Quilts on Plum Lane
37851 Meridian Ave.
Dade City, FL 33525
Phone: 352-518-0003
Fax: 352-518-0022


Copyright 2006-2008
Quilts on Plum Lane

 

Class Policies: Payment is required at the time of registration. Classes may be cancelled if the teacher minimum is not met. Refunds will be given if a class is cancelled. If you are unable to attend a class and call five days before the class begins, you can transfer to another class or receive store credit.

 

RHONDA BINGHAM

YELLOW BRICK ROAD

Thurs. Jan. 29           10:00-4:00
Fee:  $35                     1 Session
Sewing Machine Required

This versatile pattern has never gone out of style.  Choose your fat quarters and simply come to class.  A great class for a beginner with basic rotary cutting and sewing skills.

  BEGINNING MACHINE PIECING

Sat: Feb. 20, 27, Mar. 6, 13, 20 & Apr. 3                9:30-12:00
ALSO offered
Fri.: Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & May 7                             9:30-12:00
The 1st class Sat. will be 9:30–1:30 – all others 9:30-12:00
Fee:  $65                       6 Sessions
Sewing Machine Required

If you’ve ever wished you could make those beautiful quilts you’ve seen in magazines or on television, this class will make that dream come true.  Learn basic to intermediate skills.  Even if you’ve been quilting for a while, this class will help you iron out those annoying little problems.  Come join the fun & see just how wonderful quilting can be!

  INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED MACHINE PIECING

Sat.:  Feb. 27, Mar. 6, 20 & Apr. 3                1:00-5:00
Fee:  $65                        4 Sessions
Sewing Machine Required

Are you tired of dreaming of those quilts that are so beautiful but beyond your skill level?  If so, this class is for you.  We’ll cover inset seams, curved piecing, diagonal settings & so much more.  Basic quilting skills required.  Instructor approval required.

CHEAP TRICK

Fri. Feb. 26                      10:00-4:00
Fee:  $35                      1 Session
Sewing Machine Required

Come and learn one of Carrie Nelson’s (Miss Rosie’s Quilt Co.) most cleaver patterns.  We’ll turn the traditional card trick into a “cheap trick.”

COME ON AMY HOUSE

Fri. Feb. 19, Mar. 5, 19    10:00-4:00
Fee:  $50                      3 Sessions
Sewing Machine Required

This quilt may look hard, but with a few tricks and some clever short cuts, you’ll be piecing like a pro.   Four unique blocks create a “neighborhood” of color and motion,.

 

CAROL BRADSHAW

FOLKART ALBUM QUILT

Wed.  Jan 13, 27,  Feb 10, 24,  Mar 10, 24, Apr 7, 21    10:00-3:00
F
ee: $100 plus Supplies
Kits available               8 Sessions

This charming wool appliqué quilt will steal your heart!  Twelve different floral blocks on a flannel background are set with a sawtooth sashing & a stunning border.  Techniques include fusing, buttonhole stitch, working with an overlay & ½ square triangles. Come join us—it’s such fun!! 

DOUBLE WEDDING RING

Wed. Jan 20, Feb. 3, 17   10:00–3:00
Also offered
Wed. Mar 3, 17, 31          10:00–3:00
Fee:  $55                    3 Sessions
Sewing Machine Required

Foundation piecing makes a difficult project so much easier!  Arcs stitch up quickly & the curves are gentle.  Several sizes offered.

GERANIUM TABLEMAT

Thurs. Feb. 4                10:00 – 3:00
Fee:  $35                     1 Session

Let this lovely wool project grace your table all year long!  Easy appliqué stitches and the flowers spilling from the baskets are so cheerful!

LINDA BRIMIGION

BUD GARDEN

Mon. Apr. 5, Tue Apr. 27   10:00-3:00
 
Fee: $ 40                      2 Sessions
Sewing Machine Required

Do you love wool appliqué or just want to learn the how to’s?  This little wall hanging is perfect for beginners or experienced appliquérs alike.  Come and “plant” your Bud Garden with us.

GINETTE DUPUIS

THE QUIRKY RAG QUILT

Thurs. Jan. 21               10:00-4:00
OR
Mon. Mar. 8                 10:00-4:00
F
ee: $35     1 Session
Sewing Machine Required

Not sure what to do with that Flannel Panel you just bought!?! Well, here it is! Make this multi-size block rag quilt in a jiffy.  Pattern for the random set quilt will be supplied by the teacher; if you prefer you can use our standard rag quilt pattern.  (Instructions for this class can be given in French if required.)  Thanks, Merci!

TURNING TWENTY WITH A TWIST

Mon. Feb. 8                  10:00-4:00
OR
Tue. Mar. 30                 10:00-4:00
F
ee: $35                      1 Session
Sewing Machine Required

This is a great way to showcase your light and dark fabric in the same color way or use two contrasting colors for a more dramatic quilt.  Make the whole quilt top in a day!  This quilt is as easy as a Turning Twenty but with a TWIST!  (Instructions for this class can be given in French if required.)  Thanks, Merci!

MARILYN FOWLER

BEGINNING NEEDLETURN APPLIQUE

Fri. Jan 22                  10:00-3:00
OR
Thurs. Mar. 25           10:00-3:00
Fee:  $35                   1 Session

Do you love appliqué quilts but feel they are too difficult to master?  This class will give you the confidence to become an appliqué needle artist.  You will learn 3 different pattern transfer techniques, appliqué blind stitch and stitching techniques and tips.

Make a traditional Oak Leaf and Reel appliqué block to be used as a single block or in a larger project.  Marilyn will have you use this project to become comfortable with straight edge appliqué stitches and then teach more intermediate techniques such as circles and points to be used in your future projects.

FEATHER With FLOWERS -Intermediate

Tues. Jan. 26, Feb. 9, 23, Mar. 9            10:00-3:00
Fee:  $60                   4 Sessions

Reproduce this remarkable appliqué quilt from The Henry Ford Collection.  Make 4 giant, colorful blocks for an 88” x 88” quilt or 1 block for a lap quilt or wall hanging. Techniques include overlay, continuous binding for stems, strip sets for two color leaves and off-block construction.

PAT GASTON

ILLUSIONS

Mon. Jan. 25                  10:00 – 3:00
Fee: $25                        1 Session
Sewing Machine Required

Four colors rotate around in this paper pieced pineapple block.  Using a stripe fabric for the alternate block adds interest & dimension.

ORIENTAL COUPLE

Mon. Feb. 22                  10:00 – 3:00
Fee: $25                        1 Session
Sewing Machine Required

Foundation piecing makes the intricate construction of this beautifully dressed couple very easy.  The quilting includes an ancient symbol meaning love..

FLOWER POWER

Mon. Mar. 22                 10:00 – 3:00
Fee: $25                        1 Session
Sewing Machine Required

Lots of color choices makes this foundation pieced flower quilt bright and happy for your spring decorating.  Fat quarter friendly.

 

JOYCE GIAMPAPA

RICKY TIMMS CONVERGENCE QUILTS

Thurs. Jan. 28             10:00 – 2:00
OR
Thurs. Feb. 25             10:00 – 2:00
Fee: $35                        1 Session
Sewing Machine Required

Fun, Fun, quilts to make.  Much easier than it looks and gets your creative juices flowing.  Great for all levels of quilters.

DONNA LILLIBRIDGE

WOOL PENNY RUG

Sat. Jan. 9                9:00-12:00
Sat. Jan 16              1:00-3:00
Fee: $35                        1 Session

Come learn why we love to do wool appliqué. Make a traditional penny rug table topper with a twist!  Once you start, you won’t want to stop!!

DAY & NIGHT

Sat. Apr. 24                   9:30 – 3:30
Fee: $35                        1 Session
Sewing Machine Required

A neat trick by Eleanor Burns.  Sew strips together and cut into triangular sets using her ruler which comes in the book “Day & Night.” We will make a table runner in the class; however, you can easily enlarge it to make a full size quilt.

MISS ROSIE RETREAT

Pioneer Florida Museum
Fri. Feb 12 , Sat. Feb. 13             10:00-4:00
Fee:  $120                             2 days
Kits Available

Carrie Nelson of Miss Rosie’s Quilt Co. is returning for another retreat.  We will be spending two days to complete the quilt top for a brand new pattern, “Three Barns.”  You will learn a new technique for making flying geese.

Lunch is included each day.  Call the shop for further information.  A few openings remain.

DARLENE LEOSH

STACKED MARINER’S COMPASS

Fri. Jan. 8                       10:00-12:00
& Fri. Jan. 15                  10:00-4:00
Fee:  $40                         2 Sessions
Sewing Machine Required

This is a stacked method compass with NO “Y” seams.  In fact, this compass has only three seams!  Come and learn to make this awesome design either choosing to make just a one-block wall hanging or an entire quilt.

GRIDS AND GROMMET

Fri. Feb. 12                10:00-4:00
Fee:  $40                           1 Session
Sewing Machine Required

This has so many variations that you will want to make many.  Using fat quarters or a great print in either the tote or purse size offers many changes.  This tote and purse pattern make great project bags, book bags, workout bags, shoe bags or a great shopping bag.  We can never have too many purses!

RIBBON AND BLOCK JACKET

Fri. Mar. 12                       10:00-4:00
Fee:  $40                           1 Session
Sewing Machine Required

Use a sweatshirt as a base or, if you have a favorite jacket pattern, cut a base of your choice to use as a foundation to build this jacket upon.  The stripped pieced blocks go together to look like miniatures without paper piecing and they form the jacket pockets.  Simple jacket construction using bias strips which adds to the slimming design.

CATE ROSENDALE

APPLIQUE WORKSHOP

1st Tuesdays
Tue. Jan 5                        1:00 4:00
Tue. Feb. 2                      1:00 4:00
Tue. Mar. 2                       1:00 4:00
Tue. Apr. 6                       1:00 4:00
Fee: $10                    per Session

Are you struggling with a hand appliqué project – colors not quite right, points that aren’t?  This is the place to be!  Let Cate guide you toward a finished masterpiece.

FRANCES STEENBURGH

BRAZILIAN EMBROIDERY

Brazilian Embroidery is a fun embroidery method that is also called dimensional embroidery because it stands off the fabric!  It is great for wall hangings, pillows, clothing AND embellishment of quilts.  Levels I to III offered.

Level I

No prior knowledge required.

SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE

Mon. Jan 11                     10:00-4:00
Jan. 18                      1:00-4:00
OR
Tues. Mar. 11                  10:00-4:00
Mar. 18                    1:30-5:00
Fee:  $35                    2 Sessions
Thread Kit:  $8

This very popular class is very appropriately named!  All the basic stitches & information but a bit more intense beginner class.

ALPINE MEADOWS

Thurs. Feb. 11                 10:00-4:00
Feb.. 18                 10:00-1:00
OR
Thurs. Apr. 1                  10:00-4:00
Apr. 8                 10:00-1:00
Fee:  $35                       2 Sessions
Thread Kit:  $8

New Easy Beginner! Flowers of the Northeast. Learning 8 stitches with different sizes of thread in 12 colors.—a beautiful design for a 5”x7” frame.

Level II

Prerequisite: Level 1 for all Level II classes

B. E. FLOWER PRESERVES

Fri. Mar. 26                      10:00-4:00
Fee:  $35                          1 Session

All B.E. stitchers love their flowers.  Now you will have a chance to preserve our beloved flowers forever, Marigold Salsa, Pickled Pansies and Dianthus Dip.

HIBISCUS TRIO

Thurs. Jan. 14                        10:00-4:00
Fee:  $35                               1 Session

How about some Hibiscus inside your home as well as outside. A great challenge for the aggressive stitcher with its ruffled edges and contrasting colors.  Fits very well in a common 5” x 7” frame.

CHRISTMAS TREE

Tue. Jan. 12                      10:00-4:00
Fee:  $35                      1 Session
KITS: White available in Quilt Shop

How about getting a head start on your Christmas Tree for next year?  Can be either white or green.  Very easily put up and taken down—no mess!!

BOX OF CHOCOLATES

Tue. Jan. 19                      10:00-4:00
Mon. Feb. 1                       1:00-5:00
Fee:  $35                   2  Sessions

In time for your sweethearts on Valentine’s day.  A box of “Home-made” chocolates with no calories and “will not melt.”  New stitches and a beautiful velvet thread will be used.

Can be completed in a frame or beautiful valentine box.

COME INTO MY GARDEN

Mon. Feb. 15, Mar. 1, 15, 29        1:00-4:30
Fee:  $40                   4  Sessions

A magnificent design pictured on the cover of Rosalie Wakefield’s newest book “An Artist’s Garden.”  This book is needed for the 28 flowers and other miscellaneous creations. A wonderful addition to the B.E. stitcher’s library.  100 pages packed full of new flowers.

STRAWBERRY TOPPER

Thur. Mar.   4                  10:00-4:00
Thur. Mar. 18                  10:00-1:00
Fee:  $40              1 ½   Sessions

A unique Florida strawberry adapted to a charming new purpose.  Preserved forever on a wide mouth canning jar.  Great for holding buttons, candy or even Strawberry Jam.   Created with a new challenging stitch.

Level III - WORKSHOP

Fee:  $4                     per  Session
Monday                      10:00-12:30
Jan. 4 and 18
Feb. 1 and 15
Mar. 1, 15 and 29
Apr. 12 and 26

If you’ve taken a Level I or Level II class, come and join us.  Come to as many as you like and pay for each class individually.  Meet and visit with other stitchers, as well as receive help from the instructor as needed. NOTE:  Without completion of Level I & II, you will need permission from the instructor to attend.

DONNA TREFETHEN

HAND QUILTING

Wed. Jan.6 or Fri. Feb. 5     10:00-3:00
Fee:  $35                      1 Session

Learn the basics of fine hand quilting in this hands-on class.  Donna will take you through all the steps – from marking to binding.  Keep this age-old tradition alive!

BALTIMORE ALBUM BASICS

Tue. Mar. 16, 23, Apr. 13 & 20     10:00-1:00
Fee:  $50                    4 Sessions

This class will give you the tools to go on to more complex Baltimore Album quilts.  Many different techniques will be covered as well as methods of appliqué.  Let’s take this wonderful journey together.

  PIECED APPLIQUE

Tue. Mar. 16, 23, Apr. 13 & 20     1:30-5:00
Fee:  $50                    4 Sessions

Are you tired of sewing curves, matching seams and trying to make perfect points?  So, do you want an easy way to quilt?  Well, help is at hand!  This technique combines piecing and appliqué for a great pieced quilt that looks like you took a lot more time.

MAGGIE WINSBRO

MACHINE QUILTING

Sat. Jan. 23                     10:00-2:30
Fee: $25               1 Session
Sewing Machine Required.

Unfinished tops?  You’ll have them quilted in no time after taking this hands on class.  Instruction in using the walking foot, free motion, batting, threads and much more.

BINDING BASICS

Sat Jan. 16                        1:00-3:00
Fee $15                        1 Session
Sewing Machine Required.

Frustrated with those pesky bindings?  They’re so easy to do using Maggie’s tips & techniques.  Perfect mitered corners, easy beginnings and endings and you won’t believe how much more!