Upcoming Classes

13 sessions with Alice -- Meets monthly on the 1st Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Blocks will be taken from Barbara Brackman's new book "Civil War Sampler". The Civil War era...chronicled by quilters' hands This remarkable book features fifty quilt blocks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, some of which were presented on Barbara’s blog in 2011. Many of these blocks weren’t designed until the 1930s, but Barbara selected each one for the unique symbolism its name lends to recounting stories of the war during the mid-1800s. Dig into those prized reproduction fabrics and enjoy mixing and matching blocks to make your own tribute quilt. Images of sampler quilts are included for inspiration. • Journey through this historic time in American history with Barbara Brackman, bestselling author and quilt historian • Learn more about Civil War women through this special compilation of quilt block patterns, combined with period photos and first-person accounts • Choose from a variety of pieced or appliquéd blocks, each shown in two colorways with instructions for assembling two sizes (8” and 12”) Need the book, fabric and sewing supplies. Full information will be available at the 1st session. This is an on-going class. Please sign up for all sessions before completing checkout online.

This all-day class features the quilt that Candy designed for The Rabbit's Lair and will be appearing in American Patchwork & Quilting's "Quilt Sampler" Spring/Summer 2013 issue. The class will be free if you preorder and purchase a kit, otherwise the cost is $30. If you are already a machine piecer, come and learn Candy's tips -- if you are a beginner, Candy will help you to cut out your blocks during the morning. (No need to bring a machine) After a short break for lunch, Candy will teach her hand applique technique, show how to make perfect circles and bias binding for the vines, then show how to place the applique on the border. A fun day to share with a talented designer, beginning a beautiful quilt!

Do you love a good mystery? And chocolate? Then join us on the first Saturday of each month starting in October from 8:00 to 9:00 am. Our "Chocolate" quilt is made of twelve 12" pieced blocks and finishes to 84" x 95". The pattern for each block will be free each month to those who attend, and it will be a "mystery" what the next block will be! We'll show you different color options and help you choose your fabrics. Plus, each pattern includes a recipe for something chocolate! In October of 2013 you'll receive the finishing directions. Plus, you'll experience a fun demo, find out about the newest things in the shop, and be offered a great deal good until 9:00 only! No charge, but please sign up.

A class designed for the absolute beginner. We will cover how to crochet the chain, single crochet and double crochet stitches. Supplies needed: Size 8 crochet hook and 1 skein worsted weight yarn.

We will make blocks and learn so much! So, you know how to knit and purl? This will teach you each month how to do more stitches, read patterns, understand how to enhance or embellish your project! We will start with seed stitch and stockinette stitch blocks, so this project is open to beginners. We will make 2 blocks a month and then finish with the border. This will make a nice throw, or add more of your favorite blocks! Blocks will be designed by Danielle, and combined with block designs from the book. Cost is $15 a month (this includes the lesson from Danielle and 1 skein of Vintage Yarn each month) You will need to purchase your book Block by Block and your own needles. Other notions will be optional throughout the year of making the blocks! This is an ongoing class, please add all sessions to your class before checking out online.

This is a 1 week camp for 13-17 year olds. Each student will make a complete Hot Tamale quilt top pieced by machine. All supplies are included in the price. The first session is June 10-14th, from 9:30-12:30.

Project: Miyu – This gracefully undulating scarf combines panels of the Japanese feather stitch with an airy eyelet mesh to create a delicate, yet warm piece. Supplies: Size 6 needles, one skein sock/fingering weight yarn (Malabrigo, Silky Cashmere, etc) Pre-requisites: Must know how to Cast on, Knit, Purl, Yarn Over, Decreases, some experience reading charts. 2 sessions - 6/15 & 6/22

This is the first step towards learning to knit. We will cover how to cast on and the knit stitch. Supplies: Need Size 8 needles and 1 skein Lamb's Pride worsted or Vintage yarn. You are welcome to come back to a beginning class at any time to learn more from Elizabeth!

Renee will be visiting The Rabbit's Lair! Her evening presentation will include quilts and other projects from her books and patterns. During the last 25 years, Renee has published 26 "Threads" books, 7 quilt books, individual patterns and designed over 30 collections of fabric for Andover Fabrics. Her talent in recognizing great design enables her to coordinate projects from many designers. She will be sure to inspire and enchant you with her creativity and charm!

Renee has designed a project especially for her classes at The Rabbit's Lair! "Summer Basket" wool applique design may be finished as a mat, pillow or framed. The design area is 22" x 28 -- your kit with the class includes the hand dyed wool for the background and applique, hand dyed cotton chenille trim, 1/2" ric rac with a hand dyed look, and vintage look beads for the flower centers. Renee will bring threads for your use in class and the needles you need. She will also prepare the applique wool with pattern pieces pressed on, so you'll have an "instant" start and be ready to cut out. She will provide instruction for transferring the design to fabric, stitching techniques and ideas for various finishing techniques. Kit is INCLUDED in the class fee. Students need to bring sharp pointed scissors (like Fiskars embroidery or any other short blade scissors) for cutting wool and Roxanne Glue Baste It in the 1 oz. applicator bottle. There will be a break for lunch in the class area, and cost of the lunch is included in the fee. Mark your calendar, and sign up now for this unique opportunity!

Renee has designed a project especially for her classes at The Rabbit's Lair! "Summer Basket" wool applique design may be finished as a mat, pillow or framed. The design area is 22" x 28 -- your kit with the class includes the hand dyed wool for the background and applique, hand dyed cotton chenille trim, 1/2" ric rac with a hand dyed look, and vintage look beads for the flower centers. Renee will bring threads for your use in class and the needles you need. She will also prepare the applique wool with pattern pieces pressed on, so you'll have an "instant" start and be ready to cut out. She will provide instruction for transferring the design to fabric, stitching techniques and ideas for various finishing techniques. Kit is INCLUDED in the class fee. Students need to bring sharp pointed scissors (like Fiskars embroidery or any other short blade scissors) for cutting wool and Roxanne Glue Baste It in the 1 oz. applicator bottle. There will be a break for lunch in the class area, and cost of the lunch is included in the fee. Mark your calendar, and sign up now for this unique opportunity!

We'll make a selection of blocks from Leisure Art's "63 Easy to Crochet Pattern Stitches" -- This monthly group was designed for the beginning or intermediate crocheter who would like to build their skills with reading patterns and basic stitch making! We will cover many stitches -- 2 per month -- including puff stitches, clusters, working in the round, shells, and textural crochet. We start with basic single and double crochet and build new skills from there We will be putting the blocks together at the end. 12" blocks. Will need to purchase the book and yarn -- you may choose between Vintage yarn using a crochet hook size H or Pima cotton using a crochet hook size G. June blocks are afghan square #15 and plain square #20. Meets fourth Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. This is an ongoing class. Please add each session for the year to your cart before checking out. Thank you!

Meets monthly with Mary or Judy -- Beginners can learn basic embroidery stitches -- Bring your project for assistance. Maximum 4 students.

2 sessions - Learn the technique of old shale lace pattern by making this small washcloth -- need size 8 needles and DK weight cotton yarn. Pre-requisites: Must know how to Cast on, Knit, Purl. Sessions are 6/29 and 7/6

Do you love a good mystery? And chocolate? Then join us on the first Saturday of each month starting in October from 8:00 to 9:00 am. Our "Chocolate" quilt is made of twelve 12" pieced blocks and finishes to 84" x 95". The pattern for each block will be free each month to those who attend, and it will be a "mystery" what the next block will be! We'll show you different color options and help you choose your fabrics. Plus, each pattern includes a recipe for something chocolate! In October of 2013 you'll receive the finishing directions. Plus, you'll experience a fun demo, find out about the newest things in the shop, and be offered a great deal good until 9:00 only! No charge, but please sign up.

13 sessions with Alice -- Meets monthly on the 1st Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Blocks will be taken from Barbara Brackman's new book "Civil War Sampler". The Civil War era...chronicled by quilters' hands This remarkable book features fifty quilt blocks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, some of which were presented on Barbara’s blog in 2011. Many of these blocks weren’t designed until the 1930s, but Barbara selected each one for the unique symbolism its name lends to recounting stories of the war during the mid-1800s. Dig into those prized reproduction fabrics and enjoy mixing and matching blocks to make your own tribute quilt. Images of sampler quilts are included for inspiration. • Journey through this historic time in American history with Barbara Brackman, bestselling author and quilt historian • Learn more about Civil War women through this special compilation of quilt block patterns, combined with period photos and first-person accounts • Choose from a variety of pieced or appliquéd blocks, each shown in two colorways with instructions for assembling two sizes (8” and 12”) Need the book, fabric and sewing supplies. Full information will be available at the 1st session. This is an on-going class. Please sign up for all sessions before completing checkout online.

Description: Do you need a great bag that will hold just about everything but the kitchen sink? The fat quarter bag just keeps expanding and will hold up to a king-size quilt along with supplies. It will go together quickly and is a great way to use up some fat quarters hanging around in your stash, or to use those fun fat quarters you wanted to buy, but that you just weren’t sure how to use. Bag can be reversible. Supplies: 6 fat quarters – can be coordinating or maybe just a collection of fun fabrics, 1 ½ yds for lining – depending upon your choices, this bag can be reversible, 5/8 yd for handles – can be the same as one of your other fabrics, or can be an 8th fabric, 22” of 1” wide; non-roll elastic, Coordinating thread Maximum: 6 students

Improvisational quilting is freeing yourself to design in the moment, stepping back to see what your project needs, and reacting to that. It's a thoughtful process and so rewarding! In this class we will make a table runner using the "design as you go" style of improvisation beginning with modern log cabin block variations. Bring a background fabric, a half a yard to a full yard depending on how large a table runner you want to make, several fat quarters to cut strips off of and scraps of fabrics for added interest. Bring a sewing machine (or reserve one of ours), thread, and basic sewing kit including a rotary cutter, mat and fabric cutting scissors. Also bring an open mind and your creative spirit!

A class designed for the absolute beginner. We will cover how to crochet the chain, single crochet and double crochet stitches. Supplies needed: Size 8 crochet hook and 1 skein worsted weight yarn.

We will make blocks and learn so much! So, you know how to knit and purl? This will teach you each month how to do more stitches, read patterns, understand how to enhance or embellish your project! We will start with seed stitch and stockinette stitch blocks, so this project is open to beginners. We will make 2 blocks a month and then finish with the border. This will make a nice throw, or add more of your favorite blocks! Blocks will be designed by Danielle, and combined with block designs from the book. Cost is $15 a month (this includes the lesson from Danielle and 1 skein of Vintage Yarn each month) You will need to purchase your book Block by Block and your own needles. Other notions will be optional throughout the year of making the blocks! This is an ongoing class, please add all sessions to your class before checking out online.

This is a 1 week camp for 13-17 year olds. Each student will make a complete Hot Tamale quilt top pieced by machine. All supplies are included in the price. The session is July 15- July 19, from 9:30-12:30.

Hand Quilting -- 2 Sessions July 19 and Aug 23 from 1:30-3:30 Quilting by hand is a great way to bring that special touch to any project or gift. Practice is the key to this relaxing method. Learn the basic stitching, discuss quilting patterns, and learn some tricks and tips from a quilter with 32 years of hand quilting experience. Minimum: 3 students Maximum: 6 students Supply List: ½ yd. or 2 fat quarters of muslin or very light-colored, solid cotton – cut into two fat quarters; (it is not necessary that the fabrics match; this is for practice), scrap batting – approximately 22 x 18 – (will be used to sandwich between your two pieces of fabric) At least one thimble – if you own more than one, bring them to the first class (do not purchase unless you do not own one),Size 10 quilting between needle – (recommended size), Small or medium wood hoop or any kind of portable quilting frame, Other possible products: Thread heaven, Clover white marking pen, Frixion marking pen

This is the first step towards learning to knit. We will cover how to cast on and the knit stitch. Supplies: Need Size 8 needles and 1 skein Lamb's Pride worsted or Vintage yarn. You are welcome to come back to a beginning class at any time to learn more from Elizabeth!

This class is a basic introduction to the method of stranding knitting. It is a simple cozie, worked in the round with 2 contrasting yarns. You will need 2 colors yarns, worsted weight, and either DPN's or 2 circular needles, size 8. Skills needed: casting on, knitting, working in the round using preferred method.

We'll make a selection of blocks from Leisure Art's "63 Easy to Crochet Pattern Stitches" -- This monthly group was designed for the beginning or intermediate crocheter who would like to build their skills with reading patterns and basic stitch making! We will cover many stitches -- 2 per month -- including puff stitches, clusters, working in the round, shells, and textural crochet. We start with basic single and double crochet and build new skills from there We will be putting the blocks together at the end. 12" blocks. Will need to purchase the book and yarn -- you may choose between Vintage yarn using a crochet hook size H or Pima cotton using a crochet hook size G. July blocks are little crowns stitch #36 and woven relief stitch #18. Meets fourth Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. This is an ongoing class. Please add each session for the year to your cart before checking out. Thank you!

Meets monthly with Mary or Judy -- Beginners can learn basic embroidery stitches -- Bring your project for assistance. Maximum 4 students.

A small Tabletopper 21.5"x19" made with the 2 1/2" squares! Supplies Needed: Moda "Candy" booklet, 40- 2.5"x2.5" squares, 1/3yd of background, 5/8yd backing, 1/4 yd border, 1/4yd binding, thread, and pins

Basic steps needed in making socks -- A "crash" course in what you need to learn to make socks, resulting in a small bootie!

Project: Miyu – This gracefully undulating scarf combines panels of the Japanese feather stitch with an airy eyelet mesh to create a delicate, yet warm piece. Supplies: Size 6 needles, one skein sock/fingering weight yarn (Malabrigo, Silky Cashmere, etc) Pre-requisites: Must know how to Cast on, Knit, Purl, Yarn Over, Decreases, some experience reading charts. 2 sessions - 7/27 & 8/3

13 sessions with Alice -- Meets monthly on the 1st Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Blocks will be taken from Barbara Brackman's new book "Civil War Sampler". The Civil War era...chronicled by quilters' hands This remarkable book features fifty quilt blocks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, some of which were presented on Barbara’s blog in 2011. Many of these blocks weren’t designed until the 1930s, but Barbara selected each one for the unique symbolism its name lends to recounting stories of the war during the mid-1800s. Dig into those prized reproduction fabrics and enjoy mixing and matching blocks to make your own tribute quilt. Images of sampler quilts are included for inspiration. • Journey through this historic time in American history with Barbara Brackman, bestselling author and quilt historian • Learn more about Civil War women through this special compilation of quilt block patterns, combined with period photos and first-person accounts • Choose from a variety of pieced or appliquéd blocks, each shown in two colorways with instructions for assembling two sizes (8” and 12”) Need the book, fabric and sewing supplies. Full information will be available at the 1st session. This is an on-going class. Please sign up for all sessions before completing checkout online.

Appliqué with only one piece…WOW!!...I think I can do that! Learn the art of Hawaiian appliqué, from choosing a traditional Hawaiian pattern, to preparing and cutting your piece, to appliquéing. Hawaiian appliqué is a beautiful tradition and a great take along project for you. Turn yours into a pillow, a medallion for a larger quilt or a lovely wall hanging. Maximum: 6 students 22” square of background fabric, 22” square of design motif fabric, Traditionally, Hawaiian appliqué is a colored motif on white. But don’t be afraid to step out of the box. Try a white motif on a colored background; try a light motif on dark/bright; try a bright motif on a lighter colored background. Your imagination is your limit., Very sharp scissors, Pins, Your favorite appliqué needle, Contrasting thread for basting, Matching thread for your design motif fabric

We will make blocks and learn so much! So, you know how to knit and purl? This will teach you each month how to do more stitches, read patterns, understand how to enhance or embellish your project! We will start with seed stitch and stockinette stitch blocks, so this project is open to beginners. We will make 2 blocks a month and then finish with the border. This will make a nice throw, or add more of your favorite blocks! Blocks will be designed by Danielle, and combined with block designs from the book. Cost is $15 a month (this includes the lesson from Danielle and 1 skein of Vintage Yarn each month) You will need to purchase your book Block by Block and your own needles. Other notions will be optional throughout the year of making the blocks! This is an ongoing class, please add all sessions to your class before checking out online.

A class designed for the absolute beginner. We will cover how to crochet the chain, single crochet and double crochet stitches. Supplies needed: Size 8 crochet hook and 1 skein worsted weight yarn.

Villa Rosa Designs - Size: 72"x90" , Supplies needed: 2 10" squares each of 20 fabrics or 20 Fat Sixths (12"x22"), Binding 3/4 yd, background fabric 3yds, large 100% cotton sewing thread, fine pins. 2 SESSIONS Thursday 8/15 and 8/22 5:30-7:30

This is the first step towards learning to knit. We will cover how to cast on and the knit stitch. Supplies: Need Size 8 needles and 1 skein Lamb's Pride worsted or Vintage yarn. You are welcome to come back to a beginning class at any time to learn more from Elizabeth!

We'll make a selection of blocks from Leisure Art's "63 Easy to Crochet Pattern Stitches" -- Beginning with the easiest stitches and advancing to the more complicated shell and dimensional stitches. 12" blocks. Meets fourth Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. This is an ongoing class. Please add each session for the year to your cart before checking out. Thank you!

2 sessions - Materials: Size 6 straights + size 6 DPNs OR one size 6 circular, 1 skein linen yarn (Merlin, or Euroflax) Project: Pluie Soapholder – Treat yourself to a spa-quality exfoliating scrub with this lacy linen soapholder. Pre-requisites: Must know how to Cast on, Knit, Purl. Sessions are 8/31 and 9/7

Want to make a quick quilt top and have fun at the same time? Join Kathy and use one of our precut 2 1/2" strips Jelly Rolls; we have a huge variety in stock of different patterns and colors. This class is great for beginners to learn to use rotary equipment and sew a straight seam -- Fun for all in making a throw quilt for yourself or a gift! Cost: $35 plus Supplies

2 sessions with Ellen -- This class is for the person who has never sewn a stitch -- or would like a good refresher! The first session will consist of becoming familiar with the sewing machine, cutting equipment, reading a pattern and learning the language of sewing. The second week will be spent constructing a pillowcase from your favorite fabrics! Learn from Ellen the basics and have fun! Sessions are 9/5 & 9/12. Supplies: 1 1/2 yard of body fabric for pillow, 1/2 yard of fabric for the band of pillow this can match the body fabric or contrast, 1/4 yard of fabric for the piping this one should contrast, matching thread one spool, Fix a Seam seam ripper, Glass head pins (so they don't melt when you hit them with the iron), Optional (but highly recommended) small bottle of Best Press

Villa Rosa Designs -- 36" x 45" -- Fun and easy quilt using a charm pack! Need 1 charm pack, 1 yard of border fabric, 1/2 yard of binding fabric, pins and thread. (If using a 6" charm pack, need 2, plus 1 1/4 yards of border fabric)

13 sessions with Alice -- Meets monthly on the 1st Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Blocks will be taken from Barbara Brackman's new book "Civil War Sampler". The Civil War era...chronicled by quilters' hands This remarkable book features fifty quilt blocks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, some of which were presented on Barbara’s blog in 2011. Many of these blocks weren’t designed until the 1930s, but Barbara selected each one for the unique symbolism its name lends to recounting stories of the war during the mid-1800s. Dig into those prized reproduction fabrics and enjoy mixing and matching blocks to make your own tribute quilt. Images of sampler quilts are included for inspiration. • Journey through this historic time in American history with Barbara Brackman, bestselling author and quilt historian • Learn more about Civil War women through this special compilation of quilt block patterns, combined with period photos and first-person accounts • Choose from a variety of pieced or appliquéd blocks, each shown in two colorways with instructions for assembling two sizes (8” and 12”) Need the book, fabric and sewing supplies. Full information will be available at the 1st session. This is an on-going class. Please sign up for all sessions before completing checkout online.

Learn to master this easy technique -- wool is soft and easy to work with, no edges to turn under. With the right supplies and a few techniques, you'll be ready to make your favorite table mat, quilt or picture! Just bring your scissors and have fun!

Improvisational quilting is freeing yourself to design in the moment, stepping back to see what your project needs, and reacting to that. It's a thoughtful process and so rewarding! In this class we will make a table runner using the "design as you go" style of improvisation beginning with modern log cabin block variations. Bring a background fabric, a half a yard to a full yard depending on how large a table runner you want to make, several fat quarters to cut strips off of and scraps of fabrics for added interest. Bring a sewing machine (or reserve one of ours), thread, and basic sewing kit including a rotary cutter, mat and fabric cutting scissors. Also bring an open mind and your creative spirit!

A class designed for the absolute beginner. We will cover how to crochet the chain, single crochet and double crochet stitches. Supplies needed: Size 8 crochet hook and 1 skein worsted weight yarn.

We will make blocks and learn so much! So, you know how to knit and purl? This will teach you each month how to do more stitches, read patterns, understand how to enhance or embellish your project! We will start with seed stitch and stockinette stitch blocks, so this project is open to beginners. We will make 2 blocks a month and then finish with the border. This will make a nice throw, or add more of your favorite blocks! Blocks will be designed by Danielle, and combined with block designs from the book. Cost is $15 a month (this includes the lesson from Danielle and 1 skein of Vintage Yarn each month) You will need to purchase your book Block by Block and your own needles. Other notions will be optional throughout the year of making the blocks! This is an ongoing class, please add all sessions to your class before checking out online.

2 sessions with Ellen -- Must have completed the introductory sessions or have experience with sewing. This flouncy full apron is a must for every hostess. Feminine, flattering, and practical, with a lined bib (darted for subtle shaping) and extra-long ties, you'll wonder how you ever got along without one! (You may have seen The Rabbit's Lair gals wearing this apron!) Class includes pattern, need to purchase fabrics -- small needs 2/3 yard for skirt and bib and 1 yard for neck strap, ties and flounce, medium needs 7/8 yard for skirt and bib and 1 yard for neck strap, ties and flounce; and large needs 7/8 yard for skirt and bib and 1 1/8 yard for neck strap, ties and flounce. Class sessions are 9/19 & 9/26

Hand Quilting -- 2 Sessions Sept 20 and October 25 1:30-3:30 Quilting by hand is a great way to bring that special touch to any project or gift. Practice is the key to this relaxing method. Learn the basic stitching, discuss quilting patterns, and learn some tricks and tips from a quilter with 32 years of hand quilting experience. Minimum: 3 students Maximum: 6 students Supply List: ½ yd. or 2 fat quarters of muslin or very light-colored, solid cotton – cut into two fat quarters; (it is not necessary that the fabrics match; this is for practice), scrap batting – approximately 22 x 18 – (will be used to sandwich between your two pieces of fabric) At least one thimble – if you own more than one, bring them to the first class (do not purchase unless you do not own one),Size 10 quilting between needle – (recommended size), Small or medium wood hoop or any kind of portable quilting frame, Other possible products: Thread heaven, Clover white marking pen, Frixion marking pen

Learn the easy technique of this fun and creative needlework! It's very portable and you can choose from a wide variety of designs. Supplies needed: pattern and floss, punchneedle, scissors.

This is the first step towards learning to knit. We will cover how to cast on and the knit stitch. Supplies: Need Size 8 needles and 1 skein Lamb's Pride worsted or Vintage yarn. You are welcome to come back to a beginning class at any time to learn more from Elizabeth!

This class is a basic introduction to the method of stranding knitting. It is a simple cozie, worked in the round with 2 contrasting yarns. You will need 2 colors yarns, worsted weight, and either DPN's or 2 circular needles, size 8. Skills needed: casting on, knitting, working in the round using preferred method.

We'll make a selection of blocks from Leisure Art's "63 Easy to Crochet Pattern Stitches" -- Beginning with the easiest stitches and advancing to the more complicated shell and dimensional stitches. 12" blocks. Meets fourth Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. This is an ongoing class. Please add each session for the year to your cart before checking out. Thank you!

Meets monthly with Mary or Judy -- Beginners can learn basic embroidery stitches -- Bring your project for assistance. Maximum 4 students.

A small Tabletopper 14"x16"made with the 2 1/2" squares! Supplies Needed: Moda "Candy" booklet, 42- 2.5"x2.5" squares, 1 fat quarter for backing, 1/3yd background, 1/4yd binding, thread, and pins

Project: Miyu – This gracefully undulating scarf combines panels of the Japanese feather stitch with an airy eyelet mesh to create a delicate, yet warm piece. Supplies: Size 6 needles, one skein sock/fingering weight yarn (Malabrigo, Silky Cashmere, etc) Pre-requisites: Must know how to Cast on, Knit, Purl, Yarn Over, Decreases, some experience reading charts. 2 sessions - 9/28 & 10/5

Basic steps needed in making socks -- A "crash" course in what you need to learn to make socks, resulting in a small bootie!

3 sessions -- Atkinson Designs -- Lap quilt size -- 48" x 57" -- A great quilt to learn how to use rotary cutting equipment and rulers, plus making accurate seams. Choose your favorite fabrics -- a wonderful border from your favorite collection and then fat quarters to coordinate. Need 12 fat quarters, 2 yards for outer border, 1 yard for inner border and binding or 1/2 yard for binding, pins and thread. Sessions are October 3, 10,17

13 sessions with Alice -- Meets monthly on the 1st Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Blocks will be taken from Barbara Brackman's new book "Civil War Sampler". The Civil War era...chronicled by quilters' hands This remarkable book features fifty quilt blocks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, some of which were presented on Barbara’s blog in 2011. Many of these blocks weren’t designed until the 1930s, but Barbara selected each one for the unique symbolism its name lends to recounting stories of the war during the mid-1800s. Dig into those prized reproduction fabrics and enjoy mixing and matching blocks to make your own tribute quilt. Images of sampler quilts are included for inspiration. • Journey through this historic time in American history with Barbara Brackman, bestselling author and quilt historian • Learn more about Civil War women through this special compilation of quilt block patterns, combined with period photos and first-person accounts • Choose from a variety of pieced or appliquéd blocks, each shown in two colorways with instructions for assembling two sizes (8” and 12”) Need the book, fabric and sewing supplies. Full information will be available at the 1st session. This is an on-going class. Please sign up for all sessions before completing checkout online.

Villa Rosa Designs -- 42" x 59" -- Easy quilt using charm packs! Need 1 charm pack, 3/4 yard each of 2 background fabrics, similar in color, one darker and one lighter, 1/2 yard binding, pins and thread.

Learn to master this easy technique -- wool is soft and easy to work with, no edges to turn under. With the right supplies and a few techniques, you'll be ready to make your favorite table mat, quilt or picture! Just bring your scissors and have fun!

We will make blocks and learn so much! So, you know how to knit and purl? This will teach you each month how to do more stitches, read patterns, understand how to enhance or embellish your project! We will start with seed stitch and stockinette stitch blocks, so this project is open to beginners. We will make 2 blocks a month and then finish with the border. This will make a nice throw, or add more of your favorite blocks! Blocks will be designed by Danielle, and combined with block designs from the book. Cost is $15 a month (this includes the lesson from Danielle and 1 skein of Vintage Yarn each month) You will need to purchase your book Block by Block and your own needles. Other notions will be optional throughout the year of making the blocks! This is an ongoing class, please add all sessions to your class before checking out online.

A class designed for the absolute beginner. We will cover how to crochet the chain, single crochet and double crochet stitches. Supplies needed: Size 8 crochet hook and 1 skein worsted weight yarn.

'Concentrate on Color' Knitting Workshop with Brandon by BRANDON MABLY from the Kaffe Fassett Design Studio. 1-DAY KNITTING WORKSHOP ..it will be at Southside Church of Christ, 919 S. Dixieland Road, Rogers, AR 72758 Enjoy a one day creative knitting workshop with Brandon Mably from the Kaffe Fassett Design Studio. This workshop will be for knitters who are interested in sharpening their color observation in design. Participants should know how to knit and purl – only the basic stocking stitch will be used in the workshop. This course inspires knitters to sharpen their observation of color by working from source material and a wide range of yarns. Then they move on to applying the color to a pattern in graph form. The experience gained should give knitters the confidence to use their own personal color scheme in any of their own designs in the future. Workshop Content Brandon Mably will give an introduction on how to interpret colors from source material into a swatch. He will then help the class participants to choose their source materials from a collection of postcards he will provide. Brandon will demonstrate the method of carrying yarn in fairisle and intarsia knitting and then work with students as they apply the technique to their own knitting. Attention will be paid to color, texture, pattern and everyone will work on a swatch using at least 20 colors. Only the basic stocking stitch will be used. Students Material List  Knitting needles – whichever size is most comfortable for the student, suggest a range of US 6-8.  Scissors  At least 6 light or bright colors and 6 dark or deeper colors of yarns in small quantities.  Notebook and pencil (optional)  Camera (optional) BIOGRAPHY: BRANDON MABLY Raised in a small seaside town on the coast of South Wales, Brandon Mably has been interested in color and design since he was young. According to author/designer and Mably mentor, Kaffe Fassett, Mably has “one of the sharpest eyes for style” that he has ever come across. With no formal education in design, Mably made a radical career change from cooking to knitting in the late 1980’s after a chance meeting with the world famous Fassett. From the moment he entered Fassett’s studio, Mably realized the creative potential of knitwear designs and promptly became Fassett’s apprentice. For many years, Mably organized the running of the Fassett studio, where Fassett trained him to knit, needlepoint, hook rag rugs and grout mosaics. An inspiring teacher, Mably began traveling the world with Fassett doing workshops. Exotic locales such as Africa, Iceland, Guatemala and India filled his designer’s eye with inspiration and an explosion of color and pattern. An avid and enthusiastic teacher, Mably has learned one thing over the years – that most people have buried in them a sense of color and design. And it is helping his students discover that design sensibility that continues to inspire and motivate Mably’s work. Mably’s current workshop is entitled “Concentrating on Color and Design” and focuses on knitting, needlepoint and patchwork. Since taking over the knit workshops for Fassett altogether, he has taught throughout the United States, Canada, Japan, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Iceland, France, Germany and the UK. BRILLIANT KNITS (Taunton Press 2001), the first book of Mably’s own knitwear designs, contains a stunning collection of unique designs for men and women. Rapidly gaining in popularity, Mably has emerged from the Kaffe Fassett Studio to become one of the leading lights in contemporary knitwear fashions and shares the same passion for color that can be found in Fassett’s own designs. Brandon’s second book “KNITTING COLOR” (Soho Publishing) was published Spring 2007 and is based on inspiration Mably has found on his world wide travels and how he translates ideas into a design through his encouraging style of teaching workshops. Mably’s designs have also appeared in Kaffe’s Classics, The Knitting Bible, Vogue Knitting Baby Book, Welcome Home, Best of Rowan, Ultimate Knitter’s Guide as well as in various issues of Vogue Knitting International. Mably has been featured in the Winter 2000 issue of Rowan’s International Knit Magazine’s “Designer Profile” and Vogue Knitting magazine’s Millenium men’s issue.

The Kaffe Fassett lecture is designed to inspire and motivate. The presentation highlights works from his latest projects, these include his patchwork quilt, fabric, needle point, mosaic, painting and knitting designs. A tremendous amount of Kaffe's inspiration comes from his continual travels and his lecture is designed not so much to instruct but to empower and inspire the audience to create and develop their "mind's eye". Audiences leave invigorated - entranced by Kaffe's sense and use of color, they are ready to try it themselves and are encouraged to do so. The slide show lasts approximately 45 minutes followed by a question and answer session and book signing. Lecture will be held: Southside Church of Christ, 919 S. Dixieland Road, Rogers, AR 72758

Bordered Diamond Class Class will be held Southside Church of Christ, 919 S. Dixieland Road, Rogers, AR 72758 Supply list: • Book –Simple Shapes, Spectacular Quilts • Flannel for a design wall AT LEAST 40” X 72”, neutral taupe, grey, or cocoa colored preferred. • Rotary cutter • Mat at least 12” x 18” • Clear view Triangle ruler (60 degree triangles). We MUCH prefer this brand. Any of their sizes are OK OR • Templates made from the book and a rotary ruler at least 6” x 12” Fabric requirements: This quilt has quite low contrast (lightness and darkness) in the fabric selection. In other words a group of colours that are varied but harmonious together. If you pick only one colour grouping, say brown or green, be sure to have a wide variety that are mostly a similar level of brightness. Not very light with very dark, bring a wide choice of colours for your small-scale print and textural borders for your diamonds. Whatever colour scheme you choose bring a variety of colours for the borders. Or you may do as in the original version, a big variety of colors that are harmonious together , It is your choice. Come to class ready to try many things. The diamond prints should be large scale, mostly florals. The edge fabrics should be near solids, tone on tones, tiny prints, or bold repeat prints you feel will make good borders. • ½ yd each of at least 20 large-scale fabrics. • 1/3 yd each of at least 20 small-scale prints.

We'll make a selection of blocks from Leisure Art's "63 Easy to Crochet Pattern Stitches" -- Beginning with the easiest stitches and advancing to the more complicated shell and dimensional stitches. 12" blocks. Meets fourth Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. This is an ongoing class. Please add each session for the year to your cart before checking out. Thank you!

Meets monthly with Mary or Judy -- Beginners can learn basic embroidery stitches -- Bring your project for assistance. Maximum 4 students.

2 sessions - Learn the technique of old shale lace pattern by making this small washcloth -- need size 8 needles and DK weight cotton yarn. Pre-requisites: Must know how to Cast on, Knit, Purl. Sessions are 10/26 and 11/2

Villa Rosa Designs -- 54"x54" -- Easy quilt! Fabrics needed: Lights - 9 fat sixths (12" x 22") or 18 - 10" squares -- Darks - 9 fat sixths (12" x 22") or 18 - 10" squares, plus binding 1/2 yard, pins and thread.

13 sessions with Alice -- Meets monthly on the 1st Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Blocks will be taken from Barbara Brackman's new book "Civil War Sampler". The Civil War era...chronicled by quilters' hands This remarkable book features fifty quilt blocks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, some of which were presented on Barbara’s blog in 2011. Many of these blocks weren’t designed until the 1930s, but Barbara selected each one for the unique symbolism its name lends to recounting stories of the war during the mid-1800s. Dig into those prized reproduction fabrics and enjoy mixing and matching blocks to make your own tribute quilt. Images of sampler quilts are included for inspiration. • Journey through this historic time in American history with Barbara Brackman, bestselling author and quilt historian • Learn more about Civil War women through this special compilation of quilt block patterns, combined with period photos and first-person accounts • Choose from a variety of pieced or appliquéd blocks, each shown in two colorways with instructions for assembling two sizes (8” and 12”) Need the book, fabric and sewing supplies. Full information will be available at the 1st session. This is an on-going class. Please sign up for all sessions before completing checkout online.

2 sessions with Ellen -- 11/7 & 11/14-- Must have taken the introductory class with Ellen or have experience sewing. Uses the Fashion Formula Skirts pattern by Serendipity Studios. Class project will be the Trixie One Fabric Version. Class fee includes pattern -- need to purchase fabric. For Hip size 34-38" - 30" length - 1 7/8 yards, 36" length - 2 1/8 yards; for hip size 40" - 30" length - 2 1/8 yards, 36" length 2 3/8 yards; for hip size 42-50" - 30" length - 2 3/8 yards, 36" length - 2 3/4 yards. Also need basic sewing supplies.

Learn to master this easy technique -- wool is soft and easy to work with, no edges to turn under. With the right supplies and a few techniques, you'll be ready to make your favorite table mat, quilt or picture! Just bring your scissors and have fun!

Improvisational quilting is freeing yourself to design in the moment, stepping back to see what your project needs, and reacting to that. It's a thoughtful process and so rewarding! In this class we will make a table runner using the "design as you go" style of improvisation beginning with modern log cabin block variations. Bring a background fabric, a half a yard to a full yard depending on how large a table runner you want to make, several fat quarters to cut strips off of and scraps of fabrics for added interest. Bring a sewing machine (or reserve one of ours), thread, and basic sewing kit including a rotary cutter, mat and fabric cutting scissors. Also bring an open mind and your creative spirit!

A class designed for the absolute beginner. We will cover how to crochet the chain, single crochet and double crochet stitches. Supplies needed: Size 8 crochet hook and 1 skein worsted weight yarn.

We will make blocks and learn so much! So, you know how to knit and purl? This will teach you each month how to do more stitches, read patterns, understand how to enhance or embellish your project! We will start with seed stitch and stockinette stitch blocks, so this project is open to beginners. We will make 2 blocks a month and then finish with the border. This will make a nice throw, or add more of your favorite blocks! Blocks will be designed by Danielle, and combined with block designs from the book. Cost is $15 a month (this includes the lesson from Danielle and 1 skein of Vintage Yarn each month) You will need to purchase your book Block by Block and your own needles. Other notions will be optional throughout the year of making the blocks! This is an ongoing class, please add all sessions to your class before checking out online.

Learn the easy technique of this fun and creative needlework! It's very portable and you can choose from a wide variety of designs. Supplies needed: pattern and floss, punchneedle, scissors.

Hand Quilting -- 2 Sessions Nov 15 and Dec 20 1:30-3:30 Quilting by hand is a great way to bring that special touch to any project or gift. Practice is the key to this relaxing method. Learn the basic stitching, discuss quilting patterns, and learn some tricks and tips from a quilter with 32 years of hand quilting experience. Minimum: 3 students Maximum: 6 students Supply List: ½ yd. or 2 fat quarters of muslin or very light-colored, solid cotton – cut into two fat quarters; (it is not necessary that the fabrics match; this is for practice), scrap batting – approximately 22 x 18 – (will be used to sandwich between your two pieces of fabric) At least one thimble – if you own more than one, bring them to the first class (do not purchase unless you do not own one),Size 10 quilting between needle – (recommended size), Small or medium wood hoop or any kind of portable quilting frame, Other possible products: Thread heaven, Clover white marking pen, Frixion marking pen

This is the first step towards learning to knit. We will cover how to cast on and the knit stitch. Supplies: Need Size 8 needles and 1 skein Lamb's Pride worsted or Vintage yarn. You are welcome to come back to a beginning class at any time to learn more from Elizabeth!

Project: Miyu – This gracefully undulating scarf combines panels of the Japanese feather stitch with an airy eyelet mesh to create a delicate, yet warm piece. Supplies: Size 6 needles, one skein sock/fingering weight yarn (Malabrigo, Silky Cashmere, etc) Pre-requisites: Must know how to Cast on, Knit, Purl, Yarn Over, Decreases, some experience reading charts. 2 sessions - 11/16 & 11/23

We'll make a selection of blocks from Leisure Art's "63 Easy to Crochet Pattern Stitches" -- Beginning with the easiest stitches and advancing to the more complicated shell and dimensional stitches. 12" blocks. Meets Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. This is an ongoing class. Please add each session for the year to your cart before checking out. Thank you!

Meets monthly with Mary or Judy -- Beginners can learn basic embroidery stitches -- Bring your project for assistance. Maximum 4 students.

Basic steps needed in making socks -- A "crash" course in what you need to learn to make socks, resulting in a small bootie!

Learn to master this easy technique -- wool is soft and easy to work with, no edges to turn under. With the right supplies and a few techniques, you'll be ready to make your favorite table mat, quilt or picture! Just bring your scissors and have fun!

13 sessions with Alice -- Meets monthly on the 1st Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Blocks will be taken from Barbara Brackman's new book "Civil War Sampler". The Civil War era...chronicled by quilters' hands This remarkable book features fifty quilt blocks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, some of which were presented on Barbara’s blog in 2011. Many of these blocks weren’t designed until the 1930s, but Barbara selected each one for the unique symbolism its name lends to recounting stories of the war during the mid-1800s. Dig into those prized reproduction fabrics and enjoy mixing and matching blocks to make your own tribute quilt. Images of sampler quilts are included for inspiration. • Journey through this historic time in American history with Barbara Brackman, bestselling author and quilt historian • Learn more about Civil War women through this special compilation of quilt block patterns, combined with period photos and first-person accounts • Choose from a variety of pieced or appliquéd blocks, each shown in two colorways with instructions for assembling two sizes (8” and 12”) Need the book, fabric and sewing supplies. Full information will be available at the 1st session. This is an on-going class. Please sign up for all sessions before completing checkout online.

We will make blocks and learn so much! So, you know how to knit and purl? This will teach you each month how to do more stitches, read patterns, understand how to enhance or embellish your project! We will start with seed stitch and stockinette stitch blocks, so this project is open to beginners. We will make 2 blocks a month and then finish with the border. This will make a nice throw, or add more of your favorite blocks! Blocks will be designed by Danielle, and combined with block designs from the book. Cost is $15 a month (this includes the lesson from Danielle and 1 skein of Vintage Yarn each month) You will need to purchase your book Block by Block and your own needles. Other notions will be optional throughout the year of making the blocks! This is an ongoing class, please add all sessions to your class before checking out online.

13 sessions with Alice -- Meets monthly on the 1st Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Blocks will be taken from Barbara Brackman's new book "Civil War Sampler". The Civil War era...chronicled by quilters' hands This remarkable book features fifty quilt blocks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, some of which were presented on Barbara’s blog in 2011. Many of these blocks weren’t designed until the 1930s, but Barbara selected each one for the unique symbolism its name lends to recounting stories of the war during the mid-1800s. Dig into those prized reproduction fabrics and enjoy mixing and matching blocks to make your own tribute quilt. Images of sampler quilts are included for inspiration. • Journey through this historic time in American history with Barbara Brackman, bestselling author and quilt historian • Learn more about Civil War women through this special compilation of quilt block patterns, combined with period photos and first-person accounts • Choose from a variety of pieced or appliquéd blocks, each shown in two colorways with instructions for assembling two sizes (8” and 12”) Need the book, fabric and sewing supplies. Full information will be available at the 1st session. This is an on-going class. Please sign up for all sessions before completing checkout online.

13 sessions with Alice -- Meets monthly on the 1st Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Blocks will be taken from Barbara Brackman's new book "Civil War Sampler". The Civil War era...chronicled by quilters' hands This remarkable book features fifty quilt blocks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, some of which were presented on Barbara’s blog in 2011. Many of these blocks weren’t designed until the 1930s, but Barbara selected each one for the unique symbolism its name lends to recounting stories of the war during the mid-1800s. Dig into those prized reproduction fabrics and enjoy mixing and matching blocks to make your own tribute quilt. Images of sampler quilts are included for inspiration. • Journey through this historic time in American history with Barbara Brackman, bestselling author and quilt historian • Learn more about Civil War women through this special compilation of quilt block patterns, combined with period photos and first-person accounts • Choose from a variety of pieced or appliquéd blocks, each shown in two colorways with instructions for assembling two sizes (8” and 12”) Need the book, fabric and sewing supplies. Full information will be available at the 1st session. This is an on-going class. Please sign up for all sessions before completing checkout online.