NOTES FROM THE LODGE Tuesday, December 18, 2007

So sorry that this post is late but I was determined not to post until I had a class schedule completed, and.YIPEE!!!! we have a schedule. This will also be posted on the Class Page of the web and you can pick up a hard copy at the shop. If you have a friend that does not check the web site, print her a copy or pick one up for her as well.


Valentine Table Runner---get ready to decorate and celebrate St. Valentine's Day with a bang. This fun project using "charm squares" from a packet or cut from your stash is sure to be a pleaser. This project will also show you how to use those little pieces for an easy and fast addition to your decor or for a gift.
Tuesday, Jan. 15 5:30-8:30
Gina Zdziera $25.00 Pattern
Embroidery--with the addition of a redwork club to our club schedule, this class offers basic techiques for preparing and executing a variety of stitches to make your embroidery projects perfect.
Wed., January 16 10:00-12:00
Holly Johnson $25.00 kit
Beginning Patchwork I--this class is for anyone who wishes to get better skills or decide if patchwork is their "bag". Demonstrations and discussions of basic techniques and applications will get you into the big leagues. the Quilter's Workbook required purchase for class.
Saturday, Jan. 19, Feb. 16. March 15 1:00-2:00
Barbara Bradley Free w/$26.00 book
Paper Piecing--learn easy techniques for pieicing our Block of the Month project. With the right tools, these blocks will take no time to complete.
Saturday, January 19 3:00-5:00
Kelly Fleming $25.00 pattern
Jelly Roll quilt--if you have not jumped on the Jelly Role band wagon, this is your opportunity to find out what all the fuss is about. The biggest secret to a "jelly role" is that someone else has done the cutting, this class will get you in the mood to turn these fun rolls of fabric into something quick, easy and fun.
Tuesday, Jan. 29 and Wednesday, Jan. 30 5:30-8:30
Gina Zdziera $50.00 Pattern
Beginning Applique--a basic class to learn the fundamentals of preparing and executing a needleturn project. This class is really for all levels from beginner to advanced that might want to learn a few more preparation techniques.
Thursday, Jan. 31 10:00-1:00
Barbara Bradley $30.00 kit
Charm Bag--a 2 hour project that will not only be fun, fun, fun, but fast, fast, fast. Everyone in this class will go home with a finished project and be ready to make a couple more for every outfit in the closet.
Friday, Jan. Feb. 1 5:30-8:30
Gina Zdziera $25.00 Pattern
Machine Quilting--a tried and true class but one that is a "must" for everyone. Even if you own or plan to own one of the big machines, this class will give you techniques to properly execute your machine quilted project. Whether you are sewing on a small, older machine or have one of the big new models, this class will make machine quilting easy.
Tues., Feb. 12 5:30-8:30
Barbara Bradley $25.00 kit
Flag Bargello--a great wall hanging to display from Memorial Day right through Labor Day and a fun way to use a tried and true technique. You might even want to make one for a friend.
Tuesday, Feb. 19 and Wednesday, Feb. 20 5:30-8:30
Gina Zdziera $50.00 Pattern
Intermediate Applique--you have been at this for a time, have actually finished a couple of projects but feel you would like a challenge--this class is for you. Learn more advanced techniques for preparation, tiny stems, intricate pieces, etc.
Wed., March 15 10:00-1:00
Barbara Bradley $30.00 kit
Jelly Bargelly---ever wondered how those bargello quilts come together? This fun and easy project using a jelly role will solve the mystery without having to cut all those strips--but if you have fabric that you really want to use for this lovely project, you can also cut your own.
Tues. Mar. 18 and Wed. Mar. 19 5:30-8:30
Gina Zdziera $50.00 Pattern
Needleart Mounting--a class that has been offered in the past but always a wonderful thing to know---correctly mounting your needleart projects. Whether a quilted piece, embroidery, punchneedle, crewel, etc. This class will show you the proper technique to mount your work according to the standards of the Smithsonian.
Tues., March 11 10:00-12:00
Holly Johnson $50.00 kit
Advanced Paper Piecing--you took the first class, you are enjoying your Block of the Month project and now you think you would like to tackle a more complicated pattern. This class will get you up to speed for the more intricate designs that this art has to offer.
Saturday, March 15 3:00-5:00
Kelly Fleming $25.00 pattern

We also still have that 25% off deal--don't miss out on this unexpected savings!!!!! This will run until the end of the week.

I hope that each of you is warm and happy!!!! Barbara