Classes
We have many classes. These have included beginners classes in Applique, Stained Glass and Foundation Piecing. Please see details below of classes offered in the coming months. These include some of our old faithfuls and some new classes. We are also starting a Wednesday afternoon class. Drop in sessions For more information call us on 08 8948 0691.
Jane Groves Workshops Held from 15th - 24th July. To enable all attendees to get the most from these workshops it is assumed they will all know the basics of cutting and piecing etc. If you are not sure if you've reached this level it would be best if you have done an introductory patchwork class first. Booking must be made and a deposit of 50% paid at the time of booking to seccure your placement in any of these workshops. Class signup ends a fortnight (example) in advance to class starting date. Class size will be strictly limited. All workshops cost $110 plus the cost any patterns, books and all materials required. Requirements lists will be provided once class is paid for. Kits may be available if you prefer, but must be requested early.
Jane will be forwarding her sample quilts shortly fo you to view in the shop or check out Jane's website. Panel Play Wall Hanging
Create a wall hanging with a difference. Processes include accuarcy of cutting and piecing. A good intermediate Quilt.
Two Season Table Topper
This design is a double sided log cabin quilt, small in size. Peicing and sandwiching and "quilt as you go" all in one process. Once mastered these techniques can be replicated to create larger quilt tops.
Trunk Show Talk Saturday 17th July. Trunk Show Talk - This is a free session provided by the shop for our customers (Will be repeated throughout the day). Come and listen meet and talk with Jane. Jane will talk about herself, her classes, quilts and experiences. Many of you will know Jane from her previous visits to QITTE. Jane teaches the use of Phaff and Husqvarna machines, plus sewing, patchwork and quilting in her Townsville Studio. If you have problems with your sewing, patchwork, embroidery or machine she may be able to assist you.
In My Garden
A Wallhanging with a difference. Processess includes foundation piecing, bias making, fabric folding and button application. An advanced wall hanging for those who desire a challenge.
Four-Colour Convergance
This Workshop produces an approx. 1.50 metre square quilt (top only). Using Ricky Timms techniques of strip piecing to create a contempary blending of fabrics. A good intermediate quilt (has taught this workshop priviously in Darwin).
Contemporay Scrap Quilt
Size: 85cm x 1.10 metre. This quilt allows an interplay of fabric with a simple raw edge technique. Once mastered, these technique can be used to create larger quilt tops. A good beginer quilt, with a contempary twist. Processes include basic patchworking sandwiching and quilting.
Little Patchwork Village Quilt
No class currently scheduled.
If you are interested in joining this class inquire at the shop or through the contact details accessable at the bottom of this page. A deposit needs to be paid to secure a class booking.
This quilt can be embroided as redwork or any other colour you would like. Margaret will show you how to embroider your centre squares. You will then be show how to cut your fabric and piece your blocks before joining all together and adding borders for the quilt top. A kit, as shown, is avaliable at additional cost. Cost $40 for the first week and $25 for each subsequent week, pattern will be provided in the first session.
Requirements
Fabrics. Sewing machine in good working order (does yours need a service?) General sewing supplies, scissors, thread, needles, rotary cutter, mat (for home), ruler etc.
Beginners Patchwork - Rectangular Pizzazz Quilt No class currently scheduled.
If you are interested in joining this class inquire at the shop or through the contact details accessable at the bottom of this page. A deposit needs to be paid to secure a class booking. Deb will show you how to make the quilt shown using a design from the book Rectangular Pizzazz by Judy Sisneros Great for using larger scale prints and coordinates. Cost $110 (Includes the book. If you already have the book class cost is reduced.) Requirements Fabrics. Sewing machine in good working order (does yours need a service?) General sewing supplies, scissors, thread, needles, rotary cutter, mat (for home), ruler etc.
Beginners Patchwork - 9 Patch Pizzazz Quilt No class currently scheduled.
If you are interested in joining this class inquire at the shop or through the contact details accessable at the bottom of this page. A deposit needs to be paid to secure a class booking. This quilt is based on a basic 6 1/2 inch block or combination of the same. Debbie will show you how to make the quilt shown which is a design from the book 9 Patch Pizzazz by Judy Sisneros. Great for using larger scale prints and coordinates.
Cost $120 (Includes the book. If you already have the book class cost is reduced.) Fabrics are an additional cost. Please ensure fabrics are purchased, washed and ironed prior to the class. Requirements Fabrics. Sewing machine in good working order (does yours need a service?) General sewing supplies, scissors, thread, needles, rotary cutter, mat (for home), ruler etc.
Bali Star No class currently scheduled. Please contact the shop (contact details provided by the link in the bookings section of this page) if you are interested in this class. Bali Star is a new pattern we recently imported from Calico Carriage Quilts designer Debbie Maddie in the US. Cost $80 (includes pattern) Requirements Fabrics. Sewing machine in good working order (does yours need a service?) General sewing supplies, scissors, thread, needles, rotary cutter, mat, ruler etc.
No class currently scheduled. Please contact the shop (contact details provided by the link in the bookings section of this page) if you are interested in this class. Julie Wilson will show you how to use EZ Quilting Tri Recs for those new to class and Tri Mate templates for the ongoing (as shown at the March 7 workshop). Once learnt you can go on to use these in your other projects. Cost $50 (plus you will need to purchase the template set)
Requirements Fabrics. Sewing machine in good working order (does yours need a service?) General sewing supplies, scissors, thread, needles, rotary cutter, mat(to work at home, no need to bring to class) ruler templates etc.
Bookings We do not accept bookings for classes online. If interested please contact the shop by email or phone
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