Unique Stitches - Complete Class Schedule Fall 2006

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American Beauty (I,A)

Date: Thursdays: July 12, 19, 26
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $45
Kit Fee: $
This traditional style New York Beauty quilt is made with Eleanor Burns' fusible interfacing method of stitching, turning, and appliqué. Choose a wild or calm palette.

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Attic Windows (All Levels)

Date: Saturday: July 21
Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
The technique for making attic windows is one you should know. Come to see the store sample, you you'll know what we mean!

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August Sun (I, A)

Date: Saturday: April 21
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor:Michelle Mason
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
The days will be getting warmer in late April, so you'll need a warm weather wallhanging for your front door. This is just the ticket. "April Sun" features both sun and flowers.

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Baby Dear (All Levels)

Date: Thursdays: August 23, 30
Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
This is a perfect quilt for a baby or to use as a wall hanging. One simple block is sewn and rotated to give an illusion that looks more difficult. Die cutting is available for this quilt design by Kay Gentry.

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Block "O" (All Levels)

Date: Thursdays: June 7, 14, 21
Time: 1:00-4:00 pm
Instructor:Donna Krk
Class Fee: $45
Kit Fee: $
This quilt is perfect for the collegiate fan in you life. Make this quilt and show your school spirit in fabric.

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Borders and Bindings (All Levels)

Date: Wednesdays: May 23, 30
Time: 1:00-4:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $12
There really is a "right" way to add borders to a quilt. Come learn how to make your quilts "square" before adding binding. We'll also discuss several methods of binding and practice Kay's method for mitered corners, joining ends and finishing the binding by machine.

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Bow Tucks Purse (All Levels)

Date: Wednesdays: May 9, 16
Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
This is a great tote bag or large purse. Fusible batting adds just the right body and an abundance of pockets makes this a practical project. Easy enough for a beginner, you'll want to sew up several. Come see the model

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Braid or Madison Square Table Runner (All Levels)

Date: Monday: July 2
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
Choose from two quilt-as-you-go patterns. Either quick-pieced table runner will delight any table. They make great shower gifts!

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Carpenters Wheel

Date: Monday: May 7
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
This is a quick project using Thangles. Come see the models (it's so quick we have three)!

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Charming Tote (All levels)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Thursday: July 12
Time: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $25
Kit Fee: $
This great tote design is made from 5" charm squares. The tote features prairie points and one inside pocket.

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Charming Tote (All levels)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Wednesday: August 1
Time: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $25
Kit Fee: $
This great tote design is made from 5" charm squares. The tote features prairie points and one inside pocket.

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Coffee Wallhanging (I, A)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Thursday: July 5
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Instructor:Donna Kirk
Class Fee: $25
Kit Fee: $49.99
Here's a quilt to help you wake up in the morning. Steaming cups of coffee are machine-appliquéd onto coffee-inspired squares.

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Coffee Wallhanging (I, A)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Saturday: July 7
Time: 1:00-4:00 p.m
Instructor:Donna Kirk
Class Fee: $25
Kit Fee: $49.99
Here's a quilt to help you wake up in the morning. Steaming cups of coffee are machine-appliquéd onto coffee-inspired squares.

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Delectable Mountains (All levels)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Mondays: June 4, 11, 18
Time: 9:30 am-12:30 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $45
Kit Fee: $
Another Eleanor Burns quilt, with easy techniques for piecing and cutting, this classic quilt is a real showpiece. A special tool comes with the book (required for the class).

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Double Wedding Ring (I, A)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Saturday August 4
Time: 10:00am– 2:00 pm
Instructor:Donna Kirk
Class Fee: $25
Kit Fee: $0
If you've avoided trying this quilt because of the "odd-shaped" pieces and the curves, don't avoid it anymore! We'll teach you a very simple technique, using fusible web. You, too, can make a double wedding ring. Sign up now!

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Fabric Note Cards (All Levels)

Date: Thursday: June 14
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Instructor:Michelle Mason
Class Fee: $25
Kit Fee: $
These are not your traditional note cards. Turn your fabric scraps into a work of art to give to that special friend. You'll love this class! You must see the samples!

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Fractured Crystals (All Levels)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Thursdays: August 2, 23, 30
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $45
Kit Fee: $
This pieced quilt gives an illusion like a fractured crystal. Made of only two basic blocks, the effect is very striking. You must see the sample!

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Fractured Crystals (All Levels)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Mondays: July 23, 30, Aug 6
Time: 10:00-1:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $45
Kit Fee: $
This pieced quilt gives an illusion like a fractured crystal. Made of only two basic blocks, the effect is very striking. You must see the sample!

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Hand Quilting Techniques (Notebook Class) (I, A)

Date: Saturday: May 19
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Instructor:Mary Ellen Fogg
Class Fee: $30
Kit Fee: $30
We will practice quilting on different battings, try different needles, and learn to baste quilts. Kit includes everything you'll need to hand quilt, including needles, threads, hoops, thimbles, etc.

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Hooded Jacket (All Levels)

Date: Thursdays: August 9, 16
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
This is a great project to learn some basic garment construction techniques. The simple jacket features a hood and front zipper.

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Its Elementary (B, I)

Date: Wednesdays: May 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20, 27
Time: 9:30 am-12:30 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $60
Kit Fee: $0
If you’re a beginning quilter or one with “just a little” experience, this class is for you. We’ll learn the quilting basics, plus some advanced techniques such as machine appliqué. With just a little homework, you should finish this attractive wallhanging in just a month.

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Jewel Box (All Levels)

Date: Wednesdays: August 22, 29
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
This great pieced quilt can be made in any color palette. In jewel tones, it is amazing!

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Leap Frog (B, I)

Date: Saturdays: June 16, 23
Time: 10:00 am- 1:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
This colorful quilt has just one block. It's soooo easy to make, in multiple colors or in your favorite two-color combination.

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Log Cabin for Beginners (1)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Thursdays: May 10, 17, 24
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $45
Kit Fee: $0
Log Cabin is a very versatile block! Depending on how many blocks you make and how you place them, the variety of quilts you can make is endless. You’ll learn how to cut your fabric, chain piece, and add borders. If you’ve always wanted to learn to quilt, this is your chance!

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Log Cabin for Beginners (2)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Wednesday: July 11, 18, 25
Time: 9:30 am-12:30 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $45
Kit Fee: $0
Log Cabin is a very versatile block! Depending on how many blocks you make and how you place them, the variety of quilts you can make is endless. You’ll learn how to cut your fabric, chain piece, and add borders. If you’ve always wanted to learn to quilt, this is your chance!

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Lucky Lindy (All Levels)

Date: Monday: April 23, 30
Time: 1:00-4:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
Make this quilt for your favorite "fly-boy", old or young. This quilt design is from a hand pieced antique quilt- we'll modernize it with foundation paper piecing. You can choose to make each plane from a different fabric or all the planes from one. Quilt size will vary with number of blocks.

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Lucky Star

Date: Thursdays: August 9, 16, 23
Time: 1:00-4:00 pm
Instructor:Donna Kirk
Class Fee: $45
Kit Fee: $0
This easy-to-make star design will soon become your favorite. Pick any palette for the scrappy stars. This is a class where you"ll finish the top. Come see the sample.

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Magic Circles (I, A)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Saturday: August 18
Time: 10:00 am- 1:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $45
Kit Fee: $0
Chose 20 fat quarters; they can be batiks, different shades of all one color, polka dots, or any 20 fabrics of your choice. Then the fun begins! We’re going to learn to sew curves. This method is very simple; with a little practice, you’ll be an expert!

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Paper Piecing (All Levels)

Date: Thursdays: July 26, Aug 2
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
This is a technique class, using paper foundations. Pick a pattern you like, and we'll teach you how to make it. Once you learn this technique, you can do any foundation piecing project. Lots of fun!

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Pillow Shams (All Levels)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Saturday: July 7
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $25
Kit Fee: $
Imagine a pillow sham to match your quilt. Come learn this great technique.

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Pillow Shams (All Levels)

If you cannot make this class, there is another one scheduled so please check its times.

Date: Wednesday: August 8
Time: 9:30-am-12:30 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $25
Kit Fee: $
Imagine a pillow sham to match your quilt. Come learn this great technique.

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Raggy Rectangles (All Levels)

Date: Thursdays: May 24, 31
Time: 1:00-4:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
This quilt features rectangles in two sizes for an easy rag project. We can die cut your fabric to pre-fringe it! No clipping to do! Have rectangles die cut before class.

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Remembering Grandma (I, A)

Date: Saturdays: May 12, June 9, July 14
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $45
Kit Fee: $
This quilt looks harder than it is. You'll have a month between classes to work on the blocks. The checkerboard border is amazing. From a great book entitled Simple Traditions.

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Seasonal Pot Holders (All Levels)

Date: Wednesdays: June 6, 13
Time: 1:00-4:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $17
This pattern has eight great potholder designs. Kits will contain materials for two of the designs--a flower and a cute Santa. Choose one to work on during class. You'll learn some basic fusible appliqué techniques and how to apply binding by machine with great mitered corners!

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Starpoint Table Runner (I,A)

Date: Wednesday: July 11
Time: 1:00-4:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $25
Kit Fee: $
Choose a color palette for any holiday--stars are always "in." We can die cut the star points for you in advance of the class if you wish.

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Summer Porch (All Levels)

Date: Saturdays: May 26, June 2
Time: 10:00-1:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
This sweet quilt is from Eleanor Burns' book, Quilts Through the Seasons. This super simple summertime quilt will become a favorite.

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Triple Irish Chain (All Levels)

Date: Thursdays: June 14, 21, 28
Time: 9:30 am-12:30 pm
Instructor:Fran Haley
Class Fee: $45
Kit Fee: $
We'll make this classic quilt using Eleanor Burns' book and methods. Pick any size you want and any color combination. Easy!

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Underground Railroad Sampler

Date: Third Mondays: May 21, June 18, July 16, August 20
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $15
Kit Fee: $0
Another Eleanor Burns special, this quilt has an exciting history. Each block represents a “signal” used by runaway slaves and those operating the Underground Railroad. In addition to learning to make the quilt, you’ll learn a lot about this important part of American history.(This is a new group. Sign up early, as there have been several requests for this club.)

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Waffle Time (All Levels)

Date: Wednesdays: August 8, 15,
Time: 1:00-4:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
This is a great table runner to highlight a large scale fabric design. The sample is done in oriental fabrics.

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Where's Tommy? (I,A)

Date: Wednesdays: August 22, 29
Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Instructor:Kay Gentry
Class Fee: $35
Kit Fee: $
This "I Spy" quilt is great fun. Fussy cut your favorite motifs from novelty fabrics into hexagons. Add one (or more) hexagons picturing a child, printed on fabric. It's a "Where's Waldo" in fabric! Die cutting of triangles is available for this quilt design by Kay Gentry. Pre-cut hexagons are available in limited quantities.

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