Sunday, December 29, 2013

Come Play Quilt Block Lotto With Us!

Rules:

These are scrappy blocks, so dig into your stash and get going. Our colors are red and white. Make a 12 inch finished block, which means 12 1/2" by 12 1/2" unfinished. DO NOT TRIM YOUR BLOCK. Use any block pattern you want, pieced, appliqued or paper pieced. Cut a 2 1/2" by 2 1/2" square of white fabric and sign it with black pen and tack it to the back of your block for the label. We will number and post finished blocks on the website until the week of our retreat in January, 2014. You may enter as often as you wish. this is open to anyone.  You do not need to be present to win. Each entry will be given a number. We will use a random number generator to select the winners. For every 16 blocks there will be a winner! Send your blocks in early for posting on our Blog. Mail finished blocks to Quilt St. George llc, 5567 Parkway West Dr., Highland, UT 84003.

 The winners will be drawn on Quilt Bingo night, January 16th, 2014. 

 More info on our website at http://www.quiltstgeorge.com/quilt-block-lotto.htm

lots of entries have been mailed in so far - here are a few of them







Tuesday, December 24, 2013

Electric Quilt classes being taught at Quilt St. George in January



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See how easy it is to design quilts using this powerful EQ7 (or EQ6) computer program.  Pick blocks from Electric Quilt’s extensive library.  Experiment with various settings, sashings, and borders, varying size, color, and fabric.  Add alternate blocks, applique motifs, or quilting stencils.  Learn to print yardage requirements, rotary cutting instructions, templates, foundation piecing patterns  -- in any size.
Class Supply List
Be sure to bring these items:
   Laptop computer and mouse
   Long extension cord with surge protection
   EQ6 and/or EQ7 User Manual
   Notebook and pen
   $5 cash or check to Annie Unrein for class handout
Students should bring their own laptop computer in good working order with the EQ6 or EQ7 software installed.*
*If you do not already own the software, contact Annie for a great price on the software and related books. If you want to take the class before purchasing the software, Annie can install a classroom version of the program on your laptop which will enable you to "testdrive" the program. Be sure to make arrangements to meet Annie before class to install the software. If you borrow a laptop for the class, be sure to spend some time before class getting to know the computer. Don't wait until the day of the class to become familiar with it. Computer technical support for personal computers will not be available and no technical support will be provided during class.  It is strongly recommended that all computers have a standard mouse attached for the class, as the touch mouse will really
slow you (and everyone else!) down — even if you are an experienced laptop user.
Cost:$ 30.00
$5 cash or check to Annie Unrein for class handout
Date(s):
#1:  Tue, Jan 14, 2014 at 8:30 am to 11:30 am
Skill Level:All Skill Levels
Instructor:Annie Unrein www.byannie.com annieu@infowest.com 435-674-9816

Monday, December 16, 2013

What's Next ?

For new LongArmers who want to do something besides pantographs.  One day of custom and Freehand Long Arm Class for beginners.  NO long arm experience needed.  This is a hands on class.  Each quilter will leave with a quilting sampler.

Techniques covered:
Stitch in the ditch
Channel locking
Stippling
Fillers
Feathers
Sashing
Rulers and Templates
Stencils
Front and Back Laser work
...................And more as time and energy permit!

Bring your lunch or order from a menu to be delivered.  Coffee, Tea, Soda and water provided all day.

Class size limited to 7 students.

Come join the fun!  Let's Quilt some quilts together!

Note: This class will be held off-campus at the Let's Quilt Studio.  They have 9 long-arm machines there to learn on.  Class size is limited to 9 so each person will have their own machine.  Rides to and from the hotel will be provided if needed.  
Date:
Fri, Jan 17, 2014 at 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
or Wed, Jan 15, 2014 at 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Skill Level:Beginner
Instructor:Teryl McKnight
Let's Quilt
Your Long Arm Training and Supply Center
St. George, UT



Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Celtic Applique and other Favorites

Taught by Sharon Aposhian Wright




In this class we will learn all of the skills to do celtic applique - from easy to complex designs.  After class members have completed several samples, she will demonstrate her methods of writing on a quilt, piping, and cording ... if time permits.

The $10 kit will include everything you need for your samples.  However, you will need your glasses and a basic sewing kit.
see Details on
Quilt St George website

Date:
Tue, Jan 14, 2014 at 8:30 am to 11:30 am
Skill Level:Intermediate
Instructor:Sharon Aposhian Wright

Sunday, December 1, 2013

Design 1/2 Day and 1/2 Day Sewing by Cynthia England


A two part class where you will learn how to piece a small landscape as well as get a feel for how to design your own project using the Picture Piecing technique. For the sewing portion, students can choose from Country Road, Snow Scene or Red Barn. Irons required.



Country Road Pattern - pictured above
Springtime wall hanging with a quaint church on a country road.
Quilt size: 17" x 19"
Technique: Picture Piecing
Level: Intermediate
Red Barn Pattern
Make this tranquil countryside scene featuring a rustic red barn amid fall's foliage.
Quilt size: 19" x 17"
Technique: Picture Piecing
Level: Beginner



Snow Scene Pattern
Keep warm while you create this realistic winter scene which gazes over a wooden rail fence across a snow-covered field.
Quilt size: 19" x 17"
Technique: Picture Piecing
Level: Beginner
Cost:$ 90.00
Material fee per student: $40.00 paid to teacher
Date:
Fri, Jan 17, 2014 at 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at 
the Abbey Inn and Convention Center, St. George, Utah
Skill Level:Beginner
Instructor:Cynthia England