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1 Watch the website for current/updated classes: Sign up for classes today!! Laura s has a wonderful group of talented teachers who love to share their expertise with you! But we need your help. When you see a class you are interested in taking, the teacher and she will register you and send you the supply list and any other information needed to have a fun and successful class. To help prevent cancellation for insufficient enrollment, students are encouraged to register early. Payment is by cash or check payable to the teacher. Jenny Doan Trunk Show We are sew excited. Don t miss this rare opportunity. Jenny no longer does shows but one of the advantages of living in south Florida. She is on her way to a cruise and graciously agreed to visit with us. If you are a quilter, you surely have heard of Jenny Doan and the Missouri Star Quilt Company. Times were kinda rough in rural Missouri in 2008 so Jenny and her family made the decision to start a business. They started with a few quilting supplies, added an internet shop and then Momma Doan started a YouTube channel and soon became a quilting celebrity. Friday, February 23, :30 8:00 $25 Port St Lucie Civic Center 9221 Civic Center Pl Port St Lucie, FL JOIN US! Space is limited. Make your reservations by Monday, February 19 Creative Classes Quilting 101: Beginning Quilting Teacher: Barbara Kahn kahnb@bellsouth.net Date: Thursday, January 11, 18, 25 & February 1 10:30 3:00 Cost: $45 + supplies LEARN ALL THE TIPS FROM CUTTING TO LABELING YOUR QUILTS! Learn the basics from choosing fabrics, to cutting, sewing the pieces (squares, triangles, rectangles, etc.) into a pretty picture, making a quilt sandwich, quilting, binding and labeling. It s a satisfying journey into the art of quilt making. Please make your paid 1 Revised February 10, 2018

2 registration as soon as possible! I will call you prior to class to answer any questions. help you choose your fabrics at Laura s at a designated time. Palm Beach Gardens I will be available to Scan N Cut 2 nd Tuesday of each month Teacher: Niki Patterson niki781@msn.com Date: Tuesday, February 6 12:30 2:00 Cost: $20 includes kit Start with the Basics! Learn different functions of how to use the scan n cut. If you would like to know exactly what we will be going over in a certain class you can me for more details. Beginning Paper Piecing with Carl Stevens Teacher: Carl Stevens TXT carl.stevens2288@gmail.com Date: Wednesday, February 7 10:30 2:30 Cost: $25 includes fabric + supplies Skill: Beginner Class size limited to max of 6 Have you ever wanted to learn the art of Paper Piecing to make quilts that are full of sharp points and stars, plus flying geese and circles that are the favorites at quilt shows? Award winning paper piecing quilter, Carl Stevens, will teach students how to overcome the challenges of paper piecing. This 4-hour class is designed for the beginner to learn the basics of paper piecing. The pattern for this class is a New York Beauty. The sample pattern and material is supplied. Just bring your sewing machine and a few basic supplies. About Carl: Carl Stevens began quilting five years ago. He jumped right into paper piecing and hasn t looked back since! Carl s quilts have won awards in quilt shows in Ft. Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, Florida, Elkin, Sparta, Ashville, and West Jefferson, North Carolina, and Floyd and Wytheville, Virginia. Quilting 102 Quilted Tablerunner Teacher: Barbara Kahn kahnb@bellsouth.net Date: Thursday, February 8, 15, 22 & March 1 10:30 3:00 Cost: $45 + supplies Skill Level: Advanced Beginner and up Make it seasonal; match your décor, a gift, baby quilt colors. From start to finish (that s your label!). Learn techniques to help your quilting encyclopedia grow. First Paper Piecing Project with Carl Stevens Teacher: Carl Stevens Carl Stevens TXT carl.stevens2288@gmail.com Date: Monday, February 12 10:30 3:00 & Friday, February 23 10:30 2:00 Cost: $30 + supplies + pattern + fabric Skill Level: This class is not for total beginners to paper piecing. You must have had some experience with paper piecing or taken the beginners class taught by Carl. You just learned how to paper piece and want to try out your new skill? Or learned to paper pieced a few years ago but never got around to making anything with it? This class is just right for you! You will be helped to make something you can be proud of with paper piecing. The 1st class will be in two parts. In the morning you will be helped to pick out the fabric and get organized the Judy Niemeyer way. After lunch there will be a explanation of how to cut the pattern out correctly and then get started the piecing. Those that need a help with paper piecing flying geese, etc. will receive help in getting started. 2 Revised February 10, 2018

3 The 2 nd class is 10 days later so that you will have time to do your homework. Now you will be ready to be shown how to put the sections together, how to make perfect centers when putting the sections together, and how to do an inside miter corner on the binding. Embroidery In The Hoop 2 nd Wednesday of each month Zipper Bag and Tissue Holder Teacher: Rochelle Bokhart TXT bokharts@bellsouth.net Date: Wednesday, February 14 10:30 12:30 Cost: $20 includes kit This is a cute bag in which to keep your make-up, your USB sticks or what every you carry with you. They are a great way to use pretty fabric scraps, and really quick to make. The cases are completely made Inthe-hoop 5x7 hoop required. Finished Size by 6.5 inches And a bonus tissue holder design. BES4 Dream Edition Software Teacher: Rochelle Bokhart bokharts@bellsouth.net Date: Wednesday, February 14 & March 14 10:30 12:30 Cost: $10 each class Skill Level: Beginner The BES 4 Dream Edition is a full-featured desktop lettering, monogramming and customization PC software with more designs, more fonts, and more creative customizing and editing features than ever before! Plus, it includes a new wireless upgrade kit and convenient BES Cloud web application for free storage and basic editing capabilities.learn how easy it is to use: set up workspace, texting, editing designs, monograms &. PE Design/Palette 3 rd Saturday of each month Teacher: Jeannie Miller Date: Saturday, February 17 10:30 12:00 Cost: $15 Now that you have the wonderful PE-DESIGN/Palette software, learn how to use it, expand your creative possibilities, and streamline your design work. Whichever version you have learn to download, to transfer and to create designs. Options are endless with this powerful software; take your love of embroidery to an endless success. We will start with the basics and finish with you creating a beautiful design. Don't miss this opportunity to learn to create, embellish, and modify embroidery designs. This class will be continued monthly. Measure Twice Cut Once Teacher: Rosanne Costa , TXT to rosannecosta@bellsouth.net Date: Monday, February 19 11:00 1:00 Cost: N/C The first step to the perfect garment, is having the correct measurements. Each of us is a different shape and size. There is no such thing as one size fits all. Make an appointment. Get assistance in taking your measurements so that as you learn garment sewing your projects will be the perfect fit. AccuQuilt Teacher: Jeannie Miller, JH Accredited Tutor Date: Wednesday, February 21 10:30 3:30 Cost: $15.00 each class miller_j5@comcast.net 3 Revised February 10, 2018

4 UFQ - Unfinished Quilts Teacher: Barbara Kahn kahnb@bellsouth.net Date: Saturday, February 24 10:30 3:00 Cost: $20 + unfinished project Do you need incentive to finish, have questions about or want help to start your quilt and take it from not done to your completed and labeled work of art come join me all day or as needed to accomplish the task. Finish a project for youself or as a gift. Remember Christmas and the Holidays are fast approaching. Sewing Classes Sew Easy, Sew Fun! Kids and Tweens Teacher: Karen Mack Karensaull@bellsouth.net Date: Monday, February 5, 12, 19 & 26 Thursday, February 1, 8, 15 & 22 4:00 6:00 Cost: $100 for 4 classes + supplies Age: 8-14 Sewing can be sew much fun. Come and learn the basics so you can begin on your path of creativity. Learn how to choose your fabrics, read a pattern, and cut out a project. Then sew it together and even add trims and embellishments. Sew Easy, Sew Fun! Basics 101 & Beyond Teacher: Karen Mack Karensaull@bellsouth.net Date: Monday, February 5, 12, 19 & 26 Thursday, February 1, 8, 15 & 22 6:00 8:00 Cost: $100 for 4 classes + supplies If you always wanted to learn to sew, but don t know where to start? Come to beginner sewing. Whether you re looking to learn the basics or have a particular project that you are working on, I will provide you with the guidance you need to get your project accomplished quickly and easily, all while keeping you on stitches and meeting Free Classes for Laura s Machine Owners Owner Classes: Make appointment with Shop staff for a private class No charge for anyone who has purchased a machine from Laura s Sewing & Quilt Shop. Linda s Embroidery Workshop 4 th Tuesday of each month Day: Teacher: Linda Cutting msnermal@bellsouth.net Date: Tuesday, February 27 10:30 2:30 Cost: $20 + supplies + Workshop design Join us for the Embroidery Workshops. Each month you will participate in a hands-on embroidery project selected by the teacher. Monthly Clubs & Classes Applique Party: Art To Heart Imagine 1 st Saturday of each month Teacher: Pat Cunningham sewingtchr@aol.com Date: Saturday, February 3 1:00 3:00 Cost: $20 + supplies New Project Series! Blocks can be used for the little stands, wall hangings, pillows, or all twelve in a quilt. Please the teacher to register and for the placemat supply list each month. 4 Revised February 10, 2018

5 Serger Make & Take 2 nd Friday of each month Teacher: Puddin Race puddinrace@gmail.com Date: Friday, February 9 10:30 2:30 Cost: $20 each class Learn lots of serger techniques. This week there will be serger workshop techniques. Class size is limited so call or Puddin and reserve a spot in the class. $10 Block of the Month 2nd Saturday of each month Teacher: Annette Reddy TXT reddy2teach@bellsouth.net Date: Saturday, February 10 10:30 11:30 OR 1:30 2:30 Pay $10 for your first block, complete your block and your next block will be free; if you don t complete your block, you will pay $10 for your next block. Each month you will get your block kit which will include the pattern, instructions and fabric needed. Then there will be a presentation giving you instructions, hints and tips to complete your block at home. Each month a new technique using great simple projects that will not add to your UFO stack. Sewing with Annette 2 nd Tuesday of each month Teacher: Annette Reddy TXT reddy2teach@bellsouth.net Date: Tuesday, February 13 5:00 8:00 Cost: $15 includes pattern & 2 zippers + supplies This mini travel bag is easy to make while learning how to insert zippers and bind curves. It can be easily adjusted to fit any size phone. Thimbleberries Crazy Quilt: Block of the Month 3rd Saturday of each month Teacher: Chris Dean betsy1100@bellsouth.net Date: Saturday, February 17 (01/ /2018) 1:00 4:00 Cost: $20 + $20 kit each month + book The fabric kits are specifically designed to make each block so all the fabric choices are already made and you just have to come, cut, sew and enjoy. Scrappy Hour Group -- 3rd Tuesday of each month Contact: Annette Reddy TXT reddy2teach@bellsouth.net Date: Tuesday, February 20 6:30 8:30 Store will close at 5:00 and reopen at 6:15 This is an informal eclectic group of ladies and men which gather together to share, inspire, and discover all forms of Quilting, Sewing, and Design. Each month we will come together for show and tell, do a project and discuss tips and techniques. No refreshments are served during this meeting. All levels and abilities of participants are welcome. UFO Night 4 th Tuesday of each month Date: Tuesday, February 27 No sign-up necessary 5:00 8:00 Cost: N/C Do you have an Unfinished Object just waiting to be finished? Join this informal group for fun and motivation. If you need help with a problem, maybe someone else there can help or you just need to make the time, bring it and let s get it done! 5 Revised February 10, 2018

6 Community Outreach Florida Sewing Sew-ciety 1 st Monday of each month Date: Monday, February 5 1:00 3:00 The Florida Sewing Sew-ciety is a sewing group organized for Florida sewing enthusiasts and their snowbird friends. We will focus on sewing, education, charitable activities - and fun. Come join us. American Sewing Guild: Embroidery 1st Friday of each month Date: Friday, February 12 10:30 12:30 Join us to learn the full potential of that wonderful embroidery machine you. bought. Members will present programs to teach and inspire you. Case for Smiles Charity Sew 3 rd Friday of each month Date: Friday, February 16 10:30 3:30 Join Case for Smiles Charity Sew at Laura's Sewing and sew up some smiles for the sick children at our local hospitals. Bring your machine or serger and come for the day or whatever your schedule will allow. There will be some kits precut ready to sew but we also need donations of kid themed all cotton fabric. No worries if you don't want to sew - we can put you to work pinning or ironing. North Palm Beach American Sewing Guild 3 rd Monday of each month Date: Monday, February 19 1:00 3:00 The American Sewing Guild (ASG) is an organization for people who believe sewing is a creative and rewarding activity, people who find sharing the benefits and joys of sewing almost as much fun as sewing itself. The Guild is a network of sewing friends from all levels of sewing experience. Come join us for a fun and rewarding time. Florida Sewing Sew-ciety Charity/Open Sew 4 th Monday of each month Date: Monday, February 26 10:30 1:00 Come and sew something for those less fortunate or bring something of your own to sew. Lunch Bring your own or join us at Giovanni s American Sewing Guild Charity Sit and Sew 4 th Wednesday of each month Date: Wednesday, February 28 10:30-3:30 Join us to work on your charity projects or help with our current projects. We supply a limited number of kits. Our current projects include pillowcases for Case for Smiles, placemats for Meals on Wheels and fixator covers for the Paley Institute. Bring your machine and a desire to help someone who needs a hug. We take a break for lunch. 6 Revised February 10, 2018