Classes
We are offering a variety of classes for you to learn or improve your quilting skills and to challenge you with some new concepts. Check out the classes we have to offer below. There is limited space available so call us at 403-625-4353 to reserve your spot or to inquire for more details!
Updated September 16, 2019
Atomic Starburst
Class is Full
Instructor: Hayley Whelpton
Saturday September 21, 10am-4pm
Cost: $50 - Includes Instruction and Pattern
This is a basic paper piecing class. Many of you have wanted to explore this technique but don't want to take on the challenge of a large paper piecing project. This might be the quilt for you. This is a great scrap buster or we can help you build a kit from our great in store fabric selection.
Poppy Trapunto
Class is Full
Instructor - Judy Barnett
September 28, 9:30am-4:30pm
Cost: $75 (Includes Panel, backing, batting and instruction)
Transform a Poppy Panel into a beautiful 3D wall hanging with the "trapunto technique" that Judy gives you the instruction and confidence to do. Trapunto is a style of quilting that raises and highlights certain parts of the fabric. It's easy to learn.
"Five & Dime"
Kansas Trouble Quilters
Instructor: Hayley Whelpton
October 1 and 15 – 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $69 - Loose Change Book and KT Five & Dime Ruler are included in the cost of the class (both are required)
With just a layer cake and a charm pack you can create a quilt in a day (or a few evenings). Choose 2 different fabric collections of precuts for a scrappier look. Kits are available in store. Great class for beginners and more experienced quilters as well.
Threaducation
Class is Full
Instructor - Donna Kendall
October 5, 9:30 am-4:00 pm
Cost: $35 includes a Kit with samples of many threads and practice fabric
How much do you know about the different kinds of threads and needles? Join this interactive session and get comfortable using a wide variety of them on your sewing machine. Get set to work the kinks out of tension issues and learn which thread works best for each of your projects.
Free Motion Quilting Workshop for Beginners
Class is Full
Date: October 18, 6-8:30pm & October 19, 9:30am-3:30pm
Instructor: Kathy Witdouck
Cost:$75
This Class is for true beginners to Free Motion Quilting. You will learn to make basic shapes, which can then be combined into basic FMQ designs. By the end of this 2 day workshop you will have learned to make the Many new designs including Snowballs, Pebbles, Clamshells, Apple Core and Bear Claws.
Christmas One Day - In Store Retreat
Holiday Lodge by Deb Strain for Moda
November 8 (9:30am – 5:30pm) OR Saturday November 9 (9:30am – 5:30pm)
Cost $149
Get ready to come to the store for a one day retreat and have lots of fun. You will each have a prepackaged kit that we will all work on together throughout the day. We will also spoil you with a full Christmas dinner. This is a great day to spend with friends. Sign up as a group - but space is limited.
Quilt as you Go
Instructor: Nancy Blezy
Tuesday November 12 - 10am - 3pm
Cost; $50 - includes Quilt as you Go Handbook by Pauline Rogers and use of our sashing tools and instruction
Would you like to quilt your own quilts on your sewing machine?
With Quilt As You Go you make and quilt individual blocks on your sewing machine. Then join the blocks together and finally add the pre-quilted borders. These techniques allow you to work in small sections at a time and eliminate all the bulk that frustrates most quilters!
Sew Along the Curves Class
Instructor - Nancy Blezy
The 3rd Tuesday of every month from 10am-4pm except December
Cost: $10 per month
Work at your own pace on any Sew Kind Of Wonderful, Quick Curve or Mini Curve Ruler Project. Drop in once or come in every month. This is a great opportunity to learn new techniques, make great friends and enjoy the great atmosphere of Willow Creek Quilts
Block of the Month
We are super excited to unveil our latest Block of the Month
“Charlotte” Medallion Style Block of the Month – 111” x 111”
Fabric by Robert Kaufman – Pattern by Carrie Quinn
Date: Starting September 1, 2019 - 10 months
Cost: Beginning cost of $25.95 (which is the cost of the pattern), then the 10 months after that will be $47.50 (+ the cost of mailing, if needed). Cost includes all fabric for the top and the binding. – Backing sold separately.
Join us for this unique “chunk of the month” medallion style quilt made with stunning Robert Kaufman fabric. You will have the choice of using tried and true techniques and/or learning new techniques as we piece this beautiful quilt. In store help will be available as well.
NOTE: Spots are reserved with payment. Reservations can be transferred and will only be returned if a replacement for your seat can be found.