Summer’s heating up, and we’ve got the fabric to match!
Think zesty lemonade, sweet strawberry prints, and a big splash of creative fun—perfect for stirring up your next sunny sewing project.

Behind the scenes, we’ve been busy bees prepping for Shop Hop by the Bay—a fabulous four-day adventure that’s just around the corner. If you're feeling up for a little stitching escapade, we’d love to see you!

And here's a bit of great news for your travel plans: Highway 156 in the next few days will be open with two lanes in both directions! After almost two years of construction, we can’t tell you how excited we are. Hopefully, this smooths out the ride and makes it even easier to swing by for a visit.

Back at the machine, I’ve been stitching up fresh samples and bundling cheerful kits to keep your creativity blooming. And guess what? Holiday fabrics are already starting to roll in! It might be all sandals and sunshine outside, but it’s never too early to sprinkle a little festive flair into your stash.

So grab a cold drink, pick your prettiest prints, and let’s make this a summer filled with stitches, sunshine, and just a dash of holiday cheer!

SHOP HOP BY THE BAY

The Countdown Is Nearly Over!

Get ready for four fabulous days of fabric, fun, and stitching inspiration—Shop Hop by the Bay is almost here! Mark your calendars and plan your route, because the hop begins this coming week and you won’t want to miss a thing.

We’ve got new samples, cheerful kits, and creative goodies waiting just for you. And Highway 156 will be fully open in both directions, getting here is easier than ever—finally!

Let the shop hopping begin.

• June 18–21
• 10 AM – 5 PM daily
• Visit all 8 participating shops for fun, freebies, and inspiration!

This year’s exclusive project is a Cutting Mat Carrier — roomy enough to hold mats or rulers up to 20" x 26", and perfect for retreats, classes, and sew days. Collect coordinating fabric strips and a portion of the pattern at each shop you visit!

Gather your quilting friends and get ready for a fun-filled adventure across all 8 stops!

For full details and shop locations, visit the official Shop Hop by the Bay website.

A FEW IMPORTANT DATE CHANGES!

With all the excitement of Shop Hop by the Bay, we’ve made a couple schedule adjustments to keep things running smoothly:

• We’ll be hosting just one Friday event in June, so mark your calendars for the 4th Friday and don’t miss out! (June 27)

• For the first time, Sheila’s Block of the Month lands during Shop Hop—so we’re moving it out by one week. You’ll now be meeting on the 4th Saturday instead. (June 28)

Looking ahead, we’ll be closed on Friday, July 4 for the holiday—but don’t worry, we’re open and ready to help on Saturday, July 5 from 10-3!

Thanks for rolling with the changes—we promise it’ll be worth it!

WHAT WE'VE BEEN POSTING

Just a quick recap—because we’ve been swimming in new arrivals and, well… not posting about them nearly fast enough!

We figured we’d better hit “send” before Shop Hop rolls in with a flurry of fabric and fun. Stay tuned—there’s so much more to share!

Follow along for the latest arrivals, project inspiration, and behind-the-scenes fun:
Facebook: FamilyThreadsQuiltShop
Instagram: @familythreadsinSJB

Don’t forget to tag us and use #familythreadsquiltshop—we love seeing (and sharing!) what you’re making.

Until next time, keep calm and stitch on!

CLASSES

Helpful Reminders!
Before signing up, please visit our Class Policies page for full details.

Payment Info:
Class fees must be paid directly to the instructor by cash or check.

Viewing Classes Online?
When browsing our online Class Schedule, keep in mind:
Each page only shows that specific month’s classes—not the full year. So be sure to check other months for more options!

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QUILTING OPEN SEW

Got a quilting project you’d like to start or need some help with? Set aside some time to get the guidance you need! Aneda, with decades of quilting experience, will be here once a month (the 2nd Thursday). She’s skilled in piecing, appliqué, and machine paper piecing (not English Paper Piecing), and will be available to answer your questions and offer help to get you moving.

This is not a structured class — it’s more about providing assistance and getting you on track with your projects!

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

WOOL APPLIQUÉ OPEN SEW

Set aside some stitching time just for you! If you have a wool project you’d like to start or need a bit of direction, Beth will be here to help. This is an open sew session — not a structured class — but Beth will be available to answer questions and guide you along the way.

To sign up please CONTACT BETH DIRECTLY westcoastwool@gmail.com or 408-418-0247.

Dates: First Friday of the month (Date changes for: August 2nd Friday 8/8 and for September 2nd Friday 9/12)
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

FINISH-IT FRIDAY

You can sign up for one Finish-It-Friday per month, but if you’re hoping to join the next one, give us a call the week of to check if there’s space. We want to make sure everyone has a chance to come, and we don’t like having to bump anyone!

Please don’t just show up — let us save you a spot!

Dates: JUNE UPDATE: Due to all the excitement of Shop Hop this month, we’ll be hosting just one Friday event in June—mark your calendars for the 4th Friday and don’t miss out!
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.

CHATSWORTH

Join Sheila for a year-long adventure in quilting! Each month, you’ll follow along as Sheila guides you through the construction of a new block (or two!).

You'll do all the sewing at home, but each month, Sheila will walk you through the upcoming blocks and provide helpful tips on how to make them. Then, bring your completed block(s) to the next session for a fun show-and-tell with fellow quilters!

Looking for some extra sewing time? Consider joining our Finish-It-Friday monthly events for a little additional motivation.

Let’s block out some time to quilt! 

Dates: JUNE UPDATE: Due to all the excitement of Shop Hop this month, we’ll be hosting Block-of-the-Month on the 4th Saturday, June 28.
Third Saturday of the month Starting April 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Cost: $60 FLAT FEE FOR THE YEAR
Skill Level: Intermediate
Instructor(s): Sheila
Pre-class homework: N/A
Supplies: (Book) Chatsworth, (Optional) ruler or papers

MACHINE BASICS, LEARN TO SEW AND BEYOND, SEW FOR LOVE

Dates: Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15
Time: Sew for Love all day; any classes choose between 9am-12; 12:30-3:30pm, 4-7pm or 7-10pm
Cost: $60
Skill Level: Beginner
Instructor(s): Michelle Zeiler
Pre-class homework: 
Supplies: Please see Michelle's list below

MACHINE BASICS (ages 8+) 

Ready to get comfortable with your sewing machine? Michelle will guide you through all the essentials — from threading, needles, and tension, to bobbins and stitch counts.

Whether you're new to sewing or just need a refresher, this class covers everything you need to know to confidently use your machine.

Bring your own machine or rent one from Michelle!

Let’s get those machines humming!

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LEARN TO SEW AND BEYOND (ages 8+) 

Want to take your sewing skills to the next level? Michelle’s got you covered! Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your techniques, Michelle offers instruction for all levels — from beginners to intermediate students.

Each student works at their own pace, tackling projects that match their skill level. Choose from a variety of fun projects like:

• Lap Quilt (All ages)

• 15" Square Patch Quilt (Ages 12+)

• Pajama Pants (Ages 12+)

• Drawstring Tote Bag

• Pillow Case

• Reversible Apron

Come join the fun, learn new skills, and leave with something you made yourself!

SUPPLIES YOU’LL NEED FOR ANY OF MICHELLE'S CLASSES

• Package of long pins (yellow preferred but pearl ok too)
• fabric marking chalk or pen in both light and dark
• GOOD fabric scissors
• hand needles assorted
• metal sewing gauge 6"
• tape measure
• seam ripper
• pin cushion (like Grabbit)
• thread basic polyester or cotton
• sewing machine with empty bobbin, foot pedal and pressure foot OR you can rent a machine

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SEW FOR LOVE ? Join our volunteer sewing program, started by Michelle back in 2000, and help make a difference! Sew for Love supports local charities with handmade items like quilts, hats, cubie chairs, pet beds, and tote bags. Whether you're sewing, stuffing chairs, or just lending a hand, your help is always appreciated.

No supplies? No problem! Everything you need to volunteer is provided. Just bring your hands and heart, and we'll do the rest.

Let’s stitch some love together! 

ICE CREAM SEWCIAL

Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with Cindy!

We're throwing a deliciously fun event, and you're invited! Come for the ice cream and stay for the FREE fun (yes, you read that right)! We’ve got some non-caloric entertainment lined up, so no guilt here. 

Space is limited, so please call ahead to reserve your spot! Don’t just show up — we wouldn’t want you to miss out!

Want to get creative after you’ve indulged? Book a seat for some sewing! It’s only $5 to sew afterwards, since you’re already in the area.

Don't miss the fun! See you there! 

Dates: Wednesday, July 9
Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Cost: FREE

SIMPLE QUILTING

Join us for this TWO-DAY class where you'll learn how to:
- Layer and sandwich your quilt
- Quilt it using a simple stitch-in-the-ditch method

To make sure everyone can finish, please bring a quilt top no larger than 60" x 60" (lap size).

Note: This class does not cover binding.

Dates: Friday, July 11 AND Saturday, July 12
Time: Fri 11:00 am - 5:00 pm; Sat 10:30 am - 2:00 pm
Cost: $80
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Instructor(s): Aneda and Joanna
Pre-class homework: 
Supplies: 

• A finished quilt top no bigger than 60" x 60" (about a lap size)
• Backing sewn together, needs to finish 4" BIGGER than you quilt top
• Elmer's Washable School Glue (4 ounce size is fine)
• Walking foot
• 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.) The instructors cannot take time away from other students to troubleshoot your machine.
  • Scissors (trimming threads)
  • Seam ripper (just in case)
  • Thread(s) to match your project

CACTUS WREATH

Build a Stunning Medallion Quilt – With No-Fuss Help Along the Way!

This beautiful quilt begins with a medallion center and grows outward, offering three size options: Wall Hanging (60" square), Throw (72" square), or Queen (92" square). Choose a coordinated fabric collection or go delightfully scrappy—it’s up to you!

In this two-day class, you'll learn how to make the blocks and assemble your quilt top with guidance every step of the way. And to keep things smooth and stress-free, we’re using Aneda’s Fabulous No-Fuss “Get It Right” Block Piecing Diagrams—clear, visual instructions that take the guesswork out of construction. No ripping, no redoing—just confident, happy stitching.

Perfect for visual learners and anyone who loves a good shortcut (without cutting corners). While you may not finish your quilt in class, you'll leave with the skills and tools to complete it with confidence!

• Dates: 2 Day class - Saturday, August 2 AND Saturday, August 9
• Time: Friday 10:30 am - 4:00 pm; Saturday 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
• Cost: $83 (includes Aneda's No-Fuss "Get It Right" Block Piecing Diagrams)
• Skill Level: Confident Beginner
• Instructor(s): Aneda Phillips and Joanna Johnson
• Pre-class homework: Pick your fabrics
• Supplies: 
  • Pattern, fabric**, starch, small iron and ironing mat + basic sewing/quilting supplies; OPTIONAL (but QUITE handy) Creative Grids Corner Clipper Ruler
  • Basic Quilting Supplies include:
    • Sewing machine in good working order AND you must be familiar with it - which means you should be able to thread it, wind a bobbin and use a straight stitch. Instructors 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
• Class Policies: Please read our Class Polices for additional information

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

PUFFY QUILT

Make Your Own Puffy Quilt – A Hands-On Class with Kelly

Come stitch up something cozy, colorful, and completely irresistible—a puffy quilt! In this hands-on class, Kelly will guide you through every step: from planning your layout to stitching and stuffing each puff, plus how to finish your quilt at home.

Charm packs make prep a breeze, so you can dive right into the fun.

Choose the size that suits you best:
36" x 36"
48" x 56"
60" x 60"

You won’t finish your quilt in class, but you will leave with the skills, confidence, and momentum to complete your snuggly masterpiece on your own.

Join us for a creative workshop—you’ll leave with a great head start and a quilt-in-progress that's just waiting to be cuddled!

• Date: Saturday, August 23
• Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Cost: $40
• Skill Level: Confident Beginner
• Instructor(s): Kelly Monroe
• Pre-class homework: You'll need to pre-cut 5" squares of scrap (back of puff). See chart below.
• Supplies: 
  • Charm squares (see chart below)
  • 90/14 Universal needle
  • Quilting pins
  • 10-20 Clover Wonder Clips (classic size)
  • Polyfil stuffing
  • Basic Quilting Supplies include:
    • Sewing machine in good working order AND you must be familiar with it - which means you should be able to thread it, wind a bobbin and use a straight stitch. Instructors cannot take time away from other students to troubleshoot your machine.
    • Scissors (trimming threads)
    • Seam ripper (just in case)
    • Thread(s) to match your project
    • Depending on how you finish, you will need Pearle Cotton Thread
• Class Policies: Please read our Class Polices for additional information

HOUSE AND STEPS

Scrappy, Happy & Full of Charm – A Two-Day Quilt Class

If you love the joy of scrappy piecing, this class is calling your name! Over two creative days, you’ll work on a quilt that bursts with color—starting from a vibrant center of Courthouse Steps blocks and growing outward with borders, including one featuring the sweetest little houses.

Your guides, Aneda and Joanna, will walk you through every step, from block construction to quilt assembly. We’ll be working from Miss Rosie’s Farmhouse Favorites: 12 Captivating Scrappy Quilts by Carrie Nelson. Please note: the book is out of print, so be sure to bring your copy or order one online—we are unable to supply it.

And to make things even easier, the class includes Aneda’s Fabulous No-Fuss “Get It Right” Block Diagrams—clear, visual guides that simplify the process and help you sew with confidence (and without the seam ripper).

Perfect for visual learners and lovers of all things scrappy, you may not finish the quilt in two days—but you’ll leave with all the skills and know-how to complete your masterpiece at home!

• Dates: Friday, September 5 AND Saturday, September 6
• Time: Friday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm, Saturday 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
• Cost: $83 (includes Aneda's No-Fuss "Get It Right" Block Piecing Diagrams)
• Skill Level: Confident Beginner
• Instructor(s): Aneda Phillips and Joanna Johnson
• Pre-class homework: 
• Supplies: 
  • BOOK Miss Rosie's Farmhouse Favorites: 12 Captivating Scrappy Quilts by Carrie Nelson (this book is OUT OF PRINT, you can find used copies on places like Amazon)
  • Fabric according to pattern
  • Starch
  • Small iron and ironing mat
  • Basic Quilting Supplies include:
    • Sewing machine in good working order AND you must be familiar with it - which means you should be able to thread it, wind a bobbin and use a straight stitch. Instructors 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
• Class Policies: Please read our Class Polices for additional information

CATS, CURVES & PLUM PRETTY

Fall in love with the charm of Quilts from Tilda’s Studio in this whimsical two-day class! You’ll choose to work on either the sweet Cat Quilt or the elegant Plum Quilt—both full of personality and classic Tilda style.

In class, you’ll learn how to sew gentle curves without using pins (yes, really!) and explore a bit of machine appliqué to bring your quilt to life. And to make the process even smoother, we’re including Aneda’s Fabulous No-Fuss “Get It Right” Block Diagrams—clear, visual guides that take the guesswork out of piecing.

While you likely won’t finish your quilt during the class, you’ll leave with plenty of progress and all the instruction you need to confidently complete it at home.

Whether you’re team cat or team plum, you’ll leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and plenty of progress on a project that’s as fun to make as it is to admire.

• Dates: Saturday, October 4
• Time: 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
• Cost: $43 (includes Aneda's No-Fuss "Get It Right" Block Piecing Diagrams)
• Skill Level: Confident Beginner
• Instructor(s): Aneda Phillips and Joanna Johnson
• Pre-class homework: Aneda will call a couple weeks before class and give a smidge of homework
• Supplies: 
  • Book: Quilts from Tilda's Studio (we offer 20% off)
  • Small to medium cutting mat and ruler(s) (we have a large mat and a couple rulers to share)
  • Small iron and ironing mat (optional, but always nice to have)
  • Small bottle of school glue (like Elmers)
  • Spray starch
  • Steam-a-seam light
  • Basic Quilting Supplies include:
    • Sewing machine in good working order AND you must be familiar with it - which means you should be able to thread it, wind a bobbin and use a straight stitch. Instructors cannot take time away from other students to troubleshoot your machine. 
    • Machine must have zig zag or blanket stitch (this is for the appliqué)
    • 1/4" foot
    • Scissors (trimming threads)
    • Seam ripper (just in case)
    • Rotary cutter (45mm is standard)
    • Thread(s) to match your project
• Class Policies: Please read our Class Polices for additional information

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, you can rent our room.

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.

A Friendly Reminder…

Booking our classroom for $5 covers the use of the space, not staff time. While we’re always happy to answer a question or two, we’re unable to provide impromptu personalized quilt lessons.

For more detailed assistance, please consider signing up for Aneda's monthly  QUILTING/OPEN SEW session.

Thank you for understanding!

Thank you for supporting Family Threads Quilt Shop! We’re excited to be celebrating 15 years in business—and it’s all thanks to you. Your continued support means the world to us, and we’re so grateful to be part of your creative journey.

Here’s to quilts, community, and many more years of stitching together! We can’t wait to see you again soon.