Chester County Quilting Class List

Happy New Year!

I hope each of you had a wonderful holiday season and you're ready for the adventures awaiting you in the New Year. I'm very excited
about this latest offering of classes here at CCQ. You'll find many of your favorite instructors have returned, but there are a few new
names you'll want to become familiar with, too. As always, we have lots of new projects to pique your interest, but we never forget to
bring back the classes that are in demand no matter how many times we've presented them. If you're one of those people who's
schedule simply doesn't allow time for a class, maybe you should take a look at the current and upcoming block-of-the-month programs.
Generals' Wives and Ginger Rose both start in January, with others planned for later in the year.

As in years past, please keep in mind that my motto is 'Live to quilt another day' when it comes to inclement weather. If you're ever
concerned about coming to class, just call. Chances are good that I'm going to feel the same way, especially since many of you travel
quite some distance to get here. I post weather updates on the CCQ web site, Facebook, and Twitter. If you aren't already following
Chester County Quilting, please consider it. In addition to weather updates, I post when an especially interesting shipment of fabric
arrives or when monthly block kits are available for pick up.

Here are a couple of dates you might want to keep in mind for the upcoming year. My sixth annual Super Bowl Sunday Sale will be held
on Saturday, February 4th (since I'm closed on Sundays now). My Birthday Week sale starts April 23rd and runs through the 28th. And
because it's such a popular event, the 2012 Fall Fabric Frenzy Shop Hop is scheduled for November 2nd through the 5th. Keep your
eyes peeled for more info throughout the year. We're in the process of adding some new shops to this year's Hop and making some other
changes to keep the Hop and fun and interesting as possible.

Happy Quilting!
Ramona

Petal Power Pillow
Instructor: Teresa Fusco
Class Fee: $55
Class Dates: Saturday – January 21
Class Time: 10 – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Once in a while it's nice to work on a non-quilt project,
especially if you can make something great that matches a quilt that you've
already made. The Petal Power Pillow is great for using up your scraps, and
it's just plain fun to make.

Ho...Ho...Holiday
Instructor: Jane Jarvis
Class Fee: $24
Class Dates: Wednesdays – January 25 & February 8
Class Time: 6 – 8 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Please welcome Jane to CCQ as she gets started with an
embroidery class to help you make a cute snowflake wall hanging. Students who
already own an embroidery machine will be able to brush up on their skills while
learning machine applique. Required for class: Stipple! Ho...Ho...Holiday
embroidery machine software. Contact the shop for more info.

Scrappy Rag Rug
Instructor: Julie Liggett
Class Fee: $24
Class Date: Saturday – January 28
Class Time: Noon – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Winter is a great time to repurpose your stash! Clear out
leftover fabrics and add some new ones for 'scrapping' an accent rug while
viewing those endless football and basketball games. If you have never
crocheted before, not to worry. Basic stitches are all you'll need to make this
pop of color for any room in your house! Pattern required for class: Scrappy
Rag Rug, designed by Diane Sexton of Diane Sexton Designs, $10

Basic Machine Quilting
Instructor: Ramona Moreland
Class Fee: $15
Class Dates: Tuesday – January 31
Class Time: 6 – 8 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: You’ve sewn your quilt top, and now you’re faced with
the hard part – quilting. We’ll cover the basics on how to get those three layers
together, including a review of batting and marking. Class will start out with a
discussion on marking, batting, layering, and thread choices. We'll then start
stitching some simple, basic designs and proceed as far as we can as time allows.

BYOB Water Bottle Sling
Instructor: Jane Jarvis
Class Fee: $12
Class Dates: Wednesday – February 1
Class Time: 6 – 8 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: The BYOB Water Bottle Sling is a great way to take along
your reusable water bottle with you and keep it insulated at the same time. Jane
makes hers for her grandchildren when they go to the zoo - how cool is that?!?
Book required for class: Sewing Green, by Betz White, $24.95

I've Got It All! Bag
Instructor: Julie Liggett
Class Fee: $24
Class Date: Saturday – February 4
Class Time: Noon – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: This tote is perfect for stashing your yoga mat or beach
gear. Learn simple construction and painless zipper application in this class.
What a unique shape! Pattern required for class: I've Got It All!, designed by
Julie Liggett of Julie Liggett Designs, $10

Quilter's Color Wheel
Instructor: Karen Izzi
Class Fee: $15
Class Dates: Saturday – February 11
Class Time: 10 AM – 12:30 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: No winter blues here! Join us for a morning of color fun!
After a brief into to color basics, we will explore the importance and healing power
of color in our lives as well as in our quilts. We are creating unique color wheels
using scraps of fabric. The Quilter’s Color Wheel can be used as a reference tool,
a decorative wall hanging, or as a table runner.

Soffit Panel: Creative Raw-Edge Free Motion Class
Instructor: Teresa Fusco
Class Fee: $65
Class Date: Saturday – February 18
Class Time: Saturday - 10 AM to 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Teresa has been making and selling soffit
quilts for years. Use them for a valance, hang it on the vertical,
or even put one on a table. Teresa has them in her house above
doorways, closets, and halls. A mix between Hawaiian appliqué,
paper snowflakes, and, of course, raw-edge appliqué, everyone
will have fun and let themselves get creative in this class.

Strips & Ladders
Instructor: Marie Byers
Class Fee: $24
Class Date: Saturday – February 25
Class Time: Noon – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: If you simply can't get enough of strips, or wonder how you can use
the strips you already have, then Strips & Ladders is the class you've been looking for. Fun
to make, and great looking no matter what fabric you decide to use, you'll have a completed
quilt top in no time. Pattern required for class: Strips & Ladders, designed by Barbara Becker
of Four Paws Quilting, $9

BSR Needle Case
Instructor: Jane Jarvis
Class Fee: $12
Class Dates: Wednesday – February 29
Class Time: 6 – 8 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Calling all Bernina owners who want to get more comfortable
using their BSR - Bernina Stitch Regulator. Jane has put together a class for you
to make a needle case while you improve your skills. Perfect! Kit required for class:
available from Jane for $15.

Coiled Fabric Bowls & Pottery
Instructor: Patti Verish
Class Fee: $24
Class Dates: Saturday – March 3
Class Time: Noon - 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: This class never loses its appeal. Bowls are totally cool and so
easy to make you’ll be amazed. For those of you who are feeling adventurous, we're
adding in pottery shapes to expand your horizons. Choose your color, choose your size,
choose your shape – the variations are endless. These make great hostess gifts. Books
highly recommended for class: It’s A Wrap OR It's A Wrap 2, by Susan Breier - $19.95
OR Sewing Pottery By Machine, by Barbara Warholic for That Patchwork Place, $22.99

Pennsylvania Fieldstones
Instructor: Cyndy Kryder
Class Fee: $60
Class Date: Wednesdays – March 7, 14 & 28, April 11 & 25
Class Time: 6 to 8 PM
Class rating: Beginner

Class Description: Calling all beginners! I've gotten many requests for a
true beginners class that covers the entire quilting process from choosing your
fabrics all the way to turning the binding. Cyndy will leave no stone unturned
(!) as she teaches you everything you need to know to make this cozy project.
Pattern required for class: Pennsylvania Fieldstones, by Endless Mountain
Quiltworks, $8

Quick Jelly Roll Strip Quilt
Instructor: Patti Verish
Class Fee: $24
Class Date: Saturday – March 24
Class Time: Noon – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Okay. So, from time to time you ask yourself, ‘What am I going to
do with these wonderful jelly rolls I've been collecting?’ Here’s the answer you've
been searching for! In just one evening, you’ll have a great-looking top to show off and
the best part is just how quickly you can complete it. This technique is hot, hot, hot!

Basic Machine Quilting
Instructor: Ramona Moreland
Class Fee: $15
Class Dates: Thursday – March 29
Class Time: 6 – 8 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: You’ve sewn your quilt top, and now you’re faced with
the hard part – quilting. We’ll cover the basics on how to get those three layers
together, including a review of batting and marking. Class will start out with a
discussion on marking, batting, layering, and thread choices. We'll then start
stitching some simple, basic designs and proceed as far as we can as time allows.

Clamshells Pillow
Instructor: Teresa Fusco
Class Fee: $50
Class Date: Saturday – March 31
Class Time: 10 AM - 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: How about a traditional pattern with a new technique, all
machine quilted? Choose scraps or choose your favorite colors to make a large
pillow top. Students will learn how to draft clamshells and appliqué accurately.

Fabulous Fabric Topiaries
Instructor: Karen Izzi
Class Fee: $15
Class Dates: Saturday – April 7
Class Time: 10 AM – 12:30 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Let your creative juices blossom! We are creating a forest of
table-top trees to brighten up the spring decor. Using scraps of fabric, buttons, and
beads we are growing some amazing trees to take home or give as a gift. These little
treasures will surely be the first sign of spring. As seen in Quilting Arts Magazine.

Served With A Twist
Instructor: Jane Jarvis
Class Fee: $36
Class Dates: Saturday – April 14
Class Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: You're going to love this table topper with
its too-cute little twists! Decorate your table for spring by grabbing
some bright floral prints, adding in a few coordinates, and you'll be
all set. Pattern required for class: Served With A Twist, designed
by Karen DuMont for KariePatch Designs, $9

Leftovers
Instructor: Keeley Levitsky
Class Fee: $36
Class Date: Saturday – April 21
Class Time: Noon – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Keeley has discovered a great pattern that we think you're going
to love! As the name implies, Leftovers will make great use of your scraps. Combined with
a coordinating background fabric, you'll make this unique quilt top in no time at all. Pattern
required for class: Leftovers, designed by Modern Quilt Relish, $9

Free-Motion Reverse appliqué
Instructor: Teresa Fusco
Class Fee: $65
Class Date: Saturday – April 28
Class Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: This will be your first ah-ha moment in quilting. What a great
technique to use on all those appliquéd borders! Students will learn machine appliqué
and layering - the complete opposite of hand appliqué. You will have all the skills
needed to complete your wall hanging at home.

Funky Embellishments
Instructor: Teresa Fusco
Class Fee: $55
Class Date: Saturday – May 19
Class Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Teresa gets SO MANY comments and compliments on the
embellishments that she adds to her quilts that she's decided to put together a
class dedicated to the process. Be prepared to learn how to add special touches to
all your projects - Teresa's got a ton of tricks up her sleeve!

Basic Machine Quilting
Instructor: Ramona Moreland
Class Fee: $15
Class Dates: Tuesday – May 29
Class Time: 6 – 8 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: You’ve sewn your quilt top, and now you’re faced with
the hard part – quilting. We’ll cover the basics on how to get those three layers
together, including a review of batting and marking. Class will start out with a
discussion on marking, batting, layering, and thread choices. We'll then start
stitching some simple, basic designs and proceed as far as we can as time allows.

Merry Christmas Wall Hanging/Quilt
Instructor: Jane Jarvis
Class Fee: $72
Class Dates: Saturdays – June 16 & 30, July 14
Class Time: Noon – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Christmas in July! Jane brings us another appliqué
quilt using your embroidery machine. You'll decide whether you want to make
a wall hanging or a quilt, and which designs you want to use in your project. This
is a beautiful and versatile project. Required for class: Merry Christmas pattern
with CD, designed by Angela Steveson for Lunch Box Quilts, $45

Machine Appliqué
Instructor: Teresa Fusco
Class Fee: $95
Class Date: Saturday – June 23 & July 28
Class Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: This class covers traditional techniques for machine appliqué.
Using an assortment of threads and machine feet, students will focus on all the
techniques needed to create the Harrison Rose Block. Teresa brings her trunk show
of appliqué ed quilts to class for show and tell so you'll have plenty of examples.

Basic Machine Quilting
Instructor: Ramona Moreland
Class Fee: $15
Class Dates: Thursday – July 26
Class Time: 6 – 8 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: You’ve sewn your quilt top, and now you’re faced with
the hard part – quilting. We’ll cover the basics on how to get those three layers
together, including a review of batting and marking. Class will start out with a
discussion on marking, batting, layering, and thread choices. We'll then start
stitching some simple, basic designs and proceed as far as we can as time allows.

The Artful Eye
Instructor: Teresa Fusco
Class Fee: $
Class Date: Saturday – August 25
Class Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: This class helps you focus on your idea, letting go
and just doing it. You and your sewing machine graduate to the next
level, using fabric and thread to express your idea and exploring the
design process of art quilts. Each student will be designing a piece
suitable for framing. Don't let the design process stop you from taking
this class - Teresa promises you will not be disappointed.

Christmas Tree Skirt
Instructor: Julie Liggett
Class Fee: $24
Class Date: Saturday – September 15
Class Time: Noon – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Woo-hoo! Imagine getting a Christmas tree skirt started
and maybe even finished just in time for the holidays - and with time to spare!
Join the designer to make your own version of Julie's tree skirt. Pattern required
for class: Christmas Tree Skirt, designed by Julie Liggett of Liggett Designs - $

Basic Machine Quilting
Instructor: Ramona Moreland
Class Fee: $15
Class Dates: Tuesday – September 25
Class Time: 6 – 8 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: You’ve sewn your quilt top, and now you’re faced with
the hard part – quilting. We’ll cover the basics on how to get those three layers
together, including a review of batting and marking. Class will start out with a
discussion on marking, batting, layering, and thread choices. We'll then start
stitching some simple, basic designs and proceed as far as we can as time allows.

Convergence Quilt
Instructor: Teresa Fusco
Class Fee: $65
Class Date: Saturday – September 29
Class Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Based on a technique method made popular by Ricky Tims,
here's an easy way to make artistic wall quilts. Learn the theory behind this type
of construction. There's a bit of mystery using this method because the effect of
your fabric choices is not realized until you progress though each step.

No Curved Piecing - Drunkard's Path the Easy Way
Instructor: Teresa Fusco
Class Fee: $65
Class Date: Saturday – October 20
Class Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: Experience the use of many fabrics to create a contemporary
or traditional look depending on your choices. A fun quilt to make with two colors.
The no-curve piecing is easy to master using blind stitching, your rotary equipment,
a compass and your sewing machine.

Basic Machine Quilting
Instructor: Ramona Moreland
Class Fee: $15
Class Dates: Tuesday – November 29
Class Time: 6 – 8 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: You’ve sewn your quilt top, and now you’re faced with
the hard part – quilting. We’ll cover the basics on how to get those three layers
together, including a review of batting and marking. Class will start out with a
discussion on marking, batting, layering, and thread choices. We'll then start
stitching some simple, basic designs and proceed as far as we can as time allows.

Tapestry Bargello
Instructor: Teresa Fusco
Class Fee: $65
Class Date: Saturday – December 15
Class Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Class rating: Beginner & Up

Class Description: One of the most popular and beautiful pieced quilts of
today, the Bargello pattern is made from rectangles sewn into peaks and valleys
of gradual color changes. This pattern has its roots in embroidered needlework
and can be traced back over 500 years to Europe where some preserved pieces
can still be found in museums. This class is dedicated to Louis Comfort Tiffany.

Experimental Appliqué
Instructor: Marty Guyer
Registration Fee: Free
Class Dates: EVERY Tuesday of the month
Class Time: 12 - 2 PM
Class Rating: All experience levels from beginner to advanced

Class Description: For anyone who has been wanting to try her hand at
appliqué, or for anyone who's been wanting to improve her skills: this class
is for you! Why are we calling it experimental? Well, Marty is so passionate
about appliqué that she wants to teach everyone she can, and the best way
to do that is to offer her class for FREE (except for a one-time materials fee
of $5 when you first sign up)! Marty will cover which techniques, tools,
patterns, and fabrics work for her, some of which you may never have had
a chance to try before, or maybe didn't even know existed. Join the
experiment and widen your appliqué horizons!

Quilt A Little
Instructor: Kathy Savage
Class Fee: $22
Class Dates: The third Wednesday of the month
Class Time: 6 – 8 PM
Class Rating: Beginner and up

Class Description: I'm very excited to announce a new monthly series
of classes here at CCQ taught by Kathy Savage. Quilt A Little will begin in
January and take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the each month. We will
make 12 small quilts throughout the year. You will also get a larger version
of the quilt block so make a bed/lap quilt, a special pattern for a Mystery
Sampler Quilt and a pattern for a project using the pattern of the month or
a special technique. This is a great class for quilters of all skill levels. Each
month's patterns are included in the class fee.

Second Fridays
Instructor: Ramona Moreland
Registration Fee: Free
Class Dates: The second Friday of the month
Class Time: 6 – 11 PM
Class Rating: Any

Class Description: Why are second Fridays so fun? Because we all get to work
on some of those UFOs! Have you gotten stuck somewhere in the creation process
Are things not falling into place just quite right? Have you stalled in finishing a
project you started in class? Or have you just plain forgotten to take time out for
yourself? No matter what the reason for that unfinished project, let’s work on it
together. All encouragement, support, and opinions are free. We’ll order out for
dinner and make new friends while we do what we've really wanted to do –
QUILT! Please call in advance to reserve your seat. SPECIAL NOTE: if you
reserve a space and can't make it, please call? There's always a waiting list, and
I won't be mad if your plans change - I promise!

Smocking
Instructor: Nancy Proud
Class Fee: $10 per evening attended
Class Dates: The first Thursday of the month starting June 2nd
Class Time: 6 - 7:30 PM
Class Rating: All experience levels from beginner to advanced

Class Description: Smockers at all levels from beginners to advanced
are invited to attend a monthly open smocking session. Upcoming classes
will include instruction on fabric preparation, pleating, shaping and blocking,
smocking stitches, centering the smocked design, applying piping to the
completed smocked piece, and how to use the smocked piece to make a dress,
pillow, or other finished item. Bring your smocking questions or UFOs and
join the group for instruction, answers to your smocking questions, and an
enjoyable evening with like-minded stitchers. Students who previously took
the "Basic English Smocking Sampler class" should bring their beginner kit
to the first session. Students who do not have a beginner kit should indicate
their need for a kit at the time of registration. Sampler kit fee - $10

Do you need a place to baste your quilt top? Don't forget, you're more than
welcome to make use of the CCQ classroom when it's not otherwise booked.
Just call ahead to make sure that a class won't be in session. The cost? Free!

CCQ has teamed up with ConKerr Cancer and the Million Pillowcase Challenge, sponsored by American Patchwork & Quilting magazine.
Stop by the shop and pick up a pillowcase kit for just $5, or make one from your own favorite pattern. When you’re done, wash the
pillowcase, place it in a resealable plastic bag, and drop it off here whenever it’s convenient. I will make sure that it gets to the ConKerr
Cancer organization, who will then distribute the pillowcases to sick children in area hospitals. Visit my ConKerr Cancer page to learn
how the program has been embraced by the kids and teachers at the Phoenixville Area Middle School, as well as free copies of four great
pillowcase patterns from AP&Q.

Many of you have taken advantage of the magazine and pattern freebies here in the shop. If you'd like to unload some of the unwanted
periodicals, books and/or patterns that are clogging up your sewing space, please feel free to drop them off here at the shop. You'll be
making space for the projects that you REALLY want to work on while giving someone else an opportunity to find something that's new
to them.

REGISTRATION - You may register for classes in person or by phone. Most classes are limited to six students, so please register
early to avoid being put on a waiting list. Classes must be paid in full at the time of registration in person. All classes must be paid in
cash or by check made payable to the instructor. When registering by phone, payment must be mailed to arrive at the shop within one
week. Your space may be given to a paying student if the class fills before your payment is received. If payment is not received within
one week of calling, your name will be removed from the roster – no exceptions. Registration policy will be strictly enforced.

REFUNDS - Classes canceled by the shop will be refunded in full. Student cancellations made seven days prior to the scheduled class
date will also be refunded in full; no-shows and cancellations made less than seven days prior to the class will not receive
a refund. Class begins promptly at the listed time. Please arrive 15 minutes early to set up your work area.

NEW – Please be aware that most classes require a minimum number of students. Should we not be able to meet the minimum at
least three days prior to the scheduled date of the class, it may have to be canceled. Although you will certainly be refunded your class
fee, please keep this policy in mind as you gather together your class supplies. Class descriptions, given to you when you register,
include lists of all supplies required for each class.

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CHESTER COUNTY QUILTING
702 Village at Eland, Route 113, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Phone - 610.917.2527
Fax - 610.917.0141
Contact - ChesterCountyQuilting@verizon.net

Class List for January - December 2012

Ongoing Programs/Ongoing Fun

ConKerr Cancer

Go Green – Recycling by Quilters, for Quilters

Stone House Quilting
Lisa Calle holds court at CCQ for
consultations on the second Saturday
of the month. Please phone Lisa at
610.495.8762 to schedule your appointment.
Current Customers only, please.

Chester County Quilting is online, too!

Class Registration Policy - Please Read!

Talented Professional Machine Quilters
We are so fortunate to have as many talented long-arm quilters in our area as we do, and I
always think it's wonderful to support a local woman-owned business when we can. The quilters
listed below, as well as others, have done work for Chester County Quilting, and they do
beautiful work. Let one of them help you turn your unfinished top into a completed quilt.

Now for something completely different!
Calling All Beginning Appliqué-ers and Wanna-Be's!
Appliqué Classes by Appointment

Amy Smith-Moniz is available for private and semi-private lessons in appliqué. The cost is $25 for three half-hour
sessions, but drops to $20 per person if you bring a friend or two. Now that's a true bargain to learn a life-long skill!
Classes are held here at the shop at times to fit your schedule. If you're interested, call the shop for more info.

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Special Events

Lorac Designs
Carol Heisler will be here at the shop
for consultations the second Wednesday
evening of the month.
Call Carol at 610.277.5573
to get the ball rolling.

Mark your calendars!
The 2012 Fabulous Fall Fabric Frenzy Shop Hop
takes place November 2nd through the 5th.
Click on the page link above for more info, or visit
www.FallFabricFrenzy.com for more details!

Super Bowl Weekend Sale
Saturday, February 4, 2012
All fabric will be $2 off per yard, $2.50 if you finish the bolt!
Fat Quarter Bundles - $5 off
Jelly Rolls - $5 off
Charm Packs - $1 off

My Birthday Week Sale
April 23 - 28, 2012
Special pricing, refreshments, prizes.
Stay tuned!

Check it out! This class is
perfect for beginners and
experienced stitchers, too!

Check it out! This class is
perfect for beginners!

Please note the correct day for the Pennsylvania Fieldstones class is Wednesday!