Stitchers Crossing
Stitchers Crossing Dear Friends, Thank you to all who ventured out and brought donations for the food pantry on Souper Bowl Sunday and our “Instant Replay” Sunday the following weekend! I was able to deliver three large boxes of food to Community Action Coalition. The need is so great...every little bit helps. We are doing a little spring cleaning here at Stitchers Crossing. Stop in to take advantage of our sale...all Cascade yarns are marked down along with a few Berocco and Plymouth yarns. Several fabric panels and scrap bags will be on sale also. See you soon,
National Quilting Day March 21st To celebrate our quilting heritage, we invite you to stop in Saturday, March 21st and enter your name in our fat quarter drawing.
Three lucky winners will receive a pack of 12 - Fat Quarters All precut fat quarters and 1/4 yard rolls are 20% off on March 21st only.
Don’t miss this opportunity to “fill in” the colors needed to complete your projects.
KNIT ONE, CROCHET TOO Knitted Accessories On Loan March 9th - 23rd This beautiful “Heartbeat Shawl” (pictured) is 19” top to bottom and 53” wide knitted in Elfin and Kettle Tweed yarns. The soft to the touch fingering weight yarns of merino wool, baby llama and bamboo are perfect for your fine gauge projects. Also on display...“Sheep Shawl” knit in Covet yarn. This is a new design debuting at Stitchers Crossing! Covet yarn has become one of our favorite luxurious yarns you will love to wear. Along with these fabulous shawls, you will want to touch and experience our newest yarn from Knit One Crochet Too...Batiste Yarn. This all-season lightweight yarn has body from linen, drape from wool and sheen from silk. We have a great selection of colors available from which to choose.
MODEL AND HANDCRAFTED GIFT SALE April 27th - May 6th We will be selling selected retired models and special handcrafted gifts made by Stitchers Crossing staff. All items will be on display in the classroom. This sale is cash or check only. All sales go directly to the staff member who made the item so there are no points or buyer’s club. Stop in often because items are added during the sale. This is a great way to pick up gifts for Mother’s Day and graduation.
“where traditional meets contemporary”
MARCH - APRIL, 2015 BLOCK PARTY ETERNITY SCARF
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!
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. May 17 Liz Zona
12:30 - 3:30
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
6:00 - 8:00 $35.00
PRESENT COWL
N
ew The Present Cowl is a perfect project for the new knitter. Learn to knit in the round using a circular needle. By alternating knit and purl rounds you will create a textured pattern that is perfect for showing off hand dyed yarns. 1 session Sun. Apr 26 Terry Rutlin
1:00 - 3:30 $25.00
$30.00
HAND NEEDLE TURN APPLIQUE Put your feet up, relax and enjoy hand appliqué. During class you will learn needle turn tricks to achieve smooth curves and sharp points. Needleturn Applique...The Basics & Beyond book required.
BEGINNING KNITTING 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 Wed. Apr 22, 29 & May 6 Terry Rutlin
2 sessions Fri. Apr 10 & 17 Kay Staskal
10:00-12:30 $40.00
QUILT EXPO & QUILT CONTEST 6:00 - 8:00 $45.00
Quilt Expo, September 10 - 12, 2015, will feature a juried and judged quilt contest. Entry forms need to be mailed by June 30th. We know there are a lot of talented quilters in our community so go to www.wiquiltexpo.com and click on Quilt Contest.
“where traditional meets contemporary”
MARCH - APRIL, 2015 METRO RINGS
MACHINE QUILTING Learn techniques for making machine quilting easier and more fun. In the first class, we will cover machine guided, straight line quilting such as stitch in the ditch, grids and diagonals. In the second class, we will cover free motion techniques including all-over designs, background quilting, stencils and patterns. You will need a machine that you can lower the feed dogs on. You will also need a walking foot and a darning or free motion foot for your machine.
One Jelly Roll, one Quick Curve Ruler and you have an amazingly easy Double Wedding Ring quilt. If you thought this quilt was beyond your abilities, think again. Using Sew Kind of Wonderful’s Metro Rings pattern and Quick Curve Ruler, you will be amazed at how easy it all is. You can make your quilt modern or traditional depending on your fabric choices. The pattern creates a 57” x 76” lap quilt which is easily expandable to queen size. Pattern and ruler required.
2 sessions Thu. Apr 9 & 23 Anne Smith
1 session Sat. Apr 18 Anne Smith
5:30-8:30 $45.00
$45.00
QUILT TALK
DECO SHIMMER 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. 1 session Sat. Mar 14 Anne Smith
9:30-4:00
N
ew What’s your mantra? This fun, fast jelly roll quilt gives you room to express yourself using a paper-pieced alphabet. Even if you’re new to paper piecing, you CAN make this 50” x 72” throw-size 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
9:30 - 4:00 $45.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
$45.00
MARCH - APRIL, 2015 VINTAGE SPIN
FOUR CORNER BAG
1 session Sun. Mar 22 12:30 - 3:30 Marilyn Boyle & Kristie Christy
1 session Mon. Mar 23 Judy Hasheider
$35.00
FIVE, SIX, PICK UP STICKS Marilyn and Kristie are collaborating again! Come join the fun playing Pick Up Sticks. Add them to a “reds” background or your other favorite color. Get hints on how to piece your quilt top and swap sticks with your cocollaborators—but don’t use brown and be a “stick in the mud”. Book required. 1 session Sat. Apr 25 12:30 - 3:30 Marilyn Boyle & Kristie Christy
5:30 - 9:00 $35.00
SCRIBBLE APPLIQUE Join Judy and learn the quick and carefree appliqué technique of “scribbling”. You will have a choice of three tablemats, which will be nearly completed before you leave class. Pre-quilt your background and you’ll be all set to scribble appliqué! Pattern included. 1 session Tue. Apr 7 Judy Hasheider
5:30 - 8:30 $30.00
PATTERN POSSIBILITIES $35.00
T-SHIRT QUILT FUN Have fun learning how to handle t-shirts in a memory quilt. In the first class, Nan will show you how to cut, stabilize and square your t-shirts. In the second class, you will be putting the top together. Book required. 2 sessions Thu. Mar 26 & Apr 2 Nan Davis
Ne
w This square bottom bag has a stylish twist, making it a delightful, but easy bag to construct. It stands open for easy loading and access to whatever you put inside. Three hours should see you filling your bag before you leave class. Pattern included.
Marilyn and Kristie will help you make some of your favorite fabrics spin! With a wedge ruler and a fun assortment of your light and dark fabrics, you will be on your way to a modern look of a Dresden plate quilt! This will be a good lesson on the importance of color value in your fabric selection. Book required.
5:30 - 8:30
Quilters...are you overwhelmed by the words “create” and “design”? Do you have the confidence to make a quilt without a pattern? If this sounds intimidating, come and gain the skills to start stepping “out of the box”. Join this class to build your confidence and learn how to think! In this class you will take a simple block or two and learn how to make the decisions to create your own quilt and make a pattern to follow. Judy will also show you the many possibilities of what can be done with one idea and how to expand on that by knowing some simple tricks of design and math. 1 session Mon. Apr 20 Judy Hasheider
5:30 - 8:30
$45.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
$30.00
MARCH - APRIL, 2015 SKILL LEVEL KEY 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
•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, March 21st, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
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 March 5th & May 7th 6:00 - 8:00PM The fee for the three sessions is $45.00. The book Building In Color is required.
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. 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, March 10th 1:30PM or 7:00PM Guest fee is $12.00. Watch for information on the second half of the year for Tall Grass Quilters.
and Saturday, April 11th, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
“where traditional meets contemporary”
MARCH - APRIL, 2015 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).
FABRICS ARRIVING… • • • • • • • •
Riley Blake
Floribella Pieces Art Gallery Morning Walk Prisma Elements Red Rooster Inked Winter Celebration Cotton & Steel Mochi Kaufman Creatures & Critters Dear Stella Flirt Net Benartex Tiny Dancer Island Batik Batiks ...and more!!
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. Wednesday April 15th 1:00 - 4:00PM or 6:00 - 9:00PM
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”.
CONKERR CANCER PILLOWCASE DONATIONS Your pillowcase donations have made a difference! We have collected over 100 pillowcases in the last two months. You have put smiles on a lot of sick children’s faces and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts! We will continue to collect pillowcases because unfortunately the need continues. For more information, please call or email Stitchers Crossing or go to ConKerrCancer.org...thank you!!
Kay 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 a bonus project...Window Box. Unable to make it to the meetings...we are happy to ship the fabric and patterns to you! Thursday, March 19th & April 16th 4:00 - 6:30PM Club fee $45.00
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.
“where traditional meets contemporary”
Stitchers Crossing Events
March Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
1
2
Wednesday
3
Friday
4
Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
5
Saturday
6
Building In Color 6:00-8:00PM
8 Jean's UFO Group 12:00-4:00PM
2015
Thursday
9 Vending at Knitter's Guild Meeting
15
10
11
Tall Grass Quilters 1:30PM or 7:00PM
Mad City Modern Quilt Group 10:00AM-12:00PM Block Party 6:00-8:00PM
16
17
Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
12
13
14 Deco Shimmer 9:30AM-4:00PM
18 Block Party 6:00-8:00PM
7 Quilt Talk 10:00AM-3:30PM
19
20
Simple Whatnots 4:00-6:30PM
21 National Quilting Day Knitting Retreat 9:30AM-12:30PM MKG 1:30-3:00PM
22 Vintage Spin 12:30-3:30PM
23
24
25
Four Corner Bag 5:30-9:00PM
29
26
27
T-Shirt Quilt Fun 5:30-8:30PM
30
28 MKG 1:30-3:00PM
31
Model Sale - April 27th - May 6th
April
2015
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
1
2
Saturday
3
4
T-Shirt Quilt Fun 5:30-8:30PM
5
6
7
8
Scribble Applique 5:30-8:30PM
Store Closed Easter
12
13
14
15 Handmaidens 1:00-4:00PM or 6:00-9:00PM
19
20
21
Pattern Possibilities 5:30-8:30PM
26 Present Cowl 1:00-3:30PM
28
16 Simple Whatnots 4:00-6:30PM
22 Beginning Knitting 6:00-8:00PM
27
9 Machine Quilting 5:30-8:30PM
29 Beginning Knitting 6:00-8:00PM
23 Machine Quilting 5:30-8:30PM
30
10
11
Needle Turn Applique 10:00AM-12:30PM
Knitting & Crochet Retreat 9:30AM-12:30PM Jean's UFO Group 12:30-5:00PM
17 Needle Turn Applique 10:00AM-12:30PM
24
18 Metro Rings 9:30AM-4:00PM
25 Five, Six, Pick Up Sticks 12:30-3:30PM
PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID MADISON, WI PERMIT 1391
Stitchers Crossing, Ltd Quilting & Knitting 6122 Mineral Point Road Madison, WI 53705 608.232.1500 tel [email protected]
MARCH - APRIL, 2015
Store Hours: M-F: 9:30-6:00 Thu until 8:30 Sat: 9:30-5:00 Sun: 12:00-4:00
PRAIRIE HERITAGE QUILTERS’ ANNUAL QUILT SHOW
Sunday, Mar 15, 12:00-5:00 Monday, Mar 16, 9:00-6:00 Tuesday, Mar 17, 9:00-3:00 St Albert’s Parish Center Hwy 19 West & Thompson Rd Sun Prairie, WI
CAROL BUTZKE Quilt Appraiser Many quilters wonder why it is important to have a quilt appraised. You may want to provide a record for your family, determine value for a donation or provide adequate insurance coverage before a loss. Whatever your reason, be sure to sign up to have Carol Butzke, AQS Certified Quilted Textile Appraiser appraise your quilt. Saturday May 2nd 9:30AM-5:00PM
• • • •
200 quilts on display Free demos on Sunday...2:00-5:00PM Premier showing of Circles & Curves Challenge Lunch and snacks
For more information, go to sunprairiequiltshow.com
Please call or stop into register for a half hour appointment (fee $45.00) for one quilt.
National Quilting Day March 21st To celebrate our quilting heritage, we invite you to stop in Saturday, March 21st and enter your name in our fat quarter drawing.
Three lucky winners will receive a pack of 12 - Fat Quarters All precut fat quarters and 1/4 yard rolls are 20% off on March 21st only.
Don’t miss this opportunity to “fill in” the colors needed to complete your projects.
KNIT ONE, CROCHET TOO Knitted Accessories On Loan March 9th - 23rd This beautiful “Heartbeat Shawl” (pictured) is 19” top to bottom and 53” wide knitted in Elfin and Kettle Tweed yarns. The soft to the touch fingering weight yarns of merino wool, baby llama and bamboo are perfect for your fine gauge projects. Also on display...“Sheep Shawl” knit in Covet yarn. This is a new design debuting at Stitchers Crossing! Covet yarn has become one of our favorite luxurious yarns you will love to wear. Along with these fabulous shawls, you will want to touch and experience our newest yarn from Knit One Crochet Too...Batiste Yarn. This all-season lightweight yarn has body from linen, drape from wool and sheen from silk. We have a great selection of colors available from which to choose.
MODEL AND HANDCRAFTED GIFT SALE April 27th - May 6th We will be selling selected retired models and special handcrafted gifts made by Stitchers Crossing staff. All items will be on display in the classroom. This sale is cash or check only. All sales go directly to the staff member who made the item so there are no points or buyer’s club. Stop in often because items are added during the sale. This is a great way to pick up gifts for Mother’s Day and graduation.
“where traditional meets contemporary”
MARCH - APRIL, 2015 BLOCK PARTY ETERNITY SCARF
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!
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. May 17 Liz Zona
12:30 - 3:30
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
6:00 - 8:00 $35.00
PRESENT COWL
N
ew The Present Cowl is a perfect project for the new knitter. Learn to knit in the round using a circular needle. By alternating knit and purl rounds you will create a textured pattern that is perfect for showing off hand dyed yarns. 1 session Sun. Apr 26 Terry Rutlin
1:00 - 3:30 $25.00
$30.00
HAND NEEDLE TURN APPLIQUE Put your feet up, relax and enjoy hand appliqué. During class you will learn needle turn tricks to achieve smooth curves and sharp points. Needleturn Applique...The Basics & Beyond book required.
BEGINNING KNITTING 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 Wed. Apr 22, 29 & May 6 Terry Rutlin
2 sessions Fri. Apr 10 & 17 Kay Staskal
10:00-12:30 $40.00
QUILT EXPO & QUILT CONTEST 6:00 - 8:00 $45.00
Quilt Expo, September 10 - 12, 2015, will feature a juried and judged quilt contest. Entry forms need to be mailed by June 30th. We know there are a lot of talented quilters in our community so go to www.wiquiltexpo.com and click on Quilt Contest.
“where traditional meets contemporary”
MARCH - APRIL, 2015 METRO RINGS
MACHINE QUILTING Learn techniques for making machine quilting easier and more fun. In the first class, we will cover machine guided, straight line quilting such as stitch in the ditch, grids and diagonals. In the second class, we will cover free motion techniques including all-over designs, background quilting, stencils and patterns. You will need a machine that you can lower the feed dogs on. You will also need a walking foot and a darning or free motion foot for your machine.
One Jelly Roll, one Quick Curve Ruler and you have an amazingly easy Double Wedding Ring quilt. If you thought this quilt was beyond your abilities, think again. Using Sew Kind of Wonderful’s Metro Rings pattern and Quick Curve Ruler, you will be amazed at how easy it all is. You can make your quilt modern or traditional depending on your fabric choices. The pattern creates a 57” x 76” lap quilt which is easily expandable to queen size. Pattern and ruler required.
2 sessions Thu. Apr 9 & 23 Anne Smith
1 session Sat. Apr 18 Anne Smith
5:30-8:30 $45.00
$45.00
QUILT TALK
DECO SHIMMER 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. 1 session Sat. Mar 14 Anne Smith
9:30-4:00
N
ew What’s your mantra? This fun, fast jelly roll quilt gives you room to express yourself using a paper-pieced alphabet. Even if you’re new to paper piecing, you CAN make this 50” x 72” throw-size 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
9:30 - 4:00 $45.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
$45.00
MARCH - APRIL, 2015 VINTAGE SPIN
FOUR CORNER BAG
1 session Sun. Mar 22 12:30 - 3:30 Marilyn Boyle & Kristie Christy
1 session Mon. Mar 23 Judy Hasheider
$35.00
FIVE, SIX, PICK UP STICKS Marilyn and Kristie are collaborating again! Come join the fun playing Pick Up Sticks. Add them to a “reds” background or your other favorite color. Get hints on how to piece your quilt top and swap sticks with your cocollaborators—but don’t use brown and be a “stick in the mud”. Book required. 1 session Sat. Apr 25 12:30 - 3:30 Marilyn Boyle & Kristie Christy
5:30 - 9:00 $35.00
SCRIBBLE APPLIQUE Join Judy and learn the quick and carefree appliqué technique of “scribbling”. You will have a choice of three tablemats, which will be nearly completed before you leave class. Pre-quilt your background and you’ll be all set to scribble appliqué! Pattern included. 1 session Tue. Apr 7 Judy Hasheider
5:30 - 8:30 $30.00
PATTERN POSSIBILITIES $35.00
T-SHIRT QUILT FUN Have fun learning how to handle t-shirts in a memory quilt. In the first class, Nan will show you how to cut, stabilize and square your t-shirts. In the second class, you will be putting the top together. Book required. 2 sessions Thu. Mar 26 & Apr 2 Nan Davis
Ne
w This square bottom bag has a stylish twist, making it a delightful, but easy bag to construct. It stands open for easy loading and access to whatever you put inside. Three hours should see you filling your bag before you leave class. Pattern included.
Marilyn and Kristie will help you make some of your favorite fabrics spin! With a wedge ruler and a fun assortment of your light and dark fabrics, you will be on your way to a modern look of a Dresden plate quilt! This will be a good lesson on the importance of color value in your fabric selection. Book required.
5:30 - 8:30
Quilters...are you overwhelmed by the words “create” and “design”? Do you have the confidence to make a quilt without a pattern? If this sounds intimidating, come and gain the skills to start stepping “out of the box”. Join this class to build your confidence and learn how to think! In this class you will take a simple block or two and learn how to make the decisions to create your own quilt and make a pattern to follow. Judy will also show you the many possibilities of what can be done with one idea and how to expand on that by knowing some simple tricks of design and math. 1 session Mon. Apr 20 Judy Hasheider
5:30 - 8:30
$45.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
$30.00
MARCH - APRIL, 2015 SKILL LEVEL KEY 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
•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, March 21st, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
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 March 5th & May 7th 6:00 - 8:00PM The fee for the three sessions is $45.00. The book Building In Color is required.
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. 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, March 10th 1:30PM or 7:00PM Guest fee is $12.00. Watch for information on the second half of the year for Tall Grass Quilters.
and Saturday, April 11th, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
“where traditional meets contemporary”
MARCH - APRIL, 2015 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).
FABRICS ARRIVING… • • • • • • • •
Riley Blake
Floribella Pieces Art Gallery Morning Walk Prisma Elements Red Rooster Inked Winter Celebration Cotton & Steel Mochi Kaufman Creatures & Critters Dear Stella Flirt Net Benartex Tiny Dancer Island Batik Batiks ...and more!!
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. Wednesday April 15th 1:00 - 4:00PM or 6:00 - 9:00PM
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”.
CONKERR CANCER PILLOWCASE DONATIONS Your pillowcase donations have made a difference! We have collected over 100 pillowcases in the last two months. You have put smiles on a lot of sick children’s faces and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts! We will continue to collect pillowcases because unfortunately the need continues. For more information, please call or email Stitchers Crossing or go to ConKerrCancer.org...thank you!!
Kay 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 a bonus project...Window Box. Unable to make it to the meetings...we are happy to ship the fabric and patterns to you! Thursday, March 19th & April 16th 4:00 - 6:30PM Club fee $45.00
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.
“where traditional meets contemporary”
Stitchers Crossing Events
March Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
1
2
Wednesday
3
Friday
4
Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
5
Saturday
6
Building In Color 6:00-8:00PM
8 Jean's UFO Group 12:00-4:00PM
2015
Thursday
9 Vending at Knitter's Guild Meeting
15
10
11
Tall Grass Quilters 1:30PM or 7:00PM
Mad City Modern Quilt Group 10:00AM-12:00PM Block Party 6:00-8:00PM
16
17
Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
12
13
14 Deco Shimmer 9:30AM-4:00PM
18 Block Party 6:00-8:00PM
7 Quilt Talk 10:00AM-3:30PM
19
20
Simple Whatnots 4:00-6:30PM
21 National Quilting Day Knitting Retreat 9:30AM-12:30PM MKG 1:30-3:00PM
22 Vintage Spin 12:30-3:30PM
23
24
25
Four Corner Bag 5:30-9:00PM
29
26
27
T-Shirt Quilt Fun 5:30-8:30PM
30
28 MKG 1:30-3:00PM
31
Model Sale - April 27th - May 6th
April
2015
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
1
2
Saturday
3
4
T-Shirt Quilt Fun 5:30-8:30PM
5
6
7
8
Scribble Applique 5:30-8:30PM
Store Closed Easter
12
13
14
15 Handmaidens 1:00-4:00PM or 6:00-9:00PM
19
20
21
Pattern Possibilities 5:30-8:30PM
26 Present Cowl 1:00-3:30PM
28
16 Simple Whatnots 4:00-6:30PM
22 Beginning Knitting 6:00-8:00PM
27
9 Machine Quilting 5:30-8:30PM
29 Beginning Knitting 6:00-8:00PM
23 Machine Quilting 5:30-8:30PM
30
10
11
Needle Turn Applique 10:00AM-12:30PM
Knitting & Crochet Retreat 9:30AM-12:30PM Jean's UFO Group 12:30-5:00PM
17 Needle Turn Applique 10:00AM-12:30PM
24
18 Metro Rings 9:30AM-4:00PM
25 Five, Six, Pick Up Sticks 12:30-3:30PM
PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID MADISON, WI PERMIT 1391
Stitchers Crossing, Ltd Quilting & Knitting 6122 Mineral Point Road Madison, WI 53705 608.232.1500 tel [email protected]
MARCH - APRIL, 2015
Store Hours: M-F: 9:30-6:00 Thu until 8:30 Sat: 9:30-5:00 Sun: 12:00-4:00
PRAIRIE HERITAGE QUILTERS’ ANNUAL QUILT SHOW
Sunday, Mar 15, 12:00-5:00 Monday, Mar 16, 9:00-6:00 Tuesday, Mar 17, 9:00-3:00 St Albert’s Parish Center Hwy 19 West & Thompson Rd Sun Prairie, WI
CAROL BUTZKE Quilt Appraiser Many quilters wonder why it is important to have a quilt appraised. You may want to provide a record for your family, determine value for a donation or provide adequate insurance coverage before a loss. Whatever your reason, be sure to sign up to have Carol Butzke, AQS Certified Quilted Textile Appraiser appraise your quilt. Saturday May 2nd 9:30AM-5:00PM
• • • •
200 quilts on display Free demos on Sunday...2:00-5:00PM Premier showing of Circles & Curves Challenge Lunch and snacks
For more information, go to sunprairiequiltshow.com
Please call or stop into register for a half hour appointment (fee $45.00) for one quilt.
