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Eric Drexler
Tuesday 9/26/23 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB201X, MDB261X
Eric has always loved the 3-dimensional effect Libby achieved with her free motion stitching. He brought her directions up to date using some of the new Sulky metallic threads and improved stabilizers. What a fantastic way to experiment with various threads and stabilizers that you might have nev VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Tuesday 9/26/23 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB202X, MDB262X
The Sonoma Tee is the perfect project for beginners who would like to expand their sewing knowledge while getting the satisfaction of creating their own garment that really fits. Let Pattie Otto, with over 45 years of sewing experience and over 30 years teaching sewers-like-you, guide you through VIEW MORE...
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Judy Kessinger
Tuesday 9/26/23 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB203X, MDB263X
This is the day Judy shares something exciting with her sewing friends. Known as The Fit Doctor, Judy will spend the day administering to you -- dosing you with a new enthusiasm for sewing clothes you’ll love to wear, as she diagnoses and treats the causes of your diminished enthusiasm abou VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Wednesday 9/27/23 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB300X, MDB360X
Flat patterns are necessary, but not necessarily the best starting point for accurate fitting of your three-dimensional figure. Join expert fitter and designer Joe Vecchiarelli in this day long draping experience, as you work on your own dress form to create your personal bodice sloper -- your bo VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Wednesday 9/27/23 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB301X, MDB361X
Planning a new adventure? Or just dreaming of planning one? Let us help you to get ready to go! During this full-day class, we will be embroidering several travel items – a couple of leather luggage tags, a cosmetic bag/dopp kit and a straw sun visor. We will also create your choice of a fa VIEW MORE...
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Deborah Gansberger
Wednesday 9/27/23 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB302X, MDB362X
The Mariner's Compass is one of the earliest quilt patterns, most likely inspired by the compass rose, and is highly coveted by quilters everywhere. The sharpest points on a Mariner’s Compass are achieved by using advanced foundation paper piecing techniques. This class will teach you s VIEW MORE...
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Judy Phillips
Wednesday 9/27/23 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB303X, MDB363X
Have you ever wanted to make a Collage Quilt and weren’t sure where to start? We have streamlined the process for you! Come prepared to leave with the beginnings of a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Each of these quilts are unique and take on a personality all their own. The collage technique ad VIEW MORE...
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Kathy Ruddy
Thursday 9/28/23 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
A 2X
The fashions of athleisure -- yoga pants, leggings and tops -- are now part of our everyday wardrobes. And they’re really fun to sew. Learn to make the most fashionable and wearable versions as you explore the components with an expert. Kathy, an experienced fitter who loves to work with kn VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Thursday 9/28/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 5X, B21
Inspired by days gone by, these sewing boxes allowed you to carry all the necessary supplies in one meticulously organized box. This box is designed to open like a flower when the top of the box is removed, exposing “petals” that will hold a variety of your sewing notions. All you nee VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Thursday 9/28/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 6X, B22
Samples, samples, and more samples! Make samples of twin needle tucks, edge joining tucks, edge stitching tucks, embellished tucks, hooped embroidery, non-hooped embroidery, stitch manipulation that will inspire and delight. You could make the samples into a reference notebook to refer to again a VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Thursday 9/28/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 7X, B23
Nick has done it again! He has taken the great parts of the Magic Jacket and transformed it into a Boho, tunic length vest. Perfect for spring and summer layering, it will certainly become your go-to vest. From the inseam button band to the cute, gathered pockets it is sure have people asking, VIEW MORE...
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Donelle McAdams
Thursday 9/28/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 8X, B24
Join us for a Play Date using templates for quilting. No free motion or template quilting experience needed. You will walk through the basics and then you will have the opportunity to play with the templates to experience the ease of quilting with templates. You will also be shown how to use the VIEW MORE...
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Judy Phillips
Thursday 9/28/23 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
A 9X, B25X
Traditional Dresden plates are a wonderful way to use up your fabric stash. Learn how to make this spectacular Dresden Sunflower wall hanging the effortless way, using printed fusible interfacing from QuiltSmart. This ingenious method allows for curved and/or pointed blades, the choice is yours. VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Thursday 9/28/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A10X, B26
Have fun and build your serger skills at the same time. This is the perfect class for everyone who loves to sew and wants to increase their dexterity with the serger. Discover a fantastic collection of bags, zipper techniques and serger tricks – all wrapped up in helpful tips and lots VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Thursday 9/28/23 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
A 1
Seams. They are what bring our projects together. Seams are simple enough, fabric brought together with needle and thread. Is it really all that simple or could you improve upon your craft by using a not so obvious seam choice? Dive into the world of seams and discover benefits to moving away fro VIEW MORE...
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Kelly Garcia
Thursday 9/28/23 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
A 3
Kelly is a quilter who took her skills to the next logical step and became a longarm quilter. She will share with you what she has learned along the way such as what she looks for, what she likes to see, what she hates to see and how to deal with the issues that come up when you take on a project VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Thursday 9/28/23 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
A 4
When making a garment it becomes faster and more accurate to create your fit on a dress form. Learn to make simple adjustments with easy placement of sizing material on the form to mimic your shape instantaneously. You will eliminate the frustration of fitting the paper pattern (flat) to your bod VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Thursday 9/28/23 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
B17
You have seen them in the best shops, online and in catalogs. Those dress shirts with smooth plackets, matching pockets, crisp collars, and unique detail finishes. These features are easier to duplicate than you might think! We will discuss fabric selection. Do you have to use woven fabrics or wo VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Thursday 9/28/23 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
B18X
With over 30 years of teaching how to sew with knits, Pattie has seen every improper technique and heard every myth and misinformation there is to be said about working with knits. From zigzag hems to overstretched seams, Pattie will share how she has tackled all these and more with her fool-proo VIEW MORE...
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Eric Drexler
Thursday 9/28/23 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
B19X
Unlock the mystery of stabilizing for all your sewing, quilting, serging and embroidery projects. Learning the differences between the various stabilizers can open a world of possibility and allow you to choose confidently whenever you have a project in mind. VIEW MORE...
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Lorraine Henry
Thursday 9/28/23 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
B20
We so very often have bodies that have different lengths and different widths from side to side from center front and center back! Amazingly we are not all symmetrical, but patterns are made for only the right side. No wonder we have fitting issues. Sometimes it is just a slight difference and so VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Thursday 9/28/23 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
C38X
Want to take your greeting card game to the next level? With machine embroidery, you can! Learn how to successfully embroider heavy cardstock as you create these whimsical greeting cards. There will be several subjects from which to choose and, as a bonus, you will be able to access all the embro VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Thursday 9/28/23 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
C33
The alphabet has taken over the world of modern knit fabrics! ITY, DBP, DTY and more all add to the confusion. Names like Ponte de Roma, Performance, Liverpool and Scuba can cause your head to spin. Get to know the fiber, feel and properties of these hi-tech knits and how to sew with them. Pattie VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Thursday 9/28/23 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
C34
So, you just got your first embroidery machine (and/or new set of embroidery designs) and you have been stitching away but what to do with all the amazing designs you have stitched? Turn those stitched-out embroidery samples, that you worked so hard on, into something beautiful. Discover how simp VIEW MORE...
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Judy Phillips
Thursday 9/28/23 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
C35
Finding the latest and greatest notions and gadgets to make the most of our sewing and quilting experience is fun! It also makes our craft so much more enjoyable. But more important is understanding how to use them. In this lecture we will go through many products on the market to help elevate ou VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Thursday 9/28/23 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C36, D52XY
Have you struggled with sleeves that are too big, too small, or just don’t seem quite right? Join Joe for this hands-on sleeve pattern drafting class. You will be using your very own measurements to create a pattern that is perfect for you. Once you have a basic well-fitting sleeve, you can VIEW MORE...
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Kathy Ruddy
Thursday 9/28/23 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
C37, D53, E69
Create the only pant pattern you’ll need for years to come! Measurements and visual keys are the foundation for creating your own custom pants pattern. Each member of the class will receive a visual fit chart on which Kathy will analyze and record the changes you’ll be making to your VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Thursday 9/28/23 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C39, D55XY
The 7-hole cord foot and the braiding foot are both forms of couching feet that complement each other but act very differently. Playing with a variety of threads, fibers, fabrics and trims, create samples of more than a dozen different techniques both practical and decorative. The techniques will VIEW MORE...
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Eric Drexler
Thursday 9/28/23 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
C40, D56, E72
Get your fill. . . of border stitches that is! No more under-quilted borders and sashing. Discover time saving tools and learn some quilting tips that will result in a professional look. Beginners or experienced quilters will benefit from these free motion exercises. As a bonus, you will get the VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Thursday 9/28/23 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C41, D57XY
This beautiful woven tee has a bias drape and cut on sleeves. There are only two pieces to cut, the sewing is easy, and the length and look are variable depending on the look you want. This is a great wardrobe builder that is versatile and easy to wear. Depending on the fabric you choose, it can VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Thursday 9/28/23 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C42, D58XY
Quick and easy is exactly what this bag is all about. It is made completely on the serger. Learn how to insert a decorative zipper and attach a removable strap with a swivel clip. It has a flat bottom and is very versatile. Lengthen the strap and it becomes a cross body bag, shorten it some, shou VIEW MORE...
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Lorraine Henry
Thursday 9/28/23 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
D49XY
Hurray! Back to hands-on Classes! Bring a pair of scissors and some “Scotch” tape and have a hands-on experience in using the Seam Method of pattern alteration. It is an amazing way to get your patterns to fit your body. Of the three different methods of pattern alteration, the seam m VIEW MORE...
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Donelle McAdams
Thursday 9/28/23 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
D50XY
Just when you thought you knew all the latest sewing hacks that existed - along comes an educator that introduces new ways to use what you already have, new tools to make your job easier and tips and techniques that will save you a lot of time and frustration. DO NOT MISS THIS LECTURE/DEMO! Get t VIEW MORE...
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Erin Grogan
Thursday 9/28/23 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
D51
Dive into the discovery of who you are as an artist and as a quilter. Erin has met many wonderful quilters who feel like they don’t know what they “like.” They say things like they only make quilts from kits or feel like they have to use fabric that is currently popular. There&r VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Thursday 9/28/23 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
D54XY
Did you know that you can create a perfect welt pocket using your embroidery machine? During this class, you will see how easy it is to create both the pocket and the welt opening using machine embroidery. You will walk away with this adorable tote bag, complete with applique and a functioning we VIEW MORE...
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Rhonda Pierce
Thursday 9/28/23 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
E67
Confused about what needle to use? What do all those numbers mean on the needle package? Is changing the needle before it breaks really that important? What needle should I use? Successful sewing is often about paying attention to the little things – like the needle in your sewing machine. VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Thursday 9/28/23 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
F84X, G100
Discover why draping is the secret to truly fit the body and develop basic draping and patternmaking skills with hands on experience. Create a draped bodice (back and front) using a standard dress form, then turn the resulting muslin into a pattern using garment industry techniques. The resulting VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Thursday 9/28/23 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
F85XX
Pleated drapery panels are all the rage, and with more pleating options than ever before. In this combination lecture/demo/hands on class, Pam will take you through all the steps involved in making custom pleated drapery panels. Learn the secret of eight distinct types of pleats and how to use ea VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Thursday 9/28/23 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
F86X, G102
Calling all dog lovers! You always need a baggie dispenser and treat bag when taking those nature walks with your dogs. Joyce has devised these “fetching” pouches to make and take with you on those walks with your furry friend. They also make a great gift for the dog lovers in your li VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Thursday 9/28/23 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
F87X, G103
Elevate your garments and take them to the next level with a tried-and-true workroom secret. Don’t let the title fool you, this is one of the ways designers make ordinary garments look extraordinary. We will look at the possibilities of shaped openings and learn a way to make them fast and VIEW MORE...
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Deborah Gansberger
Thursday 9/28/23 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
F89X, G105
Calling all quilters with leftover fabric pieces. We have just the class to show them off. Deborah will teach you how to take your scraps and build an 18-inch “crazy heart” block while learning foundation paper piecing. Make your heart extra special by showing off the best parts of yo VIEW MORE...
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Eric Drexler
Friday 9/29/23 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
H114X
Unlock the mystery of stabilizing for all your sewing, quilting, serging and embroidery projects. Learning the differences between the various stabilizers can open a world of possibility and allow you to choose confidently whenever you have a project in mind. VIEW MORE...
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Casey Renee
Friday 9/29/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H117X, J133
Tambour embroidery is a couture sewing technique used to make detailed embroidered pieces of all sizes. It has been used to enhance costumes for TV, film, Broadway, and in couture fashions seen on the runway. Learn to perfect the chain stitch, which is the foundation of Tambour, and then how to e VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Friday 9/29/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H118X, J134
Hands down, the two most popular projects for those new to machine embroidery are t-shirts and towels. Learn the proper way to stabilize these unusual fabrics, hooping techniques for those hard-to-hoop items and how to choose the right embroidery designs for your project. Join us to see how easy VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Friday 9/29/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H119X, J135
Learning how to execute perfect miters to professionally finish the corners of your home décor, garment and quilting projects. In this technique workbook class, you’ll learn mitered corners with and without linings, mitered banding, mitered borders, reverse miters, asymmetrical miters and m VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Friday 9/29/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H120X, J136
Sunflower Mini is the third and final piece in Jill’s mini flower series. Start by making a simple paper pieced base with an appliquéd vase. Then make cheerful sunflowers using a simple double sided petal technique enhanced with a bit of colored pencil and a raw edge yo-yo center with some VIEW MORE...
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Kelly Garcia
Friday 9/29/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H121X, J137
Although Tumbling Triangles looks complex, you will quickly learn that having the right tool, the V Block® tool, makes all the difference! Begin by choosing the size you want to make, then choose two contrasting fabrics and you are on your way to making a lovely quilt. Kelly will be you VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Friday 9/29/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H122X, J138
Are you new to sergers or curious about what they can do? In this hands-on class, you will learn a variety of serger techniques; quilt piecing, easy zipper insertion and how to go around corners with piping! You will learn about the different types of serger stitches and when to use them, giving VIEW MORE...
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Kathy Ruddy
Friday 9/29/23 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
H113
Hop into 'TOPS’ with Kathy as she shares her unique sewing techniques that are faster, easier, and get better results than many traditional approaches. The discussion will include information about interfacings, straight and fusible tapes, and bias. To “top” it off, Kathy wi VIEW MORE...
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Rhonda Pierce
Friday 9/29/23 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
H115
Confused about what needle to use? What do all those numbers mean on the needle package? Is changing the needle before it breaks really that important? What needle should I use? Successful sewing is often about paying attention to the little things – like the needle in your sewing machine. VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Friday 9/29/23 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
H116, J132
We judge a pattern by its fit and whether it flatters our figure. Do you find that commercial patterns are created with one body shape in mind, and that shape is never yours? Get the most out of your store-bought patterns by learning Joe’s techniques that will help you alter any pattern to VIEW MORE...
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Lorraine Henry
Friday 9/29/23 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
J129
Frustrations abound with the challenge of fitting anything other than a B cup for the bust. So, whether you are larger or smaller, full, or flat, rounded or pointed, or some other interesting combination, this is the class that will help you come out a winner in the fitting battle with the bust! VIEW MORE...
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Judy Phillips
Friday 9/29/23 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
J130
Finding the latest and greatest notions and gadgets to make the most of our sewing and quilting experience is fun! It also makes our craft so much more enjoyable. But more important is understanding how to use them. In this lecture we will go through many products on the market to help elevate ou VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Friday 9/29/23 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
J131
Often, it’s the collar or cuff construction that can make or break a garment. We will delve into professional construction techniques and innovative methods to create interest in your collars or cuffs. What is on the inside of that collar? Does it matter? Can you really jazz up a collar or VIEW MORE...
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Westalee Design Educator
Friday 9/29/23 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
K149X
Template quilting is all the rage, and for good reason, it makes free motion quilting quicker and easier! Meet me at the drawing board to draw the stitch patterns you will use on your quilt blocks. The process is made easy using quilting templates to bring out the DESIGNER in you! Drawing your qu VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Friday 9/29/23 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
K150X
Come learn to create and personalize this pieced mug rug all in-the-hoop on an embroidery machine. Piecing in-the-hoop is easy, precise and produces beautiful results! Use this instead of a coaster (or a napkin) to keep your tabletop dry and stylish! Make a set for yourself and more to give as gi VIEW MORE...
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Kathy Ruddy
Friday 9/29/23 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
K145
Kathy's specialty is finding faster and easier ways to fit and sew clothes. Kathy will teach you how to create styles that will fit and compliment your own personal shape. How to make clothes that are comfortable to wear and make you look marvelous. After she shows you how it is done, you hav VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Friday 9/29/23 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
K146
The details are often found in the finishing of a project. But how often have we come to the hem of a shirt and gotten careless because we thought no one would see it? Let us change it up so those hems can hang out, so to speak. When you start thinking outside the box you can create flawless hems VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Friday 9/29/23 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
K147
Feel like you’re missing out on something? Like knowing how to hoop things that just don’t look hoop-able? Those days are over, as Alicia shares easy ways to tame those seemingly impossible items and get them under your embroidery needle without a struggle. As with all her courses, VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Friday 9/29/23 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
K148
Do you have accessory feet that beg the questions, “Why did I buy this foot?” Or this foot came with my machine, but what does it do? Either way, this lecture is for you, whether you are a garment maker, quilter, doll maker, heirloom stitcher or home dec diva, you will find uses to ma VIEW MORE...
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Erin Grogan
Friday 9/29/23 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K151, L167XY
The Drunkard’s Path block is a popular favorite especially among experienced quilters. It typically resembles the path a staggering drunk might take on his way home. Erin’s goal is to find the best method for EACH student to assemble this block easily. She understands not all methods VIEW MORE...
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Eric Drexler
Friday 9/29/23 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
K152, L168, M184
Come join Eric for a fun filled time “painting” with thread. Before embroidery machines came into vogue, the only way to embroider with a machine was to drop the feed dogs and away you went. Eric is going to go “old school” and share his award-winning techniques and excell VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Friday 9/29/23 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
K153, L169, M185
This little jacket will quickly become one of your favorites to throw on over a tee or button up shirt. It looks just as at home with jeans as it does with a tank dress. Create your very own out of a mid-weight cotton, with inspiration from Nick’s collection. He will show the various possib VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Friday 9/29/23 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K154, L170XY
Step into the world of serging with Pam Damour, as she shows how much fun and how easy sewing on a serger can be. You’ll make three very easy projects on the serger while learning basic skills and techniques that will stay with you a lifetime. Your kits will have everything you need, so the VIEW MORE...
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Lorraine Henry
Friday 9/29/23 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
L161
You CAN fit the seat of your pants by knowing how your shape differs from the pattern shape! Learn how using a Flexible Curve can give you a picture of yourself that you will never get with a camera. Curves matter! Learn how to shape the pattern for your shape. Learn the correct order to check yo VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Friday 9/29/23 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
L162
The alphabet has taken over the world of modern knit fabrics! ITY, DBP, DTY and more all add to the confusion. Names like Ponte de Roma, Performance, Liverpool and Scuba can cause your head to spin. Get to know the fiber, feel and properties of these hi-tech knits and how to sew with them. Pattie VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Friday 9/29/23 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
L163
Have you been looking for ways to create more amazing projects with your embroidery machine? Maybe you want to stitch on some non-traditional surfaces ….. maybe even non-fabric materials! Join Alicia as she blazes a trail of stunning embroidery options from the not-your-average-fabric ca VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Friday 9/29/23 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
L164, M180
Learn the fundamentals of draping pants as you work along with Joe to create a basic straight pant using a body form. This includes learning about taking proper measurements, comparing them to the body form, calculating for and drawing the initial pattern from those measurements and then tweaking VIEW MORE...
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Westalee Design Educator
Friday 9/29/23 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
L165XY
Template quilting is all the rage, and for good reason! Meet me at the drawing board to see how creating designs with quilting templates for borders brings out the DESIGNER in you! In this class, we will be creating border designs. Use Westalee Design Templates from Sampler Set 1 and Hearts to cr VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Friday 9/29/23 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
L166XY
Looking for a quick and easy gift you can make for your family and friends? This in-the-hoop paper pieced potholder is just what you’re looking for. With just a few clicks on your embroidery machine you can complete this simple but versatile project. Take it a step further by putting the pa VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Friday 9/29/23 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
M177
You WILL have fun in this class, in fact we dare you not to! Add a little surprise to your quilts with dozens of embellishment ideas. Begin with couching, add free-motion doodling, decorative stitches by hand and machine, dimensional appliques, fabric manipulation, and tucks. Now add coloring, sp VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Friday 9/29/23 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
M178
Knit pullovers and dresses are the staple of many wardrobes and come in a wide variety of styles. Whether you relax in your favorite cotton tee, pull on a fitted knit tunic over leggings or slip into your best knit dress for a dinner date, there are a few fitting techniques that will help customi VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Friday 9/29/23 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
M179
Knits can confound even the most seasoned embroiderer from time to time. Alicia has had plenty of experience working with a wide range of knits over the years, and has collected all her favorite, tried and true techniques for you. Join her as she shares her collection of top tips and easy tricks VIEW MORE...
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Eric Drexler
Friday 9/29/23 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
N196X, P212
Eric Drexler has been a sewing machine mechanic for over 35 years, and he wants to share his love and knowledge for, what he considers his “Baby”, the Singer 221 Featherweight. Eric will walk you through how to take off all the covers, where to oil and what to watch out for. Your &ldq VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Friday 9/29/23 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
N197X, P213
Let us make a sample booklet! This four-page, double-sided sampler displays a variety of sashiko designs, woven sashiko and a bit of Boro technique. The cover will include Boro and an original dragonfly design and is lined with pockets to keep all your sashiko tools together. Learn to make a twis VIEW MORE...
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Donelle McAdams
Friday 9/29/23 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
N200X, P216
Join us for a Play Date using templates for quilting. No free motion or template quilting experience needed. You will walk through the basics and then you will have the opportunity to play with the templates to experience the ease of quilting with templates. You will also be shown how to use the VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Saturday 9/30/23 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Q226X
The secret is out! A great bag does not just happen, it takes research, engineering, and planning to succeed. Pam has done all the research and is going to share her discoveries with you. She will help you determine the best stabilizers, zippers, and hardware for your bag, as well as demonstrate VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Saturday 9/30/23 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Q227X
How often have we seen that piece of fabric that takes our breath away, but said what would I do with it, and how do I sew it? You’ve come to the right place. This class covers choosing appropriate styles and sewing techniques for fine and unusual fabrics. Nick will demonstrate sewing on a VIEW MORE...
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Lorraine Henry
Saturday 9/30/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q228X, R244
In a perfect world, all figures would be alike – in perfect form. In the real world, we come in all shapes and sizes. Learn what comes first in selecting the right size, what measurements you need, conduct measurement analysis to determine where and what to change for a combo pack figure, a VIEW MORE...
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Erin Grogan
Saturday 9/30/23 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Q229X
Big Stitch Quilting is the perfect technique to add your personal touch to quilts. Erin will discuss how to incorporate this technique into your projects to create texture and add visual interest. You will learn the techniques you need including how to bury your threads. This is a discussion you VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Saturday 9/30/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q230X, R246
Three-dimensional machine embroidery is gaining popularity among enthusiasts. Jim has produced a way for you to recreate this 3D lotus flower that literally blooms before your eyes upon completion- all done in-the-hoop on an embroidery machine! Use it as a stunning centerpiece on the table for yo VIEW MORE...
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Marsha Kirsch
Saturday 9/30/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q231X, R247
This delightful bag is packed with techniques and whatever you choose to put in it! Marsha will share some of her creative tips and tricks for easy piecing, putting in a two-way zipper, creating embellishments on your sewing machine and other goodies you do not want to miss. The bag is e VIEW MORE...
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Kelly Garcia
Saturday 9/30/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q232X, R248
Amaze your friends with this stunning quilt design that appears to dance off the fabric! Learn how easy it is to create flying geese with the Wing Clipper 1 tool. The traditional flying geese design is made modern with this interlocking pattern using coordinating fabrics of your choice! They can VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Saturday 9/30/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q233X, R249
Everyone needs a simple yet stylish bag to take with them on a sewing retreat or cruise. This versatile bag can be transformed, in a matter of moments, from a shoulder bag to a backpack and back again making it convenient no matter where you go. This bag has zippered pockets to keep your importan VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Saturday 9/30/23 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q234X, R250
Created entirely on your serger, this little bag is chock-full of serger techniques that you will love to learn. First, Alicia will show you how to insert a zipper by serger, one of the quickest and cleanest ways to insert a zipper. You will also learn how to create your own piping, which gives t VIEW MORE...
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Susan Miller
Saturday 9/30/23 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Q225
Have you ever been stuck on a project because you cannot find the right matching trim? In this trunk show demonstration, Susan will show you how Quick Points Rulers are HERE to rescue YOU! See how easy it is to make your own continuous trim and embellishments using Janet Platt’s Quick Point VIEW MORE...
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Kathy Ruddy
Saturday 9/30/23 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
R241
Explore how the serger operates from the inside out as you learn how width is used to improve stitches, how to create a perfect balanced-tension control strip to test your stitches for each new fabric and thread you use, a sequential tension formula that works on any model and with all thread typ VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Saturday 9/30/23 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
R242
Learn about the specialty tools and notions used in the fashion industry for all types of pattern work, and how to use them for better, faster, and more accurate results. These are the same tools found in the toolboxes of fashion professionals in NYC and Hollywood – they help you to move sw VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Saturday 9/30/23 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
R243
Have you ever altered a pattern to fit your body and found after all was said and done that yes, it fit, but didn't look like the pattern envelope any longer? That's because patterns are just a template -- a place for you to start. Join Nick Coman in this jam-packed overview of how the industry VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Saturday 9/30/23 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
R245
Knit pullovers and dresses are the staple of many wardrobes and come in a wide variety of styles. Whether you relax in your favorite cotton tee, pull on a fitted knit tunic over leggings or slip into your best knit dress for a dinner date, there are a few fitting techniques that will help customi VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Saturday 9/30/23 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
S258X
Well, not quite a million …. but so many tips to help perfect your garment sewing that you’ll gain confidence when sewing both woven and knit projects. Included are tips for professionally finished shirt pockets and collars, hems, knit pullovers and zipper techniques for both pants a VIEW MORE...
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Kathy Ruddy
Saturday 9/30/23 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
S257
Join Kathy as she shares her unique techniques for sewing pants that are faster and easier with better results than the traditional approach. Learn a no roll no bulk elastic waist finish, how to add a pocket, steps to eliminate twisted pant legs, a smooth zipper that never puckers, how to elimina VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Saturday 9/30/23 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
S259
Let's be honest, a classic dress shirt (especially in menswear) can be boring!! Let’s liven it up with some well-placed seams or some awesome color blocking or a combination of the two. What if you added texture? Let’s go inside the mind of Jim Suzio to see what other artful and c VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Saturday 9/30/23 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
S260
When making a garment it becomes faster and more accurate to create your fit on a dress form. Learn to make simple adjustments with easy placement of sizing material on the form to mimic your shape instantaneously. You will eliminate the frustration of fitting the paper pattern (flat) to your bod VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Saturday 9/30/23 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S262, T278X
Take an ordinary line-art embroidery design and make it extraordinary with color! Learn how easy it is to add dimensions and color to a line-art embroidery design with crayons. Even if you have little artistic ability, you will be able to create a beautiful picture! During this class, we will emb VIEW MORE...
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Dianne Springer
Saturday 9/30/23 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S263, T279X
If you’re a quilter, you have probably made several quilts in your lifetime. There is nothing like a cozy quilt to wrap yourself up in. Now, you can sit on one too! In this class, you will use a basic piecing technique to create a new “quilt-like” top for this handy stool and le VIEW MORE...
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Donelle McAdams
Saturday 9/30/23 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S264, T280X
Join us for a Play Date using templates for quilting. No free motion or template quilting experience needed. You will walk through the basics and then you will have the opportunity to play with the templates to experience the ease of quilting with templates. You will also be shown how to use the VIEW MORE...
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Erin Grogan
Saturday 9/30/23 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S265, T281X
Let us add a modern twist to your quilting repertoire. We will begin the journey inside the mind of Erin. This quilt is inspired by the circuit boards inside all our electronic devices. It is put together in log cabin fashion. The blocks are made up of narrow strips of fabric formed around a cent VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Saturday 9/30/23 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S266, T282X
This elegant placemat and napkin set is perfect for anyone new to sergers or looking for a refresher course. Piecing on the serger is a fast and very “neat” way of piecing. Learn the difference between 3 and 4 thread overlock, rolled hem stitches and how and when they are used. See ho VIEW MORE...
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Lorraine Henry
Saturday 9/30/23 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
T273X
There is a lot to learn about our arms. Sometimes patterns need to be changed a bit to get them to fit comfortably and/or correctly. There are many different arm variations that make it difficult to find a sleeve pattern that fits everyone. Learn how and why we can add width to a sleeve without c VIEW MORE...
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Kelly Garcia
Saturday 9/30/23 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
T274
Presenting 30-plus fabulous quilts in a trunk show. Kelly started her journey sewing in Junior High School, then went on to become a doctor. Life threw her a curve and she went back to sewing and discovered quilting. She loved quilting so much she became an instructor. Come and sit a spell with K VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Saturday 9/30/23 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
T275
Why complain about the lack of shirt pattern selections when all you have to do is make your own? You may already have that perfect or close to perfect shirt hanging in your closet. Simply take the shirt you already like and re-draft it to one you love! Jim will explain how easily you can replace VIEW MORE...
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Kathy Ruddy
Saturday 9/30/23 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
T276X
We all have garments in our wardrobe that fit well and feel fabulous when worn. Wouldn’t it be great if you could take a pattern from those same finished garments and create a whole new wardrobe of styles inspired by your favorite looks? Kathy will guide you through the process of taking a VIEW MORE...
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