Textile Traditions
Make Quilts - Make History
Classes & Events
Our
classes and workshops increase your skills as a textile artist. Pre-registration
required for all classes, classes fill quickly so make your reservations
now! Registration and additional information available via e-mail
or phone at 530-623-6454.
When shopping for materials for your class, be sure to mention it when checking out. Students get 15% off their entire purchase of class supplies!
Read about our class policy. Our Classroom is equipped with sewing machines, ironing stations and nice big tables for cutting or laying out projects (no need to clear off the dining table!). This area is available for your use anytime a class is not in session. Best of all, expert help is available in case you get "stuck" on any aspect of your project.
Remember, registering for class is just a click away! In your email registration, be sure to include your name and contact info.
September/October 2008 Classes
Sarong Jalang Trunk Show & Sale - Saturday
September 6
Fabric exotica! Bridget is just back from Bali with a new collection
of batik sarongs in exciting colors and patterns. Fabric not found at
any other quilt shop! These batiks will inspire you to make some fantastic
quilts this winter. Also great for unique clothing and aprons. Beat
the afternoon heat (we will have the air conditioner on) & get first
choice of these great new styles. Try a few Balinese treats, hear about
Bridget's adventures in Bali and be amazed at the "Balinese bobbin
winding technique". (Hint--it involves the use of teeth and a chopstick...)
Presenter: Bridget Carson
Time: 2PM Saturday September
Free admission, seating limited
Register by Email
Bag
‘O Tricks—Reusable, Reversible Shopping Bag! -Saturday,
September 13
Sorry, Class Cancelled
so We Can Attend Memorial Services
Bring one yard, two half-yards or 4 fat quarters and make
a great reversible shopping bag. Be kind to the environment by ending
wasteful use of plastic bags. You will be so proud of your bag, you
will never forget it in the car. Free pattern! Only $5 per student.
Space limited, reserve a seat now. We have bag kits available, or use
Halloween fabric to make a great Trick or Treat bag for your kids.
Time: Two sessions, 10AM & 2PM
Instructor: Sue Rhodes
Class Fee: $5 per person
.Register by Email
Midnight Mischief
Saturday, September 20
We’ve had a lot of requests for this class! Brenda will teach
you her tricks and shortcuts for making the fabulous Midnight Mischief
Halloween quilt. See the sample in our shop. Includes one panel of Midnight
Mischief fabric and free pattern. Select from our great Halloween prints
for a great seasonal quilt or wall hanging. Quilt kits available to
make life easier!
Time: 10AM-4PM
Instructor: Brenda Houston
Class Fee: $25.00 per person, includes panel & pattern
Get "Er Done Retreat!
Friday & Saturday October 24-25, 10AM-9PM Friday and 10AM-5PM Saturday
Time to finish your projects for the holidays! Or maybe you would just
like to get away from the kids/housework/husband/phone and get some
serious sewing done in air conditioned comfort? We have a great Autumn
Leaf Wall Hanging you can make (free pattern!) or work on your own projects.
Expert help will be available if you get "stuck" on any aspect
of your project.
Come
on down for two days of intensive sewing. Bring your machine, we have
ironing stations and cutting tables ready for you. Bring your favorite
sewing machine or use one of our vintage machines. We will have tea,
sodas, snacks, goodies, and some fun games and prizes for everyone.
Includes lunch both days and dinner on Friday.
Facilitators: Sue Rhodes & Brenda Houston
When: Friday July 25, 10AM to 10PM and Saturday July 26 10AM-6PM
Fee: ONLY $40 for both days, includes lunch both days and dinner Friday,
pattern for Maple Leaf Wall Hanging, prizes and fun
Note: limited to the first 6 registrants only, prior registration
for this retreat is required. Please let us know in advance if you would
like us to set up one of our machines for your use.
Clubs, Parties and Block of the Month
This BOM will offer more challege, the 10-inch blocks are very intricate
and you will learn many new techniques with this series. Each month's
packet contains pattern sheet and fabric for the block. Each month you
also get an alternative layout for the finished quilt, 12 different
designs in all! In the last month's packet you get a bonus pattern for
the center medallion we used in the sample quilt! Medallion block kits
and finishing kits will be available. You also receive a dandy reclosable
envelope for the pattern sheets and a great container to keep your blocks
in!
Thanks for the tremendous response! This BOM is currently full, but we are making a list of interested quilters who may still want to join--it not too late, but call now!. We have enough supplies to accomodate a limited amount of new members. Cost of this BOM is $13.95 per block or $11.95 per block if paid in advance ($140 plus tax).
2008 Event & Quilt Show Schedule
Orleans Quilt Retreat - September 27-28
The Orleans/Willow Creek quilters bi-annual quilt bash in the boonies.
Three day of concentrate quilt production with lots of good friends
and good food.
Autumn in the Alps Quilt Show - Weaverville CA, October 4
The Autumn in the Alps Quilt Show is a one-day, outdoor quilt show that spans the historic district in Weaverville—a quarter mile of quilts! This show is growing in size and prestige each year, and 2008 will be no exception. Don't forget to submit your special quilts for judging--there are 4 categories and a variety of cash & prizes.
First of all, we expect over 400 quilts this year! This will set a new record for us, so empty your closets and give all those beautiful quilts an airing and share them with show-goers. The more the merrier! Pick up quilt tags at our shop or download from the show website. Bring in display quilts anytime between Oct 1-3 to the shop.
Secondly, the show is reorganizing how it judges and gives awards—quilts to be judged must now be turned in one week before the show. Judging takes place the weekend before the show so that winners can be displayed for all to appreciate and featured in the newspaper.
The biggest new feature this year is a quilt auction coordinated by the Log Cabin Quilters of Hayfork. This is your chance to own a one-of-a-kind work of quilt art! Each year I hear the call "Where are the quilts for sale?". This year folks will get their wish, with dozens of quilts to choose from. Have a quilt you want to auction? Contact Marynel Merris or call at 628-4288 for more information on how to participate.
Quilt appraisals by Laurie Short will be available at the Congregational Church Parish Hall next to the Highland Meadow. Cost of appraisals is only $20 and appraisals take approximately 15 minutes each. Call Janet Taylor at 623-4410 to schedule an appointment
This show is sponsored by the Thursday Night Strippers Quilt Guild. How does this little guild do it? All of the quilters in Trinity help out! This is truly a county-wide effort, with guilds across the county helping to make this special day possible.
YOU can be part of the show, too. Volunteers are welcome, and help is especially needed to hang the show in the morning and take down the quilts in the afternoon. Other jobs include serving a shift at the welcome booth or working as “white-glove” hosts. Call 623-6454 to sign up or get more information.
Visit the Quilt Show website at www.shasta.com/suesgoodco/quilts for more information on the show and a schedule of activities. See you there!
Quick Reference on Quilt Show Dates and Deadlines:
- October 6-8--Pick up your quilts at drop off points.
Linda Ballard Retreat -
Weaverville, CA Two weekends: October 10-12 & 17-19
Come up to historic Weaverville to enjoy fall colors and a mystery quilt
retreat. Linda's retreats are a great learning experience featuring
fun and feasting. Come by the store to say "hello" while you
are here.
Halloween for Creepy Quilters October 31
10AM-5PM
Come by for trick or treat and get some "quilters candy".
We will close one hour earlier than usual to participate in Weaverville's
Main Street Trick or Treat festivities.
Mountain Magic Christmas, Thursday November 28
The official start of Christmas shopping season! Comb by to take advantage
of ourgreat one-day-only sales, we will be open until 8PM.
Class Policy
Classes are filled on a first come, first served basis—make your reservations soon to be sure you get the classes you want. Reservations are not considered confirmed until paid, payment must be received within 5 days to hold reservation. To be fair to the instructor who has purchased materials for the class, refunds will not be made for unattended classes unless seven days notice given in advance. Supply lists and cutting instructions provided at time of payment. Serial classes, such as Beginning Quilting, are for consecutive dates unless other arrangements made with instructor, no refunds for missed classes. Call the shop at (530) 623-6454 for more information.
