Stitchers Crossing
Stitchers Crossing Dear Friends, It is with mixed emotions that I am announcing that Stitchers Crossing is for sale. After 15 years of giving it my all, I am looking forward to a new chapter in my life. Stitchers Crossing has been here for you for over 34 years...inspiring you with new ideas, the latest in fabric and yarn, books and patterns, and a place to gather with friends. It’s time to “pass the torch” onto someone new. If that someone might be you or if you know someone who would be interested in carrying on the traditions, please give me a call. Thank you,
“CELEBRATE THE HEART OF QUILTING” February 1st - 28th South Central Wisconsin’s 17th Annual Road Trip This year’s Road Trip has moved from July to February and will be a month of red and white quilting and sewing projects, heart healthy recipes and silent auctions. Each shop has designed a pattern for a quilt journal and you will receive each of those patterns free at each shop. We will have kits available for our journal cover. Heart healthy recipes will be available at each shop along with a drawing for a basket of goodies with a value of $75.00. A silent auction will be held at each shop with the proceeds being donated to the American Heart Association.
MODA PIECE & COMFORT CHALLENGE This challenge is to recognize and honor the sacrifices that are made by our country’s military families. Challenge begins January 1, 2015 through March 31, 2015. Stop in to pick up an entry form and purchase fabric that must be used in your quilt. Proceeds from this challenge will benefit USACares.org whose mission is to assist military families in time of need.
“SOUPER” BOWL SUNDAY SALE Sunday, February 1st 12:00 - 4:00PM We are collecting soup and other non-perishable food for the food pantry. Please bring your cans to the store and enjoy an afternoon of special sales!!
You have a whole month to travel to each shop to discover new ideas, a chance at the silent auctions, free pattern and heart healthy recipes. Pick up your passport wherever you start! The participating shops are: • • • • • • • • • • •
Attic Quilts Country Sampler Homespun Fabrics JJ Stitches Mill House Quilts Patches And Petals Quintessential Quilts Quintessential Quilts Stitchers Crossing Uniquely Yours Village Creek
Beloit Spring Green Endeavor Sun Prairie Waunakee Belleville Reedsburg Madison Madison Orangeville, IL Lodi
For more information, visit www.wishophop.com
Lot’s of great items on sale:
All knitting and quilt patterns...20% Off All precut fat quarters, 1/4 yd rolls, 2½” strip paks & charm squares...
20% Off
WINTER WEATHER NOTES… If schools are closed due to inclement weather, we may be closed as well. Please call ahead before you venture out!
“where traditional meets contemporary”
JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2015 BEGINNING KNITTING
CLASSES AND CLUBS We offer a 10% discount on all your class supplies and are happy to help in the selection of fabric or yarn and other supplies needed for class. On the day of your class or club meeting, you will receive 10% discount on all regular priced items. We look forward to helping you!
If you have never knitted before or need a refresher course, this is the class for you. You will learn the basics: how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. Your project will be a beautiful basket weave scarf! Pattern included. 3 sessions Thu. Jan 15, 22 & 29 Terry Rutlin
6:00 - 8:00 $45.00
COZY LINED MITTENS BEGINNING CROCHET Interested in crocheting? Whether you are a knitter, a prior crocheter, or have never picked up yarn before, this beginner’s class will teach you the basics! Learn basic crochet stitches (chain, single crochet, double crochet and slip stitch), plus how to read a pattern and change colors. In class we will start a pattern for a hand towel or a dishcloth for you to take home. Pattern included. 1 session Sun. Jan 25 Liz Zona
Ne
w You will ooh and ahh when you slip your hands into these cozy lined mittens. Knit the outer mitten in worsted weight yarn and pick up stitches at the cuff and knit the liner out of a super soft alpaca for a warm treat for your hands. Terry will teach the provisional cast-on for the pick up. Experience with double point needles helpful. Pattern required. 2 sessions Wed. Feb 11 & 25 Terry Rutlin
6:00 - 8:00 $35.00
12:30 - 3:30 $30.00
LACY BOOT CUFFS
BEGINNING CROCHET 2 Spring into March with delicate, beautiful, fingerless gloves to keep your wrists warm! This class is perfect for the beginner who has already tried a little crochet or someone who is looking for their next “weekend” project. Join Liz for three hours of crochet fun where you will learn to single crochet, seam a project and crochet in the round. Pattern included. 1 session Sun. Feb 8 Liz Zona
N
ew If knitting socks isn’t your cup of tea, knitting these boot cuffs may be! Get the great look and warmth of hand knit socks without having to turn a heel or kitchener a toe! Knit them in worsted weight yarn for a super fast knit. Experience with knitting in the round helpful. Pattern included. 1 session Tue. Feb 24 Terry Rutlin
5:30 - 8:30
12:30 - 3:30 $30.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
$30.00
JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2015 DECO SHIMMER
BLOCK PARTY ETERNITY SCARF
With 8 fat quarters and Quick Curve Ruler, you can master curved piecing quickly and easily. This 53” x 53” quilt makes a great wall hanging or table topper. Or, add more fat quarters and background fabric to make a lap quilt. This quilt is great for beginners and advanced quilters alike. Put aside your fears of curved piecing and join us. You will be amazed at what you can do. Pattern and ruler required.
Keep out the last of the winter chill with a new eternity scarf. The Block Party Eternity Scarf will introduce you to mosaic knitting as well as the provisional cast on and kitchener stitch to join the ends. Pattern required. 2 sessions Wed. Mar 11 & 18 Terry Rutlin
1 session Sat. Mar 14 Anne Smith
6:00 - 8:00
9:30 - 4:00 $45.00
$35.00
BASIC QUILTMAKING Make a “three-rail” quilt with border from beginning to end. You will learn the basics of rotary cutting, speed piecing, and machine quilting. You must know how to sew and use your sewing machine. Book required. 4 sessions Sun. Feb 15, 22, Mar 1 & 15 Kay Staskal
12:30 - 3:30 $65.00
FREEMOTION FUN If you are tired of stippling and want to add more fun to your freemotion quilting, this class is for you. We will explore a variety of backgrounds, fillers, borders and even fun feathers. There will be plenty of tips on how to make freemotion quilting more fun and less stressful. 1 session Sun. Jan 11 Anne Smith
MAKE PILLOWS LIKE A PRO
12:30 - 3:30 $30.00
Your studio away from home… If you need a place to get away to work on a sewing, quilting or knitting project, you and your friends are welcome to use our classroom when a class or group is not scheduled. Give us a call to schedule your time to create or work on those unfinished projects at 608.232.1500.
Nancy has her own business creating custom made home décor. In this start to finish class, Nancy will give you professional tips on measuring, pillow forms, cutting, mitering corners, cording and finishing. This is a great opportunity to learn how.to finish your crazy quilt, bead work, embroidery or a favorite pieced block into a pillow. Booklet required. 1 session Sat. Jan 31 Nancy Horns
9:30 - 12:30
“where traditional meets contemporary”
$30.00
JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2015 CANDY COATED QUILT
FANCY FOX
If you’re overwhelmed with your fabric scraps and they are begging for attention...help is on its way! Marilyn and Kristie will help you plan new ways to use your scraps (see below) . You will pick three colorways of strip scraps (trading will be encouraged) to make Candy Coated quilt from the Sunday Morning Quilts book. Sew new life into your scraps! Book required.
Too cute to resist! Fancy Fox is great for kids, animal lovers or anyone. This is a fun, modern pattern that is precut friendly. You can use fat quarters, fat eighths, 2 1/2 inch strips or even scraps. The pattern includes crib, lap and twin sizes or just try one block for a cute pillow. Cheryl will guide you through piecing Fancy Fox. Pattern required.
1 session Sat. Jan 24 10:00 - 2:00 Marilyn Boyle & Kristie Christy
$35.00
1 session Sun. Jan 18 Cheryl Schenck
New
12:30 - 3:30 $30.00
QUILT TALK What’s your mantra? This fun, fast jelly roll quilt gives you room to express yourself using a paperNew pieced alphabet. Even if you’re new to paper piecing, you CAN make this 50” x 72” throwsize quilt. And you’ll find a reason to put words on everything once you’ve tried it! 1 session Sat. Mar 7 Trish Frankland
10:00 - 3:30
FRACTURED This “nine patch” is a really great “stash buster”! Combine dots, stripes, bold prints and, as usual, high contrast does the trick. Come with your fat quarters and trade if you like to add variety. Make your own original “fractured” creation! Book required. 1 session Sat. Feb 21 10:00 - 2:00 Kristie Christy & Marilyn Boyle
$35.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
$45.00
JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2015 BASIC WOOL APPLIQUE
SKILL LEVEL KEY
Learn the basics of wool applique while making this folk art flower pin cushion or pillow (see below). Techniques covered will be transferring your design, stitches used for applying the applique to the background and finishing techniques. Pattern included. 1 session Thu. Feb 26 Judy Hasheider
5:30 - 8:30 $30.00
Beginner: Easy projects. Little or no knowledge of quilting or knitting. You must know how to use your sewing machine if one is needed for class. Advanced Beginner: Quilters must know basics of quilting and use of rotary cutter. We recommend Basic Quiltmaking class before taking advanced beginner level. Knitters must know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Intermediate: Fully comfortable with rotary cutting, basic quiltmaking techniques and piecing using 1/2 and 1/4 triangles. Knitters must be comfortable with more advanced concepts, e.g., gauge changing and stitch patterns.
IMPORTANT CLASS INFORMATION
SMOOTHING IRON What a great escape from winter! This quilt, sometimes known as Road To Florida, is easy to construct. Its equilateral triangles create a gridwork for the stars that appear across the surface design. Judy will teach you how to draft your own personal sized block. Our class models will show you the possibilities. Pattern included. 1 session Fri. Feb 27 Judy Hasheider
12:30 - 3:30 $30.00
•Pre-registration is a must! Stop in, send check or call with Visa, MasterCard or Discover card number. •For most classes, there is a supply list and/or special instructions. Please pick one up when registering for a class or send self-addressed stamped envelope when registering by mail. •We offer a 10% discount on all your class supplies and are happy to help in the selection of fabric and supplies needed for classes. •Stitchers Crossing respects copyright laws. If a pattern or book is required for your class, you must have your own copy. •Know how to operate your sewing machine for classes that involve one and be sure it is in good working order before you come to class. •It’s best to have your own equipment (rulers, rotary cutter, etc…) in order to accomplish what is necessary to feel success. •Our quilting workshops are for piecing the top only. •Cancellations must be made at least one week prior to class in order to receive a refund. If we have to cancel a class, you will receive a full refund or credit can be applied to another class or merchandise.
KNITTING & CROCHET RETREAT Enjoy knitting or crocheting with friends and receive a 10% discount on all your purchases during retreat mornings. Saturday, January 10th, 9:30AM - 12:30PM and Saturday, February 14th, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
“where traditional meets contemporary”
JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2015 BUILDING IN COLOR: BLOCK OF THE MONTH PART II Terry’s Building In Color Part II is a continuation of knitting with more than one color...one panel at a time. Each of the ten panels will focus on new skills and ways of using multiple colors. At the end of Part II, you will have enough panels to complete your own colorful blanket. Terry will teach two blocks each month. The last session will cover sewing your panels together. Thursday February 5th, March 5th & May 7th 6:00 - 8:00PM
THE HANDMAIDENS (formerly Folk Art) with Judy Hasheider This group will focus on handwork and will meet six times throughout the year. The project for the new year will highlight crazy quilt embroidery. The background of our embroidery will be pieced Grandmothers Fans or crazy quilt patchwork done in cotton or wool. The first meeting will give instruction on creating the basis for our embroidery. Each consecutive class will feature different embroidery stitches. In an effort to have more interaction within the group, participants will also be assigned two stitches to learn and then demonstrate these to the class (optional if you are not comfortable doing this). The first two classes will be held at Stitchers Crossing...remaining meetings to be determined. Cost will be $20.00 for the first two meetings.
The fee for the three sessions is $45.00. The book Building In Color is required.
Wednesday February 18th & April 15th 1:00 - 4:00PM or 6:00 - 9:00PM
JUDY’S TALL GRASS QUILTERS Quilt Sitters Circle was initially based on the techniques and patterns of Mary Ellen Hopkins. Over the years it has evolved and is now based on the designs of Judy Hasheider. Judy’s Tall Grass Quilters will no longer have any requirements for membership. Each meeting will feature a pattern created by Judy, a showing of new products in the shop and lots of inspiration from a show and tell of members. January’s pattern is I Think I Can, I Think I Can. We meet the second Tuesday of the odd months (Jan, Mar, May) at 1:30PM or 7:00PM at Stitchers Crossing. The fee is $30.00. Tuesday, January 13th 1:30PM or 7:00PM Guest fee is $12.00. Watch for information on the second half of the year for Tall Grass Quilters.
SIMPLE WHATNOTS CLUB designed by Kim Diehl For all you Kim Diehl fans, Kay Staskal will continue with Kim’s new exclusive “Simple Whatnots Club”. Kim will cover a different design each month beginning with Village Square. She will show you how to piece the blocks and will share tips on working with small pieces. You will receive six designs during the club meetings along with treats and a bonus project...Window Box. Unable to make it to the meetings...we are happy to ship the fabric and patterns to you! Thursday, February 19th, March 19th & April 16th 5:30 - 8:30PM Club fee $45.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
Stitchers Crossing Events
January Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
2015
Thursday
Friday
1
Saturday
2
3
Store Closed New Years Day
4
5
6
7
8
9
Modern Quilt Guild 6:30 - 8:00PM
11
12
Free Motion Fun 12:30 - 3:30PM
13 Tall Grass Quilters 1:30PM or 7:00PM
18
19
14 Mad City Modern Quilt Group 10:00AM 12:00PM
20
15
16
Beginning Knitting 6:00 - 8:00PM
21
Fancy Fox 12:30 - 3:30PM
25
26
27
22
28
23
29
30
Beginning Knitting 6:00 - 8:00PM
31 Make Pillows Like A Pro 9:30AM - 12:30PM
2015 Monday
1
24 Candy Coated Quilt 10:00AM - 2:00PM
February Sunday
17 Stitch Witches 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Beginning Knitting 6:00 - 8:00PM
Beginning Crochet 12:30 - 3:00PM
10 Knitting & Crochet Retreat 9:30AM - 12:30PM
Tuesday
Wednesday
2
3
Thursday
Friday
4
"Souper Bowl" Sunday Sale 12:00 - 4:00PM
5
Saturday
6
7
Building In Color 6:00 - 8:00PM
8
9
10
Beginning Crochet 2 12:30 - 3:30PM
11 Cozy Lined Mittens 6:00 - 8:00PM
15
16
17
Basic Quiltmaking 12:30 - 3:30PM
22 Basic Quiltmaking 12:30 - 3:30PM
18 The Handmaidens 1:00 - 4:00PM or 6:00 - 9:00PM
23
24 Lacy Boot Cuffs 6:00 - 8:00PM
12
19
20
21 Fractured 10:00AM - 2:00PM
26 Basic Wool Applique 5:30 - 8:30PM
14 Knitting & Crochet Retreat 9:30AM - 12:30PM
Simple Whatnots II 5:30 - 8:30PM
25 Cozy Lined Mittens 6:00 - 8:00PM
13
Modern Quilt Guild 6:30 - 8:00PM
27 Smoothing Iron 12:30 - 3:30PM
28 Mad Modern Quilt Guild Sew Day 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Stitchers Crossing, Ltd Quilting & Knitting 6122 Mineral Point Road Madison, WI 53705
PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID MADISON, WI PERMIT 1391
608.232.1500 tel [email protected]
JANUARY—FEBRUARY, 2015
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Store Hours: M-F: 9:30-6:00 Thu until 8:30 Sat: 9:30-5:00 Sun: 12:00-4:00
KNIT ONE CROCHET TOO TRUNK SHOW February 10th - February 22nd
End of the Bolt Sale buy what’s left on any bolt of fabric and it’s…
25% Off
...and other items we don’t want to count at the end of the year...
Up to 50% Off Sale runs from Dec 20th-30th
We are thrilled to have three beautifully knitted accessories from Knit One Crochet Too on display at our shop in February. On display will be Bandana (shown here), Wedding Cake Cowl and Zoe Hat...all knit with Covet yarn. Covet yarn knits into a luxurious fabric with a soft hand...you will love to touch and feel these fabulous accessories. New colors of Covet will be available along with patterns for each model, during the show.
“CELEBRATE THE HEART OF QUILTING” February 1st - 28th South Central Wisconsin’s 17th Annual Road Trip This year’s Road Trip has moved from July to February and will be a month of red and white quilting and sewing projects, heart healthy recipes and silent auctions. Each shop has designed a pattern for a quilt journal and you will receive each of those patterns free at each shop. We will have kits available for our journal cover. Heart healthy recipes will be available at each shop along with a drawing for a basket of goodies with a value of $75.00. A silent auction will be held at each shop with the proceeds being donated to the American Heart Association.
MODA PIECE & COMFORT CHALLENGE This challenge is to recognize and honor the sacrifices that are made by our country’s military families. Challenge begins January 1, 2015 through March 31, 2015. Stop in to pick up an entry form and purchase fabric that must be used in your quilt. Proceeds from this challenge will benefit USACares.org whose mission is to assist military families in time of need.
“SOUPER” BOWL SUNDAY SALE Sunday, February 1st 12:00 - 4:00PM We are collecting soup and other non-perishable food for the food pantry. Please bring your cans to the store and enjoy an afternoon of special sales!!
You have a whole month to travel to each shop to discover new ideas, a chance at the silent auctions, free pattern and heart healthy recipes. Pick up your passport wherever you start! The participating shops are: • • • • • • • • • • •
Attic Quilts Country Sampler Homespun Fabrics JJ Stitches Mill House Quilts Patches And Petals Quintessential Quilts Quintessential Quilts Stitchers Crossing Uniquely Yours Village Creek
Beloit Spring Green Endeavor Sun Prairie Waunakee Belleville Reedsburg Madison Madison Orangeville, IL Lodi
For more information, visit www.wishophop.com
Lot’s of great items on sale:
All knitting and quilt patterns...20% Off All precut fat quarters, 1/4 yd rolls, 2½” strip paks & charm squares...
20% Off
WINTER WEATHER NOTES… If schools are closed due to inclement weather, we may be closed as well. Please call ahead before you venture out!
“where traditional meets contemporary”
JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2015 BEGINNING KNITTING
CLASSES AND CLUBS We offer a 10% discount on all your class supplies and are happy to help in the selection of fabric or yarn and other supplies needed for class. On the day of your class or club meeting, you will receive 10% discount on all regular priced items. We look forward to helping you!
If you have never knitted before or need a refresher course, this is the class for you. You will learn the basics: how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. Your project will be a beautiful basket weave scarf! Pattern included. 3 sessions Thu. Jan 15, 22 & 29 Terry Rutlin
6:00 - 8:00 $45.00
COZY LINED MITTENS BEGINNING CROCHET Interested in crocheting? Whether you are a knitter, a prior crocheter, or have never picked up yarn before, this beginner’s class will teach you the basics! Learn basic crochet stitches (chain, single crochet, double crochet and slip stitch), plus how to read a pattern and change colors. In class we will start a pattern for a hand towel or a dishcloth for you to take home. Pattern included. 1 session Sun. Jan 25 Liz Zona
Ne
w You will ooh and ahh when you slip your hands into these cozy lined mittens. Knit the outer mitten in worsted weight yarn and pick up stitches at the cuff and knit the liner out of a super soft alpaca for a warm treat for your hands. Terry will teach the provisional cast-on for the pick up. Experience with double point needles helpful. Pattern required. 2 sessions Wed. Feb 11 & 25 Terry Rutlin
6:00 - 8:00 $35.00
12:30 - 3:30 $30.00
LACY BOOT CUFFS
BEGINNING CROCHET 2 Spring into March with delicate, beautiful, fingerless gloves to keep your wrists warm! This class is perfect for the beginner who has already tried a little crochet or someone who is looking for their next “weekend” project. Join Liz for three hours of crochet fun where you will learn to single crochet, seam a project and crochet in the round. Pattern included. 1 session Sun. Feb 8 Liz Zona
N
ew If knitting socks isn’t your cup of tea, knitting these boot cuffs may be! Get the great look and warmth of hand knit socks without having to turn a heel or kitchener a toe! Knit them in worsted weight yarn for a super fast knit. Experience with knitting in the round helpful. Pattern included. 1 session Tue. Feb 24 Terry Rutlin
5:30 - 8:30
12:30 - 3:30 $30.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
$30.00
JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2015 DECO SHIMMER
BLOCK PARTY ETERNITY SCARF
With 8 fat quarters and Quick Curve Ruler, you can master curved piecing quickly and easily. This 53” x 53” quilt makes a great wall hanging or table topper. Or, add more fat quarters and background fabric to make a lap quilt. This quilt is great for beginners and advanced quilters alike. Put aside your fears of curved piecing and join us. You will be amazed at what you can do. Pattern and ruler required.
Keep out the last of the winter chill with a new eternity scarf. The Block Party Eternity Scarf will introduce you to mosaic knitting as well as the provisional cast on and kitchener stitch to join the ends. Pattern required. 2 sessions Wed. Mar 11 & 18 Terry Rutlin
1 session Sat. Mar 14 Anne Smith
6:00 - 8:00
9:30 - 4:00 $45.00
$35.00
BASIC QUILTMAKING Make a “three-rail” quilt with border from beginning to end. You will learn the basics of rotary cutting, speed piecing, and machine quilting. You must know how to sew and use your sewing machine. Book required. 4 sessions Sun. Feb 15, 22, Mar 1 & 15 Kay Staskal
12:30 - 3:30 $65.00
FREEMOTION FUN If you are tired of stippling and want to add more fun to your freemotion quilting, this class is for you. We will explore a variety of backgrounds, fillers, borders and even fun feathers. There will be plenty of tips on how to make freemotion quilting more fun and less stressful. 1 session Sun. Jan 11 Anne Smith
MAKE PILLOWS LIKE A PRO
12:30 - 3:30 $30.00
Your studio away from home… If you need a place to get away to work on a sewing, quilting or knitting project, you and your friends are welcome to use our classroom when a class or group is not scheduled. Give us a call to schedule your time to create or work on those unfinished projects at 608.232.1500.
Nancy has her own business creating custom made home décor. In this start to finish class, Nancy will give you professional tips on measuring, pillow forms, cutting, mitering corners, cording and finishing. This is a great opportunity to learn how.to finish your crazy quilt, bead work, embroidery or a favorite pieced block into a pillow. Booklet required. 1 session Sat. Jan 31 Nancy Horns
9:30 - 12:30
“where traditional meets contemporary”
$30.00
JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2015 CANDY COATED QUILT
FANCY FOX
If you’re overwhelmed with your fabric scraps and they are begging for attention...help is on its way! Marilyn and Kristie will help you plan new ways to use your scraps (see below) . You will pick three colorways of strip scraps (trading will be encouraged) to make Candy Coated quilt from the Sunday Morning Quilts book. Sew new life into your scraps! Book required.
Too cute to resist! Fancy Fox is great for kids, animal lovers or anyone. This is a fun, modern pattern that is precut friendly. You can use fat quarters, fat eighths, 2 1/2 inch strips or even scraps. The pattern includes crib, lap and twin sizes or just try one block for a cute pillow. Cheryl will guide you through piecing Fancy Fox. Pattern required.
1 session Sat. Jan 24 10:00 - 2:00 Marilyn Boyle & Kristie Christy
$35.00
1 session Sun. Jan 18 Cheryl Schenck
New
12:30 - 3:30 $30.00
QUILT TALK What’s your mantra? This fun, fast jelly roll quilt gives you room to express yourself using a paperNew pieced alphabet. Even if you’re new to paper piecing, you CAN make this 50” x 72” throwsize quilt. And you’ll find a reason to put words on everything once you’ve tried it! 1 session Sat. Mar 7 Trish Frankland
10:00 - 3:30
FRACTURED This “nine patch” is a really great “stash buster”! Combine dots, stripes, bold prints and, as usual, high contrast does the trick. Come with your fat quarters and trade if you like to add variety. Make your own original “fractured” creation! Book required. 1 session Sat. Feb 21 10:00 - 2:00 Kristie Christy & Marilyn Boyle
$35.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
$45.00
JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2015 BASIC WOOL APPLIQUE
SKILL LEVEL KEY
Learn the basics of wool applique while making this folk art flower pin cushion or pillow (see below). Techniques covered will be transferring your design, stitches used for applying the applique to the background and finishing techniques. Pattern included. 1 session Thu. Feb 26 Judy Hasheider
5:30 - 8:30 $30.00
Beginner: Easy projects. Little or no knowledge of quilting or knitting. You must know how to use your sewing machine if one is needed for class. Advanced Beginner: Quilters must know basics of quilting and use of rotary cutter. We recommend Basic Quiltmaking class before taking advanced beginner level. Knitters must know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Intermediate: Fully comfortable with rotary cutting, basic quiltmaking techniques and piecing using 1/2 and 1/4 triangles. Knitters must be comfortable with more advanced concepts, e.g., gauge changing and stitch patterns.
IMPORTANT CLASS INFORMATION
SMOOTHING IRON What a great escape from winter! This quilt, sometimes known as Road To Florida, is easy to construct. Its equilateral triangles create a gridwork for the stars that appear across the surface design. Judy will teach you how to draft your own personal sized block. Our class models will show you the possibilities. Pattern included. 1 session Fri. Feb 27 Judy Hasheider
12:30 - 3:30 $30.00
•Pre-registration is a must! Stop in, send check or call with Visa, MasterCard or Discover card number. •For most classes, there is a supply list and/or special instructions. Please pick one up when registering for a class or send self-addressed stamped envelope when registering by mail. •We offer a 10% discount on all your class supplies and are happy to help in the selection of fabric and supplies needed for classes. •Stitchers Crossing respects copyright laws. If a pattern or book is required for your class, you must have your own copy. •Know how to operate your sewing machine for classes that involve one and be sure it is in good working order before you come to class. •It’s best to have your own equipment (rulers, rotary cutter, etc…) in order to accomplish what is necessary to feel success. •Our quilting workshops are for piecing the top only. •Cancellations must be made at least one week prior to class in order to receive a refund. If we have to cancel a class, you will receive a full refund or credit can be applied to another class or merchandise.
KNITTING & CROCHET RETREAT Enjoy knitting or crocheting with friends and receive a 10% discount on all your purchases during retreat mornings. Saturday, January 10th, 9:30AM - 12:30PM and Saturday, February 14th, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
“where traditional meets contemporary”
JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 2015 BUILDING IN COLOR: BLOCK OF THE MONTH PART II Terry’s Building In Color Part II is a continuation of knitting with more than one color...one panel at a time. Each of the ten panels will focus on new skills and ways of using multiple colors. At the end of Part II, you will have enough panels to complete your own colorful blanket. Terry will teach two blocks each month. The last session will cover sewing your panels together. Thursday February 5th, March 5th & May 7th 6:00 - 8:00PM
THE HANDMAIDENS (formerly Folk Art) with Judy Hasheider This group will focus on handwork and will meet six times throughout the year. The project for the new year will highlight crazy quilt embroidery. The background of our embroidery will be pieced Grandmothers Fans or crazy quilt patchwork done in cotton or wool. The first meeting will give instruction on creating the basis for our embroidery. Each consecutive class will feature different embroidery stitches. In an effort to have more interaction within the group, participants will also be assigned two stitches to learn and then demonstrate these to the class (optional if you are not comfortable doing this). The first two classes will be held at Stitchers Crossing...remaining meetings to be determined. Cost will be $20.00 for the first two meetings.
The fee for the three sessions is $45.00. The book Building In Color is required.
Wednesday February 18th & April 15th 1:00 - 4:00PM or 6:00 - 9:00PM
JUDY’S TALL GRASS QUILTERS Quilt Sitters Circle was initially based on the techniques and patterns of Mary Ellen Hopkins. Over the years it has evolved and is now based on the designs of Judy Hasheider. Judy’s Tall Grass Quilters will no longer have any requirements for membership. Each meeting will feature a pattern created by Judy, a showing of new products in the shop and lots of inspiration from a show and tell of members. January’s pattern is I Think I Can, I Think I Can. We meet the second Tuesday of the odd months (Jan, Mar, May) at 1:30PM or 7:00PM at Stitchers Crossing. The fee is $30.00. Tuesday, January 13th 1:30PM or 7:00PM Guest fee is $12.00. Watch for information on the second half of the year for Tall Grass Quilters.
SIMPLE WHATNOTS CLUB designed by Kim Diehl For all you Kim Diehl fans, Kay Staskal will continue with Kim’s new exclusive “Simple Whatnots Club”. Kim will cover a different design each month beginning with Village Square. She will show you how to piece the blocks and will share tips on working with small pieces. You will receive six designs during the club meetings along with treats and a bonus project...Window Box. Unable to make it to the meetings...we are happy to ship the fabric and patterns to you! Thursday, February 19th, March 19th & April 16th 5:30 - 8:30PM Club fee $45.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
Stitchers Crossing Events
January Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
2015
Thursday
Friday
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Saturday
2
3
Store Closed New Years Day
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5
6
7
8
9
Modern Quilt Guild 6:30 - 8:00PM
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12
Free Motion Fun 12:30 - 3:30PM
13 Tall Grass Quilters 1:30PM or 7:00PM
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19
14 Mad City Modern Quilt Group 10:00AM 12:00PM
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15
16
Beginning Knitting 6:00 - 8:00PM
21
Fancy Fox 12:30 - 3:30PM
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26
27
22
28
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29
30
Beginning Knitting 6:00 - 8:00PM
31 Make Pillows Like A Pro 9:30AM - 12:30PM
2015 Monday
1
24 Candy Coated Quilt 10:00AM - 2:00PM
February Sunday
17 Stitch Witches 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Beginning Knitting 6:00 - 8:00PM
Beginning Crochet 12:30 - 3:00PM
10 Knitting & Crochet Retreat 9:30AM - 12:30PM
Tuesday
Wednesday
2
3
Thursday
Friday
4
"Souper Bowl" Sunday Sale 12:00 - 4:00PM
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Saturday
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7
Building In Color 6:00 - 8:00PM
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9
10
Beginning Crochet 2 12:30 - 3:30PM
11 Cozy Lined Mittens 6:00 - 8:00PM
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16
17
Basic Quiltmaking 12:30 - 3:30PM
22 Basic Quiltmaking 12:30 - 3:30PM
18 The Handmaidens 1:00 - 4:00PM or 6:00 - 9:00PM
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24 Lacy Boot Cuffs 6:00 - 8:00PM
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19
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21 Fractured 10:00AM - 2:00PM
26 Basic Wool Applique 5:30 - 8:30PM
14 Knitting & Crochet Retreat 9:30AM - 12:30PM
Simple Whatnots II 5:30 - 8:30PM
25 Cozy Lined Mittens 6:00 - 8:00PM
13
Modern Quilt Guild 6:30 - 8:00PM
27 Smoothing Iron 12:30 - 3:30PM
28 Mad Modern Quilt Guild Sew Day 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Stitchers Crossing, Ltd Quilting & Knitting 6122 Mineral Point Road Madison, WI 53705
PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID MADISON, WI PERMIT 1391
608.232.1500 tel [email protected]
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Store Hours: M-F: 9:30-6:00 Thu until 8:30 Sat: 9:30-5:00 Sun: 12:00-4:00
KNIT ONE CROCHET TOO TRUNK SHOW February 10th - February 22nd
End of the Bolt Sale buy what’s left on any bolt of fabric and it’s…
25% Off
...and other items we don’t want to count at the end of the year...
Up to 50% Off Sale runs from Dec 20th-30th
We are thrilled to have three beautifully knitted accessories from Knit One Crochet Too on display at our shop in February. On display will be Bandana (shown here), Wedding Cake Cowl and Zoe Hat...all knit with Covet yarn. Covet yarn knits into a luxurious fabric with a soft hand...you will love to touch and feel these fabulous accessories. New colors of Covet will be available along with patterns for each model, during the show.
