Please be
advised that we are open our normal business hours which are
Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. We will
continue to adhere to the strict CDC guidelines to keep you and
our staff safe from Covid19. Some of our staff and many of our
customers have compromised immune systems, we ask that everyone
wear a mask while in the shop.
We are still offering
curbside but if you want to come in, please know the shop is
disinfected as everyone leaves and throughout the day for the
safety of our staff and our customers. If you need a mask, we
are selling them for only $3.00.
To stay in compliance with
Governor Kemp's Guidelines we are taking the following
precautions:
You are required to wear masks while in our shop.
If you do not have a mask, we are selling them for only $5.00.
You are
required to be at least 6 feet apart from anyone in the shop at
all times. You can put your fabric on the counter, step back and
we will cut it for you. This has worked well for everyone.
We disinfect
throughout the day to keep everyone as safe as possible.
We are still
offering curb-side delivery for your convenience if you are not
comfortable coming into the shop. You may call us at
678-355-6776 and let us know what you need, provide us with your
credit card information and we will deliver your purchase to the
curb by your car.
If you want to
come into the shop, know we are constantly disinfecting
everything to the best of our ability. For everyone's safety and
well being, we are monitoring our own health before coming to
work and would appreciate everyone doing the same before coming
into the shop
Thanks for your understanding and patience in these trying times.
This too shall pass and things will get back to normal. Be sure to
help your friends and neighbors.
Robin Jones
and The Ladies of Cottontail Quilts
Paper Piecing with Friends
Looking for a great place to sit and
work on your paper piecing project with
others who love the technique? Look no
further because we have the place for
you! Here is how easy it is:
Reserve your spot
Bring your favorite paper piecing
project (one you are currently working
on or start a new one)
The cost is only $5 to reserve your
spot. (This is not an instructor lead
class but we have ladies available who
have been paper piecing for years. It's
a great place to have fun and get some
paper piecing tips from others.) The
Paper Piecing with Friends events start
at 10:00 a.m. and goes until 4:00 p.m.
Here are the dates for the next Paper
Piecing with Friends events:
Thursday, July 23
Thursday, August 20
Call the shop at 678-355-6776 or stop in
soon to reserve your spot. This class
fills up fast so sign up soon.
Sip & Sew Events
Be sure to sign up soon for our next Sip
& Sew event (see below). Sip & Sew runs
from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The cost is
$5.00. Bring something to "sip" on and
enjoy a day of sewing.
Thursday, July 9
Thursday, August 6
Be sure to stop in or call to reserve
your spot as space is limited. Our
number is 678-355-6776.
CLASSES
Romulus Charm School *NEW
CLASS
Date: Friday, July 10 (10:00 - 12:30 pm)
Instructor: Muriel Pfaff
Cost: $30
You’ll be "charmed" I’m sure, with all
the things you can do with Charm Packs!
Made from Charm squares, this fabulous
quilt can be made in your choice of
sizes. It’s fun, it’s easy, and it’s a
‘two-fer” (use the leftovers to make
another whole quilt next month) Two
quilts for the work of one!
Scalloped Edges
Date: Friday, July 17 (1:00 - 4:00 pm)
Instructor: Muriel Pfaff
Cost: $35
Discover how easy it is to make perfect
scalloped edges. You will work on a
placemat in class to learn the technique
which can then be applied to clothing,
pillows, table runners, etc.
Special instructions will be given for
applying the technique to perfect
scalloped edges on quilts.
Choose Your Adventure - Wedge Star *
NEW CLASS
Date: Tuesday, July 21 (10:00 - 1:00)
Cost: $35
Instructor: Muriel Pfaff
A fun new class where you’ll learn lots
of new ways to use rulers to create
unique borders that can be used to
design your own quilts! Each month will
focus on a different ruler. The majority
of rulers will be Studio 180 Design
rulers, but others may be included
occasionally. Start with the ruler
basics and then advance to lots of new
and creative ideas for designing borders
for your own quilt project. You will
learn a lot of quilt design math and
tips along the way! Class time will be
spent practicing techniques with the
rulers. After class, students will
design a unique border for their own
quilt. Size, style and design of each
quilt will be different – quilt pictured
is just an example. Take your quilting
to a new level with this unique class!
The first class will focus on the new
Wedge Star Ruler from Studio 180
Designs. This is the perfect tool for
creating kaleidoscope blocks!
"Jack" Collage Class *NEW
DATE
Dates: Tuesday, Aug. 4 (3:00 - 4:30 pm)
and Saturday, Aug. 9 (1:00 - 4:30)
Instructor: Nancy Hutchison
Cost: $60
Interested in learning how to make those
beautiful "collage" quilts? Sign up soon
and you can learn fun and useful
techniques to make "Jack". Watch
out...once you make one you will want to
make more.
Hand Applique *
NEW CLASS
Date: Friday, August 7 (1:30 - 4:30)
Cost: $35
Instructor: Muriel Pfaff
Learn the basic techniques of
needle-turn applique along with the
importance of using the correct needles
and thread. Perfect for beginners or
those trying to improve their technique.
Wool Applique*NEW
CLASS
Date: Wednesday, August 12 (1:30 - 4:30)
Cost: $35
Instructor: Muriel Pfaff
Learn to create exquisite stitcheries
with wool hand applique. Work on a kit
of your choice or make a small needle
case from the pattern provided in
class. Class will include step-by-step
instructions to help you start, stitch,
and finish your wool projects.
Beginning Quilting/Piecing (6-Part
Class)*NEW
CLASS
Dates: "Plan It" - Wednesday, August 12
(10:00 - 12:00)
"Cut It" - Wednesday, August 19 (10:00 -
12:00)
"Sew It" - Wednesday, August 26 (10:00 -
1:00)
"Square It" - Wednesday, September 2
(10:00 - 12:00)
"Border It" - Wednesday, September 9
(10:00 - 12:00)
"Quilt It" - Wednesday, September 16
(10:00 - 12:00)
Cost: $140 (All Six Classes)
Instructor: Muriel Pfaff
A comprehensive machine piecing/quilting
class geared to beginners and those
wishing to improve their
piecing/quilting skills. Students may
select individual classes if they only
need to practice certain skills, or take
the entire series. Everyone that takes
the series will end up with an
attractive lap-size quilt (approximately
48" X 66"). The series does not include
a binding class which is scheduled for
September 23.
Remus Charm School * NEW
CLASS
Date: Friday, August 14 (10:00 - 12:30)
Cost: $30
Instructor: Muriel Pfaff
You’ll be "charmed" I’m sure, with all
the things you can do with Charm Packs!
Make this fabulous quilt in your choice
of sizes. It’s fun, it’s easy, and
it’s a ‘two-fer” (use the leftovers to
make another whole quilt) Two quilts for
the work of one! And no Charm School
would be complete without a few
Southern-style etiquette lessons thrown
in. Old-fashioned ‘charming’ fun!
Choose Your Adventure - Tucker Trimmer *
NEW CLASS
Date: Tuesday, August 18 (10:00 - 1:00)
Cost: $35
Instructor: Muriel Pfaff
A fun new class where you’ll learn lots
of new ways to use rulers to create
unique borders that can be used to
design your own quilts! Each month will
focus on a different ruler. The majority
of rulers will be Studio 180 Design
rulers, but others may be included
occasionally. Start with the ruler
basics and then advance to lots of new
and creative ideas for designing borders
for your own quilt project. You will
learn a lot of quilt design math and
tips along the way! Class time will be
spent practicing techniques with the
rulers. After class, students will
design a unique border for their own
quilt. Size, style and design of each
quilt will be different. Take your
quilting to a new level with this unique
class! The class will focus on the
Tucker Trimmer Ruler from Studio 180
Designs. This is the perfect tool for
creating perfect Half Square Triangles!
Birthstone Series Block of the Month
(Blocks June & July)
Dates (Session #3): Saturday, August 22
(10-3), September 26 (10-3)
Cost: $37.50
Instructor: Carol Stanek, Certified Gem
Affiliate
We are excited to be offering the
Birthstone Series Block of the Month by
MJ Kinman, Textile Artist. Each month
you will pick up your pattern and fabric
bundle and begin making a stunning 17”
birthstone block in class. These
birthstone blocks are NOT traditional
paper piecing, it’s a freezer paper
technique developed by MJ Kinman. The
January class will teach you the basic
techniques needed to create the blocks
and the following two months will cover
differences in that particular month’s
pattern. This is a confident beginner
quilt class.
Dates: Thursday, September 10 through
Saturday, September 12 (9:30 am to 4:00
pm daily)
Cost: $110
Instructor: Carol Stanek, Certified
Instructor for Judy Niemeyer Quilting
If you have started or want to start a
Judy Niemeyer project but just need some
help and direction so you can make
progress on your project, this is the
Retreat for you. You will have three (3)
full days of sewing while Carol is on
hand every day to assist you with your
project(s). Students will have a 4’
table for their project
work-space. Ironing and cutting stations
are available, however we would
recommend bringing a class size iron and
ironing station so you have easy access
to ironing. Students will receive a
Welcome Goodie Bag, and there will be
games and door prizes too throughout the
Retreat! Lunch will be provided Thursday
and Friday, along with beverages and
snacks. Saturday lunch is on your own.
Choose Your Adventure - Square Squared *
NEW CLASS
Date: Tuesday, September 15 (10:00 -
1:00)
Cost: $35
Instructor: Muriel Pfaff
A fun new class where you’ll learn lots
of new ways to use rulers to create
unique borders that can be used to
design your own quilts! Each month will
focus on a different ruler. The majority
of rulers will be Studio 180 Design
rulers, but others may be included
occasionally. Start with the ruler
basics and then advance to lots of new
and creative ideas for designing borders
for your own quilt project. You will
learn a lot of quilt design math and
tips along the way! Class time will be
spent practicing techniques with the
rulers. After class, students will
design a unique border for their own
quilt. Size, style and design of each
quilt will be different. Take your
quilting to a new level with this unique
class! The class will focus on the
Square Squared Ruler from Studio 180
Designs. This is the perfect tool for
creating perfect Square in a Square
blocks!
Binding 101 *
NEW CLASS
Date: Wednesday, September 23 (10 - 1)
Cost: $35
Instructor: Muriel Pfaff
Learn the technique of bias double-fold
binding with crisp corners and machine
or hand finishes, all while making a
cute "Three Pocket Purse". Class will
also include a discussion of other
binding techniques such as mock bindings
and "pillow turn" bindings. Rather than
working on a quilt, students will work
on attaching bias binding to an 18"
square of pre-quilted fabric. This will
ensure that everyone completes turning
four corners and finishes off the
ends. (Kit fabric may vary from photo
below.)
Note:
All classes are non-refundable if cancelled within two weeks of the
class date. Classes noted with an asterisk
(*) are
non-refundable after sign-up.
***Watch our Website and future
E-Blasts for more class updates!***
