Classes
Details and sign up go to classes at www.quiltedstrait.com
 Innovative TraditionalsInstructor: Janet FoggTwo day class: April 28 & 29th
10 am to 4 pmTake your favorite quilt blocks on the journey of innovation in this design workshop. Working within the design parameter of using a traditional block innovatively, enjoy being part of a group exploration of looking at blocks in different ways. Experience creativity exercises such as brainstorming and image/block juxtapositioning. Original pattern drawing and curved machine piecing will be taught in class.
Journey of a Quilt Artist Lecture
Journey of a Quilt Artist - Janet Fogg LectureThursday, April 28th, 7 pmFee: $18.00 if preregistered, ($22.00 at the door)
With colorful narrative and a vibrant slide or trunk show, Janet Fogg shares with her audience the milestones and inspirations of her quilting journey. Learn from Janet as she shares her methods for creating quilt art that is both visually and conceptually compelling and experience her enthusiam for instilling confidence and creativity in others.
The Lotus Thread Painting Workshop
 Instructor: Barbara Shapel
Class Fee: $85.00
One Session Class: Friday, March 25, 2011, 10 am to 4:30 pm
This workshop focuses on working with various stitches to create the lotus flower and pond lilies. Topics covered include what thread to use and when, the order of quilting, using a hoop, outlining, and transferring images to fabric. We will also discuss how to make the piece two-sided. The finished size of this piece will be approximately 15" x 24".
Spirals Class
Instructor: Barbara Shapel
Class Fee: $85.00 One Session Class: Saturday, March 26, 2011, 10 am to 4:30 pm
Spirals class by Barbara Shapel at Quilted Strait. A passage, a flower, or even a shell - which will you choose? This pattern can be interpreted in several distinctly different ways. In any way, however, the value of the fabric will be important in making the overall results sing. By using an easy freezer paper machine appliqué method, this complex-looking design is actually quite easy to make! The pattern includes a full-sized master drawing and step-by-step instructions to complete a quilt that measures 36" square when completed. Workshop participants will also learn quilting options to make the piece even more dynamic. In addition, we will also discuss options for the reverse side of the quilt.
The Cutest Bag, Ever !
Cutest Little Bag, Ever
Instructor: Vicki Adams
One Session Class:Sunday, March 20, 1 to 4 pm
These bags are easy and fun to make. You just need three fat quarters and a little time, and you will have a great little bag. You should be able to finish your bag in class. This is Vicki's own design and she will also talk about customizing the bags by adding pockets and changing the size.
 Woven Quilts
Woven Quilts
Instructor: Ann Jones
One Session Class:Saturday March 26, 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
From the book Simply Stunning Woven Quilts learn to weave a stunning background for your appliqué. We will be weaving the 19.5" by 19.5" background as pictured in book in the Spring Flowers project, page 12. Also learn to appliqué using the project in the book or bring another appliqué design if you like. You should be warned that weaving may be addictive.
 Ink Workshop - Children at Play
Children at Play Ink WorkshopInstructor: Barb SchultzOne Session Class: Sunday, March 27th, 11 am to 4 pmUse Tsukineko Inks to color this clever Redwork Panel by Karen Snyder and Timeless Treasures Fabrics. Barb will assist you with color choices and techniques. You will work on the inking panel in class and Barb will provide ideas for finishing your panel into a wall hanging or quilt. You may also choose a flower and basket redwork panel if you choose. Supply list will be mailed to you.
 Practical Beginning Patchwork
Practical Patchwork for Beginners
Instructor: Paige Clifford
Three Session Class: Sundays, April 17, May 1st and 22ndTuesday, May 3, 12 am to 4:30 pm You will learn to practice essential quilting skills as you make this playful pattern. Simple patchwork and lots of helpful tips will make putting this generously sized lap quilt together lots of fun. In three sessions the class will cover rotary cutting, chain piecing, quilting designs and finishing touches. Students should be familiar with basic sewing skills, but not know anything about quilting. The class registration fee includes a copy of the book "The Practical Guide to Patchwork", which is a wonderful resource for quilters at any level, and includes the pattern for this and other quilting projects.
 Bears Come Out at Night Quilt
Instructor: Maggie Ball One Session Class: Wednesday, March 23,
10:30 to 4:30 pm This charming crib quilt or wall hanging features Sawtooth Star Bear Paw blocks set with three sizes of Ohio Stars. Choose a variety of colors and make your stars shine out like gems. In this class, emphasis is placed on precise piecing. You'll learn techniques to make your triangles precise and pristine.
Introduction to Cotton Theory Quilting Intro to Cotton Theory Quilting Instructor: Mo Harrah One Session Class: Saturday, March 19, 10:30 am to 4 pm Cotton Theory is a patented technique of " Quilt First, Then Assemble" developed by Betty Cotton, quilter and author. This technique opens the door for quilters to start and finish their quilts on their own home sewing machines. We will start and FINISH a table topper using Cotton Theory techniques. Your class kit will be precut allowing you to concentrate on the technique instruction as we needed to adjust SOMEWHERE to allow time for visiting and FUN! Urban Log Cabin Beginning Quiltmaking Class
Instructor: Peggy St. George
Two Session Class:Saturdays, April 2 and May 7, 10:30 to 2:30 pm Learn to make this great Urban Log Cabin quilt with experienced quilt instructor Peggy St. George. Rotary cutting and sewing techniques make this quilt go quickly. This class is for those who want to try quilting want to learn or review correct cutting and piecing techniques. You will complete the quilt top by the end of the second class and receive instruction for easy machine techniques for finishing your quilt. You do not need and quilting or rotary cutting experience, but you do need to know how to sew on your sewing machine.
 A Fresh Approach to Quiltmaking was originally set to start in March, but has been delayed - Part 3 will be April 9th.
A Fresh Approach to Quiltmaking - Part 3,4 and 5
Instructor: Pat Oden
Class Fee: $50.00 each session or $130.00 for all three sessions Session 3 Class:Saturday, April 9, 10:00am to 4:00 pm - Session 4 Class: Saturday, May 14th, 10 am to 4 pm and Session 5 Class: Saturday May 21, 10am to 4 pm A FRESH APPROACH TO QUILTMAKING
Sessions 3, 4 and 5 of the Fresh Approach Workshops will continue to explore the elements of design as applied to quiltmaking. The third session emphasizes foreground/background, lines and shapes, scale, proportion, and construction challenges. Sessions 4 looks at lots of sources of inspiration including adaptation of traditional patterns, photos, prints, etc. to create new, original designs. Session 5 zeros in on a favorite idea that has been discovered in one of the earlier sessions and expands into two new compositions.
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