Classes and Events
Yes you can learn to quilt!
Classes are a fun way to learn and stay motivated. Join us as we learn together.
Quilt Day at the Alabama National Fair - Friday, 11 Oct 2024 -- see details below
HQ ProStitcher Event - Thurs - Sat, 14-16 Nov -- see details below
SAVE THE DATES
Mystery Quilt
5 Oct, 2 Nov, 7 Dec
If you love mysteries, this class is for you. Please sign up two weeks prior to the class so Sandy has time to prepare your materials. All classes are on the first Saturday from 9:30am - 2:30pm.
Each class is a new mystery pattern.
$50 plus supplies.
Jelly Roll Rail Fence Rug
4 Oct (Fri)
Are you ready to try your hand at a Jelly Roll Rug? If so, this is the class for you! This simple-to-construct rug will go together in no time as you sew strip sets together and cut them into blocks. There's no need to make a long Jelly Roll rope for this little cutie.
$50 plus supplies.
10:00-3:00
Runner's Club
Love to take a class, but don't want to commit to a big quilt? Paula's table runner classes are the answer! These Saturday classes are based on the book "Top The Table" by the Moda All-Stars!
from 10:00am -2:30pm and they fill up fast. Cost: $40 plus supplies
12 Oct - "Charmingly Recycled"
Friday, 11 Oct from 10 am - 2pm
Bring your hand-stitching project and join Sew Bernina at the Alabama National Fair for four hours of fun. We'll enjoy fellowship as we come together once again to celebrate quilting at the Fair. The theme for this years' block is "Hearts". Bring a 12 1/2 x 12 1/2 block and you'll be entered to win ALL the blocks. There will also be door prizes and a swap table, so bring your sewing/quilting related items to exchange with other quilters. Please RSVP to Sew Bernina before 4 Oct and let us know if you wish to order a catered lunch ($10).
Ruler Work on a Sewing Machine
Date: 16 Oct
Paula is back to teach you how to quilt on your domestic sewing machine with rulers. This is a popular class and will fill up fast. Come learn the freedom & versatility of quilting with rulers so you can make your quilt exactly how you want it! (All machines must have an extension table.)
Cost: $30 + supplies
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm​
Row by Row
Brown Bag Club (BBC)
Next Class Date: 17 Oct, 21 Nov, 19 Dec
Join Kim for this monthly Brown Bag club over the lunch hour
(12:15am-1:15 pm) to show off your blocks each month. This BBC quilt will be a work in progress as each month you're given a topic to create the next row. There will be plenty of ideas for inspiration to help you along the way.
Cost: One time sign up fee of $10.00.
Caution Curves Ahead
Remaining Dates: 16 Oct, 20 Nov, 18 Dec
Beginning in July, Paula will begin a year-long hand-piecing quilt by Jen Kingwell called "Caution Curves Ahead". You'll love Paula's techniques as she makes it easy enough for a beginner & interesting enough for an advanced piecer.
Cost: $10 per month + supplies
9:30am-12:00pm​
Sit 'N Sew
(3rd Saturdays)
Date: 19 Oct, (Will not meet in Nov), 21 Dec
Grab a UFO and join us anytime between 10 am and 2 pm on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a Sit 'N Sew session. The Sew BERNINA staff will be here to help if you need.
Cost: $20 for the whole day!
10:00-2:00 pm
Date: 18 Oct
Back by popular demand, Chrissy will be teaching her tips & tricks for foundation paper piecing using Jen Kingwell's "Wensleydale" pattern. Using Fat Quarters, you'll learn how to pre-cut fabric for quick & efficient piecing.
Cost: $50 + supplies
10:00-3:00 pm
Butterfly Fields
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Dates: NO OCT CLASS, 1 Nov (FIRST FRIDAY), 20 Dec
If you haven't participated in one of our Block of the Month classes, now is the time to sign up for Butterfly Fields by Sew Kind of Wonderful
.
Cost: FREE with purchase of kit
1:30-4:00 pm
HandiQuilter/ProStitcher Event
Dates: 14-16 Nov
National HandiQuilter Educator Sandy Rindlesback will guide us thru three full days of HandiQuilter & ProStitcher classes using the Amara Long Arm machine. Classes include: Longarm Bootcamp, Sweet & Simple Free-Motion, ProStitcher Basics Hands-On, Radical Rulers, Background Fills & Beyond and finally Mandala Mania! We can hardly wait to host you in our shop for this amazing opportunity to test drive a long arm with ProStitcher.
Cost: $300 for all three days (6 full classes)
Time: 9:30 - 5:00
Nativity Pillow
Date: 23 Nov
Make this beautiful Christmas pillow on your embroidery machine. The accompanying embellishment kit creates a feeling of Christmas, right down to the twinkling lights. Don't miss this opportunity for Kim to teach you her favorite machine embroidery tips and tricks.
Cost: $50 + supplies
Time: 9:30 - 2:30
Scrap Addicts Support Group
5th Saturdays in 2025 TBD!
Remaining Dates: TBD (Will be closed for Thanksgiving 30 Nov)
Do you have a hard time tossing even the smallest scrap after finishing a quilt? No idea how to sort or use these pieces, but can't bring yourself to get rid of them? Join fellow scrap collectors & create beautiful quilts using Amanda Jean Nyberg & Cheryl Arkison's book "Sunday Morning Quilts".
Cost: $50 per class + book
Time: 9:30 - 2:30