I hope you're all doing well and sewing, of course!

While Keira (pictured above) has done some garment sewing she has yet to start her first quilt. I'm trying to give her the bug so I handed her the fabric pieces and the pattern. She did a great job laying this out for me, soon it will be a quilt and a kit!

Holiday

We will be closed MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 for Labor Day. 

Enjoy your holiday weekend.

Pumpkin Patch Quilt Show

The shop will be vending once again at the Pumpkin Patch Quilt Show.

It's an annual Quilt Show put on by the Los Banos Arts Council and features quilts galore, vendors and has raffle baskets, fresh pumpkins and so much more.

Come pick up a flyer at the shop.

DATES: September 7 & 8, 2024
HOURS: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM SATURDAY; 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM SUNDAY
WHERE: Ted Falasco Arts Center, 1105 5th Street, Los Banos, CA
FEATURED ARTIST: Dora Carey of Orange Dot Quilt

Got Scraps?

We collect scraps for Michelle who runs Sew for Love. With the help of 2,000+ volunteers, she's donated over 100,000 items to the local community, including quilts, small stuffed animals, pet beds and so much more.  

With that being said, PLEASE CALL US FIRST before bringing bags of scraps.

Sometimes Michelle can't collect them or is away and our classroom quickly becomes overrun. And we just can't have that.

A Few Things from Our Website

These are a few new things we've added to our website. Just click on the picture and it'll take you to our site. 

WHAT'S NEW AND EXCITING

A recap of what we've been posting on social media - just in case you missed it.

ONGOING/MONTHLY
QUILTING OPEN SEW

Dates: 2nd Thursday of the month
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cost: $25
Skill Level: All
Instructor(s): Aneda Phillips
Pre-class homework: N/A
Supplies: Vary according to your individual project

Do you have a quilting project you'd like to start or have started but need a little help? Why not set aside time to get some help.

Aneda will be here once a month (the 2nd Thursday). She's been a quilter for decades and has knowledge of piecing, appliqué and paper piecing (machine, not English Paper Piecing EPP). This is NOT a structured class, nor should it be considered a private lesson but rather answering questions and offering help to get you going.

ONGOING/MONTHLY
WOOL APPLIQUÉ OPEN SEW

Dates: First Friday of the month
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost: $25
Skill Level: Intermediate
Instructor(s): Beth Upstill (West Coast Wool)
Pre-class homework: N/A
Supplies: Bring your own wool project and wool stitching supplies

ONGOING/MONTHLY
FINISH-IT FRIDAY

Dates: 3rd and 4th (or sometimes 5th when the month has them) Friday of the month
Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cost: $5
Skill Level: N/A
Instructor(s): None
Pre-class homework: N/A
Supplies: Whatever you'd like to sew on.

Come and sew on whatever you'd like. Call to sign up. Please don’t just show up. 

So that everyone gets a chance, you may sign up for more than one a month but you might get bumped.

Maximum 9 people

ONGOING/MONTHLY
PERFECT PATCHWORK

Dates: Third Saturday of the month Starting April 2024
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Cost: $60 FLAT FEE FOR THE YEAR
Skill Level: Intermediate
Instructor(s): Sheila Galindo
Pre-class homework: N/A
Supplies: (Book) The Perfect Patchwork System we offer 20% off; (optional) acrylic templates

In this Block-of-the-Month program, you'll be following along with Sheila as she guides you through each month's block(s).

All of your block construction will be sewn at home, but each month she'll talk about which blocks you'll be working on and how they are made. You can bring your completed block(s) the following month for a little show-and-tell.

If you're looking for a little sewing time, you might consider coming to one of our Finish-It-Friday monthly events.

EVENT
SEWCIAL

Dates: Wednesday, August 21
Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Cost: FREE
Skill Level: Any
Instructor(s): Cindy Tatro

Cindy's having another Sewcial event. This is a non-sewing couple of hours where fun is sure to be had.

Please give us a call and reserve your space.

While this isn't going to be an actual sewing event, if you want to book a seat and sew afterwards, you know, since you're already here, the cost is $5.

ONGOING/MONTHLY
SIMPLY CINDY:
"BE" Bowl Fillers

Dates: 4th Wednesday - August 28
Time: 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Cost:  $35 (includes kit which is a pre-printed panel)
Skill Level: Advanced beginner
Instructor(s): Cindy
Pre-class homework: None
Supplies: 

• • Because this months project is a pre-printed panel, you will need to purchase the kit.
  • Sewing machine in good working order AND you must be familiar with it (thread it, wind a bobbin and use a straight stitch.) Cindy cannot take time away from other students to troubleshoot your machine.
  • 1/4" foot
  • Scissors (trimming threads)
  • Seam ripper (just in case)
  • Thread(s) neutral for piecing

Simply Cindy is a monthly hands-on class (not just a demo) where you'll make a small project. Each month Cindy will be picking something different but simple.

The class will meet the 4th Wednesday of each month (unless otherwise noted). You'll need to bring your sewing supplies including your machine. You can also bring a snack if you'd like as there will be no scheduled lunch break.

Minimum 4 people. Read our Class Policies.

CLASS
WHIRL

Dates: Saturday, September 14
Time: 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Cost: $40
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Instructor(s): Aneda Phillips and Joanna Johnson
Pre-class homework: do NOT precut pieces
Supplies: 

• • Pattern - Whirl by Williams Street
  • 16 copies of paper piece paper
  • 12-1/2" ruler
  • Small iron and ironing mat
  • A light table if you have one but if not we will have one to share.
  • Basic Quilting Supplies include:
    • Sewing machine in good working order AND you must be familiar with it (thread it, wind a bobbin and use a straight stitch.) Aneda and Joanna cannot take time away from other students to troubleshoot your machine.
    • 1/4" foot
    • Scissors (trimming threads)
    • Seam ripper (just in case)
    • Rotary cutter (45mm is standard)
    • Small to medium cutting mat and ruler(s) (we have a large mat and a couple rulers to share)
    • Thread(s) to match your project

Minimum 4 people. Read our Class Policies.

Whirl is a modern quilt pattern using simple half square triangle blocks and an easy foundation paper piece block to create a fun colorful statement. Pattern includes layouts for a baby quilt (about 40"x 60"), a throw quilt (about 50"x 72"), a twin size bed quilt (about 75"x 89") and a queen size bed quilt (about 90"x 111").

You will leave the class knowing how to put together the blocks and top, but you probably won't leave with a finished quilt top.

CLASS
Porch Rails

Dates: Saturday, September 21
Time: 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Cost: $45
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Instructor(s): Karen Coatsworth
Pre-class homework: Please iron your fabric - especially if you pre-wash.
Supplies: 

• • Book - Pretty Darn Quick 3 Yard Quilts (page 14)
  • Fabric - 3 (1) yard cuts
  • Basic Quilting Supplies include:
    • Sewing machine in good working order AND you must be familiar with it (thread it, wind a bobbin and use a straight stitch.) Karen cannot take time away from other students to troubleshoot your machine.
    • 1/4" foot
    • Scissors (trimming threads)
    • Seam ripper (just in case)
    • Rotary cutter (45mm is standard)
    • We have a large cutting mat, but if you don't want to wait you can bring your own.
    • Thread(s) to match your project

Minimum 4 people. Read our Class Policies.

Porch Rails is a super simple design that delivers a fun quilt with every fabric choice. This quilt features 8" blocks that would be perfect for showing off a nice focus fabric.

You will leave the class knowing how to put together the blocks and top, but you probably won't leave with a finished quilt top.

CLASS - 3 THURSDAY EVENINGS
QUILTING 101 EXPRESS

Dates: Thursday, September 19, 26, October 3
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost:  $95
Skill Level: Beginner
Instructor(s): Aneda Phillips and Joanna Johnson
Pre-class homework: pick out fabric or purchase kit
Supplies: 

• • Pattern Card - Frame Up
  • Basic Quilting Supplies include:
    • Sewing machine in good working order AND you must be familiar with it (thread it, wind a bobbin and use a straight stitch.) This is NOT a machine basics class. Aneda and Joanna cannot take time away from other students to troubleshoot your machine.
    • 1/4" foot
    • Scissors (trimming threads)
    • Seam ripper (just in case)
    • Rotary cutter (45mm is standard) The first night of class they'll be showing you different types of rotary cutters, so if you don't have one you might want to wait until you see them. 
    • Small to medium cutting mat and ruler(s) (we have a large mat and a couple rulers to share)
    • Thread(s) to match your project
• Class Policies: Please read our Class Polices for additional information

In person classes are great because you not only learn a new skill and learn from someone with years of experience but you also have the opportunity to make new friends, share your successes or struggles (all quilters have them whether you're new to quilting or a seasoned quilter), and learn from others' questions. All this, while learning to quilt!

While working on a small project, you'll learn how to:

• Cut using a rotary cutter and mat
• Learn the quilters seam
• Baste your finished project
• Simple machine quilting
• Roll-over binding technique

CLASS - 2 DAYS
CACTUS WREATH

Dates: 2 Day class - Friday, Oct 11 AND Saturday, Oct 12
Time: Friday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm; Saturday 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Cost: $80
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Instructor(s): Aneda Phillips and Joanna Johnson
Pre-class homework: Cut out fabric per pattern instructions
Supplies: 

• • Pattern - Cactus Wreath
  • Fabric** (See below)
  • Starch
  • Small iron and ironing mat
  • Basic Quilting Supplies:
    • Sewing machine in good working order AND you must be familiar with it (thread it, wind a bobbin and use a straight stitch.) Aneda and Joanna cannot take time away from other students to troubleshoot your machine.
    • 1/4" foot
    • Scissors (trimming threads)
    • Seam ripper (just in case)
    • Rotary cutter (45mm is standard)
    • Small to medium cutting mat and ruler(s) (we have a large mat and a couple rulers to share)
    • Thread(s) to match your project

Maximum 6 people. Read our Class Policies.

This popular class is back again. Cactus Wreath starts with a medallion and grows from there. The pattern offers three sizes – wall hanging 60” square, throw 72” square and queen 92” square. You can use any colors for your strips - pick from a collection for a coordinated look or go for scrappy. 

During this class you’ll be shown how to make the blocks and put the quilt together. You will probably not have a completed quilt in 2 days.

**FABRIC If you look at pattern cover: Color 1=RED and Color 2=GREEN

BOOK OUR CLASSROOM

Need a place to sew or meet up with your stitching friends?

During our regular shop hours (M-F 10-5, Sat 10-3), and when it's not in use, we've started renting out our classroom.

We have TWO different options:

• $5/person gets you a seat in the room
• $50/day gets you (your group) the room exclusively 

What we have:

• Chairs for up to 10 people
• Dedicated cutting and ironing stations
• A few standard rulers to share

You bring your own supplies/sewing machine. You can bring lunch or visit one of the town's restaurants.