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Beginning Wool
Bernina Machine/Embroidery Mastery Classes
Borders, Binding Basics and Beyond
Cardinal Paper Piecing
Little Quilts Squared

Lucky Stars


More Fun with Machine Embroidery
*   More Fun with Machine Embroidery Appliqué
Turning 20 - Rotary 101
Under the Stars
Registration and Class Details

   
 


Beginning Wool

1 Wednesday  6:00 - 8:30, Feb 8


Resident wool expert Kim will teach you the basics to start you off in the wonderful world of wool
appliqué. She and daughter Katie are designing their very own seasonal wool placemat pattern “Winterberry” to spark up your dining area. Stop in and see the model.

Kits available | Instructor Kim Zenk | Class $18


Bernina Machine/Embroidery Mastery Classes


Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery Classes
Our mastery curriculum is redesigned so you can have fun with your new Bernina and at the same time, try out the great accessories available.

Free Machine and Embroidery Mastery classes provided with every purchase of a new Bernina sewing machine from the Calico Hutch. If you wish to take classes but purchased a machine elsewhere the fee per class is $40.

Mastery #1 5:30-9 Jan 16 (The Basics)
1-4:30 Jan 23

Mastery #2 5:30-9 Jan 23
(Stitch Fun) 1-4:30 Jan 30

Mastery #3 5:30-9 Jan 30
(Creative Options) 1-4:30 Feb 6


Bernina 830 Class 1-4:00 Jan 20


Embroidery Mastery Classes

Mastery #1 6-8:30 Jan 5

Mastery #2 6-8:30 Jan 12

Mastery #3 6-8:30 Jan 19


BSR CLASS ($15) 1-4 Feb 3

Designer Plus Software—Version 6

Saturday - January 14 12:30—3:30 PM
Saturday– February 11 12:30—3:30 PM


Borders, Binding Basics and Beyond

(Beginner)

1 Saturday (1-4) March 3

When all is said and done, a beautiful binding is extremely important to the final look of your quilt. Kim will teach you how to make a flat, full, gorgeous binding with square corners and also how to scallop a binding. From beginning to the end you will learn how to make a masterpiece binding to put the finishing touch on your quilt.

Kits available - $3.

Instructor Kim Zenk.  Class $15


Cardinal Paper Piecing
(Beginner)

1 Saturday (2-4:00) February 4

This beginner paper piecing class will get you off in the right direction as you make a pair cardinals
finishing to 12-inch mini-quilt. Merle teaches you the process and toolsl necessary for successful paper
piecing. Pattern and kits available.

Instructor Merle Stensrud.  Class $15











Little Quilts Squared

(Beyond Beginner)

Saturdays (11-2)
September 10,
October 8,
November 12 and
December 10

Merle teaches a new “Little Quilts Squared” each Saturday following THE GROOVY GIRLS. Slip a new one on your quilt stand each month and enjoy. Patterns by Wooden Bear Designs. Stands, kits and buttons available.

Instructor Merle Stensrud. Class $15

December - It's Spring Again
January - April Bunny
February - May Flowers
March - July Blooms
April - August Beach Fun


Lucky Stars
Rotary 101
(Beginner)

2 Tuesdays (6-8:30) February 28 & March 13

In the Lucky Stars class Merle teaches all the basics needed to begin your quilting career. Learn to rotary cut, piece, press, and all the techniques to finish your quilt top. Don’t let the stars fool you. It is easy, fast and fun. Kits and patterns available.

Instructor Merle Stensrud.  Class $20


More Fun with Machine Embroidery

Thursday Jan 26 (1-4) or Thursday Feb 9 (5-8)

Have you taken the Embroidery Mastery classes but wish you could have more help or spend a few hours building your confidence in fine tuning this awesome hobby? This class is just what you need.

Instructor Janet Hintermeister. Class $18


More Fun with Machine Embroidery Appliqué

Thursday Jan 26 (5-8) or Thursday Feb 9 (1-4)

Machine Appliqué is a great way to embroider while combining thread and fabric to create quilts, wall hanging, clothing and other accessories.

Go from this class to making your very own Wildflowers or Seasons Greetings or other desired project.

Instructor Janet Hintermeister. Class $18


Turning 20 – Rotary 101
(Beginner)

2 Tuesdays (6-8:30) January 10 & 24

Want to learn to quilt? In the Turning Twenty class Merle teaches all the basics needed to begin your quilting adventure. Learn to cut, piece, press, and all the techniques to finish your quilt top, 70 x 86. It is easy, fast and fun. Merle and Turning Twenty will turn you on the path to a lifetime of quilting success.  Kits and patterns available.

Instructor Merle Stensrud. Class $20


Under the Stars
(Beyond Beginner)

2 Saturdays (11-4:00) January 21 & February 18

Under the Stars is a great class with an opportunity to learn a few new techniques including paper
piecing (log cabins), flying geese using the 4X4 ruler and machine appliqué.

Under the Stars finishes to 33 x 49 making it just the right size for your wall. Patterns and kits available.

Instructor Merle Stensrud. Class $20


Registration and Class Details

In an effort to make every class the best possible experience for everyone:

- We must receive your class fee at least one week prior to class to reserve your space. Phone reservations will be held for five days to allow time for you to mail or drop off your payment. After that time we cannot hold your spot. Please call us if you wish to pay by credit card.

- Once you have paid for the class, you must come in and pick up a class supply list. Supply lists are available March 18 for the spring sessions. Please purchase and assemble all required supplies before class. The Calico Hutch offers a 20% discount on all supplies purchased for classes.

- If you choose to mail in your payment and want us to mail you a class supply list, please enclose a self-address postpaid envelope.

- For common courtesy to the teacher and other students, please arrive early to set up your machine, organize all required class supplies and be ready to start at the designated time. Late arrivals disrupt valuable class instruction.

- Provided we receive seven days notice, we offer a full refund if you cannot attend a class. A refund is also given if we cancel a class due to low enrollment.

 

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