Workshops

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All workshops are held at the St. John’s Methodist Church in our regular meeting room.

Workshops begin promptly at 9 AM. Bring a lunch. A refrigerator is available.

Non members are welcome to take our workshops. Please use the non-member fee guidelines for each workshop.

Any questions, give me a call or e-mail me.
Melida Boman 1005 NW 22^nd Moore, OK 73160 mamadragon3@gmail.com

NOTE: You will need to highlight to print the section that you want. Supply lists will be posted at least one month before workshop. Registration is required.

2009

June No workshop.

July 23^rd Workshop: Bonnie Sable

“Quilted Postcard”

½ day Morning workshop 9am-12pm

½ day Afternoon workshop 1pm-4pm

Fees: Registration fee is $10, Class fee is $25

Nonmembers: Registration is $20

www.quilted-postcards.com

SUPPLY LIST for QUILTED POSTCARD class

If you have a copy of the book, Positively Postcards, please bring it! Purchase of book is not required for this class (but will be available for $24.95 if desired).

sewing machine that does a zigzag stitch (satin stitching). Note: sewing machine should be in good running order...tension balanced, oiled recently if needed, needle changed in the last eight hours of sewing time, etc. If you are not real familiar with adjusting the zigzag (satin stitch), please bring your machine’s instruction manual.

If you have a free-motion or darning foot, bring that along.

extension cord?

thread – black – at least half a spool – white, one bobbin full plus a back-up spool or second bobbin – a few favorite colors, plus any metallics you might have for embellishing. Cotton thread works best for the satin stitch on the edge of the postcard – rayon thread is so thin that it takes many layers of stitching to cover the edge.

Sharp Small Scissors for fussy cutting

normal supplies...scissors, a few pins, a needle for handsewing

rotary cutter and small mat, if you have one that is convenient to carry with you

a scrap of fabric for testing machine satin-stitching

bring along at least one spare sewing-machine needle

If you have a teflon pressing sheet for using fusible web, please bring it; but don't go buy one, we can share (I'll bring two).

Fabrics: you may of course bring your own fabrics and batting and embellishments—it’s always good to use up your stash, and quilted postcards are a great way to use those fun fat quarters you’ve collected. Quilting is always enhanced when two or three fabrics or trims coordinate, so try to bring along a few things that go together, as well as threads. 22” of ribbon to embellish the edge is nice—the narrower the ribbon, the easier it is to stitch and miter (1/8” is my favorite width).

Or, Bonnie will have kits for sale (all postcard kits are $4 to $8):

Innards kits are $4 per kit (makes one postcard): includes one 4” x 6” piece of Peltex 72 (stiffner, fusible on both sides), two 4” x 6” pieces of Stitchwitchery (fusible), two layers of Warm & Natural batting, and two pieces of white cotton fabric for the message side (one of which is rubber-stamped “Post Card”).

Bonnie will also bring along some postcard kits from her website—you can see some of them at

www.quilted-postcards.com. If there is a particular postcard kit at the website that you’d like to make, please email Bonnie ahead of time so she can be sure to bring that kit along (no obligation to purchase it, as you may want a different kit once you see them all).

A checklist for assembling your postcard will be provided during the class. Bring a carefree spirit – with postcards, it’s all about just having fun.

Questions are welcomed!

quilted-postcards.com

Bonnie Sabel

email: bonnie@quilted-postcards.com

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Aug. 27^th Workshop: Brenda Esslinger

Friday Workshop: “Fractured Quilts” 9am-4pm

Fee: Registration fee $10, Class fee $30

Nonmembers: Registration fee $20

Supplies Needed:

Book: Fabulous Fractures by Brenda Esslinger Phone 946-0817

Rotary cutter with fresh sharpe blade

Cutting mat

18’’ (or longer) cutting ruler

12’’ cutting square (extact size is not imprortant)

Sewing machine with a fresh needle

Neutral thread

Small stickers (about ½ ‘’ x ¾ ‘’ or smaller, post-it notes will NOT work)

Pen or pencil

Optional supplies:

Fine, sharp straight pins

Stiletto or other sharp pointed tool

Fabric nedded:

For this class you will nee a large scale design with out too much in the way of open spaces. Large florals and orientals are good choices. You will need 4 copies of the image you are going to fracture.

Before coming to class:

Practice sewing a 1/8’’ seam allowance on your machine. If you are sewing on a sigzag machine, you will probably find it easier to do with your needle pushed all the way to the right. Having a perfect 1/8 ‘’ seam allowance is ont imprortant. Having a consistent seam allowance is.

Go check out her blog http:/brenda723.vox.com for quilt pics.

Sept. 24^th Workshop: Marilyn Withrow

Friday Workshop: “Judging and Appraising” 9am-4pm

Fee: Regisration fee $10, Class Fee $30

Nonmembers: Registration fee $20

The morning session will be spent on appraising. It won’t teach you how to BE an appraiser (that takes a lot longer than two hours!) but it will teach you ABOUT appraising:

** what goes into appraising

** what you need to do if you want to become an appraiser

** the different types of appraisals

** why you should have your quilts appraised

** what to look for to determine a quilt’s value.

** ethics of appraising

We will also study fabric dating, styles of quilting at different times in our history, and other things that must be considered when giving an appraisal (threads, dyes, history of quilt, etc.) This section of the class will give you insight into what is involved in appraising quilts and determining the value of your own quilts, as well as any you may be considering buying or selling in the future. I will have quilts with me to illustrate various time periods and values. Please bring your own quilts to be used as examples. Two or three oral appraisals will be given during the class (with no extra charge) depending on the time available. We can discuss care and repair of quilts also, if time allows.

We’ll take a brief lunch break and then the rest of the day will be spent on judging:

** what judges look for

** how to make your quilt an award-winner,

** how to enter a show with a reasonable expectation of winning an award

** ethics of judging

Then we’ll have hands-on judging. I will bring quilts – the good, the bad and the ugly – to illustrate judging points. Please bring any quilts you’d like to have judged – ones you’ve made, ones someone else has made, good, bad or otherwise……… then it’s YOUR turn to judge and see what it feels like. I’ll also share my judging experiences in county fairs, State fairs, big shows, small shows – and judging in other venues.

NOTE: Antique and vintage quilts are not judged, so please bring those only for the appraisal portion of the class.

BRING TO CLASS:

Cameras, if you choose, as photographs are allowed.

Notepad, pencils and pencil sharpener (no ballpoint pens allowed near the quilts)

No recording permitted, but you may take notes on anything occurring in class.

Be aware of makeup and jewelry you are wearing – please leave any jewelry at home that might catch on any of the quilts. Obviously, you don’t have to take off your wedding rings – they can be turned around or taped if you are handling the quilts -- but other jewelry should not be worn around the quilts. Professional judges and appraisers do not wear makeup around quilts, in an abundance of caution to protect the quilts, so you’ll get me in all my “natural beauty” – join me in a makeup-free day!

White gloves or antibacterial hand cleaner.

The most important thing to bring to class? An open mind, a love of quilts, and a desire to learn everything you can about them.

www.marilynquilts.com

Oct. 22^nd Workshop: Ellen Anne Eddy

Workshops: Friday: “Dragonfly Sky” 9am-4pm

Dragonfly Sky

This easy pattern with its lovely dragonfly will help us explore the use of Angelina fiber, soft edge appliqué, and bobbin work with thick and thin threads. A 12" square project with most the design decisions made for you gives you the time and space to focus on learning technique and finishing what you've started. These will be one day classes, strictly project oriented, for beginning and medium skilled students who want to focus on production.
1 Session, 6 hours

A. Stabilize quilt surface
B. Fuse Angelina/ Crystalina
C. Back with Steam a Seam 2 and cut forms
D. Cut clouds
E. Soft Edge appliqué clouds and moon
E. Trace pattern on to Totally Stable
F. Fuse pattern to back of quilt
G. Stitch dragonfly with thick thread in bobbin
H. Stipple piece with sliver

Materials for12"x 12" Wall Hanging

     1/2yard fabric for top (hand-dye available)
     14" x 14" piece of Hydrostick (preferred)
      Totally Stable
       Scraps of sheers or lace for clouds
       Angelina and/or Crystalina
      Thick Decorative threads‑Metallics, rayons, irridescents, both thick
     #40 Polyester embroidery threads to match
      Sliver threads to stipple
      Monofilament nylon
      Steam a Seam 2

Tools:

Zigzag sewing machine with darning foot
Extra bobbin case (optional for Pfaffs, drop in bobbin machines)
#90 topstitching needles
Extra Bobbins (at least 10)
pencils
sharpie marker
Scissors

Halo hoop

I know that threads, stabilizers and fabrics can be hard to find. I'll bring all of those for you with class. Bring whatever you would like to work with. If it isn't ideal, I'll have other choices available for you. $15 handout charge including book, pattern.
All prices subject to change without notice.

Sat. “Landscape designs” 9am -12pm

Fees: Registration fee $10, Class fee $35 (full) ($15 booklet fee), $25 ( ½ day)

Nonmembers: Registration fee $20

You’ll build fantastic landscapes flowers, and natural forms in this class. Cut-away appliqué allows you to do anatomically impossible appliqué. Using the latest fusibles we can add brocades, lame’s and organza sheers, to create the illusions of smoke, mist, water, or fire, using hand-dyed cotton creates wonderful vines, trees and greenery. Over it all, we add a layer of
incredible machine embroidery and embellishment. Truly magical. Skill level: Beginner/ Expert

Class Outline
A. Discuss quilt design
1.Discuss fabric and thread choices
2.Discuss difference between direct appliqué and reverse
B. Prepare top for quilting
1. add layers
3. Mark design
4. Baste
C. appliqué demo,
1.Discuss technique choices
a. Direct appliqué
b. Cut-away
D. Stitch choice
1. Darning foot for organic lines
2. Walking foot for straight or gently curved lines

E. Choose threads
F. Quilt outline
G. Trim out design
H. Demo appliqué bead techniques
I. Encase raw edges in appliqué bead
J. Demo adding decorative stitching over the overlay
Materials :

for 22"x18" Wall Hanging
(You can choose whatever size you wish)
1 fat?quarter yard fabric for top (hand-dye available)
1 fat quarter of fuse a shade ( heavy weight iron-on Pellon)
1-3 yards of Steam a Seam 2 12” wide
several scraps of sheers, lames, lace, or organza fabric for overlay
You can bring thread but you may not get to this step in class.
Decorative threads?Metallics, rayons, irridescents, both thick and thin.
(each metallic or thicker thread should have a, #40, rayon thread to match)

Tools:

Rotary Cutter and mat
Zigzag sewing machine with appliqué foot, and darning foot
Extra bobbin case (optional)
#90 Jeans or topstitching needles
Extra Bobbins (5?10)
1 pair, pelican (appliqué) scissors
Marking pencils or chalk
quilt-tack(you may use mine)
6-9” wooden machine embroidery hoop (optional)
Lo ran Needle threader
Chenille needles( a large sharp hand sewing needle with a big eye):
I have fabrics, threads and stabilizers available for students in class. If you have any doubts about materials or tools, please call or mail me. I’ll help make sure you have what you need.

www.ellenanneeddy.com

Nov. 19^th Workshop: Evelyn Day

Friday Workshop: Pending

Dec.17^th No Workshop

-2010-

Jan. 28^th No Workshop

Feb. 25^th No Workshop

March 25^th Workshop: Mary Anne Tate

Friday Workshop: “Design your own Quiltting” 9am-4pm

Fee: Registration $10, Class fee:$25

Nonmembers: registration is $20

April 22^nd Program: Sherrill Lewis

Friday Workshop: "Off The Surface and Over The Edge" which includes

3-D beading stitches and fringes

Fee: Registration fee $10, Class fee:$60 (this includes the kit fee)

Nonmembers: Registration fee $20

May 27^th No Workshop

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COQG Workshop Director

Melida Boman
1005 NW 22nd
Moore, OK 73160

405-735-3703
mamadragon3@gmail.com