Here are the Fall Classes, grouped by category:

 Bears....
 Quilting... Skill Builders
 Machine Quilting....
 Paper Piecing....
 Wall Quilts....
 Clothing...
 Bed & Lap Quilts....
 Silk Ribbon Embroidery....
 More Christmas...
 And Finally....

We try to include something for everyone and are always open to suggestions for new classes or ways to improve existing ones. Please take a moment to review the guidelines:

Class fees are paid to the instructor and are non-refundable if we cannot find a replacement for you. A full refund is given if the class is canceled. When and if bad weather is a problem, we will try to re-schedule.

We ask that materials for the class be purchased from Quilters' Line. A 10% discount is offered on all items required or desired for the class, and kits are priced at least 10% below their full retail cost. GST is applicable to class fees.

To hold your place in the class, there is a 50% deposit required, with the balance due on the class day. Please check the descriptions of the classes to see whether you need to purchase or prepare anything beforehand.

If you cannot enroll in the class you want on the day indicated, talk to us! We can always accommodate you if you can bring other people to take the class with you, or we can add class dates in some cases. Please inquire.

We have two sewing machines here in the store and you may rent one for $5.00. Please reserve the machines when you register for a class.

Beginner Bear Making
We will make an 11" bear from high quality synthetic fur, fully jointed, and with glass eyes. These bears are not intended for very young children, but are "collector" bears. We will make our first bear by hand during two classes one week apart. There will be some sewing required at home between the two sessions.

Caution: Bearmaking is addictive.

Tues. Sept. 19 & 26 ..................... 10:00 - 3:30
Sat. Nov 11 & 18 ..........................10:00 - 3:30
 

$20.00 class fee,  plus kit ($25.00) Chrissie Nash
 

Advanced Bear Making - Mohair
This is the top end of bear making and the most rewarding. Working with the genuine mohair has some special requirements. We will make a small (approx. 8") fully jointed bear, with ultra suede paws. We will concentrate on making the head, complete with shaving techniques and expressions.

Previous Quilters' Line bear making required.

Mon. Apr. 17 ............................... 10:00 - 4:00

$20.00 class fee, plus materials  Chrissie Nash
 
 

Fur Coat Bears
In this hands-on seminar, bring your fur coat and we will discuss how and where to cut it, then show you how to line it with muslin. We will sew a body piece on the machine to get you familiar with the feel, and discuss jointing, clipping, noses, etc. Fur coat bears are very special.

Previous Quilters’ Line bearmaking required.

Sat. Oct. 21  ........................... 10:00 - 3:30
 

$20.00 class fee, and pattern Chrissie Nash

Quilting.... Skill Builders

Machine Applique
You may choose whichever Critter Pattern Works pattern you wish, since the technique is the same. It is great fun to select fabrics to represent your critters! This class allows you to play with your machine, achieve the perfect satin stitch, and work with fusibles. One day session.

We ask that you come in before the class and choose your pattern and fabrics, so that class time is spent on the techniques.

Wed. Nov.22.............................. 9:30 - 3:30

$25.00 class fee, plus pattern & materials Trudi Wiley
 

Blind Stitch Applique
Here is another machine technique that allows you to apply fabric shapes to the background - this method has the advantage of remaining soft, since there doesn’t need to be a fusible layer. We will make a four block Album-style wall quilt - use Christmas colours and it can be a seasonal affair, heritage fabrics for a authentic look, or choose any colour combination that appeals to you.

Most machines execute a blind hem stitch - please enquire if you are not sure.

Thurs. Nov. 9.......................... 9:30 - 3:30

$25.00 class fee, plus materials Trudi Wiley
 
 

Machine Quilting....

Machine Quilting I
Sheila O'Hagan knows sewing machines, and how to set up each one of them for perfect machine quilting. You will learn about the stitches and the threads in this half-day class, working on samples provided in a kit. We will work on different battings, too, so you can get a feel for what works best in your machine.

Special feet required, please enquire.

Half day,
Sat. Nov. 4....................1:15 - 4:15

$15.00 class fee, plus kit ($15.00)           Sheila O'Hagan
 

Texturing with Fancy Threads
Use decorative threads and tucking techniques to create a linen sampler full of interesting textures. Different types of pleating , tucking and couching as well as decorative stitching will embellish 9 squares, sewn together for a sampler. This class is a great way to use those specialty threads and machine feet. You can apply these methods to landscape quilts and clothing as well - transform an old jacket of make a new vest, for instance.

Mon. Nov. 6...........................10:00 - 4:00

$25.00 class fee, plus materials              Sheila O’Hagan
 
 

Paper Piecing.... (You can purchase our paper piecing kits separately, as well)

Harvest Runner (Easy)
Here is another Nancy original - this time a little table runner with an apple, pumpkin and maple leaf, all simple paper pieced blocks, surrounded by a scrap border in harvest colours. This is a cute little quilt and will add a nice seasonal touch to the table during the autumn months.
Please pick up kit in  advance to pre-wash.

Mon. Sept. 25...................... 10:00 - 4:00

$20.00 class fee, plus kit                        Nancy Edwards
 
 

Japanese Wood Block Quilt
This new line of fabrics is evocative of the 17th Century woodblocks of Japan and the artist Hiroshige. We have a lovely little wall quilt pattern which will showcase these fabrics and transport you to an Orient which you usually only see in old books.

Fri. Oct. 20.........................9:30 - 3:30

$25.00 class fee, plus kit                             Trudi Wiley
 
 

“Fat Quarter Jacket”
From the pattern of the same name, make yourself a smart jacket from 12 fat quarters in any colours that inspire you - this jacket can be worn as part of an outfit under your winter coat, or as an outdoor jacket when you  add a thin batting. Either way, you will have a distinctive article of clothing to show off. Two half days.
Please select fabrics in advance

Saturday mornings,
Oct. 14 & Nov 4...........................9:30 - 12:30

$30.00 class fee, plus pattern and materials           Sheila O’Hagan
 
 

Bed & Lap Quilts...

Heritage Sampler II - Underground Railroad
It is commonly held that plantation slaves used the symbolism of quilt blocks to silently communicate with each other. This became particularly important for escaping slaves so they would know when to be prepared to flee, what direction to take, and where they could safely stop en route. All the quilt blocks they used are traditional ones in the public domain and we have collected some of them, researched their importance, and set our quilt in a unique design of Nancy’s that highlights the importance of the North Star during a slave’s journey to freedom. The fabrics they had at their disposal were often scraps from the Mistress’s household, and for our sample we have used reproductions from the first half of the 19th Century. The entire quilt is a pieced one, using modern methods. We’ll make 2 blocks per session over 6 sessions. In the 7th session, we will add sashing and borders.

Please come in and purchase fabrics in advance.

Wednesday afternoons:
Sept. 13-  Oct 18, plus Nov. 1..........................1:00 - 4:00

$70.00 class fee, plus materials               Nancy Edwards
 

“Strippy” Quilt
Here is another opportunity to learn this quick and elegant quilt. So-called “Strippy” quilts were a favourite of the quilters mid-19th century and showcased strips of their best chintz inserted between long narrow rows of simple pieced blocks.  Because they were quick to make, many more were also sewn up in calicoes during the Civil War. They then had the unusual name of “Sanitary Quilts” as the women’s groups who made them went under the umbrella name of “Sanitation Committees”. We will make ours in heritage fabrics, but you will find the pattern very adaptable to modern fabrics as well, including Christmas, if you prefer. One day session.

Please select fabrics in advance.

Fri. Sept. 22.............................9:30 - 4:00

$25.00 class fee, plus materials              Nancy Edwards
 

 ‘Homespun Beauty’ Flannel Lap Quilt
We have a good quantity of stripes and plaids in the lovely flannels this season, and we have used a Star block to make a scrappy quilt that also lets you have an opportunity to better acquaint yourself with these linear designs - no need to match patterns - this is a homespun style quilt and quite charming.
Please select and pre wash fabrics in advance.

Two half days,
Tues. Oct 3 & 17................... 1:00 - 4:00

$25.00 class fee, plus materials               Nancy Edwards
 
 

Woodland Christmas Lap Quilt
We will use Debbie Mumm’s new Christmas panel full of her signature Santa’s and bears and add a checkerboard sashing which incorporates a friendship star - this is a rich, warm quilt that will add charm to your Christmas decor. We have put flannel on the back and this makes the quilt extra cozy. Two half days, with lots of time in between. We will offer this kitted up or let you choose your own co-ordinating fabrics.

Please pick up kit/select fabrics  in advance.

Friday mornings,
Oct 13 & Nov. 3 ..................... 9:30 - 12:30

$30.00 class fee, plus materials              Sheila O’Hagan
 
 

Silk Ribbon Embroidery...

Beginner Silk Ribbon
For those wishing to learn the gentle art of silk ribbon embroidery.  Beautiful unto itself, it is also a wonderful embellishment on crazy quilting and a fine companion to cross stitch work. It is also durable enough to embellish clothing.

Thurs. Oct. 19............................10:00 - 4:00

$20.00 class fee,  plus kit ($16.00) Carol Anne Tolton
 

Advanced Silk Ribbon - Baltimore Album Blocks
To continue on with silk ribbon work, we will be using a new publication and making 9 miniature quilt blocks in the floral Baltimore Album style. The colours in this little masterpiece could lend themselves to Christmas and make a nice addition to your decorating. Two half day classes.
Several new stitches are taught.

Tues. Nov 7 & 21..........................9:30 - 12:30

$25.00 class fee,  plus book & materials
 Carol Anne Tolton
 
 

Christmas Table Runner
Trudi has designed a little table runner with pointed ends, complete with tassels made from decorative threads to spruce up your coffee table or dining suite for the Christmas season. Pieced blocks and easy-turn quilting will make this runner quick to finish.

Thurs. Nov. 2 ................................9:30 - 3:30

$25.00 class fee, plus materials.                    Trudi Wiley
 

Crazy-pieced Tree Skirt
From Sheila’s own pattern, you can make an heirloom tree skirt with today’s gorgeous Christmas cottons. You can embroider the top stitching by hand, or if you have a machine that does fancy stitches, this can be an opportunity to use them all and experiment with glittery threads.
Two sessions, with some sewing at home in-between. Please choose fabrics in advance.

Friday afternoons,
Oct. 13 & Nov 3...........................1:15 - 4:15

$30.00 class fee,  plus pattern & materials    Sheila O’Hagan
 

Woodland Santa Placemats
Very simple, very country.  We will take a Debbie Mumm Santa panel and border it with a complementary print. These are quick to make, and Sheila will also show you a new and tidy way to put on the backing and turn them pillow case style.
Please pick up fabrics in advance and pre-wash

Half day
Sat. Oct. 14...................1:15 - 4:15

$15.00 class fee, plus materials              Sheila O’Hagan
 

William Morris  - Christmas Placemats II
The first time we had William Morris Christmas fabrics, Nancy designed a placemat pattern around them. Now that we are enjoying a second run in the Christmas colours, we thought we should continue the tradition and offer up another placemat design. Of course you may choose to make them in any fabric, for any season.
Please choose and wash fabrics in advance.

Mon. Nov 13.............1:00 - 4:00

$15.00 class fee, plus materials              Nancy Edwards
 

Christmas Attic Windows
We have some beautiful Christmas fabrics that are almost too nice to cut up and one way around this is to centre the designs in an attic window. This will be a small quilt and will feature true attic window construction but with a quick and painless method of making the mitred corners.

Please select fabrics in advance.

Wed. Nov. 15..............10:00 - 4:00

$20.00 class fee, plus materials                 Chrissie Nash
 
 

Finish-It-Class
We are happy to help you with anything you have started in any of our classes but may not have finished - the class is free but please register so we have space reserved for you.

Wed. Dec. 6.....................10:00 - 4:00

FREE, but please pre-register