Ruler Work Block of the Month: Meadow Mini

Saturdays, June 23, July 21, August 11, and September 15, 2018
10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
$75.00 for entire program

Not eligible with a class pass
Guest Instructor: Shanna Stordahl
Skill Level: Intermediate, Intro to Ruler Work Class a prerequisite

This program offers a great opportunity to learn how to quilt with rulers. Shanna Stordahl of Hesperus Colorado will be leading this fun and educational project. Shanna has this broken down into a four part block of the month enabling you to have a completed project in a relatively short period of time, while also learning a new technique.  Piecing of the blocks will be done at home between classes, with class time devoted to learning how to do the ruler work. Please call if you would like more info.

Have you ever wanted to learn to sew but are intimidated or want to improve your skills?

Then this is the program for you! We are participating in a nationwide initiative to teach people how to sew. It is a 6 week program (you can attend whichever classes you want). Our first class will be the Last Minute Runner on June 14, 2018, 6 pm- 8:30 pm. There will a $5 fee and additional supplies will be available for under $20. We have sewing machines that you can use during the class. Please call at 970-565-7541 or come by to sign up for classes.

Upcoming Classes

BERNINA Software Club – The Pros and Cons of Resizing Designs
Tuesday, June 19
5:30 p.m.
$60.00/3 months (Make-up classes will be available)

CQC’s Software Club will be meeting the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month, at 5:30. We will provide light snacks. Please call us for more info, and to RSVP.

Third Thursday Demo – “Everything Needle”
Thursday, June 21, 2018
12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Are you confused what needle to use and when? BERNINA Technician Todd King will have a demo on “How A Stitch Is Formed?” Join us on June 19th at 12:30 p.m. for our monthly Third Thursday Demo.  This event lasts thirty minutes – feel free to bring your lunch if you are on your break. We always have door prizes at our Third Thursday Demo’s! Bring a friend!

Sew Days #2: Stow & Go Tote
Thursday, June 21, 2018
6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
$5.00, Kit available
Skill Level: Beginner

This handy tote is designed to be rolled and stored to carry with you, ready for use no matter where you are. Techniques to be learned in this class include: Sewing the cuff with no exposed seams, sewing a french seam, and learning how to put in a boxed bottom. Come join us for a fun and educational evening out! Bring a friend!

Farmer’s Market Tote
Friday, June 22, 2018
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
$29.00
Skill Level: Confident Beginner

Look exceptionally stylish at the local farmer’s market, or at the grocery store with this tote. We have perfect fruit and veggie fat quarters to pick from. Tricia will lead this class.

Ruler Work Block of the Month: Meadow Minis
Saturdays, June 23, July 21, August 11, and September 15, 2018
10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
$75.00 for entire program
Not eligible with a class pass
Guest Instructor: Shanna Stordahl
Skill Level: Intermediate, Intro to Ruler Work Class a prerequisite

This program offers a great opportunity to learn how to quilt with rulers. Shanna Stordahl of Hesperus Colorado will be leading this fun and educational project. Shanna has this broken down into a four part block of the month enabling you to have a completed project in a relatively short period of time, while also learning a new technique.  Piecing of the blocks will be done at home between classes, with class time devoted to learning how to do the ruler work. Please call if you would like more info.

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Open Sewing: Every Monday and Wednesday

Join us at the shop every Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. for Open Sewing. Work on any project you’d like and enjoy the company of other sewists and quilters. Bring your sewing machine or use one of our BERNINA classroom machines (with purchase of supplies from CQC). Open Sewing is FREE and you’ll have plenty of space to work and the use of our cutting tables and ironing boards.

Third Thursday Demo: June 21 “Everything Needle”

Are you confused what needle to use and when? BERNINA Technician Todd King will have a demo on “How A Stitch Is Formed?” Join us on June 19th at 12:30 p.m. for our monthly Third Thursday Demo.  This event lasts thirty minutes – feel free to bring your lunch if you are on your break. We always have door prizes at our Third Thursday Demo’s! Bring a friend!

Blocks Without Borders: June 21 Special Program “Surface Design” by Janet Huffman

Blocks Without Borders (an Art & Landscape Society) meets on the Third Thursday of each month at 1 p.m.  Prepare to exchange ideas, along with giving and receiving inspiration.  Don’t forget to bring your Show-N-Tell! We will have a door prize! No RSVP necessary. This meeting usually lasts about an hour. In June, Janet Huffman will be presenting a special program on Surface Design. She will have samples of the following: Copic Markers, Tsukiniko Inks, Bleach Pens, Paint Sticks, and Fabric Paints. Those attending will get to use the Bleach Pens for a discharge die technique, and dyeing muslin with shaving cream and Tsukiniko Inks – You won’t want to miss this!!