English Paper Piecing Class: Hexies

I have scheduled my first class for 2014, Hexagon paper piecing, or English paper piecing.
This is a great beginner project and an opportunity to try something new. Maybe you will get hooked, like me.

We will be making an embellished dish towel with 2 sizes of hexie flowers.


Cost: $20, includes the dish towel and paper hexies

Time: February 10, 6-8 PM

Bring:
-cream thread (for hand sewing the hexies and the bobbin for the towel). You can use a different color for machine top stitching the hexies, if you want

-needle for hand piecing the hexies

-14  2.5" fabric squares for hexie flowers

-sewing machine, scissors, small pins

You can sign up by calling to reserve your spot (208-423-51092) or stop by the store
Your payment reserves your seat in the class

Kim Diehl Paint the Sky Class

Amy and Heather are loving Kim Diehl. This is Amy's second quilt from one of her books. And she used Kim Diehl's fabric, Walk in the Park. I remember Amy first seeing this pattern and getting really excited about the idea of making it. And she did, in one sitting at our Modern Guild's Sewing Night.

Amy is teaching another fantastic Kim Diehl Quilt class!  The Kim Diehl classes have been such a hit and many of you have requested more classes on her quilts...so here it is!  This time the quilt is called Paint the Sky and has a very traditional simplicity to it!

The class few is $30.00 and classes will be held June 8, 15, and 22 (all Saturdays) from 1-4 PM.  You can sign up for this class via our website or in the store!  The pattern book and fabric will need to be purchased prior to the first class.

Amy did such a beautiful job piecing and quilting this quilt.  You can never go wrong with a Kim Diehl pattern!  We hope to see you this summer!

Linking up to Crazy Mom Quilts. Go check out what other blogger's have been sewing this week

ADORNit Table Runner!

So over the weekend, Tara whipped up this adorable table runner.  It's from the new ADORNit Capri Pattern Book and used their new fabric line.  The book has some super cute patterns, ranging from quilts to pillows to bags in it!

This project is going to be a class so stay tuned for more information

Isn't that red crochet edge the cutest!?  Tara is just so talented and creative, were lucky to have her on out team.

ADORNit is coming to the Quilt Barn!

The Quilt Barn will be hosting a retreat workshop featuring ADORNit April 19-21. The first two days Adorn It will be teaching workshops for three amazing projects (including a ruffle pillow and a flower bag!)  The third day is for you to work on projects and enjoy sewing with your friends!

Workshops will be held in The Quilt Barn’s Hen House Retreat Center located behind The Quilt Barn in Kimberly, Idaho.  The Hen House is a newly remodeled building that includes sleeping arrangements and roomy work stations for everyone.

The cost of the workshop includes: ALL MATERIALS needed for all three projects made in the workshops.  ALL meals, snacks, and lodging for the 3 days and 2 nights of your stay.  A further list of supplies will be given at time of reservation.

Payment is due in full at time of reservation.  Reservation will not be held unless paid in full.

Cancellation is acceptable up 1 week prior to date of Retreat - 50% of payment will be refunded.

Call to Reserve Your Spot Today!

(208) 423-5092

Or Visit Our Website!

www.thequiltbarn.com

Don't hesitate to contact us for any questions or concerns!

Adornit, a unique family-owned, woman-run scrapbook and home décor manufacturing company. Carolee McMullin, founder and artist, is a talented artist and forward-thinking business woman. She is assisted by her three daughters: Georgana Hall, president of the company and product designer; Alison Lindhardt, graphic designer; and Jackie McMullin, wholesale customer manager. Together, with a team of dedicated employees, we create a variety of products for the scrapbook, home décor, fabric and gift industries. 

We are so excited to be hosting ADORNit this spring!  We can't wait to see what they teach us!

Find out more about ADORNit here!

Chevron Pillow Class

Laura is excited to teach us how to use a unique strip method to create these fresh, modern Chevron stripes! This gorgeous pillow would be a perfect addition to your couch or bed and a great Christmas gift for the person who has everything.

Date: Saturday, November 17th

Time: 1:00-5:00 pm

Where: Quilt Barn Classroom

Cost: $10 plus supplies

Supplies: TBA - you will need your Basic Sewing Kit

Old Glory Quilt Class

Spend Election Night sewing a gorgeous Flag Quilt out of Primitive Gatherings new fabric, Old Glory Gatherings while watching the elections results roll in. Bring a favorite snack to share and stay as late as you would like!

Class Fee: $10

Kit Fee: TBA - Kit required

November 6, 6:00pm - ?

Be sure to bring your Basic Sewing Kit!

You can sign up online or come in to the store and sign up in person.
Check out our other classes online here.

Beginning Quilting Class

Many of you have been asking about a Beginning Quilting Class. And a few of you have specifically said to me "seriously, a beginning class, like how to cut fabric class". This is the class for you. Its also for those of you who are slightly past the knowing how to cut fabric part.

Heather will be your teacher you lucky beginner ducks. She is the owner, a seriously experienced quilter, and the nicest person ever. You will have a blast.

Learn cutting and piecing techniques to help you start on the right track. 3 classes will provide you with the skills to complete a lap size quilt top. Ages 15 - Adult

Class: $45

Materials: $35

Tuesday afternoons in November - 11/6, 11/13, 11/20 from 4-6 pm at the Quilt Barn

Basic Sewing Kit is required, click for a list or purchase a basic sewing kit at the Quilt Barn.

You can sign up online or in person at The Quilt Barn. Space is limited so sign up early.

You can also check out our other classes online.

Sleepover Bag Class

We are teaching the ever popular Sleepover Bag by Melly and Me.

This 4 part class will result in an amazing bag that everyone will ask you about. It's the perfect carry-on size for a weekend getaway.

Instructor: Heather
Cost: $40
Supply list provided via e-mail.
Dates: Thursday afternoons in November - 1st, 8th, 15th, and 29th
Time 1-3 PM
Where: The Quilt Barn Classroom
Please purchase all supplies prior to the start of the class

Skill Level

Intermediate

Sign up early to reserve your spot for this popular class. You can register in person at The Quilt Barn or at our website

Grandma's Kitchen Applique Quilt

I begged Heather to carry some of Lori Holt's applique patterns. They are so stinkin cute. We got Grandma's Garden and Women's work.
This one above I am working on and its the Grandma's Garden pattern. I love applique and the mixer is my favorite.

I thought I should start with some of the simpler patterns to get into the groove. I used Walk in the Woods Grey Stripe and Orange Flea Market Fancy for the handles.

The canisters are Meadow Sweet (strawberries) and Flea Market Fancy Eyelet in Green

Jenele is making this one, Women's Work.  We vowed to make a few blocks a month. We will be sharing our progress.
 There are many blocks with embroidery and I am kind of new to that so fingers crossed. Ive made simple dish towels with embroidery on the corners but that's about it.

I want to start an applique group and work on these patterns with others. What do you think?

Zig Zag Quilt Class

We have a great class lined up for the first week of summer break.
Our Father's Day Snuggle Up Quilt is going to be available as a class with a few special perks.

You can choose from 5 different kit colors. See here for colors.
We will quilt your quilt with this zig zag pattern and machine bind it for you for 60$. This is a fantastic deal.

When: June 4 and 7, 1-3PM
Open for ages 13+
Cost: 10$ for the class plus kit and supplies
What you need: one kit, batting, backing, thread and a seam ripper. We will provide the sewing machine.
Reserve now to save your spot

Father's Day Apron Class

Lori came up with a great class idea, a Father's Day apron. It is a fun and simple project suitable for any sewing skill level. And not just for Father's Day either. You can make this apron for anyone, even your self.
Wouldn't it be cute with that tool fabric and a wood grain pocket? Is Dad a football fan? We also have BSU and ISU fabrics.

When: May 24 6:30-8:00
Where: The Quilt Barn Classroom.
 Cost: 10$ and includes the apron pattern. Sign up to reserve your spot
What to bring: fabric (1.5 yards of 60" wide home decor fabric for the main and 1/4 yard if wanting contrasting fabric for the pocket) for the apron, thread, scissors

Advanced Beginner Quilting Class

We have a new Quilting Class starting up May 7. We will be making a Pinwheel Sampler. This is an advanced Beginning Class.

Dates: May 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: 5-7 PM
Where: The Quilt Barn Classroom
Price: 40$
Come by the store, sign up, purchase your pattern and pick out your fabrics.
You will need to bring: pattern, fabric, thread, rotary cutter, ruler, cutting mat, general sewing kit.
You can bring your own sewing machine or try one of our Janome machines.

Class Openings

Heather has a few spots left in her Simply Charming Mini Quilts Class tomorrow evening, Thursday 6-8PM. Cost is 5$ with the purchase of the book, Simply Charming. Heather has kits available for 5$. The mini quilt pictured is from the first week and you will be working on another pattern this week. Also,

Trina's Granny Square Class is tomorrow, 6:30-8:30. I am so excited to take this class. I am hoping to learn crochet pillow case edging too. This class is 10$.

Call or come in and sign up. See you tomorrow.

Crochet Class

I am so excited about this class coming up, Crochet. I have been wanting to learn (specifically granny squares) and now I am going to learn. The wonderful Trina will be teaching this class and she made up our shop sample for the class too. I am taking it and you should take it with me. I might bring treats. Here are the details: Thursday April 19 6:30 PM cost is 10$, plus supplies what to bring: size H crochet hook and medium (worsted) weight (#4) yarn, 3 colors. Sign up to reserve your space

T-Shirt Rug

 How cute is this rug!? Heather brought this in and we all petted it and ooohed over it. She said it was 4 t-shirts and and old towel.

Heather will be teaching a class so you can make a t-shirt rug too.
 There are several dates and times to choose from (you will only need to choose one date)
April 17, 1-3
April 26, 1-3
April 2, 10-12
April 28, 1-3

Cost is 10$, ages 14+.
Bring to class: 4 t-shirts cut into 1X4" strips, a new or old bath towel, thread and a marking pen. Easy peasy.
Sign up to hold your spot.

Spring Break Classes

We have some great classes for you and your kids for Spring Break.

First up is a PJ Pants class. 
Thursday march 29, 10-12 in the Quilt Barn Classroom
Cost is 15$ and includes the elastic and cutting out of the pattern from your fabric
Please purchase your fabric and thread 3 days before the class so we can cut it out and have it ready to go. Measure from your waist to the floor and double it. This is how much fabric you will need.
We will supply the sewing machines.
Class size is limited in this popular class so sign up early

Hoop Weaving
March 28, 1:00-3:00 in The Quilt Barn Classroom
You will be weaving a small mat on a wooden hoop. Please bring approx. 20 1.5 inch strips of fabric. We will provide the hoop.
Cost 10$
image from here

There are still a few spaces left in the Beginning Knitting Class (I am taking this one. Can't wait)
March 27&29, 1-3PM
Cost is 20$ plus supplies
Under 14 with an adult.

Heather still has a few spots left for the Sleepover Bag. It starts this Saturday and goes from 1-3PM.
This is a 4 part class, Feb 25, March 3, 10, 17, 1-3PM.

Cost is 40$ plus supplies.
We all love this bag. It is the perfect carry on size and holds so much. You are going to love this bag.
Come in, sign up and have fun picking out your fabrics.

Sock Knitting Class

Judy is setting up her knitting classes and up first is socks!
Learn to knit socks on one needle.

Dates: Feb 12, March 6, 13, 27th  10-12PM
Where: The Quilt Barn classroom
Fee: 40$ plus supplies

More knitting classes (including beginner) to be announced soon.

Also, Jenele is teaching a  binding class March 17th 10-11:30. The fee is 10$. Bring in a project that needs binding to work on.

Simply Charming Mini Quilt Class

Heather is teaching  Simply Charming Mini Quilts classes from the book of the same name.
Classes will be the last Thursday of the month 6-8 PM, 12 quilts in 12 months.
You can use up your scraps or use a fat eighth pack like Heather did (several mini quilts can be made from one pack).
Each class is 5$ with the purchase of the book, Simply Charming Mini Quilts.
The fabrics shown are from the Walk in the Park line

 Amy is teaching an apron class Tuesday April 10, 1-3 PM.
 Fee will be 10$ plus supplies. The Amy apron pattern is being used.
Amy used Urban Cowgirls fabrics for this apron.

Lori is teaching an apron class as well.
This class is Saturday February 4, 11-12:30 PM.
Fee is 10$ plus supplies.
Lori will be using the Lori Apron pattern (How do I get a Tara apron pattern?).

Space is limited in these classes so pop in and sign up.

Beginning Quilting Class

Beginning Quilting Class- The 2 Charm Pack Quilt

who: ages 8-13 with an adult or 14+ solo
when: February 20+27 and March 5: 6:00-8:00
where: The Quilt Barn classroom
fee: 30$, includes the pattern

Space is limited to 5 sewers so come in and sign up early. At sign up you will receive a supplies list. You can pick your own fabrics for this project and will need to have the 2 charm packs for the first class

We will be making a crib size quilt top and learning how to quilt it on our sewing machines and bind it. Some homework may be required.