Classes at the Hive

Class Schedule
April – September

Thimbleberries Club
Instructor: Linda Ward Wed. April 14, May 12, June 16, July 14, Aug. 18, Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Nov. 17 & Dec. 15 6 pm – 8:pm
OR
Sat. April 17, May 15, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21, Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20 & Dec. 18
10 am – 12 Noon
Fee: Free

Patrick Lose Club
Hostess: Ann Townsend & Sandy Parkins
Dates for the club:
Wed. April 21, May 19, June 30, July 21, Aug. 11, (date change to Sept 29) Oct. 20, (date change to Thurs. Nov 11) No Dec meeting.
Fee: Free

Project Wednesday
Project Wednesday will be once a month. This event will be the fourth Wednesday with some exceptions. The dates will be following. On those Wednesdays we will feature a book, pattern or a technique. We will have samples for you to see and will give instruction. Project Wednesday will be all day so just stop in anytime during business hours.
Wed. April 28, May 26, June 23, July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 22, Oct. 27, Nov. 17 & Dec. 15
10 am – 8 pm

30’s Club
Instructor: Joan Hobbs
These are the dates for the 1930’s Club for 2010:
Wed. April 28, May 26, June 23, July 28, Aug 25, Sept. 22, Oct. 27, Nov. 10 & Dec. 8
6 pm – 8 pm
Fee: Free

Tea Party
Hosted by: Kimberly Modesto
Back by popular request we will be having a Tea Party! There will be 2 seatings, you will be served the traditional tea sandwiches and desserts.
Of course, a demo and prizes will all be included at the party! Sign up early seating goes quickly. Bring your special tea cup to the tea.
Sat. May 1
11:15 am – 12:30 pm
Fee: $15
OR
1:15 pm – 2:30 pm

Come & Sew
Hosted by: Joan & Linda
Give yourself a break and join us for a sew day. You will enjoy the fellowship of other quilter’s and no interruptions. Class fee includes lunch.
Mon. May 3, June 7, July 5, Aug. 2,
10 am – 4 pm
Fri. May 14, June 18, July 16, Aug 20 & Sept. 17
10 am – 4 pm
Fee: $10

Block Club - 2010
Instructor: Dianne Croom
Stop by the shop for more information and pick up your Block Club rules.
Dates are as follows: May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4, Sept. 1, Oct. 6, Nov. 3 & Dec. 1
Demo times for the blocks are as follows: 11 am OR 6:15 pm OR 7 pm
Fee: $5

T-Shirt Quilt
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Use all of those t-shirts you’ve been saving to create a wonderful memory quilt. Commemorate travels, hobbies, sports, schools or a whole lifetime in your quilt. These make great gifts for anyone who has a shirt collection that is getting a little out of control or if you want to preserve shirts that are “too special to wear out.” Basic machine quiltmaking skills are necessary, but you do not have to bring your machine to class. Pattern required. A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Fri. May 7
9 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $37

Learn to Knit Bags From Rags
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Knitting is the hottest current craft for all ages. Anyone can transform fabric strips into a handy tote after a few hours of basic instruction. These bags are a perfect size for carrying a knitting or small quilting project. The class was created for non-knitters (age 12 and up), but even those with experience will enjoy making these bags. (You will get pre-cut practice strips at the first class for $4, payable to the instructor.)
Sat. May 8
11 am – 2 pm
Fee: $20

Schools of fish
Instructor: Dianne Croom
Let’s go fishing with this EZ Quilting pattern. You will learn to rotary cut with the Tri-Recs tools and stitch the triangles to make this great fish quilt. A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Sat. May 8
11 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $27

Which Witch
Instructor: Ann Townsend
Legs, Legs and more legs! Which Witch do they belong to? Cute Pattern from “Crazy Old Ladies” with legs, high heels, petticoats and lace of many colors. Make it as a wall hanging using only 4 “legs” or all 12 for lap quilt. Now is the time to get started on that Halloween wall hanging. You know how fast time goes by! A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Sat. May 8
10 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $34

Tidal Totes
Instructor: Dianne Croom
It’s the perfect bag for the Beach or town, and an opportunity to learn fusible appliqué. Three designs are offered: a crab, lobster, or starfish. You may want to do them all.
Thurs. May 13
6 pm – 9 pm
Fee: $20

Mid-Winter Escape Mini-Retreat (NOW our Spring Escape due to snow in February)
Escape Guides: Linda, Joan & Kim
We have a few spaces available. You will have lots of sewing time and of course meals prepared for you. Pamper yourself and join us for this fun time! Stop into Quilter’s Hive and ask to see the itinerary for the ESCAPE!
Fri. May 21
9 am- 9 pm
Sat. May 22
9 am – 7 pm
Fee: $149

Start Quilting Beginner Machine Quilt Making
Instructor: Joan Hobbs
This 5 week class introduces you to the marvelous world of machine quilt making. Basics covered include rotary cutting, machine strip piecing, machine quilting and binding. This class stresses accuracy.
Tues. June 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
9 am – 11 am
Fee: $60

Easy Applique My Way
Instructor: Sue Whitaker
Hand applique without all the fuss. Trace the pattern only once, baste, and stitch. No freezer paper, no penciled lines to wash out and no numbering of pieces. Accuracy is unavoidable with this method of applique. A kit fee of $3, payable to the instructor, will cover the cost of the fabric needed for practice. Bring a snack.
Thurs. June 3
10 am – 2:30 pm
Fee: $30

Crochet Rug
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
You will learn basic crochet in this class and begin to make the rug of your choice from the required "Get Hooked" Pattern. See the samples in the shop after Jan. 9. Madge is already planning her third rug! No crochet or sewing experience required.
Thurs. June 10
10 am – 12 pm
Fee: $14

Piping Hot Binding
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Practice the application and learn the possibilities of Susan Cleveland's Piping Hot Binding Tool. Bring a small quilted piece (even a placemat), binding and piping fabrics, the tool and your sewing machine to this 2 hour class. You will want to put piping accents on every quilt you make from now on!
Thurs. June 10
1 pm – 4 pm
Fee: $20

Intermediate Hand Piecing
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
If you have taken Madge's basic hand piecing class or have beginning hand piecing experience, this class will expand your skills. The project is Simple Stars from the required book, Portable Patchwork. You will learn set-in seams, handling long points, diagonal set, twelve point meets, and using some quick machine piecing techniques for hand piecing. Also, we will explore the possibilities of combining hand and machine piecing in the same quilt. A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Fri. June 11
9 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $37

Joyce’s Elegant Sweatshirt
Instructor: Joyce Eaton
Everyone always admires Joyce’s jackets at the Demo’s so come on in and make your beautiful jacket. It is amazing how quick this jacket goes together. The fabric you choose will make your jacket a one of a kind! A half-hour bring your own lunch is planned.
Sat. June 12
10 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $37

More than just a quilting lecture-demo
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Can't decide how to finish your quilt? It helps to know about the options, which are more than just "Machine or Hand Quilt." Come to this two hour Lecture-demo and learn the basics of at least 12 different ways to hold those pesky layers together. Come prepared to take notes.
Sat. June 12
12 Noon – 2 pm
Fee: $14

Bargello Tablerunner or Wall Hanging
Instructor: Mindy Williams
Have you ever done the Bargello technique? The technique is all the same making a table runner or a wall hanging or a quilt. This technique utilizes rotary cutting and strip piecing and then you begin to twist and turn your way to a beautiful finish. It really is amazing how fast the process is.
Tues. June 15 & 29
6 pm – 8 pm
Fee: $27

Lap Kitties
Instructor: Debbie Moye
Cat Lovers; here’s a fast and fun quilt pattern with appliquéd cats. Be creative with your colors for the quilt and your favorite cats. This is a good class to pratice your machine appliqué. A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Thurs. June 17
10 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $34

Thread, Needles,Tension
Instructor: Barbara Tinsman
If sewing with the wide variety of decorative threads leaves you frayed and tense, this is the class for you. In this hands-on class you will learn how to choose the proper needle and adjust your machine tension for each type of thread.
Thurs. June 17
10 am – 12 noon
Fee: $14

Fun & Done Wonder Quilt
Instructor: Karen Singley
Do you want to machine quilt your own quilts, but have trouble moving a large quilt in that small space? Learn about a quilt as you go method called “FUN and DONE”. . . . even the binding! This technique, using the Batting Buddy Templates, is quick and easy and allows you to complete the quilting as you assemble each block. You will learn the technique for assembling and joining blocks so your quilt can be completed a home at your leisure (however-you will quite a bit done in class) Once you have mastered the basic technique there is a whole series of patterns available that get progressively more challenging. This is a quilt that is meant to be used! A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Thurs. June 24
10 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $34

Just Quilting
Instructor: Gail Milburn
Master the art of small, even stitches. You will mark, baste and quilt a block suitable for a 14” pillow or wall hanging.
Thurs. June 24
1 pm – 3 pm OR 6 pm – 8 pm
Fee: $14 (kit fee not included)

Midnight Flight
Instructor Ashley Malinowski
Worried about the left over from making flying geese We’ll use the “no waste” method for making the flying geese needed in this quilt. Learn this technique and you’ll be flying along. Each quilt will look completely different because there are hidden secondary patterns, and you will be surprised what pops out. A half-hour bring your own lunch is planned.
Fri. June 25
10 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $34

Shadow Box
Instructor: Mindy Williams
A striking quilt, I think you will agree! This quilt is not one that will sit in a box unfinished. The process is simple as you will learn. 7 fat quarters and a little yardage is all you need to make the twin size and 12 fat quarters for a queen size. Take time for yourself and join Mindy in a day of sewing and spending time with other quilters. A half-hour bring your own lunch is planned.
Sat. June 26
10 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $34

Oodles of Curves
Instructor: Donna Andersen
An original design by Donna Andersen with curves and half square triangles. What a great way to learn how to use your curve master foot. Using your own designing touches you too can make an original quilt. A half-hour bring your own lunch is planned.
Sat. June 26
10 am – 2:30 pm
Fee: $27

Spring Spirit
Instructor: Donna Andersen
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at an art quilt but were afraid of what to do? Here is your chance to create your own bouquet of flowers. The technique is raw edge appliquéd flowers placed on a background of 4” squares. Bring your scrapes and imagination for a fun filled creative day.
A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Mon. June 28
10 am – 4 pm
Fee: $37

Celtic Applique Flowers
Instructor: Sue Whitaker
Learn to stitch Celtic designs using the template free method of hand appliqué. You will also learn how to complete the flower center design with miniature piping accents. Easy Applique My Way class is a prerequisite. A half hour bring your own lunch is planned.
Thurs. July 8
10 am – 2:30 pm
Fee: $30

Hand Piecing
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Learn the basic skills of perfectly portable hand patchwork from Madge. Template making, cutting, and piecing will be covered as you construct a 12" traditional shoo-fly block that can be used for a pillow or table topper or repeated to make a quilt. There will be lots of samples and great tips.
Fri. July 9
9 am – 1 pm
Fee: $27

Sit ‘n’ Knit OR Crochet
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
If you took the Learn to Knit or the Crochet Rug class, or just want to enjoy the company of fellow knitting and crochet enthusiasts, come to our Sit 'n' Knit (or Crochet) with Madge. She will have samples of her bag patterns for demo and help. You can bring any knit or crochet project to show and/or work on. Advice cheerfully offered!
Sat. July 10
11 am – 2 pm
Fee: $20

Bow Tucks Tote
Instructor: Mindy Williams
2 sizes for this purse, both are made the same so join us for one class and you can make either size. It can be made in one, two or a bunch of colors. Best of all it is fast and you will want to make more. A half hour bring your own lunch is planned.
Sat. July 10
11 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $30

Saginaw Sunflowers
Instructor: Mindy Williams
What could be more charming than a pail of sunflowers? This is an appliqué project done by machine. Just the right size for a wall hanging and the sunflowers will add a little cheer to any wall it hangs on. Take a look, get the book and you will be hooked on this technique.
Thurs. July 15 & 22
6 pm – 8 pm
Fee: $27

Rangley Wall Quilt
Instructor: Donna Andersen
This wall quilt features a pieced 17" central star block surrounded by a cluster of 14 similar stars in the borders. Using the Tucker trimmer makes this difficult looking project simple and easy to construct. Come join the fun! A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Mon. July 19
10 am – 4 pm
Fee: $37

Teen Sewing
Instructors: Mindy Williams & Donna Andersen
Now that school is out do you want to do a little sewing for yourself? Teen Sewing is a special night saved just for those of you ages 11 – 14 years. 4 Nights of different projects are scheduled so come and take a look at what you can make. Sign up to make all the projects or just a few. Projects are pajamas, pillow case, overnight/tote bag, wallet/wrist purse and a desk top organizer. A sewing class at school is your pre-requisite for the class. If you do not have a sewing machine to bring with you then let us know we have a limited few and can reserved one for your use. Your teachers will have the basic supplies for sewing at the class for your use and kits (a fee payable to the teachers) will be provided for the projects with any of the extra’s needed. A supply list will be provided for each class. Hope to see you there!
Mon. July 19 OR Mon. July 26 OR Mon. Aug. 16 OR Mon. Aug. 23
6 pm – 8:30
Fee: $25 ( each session)

Tutti-Frutti
Instructor: Donna Andersen
Come for the day and make a simple table runner to add to your Christmas gifts. This design includes half square triangles and some pretty raw edge applique flowers to complete the design. Pick the colors you want for that special friend's gift. Learn some new techniques for raw edge applique while you create this wonderful gift for the holidays.
A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Tues. July 20
10 am – 4 pm
Fee: $37

2009 Paper Foundation Pieced Christmas Ball
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Madge’s annual ornament for 2009 was the fifteenth in the series. You will learn Paper Foundation Piecing by creating a pieced Christmas Tree Ball. Yes, it can be done by hand! Fast and fun. Kit fee $4 payable to instructor the day of class.
Thurs. July 22
10 am – 12 Noon OR 6 pm – 8 pm
Fee: $14

Reverse Appliqué Christmas Star (the winner!)
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Last December, the ornament classes voted on a previous ornament to repeat this summer. This was the winner. Madge teaches this handwork technique with a kit. You will learn how to do reverse appliqué when you make this Christmas Star. Kit fee of $4.00 payable to instructor.
Thurs. July 22
1 pm – 3 pm
Fee: $ 14

Tidy Tie
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Learn to Tidy Tie your quilts with this great technique that is perfect for charity quilts or a quick gift. Madge says it's "Tidy" because there are no thread tails on the back or the front of the quilt. Bring a layered piece and you'll get a good start in this two-hour class.
Fri. July 23
10 am – 12 Noon
Fee: $14

Utility Quilting
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Learn to quilt your quilts with this great technique that is perfect for charity quilts or a quick gift. Work with a small kit ($4 payable to instructor the day of class) and practice this hand technique that will add graphic quality to your quilts.
Fri. July 23
1 pm – 3 pm
Fee: $14

Autumn At the Courthouse
Instructor: Debbie Pierce
Debbie’s pattern is a combination of Courthouse Steps and Autumn Leaf blocks. In class you will learn her shortcuts for block construction, piece a one-leaf wall hanging, and receive instructions for all quilt sizes. A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Sat. July 24
10 am – 2:30 pm
Fee: $27

The Fastest ever Reversible Quilt
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
From Sharon Pederson’s More Reversible Quilts book this reversible quilt variation is even faster than the first one. Join Madge for this class and make a quilt that's all quilted when the blocks are done. This is a machine workshop well within the skills of anyone who has basic machine quilting experience. It is a GREAT way to have a completed quilt in a jiffy. A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Sat. July 24
9 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $37

Grids & Grommets
Instructor: Gail Milburn
The Grids & Grommets Bag is a versatile style offered in two sizes. Make the large version as a tote or the smaller bag as an attractive purse. The fqbric makes the bag!
Tues. July 27
1 pm – 4 pm
Fee: $20

Buttons & Tufts
Instructor: Barbara Tinsman
Turn a wavy, pleated and embellished square set on point, into a unique handbag or tote complete with zippered outside pocket. Be the first to make a Barbara original! Bring a snack.
Tues. July 27
10 am – 1:30 pm
Fee: $23

Orion’s Star OR Day & Night
Linda & Joan
Choose between Orion’s Star or Day & Night. They are both Eleanor Burns quilts. Work on one and check out the other one!! Two very impressive but with Eleanir’s amazing techniques. Plus we are as much fun as Eleanor!!!!! Lunch will be included in the class fee.
Thurs. July 29
10 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $30

Quilted Textured Landscape Wall Hanging
Instructor: Barbara Tinsman
Make a Textured Landscape Wall-hanging in one day using simple basic machine sewing techniques: tucks, channel quilting, gathering, machine quilting and raw edge appliqué. It is fun, quick and only looks difficult. Picture will be completed in class with demonstration and instructions for borders and backing to be finished at home. A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Sat. July 31
10 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $30

Debbie’s Basket
Instructor: Debbie Moye
Join Debbie in another fun Basket!! With her great instructions you will go home with a finished Basket. Everyone has enjoyed this class. Quilting and baskets seem to go together. They are also a great idea for gifts. A half hour bring your own lunch is planned. Kit Fee is payable to the instructor.
Sat. July 31
11:30 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $30

Oodles of Curves
Instructor: Donna Andersen
An original design by Donna Andersen with curves and half square triangles. What a great way to learn how to use your curve master foot. Using your own designing touches you too can make an original quilt. Bring a snack.
Thurs. Aug 5
11 am – 3 pm
Fee: $27

Bargello Tablerunner or Wall Hanging
Instructor: Mindy Williams
Have you ever done the Bargello technique? The technique is all the same making a table runner or a wall hanging or a quilt. This technique utilizes rotary cutting and strip piecing and then you begin to twist and turn your way to a beautiful finish. A half hour bring your own lunch is planned.
Sat. Aug. 7
10 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $34

Grandma’s In the Kitchen
Instructor: Ann Townsend
Kitchen? Aprons? Who Cooks anymore? Let’s put those aprons in a quilt where they belong!! Not only will you have fun in class you will pratice machine Applique. A half hour bring your own lunch is planned.
Sat. Aug. 7
10 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $34

This Old Quilt
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
This two-hour lecture-demo is designed to give you an overview of quilt collecting, with emphasis on the dating and care of your quilts, tops and blocks. You may bring quilts, tops, blocks or pieces of fabric for discussion and analysis. Or come and learn from Madge's collection of "stuff." Condition is not important. We will discuss quilting old tops and blocks, dating, storage, cleaning, hanging, display and repairs. Learn about your own pieces and everything else that turns up on this fun day.
Sat. Aug. 14
12 Noon – 2 pm
Fee: $14

Fusible Applique Workshop
Instructor: Dianne Croom
Are you curious about a quick machine approach to beautiful appliqué? Join Dianne for a lecture/demo of fusible appliqué techniques with examples and time for you to start a simple project. Bring a snack.
Sat. Aug 14
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Fee: $20

Jake’s Double Bow Tie
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Madge’s newest pattern shows you how to make a simple and unusual bow tie quilt with no set-in seams. Piece the perfect quilt for little boys or men. Don't forget little girls like bows, too! An experienced beginner can successfully complete this quilt in a jiffy. An experienced beginner can successfully complete this quilt in a jiffy. Start your Christmas presents now. A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Mon. Aug 16
9 am – 3:30pm
Fee: $37

Judy’s Cool Shirt
Instructor: Gail Milburn
This is a loose fitting shirt with a pleat in the bottom of the back. Make it in a single fabric or take advantage of the wonderful array of fun fabrics. You are the artist. Have fun!!
Tues. Aug. 17
6 Pm – 9 pm
Fee: $20

Fire Escape OR Illusion
Instructor: Kimberly Modesto
You get to choose which quilt to make in class! Or sign up for both dates and make both quilts! The lap size FIRE ESCAPE needs only 5 assorted prints and a contrast and there is no border!!! Strip sets, squares and rectangles help put this quilt together quick. ILLUSION is also made with strip sets and easy to construct because it's made using just one block rotated to make the design. A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Thurs. Aug 19
10 am – 4 pm
Fee: $30

Hawaiian Applique
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Welcome to the friendly Hawaiian Islands. In this full-day class you will learn to do cutting, basting and traditional needle-turned appliqué by hand. The skills and hints you learn in this class will be useful in many other hand appliqué techniques. Pick a design from the required book, Hawaiian Quilting by Elizabeth Root. The block may be used for a pillow or wallhanging. A half hour bring your own Lunch is planned.
Friday Sept. 10
9 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $37

Playful Patches Kid’s Jacket
Instructor: Dianne Croom
Dress up a sweet little girl in this adorable jacket which is built on a sweatshirt. You'll have it ready to wear in time for those warm spring breezes. You can use a fabric line or make it scrappy, and two ways to finish the front are offered. A half-hour bring your own lunch is planned.
Sat. Sept. 11
11 am – 3:30 pm
Fee: $30

Hand Applique
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
Enter the wonderful world of hand appliqué! Madge will teach a simple beginner's method to hand appliqué in this two part class. Create Block 5 from the Funky Flowers in Janet Pittman's book, Appliqué, the Basics and Beyond. Stitch, relax, enjoy!
Tues. Sept. 14 & 21
10 am – 12 Noon OR 6 pm – 8 pm
Fee: $27

Sit ‘n’ Knit
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
If you took the Learn to Knit or the Crochet Rug class, or just want to enjoy the company of fellow knitting and crochet enthusiasts, come to our Sit 'n' Knit (or Crochet) with Madge. She will have samples of her bag patterns for demo and help. You can bring any knit or crochet project to show and/or work on. Advice cheerfully offered!
Tues. Sept 14
1 pm – 4 pm
Fee: $20

Debbie’s Basket
Instructor: Debbie Moye
Join Debbie in another fun Basket!! With her great instructions you will go home with a finished Basket. Everyone has enjoyed this class. Quilting and baskets seem to go together. They are also a great idea for gifts. A half hour bring your own dinner is planned.
Kit Fee is payable to the instructor.
Fri. Sept. 17
5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Fee: $30

Crochet Rug
Instructor: Madge Ziegler
You will learn basic crochet in this class and begin to make the rug of your choice from the required "Get Hooked" Pattern. See the samples in the shop after Jan. 9. Madge is already planning her third rug! No crochet or sewing experience required.
Tues. Sept. 21
1 pm – 3 pm
Fee: $14

Applique’Society of Delaware
Everyone who enjoys applique’ is welcome. The dates and times are: May 3, June 7, July (no meeting) Aug.2, Sept. (no meeting)
6 pm – 8 pm