Rag Rug on a LoomLearn how to make a rag rug on a frame loom using a technique called twining and lots of scrap fabric, recycled sheets, clothes etc. These make great heavy duty-tough as nails throw rugs for anywhere in your home. Of course this is another great gift giving class for a perfect handmade Christmas. **Please note: after you attend your first RR on a Loom class you may attend all other RR on a Loom classes as an alumni at HALF PRICE - if there are empty looms available.
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Memory PillowsHold onto your memories with a comforting pillow made from a shirt from a loved one who has passed. This is a simple project that will be treasured for years. It makes a lovely gift for the loved one’s family and is perfect for hugging! Makes a thoughtful gift.
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Zippered Taco PouchTacos aren’t just for Tuesdays & once you learn how to make these cut little curved pouches, you will want to make them EVERY day of the week! You will learn how easy it is to insert a zipper and a lining so that your little “taco” will stand on it’s own. They are so cute you won’t be able to stop at just one. You will receive templates for 4 sized (in class we will be making the large size).
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Stash Buster
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Modern Sampler
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Log Cabin Cross
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Bowl CoziesThese little cozies are the best invention since the microwave! They keep your hands from burning with hot dishes like soup and from getting frost bite when eating a bowl of ice cream. Everyone should have a few in their kitchen they make great gifts too.
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Heated Neck WrapSew a heated neck wrap that is like a warm hug around your neck Learn to make your own therapeutic neck wrap heating pad with 100% cotton fabric and some rice, barley, or other grain that will contour to your body and hold heat or cold. This heated neck wrap folds into a small stack that you can tie with a ribbon making the perfect gift for a friend, family member or teacher. Are you ready to get sewing these wraps for everyone on your list?
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Kitchen BoaMake the most of every meal this unique kitchen accessories that offer stylish function for those who enjoy entertaining. kitchen boa is a stylish reinvention of the tea towel that tucks neatly around the neck for handy, clean and worry-free cooking
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Cathedral Window Demin Rag QuiltCreate fun and easy “shabby chic” projects using your repurposed denim and 5” fabric scraps. Learn to make perfect circles and combine them with charm squares to make a fun quilt, pillow or even a tote. Choose from a “rag” quilt or use your decorative stitches for a more “finished” look.
Gather your old jeans or pick from our HUGE bags of recycled denim and let's get started! |
Beginner QuiltingWhether you're renewing your love of quilting or making a quilt for the first time, we are here to guide you to success. Choose from several beginner patterns and we will help you, from the beginning with your fabric selection. You'll go step by step through the secrets for speedy and accurate cutting, piecing and even correct pressing. Learn tricks for assembling rows, adding borders and how to keep your quilt “square”. Karen's 39 years of experience, enthusiasm and expertise make this class "sew" much fun!
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All About BindingOnce and for all, learn how to make a continuous binding with perfect mitered corners every time. This class will give you the confidence to enjoy binding instead of dreading that last important finishing step. Karen will share her 30+ years of binding secrets including 1 pin binding for machine and hand applications. You will need a small quilted quilt top ready to bind. A crib or lap size is recommended, but you can even use a placemat.
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Lori Holt Sew-InIf you love Lori Holt and her fabulous quilt designs, then this Sew In is for you! Choose from any of her books, like Farm Girl Vintage 1 or 2, Spelling Bee, Vintage Christmas or Quilter's Cottage. This will be an open sew time to work on whatever project you wish from any of her books. Registration is $35 for the year, if you purchased your book (or books) from us your registration fee is WAIVED! Monthly dues are $10.
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Double Irish ChainLet’s celebrate the Irish this month with a wonderful Double Irish Chain Quilt! This is a great class for advanced beginners as this traditional quilt it is made with all strips and squares, no triangles or bias edges to deal with. You will learn a fast and efficient way of assembly that will make it your luckiest quilt yet!
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Lone StarThis stunning quilt is another popular traditional quilt pattern that has been simplified with the use of Quiltsmart pre printed fusible interfacing.
Learn how to choose just the right fabrics along with easy techniques for creating one of your own! |
Pumpkin SeedLet us show you how to make this classic quilt with NO curved piecing with Quiltsmart's clever appliqué method. You'll love this big shapes that are easy to sew and have beautiful turned edges! This quilt is yardage and FQ friendly.
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Quilt As You Go ToteLearn how to Quilt as you go on June Tailor's pre-printed batting! This batting features easy piece-by-number construction, then you can complete your tote in 17 seams! Let us show you how to add additional quilting and those decorative stitches on your machine to personalize your tote further.
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Fabric WreathLearn to make this pretty seasonal fabric wreath with some of our beautiful fabric. It looks on your table as a centerpiece or on a wall as a wreath. Make one for any and all seasons, Christmas, Fall, Halloween, Spring, St. Patty's, Valentines Day or maybe using fabric to match your decor. We will share our hints for creating this wreath, don't forget it's perfect for gift giving season.
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Upcycled / Recycled Jeans
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Art Collage QuiltsIt's one of our most popular classes. It's a blast from the past! Remember collage making from the '70's? Well, this is a creative modern twist on an old craft. Barbara will teach you how to incorporate florals and other colorful fabrics into artistic collages of animals and cultural icons. Choose from an elephant, owl, old truck, camper, deer, mermaid, rooster or giraffe, just to name a few. **Please note: after you attend your first AC class you may attend all other AC classes as an alumni at HALF PRICE - if there are seats available + all patterns and at least 4 FQs must be purchased from BMS.
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Accuquilt
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Foundation Paper Piecing for BeginnersYou can achieve perfect points by machine stitching directly onto printed foundation paper.
Let us show you easy techniques so that even the most elaborate designs, you thought were too difficult, are now as easy as sewing on a line! **Please note: after you attend your first BPP class you may attend all other BPP classes as an alumni at HALF PRICE - if there are seats available + all fabric and PP paper must be purchased at BMS |
Rope VesselsJoin Britt in this fun class and learn her method of making rope vessels. This non quilting class is something that any one who likes to sew can create so invite your non quilting friends to take the class with you. She has lots of tips and techniques to share with you in this class. These vessels make great holders for sewing notions, craft supplies or your keys. Once you make one you are sure to make more for friends and family as they make great handmade gifts. *NOTE - we do not use clothesline cord as this makes a weak and inferior end product.
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Beginner Sewing
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Beginner Sewing ApronsAprons are an excellent beginner garment to learn how to sew. You will learn how to cut fabric from a pattern, sew together and top stitch if desired for a professional finish. We will guide you through reading a pattern, selecting fabric and measuring to choose the correct size. You will also discover tips and tricks for cutting out fabric pieces, making simple fit adjustments and achieving clean seams.
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PursemakingLearn to create a purse that is all your own. Let us help you choose fabrics and a design that speaks to you, then Margi will share her secrets for a professional look! She’ll also show you how to make personalized inner pockets for your necessities. Choose from our dozens and dozens of patterns.
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Double Wedding Ring PillowThis class focuses on taking the fear out of making a Double Wedding Ring quilt, by teaching you everything you need to know, by first making ONE RING for a pillow! Let us share how we demystify and modernize the traditional way of making DWRs and you will learn how fast, fun and easy they can be. Choose to make one ring for a pillow, several for a table runner or continue making many more for a quilt!
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Fabric WeavingLearn how to make your own fabric pieces using the madweave technique. Madweave is a triaxial weave using covering a plane. These panels can then be used like a cut of fabric and turned into bags, quilts or baskets. This weave is particularly effective in highlighting dark, medium and love volume fabric while creating a three dimensional effect.
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Intro to English Paper Piecing with HexiesCreate precise shapes when you learn the EPP quilting technique, where fabric is wrapped around paper shapes. We will explore the many design possibilities of using hexagons, classic, modern and trendy. Learn how to choose your fabric, fussy cut, baste and hand sewing making a flower hexie to turn into a trivet or expand into a larger project.
**Please note: after you attend your first Intro EPP class you may attend all other Intro EPP classes as an alumni at HALF PRICE - if there are seats available + 4 FQs (or 1 yard) must be purchased at BMS. |
Quilting With Your Walking FootThis class features a comprehensive set of walking foot quilting basics that provide a solid foundation for quilting with ease, quality, and creativity. We will guide you through a series of “test drives” with your walking foot, allowing you to get acquainted with its features and set yourself up for success. The book we will be using for class includes over 60 walking foot-friendly designs including channel quilting, matchstick quilting, and quilting with decorative stitches. No previous experience quilting your own quilts necessary.
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Beginner Hand EmbroideryLove working with your hands? Give embroidery a try! In this comprehensive beginner's class, we will walk you through the basics from choosing fabrics and floss to hooping up and crafting beautiful stitches.
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Double Irish ChainWhether you are just learning to quilt or want to learn a new technique, you’ll enjoy creating the Double Irish Chain quilt with us. It might look complicated but you’ll learn strip quilting which makes it easy to create and fun to sew. This traditional quilt is perfect for any home decor depending on your personal fabric choices. Let us help you design and make this time honored heirloom quilt in either Single or Double Irish Chain style.
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