Classes

All classes must be paid for at time of registration. You will receive an emailed receipt that you must bring with you to class.
You may cancel up to February 13 to receive a full refund. After February 13 classes are non-refundable.
To Register Call: 1-800-443-5800 or Register On-line:

Room 1	Room 2	Room 3	Room 4	Demo Stage
	9:00-10:00 Unlocking Your Creativity (Templates are the Key!)	9:00-11:00 Intro to Quilting	9:00-11:00 Nautilus Sampler Series
11:15-1:15 Voyager Basics	10:30-11:30 What a Deal Purse Trunk Show	11:30-1:30 Paper Pieced Table Runner	11:30-1:30 Not Your Grandmother's Feathers	11:00 Thinking About Robotics
1:30-2:30 Pantographs/Templates	1:00-2:00 Taking the Mystery Out of Tension		2:00-4:00 "12 Step Color Wheel"	2:15 Accuquilt Applique
	2:15-3:15 So you think your machine is out of time	3:00-4:00 Beginning Hand Quilting

	Taking the Mystery Out of Tension Instructor: Mike Gilomen Time: 1:00-2:00 Location: Room 2 Description: An overview of adjusting tension and understanding why balanced tension in the fabric when sewing does not mean the tension on the top and bobbin threads are the same. In fact you will learn the top thread is actually 10 times that of the bobbin tension when the sewn results are balanced. A complete demonstration of using the TOWA bobbin case gauge and a Top Tension Gauge will be used, although I will be showing how to do without such tools as well. I will cover thread control as well as different ways to tension thread. If you want to be a thread artist this is especially a class not to miss. Class Fee: $20.00 Supplies Needed: None
	So You Think Your Machine is Out of Time Instructor: Mike Gilomen Time: 2:15-3:15 Location: Room 2 Description: A class on the mechanics of a Quilting Machine and just what is “Timing”. The fact your machine is breaking thread or Skipping stitches may not always mean it is “Out of Time”. Learn to look at the timing to verify the need and just how to remedy and correct timing issues. This class will help anyone machine quilting regardless of the brand you use. Class Fee: $20.00 Supplies Needed: None
	Thinking About Robotics Instructor: Mike Gilomen Time: 11:00 (1 hour) Location: Lecture (no registration needed) Description: This lecture will offer a comparison of Robotics Systems on the market from the earliest of PC Quilters at the lowest cost to the most expensive at cost comparing more like a home in the Quarter million mark. No scare tactic there but the field is wide open. Robotics are affordable on most any budget. I simply want to share and compare systems available both New and Used. If your thinking about Robotics DO NOT MISS THIS CLASS. Free Demo
	Longarm Machine Maintenance Instructor: Doug Tuntland Time: 10:30-12:30 Location: Room 2 Description: Maintaining your longarm quilting machine. Class Fee: $20.00 Supplies Needed: None
	Intro to Quilting Class Instructor: Julia Podany-Samolyk Time: 9:00-11:00 Location: Room 3 Description: Learn quilting basics along with piecing. You will be making a simple block with borders and binding. You will learn a basic nine patch and half square triangles. Templates for piecing will be provided. Batting will be provided. Beginners CD and patterns included. Class Fee: $30 Supplies Needed: Rotary Cutter medium, 12" cutting mat, Good sewing scissors, Glass head pins, Grid Quilting/craft ruler 14" +, 1 yard fabric for back & binding, Minimum 3 Fat Quarter Fabrics, Dritz water soluble marker, Thread and sewing machine needles. Portable Sewing Machine,*Knowledge of your sewing machine is essential.
	Accuquilt Applique Instructor: Sheryl Schowchert Time: 2:15 Location: Demo Stage Description: Fast, fun die cut projects. This is a lecture and trunk show on a variety of ways to have fun and save time with the Accuquilt GO! die cutting system. Learn different ways to incorporate die cut piecing and applique shapes into your quilting projects. Free Demo
	What a Deal Purse Card Trunk Show Instructor: Elayne West Time: 10:30-11:30 Location: Room 5 Description: This is a trunk show and lecture on purses and totes. You can make hundreds of purses from the "What a Deal Purse Cards" pattern. Elayne starts with a trunk show of dozens of purses for inspiration. Then you will see construction demonstrations and learn tips and techniques for creating your own unique purses. You'll also see lots of stash busting and "go green" ideas! Class Fee: $10 Supplies Needed: None
	Voyager Basics Instructor: Heidi Roesselet Time: 11:15-1:15 Location: Room 1 Description: An interactive lecture with answers to most commonly asked Voyager and Stretch Frame questions covering the following: Loading a quilt on the frame Setting up the machine correctly Starting and stopping your stitches, keeping length constant Adjusting Upper and Lower thread tension Troubleshooting tension and stitching issues Basic machine repair Using Voyager accessories Class Fee: $30.00 Supplies Needed: None
	Pantographs/Templates Instructor: Anne Books Time: 1:30-2:30 Location: Room 1 Description: Designing with shape templates, using grooved template boards and following pantograph designs with a laserpointer. This is a great opportunity to learn about new tools, and get your quilting questions answered. Class Fee: $25.00 Supplies Needed: None
	Beginning Hand Quilting Instructor: Anne Books Time: 3:00-4:00 Location: Room 3 Class Fee: $15.00 Supplies Needed: None
	Unlocking Your Creativity (The Key is Templates) Instructor: Devlin Simons Time: 9:00-10:00 Location: Room 2 Description: Would you like a quilting pattern that fits your quilt? Have you ever wished a quilting pattern reflected your personality? Would you like to create a design that is Unique to YOU? Well now you can. Join Devlin as he shows you how to move templates to create stunning designs that look complicated but are in reality the simplest of shapes. He will teach you four techniques for moving templates. You will learn how to transfer these designs to your quilt or any project you may have. Join me in learning how to release the creativity that is within all of us. Class Fee: $20.00 Supplies Needed: None
	Nautilus Sampler Series Instructor: Sheri Wood Time: 9:00-11:00 Location: Room 4 Description: Come to this sampler class and learn how to use the Nautilus Tools to design a sampler that you can quilt by hand, on the domestic machine or any quilting machine. We will use the Feather and Baby Long Tails Tools and draw borders, corners, blocks and flourishes that you can mix or match to make you own sampler. Bring along your Nautilus tools, or use mine during class. This class will be a great way to become more familiar with how versatile these tools can be. Class Fee: $45.00 Supplies Needed: None
	Not Your Grandmother’s Feathers – Drawing/Design Class Instructor: Sheri Wood Time: 11:30-1:30 Location: Room 4 Description: Learn how to decorate any baseline or spline with a variety of feathers- from traditional to contemporary, we will see and draw at least 20n different designs that help you personalize any quilt. I’ll show you how to stitch this wide variety of designs, and show you samples of designs already quilted. For any skill level, and hand or machine quilters. Class Fee: $45.00 Supplies Needed: None
	12 Step Color Wheel – Hands on Dyeing class Instructor: Sheri Wood Time: 2:00-4:00 Location: Room 4 Description: Here is a great class for anyone wanting to get started mixing colors and dyeing their own fabrics. We will start with 3 primary colors and dye 12 colors all around the color wheel. Each person will leave with 5 inch squares of dyed fabrics to rinse later. I will supply all the necessary fabrics, chemicals and equipment. Bring some old clothes or an apron to wear and your sense of adventure as we explore the world of color and texture! Class Fee: $30.00 $20 Supply Fee: includes all fabrics, dyes, chemicals, safety equipment and supplies needed for class; plus take home kit for rinsing with directions, gloves and Synthrapol. Handout included with complete directions and supply sources. Project ideas using the 5 inch squares dyed during class included in handout materials Extra fabrics and supplies available to purchase during class so you can make larger pieces of colors you like as time allows.
	Paper Pieced Table Runner Instructor: Patty Clayton Time: 11:30-1:30 Location: Room 3 Description: This is a fun, quick and easy original designed paper pieced table runner. Be one of the first to try this pattern before it hits the market. I will show you how to use my paper pieced method that will make you a Paper Pieced LOVER. Geared for the beginner to advanced paper pieced enthusiast. Finished size is 49" x 26". If you buy the pre-cut kit, you should get at least half of the runner finished during class. Class Fee: $45.00 includes pattern and copies Kit Fee: $20 (kits have different color batiks than the sample shown.) Or bring yardage (1/2 yard cuts of 4 different fabrics) Supplies Needed: Rotary cutter, mat, scissors, ruler, pencil, pins, mini iron (if you have one) and your sewing machine if you wish. (We will have machines available to use.)