Classes

You may register for a class in person or by phone (608) 849-6473. Classes/events must be paid for at the time of registration. A class supply list can be picked up at the store, or mailed to you. Double punches will be given on your punch card for class supplies. Cancellations more than one week before a class will forfeit 10 percent of the fee. Cancellations less than one week before a class/event will forfeit the entire fee. Mill House Quilts reserves the right to cancel a class one week before the class if there is insufficient enrollment. You may send someone in your place. Our classrooms are upstairs. We are happy to assist you in carrying sewing machines. Our all day classes have the option of a catered lunch, or bring your own brown bag lunch.

Red Bird Hooked Penny Mat

Thursday, February 9 | 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and
Thursday, February 23 | 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Instructor: Louise Budde | Cost: $40

The art of wool appliqué and traditional hooking combine in this class to create a beautiful red bird mat. You will learn the basics of rug hooking using strips of wool and the skills needed to make a penny rug appliqué.  Lunch option available on February 9 only.

Beginning Quilting

Mondays, February 13, 20, 27 & March 5, 12, 19 & 26 |
9:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Denise Matson | Cost: $78

This is a complete beginner class. You’ll learn how to pick out fabric, use rotary cutting equipment, make blocks, put them together with sashing, add a border, quilt, and finally bind your quilt. Sewing machines will be needed starting with the third class. 

Beginning Electric Quilt (EQ)

Tuesday, Februay 14 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Instructor: Evelyn Larrison | Cost: $30

Have you wondered about the Electric Quilt software? Here is your chance to see what it is all about and investigate how it can be used to enhance and challenge your quilting skills. The demonstration will cover the highlights of the program and start you on your way with designing a block and quilt. You may bring your laptop and work along with Evelyn, but it is not mandatory for the class. We will be working with the EQ7 version of this exciting program. You can also bring EQ6 to the class.

Oval Toothbrush Rug

Thursdays, February 16 & 23 | 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Phyllis Karr | Cost: $35

This is a great class for learning how to make area rugs and using scraps. The name comes from the original needle which was a broken off toothbrush handle. The rugs are easy to make, can be any size, and any color.

Fan Sweatshirt Jacket

Wednesdays, February 22 & March 7 |
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Roberta Phillips | Cost: $40

Turn a cozy sweatshirt, new or used, into a knock out jacket by covering the front and back of the sweatshirt. Roberta is an expert with any sizing alterations that might be needed. You’ll end up with a soft, cozy, flattering jacket. Batiks make an especially classy look.

Cotton Theory-Log Cabin Topper

Fridays, February 24, March 2 & March 9 |
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Alice Brickl | Cost: $55

In this three week class you will take four traditionally pieced log cabin blocks and turn them into a reversible table topper or wall hanging.  The Cotton Theory Method of quilting will allow you to do this by quilting your small pieces first and then assembling them into the quilt.  You’ll learn decorative quilting, how to use a stencil for design quilting, The One Way Street Fold, The Freeway Fold, and the Magic Triangle for binding.  Your four log cabin blocks need to be pieced before the first class.

Cyndikation

Saturday, February 25 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and
Saturday, March 24 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Instructor: Cindy Fenster | Cost: $65

Would you like to say, “I quilted it myself.”? Cindy Fenster and Kathy Doyle have developed a technique called “cyndikation” which gives you the opportunity to successfully quilt your own quilts on your home sewing machine. Cyndikation allows you to divide your quilt into sections, quilt the sections, and then join the quilted sections together. Bring a quilt top you want to finish yourself. In the first session, Cindy will help you decide how to split the top into sections, help you plan a quilting design, and get you started quilting. The second session will teach the cyndikation technique. You’ll put at least two sections together.  Lunch option available on February 25 only.

Beginning Crazy Quilting

Wednesday, February 29 | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Instructor: Renee Shedivy | Cost: $40

If you are a beginner, or need a refresher, this class is for you. You’ll make a block from your favorite fabrics, and then learn ten basic stitches: blanket, cretan, lazy daisy, French knot, stem, couching, running, straight, fly, and fan. Ideas for adding beads, crystals, charms, and silk ribbon embroidery will be discussed. You’ll be ready to join our Crazy Quilting Club which is free and meets the first Thursday of the month 6:30-7:30pm.  Lunch option available.

Bead Embellishment - Beyond the Basics

Saturday, March 10 | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Instructor: Lisa Binkley | Cost: $55

Have you had some bead embroidery experience, or taken the Beginning Bead Embellishment class and now want to learn even more beautiful techniques?  Come to this class with a pair of sharp scissors and your creative thinking.   You’ll receive a kit with beads, thread, and a sampler base, plus hand-outs.  You’ll learn how to beautifully and securely incorporate larger beads, buttons, and cabochons into your quilts and bead embroideries.  You’ll also explore a variety of edge stitches and fringe techniques while creating a sampler for you to take home for future reference and inspiration.  Lunch option available.

More Information
Lisa Binkley

Fabric Selection Made Easy

Tuesday, March 13 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Instructor: Linda Halpin | Cost: $35

One of the hardest parts of making a quilt can be choosing the fabrics. This class will open new doors. You will construct a fabric selection guide book, and gain new knowledge in hands-on exercises that will give you confidence. No sewing in this class.  Linda Halpin

Mastering Hand Quilting

Tuesday, March 13 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Instructor: Linda Halpin | Cost: $35

Whether you have quilted before or not, this class is for you.  Begin as if you are new to the topic, and explore the world of poke-pull (or stab stitch) quilting. Executed differently from the running stitch, poke-pull quilting allows you to make quilting stitches that are truly reversible. No more calluses, no sore fingers, and no need for a thimble, pokepull quilting is especially good for those with arthritis, carpal tunnel, or limited flexibility due to mastectomies.   
Linda Halpin

Bali Wedding Star

Wednesdays, March 14 & April 18 | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Instructor: Donna Mather | Cost: $78

Learn how to blend gorgeous batiks into different color groups to create the arches in Judy Neimeyer’s stunning version of the wedding ring quilt. You will also learn how to strip piece with foundation paper piecing. This can be a great way to dig into your stash of 2 ½” batik strips. Kits are also available. Lunch option available.

Beginning Quilting

Thursdays, March 15, 22, 29 & April 5, 19 & 26 |
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Donna Mather | Cost: $78

Learn all the basics of quilt making in this six week class. In the first session you’ll learn how to use the Rotary cutter and how to pick fabrics. Then you’ll learn about machine piecing, settings, sashing, quilting and binding using patterns from the book Sampler Schoolhouse by Brenda Henning. You’ll be amazed at how great your sampler quilt turns out! You must know how to use your sewing machine.

Clutter Bug Bag

Friday, March 16 | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Instructor: Irene Stoll | Cost: $35

Clutter Bug Bag is a little bag with personality. The strap handle and button accents create a fun touch. Make it today and use it tonight.  Lunch option available.

Jelly Roll Race

Sunday, March 25 | 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Instructor: Katy Ripp | Cost: $25

What’s 1600 inches long and finishes at 52” x 68”?  A Jelly Roll quilt!  Join us for a fast, fun, easy project that will produce a finished lap size quilt top by the end of class.  We’ll see who’s the fastest, just for fun!

More Information
Watch the video!

Beginning Paper Piecing

Tuesday, March 27 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Kathy Doyle | Cost: $30

Learn an easy way to sew complicated angles and handle small pieces by using the paper piecing technique. Kathy has developed an easy method of teaching the steps involved in accurate paper piecing.

Estelle's Aria Jacket

Thursdays, March 29 & April 12, 2012 | 9:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Roberta Phillips | Cost: $40

Estelle’s Aria is a fun and EASY design creating a special jacket from a sweatshirt or t-shirt. Roberta created the design to accommodate any size shirt and it can be made with very little sewing experience.   The pieces are all fused together before they are sewn on the raw edges to permanently hold them onto the shirt.   Embellishing adds a fun dimension as you learn to couch a special trim to the raw edges and add another layer to the design. Learn several new techniques that can be used in other quilting projects in the future.  ***Featured Pattern at Nancy's Notions***