00–4:00

• • Woven Memories—Susan Dyer
This Glad Creations pattern was first offered as a Mystery by Mail in the fall of 2009. It’s a fun quilt made from Dark and Medium prints but with no background. It would be a great quilt to make from your stash. You can make a lap size or a full/queen size quilt either from yardage or from your stash. Come in and see our samples and pick up your supply list and precutting instructions. You will also need your own copy of the Woven Memories pattern. We do have a limited number of kits made up in the lap size version.
1 session • fee: $30.00 plus purchase of pattern
Saturday • Oct. 23 • 10:00–4:00

• • • Storm at Sea—Susan Dyer
The combination of angles in this old time favorite optical illusion quilt gives the effect of curves in the finished quilt when the piecing is actually all done in straight lines. Learn to use the Tri-Recs tool and the Judy Martin Point Trimmer tool to put this quilt together perfectly! You will need the Tri-Recs tool and Point Trimmer in addition to your basic rotary cutting equipment. Come into the shop to see the sample and to pick up your supply list. You can work on a lap size, a twin size or a full/queen size quilt. Also see the *Supplies and Equipment list. 
1 session • fee: $30.00
Saturday • Sept. 25 • 10:00–4:00

• • • Lone Star—Cheri Merritt
The Lone Star is making a comeback at Glad’s! It is Cheri’s absolutely favorite design. Share her excitement and learn the basics of constructing a small Lone Star that will make a wall hanging or table topper. As an added bonus, you will learn fun design techniques for making a one-of-a-kind star for your next Lone Star. Stop in to pick up your supply list before the class. Also see the *Supplies and Equipment list. 
2 sessions • fee: $60.00
Saturdays • Oct. 9, 30 • 10:00-4:00

• • Pieced Block Appliqué—Annemarie Yohnk
Learn the technique of Pieced Appliqué. This fun technique eliminates inset points and curves from even the most complicated blocks. You may have admired these blocks in the past and thought them too difficult. With this easy foundation block method they are possible and a breeze to sew. The class will focus on 4 blocks from Penny Haren’s book Pieced Appliqué (book purchase is necessary). Stop in the shop for a list of requirements for this class.
2 sessions • fee: $30.00
Tuesdays • Nov. 9, 16 • 6:00–8:30

• • Machine Quilting for Beginners—Dee Legvold
Our machine quilting class has been re-formatted to better meet your needs. It's now a 3 session class. Week 1 meets from 6:30-8:00 without your sewing machine and covers planning, marking, pinning and basic information. Weeks 2 & 3 meet from 6:30-8:30 with your sewing machine and cover machine basics, working with the walking foot, free motion quilting, ergonomics and recommendations for your quilts. The class project will use the “Skillbuilder” fabric panel and book. In addition to the panel and book, you'll need a free motion foot (darning foot or “big foot”) and a walking foot for your machine. Pre-requisite: “Beginning Rotary Star Sampler” or equivalent beginning piecing class. This class does not cover piecing or other construction techniques. Come in to pick up your supply list prior to the first session.
3 sessions • fee: $30.00 plus purchase of “Skillbuilder” fabric panel and book.
Mondays • Oct. 18 (6:30–8:00), Oct. 25 (6:30-8:30) &
Nov. 1 (6:30-8:30)

• • • Mystery Weekend #46—Susan Dyer & Nancy Raschka-Reeves
Run away from home and spend the weekend with us! We’ve specially designed a quilt for this Mystery Weekend. You won’t find out what the quilt looks like until you’ve begun sewing. Teaching hours are from 9:30–5:00 each day but you may stay and sew Thursday or Saturday evening if you wish. Participants should have experience with rotary cutting and machine piecing. You will receive your Secret Supply List about a month before this workshop. Choose between Session A, B, C & D. (Students in sessions A,B & C will be sworn to secrecy!) This session the Mystery Weekend and Mystery by Mail will be the same quilt. We hope the Mystery Weekend folks will be able to keep their quilt a secret from anyone participating in the Mystery by Mail until mid-January!
Register early—sessions tend to fill quickly! Class registration begins Thursday, August 12.
One weekend session • fee: $65.00
Session A: Sat. & Sun. • Nov. 6 & 7 • 9:30–5:00
Session B: Thurs. & Fri. • Nov. 11 & 12 • 9:30–5:00
Session C: Sat. & Sun. • Nov. 13 & 14 • 9:30–5:00
Session D: Sat. & Sun. • Dec. 4 & 5 • 9:30–5:00