Stitchers Crossing
Stitchers Crossing LANDSCAPE “PAINTING” WITH FABRIC with Susan Hoffmann
Dear Friends, We’re having a great time getting ready for Quilt Expo. Stop in our booths #932-933 to see all the new projects we have created for you. We have a fabulous fall line-up of classes and clubs...treat yourself to a new technique, project or a little “me” time.
JAALA SPIRO’S BOOK SIGNING & COZY COWL WORKSHOP Jaala Spiro is at the helm of Knitcircus Publications, writer of weekly newsletters, mom to two, designer and co-host of the Knitcircus podcast! Jaala has written Knitting Recipes: Hats & Cowls and will be at Stitchers Crossing to discuss her book and sign copies. After the book signing, Jaala will teach a cowl class. Both long and closer fitting cozy cowls make any wardrobe more stylish. Learn to customize a basic recipe to make a necklength or infinity-length cowl to double and drape in any yarn weight, no swatching needed. Saturday, September 22nd Book signing: 11:00AM-12:00PM Workshop: 12:30-3:30PM Workshop fee: $35.00 Book required
This is a great opportunity to meet this talented, local designer!
Using scissors and fabric as your paintbrush and canvas, you will create a 16” x 20” version of the scene Birches In Fields Of Gold. Note...students will be cutting the elements of their piece free-hand. There are no templates or patterns used with this technique. When finished, you may choose to quilt or frame your piece of art. Saturday, October 20th 9:30AM-4:30PM Class fee $50.00 Kit fee $25.00 Susan Hoffmann teaches her technique at The Clearing, Ellison Bay and other locations throughout Wisconsin. She has shown her work at many galleries in Wisconsin and was invited to display her work at the state capitol in Madison.
Quilt Expo, presented by Wisconsin Public Television and Nancy Zieman Productions, will feature lectures, stage demonstration, sit & sew workshops, a juried & judged quilt show and a vendor mall. Look for us in Booths 932-933 with lots of new models, kits, fabric and patterns! We are delighted to have Laura Krasinski, educator and lecturer for Bigfork Bay Cotton Company doing raw edge applique demos in our booth. Laura will be teaching a class on Master Raw Edge Applique each day at Expo. We will have models, patterns and kits from Bigfork Bay in our booth. September 6-8, 2012 Exhibition Hall, Alliant Energy Center For more information, visit www.wiquiltexpo.com. Advance Quilt Expo admission tickets are available at Stitchers Crossing.
“where traditional meets contemporary”
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012 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!
MITTENS IN THE ROUND Take your basic knitting skills to the next level by learning how to knit mittens in the round. You will learn how to use double pointed needles and leave joining seams behind you. You must know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Pattern required. 2 sessions Mon. Oct 1 & 15 6:00-8:00 Terry Rutlin $35.00
FINGERLESS GLOVES IN THE ROUND 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. Oct 7 12:30-3:30 Liz Zona $30.00
Take your basic knitting skills to the next level by learning how to knit fingerless gloves in the round. You will learn how to use double pointed needles and leave joining seams behind you. You must know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Pattern included. 2 sessions Tue. Oct 16 & 23 6:00-8:00 Terry Rutlin $35.00
TOP DOWN SOCKS CROCHET IN THE ROUND Cuddle up this fall with a cozy cowl scarf! Tired of crocheting in straight lines? If you know how to crochet, the next step is to learn how to crochet in the round to make beautiful cowl and infinity scarves. This class will teach you how to crochet in the round both regular crochet and v-stitch crochet. Pattern included. 1 session Sun. Nov 11 12:30-3:30 Liz Zona $30.00
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. Sep 12, 19 & 26 6:00-8:00 Terry Rutlin $45.00
New
Learn the basics of top down sock knitting using double pointed needles. You’ll use a beginner friendly pattern that will take you from cast on to cast off. Pattern required. 3 sessions Wed. Nov 7, 14 & 28 6:00-8:00 Terry Rutlin $45.00
BASIC QUILTMAKING Make a quilt 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. Sep 16, 23, 30 & Oct 14 12:30-3:30 Kay Staskal $65.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012 BASIC QUILTMAKING PART II-TRIANGLES
PURPLE COW...OUT OF THE BOX
In this second session class, you will make quilt block samples while learning different methods for creating precise half square and quarter square triangles as well as flying geese. Quilt block patterns and instructions are included in the class. 2 sessions Sun. Oct 28 & Nov 4 12:30-3:30 Kay Staskal $45.00
We never saw a purple cow. We never hope to see one. We’d rather sew one than be one! Get out of the box and join Kristie and Marilyn for a fun day of free-form piecing while creating your own Purple Cow. Book required. 1 session Sat. Sep 29 10:00-3:00 Kristie Christy & Marilyn Boyle $40.00
MACHINE QUILTING
OUT OF THE BAKERY BOX
Learn techniques for making machine quilting easier and more fun. In the morning 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. 2 sessions Thu. Nov 1 & 8 5:30-8:30 Anne Smith $45.00
New
LUCKY STARS
Want to learn how to make a simple star quilt without worrying about points? This Atkinson Design pattern is easy to follow, uses fat quarters and is a great design for the new quilter. Pattern required. 1 session Mon. Sep 17 5:30-8:30 Julie Cowing $30.00
Come see what Marilyn and Kristie are cooking up with Out Of The Box With Easy Blocks book. Join them...choose your favorite food pattern from this inspirational book and whip up your own original tasty treat. Book required. 1 session Sat. Oct 6 12:30-4:30 Kristie Christy & Marilyn Boyle $35.00
LOG CABIN PRIMER Using Judy’s log cabin sampler pattern, learn the basics of log cabin construction. Skills such as cutting shortcuts, learning how to resize and figure out length of logs, fabric placement and variations of the classic block (cornerstones, flying geese, off center, chevron and courthouse steps) will be taught. Be inspired to make this all-time American favorite. Includes pattern. 1 session Tue. Sep 25 5:30-8:30 Judy Hasheider $30.00
THE SASSY GIRL SATCHEL HAND NEEDLE TURN APPLIQUE Put your feet up, relax and enjoy whimsical hand appliqué. During class you will learn needle turn tricks to achieve smooth curves and sharp points. The book The New Appliqué Sampler by Piece ‘O Cake recommended but not required. Pattern included. 2 sessions Fri. Oct 5 & 12 10:00-12:30 Kay Staskal $40.00
New
New
Create a wonderful tote with your designer touch. Judy has designed a three piece, curved seam bag, done in two versions...wool and cotton. The tote has been embellished with wool pennies but can be personalized with your own applique design. Pattern required. 1 session Thu. Sep 27 5:30-8:30 Judy Hasheider $30.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012 JUDY’S TRIANGLE LOGIC (formerly It’s OK II) This class builds on the techniques you learned in It’s OK (Judy’s Quilt Logic). There will be a trunk show of quilts and ideas, along with a lecture on math and methods for making triangle units. This further opens your world to help you design quilts or change scale or design in purchased patterns. 1 session Mon. Oct 22 5:30-8:30 Judy Hasheider $30.00
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. •Stitcher’s 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.
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.
KNIT CLUB Join Terry Rutlin this fall and explore the world of knitting. In October, Terry will unravel the mystery of yarn selection and how to substitute yarn and needles when necessary. Thursday, October 25th 6:00--8:00PM In November, Terry will be teaching Shadow Knitting. Add dimension to your knitting by simply using knit and purl stitches. Thursday, November 15th 6:00-8:00PM The fee for the two sessions is $35.00 or $20.00 for a single session.
FOLK ART CLUB with Judy Hasheider This year’s club will feature a sampling of several different wool projects. We will work on a satchel for carrying our projects, a pillow, a trio of pincushions, a tablemat and a surprise or two, all designed by Judy Hasheider. Meetings are on the third Wednesday of Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct and Dec. An afternoon group meets from 1:00-4:00PM and an evening group from 6:00-9:00PM. Wednesday, October 17th 1:00-4:00PM or 6:00-9:00PM The club fee is $50.00 and all patterns are included
BUYER’S CLUB For $50.00 per year, you may become a member of our Buyer’s Club. This will entitle you to 20% off throughout the year on all fabric, fibers and kits excluding DMC floss. You will receive a card which must be presented each time you make a purchase. Stop in for more details
“where traditional meets contemporary”
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012 QUILT SITTERS CIRCLE Quilt Sitters Circle meets six times a year with Judy Hasheider. Judy designs a new quilt for each meeting, using techniques learned in Judy’s Quilt Logic (formerly It’s OK I & II). Members receive the pattern and instruction for the quilt. Lots of camaraderie and a most inspirational show and tell every meeting.
RED & WHITE QUILT SHOW STITCHERS CROSSING September 5-20 Members of Judy’s Quilt Sitters Circle were challenged to create Red & White quilts, to be completed for show ‘n tell at our July meeting.
Tuesday, Sep 11th 1:30PM or 7:00PM
The inspiration for these quilts came from the exhibit Infinite Variety-Three Centuries of Red & White Quilts held in New York City, March, 2011.
Anyone who has taken It’s OK 1 and II is eligible to join. In 2012 we will meet the second Tuesday of the odd months (Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov) at 1:30PM or 7:00PM.
The quilts shown at QSC were so fabulous we wanted to share some of them with all of you. Over ten quilts will be on display at Stitchers Crossing from September 5th-20th.
January is the best time to join but new members are always welcome. The fee for the year is $50.00...if you bring a guest, the guest fee is $12.00.
PRAIRIE FLOWERS APPLIQUE Block Of The Month Our six month program inspired by Jo Morton’s Prairie Flowers Encore book will include background and applique fabrics for twelve blocks. Each flower block is fast and easy and a good way to spend time during the cooler weather sure to be coming our way. Kay Staskal will begin the series in October with a demo of her hand needle turn applique method, however you can choose your own method of applique. Each month you will pick up two more blocks. The second meeting will be in January to check in on your progress. At the last meeting in March, Kay will cover creative settings for your blocks to personalize your quilt. The first two blocks in the series are on display at the store. Oct (10/6/12); Jan (1/13/13); Mar (3/2/13) 10:00AM Club fee is $60.00 for twelve blocks. Book is required. You will receive 10% club discount on the book and finishing fabric for setting, border and backing.
QUILTS IN BLOOM Olbrich Botanical Gardens September 22-October 14 10:00AM-4:00PM Daily Enjoy the annual Quilts In Bloom show of beautiful original art quilts and fall flowers at Olbrich Gardens, 3330 Atwood Avenue, Madison. Art Quilt Sale September 22nd-23rd and September 29th-30th Choose from a variety of colorful wall hangings and table runners to give as a gifts or brightening your own home. For more information on these events, go to www.olbrich.org.
HELP WANTED Looking for someone with quilting and knitting experience to work three days per week. Scheduling is flexible but weekend hours are required. Please send resume or stop in to fill out an application.
Blocks will be available on the first Saturday of each month.
“where traditional meets contemporary”
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012 KNITTING RETREAT Take a little time for yourself to relax and enjoy knitting with friends and fellow knitters. You will receive 10% discount on all your purchases during retreat mornings. Join us on… Saturday, September 15th, 9:30AM-12:30PM
STATE SHOP HOP & LOCAL ROAD TRIP A big thank you to all who participated in our Wisconsin State Shop Hop and the South Central Wisconsin Road Trip! We had a great time and look forward to next year. Our State Shop Hop basket winner was Karen Millard. Our South Central Wisconsin Road Trip basket winner was Linda Owen. Congratulations ladies!!
and Saturday, October 13th, 9:30AM-12:30PM
BOOKS ARRIVING SEPT & OCT...
FABRICS ARRIVING SEPT & OCT...
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Easy Quilts For Beginners And Beyond from Quiltmaker
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Home Sweet Quilt by Jill Finley
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Kaufman
The Circus Batiks
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Cuddle Me Quick by Porter & Williamson
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Benartex
Rose Garden Batiks Monterey Batiks Tempo
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Free Form Embroidery by Judith Baker Montano
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In The Beginning
Extraordinary World
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Island Batik
Batiks
Beginner’s Guide To Free Motion Quilting by Natalia Bonner
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Moda
Juggling Summer Duck Duck Goose Flannels Kapalua
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Clothworks
Schoolies
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Andover
Frippery High Tide Jo’s Best Edo IQSC
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P&B
Love
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Northcott
Reptile Rumpus Flannel
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. We now have a fabulous design wall in our new classroom along with a commercial light table for tracing your applique or embroidery patterns. 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
September Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
2012
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Store Closed Labor Day
Quilt Expo-Sep 6-8
9
10
11 QSC 1:30PM or 7:00PM
16 Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
17
18
Lucky Stars 5:30-8:30PM
23
12
13
14
Beginning Knitting 6:00-8:00PM
19
20
21
Beginning Knitting 6:00-8:00PM
24
Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
25
Beginning Knitting 6:00-8:00PM
Tuesday
Wednesday
22 Book Signing 11:00AM-12:00PM Knitting Recipes: Cowls 12:30-3:30PM
26
Log Cabin Primer 5:30-8:30PM
15 Knitting Retreat 9:30AM-12:30PM
27
28
The Sassy Girl Satchel 5:30-9:00PM
29 Purple Cow Out Of The Box 10:00AM-3:00PM
30 Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
October
2012
Sunday
Monday
1
2
Thursday
3
Friday
4
Mittens In The Round 6:00-8:00PM
7
8
9
10
11
15 Mittens In The Round 6:00-8:00PM
21
16 Fingerless Gloves In The Round 6:00-8:00PM
22 Judy’s Triangle Logic 5:30-8:30PM
28
12 Hand Needle Turn 10:00AM-12:30PM
14
Basic Quiltmaking Part II-Triangles 12:30-3:30PM
5 Hand Needle Turn 10:00AM-12:30PM
Beginning Crochet 12:30-3:30PM
Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
Saturday
23
17
30
19
13 Knitting Retreat 9:30AM-12:30PM
20 Beginning Landscape “Painting” With Fabric 9:30AM-4:30PM
24
Fingerless Gloves In The Round 6:00-8:00PM
29
18
Folk Art Club 1:00-4:00PM or 6:00-9:00PM
6 Prairie Flower Applique BOM 9:30AM Out Of The Bakery Box 12:30-4:30PM
25 Knit Club 6:00-8:00PM
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26
27
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]
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012
Store Hours: M-F: 9:30-6:00 Thu until 8:30 Sat: 9:30-5:00 Sun: 12:00-4:00
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 November 3rd 9:30AM-4:30PM Please call or stop into register for a half hour appointment (fee $45.00) for one quilt.
Enjoy America’s best-loved knitting & quilting books by Martingale & Co/That Patchwork Place®
30% Off During the month of September we will have twenty of That Patchwork Place’s best selling titles for you to select from at 30% off!! Some of the titles to be offered are Back To Charm School, Everyday Handmade, ‘Tis The Season, Mostly Mittens, The Border Workbook, Tunisian Crochet, Toe -Up Techniques and Make It Sew Modern...just to name a few. This offer comes in time for holiday gifts to yourself or someone on your list. Note...frequent buyer points not valid for this promotion.
Dear Friends, We’re having a great time getting ready for Quilt Expo. Stop in our booths #932-933 to see all the new projects we have created for you. We have a fabulous fall line-up of classes and clubs...treat yourself to a new technique, project or a little “me” time.
JAALA SPIRO’S BOOK SIGNING & COZY COWL WORKSHOP Jaala Spiro is at the helm of Knitcircus Publications, writer of weekly newsletters, mom to two, designer and co-host of the Knitcircus podcast! Jaala has written Knitting Recipes: Hats & Cowls and will be at Stitchers Crossing to discuss her book and sign copies. After the book signing, Jaala will teach a cowl class. Both long and closer fitting cozy cowls make any wardrobe more stylish. Learn to customize a basic recipe to make a necklength or infinity-length cowl to double and drape in any yarn weight, no swatching needed. Saturday, September 22nd Book signing: 11:00AM-12:00PM Workshop: 12:30-3:30PM Workshop fee: $35.00 Book required
This is a great opportunity to meet this talented, local designer!
Using scissors and fabric as your paintbrush and canvas, you will create a 16” x 20” version of the scene Birches In Fields Of Gold. Note...students will be cutting the elements of their piece free-hand. There are no templates or patterns used with this technique. When finished, you may choose to quilt or frame your piece of art. Saturday, October 20th 9:30AM-4:30PM Class fee $50.00 Kit fee $25.00 Susan Hoffmann teaches her technique at The Clearing, Ellison Bay and other locations throughout Wisconsin. She has shown her work at many galleries in Wisconsin and was invited to display her work at the state capitol in Madison.
Quilt Expo, presented by Wisconsin Public Television and Nancy Zieman Productions, will feature lectures, stage demonstration, sit & sew workshops, a juried & judged quilt show and a vendor mall. Look for us in Booths 932-933 with lots of new models, kits, fabric and patterns! We are delighted to have Laura Krasinski, educator and lecturer for Bigfork Bay Cotton Company doing raw edge applique demos in our booth. Laura will be teaching a class on Master Raw Edge Applique each day at Expo. We will have models, patterns and kits from Bigfork Bay in our booth. September 6-8, 2012 Exhibition Hall, Alliant Energy Center For more information, visit www.wiquiltexpo.com. Advance Quilt Expo admission tickets are available at Stitchers Crossing.
“where traditional meets contemporary”
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012 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!
MITTENS IN THE ROUND Take your basic knitting skills to the next level by learning how to knit mittens in the round. You will learn how to use double pointed needles and leave joining seams behind you. You must know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Pattern required. 2 sessions Mon. Oct 1 & 15 6:00-8:00 Terry Rutlin $35.00
FINGERLESS GLOVES IN THE ROUND 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. Oct 7 12:30-3:30 Liz Zona $30.00
Take your basic knitting skills to the next level by learning how to knit fingerless gloves in the round. You will learn how to use double pointed needles and leave joining seams behind you. You must know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Pattern included. 2 sessions Tue. Oct 16 & 23 6:00-8:00 Terry Rutlin $35.00
TOP DOWN SOCKS CROCHET IN THE ROUND Cuddle up this fall with a cozy cowl scarf! Tired of crocheting in straight lines? If you know how to crochet, the next step is to learn how to crochet in the round to make beautiful cowl and infinity scarves. This class will teach you how to crochet in the round both regular crochet and v-stitch crochet. Pattern included. 1 session Sun. Nov 11 12:30-3:30 Liz Zona $30.00
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. Sep 12, 19 & 26 6:00-8:00 Terry Rutlin $45.00
New
Learn the basics of top down sock knitting using double pointed needles. You’ll use a beginner friendly pattern that will take you from cast on to cast off. Pattern required. 3 sessions Wed. Nov 7, 14 & 28 6:00-8:00 Terry Rutlin $45.00
BASIC QUILTMAKING Make a quilt 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. Sep 16, 23, 30 & Oct 14 12:30-3:30 Kay Staskal $65.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012 BASIC QUILTMAKING PART II-TRIANGLES
PURPLE COW...OUT OF THE BOX
In this second session class, you will make quilt block samples while learning different methods for creating precise half square and quarter square triangles as well as flying geese. Quilt block patterns and instructions are included in the class. 2 sessions Sun. Oct 28 & Nov 4 12:30-3:30 Kay Staskal $45.00
We never saw a purple cow. We never hope to see one. We’d rather sew one than be one! Get out of the box and join Kristie and Marilyn for a fun day of free-form piecing while creating your own Purple Cow. Book required. 1 session Sat. Sep 29 10:00-3:00 Kristie Christy & Marilyn Boyle $40.00
MACHINE QUILTING
OUT OF THE BAKERY BOX
Learn techniques for making machine quilting easier and more fun. In the morning 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. 2 sessions Thu. Nov 1 & 8 5:30-8:30 Anne Smith $45.00
New
LUCKY STARS
Want to learn how to make a simple star quilt without worrying about points? This Atkinson Design pattern is easy to follow, uses fat quarters and is a great design for the new quilter. Pattern required. 1 session Mon. Sep 17 5:30-8:30 Julie Cowing $30.00
Come see what Marilyn and Kristie are cooking up with Out Of The Box With Easy Blocks book. Join them...choose your favorite food pattern from this inspirational book and whip up your own original tasty treat. Book required. 1 session Sat. Oct 6 12:30-4:30 Kristie Christy & Marilyn Boyle $35.00
LOG CABIN PRIMER Using Judy’s log cabin sampler pattern, learn the basics of log cabin construction. Skills such as cutting shortcuts, learning how to resize and figure out length of logs, fabric placement and variations of the classic block (cornerstones, flying geese, off center, chevron and courthouse steps) will be taught. Be inspired to make this all-time American favorite. Includes pattern. 1 session Tue. Sep 25 5:30-8:30 Judy Hasheider $30.00
THE SASSY GIRL SATCHEL HAND NEEDLE TURN APPLIQUE Put your feet up, relax and enjoy whimsical hand appliqué. During class you will learn needle turn tricks to achieve smooth curves and sharp points. The book The New Appliqué Sampler by Piece ‘O Cake recommended but not required. Pattern included. 2 sessions Fri. Oct 5 & 12 10:00-12:30 Kay Staskal $40.00
New
New
Create a wonderful tote with your designer touch. Judy has designed a three piece, curved seam bag, done in two versions...wool and cotton. The tote has been embellished with wool pennies but can be personalized with your own applique design. Pattern required. 1 session Thu. Sep 27 5:30-8:30 Judy Hasheider $30.00
“where traditional meets contemporary”
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012 JUDY’S TRIANGLE LOGIC (formerly It’s OK II) This class builds on the techniques you learned in It’s OK (Judy’s Quilt Logic). There will be a trunk show of quilts and ideas, along with a lecture on math and methods for making triangle units. This further opens your world to help you design quilts or change scale or design in purchased patterns. 1 session Mon. Oct 22 5:30-8:30 Judy Hasheider $30.00
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. •Stitcher’s 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.
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.
KNIT CLUB Join Terry Rutlin this fall and explore the world of knitting. In October, Terry will unravel the mystery of yarn selection and how to substitute yarn and needles when necessary. Thursday, October 25th 6:00--8:00PM In November, Terry will be teaching Shadow Knitting. Add dimension to your knitting by simply using knit and purl stitches. Thursday, November 15th 6:00-8:00PM The fee for the two sessions is $35.00 or $20.00 for a single session.
FOLK ART CLUB with Judy Hasheider This year’s club will feature a sampling of several different wool projects. We will work on a satchel for carrying our projects, a pillow, a trio of pincushions, a tablemat and a surprise or two, all designed by Judy Hasheider. Meetings are on the third Wednesday of Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct and Dec. An afternoon group meets from 1:00-4:00PM and an evening group from 6:00-9:00PM. Wednesday, October 17th 1:00-4:00PM or 6:00-9:00PM The club fee is $50.00 and all patterns are included
BUYER’S CLUB For $50.00 per year, you may become a member of our Buyer’s Club. This will entitle you to 20% off throughout the year on all fabric, fibers and kits excluding DMC floss. You will receive a card which must be presented each time you make a purchase. Stop in for more details
“where traditional meets contemporary”
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012 QUILT SITTERS CIRCLE Quilt Sitters Circle meets six times a year with Judy Hasheider. Judy designs a new quilt for each meeting, using techniques learned in Judy’s Quilt Logic (formerly It’s OK I & II). Members receive the pattern and instruction for the quilt. Lots of camaraderie and a most inspirational show and tell every meeting.
RED & WHITE QUILT SHOW STITCHERS CROSSING September 5-20 Members of Judy’s Quilt Sitters Circle were challenged to create Red & White quilts, to be completed for show ‘n tell at our July meeting.
Tuesday, Sep 11th 1:30PM or 7:00PM
The inspiration for these quilts came from the exhibit Infinite Variety-Three Centuries of Red & White Quilts held in New York City, March, 2011.
Anyone who has taken It’s OK 1 and II is eligible to join. In 2012 we will meet the second Tuesday of the odd months (Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov) at 1:30PM or 7:00PM.
The quilts shown at QSC were so fabulous we wanted to share some of them with all of you. Over ten quilts will be on display at Stitchers Crossing from September 5th-20th.
January is the best time to join but new members are always welcome. The fee for the year is $50.00...if you bring a guest, the guest fee is $12.00.
PRAIRIE FLOWERS APPLIQUE Block Of The Month Our six month program inspired by Jo Morton’s Prairie Flowers Encore book will include background and applique fabrics for twelve blocks. Each flower block is fast and easy and a good way to spend time during the cooler weather sure to be coming our way. Kay Staskal will begin the series in October with a demo of her hand needle turn applique method, however you can choose your own method of applique. Each month you will pick up two more blocks. The second meeting will be in January to check in on your progress. At the last meeting in March, Kay will cover creative settings for your blocks to personalize your quilt. The first two blocks in the series are on display at the store. Oct (10/6/12); Jan (1/13/13); Mar (3/2/13) 10:00AM Club fee is $60.00 for twelve blocks. Book is required. You will receive 10% club discount on the book and finishing fabric for setting, border and backing.
QUILTS IN BLOOM Olbrich Botanical Gardens September 22-October 14 10:00AM-4:00PM Daily Enjoy the annual Quilts In Bloom show of beautiful original art quilts and fall flowers at Olbrich Gardens, 3330 Atwood Avenue, Madison. Art Quilt Sale September 22nd-23rd and September 29th-30th Choose from a variety of colorful wall hangings and table runners to give as a gifts or brightening your own home. For more information on these events, go to www.olbrich.org.
HELP WANTED Looking for someone with quilting and knitting experience to work three days per week. Scheduling is flexible but weekend hours are required. Please send resume or stop in to fill out an application.
Blocks will be available on the first Saturday of each month.
“where traditional meets contemporary”
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012 KNITTING RETREAT Take a little time for yourself to relax and enjoy knitting with friends and fellow knitters. You will receive 10% discount on all your purchases during retreat mornings. Join us on… Saturday, September 15th, 9:30AM-12:30PM
STATE SHOP HOP & LOCAL ROAD TRIP A big thank you to all who participated in our Wisconsin State Shop Hop and the South Central Wisconsin Road Trip! We had a great time and look forward to next year. Our State Shop Hop basket winner was Karen Millard. Our South Central Wisconsin Road Trip basket winner was Linda Owen. Congratulations ladies!!
and Saturday, October 13th, 9:30AM-12:30PM
BOOKS ARRIVING SEPT & OCT...
FABRICS ARRIVING SEPT & OCT...
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Easy Quilts For Beginners And Beyond from Quiltmaker
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Home Sweet Quilt by Jill Finley
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Kaufman
The Circus Batiks
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Cuddle Me Quick by Porter & Williamson
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Benartex
Rose Garden Batiks Monterey Batiks Tempo
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Free Form Embroidery by Judith Baker Montano
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In The Beginning
Extraordinary World
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Island Batik
Batiks
Beginner’s Guide To Free Motion Quilting by Natalia Bonner
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Moda
Juggling Summer Duck Duck Goose Flannels Kapalua
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Clothworks
Schoolies
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Andover
Frippery High Tide Jo’s Best Edo IQSC
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P&B
Love
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Northcott
Reptile Rumpus Flannel
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. We now have a fabulous design wall in our new classroom along with a commercial light table for tracing your applique or embroidery patterns. 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
September Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
2012
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Store Closed Labor Day
Quilt Expo-Sep 6-8
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11 QSC 1:30PM or 7:00PM
16 Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
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Lucky Stars 5:30-8:30PM
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Beginning Knitting 6:00-8:00PM
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Beginning Knitting 6:00-8:00PM
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Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
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Beginning Knitting 6:00-8:00PM
Tuesday
Wednesday
22 Book Signing 11:00AM-12:00PM Knitting Recipes: Cowls 12:30-3:30PM
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Log Cabin Primer 5:30-8:30PM
15 Knitting Retreat 9:30AM-12:30PM
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The Sassy Girl Satchel 5:30-9:00PM
29 Purple Cow Out Of The Box 10:00AM-3:00PM
30 Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
October
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Mittens In The Round 6:00-8:00PM
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15 Mittens In The Round 6:00-8:00PM
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16 Fingerless Gloves In The Round 6:00-8:00PM
22 Judy’s Triangle Logic 5:30-8:30PM
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12 Hand Needle Turn 10:00AM-12:30PM
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Basic Quiltmaking Part II-Triangles 12:30-3:30PM
5 Hand Needle Turn 10:00AM-12:30PM
Beginning Crochet 12:30-3:30PM
Basic Quiltmaking 12:30-3:30PM
Saturday
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13 Knitting Retreat 9:30AM-12:30PM
20 Beginning Landscape “Painting” With Fabric 9:30AM-4:30PM
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Fingerless Gloves In The Round 6:00-8:00PM
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Folk Art Club 1:00-4:00PM or 6:00-9:00PM
6 Prairie Flower Applique BOM 9:30AM Out Of The Bakery Box 12:30-4:30PM
25 Knit Club 6:00-8:00PM
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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]
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER, 2012
Store Hours: M-F: 9:30-6:00 Thu until 8:30 Sat: 9:30-5:00 Sun: 12:00-4:00
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 November 3rd 9:30AM-4:30PM Please call or stop into register for a half hour appointment (fee $45.00) for one quilt.
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