What’s New?
Could it be … Baby Lock? You may have noticed some changes in the past couple of weeks. We’ve got big things in store so stay tuned.
Family Day
Holidays – We’ll be closed on Monday, February 20 for Family Day. Hope you’ll take some time to relax and maybe even stitch a bit.
Block of the Month
Our Fiesta block of the month is well under way. If you missed the start and would like to join in, call now to register before you miss too many blocks. We have a few block kits left over from our Starburst block of the month – If you missed picking up December’s block, c’mon in, you can still get it.
There is a Lot Going On
There are lots of classes on offer this month and, as always, we’re happy to see you for Sit & Sew Fridays 12:00 – 6:00 pm every Friday. Don’t forget the first Saturday each month is demo day. We have lots to show you, so join us at 10:30 on Saturday, February 4. Bring a finished item for show & share for a chance to win a quilty prize.
Battting Promo
Our end of the year batting promotion was such a success, we’ve decided to continue it. We know you like a sale and we found out that we like to cut all the batting at the end of the day, so it works for everyone. When you order your cut batting a day in advance, we’ll give you 20% off!
Classes
Enjoy classes in our spacious classroom with lots of table space, two oversize ironing boards, design wall, great teachers, and good company. Whether you come with someone you know or venture in on your own, you are sure to make new friends, learn new skills and have a great time! By the way, if you need to cancel a class after registering, you can get a full refund up until one week before the first class.
Skillbuilder
Mondays, January 30 and February 6, 12:30 – 3:30
Instructor: Jeannie Hopkins
Fee: $60 plus supplies
Level: Confident Beginner and up
Would you like to be more proficient in your free motion quilting? Using the Skillbuilder panel and workbook, Jeannie will show you how to get started. Learn how to make smooth curves with your sewing machine. and more…
Style File
Tuesday, January 31, 10:00 – 1:00
Instructor: Heather Northrup
Fee: $25
Level: Confident Beginner and up
We have kits prepared for this class – This is a nice zippered pouch to carry your paperwork to the printer or to class, it may even fit your computer notebook. It’s stylish and practical.
Eclipse
Saturdays, Feb. 4 and 11, 1:00 – 4:00
Instructor: Judy Carney
Fee: $45
Level: Confident Beginner and up
This is a good "next" quilt for those who have taken our Learn to Quilt class. It’s made with strips and goes together easily. The finished size is 48" x 64" but you could easily make it smaller or larger. Make it colour coordinated or scrappy, either will work. Judy’s sample is made using the Change of Heart line of fabric by Northcott.
Mini Sampler
Sunday, February 5, 12:00 – 4:00
Instructor: Yvette Sullivan
Fee: $40
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
This little beauty is foundation pieced. Yvette will share her tips and tricks on foundation piecing a miniature block. Learn how she gets those fantastic borders just right
Trudy’s Sweatshirt Jacket
Saturdays, February 11, 25 & March 10, 10:00 – 12:00
Instructor: Trudy Renaud
Fee: $50
Level: Confident Beginner and up
This jacket is a favourite here at QC! Choose a sweatshirt and a stack of co-ordinating fat quarters and you’ll love the end result. It’s great to wear inside during the cold weather and wear it outside when it warms up a bit.
Big Game Hunter
Sundays, February 12 & 19, 12:00 – 3:00
Instructor: Jeannie Hopkins
Fee: $45
Level: Confident Beginner and up
This quilt finishes at 69" x 93" and is fat quarter friendly. Jeannie’s quilt is made using Northcott’s Stonehenge fabrics. We have kits available or you could choose something completely different. Make it for yourself or a nice gift.
Aunt Philly’s Toothbrush Rug
Tuesday, February 14, 1:00 – 5:00
Instructor: Sue Aylesworth
Fee: $25
Level: All are welcome
Learn how to make your own oval toothbrush rug. You can make lots of different things with this technique, including a sturdy floor mat for your kitchen or a placemat for the table.
Making Waves Runner
Saturday, February 25, 1:00 – 4:00
Instructor: Heather Northrup
Fee: $30
Level: Confident Beginner and up
Making Waves was designed by Brenda Miller/Among Brenda’s Quilts. It’s a fast and easy way to put together a contemporary table runner or a placemat.
Mitered Placemats
Thursday, March 1, 1:00 – 4:00
Instructor: Heather Northrup
Fee: $30
Level: Confident Beginner
Make a set of beautiful placemats with mitred corners. These would make a nice Mother’s Day gift or housewarming gift. Make some for yourself too!
Learn to Quilt Thursday Evenings
Thursdays, March 1 – April 12, 6:00 – 9:00
Instructor: Heather Northrup
Fee: $85 plus supplies
Level: All are welcome
Learn how to make a quilt from start to finish. You’ll learn good cutting techniques and how to sew your top together beautifully. We’ll sandwich your quilt in class and get you going on machine quilting. End off with beautiful double fold binding. You’ll be amazed at what you can do!
Accent on Angles
Saturday, March 3, 17 & 31, 1:00 – 3:00
Instructor: Trudy Renaud
Fee: $60
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
This technique is from the book Accent on Angles by Susan Purney Mark. The class is in two parts to allow for cutting and sewing in between. It’s a striking quilt and could be a wall hanging, table topper or a bed quilt.
Spiral Placemat
Monday, March 5, 10:00 – 1:00
Instructor: Sue Aylesworth
Fee: $25
Level: Confident Beginner and up
This is a quilt as you go technique and could be used as a placemat or make it a bit bigger for a table topper.
Scrappy Stripping
Monday, March 19, 6:00 – 9:00
Instructor: Sue Aylesworth
Fee: $30
Level: All are welcome
This piecing technique is just right for cleaning out your scrap basket. Add an accent colour and you’re ready to play. The variations are limited only by your imagination! Sue will show you a few ways to put your strips together and you can add some ideas of your own.