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 (Students must pay for 4 classes at a time - $80.) 3rd Thu of each month, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., Beth Kondoleon. First class is on January 17, 2019.
Cost: $ 80.00
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 (Students must pay for 4 classes at a time - $80.) 3rd Thu of each month, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., Beth Kondoleon. First class is on January 17, 2019.
Cost: $ 80.00
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 (Students must pay for 4 classes at a time - $80.) 3rd Thu of each month, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Beth Kondoleon. First class is on January 17, 2019.
Cost: $ 80.00
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 (Students must pay for 4 classes at a time - $80.) 3rd Thu of each month, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Beth Kondoleon. First class is on January 17, 2019.
Cost: $ 80.00
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.
Bubbles Quilt
Have you ever wondered how to insert a circle or an oval into a quilt? Let Helen teach you a piecing method that works every time. There is no hand-stitching or applique involved. The quilt will finish approximately 40" x 50", a small wall quilt or a cute baby quilt. Helen Hardwick, Saturday, August 17, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., $40, supply list.
Cost: $ 40.00
Have you ever wondered how to insert a circle or an oval into a quilt? Let Helen teach you a piecing method that works every time. There is no hand-stitching or applique involved. The quilt will finish approximately 40" x 50", a small wall quilt or a cute baby quilt. Helen Hardwick, Saturday, August 17, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., $40, supply list.
Cost: $ 40.00
Can you smell the pie?
A beautiful pumpkin collage that captures the essence of Fall. Collect some lovely orange fabrics, escape from the heat, and get ready for Autumn! Friday, Aug 23, and Thursday, August 29, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Sue Rohrke, $70 for the two sessions, supply list.
Cost: $ 70.00
A beautiful pumpkin collage that captures the essence of Fall. Collect some lovely orange fabrics, escape from the heat, and get ready for Autumn! Friday, Aug 23, and Thursday, August 29, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Sue Rohrke, $70 for the two sessions, supply list.
Cost: $ 70.00
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, October 5, 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, October 5, 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 Summer Sampler - Beginning Embroidery
Join Jennifer to make Crab-apple Hill's Summer Sampler, featuring lovely summer 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, Jul 11, Aug 8, Sep 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 Summer Sampler, featuring lovely summer 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, Jul 11, Aug 8, Sep 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
EQ8: Beyond the Basics
In the Beyond the Basics of EQ8 Class, students will build more complex quilts, modify existing blocks, learn to use the trace function and learn how to scan and import fabric and photos. The Library system is also taught so students can transfer designs from one project to another and record their own stash fabrics. Materials: Each student must have a PC or MAC running the latest operating system. Students needing to install the free classroom version of EQ8 should go to my web site "stitchesofcolor.com" and following the instructions to download and install. Instructor will provide the activation key at the beginning of class. Saturday, September 7, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Skip Norman, $40 teaching fee.
Cost: $ 40.00
In the Beyond the Basics of EQ8 Class, students will build more complex quilts, modify existing blocks, learn to use the trace function and learn how to scan and import fabric and photos. The Library system is also taught so students can transfer designs from one project to another and record their own stash fabrics. Materials: Each student must have a PC or MAC running the latest operating system. Students needing to install the free classroom version of EQ8 should go to my web site "stitchesofcolor.com" and following the instructions to download and install. Instructor will provide the activation key at the beginning of class. Saturday, September 7, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Skip Norman, $40 teaching fee.
Cost: $ 40.00
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: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
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. Saturday, Apr 27, May 18, Jun 22, Jul 27, Aug 24, 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. Saturday, Apr 27, May 18, Jun 22, Jul 27, Aug 24, 9:00 a.m. - noon, Jennifer Adams, $25.
Cost: $ 25.00
Pincushion - Felted wool, Sue Spargo
Come and join Judy for a fun class and learn to applique and embellish with wool. All supplies are included, you just need to bring scissors (and walnut shells). Judy Cummings, Monday, September 23, 9:00 - 4:00 p.m., $40.
Cost: $ 40.00
Come and join Judy for a fun class and learn to applique and embellish with wool. All supplies are included, you just need to bring scissors (and walnut shells). Judy Cummings, Monday, September 23, 9:00 - 4:00 p.m., $40.
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
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: $ 30.00
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: $ 30.00
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
