Quilts & Treasures, Inc. 56 Shaker Road East Longmeadow, MA 01028 Tel. (413) 525-4789 and 525-6647 Www.quiltsandtreasuresinc.com E-mail: BeCreative@quiltsandtreasuresinc.com March-April 2018 Enchanted Garden Block of the Month Designed by Jason Yenter In The Beginning Fabrics This stunning quilt is a combination of piecing and applique in vibrant batiks. Piecing is easy enough for a beginner. Applique is done with the fusible method; easy enough for a beginner but interesting enough for experienced quilters. This lap-sized quilt finishes 48 x 64. We are expecting this to begin in April but you should register now! We know that this beautiful Block of the Month quilt is going to sell out and we want to make sure we have enough fabric for you! We will be offering a free class for those registered to go over the techniques for fusible machine applique. We ll go over easy ways to trace the shapes and the different fusible stabilizers available. And we will also share some organization tips for doing this 12 month block of the month. $25 non-refundable registration fee. $40 the first month (includes jelly roll for pieced blocks) $10 for each month for the next 11 months. You ll get: A full color pattern each month. All fabrics for the quilt top. A free class on some BOM techniques. Special pricing on optional accessories that will give you greater success and ease while making the blocks. Call the store to register today! Hours: Mon Thurs 10 to 8:30 Fri & Sat 10 to 5 Closed Sundays
Class Policies: Sign ups will begin on February 10 at 10 am You may only sign up two people for each class/event (i.e. yourself & a friend) Class fee must be paid at time of registration. Telephone registrations will be held for one week. Please get supply lists in advance. Most classes require some preparation. Please purchase supplies at our shop. (This helps if there is a cutting oops and you need more fabric!) 10% discount will be given on all fabrics, books, patterns, and notions for class projects. Class credit will be given if we are notified of cancellation at least ONE WEEK in advance. Sorry, NO RE- FUNDS. If class is full, please put your name on waiting list. *Waiting list people will be contacted first if class is repeated at a later time. If you like a class, but cannot make the time it is scheduled, please call to put your name on a waiting list specifying different date. We sell PFAFF Sewing Machines! Saturday Classes Come Fly With Me Using Creative Grids Quick Trim Ruler, create this simple yet impressive table runner just in time for Spring! The class sample features our beautiful Easter fabric, but any fabric will do. Choose 2 1/2 strips sets or yardage. Rotary cutting experience, pattern and ruler purchase required. March 3 10-4 with Mindy $25.00 Sweet Rolls This offset log cabin pattern is just wonderful! The border design makes it extra special without adding any difficulty. It is a great size for a child s quilt that they won t soon outgrow. The pattern includes three sizes and is a perfect use for those 2 1/2 strip collections! Pattern purchase required. March 10 10-4 with Jan $25.00 Crazy Legs Snowman Join us for a fun day of machine embroidery to make this jolly snowman wallhanging with long crazy legs. Make him for any holiday by selecting the fabric for his hat, scarf, and coat. This class will teach you the basics of machine applique, how to do multiple hoopings and how to join pieces in the hoop. Design collection purchase required. March 17 10-4 with Joyce $25.00 Precise Positioning Want your embroidery design right on top of a pocket opening? Or want two designs to touch at specific points? Learn how to place and stitch-out your embroidery design exactly where you want it! Pfaff creative embroidery machines include this powerful program that you should know how to use. March 17 1-3 with Valerie $10.00 Box of Stars Back by popular demand! This unique block uses the 2 Peaks in One ruler from Creative Grids. Three fat quarters will yield three blocks. Make the number of blocks for the size of quilt you want! Another great option for a large quilt! March 31 10-4 with Valerie $25.00 Quilter s Tote This tote bag is the perfect size for carrying your cutting mat and rulers to class. You ve probably seen other students with one. Now is your chance to learn how to make this useful bag that you will use for years. Rotary cutting experience required. Pattern will be shared at class time but be sure to pick up the supply list and cutting instructions when you register for this class! April 7 10-4 with Mindy $25.00 Snaps and Pops - This fun and fat quarter friendly pattern uses strips and squares with an added pop of color with an accent fabric. Experienced and beginners alike will love how smoothly this quilt comes together. Rotary cutting experience and pattern purchase required. April 14 10-4 with Natalie $25.00 Shining Star Have fun making this quilt designed by Lori Smith. It is the perfect pattern for a scrap fabric presentation and can be constructed as a miniature or full size quilt. Star blocks have never been so easy to make with this three block construction! Pattern purchase required. April 21 10-4 with Leslie $25.00 Continued on page 4.
Class Sign-ups begin February 10 at 10 am...class Sign-ups begin February 10 at 10 am Beginning Quilting This class will introduce you to the basic techniques of quilting while creating 3 wonderful projects. Classes will include the safe and proper use of the rotary cutter (needed for nearly all quilting projects of today), and achieving a 1/4 inch seam. Beginning Quilting will prepare you for nearly all classes presented at Quilts and Treasures, Inc. We ll be happy to help you choose your fabrics. Class discount on all class supplies. Mondays 6:30-8:30pm with Mindy $65.00 March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Beginning Machine Quilting This introductory class in Machine Quilting will teach you how to use your sewing machine to achieve beautiful results as an alternative to tying your quilts. The class will cover cross hatching, echoing, stippling, and other free motion techniques. Walking foot and darning (stippling) foot for your machine required. Quarter inch foot is helpful. If you need help, please let us know. Wednesdays, Apr 25 & May 2 6:30-8:30pm with Valerie $25.00 Beginner Rotary Cutter Pillow This pillow is 2 1/2 strip friendly and can be made for any holiday or décor. Learn how to put an accent flange down the middle and how to make an envelope pillow back. Go home with a finished project! Kits available. Pattern purchase required. Tuesday, March 13 6:30-8:30 with Valerie or Tuesday, March 27 10-12 with Valerie $10.00 Bennington This is another fabulous quilt from the Perfect Quilts for Precut Fabrics book. Two charm packs plus a quarter yard of fabric for the inner border and you will soon have this delightful bowtie miniature completed. Highlight an entire fabric line or use your favorite scraps. Book purchase required. Tuesdays, March 20 & 27 3-5 pm with Leslie $20.00 Flying Geese Block of the Month Back by popular demand! Learn to make accurate flying geese blocks in a variety of sizes using Bloc-Loc s Flying Geese ruler set. Two blocks each month will be introduced and at the end you ll have 12 stunning blocks ready to be set in a quilt. Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 with Leslie $50.00 March 27, April 24, May 29. June 26, July 31, Aug 28 Four Square Easy piecing makes a quick quilt! If you haven t made a small quilt yet this is a great beginner piece. If you ve made a few (or a lot!) it will add to your display collection! This is another favorite from Jo Morton and finishes 27 x 31. Book purchase required. Tuesdays, April 3 & 10 6:30-8:30 with Jan $20.00 Log Cabin Nights This Cut Loose Press pattern can be used to make an exquisite table runner, bed runner or full size quilt. Both the 6 Creative Grids Log Cabin ruler and the Strippy Stars Tool (5 x 7.5 ) will guarantee an easy and accurate outcome. Learn to use these two rulers that can be used for many projects in the future. Rulers and pattern purchase required. Thursdays, April 19, 26, and May 3 6:30-8:30 with Leslie $25.00 New Machine Owner Classes Bring your machine and lets go over the basics again of the features these wonderful Pfaff machines have as well as learn a few other tricks you can do with some basic accessory feet! $50.00 (FREE If you purchased your machine with us!) With Valerie Ambition Owners Wednesday March 28 2-4 pm Expression Owners Wednesday April 11 2-4 pm Passport Owners Wednesday April 4 2-4 pm Creative Machine Embroidery & Software Classes All classes are $15 if you purchased your software or embroidery machine from us (depending on class) or $50 if not. Quilt Blocks in the Hoop Premier Software. Using the built in wizard, learn to add quilting stitches to your quilt blocks. Weds March 21 2-4 pm or 6:30-8:30 with Joyce Super Designs Premier Software. These are powerful designs in our software. Let s learn all about them and how to make some! Weds April 18 2-4 pm or 6:30-8:30 with Valerie Want to get this newsletter faster? And be notified of special internet sales? Sign up for our email newsletter at Www.quiltsandtreasuresinc.com We are an Authorized PFAFF Dealer. We service all makes and models of sewing machines. When was your last tune-up?
Class Sign-ups begin February 10 at 10 am...class Sign-ups begin February 10 at 10 am Midnight Madness Join us for an evening of fun, food, laughter, and sewing! These are great evenings to work on or finish projects, meet other sewers, and get some inspiration. We lock you in from 6 pm to midnight. You bring your own sewing machine and projects with a munchie to share. We provide the pizza. Door prizes! Friday, Mar 16 6-12 pm $25.00 Friday, Apr 20 6-12 pm $25.00 Quilter s Potpourri These popular classes provide students the opportunity to work on a variety of projects with limited instruction. Class project must be approved by class instructor prior to class. $50.00 per session Weds Mornings: Mar 28, Apr 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2 10-12 with Jan Weds Evenings: Mar 7, 14, 21, 28, Apr 4, 11 6:30-8:30 with Mindy Thurs Morning: Mar 8, 15, 22, 29, Apr 5, 12 10-12 with Mindy Thurs Evenings: Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Apr 5 6:30-8:30 with Anne Friday Mornings: Mar 9, 16, 23, 30, Apr 6, 20 10-12 with Joyce Open Sews: Thursdays, Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 3-5 pm $10 each day Thursdays, Apr 5, 12, 19, 26 3-5 pm $10 each day Club meetings Batik Club Friday, Mar 2 at 7:00 pm Reproduction Club Friday, Apr 6 at 6:30 pm Pfaff Club Tuesday, Mar 13 & Apr 10 at 11:00 am Tuesday, Mar 20 & Apr 17 at 7:00 pm Scrap Club Friday Morning Apr 13 10-12 am If you think you might be interested in one of these clubs, please call the store for more information!! SCRAP CLUB Membership is now open for 2018-2019! Sign up so you don t miss any of the fun! Join Lizz Chiapponi as she inspires you to mix and match, cut and sort, use and swap your scraps while giving you great ideas and shortcuts for easy and functional blocks. Meetings will be held on the second Friday morning every other month. (April, June, August, October, December, February) 10-12noon. Samples and hands-on techniques at each meeting. It s a fun time! $50 registration fee for six meetings. Club benefits available! Saturday Classes cont. Stitch Creator Many of Pfaff s machines give you the creative freedom to alter built in stitches and/or design your own stitches! Join us for a fun afternoon to explore all the features of this built in program. If you re not sure if you machine has this program, give the store a call. April 21 1-3 with Valerie $10.00 Prima Diva Wallet This great pattern by Sew Many Creations can be used to make a wallet, a clutch, or a purse simply by adding a wrist strap or loops and a handle. Your choice! April 28 10-4 with Sandy $25.00
Class Sign-ups begin February 10 at 10 am...class Sign-ups begin February 10 at 10 am We have many more models of Pfaff sewing machines available! Stop in and let us show you! Find us on Facebook! Go to www.facebook.com/quiltsandtreasures and Like us! Follow us on Pinterest & Instagram! Youth & Teen Classes Ages 9-16 We are excited to be bringing back some Youth & Teen classes! The first four week session will help us determine interests and ages and help with future planning. All instruction and materials for this session will be $100.00. Students will sew on the Pfaff Hobby 140s each week. There will be special pricing at the end of the session if the student wants to purchase a machine. Week 1 April 3 3-4:30 pm Learn the machine! How to thread it, wind a bobbin, names of the parts, and their operations while making a decorative bookmark. Week 2 April 10 3-4:30pm Let s make a wonder wallet! You choose your fabric and make this cute wallet to carry with you. Week 3 & 4 April 24 & May 1 3-4:30 pm Machine applique. We re going to make a cute Spring Pillow with an appliqued flower that you can put on your bed.
Quilts & Treasures, Inc. 56 Shaker Road East Longmeadow, MA 01028 An authorized Pfaff sewing machine dealer Hours: M-Th 10 8:30 Friday & Sat 10-5 Closed Sundays With T ea There Is Hope! Saturday, March 24, 2018 10-4 Join us for this wonderful event as we promote head trauma awareness and raise money for Traumatic Brain Injury treatment. Day s events include : a quilt raffle a teacup auction Demonstrations make & take areas help us sew a block for next year s raffle quilt register ($25) for the event to participate in all the activities or stop by that day as 10% of the day s sales will also get donated.