Monday, September 26, 2011

Holiday Hours

Closed:
Rosh Hashana: Wednesday September 28- Friday September 30
Succot: Wednesday October 12- Saturday October 22

Friday, September 16, 2011

CLOSED

Due to a family emergency, our store will have shorter hours. Please call to see what time we're open until.
Sorry for the inconvenience.

For our online customers, you can order online but it will have a delay in getting out.

Wednesday, September 07, 2011

Class Schedule Fall 2011

BEGINNING QUILTING with Sarah V.
Level: Beginner
This basic sampler was designed for the quilter to learn: to measure, cut, and sew these easy 4 blocks, complete with sashing and borders. Once our quilt top is completed, we will add the back, batting and stitch in the ditch. Add the binding and your quilt is done. Homework will be given.
Tuesday Days- October 25, November 1, 8,
15, 22, 29, December 6
11:00- 1:00
or
Tuesday Evenings- 6:00- 8:00
$150

BLOCK OF THE MONTH with Merrie H. (cont.d)
Level: All
Sunday Days- September 25, October 30, November 20, December 18
11:00

CHAIN STAR with Merrie H.
Level: Intermediate and advanced
Two blocks and a rainbow of colors create a bold, impressive graphic quilt.
Sunday Days- December 4, 11, 18
12:00- 3:00
$80

CHICKEN BUFFET with Blima N.
Level: All
A block of the month that is finished in just 4 days. Every class we work on another chicken (no feather plucking!). Enjoy this fun looking quilt top. Homework given and book required. Top only.
Thursdays Evenings- November 10, 17, 24,
December 1
6:00- 8:00
$80

DEAR JANE CLUB
Level: All
A continuing meeting of Janiacs who love the 4 ½” blocks and can’t get enough of them.
Last Monday of the month.
4:00- 5 :00
Free

EVERYDAY BAG with Sarah V.
Level: All
Using the Tahoe Tote pattern to make this great bag with lots of pockets is quick and easy. Jazz it up or keep it simple, either way I bet you can’t just make one. Pattern required.
Monday Days- November 7, 14
11:00- 2:00
$45

THE FLYING GEESE STAR with Charles J.
Level: Intermediate and advanced This is a class that will take the Radiant Star to a new level. In Cheryl Malkowski’s book “Blocks to Diamonds”, she has taken traditional quilt squares and transformed them into diamonds shape, and then arranged them into some of the most spectacular Radiant Star quilts. Using the simple paper piecing technique, we will work through her Flying Geese block. You will learn to do an easy method for “Y” set-in seams. Cheryl’s book is required for the class and printed paper piecing flying geese packages will be available for purchase on the first day of class.
Sunday Days- November 13, 20, December 4
2:00- 5:00
$85

HOLIDAY PLACEMENT with Sarah V.
Level: All
Pattern required. Just in time for the holidays, foundation pieced so the quilting is already done.
These lovely placemats are great for holidays all year round. Makes a perfect hostess gift.
Monday Day- October 3
11:00- 1:00
$35

JELLY ROLL STRIPE with Madi A.
Level: All
A fast and easy jelly roll quilt all in stripes.
Sunday Day- September 25
12:00- 3:00
$30 + supply fee

LANDSCAPE with Madi A.
Level: All
You will learn how o create a contemporary landscape using the raw edge appliqué technique. The finished piece will measure 4” x 6”. You can also adapt this technique for larger works as well.
Sunday Day- October 2
12:00- 3:00
$35

LEARN YOUR SEWING MACHINE
Have a machine but don’t know what to do with it? We can help- learn how to thread your machine and bobbin, and about needles and tension.
Call for appointment: 718-338-6104.
$25 for first hour

LONGARM QUILTING with Merrie H.
Level: All
Learn to load thread and quilt on our long-arm quilting machine. Supplies included.
By appointment.
$110 for 3 hours
Note: Rent time on the Longarm machine and work on your own project, at your own pace.

PHOTO TRANSFER with Blima N.
Level: All
Have you been tempted but afraid of picture transfers? Poppycock! Easy, easy, easy- give it a try.
By Appointment only.
$12- 2 hours

SPLIT STAR with Charles J.
Level: Intermediate and advanced
This is a class that will take the Eight Point Star to the next level. The basis for the design is the 45* diamond, but the twist is splitting it in half so you have two beautiful fabrics in your star. You will learn to do set-in seams, and other great techniques from Jan Krentz’s “Quick Star Quilts & Beyond”. Both the book and Fussy Cutter 45* Diamond Guide are required.
Sunday Days- October 23, 30, November 6
2:00- 5:30
$85

STACK THE DECK with Merrie H.
Learn easy “no worry” curves using stacks of fabric and free form cutting.
Wednesday Evenings- October 5, 26
5:00- 7:00
$50

SUNBONNET SUE with Sarah V.
Level: All
A traditional cutie that we will be making into a 4 block quilt top. We will be using Eleanore Burns' method so everything goes together quickly and easily. Homework given, and book required.
Sundays- November 6, 13, 20
11:00- 1:00
$80

X BLOCK with Sarah V.
Level: Confident Beginner
Rulers will transform strips or easy pieced blocks into spectacular quilts. No waste, use the trimmed pieces to form the blocks. Homework given. Book & ruler required.
Sundays- November 27 December 11,18
3:30- 5:30
$65

Class size is limited, so register early! Full payment for classes is due in
advance to hold your spot. We accept credit card, cash or check.
You may secure your registration in person, phone or email. Refunds
for class fees can be made if we are notified at least two weeks
before the start of a class. The refund will be made in the same
manner in which it was paid.
Sorry, due to space restrictions, only students are permitted in the
class.
Be prepared, come to every class on time. We want you to enjoy the
experience and finish your project. There are no make-ups. Supplies
are not included. The supply list is provided at time of registration.
Sewing machines are available for students after class time, by
appointment.
During the run of a class, each student gets a 10% discount on any
store purchase. Be sure to get your key chain for a bonus

Tuesday, September 06, 2011

Regular Store Hours

Sunday- Thursday:
11:00- 6:00
Friday- Saturday:
Closed
 

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