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ANA BUZZALINO CLASSES
Class: From Sketch to Stitch - Vibrant Colour with Inktense Pencils
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Date: Friday May 30 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Kit Fee: $10.00
Class Overview: In this class, you will use a sketched design (provided) to free-motion quilt it on the fabric as if you were sketching on a sketch pad. Free-motion techniques will be demonstrated. Filler motifs and background motifs will be discussed to be able to fully quilt the background. Did I lose you at “Free-motion quilting?” Don’t worry, this is the perfect piece for you to try your hand at the technique or improve on it. Once the design is fully quilted, it will be colored using Inktense pencils. Different techniques will be demonstrated.
Class: 2 for 1 - Introduction to Transfer Artist Paper and Acrylic Skins
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Date: Saturday May 31 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Kit Fee: $35.00
Class Overview: Welcome to a workshop where I share the secrets of two techniques near and dear to my heart: image transfer and acrylic skins. We will explore the art of image transfer onto fabric. I've experimented with various techniques, but let me tell you, TAP is unparalleled in its ease of use and success. The second technique is Acrylic Skins. These acrylic skins require few supplies and are fun and addictive to make and will add an element of surprise and interest to your artwork: quilts, sketchbooks, painting, collages, etc. Join me as I tell you the tricks of the trade for these two techniques I love to use in my own work: Transfer Artist Paper and Acrylic Skins.
Class: Slow Stitching - Scrolls, Rolls & More
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Date: Sunday June 1 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Do you remember the world before the Internet? What did we do before screens, tablets and phones? The world seemed to move at a slower pace then, and although I use technology every day – it seems we cannot escape it – not even during our creative moments, I wonder sometimes at our need to do everything faster. This is where the slow movement comes in. Slow stitching is about enjoying the moment you take to create. My slow stitching moments take form with hand-stitching. I love everything about it: the fact that it is highly portable, that I don’t need a lot of materials to achieve lovely results and that it allows me to think while stitching. Join me in this class where I will share with you a lovely project to make a scroll using small pieces of fabric that may have a meaning to you – old, used, vintage or new. I will share some of my favourite stitches, threads and decorative ways to display your scrolls and rolls.
Class: Windows and Portals
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Date: Monday June 2 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Turn your fabric scraps into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! In this workshop, you'll create a beautifully quilted piece using scraps, then cut a unique window design to reveal a hidden treasure displayed from behind. Whether it's a stunning fabric panel, an embroidered motif, or another artistic surprise, this technique allows you to showcase layers of creativity. Perfect for all skill levels, this class combines quilting, artistry, and a touch of mystery to craft a piece that's truly your own. Walking foot stitching will be demonstrated, and ideas will be shared to create other pieces of work using this technique.
Class: New York Beauties made Easy
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Date: Tuesday June 3 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: New York Beauties blocks are beautiful and seem very intricate and difficult to piece, when in truth they are quite simple once you learn a few tips and tricks. In this class, you will learn a technique to ensure that these blocks are all the same size and perfectly square. The class will cover paper piecing and impartial seems. Students will work on a 20″ cushion top.
In the one-day workshop, students will have time to make a few of the blocks. There will be a demo on assembling the pillow top.
The workshop fee includes a PDF booklet with colour photographs and step-by-step written instructions.
There’s an optional kit with all fabrics for the pillow on my website. Each sold separately.
Class: Trees, Trees & More Trees
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Date: Wednesday June 4 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Join me for a hands-on, creative journey where we’ll explore the beauty and elegance of bare trees, focusing on the intricate shapes of their branches and the sky peeking through them. Together, we’ll design your very own tree pattern, capturing the subtle grace of nature in its simplest form. I’ll guide you step-by-step through the process of sketching and building your tree design, then show you how to bring it all together into a finished textile piece. Whether you’re inspired by the quiet stillness of winter or the detailed structure of nature, this class will offer you new skills and ideas to weave into your art. Embrace the magic of trees and create something uniquely your own!
Class: Simple Landscapes with Stitch and Paint
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Date: Thursday June 5 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: In this workshop, students will work on a wall hanging. We will discuss fabric placement and colour choices before cutting and sewing simple curves to prepare the background, without marking or pinning. Once the background has been finished and the basic landscape sewn, the design is drawn on the fabric. The piece will then be quilted in preparation for painting. A quilting demo will be offered with different background fillers. Painting techniques – including shading and highlighting – will be demonstrated.
BRETT LEWIS CLASSES
CLASS: The Wanderer Quilt
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DATES: Friday May 30 from 9 am to 4 pm
Class Registration: $145.00
Kit Fee: $20.00
Class Overview: A Natural Born Quilter original pattern featuring traditional, and foundation paper piecing (FPP). This is a great class for an introduction to foundation paper piecing (no curves)! We will spend the day working on the foundation paper piecing blocks to complete the quilt. Participants will complete numerous blocks and have the skill set to personalize their quilts and complete it at home.
Class Goal: Center Focal block, HST two at a time, flying geese, and spectrum block.
CLASS: Summerland Mini Quilt
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Dates: Saturday May 31 from 9 am - Noon
Registration Fee: $80.00
Kit Fee: $65.00
Class Overview: Summerland is a Natural Born Quilter original pattern featuring his latest fabric collection Ornithology. Students will be given an introduction, or further their skills using foundation paper and sewing curves. We will spend the workshop piecing blocks from the Summerland quilt pattern to create the start of a beautiful mini quilt. Students can also use the blocks created in the workshop to complete the full size quilt at home (purchasing additional fabric at their local quilt shop). Size: 30”x30”. Technique featured: Foundation Paper Piecing: Flying Geese and New York Beauty Blocks.
Class Goal: Complete NYB block, Flying geese, and Spectrum Block.
Level: confident beginner/intermediate.
Class: Prairie Reflections
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Date: Saturday May 31 from 1 - 4 pm
Class Registration: $80.00
Kit Fee: $30.00
Class Overview: : Prairie Reflections is a Natural Born Quilter original pattern featuring NBQ's favourite "splice fussy cutting" technique. We will spend the class learning how to piece this optical illusion block, as well as an introduction to foundation paper piecing. Participants will be well under way to completing this project during the class that can be turned into a pillow, mini-quilt, or continue making multiple blocks to make a show-stopping quilt.
Class Goal: Complete mini quilt/pillow block.
Level: confident beginner.
Class: Chic Picnic
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Date: Sunday June 1 from 9 am - 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: : The Chic Picnic is a classic Sew Kind of Wonderful pattern using the Quick Curve Ruler (no pins!) Students will learn how to cut and piece this quilt using this incredible tool. Colour and fabric selection will be discussed, as well as block layout, so that each participant has a unique start to their own quilt.
Class Goal: One complete circle or (4) basic units.
Level: confident beginner.
Bonny Voice Classes
Class: Find it and Finish it!
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Date: Saturday May 31, Sunday June 1, Monday June 2 and/or Tuesday June 3 from 9 am to 4 pm
Class Registration: $145.00/day
Class Overview: Do you have an unfinished project or two lying around that’s taking space in your mind and/or storage? Perhaps you’ve lost the pattern or don’t remember what it was supposed to be in the first place? Maybe you’re frustrated or just don’t like it anymore. If so, this is the class for you. Bonny will help you (re)construct your garment or quilting project. Using your combined creative imagination and skills you’ll work to turn your UFO into something new and/or usable.
Dianne Jansson's Classes
Class: Border Sampler
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Date: Friday May 30 and Saturday May 31 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $255.00
Class Overview: As quilters become more skilled and the number of finished quilts grows, more thought is given to the borders that surround the main quilt design. Early Quilts are bordered by bands of fabric that relate comfortably with the body of the design. As skills grow, more creative border solutions are considered. This border sampler teaches 10 different border designs that can be adapted to full size quilts, and is suitable for any skill level. You will not complete the quilt top in 2 days but will have most of the blocks ready to be assembled.
Class: Where's the Logic
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Date: Monday June 2 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Create colourful interwoven designs that resemble a maze puzzle, using sixty degree triangles. Use your brightest, most colourful fabrics to produce a quilt with and "attitude", or be a little more subtle. The fun is in the designing - the sewing is very simple. Make a wall quilt, or use the design as a medallion centre for a larger quilt. Homework required prior to class
Class: Superstars
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Date: Tuesday June 3 and Wednesday June 4 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $255.00
Class Overview: Take a 9 patch maple leaf quilt block and stretch it to sixty degrees. Use the resulting diamond shapes to create an amazing star design. Every quilt will be based on the same design layout, but will be totally different because of the fabric choice and layout. Do not come to class with a preconceived idea - leave your mind open to new colour combinations and design concepts. The actual sewing is easy.
Class: Exploring Celtic Design
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Date: Thursday June 5 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Celtic Knotwork designs have been part of history since early civilization. Ancient religious documents, and illustrations such as The Book of Kells, have recorded this unique art form. The designs continue to be popular in modern time, especially in textile arts. Spend a relaxing day learning how to design your own Celtic patterns, and methods used for sewing them.
Jan Bones Classes
Class: Pants Drafting and Fitting
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Date: Thursday May 29 and Friday May 30 from 9 am to 4pm
Registration Fee: 255.00
Kit Fee: $30.00
Class Overview: In this workshop you will learn how to take body measurement and then use “pattern drafting” techniques to create your own pant pattern. You will then make a fabric test copy of your pattern and we will check the fit you have achieved. We will make the fitting changes needed and transfer them to your own personalized pattern! This is a fun and busy workshop that will show you how “pattern drafting” opens up a whole new world of personal fitting and design choice.
Class: Skirt Making
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Date: Saturday May 31 and Sunday June 1 from 9 am to 4pm
Registration Fee: $255.00
Kit Fee: $15.00
Class Overview: This class will teach you the sewing details to create a great skirt.
Bring your fabrics, notions, your own personalized drafted pattern from 2024 or any commercial pattern you choose. The fabrics may be wool, cotton, polyester, printed, plain, crinkled or smooth. Lining is an option with cotton, polyester or rayon all being good choices, depending on the season for the skirt. The choices are endless.
We will begin by making various samples of important skirt techniques: waistline finishes, hem choices and closure ideas. Jan will provide a kit for you to try the techniques. Our focus will then turn to your skirt construction. Skirts are the best! In the summer they are cool, in the winter with a pair of tights, they are warm and skirts team up with every style of top. We will fill up this 2 day workshop to the brim
Class: The Hoodie
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Date: Monday June 2 and Tuesday June 3 from 9 am to 4pm
Registration Fee: $255.00
Kit Fee: $15.00
Class Overview: This versatile knee length “Lingerie Secrets” pattern may just become your favourite ‘after shower’ robe OR jacket OR cardigan OR even a rain coat! A separating zipper (approx 60cm long) is good centre front closure or the Hoodie may be made and worn as a wrap style. It is an easy fitting hooded silhouette with many options for the pockets, hem finishes, wrist treatments.
Fabrics could be knit, woven, light or heavy, print or plain, printed with a border weight, or try upcycling household linens…so much fun!! Expect to want more than one!
Class: Nice Nightie
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Date: Wednesday June 4 from 9 am to 4pm
Registration Fee: 145.00
Kit Fee: $45.00
Class Overview: When we combine stretchy knit fabrics & elastic and lace, the sky is the limit!. The Nice Nightie is a design to flatter the figure in a sexy, comfy kind of way. You will spend the day sewing your own precut Nice Nightie (knee length) & learning to complete all the details….fabric to gather, a shaped lace neckline to create, seams to sew and elastic edges to finish. This “Lingerie Secrets’’ pattern by Jan Bones is designed for knit fabrics with stretch in both the crosswise and the lengthwise directions. The fabric will be 95% cotton & 5% spandex. The cotton neckline lace has no stretch to keep everything smooth. This design could also be beautiful as a dress, or for “lounging around” or made shorter as a camisole. Jan will prepare all the kits in advance and bring them to class.
Class: Bra Making Fundamentals
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Date: Saturday May 31 and Sunday June 1 om 9 am - 4 pm
Registration Fee: $255.00
Kit Fee: $65.00
Class Overview: This comprehensive 2-day workshop includes a custom bra fitting prior to the workshop. (This normally takes place the day/evening before the workshop as it allows us to take full advantage of the construction and techniques taught during the workshop) You will learn all the construction techniques required to sew all types of bras and intimate apparel. In this workshop we will focus on the full band classic bra. The first day begins with theory on fabric and find and then cutting out the fabric with a bra pattern altered specifically for each student. The second day is devoted to the completion of the bra, testing the fit and adjusting the pattern if necessary. If time permits you will start on a second bra with lace accents.
Class: Shelley Bra Workshop
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Date: Monday June 2 and Tuesday June 3 from 9 am - 4 pm
Registration Fee: $255.00
Kit Fee: $65.00
Class Overview: Join Jeanette in taking your well-fitting bra to the next level. In this workshop you will use your own well-fitting bra pattern and turn it into a boutique styled bra. Jeanette will show you drafting techniques that will allow you to make supportive and decorative changes to your pattern. You will also learn a new construction workflow to allow you a smooth completion of this bra.
Class: Supportive Swimwear
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Date: Wednesday June 4 and Thursday June 5 from 9 am - 4 pm
Registration Fee: $255.00
Kit Fee: $75.00
Class Overview: Now that you have a well-fitting bra pattern, why not have a supportive swimsuit as well. Join Jeanette in two-day workshop where you will learn to make the basic princess style or darted one-piece swimsuit. You will also learn how to insert a floating bra into your new suit to make a supported swimsuit. The first morning will be fitting of your swimsuit, altering your pattern to fit you and to cut the fabrics required. You will complete your suit by the end of the second day.
Liz Thompson's Classes
Class: Learn to Rule with Rulers
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Date: Friday May 30 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Kit Fee: $25.00
Class Overview: Ruler Quilting? Do you own a bunch of quilting rulers/templates but are confused about when & how to use hem? We will talk about rulers/templates for quilting and how to use them as we quilt a lovely printed cotton panel with lots of opportunity to put your rulers to work. This class is for anyone who wants to learn ruler quilting or get motivated to USE your rulers.
Class: Computer 101 for Machine Embroidery
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Date: Saturday May 31 from 9 am to Noon
Registration Fee: $80.00
Class Overview: Learn how to download a design; save it on your computer + find it later. Learn tricks for getting it to your embroidery machine to stitch; discover features on your embroidery machine that you did not know you had! YES ……. This will make your machine embroidery SO much easier and more fun as you will say goodbye to frustration and head scratching!
Class:
Stabilizers Demystified
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Date: Saturday May 31 from 1 - 4 pm
Registration Fee: $80.00
Kit Fee: $5.00
Class Overview: Do you get confused by the huge array of stabilizer and interfacing products available on the market? Do you have no idea what you have, what you need and how and when to use them? Then this class is definitely for you! Liz will simplify your choices and identify what you already have so please bring samples of these to class.
A Workbook will be provided including samples of stabilizers you may not already have to attach in the workbook for future reference
Class: Jalie Jamboree
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Date: Sunday June 1 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: This very popular and relaxing class is back! Liz will guide you on the satisfying creative garment sewing journey, using the Jalie pattern of your choice. Firstly we will figure out what size of your Jalie pattern to use and how to trace the master pattern. Next up will be to economic cutting out of the fabric so you don't waste or cut in the wrong direction! Then you will sew up your knit fabric garment and be so pleased with your accomplishment.
Class: In the Hoop Embroidery Projects
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Date: Monday June 2 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Kit Fee: $30.00
Class Overview: Let’s put our embroidery machines to very good use by making a selection of in-the-hoop projects that are quick and easy items which make perfect gifts for friends and family. Gifts like these are so appreciated as you can personalize them and they are so much less expensive than buying similar ready made gifts. Let’s make 2025 more affordable!
AND you will learn a bunch of different techniques as you get creative with your hoops! There will be at least 3 different projects to embroider in class. Your kit will contain most of what you need to make each project: fabric, stabilizer, designs, etc.
Melissa Marginet
Classes
Class: Quilting with your Walking Foot
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Date: Sunday June 1 from 9am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: As a participant in this class, you will make samples of different quilting ideas that can be executed on the home sewing machine with a walking foot. Not everyone can afford a longarm quilter or wants to have someone else quilt their quilt, and not everyone enjoys free motion quilting. You will create samples of walking foot designs on small quilt sandwiches to help you understand what makes each design successful. We will also look at variations of the designs you stitch out. These samples will be a great reference for you when deciding how to quilt your next quilt. This class includes information on quilting all sizes of quilts on the home sewing machine. - ALL LEVELS.. The class is based on Melissa's book Walking foot Quilting Designs which is recommended for the class.
Class: Interwoven Art
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Date: Monday June 2 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Create a beautiful and interesting 18” x 18” art quilt using four fat quarters that weave into each other using a quilt as you go method. Instructions will be provided to make either a tote bag or a cushion with your Interwoven Art or you can just bind it and display it proudly. - CONFIDENT BEGINNER AND UP
Class: Florentine Bargello
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Date: Tuesday June 3 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Create this appealing Bargello Quilt which can be made in various sizes from a bed runner to a large quilt. This pattern is created by using the cut, sew, cut again, and sew method similar to a regular Bargello quilt. Once you’ve made one you can create endless designs using the same technique. – ALL LEVELS
Class: Stash Busting with Half Square Quadrangles
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Date: Wednesday June 4 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: What exactly is a Half Square Quadrangle? The Half Square Quadrangle (HSQ) is a shape that offers as many possibilities as the half square triangle but is more interesting and has no points to worry about. In this class you will learn how to make an HSQ template and how to use it with a ruler to make cutting the shape a breeze. Each participant will design their own unique quilt top. The many layout possibilities and the amount you have of each of your fabrics will ensure that you go home with a one-of-a-kind quilt top.
Class: Bargello Pojagi
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Date: Thursday June 5 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Bargello Pojagi window hanging, just the right size for your door. Pojagi is an ancient Korean method of stitching pieces of fabric together. It is traditionally done by hand but can also be done by machine. I will show both methods and discuss the difference in making the bargello piece depending on the method you choose. Most participants working with machine will finish the project in class. The piece finishes as only one layer however when hung in a window, a stained-glass effect appears because the seams are more than one layer of fabric and therefore look darker mimicking the lead of stained-glass.
Michelle Miller's Classes
Class: Primitive Rug Hooking Retreat
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Date: Sunday June 1 and Monday June 2 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $255.00
Class Overview: Learn how to make hand hooked rugs with the same methods used in the 1800's. You will learn how to plan and design an aged looking, primitive style rug to be hooked on burlap. Traditional dyeing and finishing techniques will also be explored. If already have rug hooking projects started and you are looking for the opportunity to work on them or need some advise on how to proceed this is the class for you as all aspects of rug hooking will be covered.
Class: Cozy Quilted Scarf
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Date: Wednesday June 4 from 9 am to 4 pm
Class Registration: $145.00
Kit Fee: $50.00
Class Overview: Using slow stitching techniques and a variety of threads, you will embellish, and incorportate reverse applique techniques to reveal a one of a kind project made by hand.
Class: The Log Cabin Tote
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Date: Thursday June 5 from 9 am to 4 pm
Class Registration: $145.00
Class Overview: Use your stash to make quick and easy log cabin blocks, that you will then incoorporate into a beautiful tote bag with hand stitched embellishment.
Ron Collin's Classes
Class: Pattern Alterations and Body measurements for the Right fit
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Date: Thursday May 29 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Kit Fee: $20.00
Class Overview: You will learn how to identify fitting problems and how to solve them. Issue such as sloping and square shoulders, large bust, high and low bust, removal of a bust dart, broad and round upper back, sway back or down-sloping back waistline, larger upper arm, tight armholes, flat seat and many more will be addressed. We will also take 28 body measurements for you. Every student will have an alteration package to take home with them showing all the alterations that they have done. You will learn the best pattern companies for fit and all about "ease" in garments. See the difference in sizing charts in major pattern companies, how to choose the right size for you and how to avoid disappointment in fitting.
Class: Ultimate Sewing Retreat
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Date: Friday May 30, Saturday May 31 and Sunday June 1 from 9 am - 4 pm
OR: Tuesday June 3, Wednesday June 4 and Thursday June 5 from 9 am - 4 pm
Registration Fee: $375.00
Class Overview: Three days with Ron Collins and the ultimate sewing retreat. Is fitting your nemesis? Bring your favorite patterns and muslins to uncover tips and techniques for fitting. Go home with patterns altered just for you. Is it time to liberate some of those fabrics you are afraid to cut into? With Ron by your side and you working on whatever you want, he will teach you some time saving techniques for professional looking results. All levels welcome, from beginners to extremely advanced. If you just want to relax and have a great time, bring any sewing project your heart desires and Ron will help you overcome those trouble spots in fit and construction. Get ready to sew!
The Most Ultimate Denim Fitting & Construction Workshop
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Date: Monday June 2, Tuesday June 3, Wednesday June 4 and Thursday June 5 from 9 am - 4 pm
Registration Fee: $500.00
Class Overview: Jeans, skirts, jackets or coveralls - whatever you have in mind, from traditional denim to corduroy, stretch twills, or gabardine. Ron will teach some time saving techniques for professional bar tacking, belt loops, hems and rivets, along with how to sew hidden stay fronts to create a smooth, flatter front for pants and skirts and cut down the bulk in the waistband to avoid a lumpy front closure. Learn tricks on half bulk collar points, clean edge facings, cool seam finishes, button holes and professional results and other stylish details. Learn fitting techniques to fit for narrow or sloping shoulder, high or low bust, large upper arm, sway back, broad or narrow back plus flat seat, protruding seat, low seat, gaping waistband for your jeans before cutting into your pattern. Ron will have his 45 pairs of fitting shells to try on for Closet Core “Ginger” jeans sizes 0-32 and Jalie “Eleonore” jeans in sizes 4-22.
Amanda Brown
Amanda Brown Classes 
Class: Artistic Digitizer
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Date: Friday May 30 from 9 am to Noon
Class Registration: $80.00
Class Overview: Curious about turning images into embroidery-ready files? Or are you tired of searching through pre-made designs which are missing the mark? Join Amanda for a fun behind-the-scenes look at Artistic Digitizer (full and junior versions). No drawing skills? No problem, Amanda lacks those skills too and that has never held her digitizing back!
Class: Serger Workbook
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Date: Tuesday June 3 from 9 am to Noon
Class Registration: $80.00
Class Overview: Serger owners, can you thread your machine and switch between 4 and 3 threads but wonder what’s next? Join Amanda and dive into the Serger Workbook to level up your skills! Learn to balance stitches, adjust settings for the perfect look, and master new techniques. Turn your serger confidence into a superpower! You’ll finish this class with a workbook full of samples to support your future serger projects.
Sarah Rorquist Classes
Class: Artistic Edge Cutter Beyond Basics
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Date: Satudrday May 31- from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Join Sarah and learn to take your cutter to the next level. Participants will work on projects of their choice with Sarah by their side to help download and edit new designs. Class will be limited to 6 participants so all will receive adequate assistance with their projects.
Amanda Brown and Sarah Rorquist
Class: Artistic Edge Cutter and Applique in the Hoop
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Date: Sunday June 1 from 9 am to 4 pm
Class Registration: $145.00
Kit Fee: $30.00
Class Overview: Take this class to review the software included with the cutter, how to use various software and cutter features to cut and applique a charming and practical project. Learn how to take a shape or design, turn it into an applique-in-the-hoop, prep and cut the fabric using your cutter and then embroider your applique on your project.
Shelley & Bernie Tobisch Classes
Class: Presser Foot Workshop
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Date: Friday May 30 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Presser feet expand your creative potential! Join Shelley & Bernie to discover what foot to use and how to use it for a variety of techniques. Find out how easy it is to make buttonholes from ordinary to corded. Discover how to couch, edge stitch like a professional, make tiny piping and much more. Learn how presser feet can open new doorways to creativity and unlock the potential of your sewing machine. If you have the presser feet that are on the supply list bring them along as well as any other feet you would like to learn about. We look forward to seeing you in class!
Class: Free Motion Quilting
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Date: Saturday May 31 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: From simple doodles to beautiful feathers learn the skills you need to free-motion quilt with confidence. Learn how to set up your machine, select the best thread, needle and foot for the job and much more in this fun and information packed class. This class is designed for all quilters, whether a confident beginner or experienced quiltmaker. Past participants claim it to be the best free motion class they have taken!
Class: Build a Better Relationship with your Serger
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Date: Sunday June 1 from 9 am - 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Kit Fee: $15.00
Class Overview: Do you feel like you're having a communication problem with your serger? Yesterday it was behaving and today it's not! Maybe this relationship needs some counselling? Let Bernie be your facilitator to guide you to a better understanding of this sometimes vexing but valuable tool in your sewing room. Learn how to trouble shoot and to understand what it is telling you when it balks at a task. This is a fun, information-filled class where you will learn how to take control and rid yourself of frustration. We will cover basic maintenance and techniques that will have you using your serger with renewed confidence!
Class: Prairie Stars
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Date: Monday June 2 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: The Nine Patch and Shoo-Fly blocks used to create the Prairie Star Quilt are very versatile and the perfect blocks to learn Shelley’s easy piecing techniques. Her easy-to-follow methods of sewing blocks together are used to create many classic and modern blocks still used today. Shelley’s techniques provide a foundation that changes the game for all your future projects. Choosing fabrics for this adorable Prairie Star Quilt is easy too! For the two main colours select a favourite dark and medium print in blue, teal, pink or any colour you want, light background print to support. In Bernie’s segment of the class, you will learn how to recognize and solve sewing machine issues that may be preventing you from doing your best work. You don’t want to miss this fun and informative class.
Class: Build a Better Relationship with your Sewing Machine
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Date: Tuesday June 3 from 9 am - 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: If you need relationship counseling with your machine, then this class is for you. Learn what your sewing machine is trying to tell you and also how to tell it what you want. Unravel the mystery of tension, learn light maintenance, and understand the importance of the right foot. Get closer to your machine and spend more time focused on your sewing, less time frustrated. Together we will address tension, feeding of fabric, needle and thread choices and do some fancy footwork! This class is based on Bernie's book You and Your Sewing Machine and a copy in class would make a great resource.
Class: Introduction to Machine Applique
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Date: Wednesday June 4 from 9 am - 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Working with Apliquick products you will learn how easy it is to turn seam allowances while creating simple shapes and achieve great results. You will also learn how to prepare your fabrics for applique, how to handle curves, points and much, much more. The fun doesn’t stop there, learn how to set up your sewing machine for beautiful applique from the right needle and thread to the best foot for the job. Join Bernie and Shelley in this fun class and make an easy Pretty in Pink Tulip while creating beautiful machine applique the Apliquick way!
Class: Caring for your Fantastic Featherweight
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Date: Thursday June 5 from 9 am - 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Class Overview: Join Bernie in this fun and informative class and learn how to give your Singer Featherweight the TLC it needs. Learn about oiling, belt tension, motor brushes, tension calibration and more. In the process you will be giving your beloved machine a supervised tune-up. Bernie will have common replacement parts available just in case they are needed. Please note this class is for Singer Featherweights only. No other older straight stitch machines, please!
Wendy van der Walt Classes
Class: Quilted Sneakers
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Date: Friday May 30 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Kit Fee: $90.00
Class Overview: Here’s the one you have all been waiting for! Make your own pair of cool, custom, and yes, even comfortable sneakers! We’ve taken European designed Sneaker soles and created our own pattern for a quilted cotton version that will have others saying “I can’t believe you made those!” Participants will need to purchase a sneaker kit from the shop in their preferred size and color, and then either purchase or source the perfect fabrics to customize their pair.
Class: Compass Bag
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Date: Saturday May 31 from 9 am - 4 pm and Sunday June 1 , from 9 am to noon
Registration Fee: $215.00
Class Overview: Sling this casual bag over your shoulder and go in a new direction! Find the way to your next adventure. This casual crossbody bag has two types of easy access exterior pockets, plenty of roomy space inside, fun hardware, and two sizes to sew!
Class: Stasher Bag
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Date: Sunday June 1 from 1 - 4 pm and Monday June 2 from from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $215.00
Kit Fee: $80.00
Class Overview: This Class will stretch your creativity muscle! Bring along some scraps or fat quarters you love, and combine it with your Fabriculous kit to make one of a kind tote. Wendy will teach you everything you need to know about improvisation foundation quilting. Bonus: we will play with Iron Orchid Stamps and inks too!!
Class: The Last Tuffet Class
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Date: Tuesday June 3 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Kit Fee; $150.00
Class Overview: Join us for the day, and create your own Fabulous Tuffet! Wendy, Tuffet expert, will help you make your own one of a kind pieced and upholstered footstool. Her method requires no specialty rulers or printed foundations. We guarantee you will be going home at the end of a fun day delighted with your new home décor accessory! And yes she says this is the last Tuffet class she will teach so don't miss your chance to make your very own.
Class: Rope Bowl and Board
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Date: Wednesday June 4 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Kit Fee; $58.00
Class Overview: Have you mastered the basics of sewing rope bowls on your sewing machine and are ready to expand your skill set? This is the class for you! Learn how to create consistently sized pieces as you make a stunning Charcuterie serving dish. Participants will be crafting their rope dishes, installing leather handles and finishing their Birch boards. .
Class: Fabric Collage Creations
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Date: Thursday June 5 from 9 am to 4 pm
Registration Fee: $145.00
Kit Fee; $65.00
Class Overview: This class will introduce you to the wonderful world of creating Collages with fabric. The Awe inspiring designs of Laura Heine have captured the imagination of so many of us. Creating your own version of Laura's designs isn't nearly as difficult as you might think. You will get a kit in class that has everything you need to complete a small project while you learn lots of tips and tricks.
