Class Policies

• Payment is required when signing up for a class. We can not reserve a space without payment.

• Payment is made directly to the instructor in the form of check or cash. We can not accept credit cards.

• Your purchase of supplies from Prairie Queens allows us to keep our classroom available for classes. We encourage you to purchase these items here and we will give you 10% discount on supplies, fabrics, notions and patterns (excluding any clearance fabric).

• For the courtesy of other students, please put your cell phone on vibrate and take any calls outside.

• All teachers, students and customers need to park in the front of our store. Rear parking is for employees only. Cars will be towed.

• Prairie Queens has a limited supply of cutting mats and rulers in the classroom. To ensure that your time in class is used efficiently, bring your own cutting supplies.

• We appreciate your business and understand you may want to set up early, but please do not disrupt the classroom during another class.

• If your class begins at 10:00 A.M., we will happily let students in 5 minutes prior to the store opening.

• Cancellation Policy: It is up to the discretion of the teachers to refund class money for students who cancel within 7 days of the class starting.

• Finally, in order to facilitate a good class experience, we ask that students do not bring children, pets or any unpaid guests.

Class Calendar

Here is our latest Class Calendar that runs from July 2010 through November 2010. Click on the class name to get a detailed description of the class and photo of the quilt.

Links to the direct months:

July 2010
August 2010
September 2010
October 2010
November 2010

Class Descriptions
Instructor Bios

Click on the appropriate month for printable versions of our calendar and class schedule. These are Adobe Acrobat .pdf files.

July 2010
August 2010
September 2010
October 2010
November 2010

Class Descriptions

Class Descriptions

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OPEN SEWING
Come and start a new project or finish any UFO. We have a variety of Open Sew opportunities every day of the week with a variety of teachers to help you.
Every Monday evening with April from 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Every Tuesday evening with Eli from 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Every other Tuesday evening with Michelle from 3:30 - 5:30 and 5:30 - 8:30 (for children and wearables)
Wednesday evenings with Annette from 6:00 - 9:30 PM (except 2nd Wednesday and October)
Thursdays with Keiko from 10:00 - 3:00 PM
Every Friday with Mary from 10:00 - 3:00 PM
Every third and fourth Sunday with Becca from 12:00 - 5:00 PM.
Check the calendar for specific available dates and times.

BACK TO BASICS Click here to see finished quilts from previous students. CLASS IS FULL!!!!
Next Class will begin in February 2011.
In this new beginning class, the students will learn how to make a quilt from the very beginning, including learning about fabric, using rotary tools and basic supplies, and then sewing while learning basic piecing techniques. The students will end the course with a finished sampler and a new skillset that will allow them to move on to more advanced quilt making. This course will be centered on the book Quilts! Quilts!! Quilts!!!: The Complete Guide to Quiltmaking by Diana McClun and Laura Nownes. This book is considered the bible for quilt making.
13 spots available per class.
Level: Beginner
Instructor Debbie Thornton
Dates: 11 weeks, Thursdays starting August 26th, September 2, September 9, September 16, September 30, October 7, October 21, October 28, November 4, November 11, November 18
Time: 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Fee: $200.00

BATIKS IN MOTION
This is one of those dramatic quilts that look so difficult to make but it truly isn't. We have taught this curved block to hundreds of women and no one has failed in learning our method. It's a way of sewing curves that once you learn, you will never be afraid of making any other curved block. You'll have fun twisting and turning these blocks to create your own design without having to match seams. The key is using a variety of values and print scales to provide contrast in each block. This quilt is a "show stopper"! The pattern is included in the class fee.
Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructors: Nancy Nemec and Dolores Roseveare
Date: Saturday, July 24th
Time: 10:00 - 3:00 PM
Fee: $55

BEGINNING HAND APPLIQUE
Due to multiple requests, Penny has broken out the beginning component of her appliqué classes to offer this class on hand appliqué for “beginners only”. Class size will be strictly restricted to 12 and students who will learn a variety of techniques for successful hand appliqué, including freezer paper templates, perfect circles, and fearless points. So, if you want to learn hand appliqué, or if you have been previously unsuccessful at appliqué, this is your class. Please note that students who have not taken appliqué classes from Penny will have priority for open spots. Due to the high demand for this class, individuals wishing to cancel their enrollment in this class must give 30 days notice.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Penny Tucker
Dates: 2 part class: August 28 and September 18
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Fee: $50

BEGINNING MACHINE APPLIQUE
In this class you will review your basic piecing skills by making a small quilt and then learn the basics for machine applique. This is a two-part class and you will learn the various techniques for applique as well as some cool tips!
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Eli Bailey
Dates: 2 class opportunities, 2 part each: Mondays, August 16 and August 30 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM OR September 23 and October 14 from 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Fee: $55

BEGINNING PAPER PIECING
Here is a new class for those students who want to learn the very basics for paper piecing. We will learn how to work with various patterns and how they are sewn. Bring your scraps and sewing machine for this intensive 3 hour workshop.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Eli Bailey
Dates: 2 class opportunities - Thursday, August 19 from 6:30 - 9:30 PM OR Monday, September 13 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM
Fee: $30

BEGINNING QUILTING
Beginning Quilting is an introduction class to the art of quilting.  The six week class for a lap size quilt explores techniques including: accurate measuring and cutting; establishing an accurate 1/4" seam; chain piecing; matching points and seams; tricks to mastering half-square triangles; machine and hand applique; fussy cutting; paper piecing; adding sashing to blocks to make a quilt top; preparing a quilt for quilting; Stitch In The Ditch quilting; making continuous binding; attaching binding; mitering corners of binding; labels; sleeves for display.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Annette Kelley
Dates: June 3, June 10, July 17, June 24, July 1, July 8 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM (This class is continuing).
NEW CLASS: September 7, September 14, September 21, September 28, October 5, October 12 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM
Fee: $150
BETH'S OPEN WOOL WORKSHOP
Felted Wool Applique Workshop is open to anyone who wants to finish wool appliqué projects, get help with an existing project or start a new project. This is an ongoing workshop and is open to all levels.
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Instructor: Beth Upstill
Dates: Day and Evenings available: July 12 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM; July 20 from 6:30 - 9:30 PM; August 23 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM: August 31 from 6:30 - 9:30 PM; September 20 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM; October 11 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM; November 8 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM
Fee: $15

BOREALIS
This innovative, striking quilt was made using the paper-pieced method. There are 8 versions of the Borealis block with which you can easily create 32 completely different blocks. Copies of all the various blocks will be available on the day of class so you can come with your fabrics and start cutting and sewing. You can use batiks, Asian, whatever you want - or combinations of fabrics. Please join us in making this dynamic quilt.
Level: Intermediate
Instructors: Nancy Nemec and Dolores Roseveare
Date: Saturday, Sept. 11
Time: 10:00 - 3:00 PM
Fee: $55

CAMP CATCH-UP (or is that Catsup?)
This class consists of three sessions in which students will catch-up on any unfinished appliqué project(s) they may have. Students will get advanced instructions on solutions to problems they are experiencing; get input about quilt settings, borders, and bindings; and obtain one-on-one advice on the appliqué topics of their choice. Any student who has taken appliqué from Penny is welcome to join in, as are those who already have intermediate to advanced knowledge of appliqué. Join us for this class that promises to be both informative and fun.
Level: Intermediate to Advance Appliquers
Instructor: Penny Tucker
Dates: October 20, November 10, December 8
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Fee: $30

CATHEDRAL WINDOWS & BEYOND
This class is designed for the new students who wants to learn the technique AND for the students who would like to make the pillows or quilts.  Also the alternate quilt design using the same technique will be taught in this class.  The students who took the technique class previously are also welcome.
Level: Confident Beginner
Instructor: Keiko Clark
Date: Thursdays, August 5 and 12 (2 part class)
Time: 10:00 - 3:00 PM
Fee: $40

CHUBBY CHARMER TOTE BAG
I love tote bags and this one is very simple to make using charm packs or fat quarters or even your scraps! They are easy to do and are nice and big and they carry alot. Join me in this fun class.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Eli Bailey
Date: 2 class opportunities - Monday, October 4 from 6:30 - 9:30 OR Monday, November 1 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM
Fee: $25

CRACKERS
This easily pieced quilt features the traditional cracker block, a pattern popular in the first half of the 20th century. It can also be used as a signature block quilt. Beautiful in all types of fabric and different borders.
Level: Beginner
Instructors: Nancy Nemec and Dolores Roseveare
Date: Saturday, October 2
Time: 10:00 - 3:00
Fee: $55

DENIM JACKET EMBELLISHMENT CLASS
Using fabric, gimp, and/ or various other fibers, you will create a unique design on your denim jacket. The skills that we will develop are fabric collage, free form application of gimp and composition skills. Your objective is to embellish your denim jacket and enhancing your sewing skills. You can use an old jacket from you closet or pick up one at a thrift store. When you are done with it, you will have a one of a kind garment and a process that you can apply to other garments.
Level: You need to know how to use a sewing machine and do some simple hand sewing. If you can make a quilt, you can embellish a denim jacket.
Instructor: Suellene Petersen
Dates: 3 Part class; Monday, July 12, July 19 and July 26
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Fee $80

ELECTRIC QUILT 7
The new version of Electric Quilt has been launched and we will be offering a two-day course for learning the package. We will cater the class for newbies to the product as well as the upgraded features from EQ6.
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Eli Bailey
Dates: 2 class opportunities, 2 part session: Monday October 18 and 25th 10:00 - 1:00 PM OR 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Fee: $55
NOTE: Prior to class, you must have purchased the full package or upgrade and have it installed and running. Also, you will need to have it installed onto a laptop computer and bring your laptop to class.

FABRIC BOWLS
This class will allow you to make a variety of bowls that are quick and easy and make great gifts and home decor. You will be able to finish a bowl in the span of one class.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Eli Bailey
Dates: 2 class opportunities: Thursday, August 12 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM OR Monday, Septmeber 20 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM
Fee: $25

FULL MOONS
We will spend the day making this uniquely beautiful quilt. It is very different from other patterns and very eye-catching. You will learn an easy curved piecing method you can use on any future curved projects. This quilt is deceptively easy to make but yields a dramatic result. We used Asian fabrics - you might use polka dots, Christmas fabrics, etc. for a totally different look. Let your imagination run wild!
Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructors: Nancy Nemec and Dolores Roseveare
Date: Saturday, October 23
Time: 10:00 - 3:00 PM
Fee: $55

GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Take a little time out for yourself and come join this fun evening class. Bring a UFO or start a new project with the help of Mary. We will be quilting until midnight and will have lots of food and laughs. Sign ups are required and a maximum will be enforced.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Mary Berthiaume
Dates: Fridays, Ongoing check calendar for exact dates.
Time: 6:00 PM until Midnight
Fee: $15 + dish to share

HAPPY VILLAGES
Geez these are sooooo fun to design!!! These villages are like putting a puzzle together. You start with basic pieces then build a village with your own theme. The color palette you choose helps set the "stage" of your wall hanging then you're on your way with the details. You will LOVE making these!!! Come and learn this new technique!!!!
Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Dolores Roseveare
Date: Saturday, August 14th
Time: 10:00 - 3:00 PM
Fee: $55

MADAM BUTTERFLY
Join Keiko to make this cute shoulder bag with drawstring closure.  Small handles add more function for everyday use.  It's great for little girls or any adult ladies.
Level: Confident Beginner
Instructor: Keiko Clark
Date: Tuesdays, July 20 and 27 (2 part class)
Time: 10:00 - 2:00 PM
Fee: $40

PAPER PIECED CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT
Create a family heirloom with this stunning paper pieced tree skirt - or table topper!  Your fabric choices can make it traditional, contemporary or country; the look is charming no matter what style you choose!  You will be amazed at how simple the piecing goes!
Level: Confident Beginner (prior paper piecing experience)
Instructor: Annette Kelley
Dates: 2 Class opportunities: Tuesday, September 14 and September 28 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM OR Saturday, October 30 from 11:00 - 5:00 PM
Fee: $55

PATCHWORK POUCHES
You'll have such fun making this little pouch. It's like making a tiny quilt. It looks great with any collection of fabrics or colors - choose your favorite. It can be used as a make-up bag, sewing kit, or anything you want. Easy to make - many of you will finish in class. These pouches make great gifts also.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Nancy Nemec
Date: Saturday, November 13th
Time: 10:00 - 3:00
Fee: $55

POCKETS TO GO
This cute sewing organizer is easy to make even with a zipper! Pick two contrasting half-yard prints, 2 zippers, some Timtex, and we will make the cube size during our class.
Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Eli Bailey
Date: Monday, September 27
Time: 10:00 - 2:30 PM
Fee: $30

PUNCHNEEDLE
This is a fun time to take up Punchneedle embroidery. There are so many creative and beautiful designs to Punchneedle these days, it's hard to resist! Punchneedle is easy to learn, portable and affordable! Punchneedle projects make great gifts for friends. In this workshop I am going to teach you Punchneedle basics. I will provide a practice piece to get started and then we will work on pattern you've purchased.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Beth Upstill
Date: Tuesday, October 26
Time: 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Fee: $20

SEW SIMPLE/OPEN SEWING-WEARABLES
*SEW SIMPLE: Learn Basic sewing skills: Machine Operation, Sewing terms, Sew a straight seam, Pattern instructions, Trouble shooting sewing machine tension, Needle knowledge. This class is SEW SIMPLE, but packed with SEW MUCH MORE. Each student works at their own pace, on their own project. Choice of projects include: Pillowcase, Lap Quilt, Patchwork Quilt, Simple Pants-Shorts, Drawstring Tote Bag. You will need approximately 6 hours to learn basics and complete your first project.

*OPEN SEWING-WEARABLES: (Prerequisite is basic sewing machine skills.) This class allows you to bring in any projects that need finishing including Zippers, Hems, Buttonholes, A bit frustrated? Don't be confused. Come let Michelle help you be a more confident sewer.
Michelle is a well-seasoned professional, calm, and patient teacher with over 40 yrs of sewing experience and over 30 year of servicing the local stores with sewing supplies. She has much to offer and hopes to see you soon. 
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Michelle Zeiler
Dates: Every Other Tuesday (check calendar for exact dates)
Times: 3:30 - 5:30 PM OR 5:30 - 8:30 PM. Class size is limited to sign up early.
Fees: $20 for 3:30 - 5:30 session and $30 for the 5:30 - 8:30 session. Add an additional $5.00 per class if sewing machine rental is required.

SPRIAL LONESTAR
You will learn to position fabrics to create a spectacular spiral effect while piecing a regular Lone Star. Accurate cutting and piecing is the key to success in this wall hanging. You will learn offset piecing for the lone star, Paper Piecing Techniques used in several areas, the NY beauty block and the spectacular Star Bursts at the corners of the quilt, and strip piecing with inlays (optional) in the diamond sections. Y-seam construction is used in several places in this quilt. When your gorgeous wall hanging is finished, be sure to add creative and wonderful quilting and then embellish to your hearts delight. The pattern is from the book Lone Star Quilts and Beyond by Jan Krentz. This quilt is spectacular with well contrasting color choices.
Level : Intermediate
Instructors: Mary Berthiaume and Debbie Thornton
Date : Thursdays, July 23, 30 and August 6
Time : 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Fee: $75.00

SUNDAY SASSY STITCHERS
Due to great interest, this class has been added to the schedule. It is designed to help start and improve hand embroidery techniques for any project. Come learn and laugh with a great group of ladies.
Level: Beginning to Advanced
Instructor: April Basuini
Dates: 2nd Sunday of each month starting in August. August 8, September 12, October 10, November 14 and ongoing
Time: 12:00 - 5:00 PM
Fee: $15

TABLE GRACES
Whether for the holidays or hostess gifts, these stunningly simple placemats and mitered corner napkins are a must!  Your choice of fabrics can  make these simple to sew items reversible and go twice the distance!  You will also enjoy the easy-to-do mitered corners on the napkins that look hard but are a dream to do!  You can't go wrong with this class.
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Annette Kelley
Dates: 2 Class opportunities: Tuesdays, August 3 and August 17 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM OR Tuesday, October 19 and October 26 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM
Fee: $55

TILE QUILT
In this hand appliqué workshop, begin your own tile quilt with a 10 or 15" block that you will prepare and begin to stitch. The emphasis will be on how a tile quilt differs from other types of appliqué and how to get started making a tile quilt rather than on how to appliqué, although instruction and/or review of basic needle-turn hand appliqué will be included, as needed .
Level: Advanced Beginner
Instructor: Bobbi Finley
Date: Saturday, July 31
Time: 10:00 - 4:00 PM
Fee: $55

TREES FOR SALE
This class is perfect for a beginner who wants to expand their skills beyond strip sewing. In this class, students will be stacking groups of 10” squares, cutting them up, shuffling them and sewing them into these cute trees. This pattern would be great in fabrics other than Christmas too.
Level: Beginner and Up
Instructor: Beth Upstill
Date: Monday, October 4
Time: 10:00 - 2:00 PM
Fee: $25

TWISTER
When I made this quilt several years ago, I thought it was very unique to piece, cut, and then piece again to create the complicated look.  Now with "Twister Ruler", it's easier to make it!  No template!  No strange shape!!  Just simple squares!!!  If you use precut "Charm Pack" (5" x 5") squares, it goes faster!  You also have an option to make it larger using Layer Cake (10" x 10").
Level: Confident Beginner
Instructor: Keiko Clark
Date: Thursdays, August 19 and 26 (2 part class)
Time: 10:00 - 3:00 PM
Fee: $40