Class Schedule

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Check out the descriptions below, and be sure to stop by the shop to see the class samples.  You can also print out the newsletter, which lists the classes, by clicking on "Download Newsletter" up above.  As always, a 10% discount is offered on all class items with your paid enrollment!

Class Policy (How to Register):
You may register for classes at the shop or by phone. Class reservations will only be accepted when accompanied by full payment. A supply list will be issued at that time. A 10% discount is offered on all supply list items with your paid enrollment.

A Note on Sewing Machines and Tools:
Sewing machines brought to class should be cleaned and in good working condition. Be familiar with the machine and bring any accessories you think you may need, along with your instruction manual. If you are unfamiliar with your machine, please ask to use one of ours. We would be glad to set it up for you.

Class Levels:

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Class Descriptions:

A word about copyrighted material . . . As you know, many of the classes we offer require you to purchase a book or pattern. Since the information contained in those books and patterns is considered “copyrighted” material, it is illegal to photocopy all or any portion thereof particularly to share with a friend to use during a class. The Granary gladly offers all paid students a 10% discount on all class supplies, including books and patterns.  We all want to support the creative efforts of the hard-working designers who develop our favorite quilt patterns and encourage them to continue to publish and create. In order to do that, we must properly compensate them for sharing their ideas with us by purchasing their books and patterns. Thank you for your cooperation and consideration!

Advanced Beginning Sampler / Julie Cefalu   (Photo)
This class is perfect for the beginning quilter who wants to go beyond basic rectangular/square piecing. You will learn how to sew half-square and quarter-square triangles, and you’ll end up with perfect patches using Eleanor Burns tricks and techniques. You’ll also be introduced to an easy appliqué technique that you’ll love. The large 12 ½” blocks can be set on point for a 42” square quilt or arranged vertically for a beautiful table runner
.3 Sessions                  $55 + Book                  %%
Thurs. Aug. 21, 28, Sept. 4:                        10:30am-1:30pm

Binding Basics / Kris Clarkson
Finally got those quilt tops quilted but don't know how to do binding? Learn simple double fold binding basics in this class including how to join the strips, miter the corners and join the ends for a flawless finish!!
1 Session            $20+ Reference Card           (ALL)
Tues. May. 27:                                 10:30am-1:30pm
                                                          OR 6:30--9:30pm

Beginning Quilting / Julie Cefalu   (Photo)
Learn the basics of quilt making from rotary cutting to binding. Julie will cover quilting from A to Z. By the end of class you’ll have a beautiful wall hanging to take home! This is one of our most popular classes so sign up early!
3 or 5 Sessions                          $85 + Book                        (ALL)
Thurs. July 10, 17, 31:           10:30am-3:30pm
OR Tues. Aug. 26, Sept. 2, 9, 23, 30:      6:30-9:30pm

Beyond Basic Binding / Kris Clarkson   (Photo)
Edge techniques for a more decorative finish beyond basic binding will be taught in this class. Examples are scalloped edges, prairie points and piping. Prerequisite: Basic Binding
1 Session                   $25 + Book                   %%
Thurs. June 19:               9:30am-1:30pm
OR Mon. June 23:   5:30-9:30pm (this class was moved from Wed. June 18)

Blanche’s Hand Appliqué Club / Blanche Prior  (Photo)
Come and enjoy an evening of appliqué with Blanche Prior. Learn a new technique, get help with your project or just “sit & stitch” with friends. Beginners welcome! Advanced registration required.
Ongoing                          $10                            (ALL)
Mon. May 19, June 16, July 21, Aug. 18:        6-9pm

Block of the Month / Kathi Oderio
Learn how to draft blocks and design your own finished quilt. We meet September through July, drafting two blocks a month. Everyone’s quilt is one of a kind. 
Ongoing                   $12 per session                 (ALL)
Mon. May 5:   
AND/OR Mon. June 2:                           6:30-8:30pm
No classes in July and August

Chloe Bag / Angela Bonomo (Photo)
This sassy bag is great for daytime or you can dress it up for evenings. Made with just a few fat quarters it has just enough room for everything important. Plenty of pockets for your keys, phone and anything else you need!
1 Session             $30 + Pattern            %%
Mon. May 19            11am-2:30pm
OR tues. June 3         6-9:30pm

Clothesline Club
This club was designed for all you reproduction/feedsack enthusiasts, featuring the beautiful and fresh collection of fabric created by Darlene Zimmerman for Robert Kaufman. Joining the Granary's club is easy. For a $20 membership fee you will receive a free pattern each month (for one year) as well as a newsletter from Darlene which features recipes, sewing tips and historical tidbits. Join us either the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 7-8pm or the third Wednesday of the month from 9-10am to pick up your pattern, newsletter and learn new tips and tricks for the featured project. Attending the meetings is optional. Stop by today (or call with a credit card) to sign up for this great club!
Upcoming meeting dates:
Tues. 5/20, 6/17:              7-8pm
OR
Wed. 5/21, 6/18:            9-10am

Double Delight (continuation of the Clothesline Club!)
This is the next version of the Clothesline Club!  Joining the Double Delight Club is easy! For a one-time $25 membership fee, you will receive a project sheet and recipe each month for one year, and you’ll be on our exclusive email list to be the first to hear (or read) about new reproduction fabrics, books and patterns when they arrive in the store! While attending our club meetings is optional, you won’t want to miss a single one! Club members will be invited to do “show-and-tell”, we’ll review the current project sheet and share all of our tips and tricks for making the featured project, and we’ll give you a quick tour of what’s exciting and new in the store, all while you relax and enjoy a delicious dessert and coffee.
Upcoming meeting dates:
Tues. 7/15, 8/19, 9/16              7-8pm
OR
Wed.  7/16, 8/20, 9/17               9-10am

Finish It Fridays
If you’re a night owl, be sure to join us on the following Friday nights and enjoy the three S’s: Sitting, Sewing and Sewcializing until at least midnight (on occasion, sewing machines have been heard well past that hour!)
Advanced registration required.
$15 per session                                                      (ALL)
May 9, June 13, July 11, Aug. 8:                 6pm-12am

Free Motion Quilting I / Julie Cefalu
Turn your quilt tops into beautiful finished projects faster than ever before! Learn the basics of machine quilting, including free-motion, stipple, and machine guided quilting. The secret is the right tools and practice, practice, practice!
1 Session                          $25 + Book                         %
Wed. June 18:                                     10:30am-1:30pm
OR Tues. July 29:                                      6:30-9:30pm
OR  Wed. Sept. 10:                             10:30am-1:30pm

Hearts Entwined Table Runner / Kris Clarkson   (Photo)
Come and enjoy making a table runner perfect for Valentine's Day from one of Art to Heart's newest books, Love Is. The runner has scalloped edges and fusible appliquéd heart shaped rings.
1 session                   $25 + Book                 %%
Wed. May . 14:                                       10:30am-1:30pm

Holiday Sampler Block of the Month / Angela Bonomo   (Photo)
Santa and angels and mittens and kittens are among the many blocks you will be making for this 12 month Christmas quilt. You will be doing both machine appliqué and piecing in this quilt and after 12 months you will have one of the cutest quilts you have ever made! Meet with Angela on the 3rd Saturday of each month for 12 months (Jan – Dec); members will receive a kit for that month’s section of the 63” x 74” quilt. If monthly meetings don’t work for you, your kit can be mailed. Membership fee is $25 per month and is offered by automatic credit card billing only. The fee includes your monthly class, quilt pattern and all the fabric for the quilt (except the backing). Improve your machine piecing and hand or machine appliqué skills with an expert!
12 Sessions                         $25/Month                           %
Sat. May 17, June 21, July 19, Aug. 16:          10am-12pm

I Can't Believe It's a Sweatshirt / Kathy Ruwe   (Photo)
Learn this clever sew and shrink, raw edge technique to transform a plain sweatshirt into a stunning jacket that is sure to attract attention. Take a break from accurate piecing and enjoy the crazy sewing fun this project provides!
1 Session                         $25 + Pattern         %
Sat. June 7:                                       1-4pm
OR Fri. July 18:                              6:30-9:30pm

Jelly Roll Diamonds / Kris Clarkson (Photo)
This quilt combines strip piecing and 60 degree cutting to make this beautiful diamond shape block.  No templates or set in seams
3 Sessions               $50 + Pattern
Sat. May 17:                 1-3:30pm AND
Sat. May, 31, & June 14:              10:30am-1pm

Kids' Camp
Hey Kids!  Are you looking for a creative outlet this summer? Have you been wanting to learn how to make a quilt? Come and spend a fun week of machine sewing at the Granary.  You'll learn the basics of several machine quilting techniques in a fun and friendly atmosphere.  Upon registration, students will be given a supply list containing specific fabric and tool requirements. Students must bring a sewing machine in proper working condition that they are familiar with and already know how to operate.  If the machine skills are a problem, don't worry! On the Sundays just before our camps begin (July 15 and August 3) we'll offer our Basic/Refresher Sewing Machine Skills class. Quilt Campers must be 10 years of age or older. Sign up early - space is limited!
Two 5-day camps to choose from                 $150
Monday-Friday               9am-1pm
July 21-25      AND/OR      August 4-8

Let’s Finish Those Quilts! / Kathi Oderio
Do you have an unfinished quilt you would like to finish and need some help? Or is there a quilt you would like to make and need some extra help? Bring your project, extra fabric, pattern, machine, etc. and lunch. This class is 5 hours, and we will get a lot done. We all know what a great feeling it is to finish a quilt! Limit 8 quilters per class.
Ongoing              $15 per session                       ALL
Sat. May 10:                                           10am-3pm
AND/OR Wed. June 11:                           10am-3pm
AND/OR Wed. July 16:                            10:30am-3:30pm
AND/OR Wed.Aug. 13                           10am-3pm

Let’s Make Yo-Yo’s / Angela Bonomo   (Photo)
Yo-Yo’s are so much fun to make and with the new Clover Yo-Yo maker they are even more fun and you will get perfect Yo-Yos. We will be making a clown! It’s so cute, you will want to make more than one!
1 Session                $25 + Pattern               %%
Wed. July 9:                                      6-9:30pm

Machine Appliqué Workshop / Julie Cefalu     (Photo)
Learn how to machine appliqué using a variety of techniques suitable for any project. In this workshop, you will learn how to prepare your piece for raw edge appliqué and finish it with a blanket stitch, fine zigzag stitch or satin zigzag stitch. You’ll also prepare a turned edge appliqué piece that will be finished with an invisible machine stitch. You will complete a sample of each technique in class, so you’ll be ready for your next appliqué project!!
2 Sessions                        $40 + Book                      %
Tues. Apr. 29 & May 6:                   6:30-9:30pm

Miranda Bag / Jody Gosnell   (Photo)
This is a great quilted bag to take with you anywhere you go! With 10 inside pockets you’re sure to stay organized. This bag can be quilted or you may use fusible fleece for a smoother look. Choose fabric handles or fashion handles for a one of a kind look.
1 Session                   $30 + Pattern                     %%
Thurs. Apr. 24:                                     10:30am-2pm
OR Fri. Aug. 22:                        6-9:30pm
OR Thurs. Sept. 11:                 10:30am-2pm

Mystery Quilt / Paula Ivers
Get out of the heat and join Paula for lunch and a day of sewing!  Make a quilt without knowing what it will look like when it's finished.  We'll give you some guidelines beforehand so you can choose your fabric (which we'd love to help with!) and do some preliminary cutting and strip piecing.  The twists and turns of each step will pique your curiosity and motivate you to complete your blocks piece by piece.  A light and delicious lunch will be served.  Rotary cutting skills required!
1 Session                     $55                            %%
Sun. Aug. 10                                            10am-4pm

Not Your Grandmother's Stars / Paula Ivers   (Photo)
You'll be amazed at how easy this strip-pieced method for a classic star design can be--and without a single inset seam! In the process of learning this technique, you'll also learn the strip-pieced tumbling blocks technique. I believe that's called a "two-for-one" deal! Have you shied away from the Seven Sisters pattern with all those set-in seams? Shy away no more--here's your chance to learn just how easy it can be the strip-pieced way!
2 Sessions                       $40 + Pattern                 %%%
Tues. July 1 & 8:                                        6:30-9:30pm

Paula’s Block of the Month Fat Quarter Sampler Quilt Club / Paula Ivers   (Photo)
Meet with Paula on the first Saturday of each month, Jan. - Dec., and while making a beautiful 9-block sampler quilt, refine your quilting skills one block at a time. Paula will share her knowledge and help you master the most important elements of piecing so that your quilts will go together in a snap. You will learn fool-proof accurate rotary cutting skills, how to obtain the perfect ¼” seam allowance, and various pinning and pressing techniques. Our shop sample was made using batiks, but you can select your own favorite fabrics. We will discuss how to select a variety of fabrics which coordinate well together yet have enough contrast to make each block come to life. Don’t miss your opportunity to hone your quilting skills, learn some new techniques and make this spectacular 68” square sampler quilt. (Make-up sessions will be offered for missed classes.)
12 Sessions                  $110 one time fee                          %%
Sat. Jan. 5, Feb. 2, Mar. 1, Apr. 5:                           10am-12pm

Random Acts of Quilting (RAQ) ~ on Thursdays
Join Paula at The Granary every Thursday evening for help with any project of your choice. Whatever phase you’re at, we’re here to help! All levels of ability are welcome.
24-hour advance registration required.
Ongoing               $10 per session                     (ALL)
Thursdays:                                               6:30-9:30pm

Round Toothbrush Rug / Kris Clarkson (Photo)
Toothbrush rugs are fast, fun and easy to make.  Strips of fabric and a "toothbrush handle" tool are all you need.  Once you learn the technique you can go on to make rugs, placemats, baskets and more.  No sewing required.
1 Session             $25 + Tool
Tues. May 13:                             10:30am-1:30pm
OR                                                   6:30-9:30pm        

Sew What If It's Monday / Paula Ivers
Here's a great way to beat those Monday morning blahs. Drop the kids at school and meet Paula at The Granary for a couple hours of sewing. Bring the project of your choice and your sewing machine (or your hand-work) and start your week off on a creative foot. All levels welcome!
Advanced registration required.
Ongoing            $10 per session             (ALL)
Mondays:                                 9-11am

Strip Club / Happy Hour
Have you joined us for our “Happy Hour” yet? Also known as “Strip Club,” this Friday afternoon or evening get-together has quickly become one of our most popular clubs! Paula and Jody are your hostesses and will spend the evening showing you the latest and greatest merchandise in the shop and demonstrating new “stripping” techniques. Each month a specially-coordinated bundle of 2½” PRECUT strips and a strip-friendly surprise pattern will be introduced along with a thorough demonstration of assembly techniques. You’ll provide your own background, accent and/or border fabrics (as necessary depending upon the pattern) so everyone’s quilts will be unique. The fabrics will be revealed the month prior to the meeting so you can decide if you’ll be strippin’ with us at the next meeting. The pattern will remain a secret until the meeting and is always free with your purchase of the fabric bundle. There’s never a cover charge, and we won’t ask to see your I.D.! Join us for “Happy Hour” whichever months you choose for $45. Better yet, when you pre-register for a strip club meeting (on or before the 15th of the month), you will receive a special price of just $35 for your bundle. Two meetings to choosefrom—afternoon or evening!
Upcoming “Happy Hours”:
Fri. Apr. 25, May 30, June 27, July 25, Aug. 29:      2-3:30 OR 6:30-8pm

Sunday Sewcial
Bring your machine and come and enjoy a day of relaxed sewing. You’re welcome to come for the whole day or just a few hours. The Granary’s able staff is available to help you with all your quilting needs. We’ll be happy to help you choose a pattern and fabric to start a new project, practice your rotary cutting skills, put a binding on a quilt… you name it, we’ll do our best! Register early-space is limited.
$15 per session                  (ALL)
Apr. 27, May 25, June 29, July 27, Aug. 31:       10am-4pm

Table Trio / Jody Gosnell (Photo)
This placemat/napkin combination makes a great gift any time of year!   In this class we will be making napkins using an easy mitering technique for the borders!  Once you see how quickly and easily these go together you’ll be rushing to make more!  You will also learn the techniques to make a "quilt as you go" matching placemat.
1 Session                      $25+ Pattern           %
Wed. June 4:                        11am-2pm
OR Wed. Aug. 27               6-9pm          

Totally Awesome Tote Bag / Jody Gosnell (Photo)
Just in time for summer vacation, this bag is the perfect size to take anywhere you go!  With handy pockets on the outside and inside, it's easy to keep your keys and sunscreen close at hand!
1 Session                    $30 + Pattern               %
Thurs. May 22:                10:30am-2pm
OR Wed. May 28              6-9:30pm

Twisting Tesselations / Kathy Ruwe (Photo)
You will have great fun unlocking the “puzzle” of this quilt.  It’s much easier then you think!  Any strong contrasting colors will work.  Have fun searching your stash or shopping and come for an enjoyable day of thinking “outside of the quilting box.”
1 Session                        $25 + Book                %%
Sat. July 5:                                1-4pm
OR Fri. Aug. 15                     6:30-9:30pm

Venetian Tiles / Jody Gosnell (Photo)
Learn how to use the "X-Blocks" ruler while you create this beautiful quilt using strip piecing techniques or from scraps.  Once you learn how to use the ruler the door is opened to unlimited design possibilities! 
1 Session                    $25 + Pattern & X-Blocks Ruler     %%
Fri. June 6:                     6:30-9:30pm
OR Wed. Sept. 3             11am-2pm