Be
sure to stop by the shop, call us at 678-355-6776, or email us at info@cottontailquiltshop.com
to sign up for the following classes:
Class/Event Schedule
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down to the bottom of this page to see photos from previous classes
Paper Pieced Star Block of the Month
Sign Up soon for this beautiful new Block of the Month (BOM)
starting in November. This is a 6-month program which is
structured a bit different than a normal BOM. The monthly
fee of $22 will cover your pattern/papers and the class
fee. You can purchase the Fabric Kit (fabric shown in the
sample) for $84 or you can use your own fabric. Fabric Kit
must be pre-ordered and supplies are limited. (Fabric Kit
includes fabric for your 12 blocks but does not include
finishing kit.) If you are new to paper piecing,
you will be taught how to paper piece during this class.
Sign up soon as space is limited.
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 is the
next Paper Piecing with Friends:
No Paper Piecing with Friends in October
Thursday, November 2
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. Be
sure to bring something to "sip" on
and enjoy a day of sewing.
Thursday,
October 26
Thursday,
November 9
Be
sure to stop in or call to reserve your spot as
space is limited. Our number is 678-355-6776
Have you always wanted to learn to make a beautiful
"stained glass" wall hanging? Now you can
during this very informational class. You will learn
many tips and hints that aren't included in most
patterns or books.
Collage Class (2-Part Class)
Dates: Monday, October 30 (10-12) & November 6
(10-4)
Cost: $40
Instructors: Karen Gilbreath & Theresa Bradley
Have you seen those adorable "collage"
quilts and always wanted to make one? Now you can.
Select for a variety of patterns by Laura Heine which
can be purchased at Cottontail Quilts. Sign up soon as
space is limited.
Binding 101
Date: Wednesday, November 1 (10 - 1)
Cost: $35 (Includes Class Kit)
Instructor: Muriel Pfaff
Learn the technique of bias double-fold binding - crisp
corners, machine or hand finishes - 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.)
Beyond Beginning Quilting (4-Part Class)
*ONE SPACE REMAINING
A series of five 3-hour classes designed as the
"next step" for those who have finished
their first quilt and are eager to learn more. Brush
up on piecing skills while working on a sampler
quilt and learning techniques for making
Quarter-Square Triangles, Flying Geese, Square-In-A-
Square blocks, and more. Learn simple design and
setting techniques including sashings, straight set,
on point set, and medallion set - each student will
select their own quilt setting. Size of quilt made
in class will depend on the setting chosen. Attending
the Beginner Quilting/Piecing series or knowledge of
piecing is required.
Beginning Paper Piecing
Date: Saturday,
November 11 (10 - 4)
Cost: $40
Instructor: Lisa Showalter
Have you always wanted to learn how to make those
stunning paper pieced quilts? Now you can during
this fun Beginning Paper Piecing class. You can
select from several patterns by A Very
Special Collection (available at Cottontail
Quilts). ADDITIONAL PATTERNS AVAILABLE.
Vinyl Mesh Market Tote Bag
Date: Thursday, November 16 (12 - 3)
Cost: $25
Instructor: Lisa Showalter
Learn how to make a great Market Totes during this fun
class. These bags are perfect for everything and make
great gifts. Warning...you can't stop at one tote! You
will want to make a lot of these for friends, family
and yourself.
Mini Professional Tote (2-Part Class)
Dates: Friday, December 1 (10 - 4) and December 8 (10 -
4)
Cost: $50
Instructor: Pat Wilson
The Mini Professional Tote has 10 pockets, including a
padded free standing zipper pocket to hold your tablet.
This is a great tote filled with lots of pockets and is
perfect for everyday or travel.
Judy
(Neimeyer) "Playtime"
Date:
Saturday, December 2 (10-4)
Cost:
$15
Certified
Instructor on Hand: Carol Stanek
Have
you been working on a Judy Neimeyer pattern that you
simply need some help with? Starting a new Neimeyer
pattern and not sure where to start? Sign up soon for a
fun-filled day of working on your Judy Neimeyer
projects. The best part? You will have a certified
instructor on hand to help you if you need it. If you
don't, it's a great time to work on your project with
other people working on the same type of patterns.
Beginning Quilting/Piecing (6-Part Class)
Dates: "Plan It" - Wednesday, January
3 (10:00 - 12:00)
"Cut It" - Wednesday, January
10 (10:00 - 12:00)
"Sew It"
- Wednesday, January 17 (10:00
- 1:00)
"Square
It" - Wednesday, January 24 (10:00 -
12:00)
"Border
It" - Wednesday, January 31 (10:00 - 12:00)
"Quilt
It" - Wednesday, February 7 (10:00 -
1:00)
Cost: $100 (All Six Classes) or $25 Per Individual
Class
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.
* Feathered Star Workshop (3-Part) *NOTE
DATE CHANGE
Dates: January 11, 12 & 13 (2017) (10 - 4)
Cost: $120
Instructor: Carol Stanek (a Judy Niemeyer
Certified Instructor)
Love feathered quilts? Select one feathered star
pattern from a choice of four Judy Niemeyer
feathered star quilt patterns listed below (pattern
not included in cost of class). Previous paper
piecing experience is required. You will work on
paper piecing your units and by the end of the third
day, you will have completed the multiple units
needed to create one complete section of your
feathered star quilt, enabling you to finish the
remaining parts on your own with confidence.
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.
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updates!***
