Winter 2012 Classes

 

Designing Workshops

 

Arc- I- Textures

Join Kim for a fun-filled, creative class exploring
colour, value, texture, composition and decorative couching. Using the pattern and techniques by Carol Taylor in Skinny Quilts and Table Runners, you will create your own unique design, which will be suitable for a wall hanging (skinny wall quilt) or table runner. Assemble your piece with easy non-piecing collage work to create the background and combine decorative couching for fabulous results!

Prerequisite: Basic sewing and finishing skills

Thursday, March 22 and April 5

                                            6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Instructor: Kim

$48 + book

Beading Basics

Learn the fundamental stitches to attach beaded
embellishments to fabric surfaces by making a
beaded sampler. Beaded bindings will also be
covered.

Sunday, March 25                 9:00am - 4:00pm

                 

Instructor: Karen

$48 + book

 

Electric Quilt 7 – Getting Started and Drawing Basics

Spend the day learning what EQ7 will do for you.
You will learn the basics of downloading fabrics,
blocks and layouts and enable you to get your quilt
designed. Understanding the many tools will add to
the fun of drawing, colouring, editing and creating.

Saturday, March 10                9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Lois

$48 + Software

 

Painting on Fabric

Painting your own fabric is a great way to create unique fabr ic for your quilt projects. No experience is required to learn some fun and easy techniques.
Discover how to use various tools and application
methods. Take home a variety of fabric samples to
incorporate into future quilt projects.

Friday, April 27                      6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
and Saturday, April 28          9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Margie

$99 – includes paint kit
+ book required

 

Play Dates with Margo         NEW CLASS
Playing with Light

Learn to use colour and value to create dynamic
light effects in your quilts. Fabric selection and placement can be manipulated to create stunning light effects such as the look of transparency, luminosity and lustre.

Saturday, February 11            9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Margo

$48

Play Dates with Margo        NEW CLASS
Playing with Tradition

For quilters, traditional blocks are often a starting
point into the world of quilting. In this class, once
again, they act as our starting point from which
we will branch out. Expect to be challenged to
`think outside the block`as we take a look into
ways to create a contemporary spin on some
familiar "old friends".

Saturday, April 14                   9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Margo

$48

Thread Play

Play with your sewing machine as you begin to
explore free motion stitching techniques. Drop
the feed dogs, adjust tensions and learn to use a
hoop as you start thread sketching and thread
painting. The complete Thread Play program is
done on a regular sewing machine with zigzag.
How do we stop puckers from happening? Which
products to use? Get all the answers to many
questions regarding stabilization of fabric with or
without a hoop. You will also learn how to make
lace as well as other creative stitches to enhance
the texture of your work. Use a variety of stitches
to add detail and interest to thread painted
motifs. Try feathering and shading, add details to
enhance appliqué fabric pictures. Learn tips and
tricks about tension adjustments to get the
results you desire including metallic threads and
many other specialty threads. We will explore the
possibilities of bobbin drawing and couching.

Friday, January 27             6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
and Saturday and Sunday, January 28 and 29
                                          9 am - 4 pm

or Wednesday and Thursday, March 21 and 22
                                            9 am - 4 pm
and Friday, March 23           9 am – 12 noon

Instructor: Lois

$120 - kit optional, to be used for all Thread Play classes

Zentangle in Fibre

A quick and easy fusible project will leave you  wanting m o r e – guaranteed!  Explore the addictive world of Zentangle™ s as you mix and
merge bold black and white prints with your freemotion stitching.
Experiment with the decorative stitches on your
machine and feel the zen of free-motion quilting
while creating your own, one-of-a-kind
Zentangle™ Art Quilt.

Prerequisite: Basic machine quilting

Friday, March 2                     6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
and Saturday, March 3         9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Kim

$72 + book

 

 

 

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Applique Academy

 

Patchwork

English Paper Piecing

Want a portable project for the car or plane? Patti will show you how to use these precisely cut, heavy paper shapes (octagons, h e x a g o n s ,
diamonds) to hand baste fabric over. Complex patterns are a breeze with this classic and
portable hand piecing technique. You choose the size of template and design.

Saturday, February 18                  9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Patti

$48

 

Fractured Images

This is a new technique that is so much fun to make. You will see how images become more interesting and attractive. We will start by using
paper images to cut apart and rejoin. Then we
will create images made with a simple design. Having mastered t he technique, you will
create an additional design.

Sunday, February 5               9 am – 12 noon
and Sunday, February 12      9 am – 4 pm

Instructor Lois

$72 + book, kit optional containing paper images and fabric

Hollow Cubes

Uncover the mystery of the Hollow Cube. Learn simple techniques to make this complex box fun  and easy.  Apply light, medium and dark value techniques to your fabric to give each cube
dimension.

Prerequisite: Primarily Patchwork or equivalent.

Sunday, April 15 and 22               9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Patti

$96 + book

One Block Wonder

Experience this amazing project that doesn't use
a pattern. One piece of fabric does all the work.
No fussy cutting, special rulers or templates
required to cut your fabric into hexagons. Each
hexagon reveals a new design. Join Patti for this
adventurous approach to designing your own unique project.

Prerequisite: Rotary Cutting Basics and
basic sewing skills.

Wednesday, February 8 and 15        9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Patti

$96 + book

 

Sewing with Cuddle

Don`t you just love the feel of these plush fabrics? Are you afraid to work with Cuddle because you heard that it is difficult to sew with? You need
this class! Lois will guide you through the techniques and offer many tips that will make it all
very simple, easy and fun! This large quilt uses
diagonal strips and borders to create a quilt that
really invites cuddle whether you are young or
old.

Friday, February 17                       1 pm – 4 pm
and Friday, February 24                9 am – 4 pm
and Friday, March 2                       1 pm – 4 pm

Instructor: Lois

$96 – kit optional

 

Four-Patch Stacked Posies

Make this gorgeous quilt and all you have to purchase is one print. It makes all the blocks and
the borders too. Challenge yourself with a stunning diagonal setting. Sounds too easy? Join Elaine for three days of sewing fun!

Wednesday, April 6, 13 and 20     9:00am – 4:00pm

Instructor: Elaine

$138 + pattern

 

Fractured Images                             

This is a new technique that is so much fun to make. You will see how images become more
i n t e r e s t i n g a n d attractive. We will start
by using paper images to cut apart and rejoin.
Then we will create images made with a
simple design. Having mastered the technique, you will be looking for more advanced designs.

Sunday, April 3                           1:00pm - 4:00pm

and Sunday, April 10                  9:00am - 4:00pm

Instructor: Lois

$69 + book- kit optional containing paper images and fabric.

 

 

Nifty Novelties

Angel with Harp

This beautiful piece uses the stained glass appliqué
technique. Over the course of these classes, you will trace the pattern to Bond, cut out the shapes in order to create leading, and apply the fabrics to create the piece. There will be homework especially
between the second and third class. Come and join
the fun.

Tuesday, March 20, April 3 & 17           1 pm – 4 pm

Instructor: Lois

$72 + pattern

Basic Bird Making – The Wren

A good basic bird pattern. Learn all the techniques to make a variety of birds. The little 4 ½” wren has quilted wings and can be made to look very realistic , depending on the fabric chosen.

Monday, April 2, 9, and 16

                                                   6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Instructor: Karen

$72 + book

Canadian Sock Monkey

A favourite classic childhood toy made from Canadian or Original Rockford Red Heel work socks. Makes a great gift for a child, teen or adult. Each monkey has a personality all it’s own. Learn construction, assembly, tips an tricks as you make your very own unique sock Monkey!

Prerequisite: basic sewing skills

Friday, January 27                        9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Betty Ann

$48.00 pattern included

 

Decorative Stitches Pillow

Now that you have all your decorative stitches stitched out, we will begin by using them to create a pretty pillow. You might also consider using old linens or doilies to create the top.
Prerequisite: Stitch Dictionary

Thursday, February 2 and 9            1 pm – 4 pm

Instructor: Lois

$48

Diva Babies

Learn to make beautiful baby bibs for any deserving little girl. These bibs are a joy to give as well as receive. Choose one of four styles –
Anju, Belle, Clara and Dilla. All variations will be taught during class. One bib can be completed during class time and you will leave with a
good basic understanding to finish the other three styles.

Sunday, February 19                      9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Gail

$48 + pattern

 

Fabric Pottery

Shaped like pottery, but supple like fabric, each
project is a visual and tactile treat. The 'pottery' is made using a coiled corded method by machine. You will amaze your friends!

Wednesday, April 4, 11, & 25
                                                 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

 

Instructor: Karen

$72 + book

Family Tree - Memories

This is a perfect project to celebrate a precious family, special occasion or new addition! Learn the ‘Don’t Look Now’ method of triple stitch raw-edge applique, machine trapunto and unique machine quilting designs to complete your own Family Tree.
Prerequisite: Free motion quilting experience

Sunday, February 5                        1 pm - 4 pm
and Sunday February 12                9 am - 4 pm

Instructor: Kim

$72.00 + pattern

 

Needle Felted Racoon

Bring to life this charming little fellow, using
carded wools and felting needles on an upholstery
foam work surface. No two are alike! Kit contains
wools to make two racoons and two skunks.

Sunday, April 15 and 29                1 pm – 4 pm

Instructor: Karen

$87.95 – includes kit and pattern

 

Perfect Press Board

Do you have a proper and adequate pressing
station? Have you experienced the large
pressing surface in one of our classes? Join Kim
and make your own studio style pressing board.

Tuesday, January 24                 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Instructor: Kim

$16.00 + kit - optional

 

Professional Tote

This tote has all the pockets and compartments needed for today's woman. Several pockets with and without zippers creates many compartments for water bottles, magazines, cell phone, business cards, keys, pens, etc. There is room for a laptop and file folders. Also works well for airport travel, with an optional strap to place over your rolling luggage. Makes an amazing amazing 'Diaper Bag'. for the modern mom.

 

Friday, April 13                     9 am – 12 noon
and Friday, April 20              9 am – 4 pm
and Friday, April 27              9 am – 12 noon

Instructor: Betty Ann

$96 + pattern

 

Spring – Eggs-actly                NEW CLASS

Hoppy Easter! Make a cute table runner, wall hanging and a small square quilt for this special
occasion. All from just one pattern! You will learn a
quick - fuse appliqué technique that secures the raw edge with a machine blanket stitch. Only black thread is used for the blanket stitch, giving these projects a primitive look. These projects are quick and easy, and you will learn shortcuts and embellishing techniques for future projects.

Sunday, March 18                     9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Gail

$48.00 + pattern

 

Stitch Dictionary

 

Create a Stitch Dictionary and then you will be
ready to use the wonderful decorative stitches on
your machine that you admire but never use. All
too often when we think about using these
stitches, we don't have the time to play with them.
Lois will offer other classes so your dictionary will
be put to good use. This class is a prerequisite
for the Decorative Stitches Pillow.
Note: If you are registered for Heirloom Sampler,
you will not need to sign up for this class.

Thursday, January 12               6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Instructor: Lois

$26 - includes thread kit

 

Sugar Loaf Pouch

This unique boxy shape is what makes this pouch
stand out from any other. You can use this pouch for so many things. Makes an awesome gift for kids, teens and adults.

Friday, February 10                     9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Betty Ann

$56.95 includes pattern

 

Thread Jointed Needle Felted Teddy Bear

With a special barbed needle, a small bag of wool
roving and a block of foam rubber as a work surface you can bring to life a darling little 3
dimensional teddy bear about 3” or 4” tall. 'He' or
'She' will be your own little work of art.

Sunday, February 19 and 26             1 pm – 4 pm

Instructor: Karen

$48 + book

 

Quilting Connection

 

Drop Your Feed Dogs!

Still struggling with free motion quilting?
Improve your free motion quilting skills in this
workshop. You will be working through
exercises and then quilting a small wall hanging
with free motion designs and background
quilting.

Prerequisite: Machine Quilting

Sunday, March 4                            9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Patti

$48

 

Quilt Dimension

Step outside your comfort zone as you learn to
create quilting designs that will add excitement
and interest to your quilts. Explore different
threads, batting and designs. Learn how to use
the fabric itself for creative results.
Prerequisite: Machine Quilting Basics

Sunday, March 11                         9 am – 4 pm

 

Instructor: Margo

$48

 

Quilting By Degree Program

Earthly Goods is proud to present the
program that we have become famous for!

These in-depth classes provide a total of 87 hours of expert instruction in quilt making basics. These classes are also open to anyone not in the degree program.

Rotary Cutting Basics

Safety, maintenance and handling of the rotary cutter and mat are required preparation for many classes. Using a special ruler, learn to measure and cut geometric shapes and strips quickly, accurately and safely with no marking templates. Purchase our class tool kit and earn double points.

                

Saturday, January 21             9 am – 12 noon
or Friday, February 3              6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
or Tuesday, February 28        6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
or Thursday, March 8              6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Instructors: Lois / Patti

$51 - includes muslin & book

 

Applique Basics

Open the doors to graceful floral or pictorial
designs for quilts or garments. Explore several hand and machine applique methods, using a heart shape on a six-inch block.

Saturday, February 25               9 am – 4 pm
or Wednesday, March 7 and 14
                                                  6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Instructor: Karen

$48 – kit optional

 

Colour Wheel Basics 1
The Three Dimensions of Colour

Explore the concepts of hue, value and intensity. Learn colour names, positions on the colour wheel and how tints, tones and shades are used to create value and intensity. Use paper and fabric to fill in worksheets.

Prerequisite: Rotary Cutting Basics

Saturday, January 28                    9 am – 4 pm
or Sunday, March 11                     9 am – 4 pm

Instructors: Margie/Margo

$95 – includes colour wheel kit

Colour Wheel Basics 2
A Spin on the Colour Wheel

Use the colour wheel as a tool for making
harmonious colour choices based on scientific
principles. Study eighteen different colour
schemes, as well as colour temperature and
strength.

Prerequisite: Colour Wheel Basics 1

Sunday, January 29                      9 am – 4 pm
or Sunday, March 18                     9 am – 4 pm

Instructors: Margie/Margo

$49

Colour Wheel Basics 3
Colour in Context

Colours change depending on what is around
them. Learn to shift hue, value, intensity and
temperature. Instantly expand your fabric
collection as you use one fabric in different ways.
Prerequisite: Colour Wheel Basics 2

Saturday, February 25                   9 am – 4 pm
or Sunday, March 25                      9 am – 4 pm

Instructors: Margie/Margo

$49

Colour Wheel Basics 4
The Printed Surface

Understanding how design is created and the vocabulary of visual texture gives further control of theme and mood. Define focal, support, background and accent fabrics as you learn another way to choose wonderful colour schemes.

Prerequisite: Colour Wheel Basics 3

Sunday, February 26                      9 am – 4 pm
or Sunday, April 1                           9 am – 4 pm

Instructors: Margie/Margo

$49

 

Foundation Piecing

Adorn your home by making a seasonal
placemat while learning the technique of paper piecing. Sew fabric on the lines to create accurate and intricate patchwork. You will want to rush home to make more placemats as well as the matching tablerunner.

Sunday, January 22                      9 am – 4 pm
or Wednesday, March 14              9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Lois

$48 + pattern, kit optional

 

Hand Quilting

Find the secret to enjoying this timeless craft. Mark and baste a cushion cover. Use special tools and the “rocking” stitch to form graceful lines of running stitches to create an elegant whitework design.

Saturday, February 4                   9 am – 4 pm
or Thursday, April 12 and 19
                                                   6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

 

Instructor: Robyn

$49 – kit optional

 

Machine Quilting

Use your sewing machine with special
attachments to create quilting designs on samples.  Discover techniques that make using your walking foot and darning foot easy and fun!

Saturday, February 11                   9 am – 4 pm
or Friday, March 16                        9 am – 4 pm

Instructors: Betty Ann/Kim

$75.40 – includes kit

Primarily Patch Work
Block Basics

This sampler-style quilt top is an excellent course
for the beginning quilter or those wanting to
update their quilting skills. Use the rotary cutter
to practice accurate cutting, practice sewing a
perfect ¼” seam allowance, and develop proper
pressing techniques. You will receive guidance
from your instructor to build skills and to gain
confidence in making your quilt blocks.
Some homework is required. Instructions
included to complete 12 blocks.
Prerequisite: Rotary Cutting Basics

Tuesday, March 6, 13, 20, and 27
                                                 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
or Saturday and Sunday, February 4 and 5
                                                 9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Kathy

$98 – kit optional

Primarily Patch Work
Quilt Construction

 

Learn how to accurately square up your quilt
blocks and how to add sashing and borders
without puckers. Choose from a straight set, or
diagonal set. Take on the challenge of mitered
corners! Batting types for your particular project
will be discussed. You will complete the course
with your quilt being basted and ready for
quilting. (Applies to six block quilts only.)
Some homework will be required.
Prerequisite: Primarily Patch Work Block
Basics and at least 6 completed 12” Blocks

Tuesday, April 3, 10, 17, and 24
                                          6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
or Saturday and Sunday, March 3 and 4
                                         9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Kathy

$97

 

Quilt Binding

Well-finished edges give a polished look to quilts and hangings. Learn the mysteries of mitered corners on samples: narrow and wide and odd angles.

Wednesday, February 16                9 am – 4 pm
or Saturday, March 31                     9 am – 4 pm

Instructors: Elaine/Lois

$62 – includes kit

Quilt Labels, etc.

Documentation of your quilt is so important to future generations and may increase the value of your work! Learn how to make a bound label with text using a permanent fabric marker, embellished with rubber stamping and photo transfer, and explore various computer generated label techniques. Learn about care and storage of our finished heirlooms, as well as hanging and display methods.

Saturday, April 21                           9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Kim

$49 – kit optional

 

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Master Quilter Classes

Required classes have been planned to expand on technical and design knowledge. These classes total 48 hours of instruction. They may be taken in any sequence. Master Quilters Program Optional Classes allow further development in areas of personal interest. These are marked with a and will total 52 hours of instruction. Upon completion of these classes, a certificate and an increase in the birthday bonus to 25% (personal use only) will be awarded. All of
these classes are also open to anyone not
taking the Master Quilter Program as long as
the prerequisites are met. 

 

Colour Wheel Basics 5

Magical Illusions

Explore exciting concepts of depth, distance weight and many kinds of light using cut and
paste samples and magazine illustrations to fill in worksheets.

Prerequisite: Colour Wheel Basics 4

Sunday, April 29                     9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Margo

$49

 

Colour Wheel Basics 6

Dream a Theme

Colour has powerful symbolic and emotional
meaning. Learn to use this when planning our work. Use accumulated knowledge of Colour, print, illusions and mood to create a theme.
Prerequisite: Colour Wheel Basics 5

Sunday, May 6                         9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Margie

$49

 

Design Fun-damentals

Learn the universal principles of good design and
how to apply them to original quilts or wall
hangings. This information packed course allows
time for notes, sketches, and cut and paste
exercises. In the last session, begin your own
work with fabric.

Classes must be taken in sequence.

1/Line and Shape
   Saturday,  March 10                9:00am – 4:00pm

2/Form, Texture, Space

    Saturday, March 17                9:00am - 4:00pm

3/Pattern,Balance, Contrast, Emphasis

    Saturday, March 24                 9:00am - 4:00pm

4/Movement, Rhythm, Unity

    Saturday, March 31                 9:00am – 4:00pm

5/Design Play
     Saturday,  April 14                 9:00am – 4:00pm

Instructor: Margie

$48 per day + $22.00 starter kit

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Blocks of the Month

Heirloom Sampler Continues...
from 2011

The adventure continues...

Monday, January 16, February 27, March 19,
April 16                                        1 pm – 4 pm

Heirloom Sampler Evenings      NEW CLASS

This class will be a great way to learn many new
techniques while creating a beautiful one of a kind quilt that will impress family and friends. At last you will have a wonderful opportunity to use the decorative stitches on your machine. You will learn how to sew with double, triple and wing needles.
Techniques will include lace shaping, faggoting,
fabric manipulation, puffing, circular sewing, making your own lace, pintucks, chain stitching, tea dying, etc. During the first month we will create a stitch dictionary which will make choosing the best decorative stitch or combination of decorative stitches. If you have old doilies, handkerchiefs, or linen this will be a good time to make a new home for them!

Thursday, January 26, February 23, March 29,
April 26, May 31, June 28, July 26, August 30,
September 28, October 25, November 29,
December 27, 2012

                                              6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Instructor: Lois

$288

 

Lollypop Trees Block of the Month
Primer Class                                  NEW CLASS

Start your Lollypop Tree Adventure with a one day
class. This class will provide you with the skills
and techniques to make your Lollypop Trees fun
and easy! Dazzle your friends, as this project
looks much more complex than it is! In class we
will cover pattern preparation, fabric choices and
three easy and popular methods of applique.
Students will be working on a mini quilt block,
suitable for framing.
Kits will be available to purchase for Lollypop Trees once a month. Two blocks each month.

Prerequisite: Applique Basics is recommended
for those new to hand work

Sunday, January 22                  9 am – 4 pm
or Saturday, March 17               9 am – 4 pm

 

Instructor: Kathy

$48.00 + pattern, kit optional