Class Cancellation Policy
Click on the name of the class to see the teacher, schedule, and other information for that class.
To reserve a place in a class, the class fee must be paid at the time you register. Thistle Dew Quilt Shoppe (TDQS) reserves the right to cancel a class if the required minimum enrollment is not met. Earliest notification will be given and the participant may choose either a full refund or a TDQS credit.
If a student cannot attend a class, for whatever reason, a refund will be given only if the student notifies TDQS at least one week (7 days) before the class start date. This is because the teacher needs at least 1 week to prepare for the class, and the teacher and Thistle Dew incur expenses to set up the class.
Classes
American Girl Doll Sit & Sew (Ongoing)
All you moms, grandmas, and aunties ... come and join Susan and share patterns and ideas to make garments for your special little girl's American Girl (or other 18") doll. Susan will have lots of adorable clothes to share with you. Bring your sewing machine (or knitting needles, crochet hooks, etc.) and be prepared to be creative and have a great time. (4th Thursday of each month, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.) NOTE: Feb 2019 class will be Feb 14 2019.
Cost: $ 5.00
All you moms, grandmas, and aunties ... come and join Susan and share patterns and ideas to make garments for your special little girl's American Girl (or other 18") doll. Susan will have lots of adorable clothes to share with you. Bring your sewing machine (or knitting needles, crochet hooks, etc.) and be prepared to be creative and have a great time. (4th Thursday of each month, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.) NOTE: Feb 2019 class will be Feb 14 2019.
Cost: $ 5.00
Beginning Quilting 2019 - Sunday - Dana
These sessions are for very beginning quilters -- those who have never quilted before. (You must have a sewing machine and know how to use it.) You will use the book Holiday Wishes to learn the basics of quilting and make a sampler quilt. $20/class (Students must pay for 4 sessions at a time - $80.) 2nd Sun of each month, 12:30 -- 3:30 p.m., Dana Lahargoue. Class started April 14, 2019. No August class; two September classes - 9/8 and 9/29.
Cost: $ 80.00
These sessions are for very beginning quilters -- those who have never quilted before. (You must have a sewing machine and know how to use it.) You will use the book Holiday Wishes to learn the basics of quilting and make a sampler quilt. $20/class (Students must pay for 4 sessions at a time - $80.) 2nd Sun of each month, 12:30 -- 3:30 p.m., Dana Lahargoue. Class started April 14, 2019. No August class; two September classes - 9/8 and 9/29.
Cost: $ 80.00
Beginning Quilting 2019 - Thursday afternoon - Beth
These sessions are for very beginning quilters -- those who have never quilted before. You will use the book Make Your First Quilt to learn the basics of quilting and make a sampler quilt. $20/class, 3rd Thu of each month, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., Beth Kondoleon. Students may start this class any time during the year, as long as there is space available.
Cost: $ 20.00
These sessions are for very beginning quilters -- those who have never quilted before. You will use the book Make Your First Quilt to learn the basics of quilting and make a sampler quilt. $20/class, 3rd Thu of each month, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., Beth Kondoleon. Students may start this class any time during the year, as long as there is space available.
Cost: $ 20.00
Beginning Quilting 2019 - Thursday morning - Beth
These sessions are for very beginning quilters -- those who have never quilted before. You will use the book Make Your First Quilt to learn the basics of quilting and make a sampler quilt. $20/class, 3rd Thu of each month, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Beth Kondoleon. Students may start this class any time during the year, as long as there is space available.
Cost: $ 20.00
These sessions are for very beginning quilters -- those who have never quilted before. You will use the book Make Your First Quilt to learn the basics of quilting and make a sampler quilt. $20/class, 3rd Thu of each month, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Beth Kondoleon. Students may start this class any time during the year, as long as there is space available.
Cost: $ 20.00
Blankets for Preemies (Ongoing)
Come and help make blankets for the Sutter Roseville NICU. A blanket on top of an isolette helps retain warmth, muffles noises, and allows parents to easily identify their baby, and the blanket goes with the family when the baby's stay at the NICU is finished. Bring supplies to make a blanket of your choice (quilted, knitted, crocheted, fleeced, etc.) and a potluck dish to share. Finished blankets should be 36"x36". This is a good opportunity for young people looking to fulfill community service requirements. If you would like to donate supplies or participate on your own at home, contact Susan. 3rd Friday of each month, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Come and help make blankets for the Sutter Roseville NICU. A blanket on top of an isolette helps retain warmth, muffles noises, and allows parents to easily identify their baby, and the blanket goes with the family when the baby's stay at the NICU is finished. Bring supplies to make a blanket of your choice (quilted, knitted, crocheted, fleeced, etc.) and a potluck dish to share. Finished blankets should be 36"x36". This is a good opportunity for young people looking to fulfill community service requirements. If you would like to donate supplies or participate on your own at home, contact Susan. 3rd Friday of each month, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Collage Class
You've probably seen Laura Heine's wonderful, whimsical collage patterns. If you've been wanting to make one (or more!), but need some help learning the technique, this is the class for you. You can choose one of Laura Heine's patterns or one of Michele's. Michele has designed a Sugar Skull and a Chameleon. You will learn the technique and start the collage process in class, and Michele will give you instructions on how to complete your project at home. Saturday, November 2, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Michele Groth, $40 for the class, supply list (including pattern).
Cost: $ 40.00
You've probably seen Laura Heine's wonderful, whimsical collage patterns. If you've been wanting to make one (or more!), but need some help learning the technique, this is the class for you. You can choose one of Laura Heine's patterns or one of Michele's. Michele has designed a Sugar Skull and a Chameleon. You will learn the technique and start the collage process in class, and Michele will give you instructions on how to complete your project at home. Saturday, November 2, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Michele Groth, $40 for the class, supply list (including pattern).
Cost: $ 40.00
Confetti Art Quilting
In this class, you will create your own design -- it can either be all confetti or a mix of fussy-cut fabrics and confetti. For inspirations, look at paintings by Impressionists -- flowers, trees, pathways, etc. Once your design is complete, you can sew the project into a wall hanging or quilt. (You probably won't get to the point of needing your sewing machine in class, but you might want to put your machine in your car, just in case.) Saturday, January 18, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. $45 class fee includes 4 packages of pre-made fabric confetti.
Cost: $ 45.00
In this class, you will create your own design -- it can either be all confetti or a mix of fussy-cut fabrics and confetti. For inspirations, look at paintings by Impressionists -- flowers, trees, pathways, etc. Once your design is complete, you can sew the project into a wall hanging or quilt. (You probably won't get to the point of needing your sewing machine in class, but you might want to put your machine in your car, just in case.) Saturday, January 18, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. $45 class fee includes 4 packages of pre-made fabric confetti.
Cost: $ 45.00
Continuing Quilting 2019 - Afternoon
These sessions are for advanced beginners and intermediate quilters. If you've done a little quilting, but still have questions, this is the class for you. (If you've never quilted before, you should take a Beginning Quilting class first.) Students may choose their own project, but must have their project approved by Judy. 3rd Tue of each month, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., Judy Cummings, $20/session.
Cost: $ 20.00
These sessions are for advanced beginners and intermediate quilters. If you've done a little quilting, but still have questions, this is the class for you. (If you've never quilted before, you should take a Beginning Quilting class first.) Students may choose their own project, but must have their project approved by Judy. 3rd Tue of each month, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., Judy Cummings, $20/session.
Cost: $ 20.00
Continuing Quilting 2019 - Morning
These sessions are for advanced beginners and intermediate quilters. If you've done a little quilting, but still have questions, this is the class for you. (If you've never quilted before, you should take a Beginning Quilting class first.) Students may choose their own project, but must have their project approved by Judy. 3rd Tue of each month, 9:00 a.m.-noon, Judy Cummings, $20 per session.
Cost: $ 20.00
These sessions are for advanced beginners and intermediate quilters. If you've done a little quilting, but still have questions, this is the class for you. (If you've never quilted before, you should take a Beginning Quilting class first.) Students may choose their own project, but must have their project approved by Judy. 3rd Tue of each month, 9:00 a.m.-noon, Judy Cummings, $20 per session.
Cost: $ 20.00
Crab-apple Hill Fall Sampler - Beginning Embroidery
Join Jennifer to make Crab-apple Hill's Autumn Sampler, featuring fall flowers. This is a beginning embroidery class, and the project is also embellished with wool leaves. In the first class, you will trace the pattern and learn about color choices. You may use the floss colors suggested on the pattern, or if you are making a pillow, bring your border fabric to the first class and Jennifer will help you choose flosses to match the fabric. You will learn embroidery stitches and wool applique in the second and third classes. Second Thursday, Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Jennifer Adams, $60 for three sessions, supply list. (Students must purchase pattern and wool kit).
Cost: $ 60.00
Join Jennifer to make Crab-apple Hill's Autumn Sampler, featuring fall flowers. This is a beginning embroidery class, and the project is also embellished with wool leaves. In the first class, you will trace the pattern and learn about color choices. You may use the floss colors suggested on the pattern, or if you are making a pillow, bring your border fabric to the first class and Jennifer will help you choose flosses to match the fabric. You will learn embroidery stitches and wool applique in the second and third classes. Second Thursday, Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Jennifer Adams, $60 for three sessions, supply list. (Students must purchase pattern and wool kit).
Cost: $ 60.00
Embroidery (Hand) - Beginning
Using Kathy Schmitz's "Quilt Sampler" pattern, you will learn several embroidery stitches (and how to prepare your fabric and trace the pattern). The sampler is about 8"x10", so it will be perfect for a sewing room wall hanging or a pillow! Judy Cummings, Tuesday, Oct 22 & 29, 9:00 a.m. - noon, $40, supply list, including pattern.
Cost: $ 40.00
Using Kathy Schmitz's "Quilt Sampler" pattern, you will learn several embroidery stitches (and how to prepare your fabric and trace the pattern). The sampler is about 8"x10", so it will be perfect for a sewing room wall hanging or a pillow! Judy Cummings, Tuesday, Oct 22 & 29, 9:00 a.m. - noon, $40, supply list, including pattern.
Cost: $ 40.00
Free Motion Quilting - Beginning - Beth (daytime)
Want to learn how to free motion quilt on your home machine? Come join the fun with Beth as she teaches you the basics in this beginning level class. She will introduce you to several stitches along with tips and tricks for free motion quilting. Sat, Nov 16 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Beth Kondoleon, $50, supply list.
Cost: $ 50.00
Want to learn how to free motion quilt on your home machine? Come join the fun with Beth as she teaches you the basics in this beginning level class. She will introduce you to several stitches along with tips and tricks for free motion quilting. Sat, Nov 16 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Beth Kondoleon, $50, supply list.
Cost: $ 50.00
Fresh Cut - Sue Spargo 2019
This was the 2017 Sue Spargo BOM and features beuatiful flowers and birds. Judy will guide you through the process of creating your unique masterpiece using Sue's design. We have lots of wools and embellishment threads for you to work with. Some experience with wool applique and embellilshment is required. (This is not a beginning class.) Judy Cummings, 2nd Tues of the month through December 2019, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., $10/session. Students must pay for 3 sessions at a time.
Cost: $ 10.00
This was the 2017 Sue Spargo BOM and features beuatiful flowers and birds. Judy will guide you through the process of creating your unique masterpiece using Sue's design. We have lots of wools and embellishment threads for you to work with. Some experience with wool applique and embellilshment is required. (This is not a beginning class.) Judy Cummings, 2nd Tues of the month through December 2019, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., $10/session. Students must pay for 3 sessions at a time.
Cost: $ 10.00
Garment University #3 2019
In this class, students will have an understanding of sewing a basic pattern and will come with a project of their choice to sew while in class. This is a sewing class that will allow student to receive help with their garment and help with fit. This is an advanced class. 4th Saturday of the month, 9:00 a.m. - noon, Jennifer Adams, $25.
Cost: $ 25.00
In this class, students will have an understanding of sewing a basic pattern and will come with a project of their choice to sew while in class. This is a sewing class that will allow student to receive help with their garment and help with fit. This is an advanced class. 4th Saturday of the month, 9:00 a.m. - noon, Jennifer Adams, $25.
Cost: $ 25.00
Machine Quilting with Your Walking Foot
Can't quite get the hang of free motion quilting? Come join Beth as she shows you how to quilt with your walking foot. You will learn some basics of the walking foot, then move on to do some matchstick and crosshatch quilting. We will explore using some of your decorative stitches along with quilting some curves, circles, and radiating designs. Beth will demonstrate which templates you can use to make life easier. So come join the fun and start quilting those tops! Sunday, October 20, Noon. - 4:00 p.m. Beth Kondoleon, $40, supply list.
Cost: $ 40.00
Can't quite get the hang of free motion quilting? Come join Beth as she shows you how to quilt with your walking foot. You will learn some basics of the walking foot, then move on to do some matchstick and crosshatch quilting. We will explore using some of your decorative stitches along with quilting some curves, circles, and radiating designs. Beth will demonstrate which templates you can use to make life easier. So come join the fun and start quilting those tops! Sunday, October 20, Noon. - 4:00 p.m. Beth Kondoleon, $40, supply list.
Cost: $ 40.00
Mondo Bag
Learn how to make this beautiful, roomy, "foundation pieced" bag. Once you make one, you'll want to make several. They're great for gifts, too! Friday, November 1, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Marlene Bixenman, $40 teaching fee, supply list. Students must purchase pattern with foundation.
Cost: $ 40.00
Learn how to make this beautiful, roomy, "foundation pieced" bag. Once you make one, you'll want to make several. They're great for gifts, too! Friday, November 1, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Marlene Bixenman, $40 teaching fee, supply list. Students must purchase pattern with foundation.
Cost: $ 40.00
Mr Snowman Door Hanger
This snowman will look adorable on your front door to greet guests or on a wall in your home to celebrate the season. Sunday, November 24 and December 1, 12:30- 4:00 p.m., Dana Lahargoue, $40 for the class, supply list. Students must buy pattern.
Cost: $ 40.00
This snowman will look adorable on your front door to greet guests or on a wall in your home to celebrate the season. Sunday, November 24 and December 1, 12:30- 4:00 p.m., Dana Lahargoue, $40 for the class, supply list. Students must buy pattern.
Cost: $ 40.00
One Block Wonder
Helen Hardwick, Friday, October 4 and 25, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., $65, supply list.
Cost: $ 65.00
Helen Hardwick, Friday, October 4 and 25, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., $65, supply list.
Cost: $ 65.00
Rockport Tote
Join Dana to make this beautiful, sturdy tote that can be used as a purse, project bag, overnight bag, airline carry-on ... you name it! Dana Lahargoue, Wed, Nov 6 & 13, 5:30-8:30 p.m, $40, supply list, including pattern.
Cost: $ 40.00
Join Dana to make this beautiful, sturdy tote that can be used as a purse, project bag, overnight bag, airline carry-on ... you name it! Dana Lahargoue, Wed, Nov 6 & 13, 5:30-8:30 p.m, $40, supply list, including pattern.
Cost: $ 40.00
Round the Garden 2019 - Wednesday morning
This is an award winning quilt designed by Wendy Williams, an Australian designer. It is felted wool appliqued on cotton/linen and then embellished. It features a circle of houses around whimsical gardens. 3rd Wed, 9:00 a.m. - noon, Beth Kondoleon, $20/class. Students must sign up for 3 sessions at a time.
Cost: $ 60.00
This is an award winning quilt designed by Wendy Williams, an Australian designer. It is felted wool appliqued on cotton/linen and then embellished. It features a circle of houses around whimsical gardens. 3rd Wed, 9:00 a.m. - noon, Beth Kondoleon, $20/class. Students must sign up for 3 sessions at a time.
Cost: $ 60.00
Spin Me Around
This is a new technique to make fun blocks that can be turned into table runners, placemats, or small quilts to decorate your home or give as gifts. You will learn how to make the block and get ideas for projects. Use two focal fabrics, coordinating fabrics for strips, or make it scrappy! Lee Perkins, Sunday, November 17, Noon - 4:00 p.m., $30, supply list.
Cost: $ 30.00
This is a new technique to make fun blocks that can be turned into table runners, placemats, or small quilts to decorate your home or give as gifts. You will learn how to make the block and get ideas for projects. Use two focal fabrics, coordinating fabrics for strips, or make it scrappy! Lee Perkins, Sunday, November 17, Noon - 4:00 p.m., $30, supply list.
Cost: $ 30.00
Sue Spargo 2019 BOM - Forest for the Trees
Come and join Judy to stitch on Sue Spargo's 2019 BOM - Forest for the Trees. You'll have the incentive to keep up with this beautiful block-of-the-month and be inspired by your fellow students. And of course, Judy is there to help you. You must be enrolled in this BOM with Sue Spargo to participate in this group. 3rd Mon of the month, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., $30 for 3 session, Judy Cummings. NOTE: April 15 class has been moved to April 22.
Cost: $ 10.00
Come and join Judy to stitch on Sue Spargo's 2019 BOM - Forest for the Trees. You'll have the incentive to keep up with this beautiful block-of-the-month and be inspired by your fellow students. And of course, Judy is there to help you. You must be enrolled in this BOM with Sue Spargo to participate in this group. 3rd Mon of the month, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., $30 for 3 session, Judy Cummings. NOTE: April 15 class has been moved to April 22.
Cost: $ 10.00
Sue Spargo Project Sew 2019
This Project Sew is for students who have taken one of Judy Cummings' Sue Spargo classes and want to come and work on their project and get some help from Judy. This is not a beginning handwork class. Judy will be available for help only on Sue's projects. Come for a couple of hours or stay all day. 2nd Sat of the month, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., beginning Feb 9, 2019, $10 per class, Judy Cummings. Students must pay for 3 classes at a time.
Cost: $ 30.00
This Project Sew is for students who have taken one of Judy Cummings' Sue Spargo classes and want to come and work on their project and get some help from Judy. This is not a beginning handwork class. Judy will be available for help only on Sue's projects. Come for a couple of hours or stay all day. 2nd Sat of the month, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., beginning Feb 9, 2019, $10 per class, Judy Cummings. Students must pay for 3 classes at a time.
Cost: $ 30.00
Sue Spargo Twitter
Join Judy and make this "fun flock of cheeky birds, stitched onto a bright blue background and embellished with a rainbow of perle cotton threads". 1st Tuesday, Jan 7, Feb 4, Mar 3, 2020, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Judy Cummings. $75 for the three sessions. Students must have Inspirations magazine #102. Supply list is in the magazine.
Cost: $ 75.00
Join Judy and make this "fun flock of cheeky birds, stitched onto a bright blue background and embellished with a rainbow of perle cotton threads". 1st Tuesday, Jan 7, Feb 4, Mar 3, 2020, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Judy Cummings. $75 for the three sessions. Students must have Inspirations magazine #102. Supply list is in the magazine.
Cost: $ 75.00
Tulip Tote Sit & Sew
For continuing Tulip Tote students only. Judy Cummings, 2nd Mon, 9:00 a.m. - noon, thru Dec 9, 2019.
Cost: $ 10.00
For continuing Tulip Tote students only. Judy Cummings, 2nd Mon, 9:00 a.m. - noon, thru Dec 9, 2019.
Cost: $ 10.00