What`s New - Quilt Cove

Spring 2013
Buggy Barn Technique Class
All Levels
Instructor: Vicki
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Book
Saturday, June 22nd, 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
This technique is a “must have” in your repertoire. You will learn
another creative use for freezer paper and then practice “letting
go” of matching seams while making a quilt that is fun and
uniquely yours! You can pick from any of the Buggy Barn Crazy
Piecing patterns or books for your project. The store sample is
Liberty Star, with kits to match, but come in with your choice of
pattern and get some help picking your own kit – Undeniably
Crazy, Certifiably Crazy, Stir Crazy, Frightfully Crazy and other
books and individual patterns can be used for class.
Tubing it Pillowcase
All Levels
Instructor: Diane
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Book
Saturday, June 22nd, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Have you wondered how to make a french seam pillowcase?
Come join us for make-and-take pillowcases. This method
encloses the seams around the cuff so that you don’t see
exposed edges.
Single Small Pine
All Levels
Instructor: Sandi
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Tuesday, June 25th, 6:00 - 8:30 pm
This is a single pine tree from the Tall Pines Pattern. Start with
this tree using the Quilted Jewel templates and you’ll be able
to easily make any of the trees or any other Quilted Jewel
patterns. Fabric kits are available.
Class Supply Lists and Other Information
• For each class there is a list of supplies needed. Please stop in to pick up a
supply list for each class you register for. Supply lists are also available over
the phone. All supplies needed for classes will be available at the shop.
• If a class requires a sewing machine, make sure your machine is in good
working order. This will save you a lot of frustration in the long run.
• Quilt classes are generally for the top only. Help with finishing your quilt
is always available at the store and classes on finishing will be available
periodically.
• Try to arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of class so you will have time to
get your supplies organized and purchase any additional supplies you may
need.
• Wash your fabrics prior to class. This will prevent bleeding or shrinkage of
your finished product.
• In consideration of classmates, children should not accompany you to class.
Class Registration Form
You may register at the shop or by mail with check or charge. Entire fee must
accompany registration. Phone registrations will be held for 5 days only.
Refund only with notice 7 days prior to the start of class.
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Quilt Cove • 1960 Cliff Lake Rd, Ste 134, Eagan, MN 55122
Phone: (651) 452-8891 • Fax: (952) 432-5636
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Quilter’s Day Out
QUILT COVE
All Levels
Fridays, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee: $6 per session
April 5th, 12th, 26th; May, 10th, 17th, 31st; June, 7th, 14th, 28th
Relax after a hectic week and join us for catching up on
projects. No teaching - just fun and friendship. Don’t forget to
bring something for show and tell to get us all motivated! An
instructor will be available if you need any help.
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All Levels
WEDNESDAY MEETING, 7:00 p.m.
Fee: Free
April 17th, May 22nd, June 19th
THURSDAY AM MEETING, 10:00 a.m.
April 18th, May 23rd, June 20th
THURSDAY PM MEETING, 6:30 p.m.
April 18th, May 23rd, June 20th
FRIDAY MEETING, 10:00 a.m.
April 19th, May 24th, June 21st
Come for refreshments and fun! We will review what’s new
at the store and have Show and Tell from all of you. Then
a Mystery and Block of the Month are available for you to
participate in. We hope to see you there.
The Getaway Retreat
All Levels
Fri-Sun, June 7th - 9th for 3 day • $150 per person
Thur-Sun, June 6th - 9th for 4 day • $200 per person
Includes meals, lodging and instruction
Come check out our
retreat center! Bring your
sewing machine, iron,
and projects of choice. Or
you can work on Sue’s
project for the weekend.
We will be working on the
the Zig Zag Ruler and all
the blocks this ruler can
make! Come into the store
to see patterns and block
ideas! Make hostess gifts
during the weekend! We’ll
start at 4pm on Friday, and it will end at 4pm on Sunday. Food,
bedding and towels are provided. We only take 12 for this
weekend, so don’t wait long to sign up. It should be great fun
to sew with your friends or make new ones!
Quilt Retreat Spring 2013
All Levels
April 3rd-7th: three-, four-, or five-day option
Fee: $175 - $320 depending on nights and room
Come join us for a
weekend away with
nothing but quilting,
good food, and, well,
quilting!!! Yvonne Cooke
from Clothesline Quilts
is the instructor. You
can work on the retreat
project, or finish up
projects that have been
piling up. Either way,
I can guarantee you’ll
have a great time. More
detailed pricing and room
information is available at
the store. Sign up today!
www.quiltcove.com
Store Hours: Mon. - Fri. 10 – 8:30, Sat. 10 – 5, Sun. 1 – 5
What’s New
As I'm writing this, it feels like January! Good Grief. Hopefully by the time
you receive this the weather is getting warmer, but don't abandon your
sewing. We have classes to tempt you.
Remember that club in May is a week later than normal. This is because I
will be at market during the normal week buying fabric so I'm sure you all
won't mind!
The ad for the Twin Cities Shop Hop is on this page. It promises to be great
fun and you'll get a Twin Cities Treat! What could be better than that?
We are also taking signups for the State Shop Hop buses. Don't wait too
long as these will fill up quickly. For $39.95 you will take 2 buses either the
first (Aug 2nd & 3rd) or second (August 9th and 10th) weekend of the
hop. There are 6 different pick up and drop off locations. The buses will run
from 8 am to about 5 pm depending on how prompt you are with your
shopping. Lunch is not provided but a stop for lunch will be part of your
day. All shops in the Twin Cities section will be visited. I'm not sure you
can get gas for the price of the bus...at least not for my Suburban!
We will also be beginning the Wind in the Whiskers Block of the Month as
soon as the fabric arrives. Come in and look at the picture and see if this is
up your alley!
As usual, Happy Sewing! Sue H.
Spring 2013
Spring 2013
Spring 2013
Quilting Basics & Techniques
Quilting Tops & Projects
Beginning Quilt Making
Cuddle Strip Quilt
Beginner
Instructor: Peggy
7 Sessions
Fee: $70 + Book
Tuesdays: April 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th; May 14th, 28th; June 4th;
Wednesdays: July 24th, 31st; August 7th, 21st, 28th; September
11th, 25th
6:00 - 9:00 pm
Our Beginning Quilt class is a real blending of time honored
skills with updated tools and techniques that cover the basics of
machine piecing. We make a sampler quilt top of 9 different blocks
that help develop skills, achieve accurate results and increase
confidence in quilting. Basic quilt making techniques include
supplies and fabric selections, rotary cutting, machine piecing,
quilt construction, border application and binding. Our class will
discuss quilting options for finishing your sampler quilt top.
Paper Piecing
All Levels
Instructor: Cindy H.
1 Session
Fee: $25 + Pattern
Monday, April 22nd, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
This is a wonderful technique to add to your arsenal of piecing
skills. In class we will make paper pieced basket blocks that
can be made into a small wall hanging. After making these, you
will have enough confidence to make any paper pieced block.
Basic Embroidery
All Levels
Instructor: Micky
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Tuesday, May 21st, 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Embroidery is really hot right now, but it’s not what you may
remember from the past. New designs, new techniques and
fresh ideas make it easier than ever. Hand stitching has the
advantage of a take-along project you can do anywhere. Take
this class and learn the basics of hand embroidery or update
your skills with some new ideas. Plus, it’s a great way to meet
other hand-stitch enthusiasts.
Achievable Applique
All Levels
Instructor: Pam B.
2 Sessions
Fee: $35+ Pattern
Mondays, June 3rd and 10th, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Easy to learn with great results. Produce smooth curves and
sharp points using an old technique with a modern twist. No
starch, burned fingers, fabric marking or overlay sheets! Select
one of the six appliqué designs from the pattern we have chosen. Enjoy a portable hand project while increasing your skills.
Come learn how to make appliqué a non dirty word! Fabric
kits are available.
Machine Quilting
All Levels
Instructor: Sandi
1 Session
Fee: $30
Tuesday, June 18th, 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Too many quilt tops and not enough time? Tired of machine
quilting “in the ditch”? Well, drop those feed dogs and take
off with all the lovely quilting stencils that you really want to
use. This hands-on class will focus on freehand quilting with
information and demonstrations of quilting with a darning
foot, nylon thread and various other specialty threads. Proper
techniques for quilting full size quilts will also be discussed.
Students must know how to remove, cover or lower feed dogs
and must have a darning foot.
All Levels
Instructor: Cindy S.
1 Session
Fee: $20 includes Pattern
Sunday, April 14th, 1:30 - 4:00 pm
A cozy Cuddle Strip quilt is a breeze with precut 5 inch Minkee
strips, a walking foot and a can of spray baste! It's quilt as you
go, and binding is even speedy as you roll your Minkee backing
to the front and stitch it down. A softer lap quilt you'll never find.
To the Point
All Levels
Instructor: Chris
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Saturday, April 20th, 2:00 - 4:30 pm
With a focal fabric you can make a quick and easy table runner/
dresser scarf using a fusible quilters grid technique. Join us
using an available kit or using fabric of your choice and learn
this fusible quilting method.
Northern Lights
All Levels
Instructor: Cheri
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Wednesday, April 24th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Come learn this fun modern quilt using the Hex n More Ruler.
Fabric kits are available like the store sample or pick your
own colorway. This quilt is so easy to make and the pattern is
available from size Baby to King!
Chubby Charmer Bag
All Levels
Instructor: Chris
2 Sessions
Fee: $25 + Pattern
Thursdays, April 25th, and May 9th, 6:00 - 8:30pm
This great bag uses a charm pack and coordinating yardage for
a quick and easy project. You will learn the basics of bag construction. The store sample also uses some of our new metallic
floss for embellishment. Come see the store sample and you
will want one for your very own! Fabric kits available like the
store sample.
Japanese Jigsaw
All Levels
Instructor: Vicki
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Saturday, April 27th, 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
While many traditional Japanese quilt blocks are pieced by
hand, in this class we show you how to use a template to easily
cut and machine piece your own “pine bark” quilt. The pattern
includes directions to make the quilt in two sizes, small wall
quilt or throw quilt. This project is fat quarter and layer cake
friendly and looks great in many styles of fabric. Fabric kits
like the store sample are available.
May Flowers
All Levels
Instructor: Micky
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Tuesday, May 7th, 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Need something to brighten up your home for spring? Make
this mini that fits on a 12" wire frame. Fusible appliqué
techniques will be covered in class along with guidance on
making small quilts. We have kits made up just like the shop
sample. Come in and see.
Bag Construction Made Easy
All Levels
Instructor: Jill
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Saturday, May 11th, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
This class will focus on construction of charming purses and
bags using your creativity and the sewing skills you already
have! By the end of the class you will have a finished “Lunch
Bag” making you the envy of the bag-lunch crowd. The bags
can also double as a unique and lasting gift bag filled with
your best wishes to someone special. In addition, we will
review and practice some of the steps, like zippers, bottoms
and finishing seams that sometimes stifle one’s creativity! All of
this in one productive session!
Bistro Apron
All Levels
Instructor: Chris
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Thursday, May 16th, 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Entertain in style with the Bistro Apron. Make this apron
with an interchangeable panel to keep it neat and clean while
having a chic look. You should be able to finish this project
in only one session! Kits using the same fabrics as the store
sample are available or pick your own!
3D Folded Blocks
All Levels
Instructor: June
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Book
Saturday, May 18th, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Explore fabric folding and layering to form three-dimensional
versions of traditional pieced blocks. You will be working on a
3 block table topper or wall hanging. Fabric kits like the store
sample are available. No special tools are required to make
these blocks. Great for simple gifts, retreat projects, and guild
challenges. Once you have completed the class, you will have
many more projects in the book to challenge yourself with!
Kaleidoscope Quilt
All Levels
Instructor: Diane
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Saturday, May 18th, 2:00 - 4:30 pm
Triangles, triangles, triangles…with a template to simplify your
cutting. Every time you look at this quilt, a different “pattern”
will emerge in your eye, just like with the kaleidoscope toys we
had as a child. There are lots of points in this quilt, but don’t be
afraid! You will see stunning results.
Sunburst Quilt
Advanced
Instructor: Vicki
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Sunday, May 19th, 1:30 - 4:00 pm
Are you ready to start your next masterpiece quilt? This quilt
is a stunner, with historical roots. Traditionally pieced by
hand, this class will cover the cutting and sewing techniques to
machine piece your own version. We will cover all of the steps
so that you can complete this quilt yourself. Kits like the store
sample are available.
Helter Skelter
All Levels
Instructor: June
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Saturday, May 25th, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Don’t be afraid…this quilt has nothing to do with Charles
Manson. The name describes how the blocks seem to float on
a background. Our quilt is done in flannels with a Minkee
back…oooh so soft and cuddly. Learn the “Helter Skelter”
method of quilt construction. This quilt is fat quarter friendly.
Come in and feel it. That’s all it will take for you to want one
for your very own.
Bridget’s Bagettes
All Levels
Instructor: Jill
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Saturday, June 1st, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
No, it's not a cooking class. This is a very cute little tote that
will introduce you to vinyl and zippers. In no time, you will
have your own baguette! You should be able to complete one
baguette in class! Fabric kits are available.
Hot Stuff!
All Levels
Instructor: June
1 Session
Fee: $20 + Pattern
Saturday, June 8th, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
With summer here, we will all be attending a potluck or
family get together soon. Why not show up in style with your
own casserole or cake pan carrier. The pattern includes both
styles. We have made the casserole carrier for you to consider.
Fabric kits like the store sample are available. Beware! Family
members will probably ask you to make one for them!
Cabin Fever
Advanced
Instructor: Julie
3 Sessions
Fee: $60 + Pattern
May 5th, June 9th and 23rd, 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Cabin Fever is a quilt that is made from all fat quarters- for the
60x 60- 25 dark and 25 light quarters. Log cabin cutouts is an
add on pattern sale that uses the cutaway pieces from Cabin
Fever to make a companion quilt. Join Julie Arrowood,
Certified Instructor for Judy Niemeyer for another new pattern
from Quiltworx. Cabin Fever is a quilt that is made from just
fat quarters. Paper piecing gives this age old classic precision
you will appreciate. Quick cutting techniques, so many different ways to lay out your colors, and sew lines that leave you
with the flattest Log Cabin Top you will ever sew, makes this
pattern a staple. Add to that, a cutaway process that allows
for the insertion of a paper pieced arc and cutaway pieces that
build a companion quilt called Log Cabin Cutouts.
It's Quilted, Now What?
All Levels
Instructor: Micki
1 Session
$20 + Pattern
Tuesday, June 11th, 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Does the thought of binding your quilt make you cringe? Are you
dissatisfied with the results when you're finished? This class will
cover everything you need to know to make binding your quilt
stress-free. And you'll learn how to make perfect corners too.
Radiant Star
Advanced
Instructor: Mary G.
2 Sessions
Fee: $30 + Book
Wednesday, June 12th, and 26th, 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The Radiant Star has traditionally been one of the most
recognizable quilt patterns. But many quilters have shied away
from undertaking what appears to be a difficult pattern. By
using strip piecing techniques and Eleanor Burns' detailed
instructions, making this star is easy and fun to put together.
Fabric kits available.
Scalloped Placemats
All Levels
Instructor: Cindy H.
2 Sessions
Fee: $25 + Book
Mondays, June 17th and 24th, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
A new technique for curved piecing comes to us from Joyce
Lawrence Cambron in her new book A New Spin on Curved
Piecing. The Scalloped Placemat pattern is the introductory
project to learn the technique and is the lead-in to several
unique projects. So what’s so different? It’s using freezer paper
to guide the curved sewing. If you’re intrigued, come in to see
the sample and the book. We have kits to make the placemats
just like the sample or you can pick your own fabrics.