Class List
Classes for Thursday
4001C – Bees, Bugs & Bullion Knots
$104.00
Beth Upstill
Location: Room 101
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $38.00
Skill Level: Beginner
Description: In this class you will learn to make a small sampler using Bullion Knots to create bugs, bees and flowers to embellish any of your projects. We will be practicing our Bullion Knot skills and discussing ways to use this easy and decorative stitch. Left handed and right handed stitchers can easily follow along.
Hand Work Class
Kit Contents: Background wool (approx. 8"x13"), ribbon, 2 needles (Milliners & Chenille) 5 Spools of Eleganza Perle Cotton #8 (gold, brown/black, purple, pink, green)
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Wait List only
4002C – Thread Paint Your Own Photo!
$104.00
Elizabeth Habich
Location: Room 103
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $25.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Intensive thread-painting gives you the freedom to make a very realistic, tapestry-like image entirely with thread, and the only skill you need is confident free-motion quilting!
Starting with your own sharp, good-quality photo, we will explore ways to create color combinations and textures to transform it into a realistic 8 ½” x 11” thread painting. You will be amazed by what you can do! In a one-day class, students will learn the basics of thread painting and start work on their own thread paintings.
Note: students must send their proposed photo (betsy@betsyhabich.com) no later than Sunday, January 12 for approval, possible editing, and printing. I will bring the printed photo to class made into a quilt sandwich, along with two color copies of the original photo for in-class exercises, so students can maximize their in-class work time. The instructor will bring copyright free images for the use of those who sign up after that date.
Machines Provided by: Viking & OC Sewing & Vacuum
Kit Contents: Your Personal Photo, printed on cotton and made into a prepared quilt sandwich, with a second sandwich for practice.
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Wait List only
4003C – RULE Your Quilt!
$167.00
Sarah Thomas
Location: Room 106
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $35.00
Skill Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Description: Are you ready to add the structured look of quilting with rulers to your quilt tops? Perhaps you want to mix and match free-motion quilting designs with perfect lines, arcs, and waves? This is the workshop for you! Sarah will guide you through hands-on quilting utilizing basic straight edge, curved, arced, wave, and fun shaped rulers to create crosshatch, arcs, and more! Whether you're new to using rulers or simply want to hone your skills, you will leave the workshop with an abundance of ideas, encouragement, and motivation to add ruler quilting to your repertoire!
Machines Provided by: BERNINA of America & Mel's Sewing & Fabric Center
The Machines in this room are the BERNINA Q20. These are Sit-Down Longarm Machines.
Kit Contents: Thread, Fabric, Batting, Worksheet, Ruler Use
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Wait List only
4004C – 1,2,3...Quilt! Pro-Stitcher Magic
$113.00
Leslie Main
Location: Room 107A
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Skill Level: Beginner
Description: Pro-Stitcher an intuitive computer-guided quilting system designed to guide to quilting perfec-tion on Handi Quilter Longarm machines. User-friendly and simple to operate, the step-by-step process of design, positioning, to quilting is easy and fun. Whether the desire is to finish your own quilts with your own artistry or considering making money at the frame the Pro-Stitcher is the tool of choice for elegant and precise quilting in just three easy steps!
Technology Class Sponsored by Handi Quilter
Pro-Stitcher: You must have the Handi Quilter Pro-Stitcher Program downloaded and updated before attending class.
Spaces available
4005C – Free Motion Bootcamp
$130.00
Christa Watson
Location: Room 107BC
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Embrace perfectly imperfect quilting! That means little to no marking, and a whole lot of gorgeous texture. Ease into free-motion quilting with asymmetrical textures that are fast and fun to quilt. We’ll explore a wide range of motifs that will look good on any quilt from modern to traditional. You’ll leave class armed with the confidence that yes, you can quilt your own quilts. Students should be comfortable with a sewing machine and will practice on their own pre-basted fabric and batting samples. Students will also learn best practices for successful free-motion quilting.
Machines Provided by: BERNINA of America & Mel's Sewing & Fabric Center
Wait List only
4006C – Mastering Free-Motion Designs for Art Quilts
$153.00
David Taylor
Location: Room 200AB
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Skill Level: Intermediate - Advanced
Description: Are you ready for more? For quilters who want to break out of the rut of repetitive quilting designs, David will introduce you to the freedom of self-guided stitching for your art quilts. Learn to master your machine so you can confidently put your quilting on full display. Rhythm, regulation, and relaxation are the key to your goals. This is not a class for beginners. Bring plenty of practice sandwiches, your favorite thread, and, if the spirit is willing, a current art quilt project. It's time to start putting your skills to good use! All students will have solo use of their own HandiQuilter Amara stationery quilting machine.
Machines Provided by: Handi Quilter
The Machines in this room are the Amara ST. These are Sit-Down Longarm Machines. One Student Per Machine.
Wait List only
4007C – Fun with Fillers
$153.00
David Taylor
Location: Room 200AB
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $40.00
Skill Level: Intermediate
Description: Staring at open spaces? Not sure which design you want to use on your quilt? Do you hate making feathers? David will show you fun ways to fill in the blanks, from easy stippling and loop-de-loop and to versatile grid work and organic motifs. Each student will have solo use of a Handi Quilter Amara stationery quilting machine.
Machines Provided by: Handi Quilter
The Machines in this room are the Amara ST. These are Sit-Down Longarm Machines. One Student Per Machine.
Kit Contents: Fabric and batting sandwiches
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4008C – New Life for Traditional Blocks - II Improved
$179.00
Julia Quiltoff
Location: Room 200C
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Kit Fee $35.00
Skill Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Description: Revitalize Your Quilting Skills with Freemotion Magic! Join this improved and updated longarm quilting class and discover a fresh perspective on traditional quilt blocks. Learn how to reimagine classic designs with freemotion techniques, adding texture, movement, and visual interest to your quilts. From traditional to modern, we'll show you how to give your favorite blocks a new life with creative fills, stitches, and thread play.
Machines Provided by: Handi Quilter
The Machines in this room are Stand-Up Longarm Machines. One Student Per Machine.
Kit Contents: pre-printed quilt blocks, matching thread, backing fabric, batting, and a small ruler.
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4009C – Ghost Quilting - Shapes and Critters
$179.00
Julia Quiltoff
Location: Room 200C
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $35.00
Skill Level: Intermediate
Description: Learn how to expertly create ghost shapes in the negative space of your quilt top, adding an extra layer of interest, though and depth to your design. By getting the inspiration from the elements already present in your quilt, you'll create a stunning visual effect that will leave onlookers mesmerized. In this class, Julia will guide you through the techniques and tips needed to master this unique quilting style, perfect for adding a unique and whimsical touch to any quilt design. Join us and discover the magic of ghostly shapes in your quilting!
Machines Provided by: Handi Quilter
The Machines in this room are Stand-Up Longarm Machines. One Student Per Machine.
Kit Contents: Fabric for top and back, batting, thread, small ruler
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Wait List only
4010C – Puffin Collage and Stitch
$104.00
Jane Haworth
Location: Room 201AB
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $20.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Learn to fabric collage and combine with hand stitching on this fun and simple puffin pattern. Trace and cut this small Puffin fabric collage using the pattern and kit provided. Learn this free-form technique for fabric collage. The collage will be hand-stitched using simple stitches.
Hand Work Class
Kit Contents: Fabric, Needle, threads, pattern
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4011C – Introduction to Interleave Piecing
$113.00
Heather Kojan
Location: Room 202AB
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $15.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Interleave Piecing is the coolest new trend in patchwork. To "interleave" means to mix (two or more digital signals) by alternating between them. What if we substituted digital signals for quilt blocks? The possibilities are endless! We'll make 2 unique interleave designs.
Machines Provided by: Juki & Moore's Sewing Centers
Kit Contents: Pattern, Interfacing
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4012C – Perfectly Pointless - Improv Triangles
$126.00
Maria Shell
Location: Room 203AB
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: The triangle is an elegant shape that can be used to create dynamic quilts. This workshop covers all manner of triangles and ways to improvisation-ally cut and piece them into patchwork art. There is a special focus on working stripes and other prints to create triangles as well as an in-depth exploration of how different angles create different final units.
Machines Provided by: Brother & Moore's Sewing Centers
Spaces available
4013C – 32 is a Bushel
$150.00
Sarah Fielke
Location: Room 203C
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $15.00
Skill Level: Intermediate
Description: These improv apples are fun, freeing and fast to make. Sarah will teach you her techniques to make these "improv with intent" apples, and a bushel basket to keep them in. Leave measurements and rules at the door and bring your scraps!
Machines Provided by: Janome & Moore's Sewing Center
Kit Contents: Pattern Booklet
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4014C – Super Scrappy Repair Quilt
$113.00
Brooke Shankland
Location: Room 204
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Skill Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Description: Make your own "super scrappy" Repair blocks - in the "imperfect" style - to begin a throw sized quilt. The Repair block is inspired by the concept in Judaism known as tikkun olam, which translates from Hebrew to “repair the world.” The design serves as a reminder to see beauty & opportunity in the imperfect & broken. Brooke will walk you through the two-at-a-time construction of this fun & extremely versatile block, including tips for half rectangle triangles - which may become your new favorite building block for modern quilts. This block is a fabulous way to use up scraps, and even let loose with the option for improv cutting.
Machines Provided by: Baby Lock & Moore's Sewing Centers
Wait List only
4015N – Fabulous Background Fillers and Fun
$160.00
Stacie Spradlin
Location: North Annex Room 1
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Kit Fee $25.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Let’s learn some fun, fast and fabulous background fillers! Free-motion feathers, swirls, flowers, stacked circles, pebbles, snails and more will all be demonstrated and stitched. We will even talk Ghost Blocks! Don’t know where to start? Join me…let’s fill those backgrounds!
Machines Provided by: Sewing Machines Plus.
These are Stand-Up Longarm Machines. One Student Per Machine.
Kit Contents: All handouts, fabric, batting and thread needed for the class
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4016N – Combining Design
$160.00
Stacie Spradlin
Location: North Annex Room 1
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $25.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: We will take an in-depth look at combining designs to make your quilting features pop! Feathers, swirls, circles as well as straight and curved lines can all be combined to give your quilt top that extreme custom look. From drawing basic shapes, grids, and feather spines, we will look at how stitching order, echoing and more will truly transform your top! It would be beneficial for students to be familiar with free-motion feathers and ruler work.
Machines Provided by: Sewing Machines Plus.
These are Stand-Up Longarm Machines. One Student Per Machine.
Kit Contents: All handouts, fabric, batting and thread needed for class
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4061C – Treads and Risers
$56.00
Greg Barner
Location: Room 103
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Kit Fee $80.00
Skill Level: Intermediate
Description: Learn to make dramatic illusions of steps and risers with simple piecing and thoughtful fabric. For this class, you will be playing with light, medium, and dark fabrics of a variety of colors. Greg will teach you a simple 45 degree template technique. Learn to select and place the proper light, medium, and dark fabrics, so that you create “dimensional steps.”
Machines Provided by: Viking & OC Sewing & Vacuum
Kit Contents: Fabric to complete the quilt top, pattern, 45 degree wedge template
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4062C – Walking Foot Quilting 2 - Organic Curves and Super Spirals
$73.00
Catherine Redford
Location: Room 107BC
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Kit Fee $20.00
Skill Level: Intermediate
Description: A second class in walking foot quilting. Elevate your technique with beautiful organic curves. Learn how to execute sharp turns and make accurate straight line polygon spirals. Add hand stitched details for added texture. Circular spirals round out the class.
Machines Provided by: BERNINA of America & Mel's Sewing & Fabric Center
Kit Contents: machine and hand sewing threads, needles, safety pins, handouts
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4063C – Heart to Heart 3D Wallhanging
$56.00
Ruth Ann Berry
Location: Room 202AB
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Kit Fee $50.00
Skill Level: Intermediate
Description: Create the illusion of depth using long strips with 60 degree angle cuts and no "Y" seams. Learn an updated piecing process that employs a triangle replacement template and avoids most of the small triangle pieces. Use color and value instead of complicated piecing to give the impression of 3D.
Machines Provided by: Juki & Moore's Sewing Centers
Kit Contents: fabric to complete the quilt top. Pattern. Triangle replacement template
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4064C – Variegated Thread
$60.00
Edyta Sitar
Location: Room 203C
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Kit Fee $59.95
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Enjoy a fun fabric exchange with friends and create this wonderful quilt called Variegated Thread. You will have a great time exchanging fabric, sewing a fabric panel, and learning how to coordinate your scraps in this delightful class. We will learn cutting, piecing, and pressing a spool block. It’s perfect for quilters at all levels of experience. You do not want to miss this fun experience and make new quilting friends!
Machines Provided by: Janome & Moore's Sewing Centers
Kit Contents: Fabric for 8 blocks, background, binding (fabrics may vary) and pattern
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4065C – Master Curved Piecing with the Many Moons Quilt Pattern
$56.00
Jennifer Wagner
Location: Room 204
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Kit Fee $12.00
Skill Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Description: Have you been wanting to add curves to your quilts but aren’t sure where to start? Then this is the class for you! You’ll learn and experiment with 3 different techniques for curved piecing using the Many Moons quilt pattern. This pattern uses large curves because they’re easier to learn on. Bonus: We will also discuss how the use of contrast, color, and fabric change the look of the quilt. It looks modern made in Kona Solids but see it with big prints in the circles and it’s a whole new quilt.
Machines Provided by: Baby Lock & Moore's Sewing Center
Kit Contents: Many Moons Quilt Pattern
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4501C – Flying Into Colours
$270.00
Helen Godden
Location: Room 100B
Two DaysThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $10.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: Introducing Helen's technique of Paintchwork....that is, painted not pieced patchwork working with stunning Metallic & Pearlescent Lumiere by Jacquard, acrylic fabric paints. Day 1 - Students will chose from 20 designs for your own Flying Into Colours wall hanging 20 x 30”. Helen will demonstrate how to trace & paint the design; how to combine colours and blend colours to create Paintchwork onto black fabric. Students will be blown away by the ease of painting with these fabric paints and their stunning results. Day 2 - With Helen's expert guidance, booklet of Free-Motion designs and lots of demonstrating, students will enhance their piece with a wide variety of free-motion quilting styles to complement their work. Students will then paint again, this time into their free-motion stitching, enhancing and adding so much life and energy into their individual and unique work. This class is a lot of fun and very exciting as student's gain confidence in painting and in free-motion and their work comes to life in full colour!
Painting
Kit Contents: Students will shared the use of 2 full sets of 30 Lumiere paints. Each student will have use of brushes Panda Pencil for tracing on black fabric to keep.
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Wait List only
4502C – Spring at Mission Point
$260.00
Lisa Bongean
Location: Room 105
Two DaysThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $75.00
Skill Level: Beginner
Description: Immerse yourself into the timeless charm of wool appliqué, where vibrant colors, intricate designs, and touch of rustic come together to create one-of-a-kind textile masterpieces. Whether you're an experienced fiber artist or a beginner eager to learn, our project promises hours of relaxation and artistic fulfillment.
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL:
WARMTH AND TEXTURE: Wool appliqué creates textiles that not only look stunning but also provide an unparalleled tactile experience. The plushness of wool adds warmth and dimension to your artwork.
AFTER LEARNING THE BASICS...Let your imagination soar as you play with different shapes, sizes, and color combinations. Wool appliqué offers endless design possibilities, making it an ideal medium for expressing your personal style.
A TIMELESS TRADITION: Rooted in centuries of craftsmanship, wool appliqué connects you with a rich heritage of textile arts while allowing you to put your contemporary twist on this enduring tradition.
WHY CHOOSE OUR WOOL APPLIQUÉ PROJECT: Whether you're seeking a soothing hobby or aiming to create handmade gifts with a personal touch, our Wool Appliqué project offers a gratifying and artistic way to achieve your goals. The warmth and whimsy of this craft are sure to inspire you and leave you with cherished, handcrafted pieces you'll treasure for years to come.
If you have any questions about our workshop please do not hesitate to contact me at my email lisab@primitivegatherings.us
Handwork Class
Kit Contents: Backing and wools for front and back
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4503C – A Paradise of Birds
$270.00
Irene Blanck
Location: Room 205
Two DaysThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $25.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: This workshop will teach you most aspects of applique – needleturn, prepared edge, straight line, template, curves, points on leaves and stems. You will learn how to prepare your shapes and glue them onto the background fabric using a lightbox (essential for my class). Using this process eliminates all those extra steps that we used to do once upon a time – and NO pins on your work.
Hand Work Class
Kit Contents: Pattern only $AU25 - via my website
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
4601C – Painting on Silk: Columbine
$339.00
Andrea Brokenshire
Location: Room 100A
Three DaysThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Kit Fee $115.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Description: I am inspired by the natural world. Won’t you join me in my paint box to learn my technique for painting realistic floral imagery onto silk.You will be making a beautiful Pink Columbine. To make it easy, most of materials you will need will be provided in the Mandatory Kit. The kit cost is $115.00. In addition to painting your beautiful flower, I will also demonstrate how I create my highly textural confetti backgrounds and my technique for turning the edges of the finished applique’ for a clean finish. So let’s have some fun and create with paint and fiber.
Painting Class
Kit Contents: Instruction booklet for Columbine
11” x 17” Color photocopy
11” x 17” Greyscale photocopy
11” x 17” Color Photocopy of finished Painted top
Silk Charmeuse (12mm) 12” x 18” pre-primed Silk Charmeuse
1 - Set of PROfab Transparent Acrylic Textile paints for Black Pearl
1 -2 oz Transparent Extender Medium
Freezer Paper (approx.) 2 yards
Black Ultra Fine Sharpie Marker
Brushes:
#2 Chisel Blender
#6 Round
#2 Round
2” Foam brush
All Kits Are Payable to the Teacher. They are not included when you register.
Spaces available
9401C – Party Time!
$40.00
Road Staff
Location: Doubletree Ballroom
One dayThursday, January 23rd 2025
From 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Description: A fan favorite at Road is always the Party Time event. Our MC has a lot of fun planned for this action packed night! Get together with your friends or meet someone new! All we know is it is going to be a Party!
Spaces available
