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A great emphasis is placed on education at Among Friends Quilt Shop. Quilting offers a wide range of experiences and we want to help you encounter as many of those experiences as possible.





 
We offer many different classes each semester, and have provided a 1,000 sq. foot classroom that sets us apart from other quilt shops. It's also equipped with plenty of full-spectrum lighting to enhance your learning experience.



 
 
Skill Levels:

Please determine your skill level and select classes that are at your level or below. If you need help in assessing your skill level, please ask us for assistance.

  Beginner 1:  You must know how to operate your sewing machine and sew a straight
    line.
  Beginner 2:  You must be at a Beginner 1 level, plus know how to use a rotary cutter and
    ruler and have some piecing experience.
  Intermediate:  You must be at a Beginner 2 level, plus have several projects under your
    belt. This person is more experienced than a Beginner 2 quilter.
  Advanced:  You are an experienced quilter looking to broaden your horizons and/or to
    sharpen your skills.

 

= Books = Magazine = Pattern = Software
= Sweet
   Treat class
= Summer
   Daze class
= Kids class    
Summer 2010 Class Semester
Kits are available for some classes. If interested, please ask. Dimensions listed are approximate.
Want to take a class, but the date doesn’t work for you? You have options. You can either enlist four of your quilting/sewing buddies and come up with a time that works for you and our instructor and create your own class date or you can take a private lesson. Private lessons are available for many of our classes.




 

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  Quilting for Beginners: In this five-session class, you will learn the basics of quilt-making while making a wall hanging from start to finish. If you haven't quilted before, this is the place to start. This class usually fills up quickly, so register soon. This is a five-session class.


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  Project Dimensions: 34” x 34”
  Skill Level: Beginner 1 and Beginner 2
  Taught by Wendy Vetter
  $90.00
  Tuesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27, and August 3
     from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

  Sweet Sugar Swirls: This project will use a honey bun (1 ½” strips) to create this fun star quilt! The best thing is, there are no Y-seams in construction. Making strip sets from the honey bun makes the stars quick and easy.


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  Project Dimensions: Approximately 63” x
     79”
  Project Designer: Fig Tree & Co
  Skill Level: Beginner 2
  Taught by Audrey Esarey
  $28.00
  Thursday, July 15 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

  Bow N Go Bag: Learn to use fabric wrapped clotheline to create a unique purse. Use batiks or bright colors for an awesome summer bag.


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  Project Dimensions: 14” wide x 10” tall x 8”
     deep
  Project Designer: Aunties Two
  Skill Level: Intermediate
  Taught by Evelyn Cureton
  $50.00
  Mondays, July 19 & 26 from 6:00 to 9:00
     p.m.

  Electric Quilt Software: Are you a new owner of the Electric Quilt software? Maybe you are interested in purchasing this quilt design software, but want to learn more about it first. This class provides an excellent opportunity to see it in action. Janet will show you what you can do with Electric Software. It is simply amazing. Learn to use modern technology to aid you in your quilt design. Janet and Electric Quilt will help you get started. As a bonus, for those who take the class, you will have an opportunity to purchase the software and/or the companion books at a discount that evening.


 

 

 

  Taught by Janet Schmidt
  $18.00
  Thursday, July 22 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

  Butterflies Are Free: Stained glass butterfly quilt. The pattern has a size to make a pillow, or you can make several blocks and put together to make a wall quilt or a full size quilt.


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  Project Dimensions: 41” x 53”
  Project Designer: Details by Diane
  Skill Level: Beginner 2
  Taught by Barbara Burrows
  $28.00
  Thursday, July 29 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

  Hip Skirt: This project will use a fun print to create a great summer skirt. The skirt has simple pleats that create a sophisticated look without all the work! You will want to make one in every color!


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  Project Dimensions: Knee length skirt
  Project Designer: Favorite Things
  Skill Level: Beginner 2
  Taught by Audrey Esarey
  $36.00
  Saturday, July 31 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00
     p.m.

  Midtown Trench: Create your own trench coat with three different styles to choose from. You can use two different fabrics for constructing the project.


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  Project Dimensions: The trench coat maybe
     hemmed to mid thigh or above the knee
     length
  Project Designer: Mary Ann Doze
  Skill Level: Intermediate
  Taught by Wanda Wiegand
  $50.00
  Thursdays, August 5 & 12 from 6:00 to
     9:00 p.m.

  Saginaw Sunflowers: Make appliqués that look like they were needle-turned, but do it by machine. Evelyn will show you how it is done using Beth Ferrier’s book.


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  Project Dimensions: Approx. 25” x 31 ½”
  Project Designer: Beth Ferrier
  Skill Level: Intermediate
  Taught by Evelyn Cureton
  $36.00
  Saturday, August 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00
     p.m.

  Regatta: Drift away to dreamland with this charming sailboat quilt. Use a layer cake and freezer paper to make putting this block together easy and fun. Let Betty show you how it is done.


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  Project Dimensions: 49 ½” x 61”
  Project Designer: Sandy Gervais
  Skill Level: Beginner 2
  Taught by Betty Patterson
  $36.00
  Saturday, August 14 from 10:00 a.m. to
     2:00 p.m.

  Hand Quilting for Beginners: In this class, you will learn the basics of hand quilting so you can begin making family heirlooms. Class fee includes a sample quilt sandwich.


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  Skill Level: All
  Taught by Judy Mobberley
  $25.00
  Thursday, August 19 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

  Amy Butler Software Series: This project will use a combination of prints and solids to create a fun zig-zag quilt.


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  Project Dimensions: 68” x 84”
  Project Designer: Amy Butler
  Skill Level: Beginner 2
  Taught by Audrey Esarey
  $28.00
  Thursday, September 2 from 6:00 to 9:00
     p.m.

  The Liverpool: The Liverpool can be made into a shirt, tunic, or a short or long dress. Sample is a short dress with ¾” length sleeves. The dress can be worn with jeans or alone as a dress.


 

 

 

  Project Dimensions: Dress can be made in
     four different lengths
  Project Designer: Amy Butler
  Skill Level: Intermediate
  Taught by Wanda Wiegand
  $36.00
  Saturday, September 11 from 10:00 a.m. to
     2:00 p.m.

  Take 5 Quilt: This quilt is made with 5 fabrics and takes 5 hours to assemble the top. It is fast. It is fun. We can even pre-cut your fabrics for you in advance of class (see sales associate for details – must be done at least 1 week prior to class).


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  Project Dimensions: various
  Project Designer: The Teacher’s Pet
  Skill Level: Beginner 2 and above
  Taught by Wendy Vetter
  $28.00
  Thursday, September 16 from 6:00 to 9:00
     p.m.

  Jacob’s Ladder: This scrappy looking quilt uses 1 jelly roll and 1 layer cake. You will learn two methods of constructing half-square triangles, one using Thangles. We will discuss several design layout options for these blocks in class. Jacob’s Ladder is a terrific traditional block that stands the test of time as one of our favorites.


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  Project Dimensions: 66” x 66”
  Skill Level: Beginner 2
  Taught by Betty Patterson
  $28.00
  Thursday, September 23 from 6:00 to 9:00
     p.m.

  Henrietta: This project can be used as a baby toy, or a pincushion, just not at the same time. It is perfect for a small gift! It is cute; make several!


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  Project Dimensions: 4 inches tall
  Project Designer: Heather Bailey
  Skill Level: Beginner 2
  Taught by Audrey Esarey
  $28.00
  Saturday, October 2 from 9:00 a.m. to
     12:00 p.m.

  Brainy Baby Ball: This project is perfect for a baby gift. The ball has a lot of places for the baby to grab. This project is fat quarter friendly.


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  Project Dimensions: Approx. 10” diameter
  Project Designer: Sew Fun
  Skill Level: Beginner 2
  Taught by Audrey Esarey
  $28.00
  Saturday, October 2 from 12:30 to 3:30
     p.m.

  Quilting for Beginners: In this five-session class, you will learn the basics of quilt-making while making a wall hanging from start to finish. If you haven't quilted before, this is the place to start. This class usually fills up quickly, so register soon.


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  Project Dimensions: 34” x 34”
  Skill Level: Beginner 1 and Beginner 2
  Taught by Wendy Vetter
  $90.00
  Mondays, October 4, 11, 18, 25, and
     November 1 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.

  Picket Fence: This is a unique quilt using value of fabrics to create the illusion of layers and depth. Placement of lights, mediums and darks also help to create the 3-D effect. This quilt is perfect for showcasing your favorite fabric line or to use up your stash. It makes a perfect scrappy quilt.


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  Project Dimensions: 82 ½” x 91 ½”
  Project Designer: Elsie M.
  Skill Level: Beginner 2
  Taught by Betty Patterson
  $28.00
  Thursday, October 7 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

  Poppies Quilt: This is a very striking quilt made with the very popular Poppies fabric line from Clothworks designed by Pamela Mostek. The center of the quilt features the large scale poppies print in red and green on a black background.


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  Project Dimensions: 56” x 56”
  Project Designer: Pamela Mostek
  Skill Level: Beginner 2 and above
  Taught by Staff
  $30.00
  Saturday, October 9 from 10:00 a.m. to
     1:00 p.m.

  Machine Quilting Basics: This class covers the basics needed to begin machine quilting. Learn how to use a walking foot for straight line quilting and a darning foot or free motion foot for stipple quilting. Also, learn the "secret word" for machine quilting! This class fills up quickly, so register soon.


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  Skill Level: Beginner 2 and above
  Taught by Barbara Burrows
  $28.00
  Saturday, October 23 from 12:00 to 3:00
     p.m.

 

 

 

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