SPRING CLASS SCHEDULE

SPRING 2010

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT CLASSES

All classes are held at our store location at 19 Sugar Hollow Road in Danbury, Connecticut, unless otherwise indicated.  For driving directions, please go to our directions page.  Class sizes are limited, so please register early.  You may register by phone or in person at our store.  Full payment is required at time of registration.  We accept cash, personal checks, Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover cards.  Store credit will be issued for cancellations within five days of the first class session.  All materials and supplies must be purchased before the first class session unless otherwise stated.  A sewing machine is required for sewing and quilting classes and basic familiarity with its operation is assumed.  FabricTree reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment within five days of the first class session.

 

SEWING CLASSES

Sewing for Young People - Jo Ann Brown
Young people ages 10 & up have an opportunity to learn to sew small projects, clothing, easy home decorating, and crafts.
Thursday 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. is limited to four per class.
$25.00 each OR six for $125

Pillow Class - Anita Ayoob
This much sought after class is available again.  Come & learn how to add your own signature touch to your décor by making corded piping, inserting a zipper the correct way and putting your pillow together.  Class size is limited; don’t miss out!
Saturday, Mar. 6, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
$35.00

Adult Sewing – Michele Kwiatkowski
Come to a choice of three classes to learn how to sew simple projects by using patterns. Learn to follow the codes & markings to create simple garments, tote bags, placemats or other accessories. This class does not focus on large home decorating projects.
Ongoing, Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
$20.00 each session

Adult Sewing – Jo Ann Brown
Learn to use patterns, make garments, work on unfinished, simple home decorating and quilting projects; no complex/large home decorating items, please.
Saturdays, Feb. 20, 27, Mar. 13, 20, 27 10:00a.m.-1:00 p.m.  $20.00/ea or $100.00 for the series

Make Friends with Your Sewing Machine
Did you get a new sewing machine for Christmas?  Has one been sitting in the box for too long?  Learn the parts, threading and how to use it in this class.
Saturday, Feb. 13,  10:30a.m-1:30 p.m.
$30.00

Simple Tote - Hilda Downing
Classic lines to complete a busy day wardrobe, zippered closure, metal feet and inside pocket make this bag a practical tote.
Monday, Jan. 11, 18, 25   6:30a.m.-9:00 p.m.
$60.00

QUILTING CLASSES

Pioneer Braid - Hilda Downing
Back by request, this is a wonderful scrap quilt for leftover pieces. Swap with others for greater variety.  It makes a great throw or larger for beds.
Saturday, Jan. 16, 23, 30    10:00a.m.-12:30 p.m.
$60.00

Show-off Quilt-Hilda Downing
Use these simple lines to show off something fun or special colors…great for collections.  Make a wall quilt or go all the way to Queen.
Monday, Feb. 1, 8, 15    6:30a.m.-8:30 p.m.
$60.00

Braid Runner-Jo Ann Brown
A repeat of a very popular class, the Braid Runner is an amazing project.  Quilt as you go, you can showcase any medley of fabrics or choose your own.  Spend a couple winter Sundays learning a new technique and ideas for quick, impressive gifts.  Pattern req’d.
Sunday, Feb. 28, Mar. 7      2:00a.m.-4:00 p.m.
$40.00

KNITTING / CROCHETING CLASSES

Drop-in Knitting & Crocheting - Jo Ann Brown
Beginners welcome; work on the project of your choice; start a new project, troubleshoot problems, learn new techniques, get helpful hints & tips, meet & be inspired by other knitters & crocheters
Thursdays, 1:00p.m.-3:00p.m. OR 6:30p.m.-8:30 p.m.
$15.00 ea.

Napali Hat-Jo Ann Brown
What is color dominance?  Central double decrease?  Make one from the left side of the stitch below?  You’ll learn these things and complete a most unusual hat that makes its own earflaps.
Sunday, Jan. 17 & 24      2:00p.m.-4:00 p.m.
$40.00

Wonderful Wallaby - Jo Ann Brown
This is another month-to-month project where you will learn a new section of this amazing hoodie every month.  It can be made from a size one (1) year to a man’s size up to a 50 chest.  Hood or no hood, pouch or no pouch, you choose.
Fridays, Jan. 22, Feb. 19, Mar. 26, Apr. 23 6:00p.m.-8:00 p.m.
$20.00 each month

Did you know Fabric Tree has a Quilt Club and Knitting Guild?  Consult our website or ask for information in the store.

Quilt Club – last Friday of most months
Knitting Guild – 1st Friday of every month

ACCESSORIES / MISCELLANEOUS

Strippy Jacket - Hilda Downing
A great jacket for anyone with a great collection of fabrics, it makes use of colorful strips and can turn an every day jacket into a great fitting one with a tailored look.
Monday, Mar. 22, 29         6:30p.m.-8:30 p.m.
$40.00

UFO/WIP Days – Jo Ann Brown
UFO = Unfinished Object
WIP = Work in Progress
Did you take a class here or anywhere and never finished the project?  Do they haunt you?  Do you need to finish them for holiday gifts?  Come work uninterrupted with assistance.  Includes knit, crochet, quilt, sew.  Other dates can be added on demand.
Tuesday, March 23, 6:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m
$20

Fabric Tree has a complete home decorating service including in-home consulting. Every employee is a qualified in-store consultant.

If you have an idea for a class or want to request a special technique, talk to us. We’ll do our best to offer it, or you can teach it!

SPECIAL EVENT

The Quilt Shop  “Road Trip”
 March 12, 13, & 14
Register now!
Six shops participating!