Mod Medallions

Sugar and Spice

Feather Your Nest

Congratulations Amber!  You are amazing!

Begins January 18 and runs for 9 months

This is a beautiful Civil War quilt that is suitable for all skill levels.  Cost is $30 for the pattern and 1st month’s block asnd $8 each following month.  Pick up the 3rd Monday or following Saturday of every month.   How-to instructions will be given at 12:30 p.m. every 3rd Monday.

Watermelon Quilt Block of the Month

Begins January 22 and runs for 5 months

Fun quilt that uses paper-piecing and applique on a pieced background, suitable for the intermediate quilter.  This one can be finished and ready to use by summer.  $30 for pattern and 1st month’s block and $15 each following month.  First class on January 22, then pick up the remaining blocks on the 3rd Friday or Saturday of every month.  How-to instructions will be given at 11:30 a.m. every 3rd Friday.

12-Month Block of the Month – Flower Pots

We will be making it in this color scheme:

Begins March 1 and 5 and runs for 12 months.

$40 for the pattern and 1st block.  If the block is finished and brought in the following month, you will get the next block free.  If the block is not finished, or you are unable to come in on one of the Block of the Month days, there will be a $5 charge for the next block.  This beautiful quilt will use piecing and applique.  Pick up new blocks on the 1st Saturday or Monday of every month.  Tutorial classes will be given at 10:00, 11:30, and 1:00 on those days.  *If you fail to pick up your block for two months in a row, you will automatically be dropped from the program.

Turning Twenty Quilt – January 14, 21, & 28      6:30 p.m.

Taught by Kathy Smith, this class is perfect for those who would like to learn to quilt or improve their quilting skills.  It will concentrate on the basics of rotary cutting, assembling, and sewing an accurate 1/4″ seam to have a finished quilt that could become a family heirloom!  You will need to bring 20 coordinating fat quarters, the Turning Twenty book, a sewing machine, rotary cutter and ruler, and pins.  Kits are available.  Cost is $30

Rag Quilt – February 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Taught by Sandra McCoy, this ever-popular quilt is easy and fast to make even if you have never sewn before.  No need to bind or pay extra for quilting; when you get it sewn together, it is finished!  You will need fabric and batting, sewing machine, thread, pins, and scissors, rotary cutter and ruler.  You will be able to cut and clip your squares with the Accu-Cut machine.  Decide what size you want your quilt and we will help figure out how much fabric and batting you need.  Kits are also available.  Cost is $15

“Bloom” Wall Hanging – February 11th at 6:30 p.m.

Taught by Amber Johnson, this cute wallhanging is sure to brighten any decor.  It will incorporate piecing and machine applique.  Perfect project for any skill level.  You will need the Stop, Drop, & Roll pattern book, fabric, sewing machine, pins, rotary cutter, ruler, and needles and thread.  Kits available on request.  Cost is $20.

Underground Railroad Quilt – Monthly starting Feb 3 – 10:00 a.m.

Taught by Kayelene Parrish, this sampler quilt incorporates quilt blocks that were used as signals for the Underground Railroad that helped bring slaves up to the free states.  They are pieced blocks.  You will need the Underground Railroad book and yardage for either the wall hanging with 6″ squares or the quilt with 12″ squares.  Kits are available on request.  Cost is $50

Binding Class – February 18 at 6:30 p.m.

Taught by Amber Johnson, this class is a must for anyone who is unsure of how to finish your quilt.  Easy techniques will have you binding that quilt with confidence.  Cost is $15

Hurry in and sign up!  Class space is limited!

From the Moda Bakeshop, dress up a clip with a simple cover button:

With Heather Bailey, I say Hooray for Headbands!

Add a fabric flower from one of many online tutorials to an already-made headband, or simply put a clip on the back.  Check out a couple of tutorials here.

And finally, this simple but amazing pattern for covering a cheap plastic 1/4″ headband has got to be one of my new favorites!  I’m talking a 10-minute project here….

Here is the recipe:

        Oatmeal Cookies in a Jar

• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Using a 1 quart jar, layer in the ingredients in the order given.  *IMPORTANT:  Pack down the jar after each addition.  Put the lid on, and cover with a 6-inch square of fabric.  (You could make a circle.  I cut the corners off my square so they didn’t stick out so much).  Secure the fabric over the lid using a rubber band, then cover the rubber band by tying a nice piece of ribbon around the lid.  Attach a label to the jar with the following instructions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  In a medium bowl, cream together 3/4 cup of softened butter, with 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla.  Add the entire contents of the jar, and mix by hand until combined.  Drop dough by heaping spoonfuls onto an unprepared cookie sheet.  Bake for 12 to 15 minutes.  Makes 2 dozen cookies.

I made some labels for you, which you can access and print by clicking on this link:  Cookies for Santa Labels.psd 

Another idea:  Cut a 10-inch square from your favorite Christmas fabric and wrap up some candy, tie with a ribbon, and you have a great party favor!  I wrapped Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark in this candy cane fabric:

You can also wrap a charm square around your favorite candy bar and tie with a ribbon.  Attach to a wrapped package instead of a bow. 

Another fun idea is to make a drawstring bag and put gingerbread cookie mix inside.  Tie some cookie cutters to the bag.  Don’t forget to include instructions for making the cookies on a gift tag.

Monday, December 7              Quick and Easy Hot Pads–Instantly dress
                                                           up a plate of cookies or a loaf of bread

Tuesday, December 8             Fabric Flower–Embellish anything with
                                                         this beautiful blossom!  

Wednesday, December 9       Embellished Tea Towels–Every Kitchen
                                                          should have one

Thursday, December 10         Ribbon Memo Board–A great addition
                                                          to anyone’s bedroom or office

Friday, December 11               Body Warmer–A pretty version of an old
                                                          classic.  Put it in the microwave for
                                                          instant heat.

Saturday, December 12           Fun with Food–Great last-minute ways to
                                                           dress up simple gifts

Monday, December 13            Neptune Necklaces–beautifully
                                                            accessorize any ensemble

Tuesday, December 14            Notebook Cover–Perfect for the student,
                                                          writer, or organizer in your life

Wednesday, December 16       Mitten Pockets–A great way to make small
                                                            gifts delight any recipient

Thursday, December 17           Pincushion ring–so cute, you’ll need
                                                             to make one for yourself too!

Friday, December 18                Poinsettia Pin.  Calli from Make It Do will
                                                           be demonstrating.

Saturday, December 19           Fun with hair clips and headbands