We are so happy to be displaying once again an awesome array of quilts and classes. We have something for everyone, whether you are just starting out as a beginner or are a veteran quilter. Please take the time to visit our shop as the quilts are stunning and best viewed up close. Congratulations to our fabulous teacher Barbara Khan for winning several Ribbons including Best of Show at the Brownstone Quilt guilds 2011 quilt show. Did you manage to get to the show this year? We were vendors this year and had a great time meeting new and old friends.
As the weather gets colder I am trying to find some time to get back to complete some personal sewing. I took BethanyÕs simple clothing class and now have a beautiful dress to show. Why not take a class and join us? Bernina keeps enticing us with wonderful machines so it is easy. Have you seen the new 580E? it is a beauty and oh so simple to operate. Stop in and check out the many lines of machines that we have. Financing is available year round so that you can take home your dream machine. Don't you deserve it?
Wishing you and your family Happy Holidays and a safe and healthy 2012.
Lorraine, Selena and the Happy Quilter Staff.
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"Star of Bethlehem" by Laundry Basket Quilts is a beautiful, traditional pattern that will be something to treasure. Strip pieced diamonds and simple paper piecing are some of the techniques used to create this "star" to display in your own home.
Level: Intermediate
Create your own Tuscan villa and learn the basics of machine applique. The quilt is the perfect size for a wall hanging and will greet your guests with warmth and grace. Level: Strong Beginner
Create a dramatic circle or medallion quilt by paper piecing with your favorite colors or just shades of two fabrics. It is composed of 5 rings and 1 center section which makes it very easy to put together. Level: Strong Beginner
This beautiful quilt, designed by Edyta Sitar of "Laundry Basket Quilts" consists of Baltimore albumblocks with a "folk art" flair. Techniques for both hand and machine applique will be demonstrated in class. Level: Strong Beginner
Is it true? Birds of a feather flock together! The adorable birds on this quilt are so unique and the secret is in the machine applique. It's done using your embroidery unit. Once you make one block you will be flying through the rest of this happy quilt. Level: Strong Beginner
It's time to play! Make the quilt that excites you. We will start by constructing parts and then plan how to present them in a quilt that expresses your style! Level: Strong Beginner
The blocks in this quilt are 3-dimensional and are made by folding and layering the fabric. This technique gives a very different look to commonly used blocks. The blocks range from "easy" to "wow!" . No special tools are required to make these gems. Great for a simple gift! Level: Strong Beginner
Here is a marvelous way to use "charm" squares or scraps you have been saving. This one-day class will show you how to make this simple, fun and striking quilt. Use your creative energy to build your own "brick" quilt! Level: All levels
Use up your leftover batting and 2 1/2" strips to creat this colorful floor rug. If you prefer, Hoffman Bali Pops (used in the sample) are perfect for this project! Level: All levels
We're starting this block-of-the-month in January so that you have time to complete this adorable quilt by Christmas! We will work on one applique and 3 pieced blocks each month. The final step will be the embellishing which will also be taught in class. Create your own Christmas heirloom and join us in the fun.
Instructor: Selena Griffin
Class Fee: $60.00
Tues.--Jan. 3, Feb. 21, Mar. 6, Apr. 3, May 1, Jun. 5, Jul. 10, Aug. 7, Sept. 11, Oct. 2, Nov. 6,Dec. 4
6:30pm-8:30pm
Sat.--Jan. 14, Feb. 11, Mar. 3, Apr. 14, May 12, Jun. 9, Jul. 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8
This class will teach you all the basics of this exciting technique. Using hand-dyed floss and a punch needle, you can create wonderful designs which can be used in many different ways. This is a wonderful cross-over for those looking to combine hand stitching and quilting. Level: All levels
Lorraine graciously offered to model this very cute raincoat. This trendy coat has a wide collar, angled-lapel fronts, is easy to construct and looks wonderful in our laminate fabrics. Level: Strong Beginner
Organize your quilting tools in this easy-to-make storage box. The box has outside pockets to store your notions, and handles to make it easy to carry. As you can see in the photo, the box is large enough to store books and patterns, too! Level: All levels
Have a top that you would like to quilt but don't know where to start? This class will address how to prepare your quilt for quilting, stitching with your walking foot, and some basic free-motion techniques!
This simple purse will have you stepping out in style and it is so easy to make. Create with several interior pockets and enhanced with mini bow, this handbag is functional and fashionable, too! Level: All levels
Come applique with friends. Different techniques will be shared. You can work on any applique project but this session will be centered around "Cleo's Designs". You have the choice of several different flowers. The sample shown is "Hydrangeas". Come into the shop to see your choice. This quilt is machine appliqued.
Space is limited, please register early! Level: All levels
Please join us in our monthly session for making pillowcases for "ConKerr Cancer". The pattern is free and you will receive a discount on fabric purchasesd that day to use on the pillowcases.
Join us for our monthly BERNINA Club where we will show you a video presentation of new techniques and ideas for using your BERNINA machine. We will have handouts and machines set up for you to try out the techniques presented in the session.
The club is free to everyone who attends and you will receive a 10% discount (IVPT's - that's in addition to your regular discount) on any BERNINA foot or accessory that is demonstrated during the meeting. Choose either the day or night session. No meeting in January. Level: All levels
Instructors: Lorraine Caravetta and Marcy Lawrence
Class Fee: Free
Sat. --Feb. 4, Mar. 3
10:00am-12:00pm
Mon. --Feb. 6, Mar. 5
7:00pm-9:00pm
BERNINA Sewing Machine Mastery Class
Open to all BERNINA owners, this class will help you get to know your sewing
machine better. We will cover all the fundamental functions and then show you
additional ways to get the most out of your BERNINA. This class is free to those
who have purchased a BERNINA at The Happy Quilter. All levels.
Instructor: Marcia Blitzer
Class Fee: Free to those who purchased their
BERNINA machine at The Happy Quilter, all others $300
Wed. -- Feb. 8, 15, 22
10:00am-12:30pm
BERNINA Embroidery Mastery Class
Open to all owners of BERNINA machines with an embroidery module, this one day
class will cover how to set up your embroidery module, prepare your fabric for
embroidery and then stitch out a sample. This class is free to those who have
purchased a BERNINA Embroidery Machine or Embroidery Module at The Happy Quilter.
Instructor: Marcy Lawrence
Class Fee: Free to those who purchased their
BERNINA embroidery machine or embroidery module at The Happy Quilter, all others $75.00
Learn how to use your BERNINA Artista software. This class is open to owners of Editor Plus and Designer Plus software. Although the class covers version 6, owners of version 5 will be able to follow along. Topics covered include combining designs, adding lettering and basic digitizing. A laptop with the software loaded is required. Level: All levels
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