Calico Cupboard

Calico Cupboard
Large Classroom!
Free parking!
100% Top Quality Cotton Fabrics
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5134 Cordova Bay Road
Victoria, BC V8Y 2K5
(250) 658-2722
Fall 2012 Class Schedule
Come and see the great class samples! Register in person or by phone.
One Heart
Great class for beginners!
#1
Two Hearts
Basic quilting experience REQUIRED.
#2
Mystery Quilt
Daphne Greig & Peggy Farries
6 sessions, Saturday mornings
9:30—10:30 am (SHARP!)
September 29, October 27, November24,
January 26, February 23, March 23
$30 payable when you register and
$30 payable on January 26
All Levels.
Sleep Sack
Peggy Farries
Wednesday, September 12
6:30—9:00 pm
$20.00 (plus pattern & supplies) 1 session
Make this cute sleep sack for the
new arrival in one of 4 sizes. You'll
learn to insert a zipper and how to
use batting as an interlining.
• Sewing machine and pattern
required.
Join Daphne and Peggy for a new twist on a Block of the
Month. Make a lap-size quilt designed by Daphne especially for this
session. You will learn some very unique piecing tricks as
the mystery is revealed.
The first session will be a discussion of fabric choices to
make a successful quilt. Lots of options will be explored.
(You may want to register for Daphne’s Colour for
Quilters workshop to learn more
about colour before this session –
class #5.)
NOTE: You MUST arrive on time!
The doors will be locked promptly at
9:30 am.
Perfume Alert!
Due to the large number of people who have
allergies, we ask students to please refrain from
using perfume and perfumed products at class.
Thank you.
#3
Beginner Machine Quilting
Peggy Farries
Wednesday, September 19
6:30—9:00 pm
$20.00 (plus supplies) 1 session
An introduction to using your walking foot from quilting in
the ditch to continuous curves. Marking and the use of
guides and templates will be covered. These techniques
are perfect for modern
quilts.
• Sewing machine
with walking foot
required.
#4
Arbutus Tree Landscape
#6
Susan Teece
Thursdays, September 20 & 27
6:00—9:00 pm
$48.00 (plus supplies)
2 sessions
Use a photo of an arbutus tree (photos will be supplied),
and create an original piece of textile art. Various
appliqué and stitching options will be explored. The tree
will be placed on suitable background fabric or into an
easy landscape composition.
• Sewing machine required.
Give & Take Appliqué:
Sunflower Table Runner
Daphne Greig
Saturday, September 29 12:00 noon—4:00pm
$32.00 (plus supplies)
1 session
Learn the easiest 'two-for-one' technique ever!
Give & Take Appliqué™ is the “no waste” fusing method
that takes advantage of positive/negative design. Learn
the simple steps for fusing, cutting and machine appliqué
as you make this new table runner.
• Sewing machine required.
• Basic quilting experience required for this class.
#7
Beginner Quilting—Get Up & Go
Daphne Greig
#5
Colour for Quilters
Daphne Greig
Tuesday, September 25 10:00 am—4:00pm
$45.00 (plus supplies)
1 session
Start the Fall learning session with this comprehensive
workshop all about colour. Learn about common colour
schemes and how a colour wheel can help you choose
harmonious fabric combinations for your quilts. You will
also learn how value and intensity play a large part in
creating a successful quilt.
Tuesdays, October 9, 23, November 6, 13
10:00 am—12:30 pm
or
Wednesdays, November 7, 14, 21, 28
6:30—9:00 pm
$80.00 (plus pattern & supplies)
4 sessions
Learn the basics of quilting in this fun class. You will
master rotary cutting,
accurate seams , basic
construction techniques,
machine quilting and
binding as you make a quilt
to welcome a new addition.
Or choose more grown-up
fabrics and make a lap
quilt for yourself or a
special friend or family
member. Some homework
required.
• Sewing machine and
pattern required.
STUDENT SAVINGS
Minimum 10% off all class supplies (fabric, notions, batting, books, patterns - anything on your Supply List).
20% OFF FABRIC—3RD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH
#8
Eclipse—Split Quilt
#11
Daphne Greig
Tuesdays, October 9 & 23
$40.00 (plus supplies)
1:30—4:00 pm
2 sessions
Discover a new way to make soft-fused appliqué as you
make this fun quilt. Decorative machine stitches can be
used for both the
appliqué and the
quilting so you can
personalize your
project. You will
learn about
threads and
needles and
several layout
options are
possible.
•
Star Bed Runner
Peggy Farries
Wednesday, November 7
12:00 noon—4:00 pm
or
Sunday, November 18
12:00 noon—4:00 pm
$32.00 (plus pattern & supplies)
1 session
Adjust the length of this runner to suit your bed. Change
the look in your bedroom without making an entire quilt.
You can use up scraps while learning a neat way to make
perfect star points. Pattern will be available from the
teacher.
• Sewing machine required.
Sewing machine required.
#9
Beginner Sewing—Four Corners Apron
Peggy Farries
Thursday, October 25
12:00 noon—4:00 pm
$32.00 (plus pattern & supplies)
1 session
Choose either the kids or adult apron and
polish your sewing skills. Techniques
include rotary cutting, pressing, mitred
corners, top stitching and turning tubes.
• Sewing machine and pattern
required.
#10
Hand Quilting
Daphne Greig
Tuesday, November 6 1:30 - 3:30 pm
or
Thursday, November 29
7:00—9:00 pm
$16.00 (plus supplies)
1 session
Learn all about needles, thread,
thimbles, quilt marking, batting,
hoops and frames, and then learn
the traditional rocking method of
hand quilting in this one-session
class.
#12
Mykonos Marble
Daphne Greig
Thursdays, November 8 & 15 6:30—9:00 pm
$40.00 (plus pattern & supplies)
2 sessions
Create a quilt that reflects the craftsmanship and timeless beauty of decorative arts created by the ancient
Greeks. The featured medallion print is supported by
marble tiles blocks in this on-point set quilt designed for
Northcott by Daphne. Choose the quilt size that suits
you best: queen, lap or wall quilt.
• Sewing machine and pattern required.
• Basic quilting experience required for this class.
#13
Woodlands Table Topper
Peggy Farries
Tuesday, November 20
12:00 noon—4:00 pm
$32.00 (plus pattern & supplies)
1 session
Use a quick strip-piecing method to create this stunning
design—a simple design with a very elegant look. Makes a
great gift!
• Sewing machine and pattern required.
#14
CLASS POLICIES
1. Classes fill quickly - register early to ensure
your space. Fee MUST be paid at the time of
registration.
2. Phone registrations taken with VISA and
MASTERCARD (Phone 658-2722)
3. If you are unable to attend a class you have
registered for and give us a minimum 7 days
notice, you are entitled to a full refund.
4. When you advise us less than 7 days ahead of
time and we are able to fill your spot, you still
get a full refund. However, if we are unable to fill
your spot, you will not receive a refund, but
class notes will be left for you.
5. Obtain a supply list prior to each class and read
it completely to see what supplies are needed
and what preparations need to be done. Classes
start on time - please be prompt.
6. Students arriving for evening classes will be
allowed into the store 15 minutes before class.
7. HST must be added to the listed prices.
Intermediate Machine Quilting:
Stippling and Beyond
Daphne Greig
Saturday, November 24 12:00 noon—4:00 pm
$32.00 (plus supplies)
1 session
Designed for quilters with basic machine quilting skills,
this workshop will expand your free-motion quilting
expertise and confidence . Learn to relax and let your
machine do the work as you create free form ‘puzzle piece’
quilting and many more designs to enhance your projects.
Uncover the mysteries of a wide range of exciting
threads, the right needles to use and have plenty of time
to practice your new skills.
• Pre-requisite: Basic machine quilting skills.
• Sewing machine required with free motion foot.
Calico Cupboard
Cordova Bay Road