Classes and Events
Finishing School
So now you have a finished quilt top, also known as a "flimsy". What next! If you have never finished a quilt or are still learning, you are probably wondering what you need to do next. This is the class for you.
Cost: $ 175.00
So now you have a finished quilt top, also known as a "flimsy". What next! If you have never finished a quilt or are still learning, you are probably wondering what you need to do next. This is the class for you.
Cost: $ 175.00
FREE Big Stitch Binding Class - AUGUST PROMO
Have you ever wanted to learn a different technique for finishing the binding on a quilt? Join Jenn for a class to learn big stitch binding, which features a chunky stitch with a bigger thread on the front of the quilt. You will bring a small project (an orphan block, mini quilt or potholder is great for this) finished and ready for binding, which you will learn to sew on in class and hand stitch down.
Cost: $ FREE
Have you ever wanted to learn a different technique for finishing the binding on a quilt? Join Jenn for a class to learn big stitch binding, which features a chunky stitch with a bigger thread on the front of the quilt. You will bring a small project (an orphan block, mini quilt or potholder is great for this) finished and ready for binding, which you will learn to sew on in class and hand stitch down.
Cost: $ FREE
FREE Mommy and Me Pillowcase Class - AUGUST PROMO
Join Rachel for an afternoon class for kids (ages 7 - 12) and learn to make your very own fun pillowcase! This is a Mommy and Me class, your child needs an adult along, as well as a working sewing machine. Come choose from lots of amazing fabrics in-store.
Cost: $ FREE
Join Rachel for an afternoon class for kids (ages 7 - 12) and learn to make your very own fun pillowcase! This is a Mommy and Me class, your child needs an adult along, as well as a working sewing machine. Come choose from lots of amazing fabrics in-store.
Cost: $ FREE
FREE Simple Tote Bag - AUGUST PROMO
Join Carol, our bag making queen, and learn how to make a simple tote bag that you can take with you when you go shopping or to the beach. You will get to do some customizing of your bag! There will be a few sizes to choose from, as well as the option of boxed corners. We have some beautiful canvas in store as well if you prefer a heavier bag.
Cost: $ FREE
Join Carol, our bag making queen, and learn how to make a simple tote bag that you can take with you when you go shopping or to the beach. You will get to do some customizing of your bag! There will be a few sizes to choose from, as well as the option of boxed corners. We have some beautiful canvas in store as well if you prefer a heavier bag.
Cost: $ FREE
Introduction to Quilting Level 1
Anyone can learn to quilt. The challenge is knowing how and where to start. Join Joanne for this 5 week (no class on the 4th week) workshop as she leads you on your journey to making your first quilt. This introduction to quilting gives you all the tools for success, focusing on the three building blocks that make a quilt: cutting, piecing and pressing.
Cost: $ 175.00
Anyone can learn to quilt. The challenge is knowing how and where to start. Join Joanne for this 5 week (no class on the 4th week) workshop as she leads you on your journey to making your first quilt. This introduction to quilting gives you all the tools for success, focusing on the three building blocks that make a quilt: cutting, piecing and pressing.
Cost: $ 175.00
Introduction to Quilting Level 2
Building on the techniques from Level 1, participants will be introduced to strip piecing, chain piecing, piecing on the bias, half square triangles and points. You will learn how to incorporate sashing, corners stones as well as how to miter corners on your borders and prepare bias binding.
Cost: $ 200.00
Building on the techniques from Level 1, participants will be introduced to strip piecing, chain piecing, piecing on the bias, half square triangles and points. You will learn how to incorporate sashing, corners stones as well as how to miter corners on your borders and prepare bias binding.
Cost: $ 200.00
Open Sew
Open Sew at Violet Quilts! Bring your own projects on Tuesdays from 10.30 am till 4.30 pm, and meet other quilters for stitches and giggles! Make use of the classroom facilities (you'll have to bring your own machine and necessary tools, but cutting and ironing stations are there for your use, and each height adjustable table has its' own power bar) When your sew-jo's on the go-slow there's nothing like quilting with others for inspiration, advice and encouragement, and the Staff are always on hand to help. Must be booked - though it's always worth calling to see whether there are spaces available.
Cost: $ FREE
Open Sew at Violet Quilts! Bring your own projects on Tuesdays from 10.30 am till 4.30 pm, and meet other quilters for stitches and giggles! Make use of the classroom facilities (you'll have to bring your own machine and necessary tools, but cutting and ironing stations are there for your use, and each height adjustable table has its' own power bar) When your sew-jo's on the go-slow there's nothing like quilting with others for inspiration, advice and encouragement, and the Staff are always on hand to help. Must be booked - though it's always worth calling to see whether there are spaces available.
Cost: $ FREE
Patchwork Duffle Bag Class
You really can carry it all with this giant duffle bag! Join Sara Chisholm for 2 Saturday classes and make this adorable patchwork duffle (you do have the option of making it with a single fun fabric as well). Then fill it up and take it on a vacation!
Cost: $ 150.00
You really can carry it all with this giant duffle bag! Join Sara Chisholm for 2 Saturday classes and make this adorable patchwork duffle (you do have the option of making it with a single fun fabric as well). Then fill it up and take it on a vacation!
Cost: $ 150.00
Simple Tote Bag
Join Carol, our bag making queen, and learn how to make a simple tote bag that you can take with you when you go shopping or to the beach. You will get to do some customizing of your bag! There will be a few sizes to choose from, as well as the option of boxed corners. We have some beautiful canvas in store as well if you prefer a heavier bag.
Cost: $ 25.00
Join Carol, our bag making queen, and learn how to make a simple tote bag that you can take with you when you go shopping or to the beach. You will get to do some customizing of your bag! There will be a few sizes to choose from, as well as the option of boxed corners. We have some beautiful canvas in store as well if you prefer a heavier bag.
Cost: $ 25.00
FWCLUB: Featherweight Club
Come join your fellow Featherweight enthusiasts for a lovely day of sewing together!
Cost: $ FREE
Come join your fellow Featherweight enthusiasts for a lovely day of sewing together!
Cost: $ FREE
LAQC-01: Longarm Certification
Learn to longarm quilt your own quilts! No need to find the space in your home or the funds needed to buy your own longarm machine, you can use the stunning, sparkly purple Bella!
Cost: $ 150.00
Learn to longarm quilt your own quilts! No need to find the space in your home or the funds needed to buy your own longarm machine, you can use the stunning, sparkly purple Bella!
Cost: $ 150.00
Project Linus Charity Quilt Day
Come and spend the fourth Tuesday of each month making quilts for Project Linus. These quilts will provide a sense of security and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized or otherwise in need of a hug. Although this day is free, we do ask you please preregister so we can be sure to accommodate all our interested sewists
Cost: $ FREE
Come and spend the fourth Tuesday of each month making quilts for Project Linus. These quilts will provide a sense of security and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized or otherwise in need of a hug. Although this day is free, we do ask you please preregister so we can be sure to accommodate all our interested sewists
Cost: $ FREE
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