Do what you love and love what you do! Every Month
Do what you love and love what you do! I’ve heard it said on occasion that I’m a bit of a workaholic. Perhaps. But I just consider myself very passionate about my work. If you’re not going to do it with gusto, what’s the point? I also approach my hobbies the same way. Maybe not in actual time spent on the hobby, but my commitment to it. When I learned to crochet, I’m sure I could have just purchased one hook and a skein of yarn and taken a scarf class. Then, if I decided I really liked it and could devote the time, I would invest in a few more tools, and buy a little more yarn for a project or two. But nooooo, I had to buy a complete set of hooks, every size made, just so I’d have the option of working on any project I chose at a moment’s notice. I also stocked up on various yarns that I was sure I couldn’t live without. I bought numerous books and patterns so I could plan my next project. Now I don’t spend much time crocheting, but if I want to I have plenty of projects at the ready. As far as quilting, I made a slightly larger commitment. I’ve always loved fabric. Whether it’s for clothing, home décor, or quilting. Fabric is AMAZING. I love how the colors and patterns trigger various emotions (even the negative emotion of something unappealing). I love all the possibilities of projects yet to be started. I recently took a class and made a Bow Tucks Tote. I was able to put together fabrics that I knew would look great together and adjusted the pattern a bit to fit my personality (I don’t do bows) and now smile when I see the bag. I love the process of creating. And not just the sewing it together, but the planning process (you know how I like to plan). Which fabric would look best as the pockets? Which as the handles? The satisfaction when I put it all together and looks just like I imagined (or maybe even better). For quilts, sometimes I love doing it just a little different. If the pattern uses a light background, I like to mix it up with a dark background, just to experience the new feel of the quilt. Yet sometimes I like to do it just like the pattern because I want to get it done. That’s O.K., too. My brain needs different types of projects at different times. It’s learning to be aware of what our brain needs and satisfying that need. What do you love to do? Is it planning? The actual process of creating? The joy of finishing? Do you love the sewing, but not the cutting? Then use precuts or a precut kit and get to the part you enjoy. Do you struggle with selecting fabrics? Then utilize your local quilt shop and get assistance. Do you love working with a friend so you can share the joy of crafting? Then schedule time together and make it happen. Every Month Maybe you haven’t yet discovered what truly makes your brain happy. Do Batik Club (membership required) 1st Tues you like quilting but don’t quite have the passion that others seem to have? Feb 3/Mar 3, 5: 00p m -7:00pm Maybe you need to improve your skills. Take a class and learn a better Make A Difference (M.A.D.) Mondays way. Maybe you haven’t found exactly what you need to be doing. Maybe Every Monday 10: 30am -4:30pm it’s making clothing, maybe it’s making bags, maybe it’s more hand work. Modern Quilt Group 4th Tues Keep exploring...you’ll find what you love. Feb 24/Mar 24, 5: 00p m -8:00pm Do you wish someone would just do it so you could get straight to the Open Sew 1st & 4th Tues happy part? Then own a quilt shop, enjoy the process of planning, let Feb 3&24/Mar 3&24, 10: 30am -4:30pm everyone else create projects beyond compare, and enjoy seeing the The Applique Society 1st Thurs finished products. So far it’s working for me. Feb 5/Mar 5, 5: 00p m -8:00pm
Adina
Classes Finish It! with Patti Hadrava
Gimme Diamonds
Feb 12 (Th u r s d ay), 10: 30am -3:30pm $25
Instructor: Pattie Macy Feb 22 (Su n d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern
Bring your unfinished project from Patti’s classes to work on and get them done. Got a UFO that’s not from a Patti class? That’s O.K...she can still help you get it done.
Dancing Umbrellas Instructor: Patti Hadrava Feb 14 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern Learn fusible applique while making this beautiful quilt or a table runner. Use a template to make tracing easier, our use our GO! Cutter to cut out your shapes.
Mommy & Me Instructor: Annette Blandin Feb 19 (Th u r s d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern Fusible applique and charm squares make this a quick project.
Chopsticks Instructor: Annette Blandin Feb 21 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern Large and small triangles weave a festive Asian flair with this cross cross of another kind. Perfect for a sushi picnic, you’ll want to pickup Chopsticks and dive in. Pattern has four size options
A quick, simple project great for showing off fabrics. Think batiks, asians, novelty and designer fabrics. This quilt can be made from fat quarters or 10" squares.
Pocket Apron Instructor: Patti Hadrava Feb 28 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern Stylin’ four-pocket aprons for anyone wanting to organize their daily
T-shirt Quilt Instructor: Nancy Candelo Mar 1 & 15 (Su n d ay), 12: 30am -3:30pm $45 Now is the time to collect all those special T-shirts and incorporate them into a fun quilt. The size of the quilt is up to you.
Four Corners Apron Instructor: Patti Hadrava Mar 5 (Th u r s d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern This quick-to-make apron is perfect for the beginning sewist but clever enough to appeal to all sewists. Selecting the coordinating fabrics is SO easy because it looks good in everything!
Register for classes in the shop, by phone, or on the website. Payment must be made at time of registration. Cancellation Policies A minimum number of students is required to hold each class. You are encouraged to register early. In the event that a class does not have the minimum number of students, we will notify the students 5 days prior to the class. You may cancel your place in a class up to 7 days before the first class session to receive a refund, unless otherwise noted. If you cancel less than 7 days before the class you will receive a store credit only if we can fill your place.
Visit www.ClothCarousel.com for calendar updates.
Classes Awesome Blossom Table Runner Instructor: Karen Van Hoosear Mar 11 (Wed n es d ay), 6: 00p m -9:00pm $20 + book
Beginning Sewing Instructor: Jeanne Powell Mar 13, 25, Apr 1, 8 (Wed ), 6p m -9pm $80 + book
A great way to use your scraps or stash. Make it a holiday theme or match to your décor.
Tackle that new year’s resolution… LEARN TO SEW!!! You’ll be glad you did.
Karen will be doing several table runner classes from the book “On The Run Again”.
This four-session class teaches you the basics while making a pillowcase, pajama bottoms, and a tote bag.
Finish It! with Patti Hadrava Mar 12 (Th u r s d ay), 10: 30am -3:30pm $25 Bring your unfinished project from Patti’s classes to work on and get them done. Got a UFO that’s not from a Patti class? That’s O.K...she can still help you get it done.
Little Horse Barn in the Woods Instructor: Sue Rohrke Mar 13 & 20 (Fr i d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $70 Build a barn, board by board, with fabric. Put on the roof, do some thread painting and walla, you have a barn.
Nouveau Wedding Ring Instructor: Jeanne Powell Mar 14 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern You can now waltz through a traditionally pieced, time consuming pattern using a quick stepped modern, fusible technique of applique.
Additional benefit of taking a class at Cloth Carousel: 10% off class supplies AND 10% off your entire purchase the day of class. Taking a class somewhere else? 10% off supplies for ANY upcoming class or retreat— even if it isn’t a Cloth Carousel event… just bring your supply list with you when shopping.
Visit www.ClothCarousel.com for a complete list of classes.
Lucky Stars Instructor: Pattie Macy Mar 21 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern It's true ... you do make your own luck. Even beginners will have good luck with these simple stars. Fun Fat Quarter Quilt! Make a kids, lap, twin, queen or king quilt.
Black Diamonds Instructor: Patti Hadrava Mar 28 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + book Make a dramatic wall hanging or large quilt...looks great in batiks!
Abbey Bag Pin Cushion Instructor: Patti Hadrava Mar 29 (Su n d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern Pin cushion and a scrap bag all sewed up together in one of the cutest flowers ever. One is never enough.
Free Wi-Fi in the shop… just ask and we’ ll provide the login credentials.
New Fabrics & Inspiration Primitive Muslin 108” Wide Backs (Moda)
Cotton & Steel (RJR)
Available in flat cotton or 55” canvas
What the Batik Club got to see first. Have you joined the club? Six and twelve month memberships available… join anytime. Details in store or online.
Facebook.com/ClothCarousel
Adina
Classes Finish It! with Patti Hadrava
Gimme Diamonds
Feb 12 (Th u r s d ay), 10: 30am -3:30pm $25
Instructor: Pattie Macy Feb 22 (Su n d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern
Bring your unfinished project from Patti’s classes to work on and get them done. Got a UFO that’s not from a Patti class? That’s O.K...she can still help you get it done.
Dancing Umbrellas Instructor: Patti Hadrava Feb 14 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern Learn fusible applique while making this beautiful quilt or a table runner. Use a template to make tracing easier, our use our GO! Cutter to cut out your shapes.
Mommy & Me Instructor: Annette Blandin Feb 19 (Th u r s d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern Fusible applique and charm squares make this a quick project.
Chopsticks Instructor: Annette Blandin Feb 21 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern Large and small triangles weave a festive Asian flair with this cross cross of another kind. Perfect for a sushi picnic, you’ll want to pickup Chopsticks and dive in. Pattern has four size options
A quick, simple project great for showing off fabrics. Think batiks, asians, novelty and designer fabrics. This quilt can be made from fat quarters or 10" squares.
Pocket Apron Instructor: Patti Hadrava Feb 28 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern Stylin’ four-pocket aprons for anyone wanting to organize their daily
T-shirt Quilt Instructor: Nancy Candelo Mar 1 & 15 (Su n d ay), 12: 30am -3:30pm $45 Now is the time to collect all those special T-shirts and incorporate them into a fun quilt. The size of the quilt is up to you.
Four Corners Apron Instructor: Patti Hadrava Mar 5 (Th u r s d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern This quick-to-make apron is perfect for the beginning sewist but clever enough to appeal to all sewists. Selecting the coordinating fabrics is SO easy because it looks good in everything!
Register for classes in the shop, by phone, or on the website. Payment must be made at time of registration. Cancellation Policies A minimum number of students is required to hold each class. You are encouraged to register early. In the event that a class does not have the minimum number of students, we will notify the students 5 days prior to the class. You may cancel your place in a class up to 7 days before the first class session to receive a refund, unless otherwise noted. If you cancel less than 7 days before the class you will receive a store credit only if we can fill your place.
Visit www.ClothCarousel.com for calendar updates.
Classes Awesome Blossom Table Runner Instructor: Karen Van Hoosear Mar 11 (Wed n es d ay), 6: 00p m -9:00pm $20 + book
Beginning Sewing Instructor: Jeanne Powell Mar 13, 25, Apr 1, 8 (Wed ), 6p m -9pm $80 + book
A great way to use your scraps or stash. Make it a holiday theme or match to your décor.
Tackle that new year’s resolution… LEARN TO SEW!!! You’ll be glad you did.
Karen will be doing several table runner classes from the book “On The Run Again”.
This four-session class teaches you the basics while making a pillowcase, pajama bottoms, and a tote bag.
Finish It! with Patti Hadrava Mar 12 (Th u r s d ay), 10: 30am -3:30pm $25 Bring your unfinished project from Patti’s classes to work on and get them done. Got a UFO that’s not from a Patti class? That’s O.K...she can still help you get it done.
Little Horse Barn in the Woods Instructor: Sue Rohrke Mar 13 & 20 (Fr i d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $70 Build a barn, board by board, with fabric. Put on the roof, do some thread painting and walla, you have a barn.
Nouveau Wedding Ring Instructor: Jeanne Powell Mar 14 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern You can now waltz through a traditionally pieced, time consuming pattern using a quick stepped modern, fusible technique of applique.
Additional benefit of taking a class at Cloth Carousel: 10% off class supplies AND 10% off your entire purchase the day of class. Taking a class somewhere else? 10% off supplies for ANY upcoming class or retreat— even if it isn’t a Cloth Carousel event… just bring your supply list with you when shopping.
Visit www.ClothCarousel.com for a complete list of classes.
Lucky Stars Instructor: Pattie Macy Mar 21 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern It's true ... you do make your own luck. Even beginners will have good luck with these simple stars. Fun Fat Quarter Quilt! Make a kids, lap, twin, queen or king quilt.
Black Diamonds Instructor: Patti Hadrava Mar 28 (Sat u r d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + book Make a dramatic wall hanging or large quilt...looks great in batiks!
Abbey Bag Pin Cushion Instructor: Patti Hadrava Mar 29 (Su n d ay), 10: 30am -4:30pm $35 + pattern Pin cushion and a scrap bag all sewed up together in one of the cutest flowers ever. One is never enough.
Free Wi-Fi in the shop… just ask and we’ ll provide the login credentials.
New Fabrics & Inspiration Primitive Muslin 108” Wide Backs (Moda)
Cotton & Steel (RJR)
Available in flat cotton or 55” canvas
What the Batik Club got to see first. Have you joined the club? Six and twelve month memberships available… join anytime. Details in store or online.
Facebook.com/ClothCarousel
