Classes and Events

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Club Scene

Stitchers of all levels are welcome to join these monthly meetings. Call ahead for materials lists or go to clubsupplies-VFS.blogspot.com.

Village Fabric Shoppe Clubs are a great way to try something new or brush up on old skills while meeting lots of great fellow quilters. And the on-going nature of our clubs allows us to explore techniques in more depth than in a regular class. So, join us and become part of the "Village Fabric Club Scene!" Meeting dates are in monthly listings. General plans for each club are below, Check the blog for more detailed information and supply lists as we go.

Art quilters

We will continue our exploration of design principles as we work through the exercises in "Fearless Design" by Lorraine Torrence and friends. You will expand your skills and develop your personal style as we take things one concept at a time. Second Tuesdays, 10-12, $10.00

Crazy Quilters

Join us in the magical world of crazy quilting! Each month we'll explore a variety of embellishment techniques in an informal setting while creating heirloom quality items like needle cases, purses or photo frames sure to become treasured family keepsakes. No prior experience necessary. Usually fourth Saturdays. 10-1, $18.00

Hand Stitchers

No electricity, no machine, no problem.!! Join us as we try out direct smocking and English Paper Piecing over the next few meetings. First Tuesdays , 10 -12, $10.00

Block of the Month

Based on the Kelmscott Quilt in William Morris in Appliqué, it is fused and raw edge appliquéd. Easier than you think! We will work through this one block at a time for the entire year. Get signed up soon so you don't miss any. First Saturdays, 9 am. Free with block kit purchase( $12.00 ).

Scrap Therapy Thursdays Cutting sessions

A prerequisite for all Scrap Therapy Projects, great for beginners to learn safe use of tools and great fro more experienced quilters to organize their scraps into a very usable system. 11-1 on the first Thursday of Most months. $10.00 - see box on inside back cover. followed by Open cutting and exchange from 1-4

Difficulty Ratings

* beginner: I have not quilted before. You will be given a 10% discount when purchasing equipment and materials for classes with this rating.
** confident beginner: I can sew a reasonably even seam and use my equipment comfortably.
*** intermediate: I have done some quilting and want to learn more
**** advanced: I love a challenge and have experience with the basics!!

June Events

Take 20% off class supplies with paid registration only during Registration Week - June 8- 12!!

Art Camp for Grownups

This year we will concentrate on paint effects on fabric. From beautiful background washes and sky and water fabrics, to printing, stamping and stenciling, You will be ready for any project with your own custom made fabrics. Fun for all levels- no sewing.
June 15,17, 22, & 24 , 11-1 $48.00 Diana Louie

Great Grids and Perky Plaids

Do you want to Quilt your own quilts, but don't know where to start? Are those tops piling up? Grids are the classic overall design and make great background designs for fancywork too. Come learn how to make great grids and even some perky plaids. This no marking method will have you finishing all your tops in time for the fair!! If you don't have a top ready layer some fat quarters for a pair of placemats and get a jump on holiday gifts!!
June 23, 12:30-3:30, $18.00, Diana Louie

This Months Club Dates:

• Art Club - June 8
• Block of the Month - June 5
• Crazy Quilt Club - June 26
• Hand Stitchers - June 1

July Events

Closed July 3, Closed early - 3:30 pm, July 10

Just 4 Fun Summer Quilt

We will cut piece layer and tie this light weight summer quilt. The only thing you need to know is that you want to make this quilt. Most of the work will be completed in class and the fee even includes one of our Just 4 Fun fabric Kits. Sewing machine required.
July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 7pm-9:30, $100.00, Diana Louie.

Fall Houses

The pumpkins and stenciled fall leaves make this super fun, Join us for just this row, or add to your larger four seasons quilt.
July 7 & 21, 1-4 pm, Nancy Shakleton $36.00

A Tisket, A Tasket Appliqué Workshops

We've been having so much fun creating the wonderful basket blocks and learning new forms of appliqué. Feel free to join the fun at any time – you don't have to have taken the previous classes!" In the next three sessions, we'll explore different hand appliqué techniques. (If you haven't already downloaded the patterns, contact Diana at the shop.) These blocks are loaded with charm and are small enough that they make a great take-along project and can be easily completed in time for the next month. July 24th, we'll work on block 8 using heat resistant Mylar to prepare our shapes and then work on perfecting nice, invisible stitches – not as hard as you think with tips from Diane!
Block 8, July 24, 1:30-4:30 $18.00

Picnic in the Park UFO Day

Start with a clean slate for fall or complete your Dutchess County Fair entries – finishing those UFO's will be "a picnic in the park" with Diane's ready advice! And speaking of picnics, bring your lunch and we'll supply the iced tea and lemonade plus brownies for dessert. What better way to spend a vacation day!
All levels, July 29th, 10 - 4 $36.00

This Months Club Dates:

• Art Club - July 13
• Block of the Month - July 10, Date Change
• Crazy Quilt Club - July 24
• Hand Stitchers - July 6

August Events

Lemon-Blueberry Quilt

Just in time for blueberry season, This two color (plus) stunner will richly flavor your summer. Learn how effective pinning and pressing can give you perfect points and intersections. This wonderful block can give the illusion of circles without curves and without diamonds.
August 4 & 18, 1-4 pm, Nancy Shakleton, $36.00

Sunbonnet Sue and Over-all Sam

These kids are quilting classics! Whether you’re decorating a nursery or just want to make a really special quilt, we’ll help you with a quick and easy technique for the appliqué plus lots of fun and creative ideas for the embellishment. Sue and Sam would look great in 1930’s repros or any country style fabric you’d like. We know you’ll love these two as much as we do!
All levels, August 12th, , 12:30 – 4:30 Diane Johnson, $18.00

Beautiful Binding

This subject gets glossed over in so many workshops we thought it was time to set things straight. Learn what those picky judges look for in a binding and why. Then find out how to make yours wonderful. Once you know how to do it right, you may find yourself winning more ribbons!!!! You need to have a project ready to bind.- perhaps even a placemat from the Great Grids workshop.
August 17, 1-4:00 $18.00 Diana Louie

Pillowcase Party

Learn how to make a basic pillowcase using the Hot Dog method. Just show up with a few friends and choose from our pre cut pieces of fabric. As you move from station to station you will create a bed sized Pillowcase and learn how to repeat this on your own. This is a perfect way to ease into sewing with a machine. If you donate your effort to the Million Pillowcase Challenge, the lesson if FREE. Lets see how many we can get done in a day!!
All levels Ongoing all day, 11-5. ( if you keep your pillowcase it will cost you $10.00) August 20

Who's There? Fabric Collage for Kids

Owls will perch happily on this 12 inch pillow slip. Fused construction means this is as easy as tracing. cutting and ironing. With basic hand stitched accents even the adults will love this project. Let the kids have the fun and they will learn valuable skills and a love of fabric and threads that will enrich their whole lives. Safe behavior around irons, scissors and needle and thread will be emphasized. Ages 7 & up.
August 26, 1-3, $15.00 including materials
please call ahead to reserve your child a spot

A Tisket a Tasket Appliqué Workshop

August 28th , block 9 will feature needle turn appliqué (and a bit of wool!) and we’ll continue practicing those stitches. 1:30-4:30, $18.00

This Months Club Dates:

• Art Club - August 10
• Block of the Month - August 7
• Crazy Quilt Club - August 28
• Hand Stitchers - August 3

September Events

Back to Winter Hours September 7

Holiday Head Start Week Sept 14-17 - All Holiday Head Start workshops run from 1-4 and cost $18.00. Be sure to get your supply lists ahead of time.

Chinese takeout box/Sewing Kit

This easy and fun takeout style box can be a sewing kit , or a great way to present a small gift ( I like Hershey's Kisses ) You will find yourself making these in all sorts of themed fabrics, customized to the recipient or the contents. Makes a perfect Teacher Gift filled with paper clips and post it notes!!!
September 14

Fabric Bowl

Looking for something quick yet special for your non-quilting friends and family – grab a couple of fat quarters and join us for a session on fabric bowls. Great for displaying anything from pine cones to sea shells or serving bread – they’re reversible AND washable! These bowls are truly addicting – you’ll want to make one for everyone on your gift list – plus several for yourself! Sewing machine with satin stitch required
All levels, Sept 15

Stylish Go-Anywhere Purse.

We have just the thing for all the gals on your list! This purse can go from dressy to casual, from free-spirited to sophisticated, depending on the fabrics you choose. Perfect for those hard-to-please daughters or granddaughters!
All levels, September 16

Chicken Scratch Bookmark or Fob

This simple embroidery technique relies on the checks of gingham for guidelines and uses only two simple stitches. Learn the technique on this little project and make one for everyone on your list. We will also discuss how to add this to other projects. Bring small scissors and a 3" embroidery hoop, everything else is included!! Even the kids can do this one!!
September 17

A Tisket a Tasket Appliqué Workshops

Block 10, our choice for this month , will focus on freezer paper for creating the shapes (and again, a bit of wool). This block may be done by hand or machine. See the July listing for an overview of this ongoing series.
September 18th All levels, 1:30 – 4:30 $18.00

Winter Houses

This is the last of the Seasons Houses. This evening scene features singing snowmen with a row of houses. Join us for a holiday wall hanging or finish your year with this winter row!!
September 22 & October 6, 1-4,Nancy Shakleton, $36.00

This Months Club Dates:

• Art Club - September 14
• Block of the Month - September 4
• Crazy Quilt Club - Sept 18 - Date Change
• Hand Stitchers - September 7