Jelly Roll Rug Make a 30 x 44 coiled rug from one jelly roll and strips of batting updated with modern fabrics. Required: pattern, batting, thread and machine that can do a zig zag stitch Instructor: Marilyn Monday, April 9 and April 23; 1 3 pm NEW CLASS Afternoon Tea Party Create a custom gift for friends and family. Cozy fits around a 6-10 cup tea pot. It is easy to sew and fat quarter friendly. You will go home with a finished project just in time for Mother s Day! Required: pattern and rotary skills Instructor: Arlene Fee: $27 Monday, May 7; 6 9 pm NEW CLASS Beginner Machine Quilting Your quilt top is finally pieced and your pattern ends with those three scary words quilt as desired. Now what? Take a deep breath, drop those feed dogs and start machine quilting! In this class, you ll learn to free-motion quilt some basic designs including curved lines, meandering, echoing, and loops. We ll also discuss needles, threads, batting and tension. Instructor: Sue Sunday, March 11; 12 4 pm
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Page 3 Pineapple Rings Have you ever wanted to make a Pineapple Quilt but didn t want to deal with paper piecing the blocks? In this class, you ll learn how to construct the pineapple block using the Pineapple Trim Ruler. You ll be surprised at how fun and easy it is to make perfect pineapple blocks. Required: pattern, ruler and rotary skills Instructor: Sue Wednesday, March 14; 1 5 pm SNOW MAKE-UP CLASS DATE Lucky Stars: A Start-to-Finish Quilt Count the number of blocks you want to make, gather that many fat quarters and some background and you re set! Learn to make perfectly pointed stars, then put them together in a setting that is both unique and easy. From the first cut to the last stitch we ll be with you all the way. Quilt finishes at 60 x75. Required: pattern Instructor: Kim Fee: $72 Mondays, March 19, 26 and April 9, 16; 10 am noon Plush Bunny Yukito Make this charming bunny plush in time for Easter and learn plush making technique along the way from the pattern maker herself! Students must be proficient in sewing on their machine and know hand sewing. This is not for sewing beginners, but is perfect for a plush beginner. Required: pattern, materials Instructor: Nyssa Sunday, March 18; 1-4 pm Learn to Paper Piece Strippy Placemats We love the precision you can achieve with paper piecing and it s easy once you know how. In this class you can use your new skill to embellish placemats. Required: Pattern and rotary skills Instructor: Arlene Fee: $27 Monday, March 19; 6 pm 9 pm
Page 4 Hip Hop Here's another quilt from Laura Heine, in her signature collage style, this time smaller than her Lulu the elephant, and a great way to learn the technique. We have a limited number of kits (reserve one soon!), or use your own fabrics, especially if you have smaller scraps you'd like to use up. You ll learn to fuse your fabrics, cut them, and then position them just right for your very own Hip Hop Bunny. Required pattern: Hip Hop from Fiberworks Instructor: Eve Sunday, March 25; 12 4 pm Retreat Bag A make up bag, sewing bag, swap bag-or just a bag for any sewing retreat. This bag is easy and holds a lot of goodies! The frame on this bag creates an opening that stays open no matter what, making it both handy and professional. You will get the basics for sewing a bag with a pocket, lining, and zipper. Bag measures 11 x 6.5 x 7.25. Required: rotary skills and sewing experience Instructor: Arlene Sunday, April 22; 12 4 pm Stash Class - Mexican Fiesta How do I use my stash or all those leftovers from finished projects? I ll give you hints on how to pick and cut ahead so you can get most of a quilt top done in 4 hours. Instructor: Marilyn Sunday, April 8; 9 am 1 pm Square Tuffet As with the very successful round tuffet class, the square tuffet will require sewing skills. With the use of templates, you will cut out all the pieces you need to finish your unique piece of furniture. The remainder of our time is spent learning how to sew 1/4 of your tuffet cover together. This will give you the confidence to go home and sew the remaining 3 sections. In the second class, we get out the power tools and you put it all together. Required: Upholstery kit - $120 fee payable to the instructor. Instructor: Julie Fee: $90 Saturday, April 7; 11 4 pm and Saturday, April 28; 12 4 pm
Page 5 Free Motion Quilting Using Rulers Machine quilting using rulers on a domestic sewing machine has been getting a lot of attention in the quilting world recently. If you ve purchased the Bernina 72 foot and ruler kit and want to get started using them, this 2-session class is for you. In the first 3-hour class, you ll learn how to use the Bernina rulers and practice on muslin. You ll play with the 5 rulers that come in the Bernina starter set. In the second 3 -hour class, you ll work with the rulers on a simple table runner you ve made prior to class. Working with rulers will open a whole new world of feemotion quilting to you. It take a little practice, but once you get the hang of it, you ll be hooked. Required: ruler kit, Bernina 72 foot, and confidence in free motion quilting Instructor: Sue Fee: $54 Fridays, April 6 and April 13; 1 4 pm Tool Tote The Tool Tote is such a versatile bag, with its boxy doctorbag shape, it makes a very cute purse. Or you can use it as a carry-all for your sewing supplies. Or, you can use it when travelling. At 7 tall, it fits right into a suitcase. The tote has pockets all around the outside and inside. Heavy duty stays keep the bag s mouth wide open, making it easy to reach in and see your important tools. Plus there s a zipper on top to keep the tote closed and belongings safely inside. Required: pattern, basic sewing, machine quilting, and rotary skills. Ability to machine quilt straight lines. Prep work before class starts Instructor: Sue Fee: $54 New York Beauty Workshop The traditional NY Beauty block has been admired for many years. Here is your opportunity to learn cutting and sewing curves using Laundry Basket templates. If you love the colors, kit is available. Required: pattern, templates, and rotary skills Instructor: Mary Saturday, April 21; 10 am 3 pm
Page 6 Quilts for Kids On the first Tuesday of each month a group of charity-minded quilters meets at PQW to sew together for the organization, Quilts for Kids. Quilts are given to children who are ill, abused, or in difficult situations who could use the comfort of a quilt made for them. Experienced quilters only, please. Please bring your lunch or snack, your machine and sewing supplies. Quilt kits will be provided. If interested, please contact Deb for more information: debbie@greaney.com Meets: 10:15 am 3 pm April 3, May 1, June 5 English Paper Piecing Group 2018 Sew excited for you to join us for the 3rd year of the Pennington Quilt Works English Paper Piecing Club. Our monthly group is open to anyone who would like to join and learn English Paper Piecing (EPP). This quilt-along lasts 5 sessions. In this club you will receive EPP advice from the instructor, see what others are making, and sit and stitch for two uninterrupted hours. Along the way you will visit with friends old and new, learn the benefit of slow sewing and make a lovely project by hand. **If you are new to English Paper piecing, you must attend a how-to session for an additional fee. See below for dates and times. Below are the club dates for the first half of 2018. Please sign up for either Wednesday 10:30 12:30 am, Wednesday 7 9 pm (with one exception) or Thursday 10:30 12:30 pm. We will have one makeup session in June date TBD. Instructor: Marisa Fee: $60 March 14 and 15 April 25 (morning only) and 26 (morning and evening) May 23 and 24 Class registration policy Full payment is due upon signing up for a class. You can make payment in the store, online, or by phone. A supply list will be given or sent to you at that time. 100% of class fees are refundable or transferable to another class if cancellation is made at least 72 hours before class. No credit, refund or transfer to another class will be given if 72-hour notice is not given. Our teachers prepare for each student in each class in advance of the class. No-shows forfeit any refund or exchange. Private Class For times when a regularly scheduled class just won t do, we offer private classes to fill the void. Let s say that a class you're interested in requires rotary skills, and you re still snipping along with scissors. Well a 1-hour private class will bring you up to speed. Or say that you really want to get the hang of paper-piecing or some other skill. Or maybe our classes just don t fit in your schedule. Talk to any one of us and we ll find you the right person at the right time to teach you what you need to know. $25 per hour per person.
My Page 7 MACHINE CLUBS AT PQW Software Sampler Club Make the most of your BERNINA Embroidery Software by joining our Software Inspirations Club for a year of learning and practice. These lessons will cover the new BERNINA Embroidery Software 8 features. V8 is the perfect companion to your embroidery machine. Vicki will work through a monthly software lesson which you can stitch out at home on your sewing machine. Cut it Out! With Software 8, new uses for the CutWork Tool were added to the features of the software. Learn how to create cutwork applique for use with the CutWork Tool or for your cutting machine. Required: BERNINA Embroidery Software 8, v 8.2 Instructor: Vicki Fee: $21 Tuesday, March 13; 1 4 pm OR 6 9 pm Kimberbell Machine Embroidery Club! Our embroidery club is planned to help you make a new project each month, each designed by Kimberbell Designs, and each featuring a new technique to learn or practice. Most of the materials needed will be included in your class fee. Register for each month. Whimsy Flower Cinch Bag What s your fix for a creative whim? How about a Kimberbell cinch bag, completely lined and sewn in one hooping! The whimsical flower applique is satin stitched with puffy foam and will be darling in whatever color meets your fancy. Instructor: Ro Fee: $24 Thursday, April 19; 10:30 am 1:30 pm OR 6 9 pm May: Floral Cutwork Napkin April: No Holes Barred
My Page 8 MACHINE CLUBS AT PQW Feet-ure Presentation Each month we will feature one of the presser feet available for the Bernina Sewing Machine, to help you learn about your machine and advance your sewing skills. Upcycle Bernina Darning, Button Sew-on and Overlock Feet No need to buy new learn useful mending techniques to increase the lifespan of beloved wardrobe staples. Instructor: Marisa Fee: $24 Tuesday, March 20; 1 4 pm OR 6 9 pm Precision Patchwork Bernina Patchwork Feet Understand the difference between each of the BERNINA Patchwork Feet and how your patchwork can benefit from all of them! Instructor: Vicki Fee: $24 Tuesday, April 24; 1 4 pm OR 6 9 pm DIY at Home Bernina Leather Roller, Double-cord and Walking Feet DIY or die! These accessories will help you tackle basic upholstery projects for the home. Instructor: Eve Fee: $24 Tuesday, May 29; 1 4 pm OR 6 9 pm BERNINA Accessory of the Month Save 25% off the BERNINA Darning Foot #9 See our Ad on the next page
My Page 9 MACHINE REPAIRS AT PQW IT S TIME TO SERVICE YOUR BERNINA Whether your machine is ready (or over-due!) for regular servicing, or is experiencing some issues, Stepfon Andrews will be here to take care of any problems you may have. Stepfon has over 20 years in repairing machines of all makes and models, and will be performing all our Bernina Warranty work. Remember that any Bernina machine you purchase at PQW comes with a one-year in-store full warranty. Starting at just $99.99 ($179.99 for Bernina 7 & 8 series) for cleaning, oiling, and complete inspection. NOTE: repairs needing parts may take longer. Service dates: March 13, 27; April 10, 24; May 8, 22 *Offer valid March 1 31, 2018 at any participating BERNINA Store. Offer good for 25% off one (1) BERNINA Darning Foot #9. Cannot be replaced with any other offer. Not valid on previous purchases. Taxes are not included in the total purchase calculation. Cannot be redeemed for cash. Some exclusions may apply. Subject to availability. Available while supplies last. Offer limited to the residents of the 50 United States only.
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This Week s Featured Fabric FLORAL FANTASY by Imogen Skelley for Northcott Artisan Spirit Floral Fantasy is now in store! From celebrated UK artist Imogen Skelley, her bright prints and fanciful floral arrangements are available in panels and yardage. New from one of our favorite designers, Laura Heine, comes Perfect Form. This is a fused applique art quilt. Utilize your creative outlet in an expression all your own.
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