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Mon 2 Start Quilting (10-3)

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9 2012 SAMPLER

Tue 3 My Next Quilt (10-3) $45

10 Friendship Exchange Choose Your Project (10-3) $35

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4 Wednesday Group Choose Your Project (103)

5 One Block Wonder (103) Choose Your Project (103)

6 Raw Edge Applique (10 -3) $35 Choose Your Project (103) $20

7 OPEN HOUSE

11 Scrap Basket Surprises / Sensations (10-3) Mondo Bag (10-3) $35

12 Thimbleberries (10-11) Choose Your Project (125) $20

13 Friday Group

14 Saturday Group

20 Raw Edge Applique (10 -3) Choose Your Project (103) $20

21 2012 Sampler Choose Your Project (114) $20

27 Friday Group

28 Braids on Parade (10-3) Choose Your Project (103) $20

Start Quilting (6-9) 15

16 Long Weekend Bag (10-3) $45

17 My Next Quilt (10-3)

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24 Friendship Exchange Choose Your Project (10-3

EASTER EGG SALE!!! Draw an egg and pick your discount!

Long Weekend Bag (6-9) 18 Wednesday Group Choose Your Project (103) $20

19 Cell Phone/Ipod/GPS Bag (10-3) $20 Long Weekend Bag (6-9)

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25 Mondo Bag (10-3)

26 Persian Posie Table Runner (10-3) $35

My Next Quilt (6-9) $55

30 Wool Club (10-3) $20

May 2012 Sun

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7 Long Weekend Bag (103)

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1 My Next Quilt (10-3)

2 Wednesday Group Choose Your Project (103) $20

3 Persian Posie Table Runner (10-3)

4 Cabin Fever (10-3) $55

5 Choose Your Project (10-3) $20

8 Start Quilting Sampler (10-3) $65

9 Hand Applique (10-3) $35

10 Thimbleberries (1011)

11 Friday Group

12 Saturday Group

18 Cabin Fever (10-3)

19 2012 Sampler Choose Your Project (114) $20

25 Friday Group

26 Braids on Parade (10-3) Choose Your Project (103) $20

My Next Quilt (6-9) My Next Quilt (6-9) $55 13

14 2012 SAMPLER

15 My Next Quilt (10-3) $45

16 Choose Your Project (10-3) $20

17 Choose Your Project (10-3) $20 My Next Quilt (6-9)

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21 Wool Club (10-3) $20

22 Start Quilting Sampler (10-3)

23 Hand Applique (10-3)

24 Feathered Star Medallion (10-3) $45

My Next Quilt (6-9)

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28 CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY

29 My Next Quilt (10-3)

30 Wednesday Group Choose Your Project (103) $20

31 Medallion Feathered Star (10-3) My Next Quilt (6-9)

Quilts Plus Open House Join us Saturday, April 7, 2012 for our Open House. We will be featuring our new class offerings for April, May and June. All class samples will be on display! Relax and enjoy refreshments while you shop. Set this day aside just for you, see our new class samples and sign up! .

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Fri 1 Cabin Fever (10-3)

2 Long Weekend Bag (103) $45

7 Star Bright (10-3) $45

8 Friday Group

9 Saturday Group

13 Wednesday Group Choose Your Project (103) $20

14 Thimbleberries (1011) Feathered Star Medallion (12-5) My Next Quilt (6-9)

15 Cabin Fever (10-3)

16 2012 Sampler

20 Past & Present (10-3)

21 Star Bright (10-3)

22 Friday Group

23 Long Weekend Bag (10 -3)

28 Star Bright (10-3)

29 Choose Your Project (10-3) $20

30 Long Weekend Bag (10 -3)

QUILTS PLUS SUMMER HOURS BEGIN JUNE 1, 2012 AND GO THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2012. Monday-Friday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm 3

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4 Friendship Exchange Choose Your Project (10-3) $35

11 2012 SAMPLER

5 My Next Quilt (10-3) Start Quilting Sampler (69) $65

12 Start Quilting Sampler (10-3)

6 Past & Present (10-3) $45 My Next Quilt (6-9)

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18 Wool Club (10-3) $20

19 Start Quilting Sampler (10-3)

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My Next Quilt (6-9) Start Quilting Sampler (6-9)

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25 Friendship Exchange Choose Your Project (10-3)

26 My Next Quilt (10-3) Start Quilting Sampler (6-9)

27 Wednesday Group Choose Your Project (103) $20

2012 SAMPLER Quilts Plus 2012 Sampler has two new color ways to choose from: featuring delft blue or batik. This 12 month program meets as follows: 2nd Monday of each month at 10:15, 1:30 or 3:30; or the 3rd Saturday of each month at 10:15. Sign up now, as class space is limited. Laura will be demonstrating options for construction at each session. If your scheduled times are not convenient, or you prefer not to come to a meeting at all, you may pick up your block any time after the 2nd Monday of each month – or we can set up a program to mail your blocks to you. Each Saturday following the meeting, there will be a Choose Your Project available where you will be able to assemble your block if you choose. CABIN FEVER 45‖ X 60‖ This small quilt from the book, ―Cabin Fever‖ by Whimsicals, consists of charming houses, trees and a giant cone flower. Log cabin blocks frame the center and make a wonderful pieced border. The trees and flower are appliquéd using wool. Instructions included for wool appliqué). This size would make a great wall quilt. Instructor: Joyce (4 sessions 10-3) DATES: Friday, May 11, 25, June 8, 22 Cost: $55.00

My Next Quilt (6-9)

CELL PHONE/IPHONE/GPS BAG You will be able to complete several of these fun bags that hold more than your cell phone! The extra pocket will allow you to tuck your credit card and drivers license and leave your big purse in the car while you grocery shop! You will be using the Quiltsmart fusible pattern and I‘ll be demonstrating a great way to make your straps! Instructor: Amber (1 session 10-3) DATE: Thursday, April 19 Cost: $20.00 CHOOSE YOUR PROJECT What is it? These sessions are for the quilter who wants expert help with a quilt or other related project. We provide expert instruction along the way to help you find the most effective way to complete the project you are currently working on. DATES: April 4, 5, 6, 18, 20, 28, May 2, 5, 16, 17, 26, 30, June 13, 27, 29 (10-3); April 12 (12-5); April 21, May 19 (11-4) Cost: $20 FEATHERED STAR MEDALLION QUILT (61” SQUARE) Learn Marsha McCluskey‘s techniques for making a feathered star quilt and working with pieced borders. This fun quilt, originally designed by Christiane Meunier, teaches you the importance of accurate 1/4‖ piecing. Instructor: Amber (3 sessions 10-3) DATES: Thursday, May 24, 31, June 14 (12-5) Cost: $45

EASTER EGG SALE—SATURDAY, APRIL 7 Draw an egg from our basket and get your discount!

QUILTS PLUS BIRTHDAY CLUB!!!

Come celebrate

your birthday with Quilts Plus. Bring your driver’s license with you and the day before—the day of—and the day after your birthday you will receive a 20% discount on fabric, kits, books and notions!

FRIENDSHIP TRIANGLE EXCHANGE CHOOSE YOUR PROJECT What is it? Bring your Friendship Triangles and work on the related project of your choice! Instructor: Laura (2 sessions 10-3) DATES: Tuesday, April 10, 24 Instructor: Mary (2 sessions 10-3) DATES: Monday, June 4, 18 Cost: $35.00 HAND APPLIQUE Block size: 16‖ x 19‖ Try this special preparation for turning under seam allowances before stitching. You will be able to achieve smooth curves and sharp points. We will construct a wall hanging called ―Frolic‖ from Quilt Poetry. Instruction for stems, circles, making an overlay, etc. will allow you to make any or all of the blocks for this quilt. Use some ―fun‖ fabrics or any style that you prefer. Instructor: Karen (2 sessions 10-3) DATES: Wednesday, May 9, 23 Cost: $35.00 LONG WEEKEND BAG 11” x 12” x 21” This bag is a ―must have‖ for any traveler. The finished size makes it the perfect companion for any luggage ensemble. There are five pockets on the outside and two on the inside, including one that zips. The handles are padded and pattern includes an optional shoulder strap. Instructor: Mary (3 sessions 10-3) DATES: Monday, April 16, 23, May 7 DATES: Saturday, June 2, 23, 30 Cost: $45 MONDO BAG This Quiltsmart bag is by M.P. ‗Mattie‘ Rhoades. Mondo: Adjective – large, big: ―This bag is so mondo, I can pack for a whole weekend!‖ Adverb – very, extremely: ―This bag is mondo cool, and mondo easy to make!‖ Mondo unique assembly! Make yourself a Mondo travel bag, or a Mondo diaper bag! Mondo smart! Mondo fun! Instructor: Amber (2 sessions 10-3) DATES: Wednesday, April 11, April 25 Cost: $35 My Next Quilt This class is perfect for you! You pick the quilt you would like to make and we‘ll supply the expert instruction! Come in for an enjoyable instructional time. Complete the quilt of your choice! Instructor: Marsha (5 sessions 6-9) DATES: Wednesday Session – April 25, May 9, 23, June 6, 20 Thursday Session – May 10, 17, 31, 14, 28 Cost: $55.00 Instructor: Laura (3 sessions 10-3) DATES: Session 1 -Tuesday, April 3, 17, May 1 Session 2 – Tuesday, May 15, 29, June 5 Cost: $45.00

PAST & PRESENT 61-1/2‖ X 73-1/2‖ This quilt is from the book, ―Scrap-basket Surprises‖, by Kim Bracket. Another wonderful quilt from one of our favorite 2-1/2‖ strip books. Karen used strips from Stonehenge to give this quilt a very dramatic look. Instructor: Karen (3 sessions 10-3) DATES: Wednesday, June 6, 20, July 11 Cost: $45.00 PERSIAN POSIE TABLE RUNNER 21-1/2‖ x 46‖ Using the Stacked Posie Supreme pattern, create this lovely table runner. Four repeats of a floral fabric give you a wonderful look. Ad a Persian scallop border for a unique project. Instructor: Karen (2 sessions 10-3) DATES: Thursday, April 26, May 3 Cost: $35.00 Raw Edge Applique You will learn the basics of ―raw edge‖ appliqué. This is the foundation for Edyta Sitar‘s lovely floral wall hangings. Pick any of the patterns we have in stock. Kits are available. Instructor: Karen (2 sessions 10-3) DATE: Friday, April 6, 20 Cost: $35.00 Star Bright This quilt, designed by Daniela Stout for Cozy Quilt Designs, has many size options…lap, throw, queen and king, requiring from 11 to 99 2-1/2‖ strips and additional background, border and binding fabric. Instructor: Johanna (3 sessions 10-3) DATES: Thursday, June 7, 21, 28 Cost: $45.00 START QUILTING SAMPLER For the beginning quilter or the beginner wanting to learn to make more blocks – this is the ideal quilt for you. Learn to make a variety of blocks in this beautiful sampler quilt from Alex Anderson‘s book, ―Start Quilting‖. Instructor: Laura (5 sessions 10-3) DATES: Tuesday, May 8, 22, June 12, 19, July 10 Instructor: Marsha (6 sessions 6-9) DATES: Tuesday, June 5, 12, 19, 26, 3, 10 Cost: $65.00 WOOL CLUB Love working with wool? Need help with special stitching? This is the group for you. We have lots of wonderful patterns for penny rugs, small and large wall hangings, pin cushions, etc., plus a great selection of wool fabric. The coffee will be on, so come and join us for this fun day. Instructor: Laura (10-3) DATES: Monday, April 30, May 21, June 18 Cost: $20 / month

―Over the Rainbow‖ is the newest introduction by Edyta Sitar of Laundry Basket Quilts for Moda. It has been receiving rave reviews! This quilt is done using Edyta‘s Silhouettes. These are custom laser cut shapes with pre-applied, Steam a Seam 2 fusible web, ready to arrange, fuse and/or appliqué. There are 9 background blocks and these are 16‖ each. The pieced border is done using a charm pack of Edyta‘s Over the Rainbow fabrics. There are MANY options for this quilt, and we hope you will be able to find one that is suitable for you! OPTION #1 – PURCHASE OF THE WHOLE QUILT UP FRONT. If you want to purchase the whole kit for the top and binding of this quilt, the cost will be $447.00. Purchasing the quilt in this manner will result in significant savings. A $50.00 deposit is required. The balance due upon receipt will be $350.00, saving you $47.00. OPTION #2 – BLOCK OF THE MONTH. If you enjoy block of the month quilts, this is the one for you. There will be some up-front costs, then the balance will be spread out over 10 months. Up-front costs include: $25.00 for the pattern, $12.00 for the charm pack and 5 yards of background fabric. The monthly cost will be $35.00/month for 10 months. OPTION #3 – A SINGLE SILHOUETTE Perhaps you just want to make a pillow or two…or a wall hanging. You can purchase the pattern for $25.00, then purchase the silhouettes individually for $25.00 each. You will need a fat quarter of fabric for each silhouette. A bed runner using 3 or 4 silhouettes would be stunning! If you want to add a border silhouette to your creation, they cost $35.00 each. (note: the quilt uses 4 border silhouettes)

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