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CLASSES

Updated 10/04/08

For your convenience our classroom is fully equipped with irons, ironing boards, cutting mats and rulers. We also have Bernina sewing machines available for your use. Please reserve one when you register for your class- first come, first serve.

We have added two new, slightly lower tables to the classroom! These will make it much more comfortable for many of you when working with your sewing machine as well as some of the hand projects. If you liked the slightly higher ones, they are still there for you, too.

Create A Class

Your Choice of Date & Time & Class Project!

You and your family and friends can create a class just for you! Get away for a few hours, make a day of it or have your own multiple day retreat. This makes for a great birthday get together or a special bridal or baby shower. Days, weekends and evenings are all fine with us. You select the project, date and time and give us a call. If you need help picking a project or class let us know, we would be glad to assist you in designing the perfect class for you. Please be sure to call us as far in advance as possible. (Sometimes this means 4 or 5 weeks in advance.) We need the time for scheduling staff, instructors, class room space and making sure that all supplies will arrive on time so you are guaranteed to have a great time. Minimum number of students is three. Class fees will vary.

October 2008 Class Schedule

Eating In

Wed. Oct. 8th, 10am - 2pm

Make your meals at home a dining delight with this light hearted table accent. Start with your favorite focus fabric and a companion for the border. Learn how to easily cut and sew the gently curved border which makes this table runner so much fun. It’s so simple, you will want more for every season and occasion!

Class fee: $18.00


Making Your First Quilt

Mon. Oct. 13th, 10am - 6pm

Never quilted before? No Problem! This class will get you started from the very beginning of selecting fabrics to using a rotary cutter and stitching the pieces all together on the sewing machine. Great for those that want a refresher course also. You will make the quilt top in class using either all squares or triangles - your choice.

Class Fee: $37.00


Backpack, Backpack

Tues. Oct. 14th, 1pm - 5pm

This backpack makes a great gift for all ages. Easy and quick to make, everyone in the family will want one. This backpack holds lots of stuff: toys, lunch, class supplies, camera and sightseeing paraphernalia. Make one and use instead of wrapping a gift. Great for kids and grownups alike. Choose a favorite themed fabric for the outside of the backpack and make a contrasting lining. Class fee: $20.00


Embellish It!

Wed. Oct. 15th, 10am - 12pm

Have you seen all the wonderful fibers, beads, threads and glitters for embellishing! They can add so much to your project whether you add just the right touch of glisten to your snow or go all out for glitzy glamour. It’s up to you. Bring a project that you would like to embellish and learn how to use all of these great embellishing products. Class fee: $10.00


The Perfect Knitted Winter Hat

Thurs. Oct. 16th, 10am - 5pm

This fun and easy to knit hat will become a favorite to wear! Knits up quickly with two strands of bulky yarn and large needles. You will learn how to knit in the round with double pointed needles or one long circular (the Magic Loop Method), simple increases and decreases and adding a nice decorative finishing edge. There are so many great color combinations to choose from. Add pom-poms or tassels for the perfect finishing touch or leave it plain. Can be made for an adult or child - great for the whole family. So quick, you will be able to easily make several for Christmas gifts that they will all really love! Class fee: $33.00


The Anyway You Want It Sweatshirt

Mon. Oct. 20th, 10am - 5pm

Turn a sweatshirt into a stunning jacket, vest or pullover with your favorite fabrics and easy raw edge applique. Can be made with ¼ yard cuts or fat quarters. Pick colorful and decorative threads to add zip to your jacket! In class you will learn how to take your sweatshirt apart so you are able to sew your fabrics onto the sweatshirt in flat sections as well as tips and hints on making your jacket, pullover or vest. This is one of our most popular patterns!

Class fee: $33.00


Crazy Quilt As You Go

Tues. Oct 21st, 10am - 5pm

Crazy quilting continues to be experiencing an exciting come back. This method of crazy quilting combine the scrappy traditional look with a new updated twist - decorative machine stitches. Start with fat quarters or cuts of fabric, cut randomly, reassemble into blocks that you quilt with decorative machine stitches as-you-go. Select fun, colorful threads for your decorative stitches or zigzag and you will have completed this crazy quilt in no time. It is equally beautiful whether you use batiks, outdoor prints, florals or whatever you choose. Just a few blocks makes a great table runner and placemats. Class fee: $33.00


Autumn Greetings Quilted Wallhanging

Wed. Oct. 22nd, 10am - 5pm

This 13" x 18" features a nice plump pumpkin with gentle curving vines, leaves and a few fall berries to create a lovely welcome for your door, wall or table. The design is fall rather than Halloween so it can be enjoyed the entire autumn season. Using fabric inks to “applique” the design you will easily have it completed to enjoy this season. You will learn how to use the fabric inks and to add embroidery and bead embellishments if desired. This is a great introductory class for using the fabric inks. Class fee: $33.00


My First Sleeping Bag

Thurs. Oct. 23rd, 10am - 5pm

This is the perfect snuggly little sleeping bag for an overnight stay or a comfy warm nap for little ones. It features an attached pillow and tie for easy transporting. Simply select fabrics, add a couple of rows of machine stitching to hold it all together, stuff the pillow and bind. It is sure to be every child’s favorite - and Mom and Dad’s too! Class fee: $33.00


Strippy Quilted Throw

Mon. Oct. 27th, 10am -5pm

Learn the quilt as you go method while stitching this fun and functional throw. Cut your backing and batting full size, add strips, quilt as you go style, bind and your quilt is ready to enjoy! By selecting fabrics with a theme, you can personalize this quilt for everyone from babies to adults. It’s great for jelly rolls, too, and we’ve just received some in beautiful batiks already cut in 2 ½" strips. Class fee: $33.00


Quilted Fabric Weaving

Tues. Oct. 28th, 1pm - 5pm

This class will inspire you to make all kinds of woven and quilted delights. You start with at least two different fabrics, cut curvy lines, weave them together and then finish it by stitching over the raw edges. You can really get creative by using different fabrics, threads and even turning those odd quilt blocks into beautiful woven masterpieces. You will be making a table center piece in class and go home with all kinds of ideas for using the technique in quilts, wall hangings, jackets, landscapes and so much more! Class fee: $20.00



Class Policies:

*Our classes are designed to provide education while still having fun. You are here to learn, so don’t hesitate to ask questions. We love lots of questions. We were all beginners at one time.

*We plan staffing and supplies for each class, therefore you must register and pay for your class in advance.

*If you cancel after registering and paying for your class, the class fee is not refundable. You will receive store credit only. Sorry, no refunds or store credits issued for no shows.

*A model of each class project is in the shop.

*Each class has a supply list. This list will be provided upon registration and payment for the class.

*For day-long classes or classes that extend beyond the lunch time, a lunch break has been included in the class time.

*We have Bernina sewing machines for classroom use on a first come first serve basis. You can reserve one when you pay for your class. It’s a great time to try a Bernina!

*Please be on time with your required supplies, bring your enthusiasm and sense of humor. You will learn wonderful new techniques while having a great time.

Village Fabrics & Crafts

32702 W Hwy M-123

PO Box 254

Paradise, MI 49768

(906) 492-3803
villagefab@jamadots.com


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