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Check out the Summer/Fall 2007 edition of the BellaNews!

Events, News, Notes and, More!


Basic Sewing Supplies
Sewing machine
Rotary cutter, ruler and mat
Needles
Seam ripper
Straight pins and pin cushion
Thread
Fabric scissors
Paper scissors
Thread nippers
Pencil and paper

Basic Wool Supplies
Needles
Applique pins
Fabric scissors
Paper scissors
Double stick tape

 

Technique Classes | Classes Just for Fun | Extra! | Clubs | Calendars

Hand Piecing
Join me in learning a variety of techniques for perfect hand piecing while completing this lovely sampler. Handouts and patterns included in class fee. (2 Weeks)

Joelee Furrier • $40.00
Thursday November 29,
December 6 • 1:00 - 3:00

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Rotary Cutter “How To”
Learn how to safely and accurately use your new rotary cutter. (1 Hour)

Julia Spalla • $5.00
Friday August 10 • 11:00 - 12:00
Wednesday October 3 • 1:00 - 2:00

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Basic Quiltmaking
Using today’s tools and techniques, learn short cuts and speed piecing while you complete a sampler quilt. This course considered the next step in quiltmaking education. (4 Weeks)

Joelee Furrier • $50.00
Tuesday September 4, 11, 25, October 2 • 5:30 - 7:30
Monday October 15, 22, November 5, 12 • 10:30 - 12:30

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Beginning Hand Applique
We will explore 10 different methods to achieve beautiful hand applique. (2 Weeks)

Joelee Furrier • $30.00
Tuesday August 21, 28 • 10:30 - 12:30
Thursday November 29, December 6 • 10:30 - 12:30

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Beginning Machine Applique
Machine applique is fast, easy andit can look like it was done by hand. Keith teaches the basics of Mock Hand Applique the Harriett Hargrave method. He works with you and your machine to create a simple block and practice excellent machine applique techniques. (5 Hours)

Keith Dommer • $35.00
Saturday September 8 • 10:30 • 3:30
Saturday December 1 • 10:30 • 3:30

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Intermediate Hand Applique
Refine your needleturn applique skills by learning additional techniques that will take you beyond the basics. Choose to practice the techniques with scraps or the pattern provided. (2 Weeks)

Joelee Furrier • $30.00
Thursday September 20, 27 • 10:30 - 12:30

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“It’s More Than Color”
Better fabric choices make better quilts! Learn how hue, value, intensity, pattern, scale, direction and contrast can bring life to your quilt. You will explore a variety of “hands on” color exercises and concepts. (4 Hours)

Keith Dommer • $30.00
Saturday October 27 • 12:00 • 4:00

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Borders and Bindings
Beautiful borders and bindings are the frames for our quilts. Learn to add borders that are flat, no more waves or ripples and how to cut and attach double-fold bindings. (2 Hours)

Keith Dommer • $25.00
Tuesday August 21 • 5:30 - 7:30
Tuesday October 9 • 5:30 - 7:30

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Beginning Wool
Learn the basics of this exciting return to a traditional wool craft. A great take along project, pattern includ•ed in class fee. Wool kit available at registration. (2 Hours)

Joelee Furrier • $25.00 • Kit - $15.00
Saturday September 8 • 1:00 - 3:00
Tuesday November 6 • 5:30 - 7:30

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Foundation Paper Piecing
Spice up your quilting techniques! Learn the tips and tricks to paper foundation piecing while making this HOT chili-pepper tablerunner. (3 Hours)

Beth Hawkins • $25.00
Thursday September 6 • 10:30 • 1:30
Tuesday November 13 • 5:00 - 8:00

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Hand Quilting
Learn how to do beautiful hand quilting like our grandmother’s. You will prepare your top and practice your stitches on this whole cloth piece. Kits available. (3 Hours)

Mary Beth Spiece • $30.00
Thursday September 13 • 10:30 - 1:30
Wednesday November 7 • 1:00 - 4:00

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Machine Quilting
Let me change your attitude from "Yuck" to "Yes, I can!" We will cover loads of time-honored tips and techniques for creating wonderful quilted results. Together, you can practice your way to "I did it!" (2 Weeks)

Kenci Lewis • $30.00
Thursday August 23, 30 • 10:30 - 12:30
Tuesday October 23, 30 • 5:30 - 7:30

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