Thimbles and Things Block of the Month Classes

Most classes run for 1 year, dates reflect just the next 4 months. Some of the classes may have already started, but are flexible for starting. Check with Sue or the teacher for future class dates.

Paper Piece—Judy Neidmeyer Patterns Jennifer will help you learn the steps to complete a successful paper piece project.. You can choose from one of many Judy Neidmeyer patterns and we can even co-ordinate the fabric for you. Paper piecing is one of those techniques every quilter should know how to do, it really isn't that hard! Work once a month at your own pace. Teacher: Jennifer Ricca Dates: Mon.Jan 3, Feb 7, March 7, April 4 Time: 9 - 12 Fee: $15 month + pattern
American Beauty This stunning quilt can be completed using the black and pink fabric or the white and pink floral, either way, the outcome of this 12 block quilt is sensational. Using Marti Michell templates (don’t let that deter you!) the blocks are amazingly simple and you will finish with points intact! Teacher: Sue Polera Dates: Mon. Jan. 3, Feb 7, March 7, April 4 Time: 1 - 4 p.m. Fee: $15/month
Work With Wanda Join Wanda and work on one of her many machine applique patterns. Muskoka Rocks or Wings over Canadan or any of the Piecemakers Calendar patterns. This is a great class to learn how to machine applique and learn about the various types of fusibles which can be used. Samples are in the store. Teacher: Wanada Milankov Dates: Tuesday Jan. 4, Feb 8, March 8, April 5 Time: 9 - 12 Fee: $15/month + pattern
This & That A charming block of the month quilt featuring 6 different blocks to make and then learn how to add sashing and borders to finish the quilt. This project is perfect for the beginner quilter - we can help with colour selection. Teacher: Sue Polera Dates: Tuesday Jan. 4, Feb 8, March 8, April 5 Time: 1 - 4 p.m. Fee: $15/month + pattern
A Hand Appliquéd Journey Relax in class as you hand stitch your way through a hand appliquéd project of your choice. Check out the new Rose of Sharon applique book from Canadian author Sharon Pederson, with a winning block designed by local quilter Diane Gronfors. Teacher: Clara Tingey Dates: Wednesday Jan. 5, Feb 9, March 9, April 6 Time: 9 - 12 or Friday Jan 7, Feb 4, March 11, April 8 Time: 9—12 Fee: $15/month + pattern/book
Pam Bono Designs Pam Bono is a quilt designer who loves to have her quilts look like appliques. Merilyn will help you each month as you work on one of her many patterns. Choose from Out of the Darkness, Baltimore Beauties, Remembrance Poppies just to name a few. Teacher: Merilyn Vyse Date: Thursday Jan 6, Feb 10, March 10, April 7 Time: 9—12 Fee: $15/month + pattern
Count On It/Monthly Mini Calendars The Art to Heart Quilt features 12 blocks depicting each month of the calendar year. Make a block every month for a special calendar wall hanging or to decorate a wall. Each block is 12” square. Monthly mini calendar hang ups are similar but only 6 x 24” perfect for the office or small spot on the wall. Matching hangers are also available. Choose either of the machine appliqué projects offered by KathyAnne. Teacher: Kathy-Anne Carr Dates: Thurs. Jan 6, Feb 10, March 10, April 7 Time: 1 - 4 p.m. Fee: $15/month + book
Penny Haren's Pieced Applique Don’t let the work applique turn you off - these 6” blocks are perfect for first time hand appliquers or avid stitchers. They provide interest with a bit of machine piecing and a bit of applique. Learn the technique and get hooked for all the blocks in the series. teacher: sue Bodis Dates: Friday Jan 7, Feb 4, March 11, April 8 Time 1—4 p.m. Fee: $15/month + pattern
Twas the Night Before Christmas A bit of piecing a bit of applique and a whole lot of fun describes the newest pattern fro m Bunny Hill designs. Our monthly class will focus on different techniques while creating this stunning quilt that will be ready for Christmas 2011! Kits will be available for those who don’t have a stash! Dates: Thurs. Jan 20, Feb 17. March 17, April 21 Time: 9 - 12 Fee: $15/month + pattern
SeW Squared with Sue and Wanda Learn how to make intricate blocks with just squares and rectangles and the Square in a square ruler. Each month a different project will be offered or choose your own Square in a Square pattern to work on. Dates: Wed. January 5, Feb 9, March 9, April 6 Time: 1 - 4 p.m. Fee: $15/month
Thimbleberries club Join this monthly get together where we chat about all that is new in thimbleberries stuff and also what’s new in the store. Demos, tips and techniques and of course show and share are all part of the 1 1/2 hour infomerial. Border Blast is the queen size quilt to be worked on throughout the year. Lots of bonusprojects exclusive to thimbleberries members. Dates: Last Thursday of the month Times: 9:00, 11:30, 2:00p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Fee: $25/year
Mystery Club We have enjoyed the Bordercreek Mystery quilts for the past 5 years and we look forward to another exciting adventure. Our mini class session will explore the monthly clues so you can sew at home. Choose of size and colours. Note: This class started in October but space is still available for starting in January - don’t miss out! Dates: Mon January 17, Feb 14, March 21, April 18 Time: 9:00 & 11:00 Fee: $25
SeW Squared Block of the Month Wanda has just finished putting her sample together and it is outstanding! Every month you will be introduced to a new way of making pieced blocks through the Square in a Square method. You’ll love the intricacies of the block made just from strips and squares. Dates: Tues, January 11, Feb 15, March 15, April 12 Time: 9 - 12 or 1 - 4 p.m. Sat. Jan 8, Feb 12, March 12, April 9 Time: 9 - 12 Fee: $15/month includes pattern
After school Kids Classes Share your love of sewing with the special children in your life. The basics of using a sewing machine while making a bag will instill creativity and excitement as they advance on to Pajamas and more. Weekly class $10 Teacher: Sara deVries Dates: Every Monday 4 - 5 p.m. Starting January 3 Ages 8 - 12 Every Tuesday 4 - 5 p.m. Starting January 4 Ages 12 - 16
Jinny Beyer Block of the Month Flowers Jinny has designed some beautiful paper peiced flowers and we will recreate these making 2 a month. The setting is quite unique giving it a lattice effect. Teacher: Sue Polera Dates: Tuesday. Jan 25, March 1, April 19, May 10 Time: 1 - 4 p.m. $60 - includes all patterns.

Monthly Classes at thimbles & things

Most classes run for 1 year, dates reflect just the next 4 months. Some of the classes may have already started, but are flexible for starting. Check with Sue or the teacher for future class dates.