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10381 Main Street, Fairfax, Virginia 22030 • 703-273-6937 Hours: Monday-Saturday 10-5, Thursday 10-8, Sunday 12-5 |
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The introductory classes on this page are designed for the beginner and those who want to brush up on the basics.
Beginning Quiltmaking: Piecing by Machine
Learn the entire quilt-making process, including how to
draft, make templates, mark, cut, machine piece, appliqué, quilt and finish.
Students can expect to complete a sampler top, possibly quilt and finish it.
Ask or click here for supply list. *Sewing machine required in 3 class sessions. Tuesdays 7-9pm - September 9, 16, 23, & 30, October 28, November 11 & 18, December 2 Beginner.......Instructor, Leslie Pfeifer
Beginning Quiltmaking: Piecing by Hand Learn the entire quilt-making process, including how to draft, make templates, mark, cut, hand piece, and hand quilt. Students can expect to complete a sampler top ready to quilts. Ask or click here for supply list. 8 sessions, $96 Wednesdays 7-9pm - September 10, 17, 24, October 1 & 29, November 12 & 19, December 3 Beginner.......Instructor, Leslie Pfeifer
Introduction to Hand Piecing
Learn the entire quilt-making process, including how to
draft, make templates, mark, cut, machine piece, appliqué, quilt and finish.
Students can expect to complete a sampler top, possibly quilt and finish it.
Ask or click here for supply list. *Sewing machine required in 3 class sessions. Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm, July 23 Beginner.......Instructor, Leslie Pfeifer
Perfect Machine Piecing Discover all the tricks for perfect machine piecing or convert from hand piecing to machine piecing without sacrificing accuracy. Even experienced sewers appreciate the help and information taught in this class. You'll be so much happier with your results. Ask or click here for supply list. *Sewing machine required. 1 session, $27 Monday 6-9pm - July 14 Beginner, Intermediate.......Instructor, Kay Lettau
Basic Rotary Cutting Rotary cutting can make your quiltmaking quick and enjoyable, but you have to know how to use the equipment. This class will teach you all of the basic cutting techniques including proper folding, stacking, and use of special rulers, etc. No sewing in class. Class limited to 8 students. This class is strongly recommended for beginners. Ask or click here for supply list. 1 session, $27 Tuesday 10am-1pm, May 20 OR Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm, July 9 Beginner.......Instructor, Lesly-Claire Greenberg
Basic Machine Quilting This technique allows you to increase your productivity without sacrificing quality. Class emphasizes hands-on practice, proper tools, and hints for success. *Sewing machine required. Ask or click here for supply list. Bring bag lunch. Materials fee: $5 (payable at class). 1 session, $48 Saturday 10am-4pm - May 10 OR Saturday 10am-4pm - September 27 Beginner, Intermediate.......Instructor, Nancy Karst
Going Beyond the Basics of Machine Quilting Once you learn the basics of quilting with your sewing machine, the next challenge is how to maneuver that entire quilt under the machine. We're here to help you! Bring a basted top to class and get started under the guidance of your instructor. You MUST have taken Basic Machine Quilting or have a good working knowledge of the process to take this class. *Sewing machine required. Ask or click here for supply list. Bring bag lunch. 1 session, $48 Saturday 10-4pm - July 19 Advanced Beginner, Intermediate.......Instructor, Nancy Karst
Doodling Most of us choose a basic meander to begin free motion quilting and never get much further than that. Learn how to incorporate leaves, flowers, stars and other shapes into the meander to create a more interesting all-over quilting pattern. No sewing in class. Ask for supply list. 1 session, $27 Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm - August 5 All levels.......Instructor, Kathy Gray
Paper Piece for Fun Learn the basics of foundation (paper) piecing: stitching, trimming, all the little tricks for success, and have some fun. Give these mini quilts as gifts to friends and family or make a collage of your favorites for your home. *Sewing machine and pattern required. Ask or click here for supply list (some suggested patterns will be noted). 1 session, $27 Monday 6:30-9:30pm - June 16 OR Thursday 11am-2pm - August 14 All levels.......Instructor, Leslie Pfeifer
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