We offer a variety of classes at Viking Sew 'n Quilt including the following types:
Click on the type of class in which you are interested to jump to that section of our class listing.
Please note: students receive a 10% discount towards the purchase of their class supplies!
This list is current as of
7/20/08
. Space is available in all upcoming classes. Please call or stop into the shop to signup. .
Quilting & Creative Classes
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| Apr 7, Apr 14, May 5, May 12 |
Mon 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
Kids Sew - What a fun way for Kid's to learn sewing. Our projects are designed to get the young sewer familiar with the sewing machine while completing a fun project. |
Cathy Dyer |
B, I |
$10
per session |
| Apr 16 or Aug 20 |
Wed 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Quilt In A Cup - This will be the quickest quilt you have ever made! It will be fun to display your originality and talents while keeping your beverage chilled. Come join us for some creative fun. Bring your scraps and decorative threads.  |
Cindy Watters |
B, I |
$12 |
| Apr 17 |
Thu 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
BQ Quilt - Learn how to make an easy striking quilt. You can use a conversation print for the squares or an assortment of fabrics. This quilt looks great with as little as 3 fabrics.
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Carol Alperin |
B, I, A |
$24 |
| Apr 21 |
Mon 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
Batik Scarf And Necklace - just in time for Mother's Day - Learn how to knit or crochet batik fabric strips with decorative yarns or beads into a unique scarf or necklace just like n the boutiques. These quick and easy projects make great gifts.  |
Nancy Hunt |
B, I |
FREE
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| Apr 29, May 6 |
Tue 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Magnolia Quilt - Using the Magnolia fabric from Blank Quilting (Or another pretty floral), make a striking lap quilt. In this quilt you will strip piece, work with half square triangles and square in a square blocks. So sharpen your cutter and make a quilt you can enjoy today. 
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Jeffie McManus |
I, A |
$24 |
| Apr 30, May 7 |
Wed 10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
T-shirt Quilt With Cindy - Everyone has t-shirts from their favorite sports teams, school, or events. A quilt is a great way to cherish and save these t-shirts. A perfect gift idea for graduation, Father's Day, etc. Learn how to prepare t-shirts for a quilt and design your own. |
Cindy Watters |
B, I, A |
$36 |
| May 1, May 8 |
Thu 10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Chocolate Ripple - Do you love ice cream? Then this is the class for you. Learn several piecing techniques to make this quilt for "Ice Cream Lovers".  |
Carol Alperin |
B, I, A |
$36 |
| May 1, May 8, May 15, May 29, Jun 5, Aug 14, Aug 21, Sep 4, Sep 11, Sep 18 |
Thu 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Beginning Quilting 2008 - Learn to quilt in this class. You will make 9 blocks. Some of these blocks will be pieced and at least one block will be
appliquéd. You will learn quick piecing techniques for accuracy.
Start postponed until May 15. Call store for details.
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Holly Hart Anderson |
B |
$75 |
| May 16, May 23 |
Fri 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Flowers In My Garden - A double attic window block makes the perfect way to showcase a pretty floral fabric or your embroidered flowers. In this quilt you can see the sunshine on the window sill. Learn how to do mitered corners the easy way.  |
Jeffie McManus |
I, A |
$24 |
| May 28, Sep 3 |
Wed 10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Embroidery Basics With Cindy - Is your embroidery unit still in the box? Does the thought of using it send shivers down your spine? Join us and improve your embroidery skills. Stabilizers will be simplified. Hooping hints will be shared. Your needle knowledge will increase. Your embroidery skills as well as your fun with your machine will increase.
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Cindy Watters |
B, I, A |
$18 |
| May 29 |
Thu 10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Blueberry Jelly - Assorted star and flying gees abound in this stunning quilt made with a jelly roll and some additional background 2 1/2" strips. It is so much fun using these pre-cut strips to create this comfy quilt.  |
Brenda Connelly |
I, A |
$36 |
| May 30 |
Fri 10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
All That Pizzazz - Have you ever seen a large print floral or oriental and thought "Wow! I really would like to make a quilt using that but how?" This is the answer - - Using your favorite larger floral or oriental print or other large print fabric, you will indeed create a quilt with Pizzazz!
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Brenda Connelly |
B, I, A |
$36 |
| Jun 2, Jun 9 |
Mon 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Wish On A Star - Baby Quilt - This quilt is Beginner friendly and is a gorgeous addition to Baby's Nursery whether at home, grandparents house or as a gift.  |
Nancy Hunt |
B, I, A |
$24 |
| Jun 3 |
Tue 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Bath Mat For All Seasons - What an adorable place to put your feet when you step out of the bath or shower! This oval bath mat is grid quilted on the diagonal, machine appliquéd and finished with binding. Choose a favorite appliqué and make one for each season starting with the flip flops.  |
Dot Bailey |
B, I, A |
$24 |
| Jun 4 |
Wed 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Beginning Sewing - Apron - Make an adorable apron for that special little girl in your life. Several style options are available. Learn to trace a pattern, cut out your fabric pieces, make a bias strip and gather to make a ruffle.  |
Cindy Watters |
B, I, A |
$24 |
| Jun 5, Jun 12 |
Thu 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Hill Country Quilt - This class will help you build on your understanding of skills needed to turn half square triangle blocks into a interesting arrangement of "Hill" blocks.  |
Nancy Hunt |
B, I |
$24 |
| Jun 16, Jun 18 |
Mon & Wed 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Window On The East - A little cutting and sewing and you too can create a scene through the window. You will use a 24" wide scenic panel and you won't have to call the builder for an easy addition to your home.  |
Jeffie McManus |
I, A |
$24 |
| Jun 20 |
Fri 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Serger Table Runner - Quick & Easy quilted table runner made completely with your serger.  |
Holly Hart Anderson |
B, I |
$18 |
| Jun 26 |
Thu 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Dragonfly Or Sea Turtle Wall hanging - Create a fast and easy wall hanging using just 2 fabrics by cutting and fusing. This is a great wall hanging for a beginner.   |
Carol Alperin |
B, I, A |
$24 |
| Jul 1 |
Tue 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Jelly Braids - Take 2 1/2" strips and make a unique jelly braid quilt.  |
Kathy Wilson |
B, I |
$24 |
| Jul 10, Jul 17, Jul 24, Jul 31, Aug 21 |
Thu 10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Beginning Quilting With Carol - Join Carol and learn how to quilt. She will take your through the steps of cutting and piecing your fabrics, the basics of appliqué, adding borders, quilting your masterpiece and finally adding the binding. |
Carol Alperin |
B, I |
$75 |
| Jul 21 |
Mon 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Soul Food - Pick your favorite focus fabric make a few hour glass blocks and presto you have a great quilt to give as a gift or keep for yourself. It's amazing what you can make from just 3 fabrics.  |
Kathy Wilson |
B, I |
$24 |
| Jul 23 |
Wed 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Keyholes Quilt - Select your favorite jelly roll and begin to strip quilt or select 12 fat quarters. Perfect for a beginner or experienced quilters. Jelly rolls save time on cutting and the color coordinating is already done. It is a fun, easy quilt to complete!  |
Cindy Watters |
B, I |
$24 |
| Jul 30 |
Wed 10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Open Embroidery With Cindy - If you have taken Embroidery Basics and would like some additional assistance, please bring your project and questions. You will get answers to design selection, stabilizers, needle choices, alternate thread color selections, etc. |
Cindy Watters |
B, I |
$18 |
| Aug 6 |
Wed 10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Embroidery In The Hoop - Are you ready to master another embroidery skill? Learn to use the wonderful In the Hoop designs available. All of the work is done in the hoop - absolutely no sewing is required! These gift card holders are perfect gifts - graduation, birthday, holiday. |
Cindy Watters |
B, I, A |
$18 |
| Aug 7 |
Thu 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Twistin' Round The Rails - Learn to make a quick and easy quilt using the rail fence block. Use this quilt as a gift or for yourself.  |
Kathy Wilson |
B, I |
$24 |
| Aug 11 |
Mon 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Holiday Cheer - Want to learn to strip? Strip piece that is. Learn to use your 2 1/2" strips and make this quick and easy quilt.  |
Kathy Wilson |
B, I |
$24 |
| Aug 13 |
Wed 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Fat Quarter Bag - This bag is quick and fun to make. It is great for carrying your quilts to "show and tell" or your quilt projects to class. It is also great as a "slumber party" bag to carry your overnight necessities.  |
Cindy Watters |
B, I |
$24 |
| Aug 16 |
Sat 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Sachet Bag - Learn some heirloom sewing and machine embroidery techniques while making this adorable sachet bag. Just think of all the uses for this pretty little bag. |
Holly Hart Anderson |
B, I |
$24 |
| Aug 22 |
Fri 10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Carry All Tote - Make a carry all tote for yourself using pre-quilted fabric. This bag will be completed in one class.  |
Carol Alperin |
B, I, A |
$30 |
| Sep 18 |
Thu 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Paper Piecing For Beginners - Learn the basics of paper piecing and laugh while you sew! |
Carol Alperin |
B, I |
$24 |
| Sep 11 |
Thu 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Sunshine Quilt - Let the sunshine in and make this cheery quilt. Learn some quick piecing techniques and these quilts will become the favorite gifts of your friends and relatives.  |
Kathy Wilson |
B, I |
$24 |
Heirloom Sewing Classes
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| Apr 22 |
Tue 10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Madeira Frame Pillow - Incorporating a beautiful Zundt design from the Martha Pullen Company, this pillow has exquisite embroidery in the center featuring bullion rosebuds, gorgeous scrolls and leaves. The madeira frame is made of linen and creates a beautiful accent to the lace and embroidery of this exquisite pillow.  |
Dot Bailey |
B, I |
$36 |
| May 14, May 15, May 21, May 22 |
Wed & Thurs 10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Double Scalloped Madeira Dress - Come join a Certified Martha Pullen instructor, Dot Bailey and make this heirloom dress. You will learn various techniques for working with lace, appliqués, and fancy stitches.  |
Dot Bailey |
B, I |
$144 |
| Jul 22 |
Tue 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Magic Madeira Appliqué Bibs - Delicate and intricate in appearance are these gorgeous bibs in blue or pink. Madeira appliqué is totally EASY to create using the magic method with wash away basting thread. With scallops being in the inside of the bib, a tailored straight edge is created. 
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Dot Bailey |
B, I |
$24 |
| Jul 28, Jul 29 |
Mon & Tue 10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Antique Heirloom Pillow Sham - Make this beautiful pillow sham and begin filling your heirloom hope chest. |
Dot Bailey |
B, I |
$72 |
| Aug 26 |
Tue 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Magic Madeira Bonnet - The heirloom sewing details on this bonnet create a simple head covering for the new baby. You choose if you are making a girl's or a boy's bonnet. You will use small embroidery design on the brim create this basic bonnet with Madeira techniques.   |
Dot Bailey |
B, I |
$24 |
Husqvarna-Viking Knowledge Classes
Have you ever wondered if your machine could do more? Bring your questions and sewing machine and join one of our staff members for a Machine Knowledge session.
(V K Classes are free to those who purchased their machine from H&C or VSQ.) |
| Jun 11 |
Wed 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
Basic Embroidery Machines - Come and learn more about your embroidery machine. Attend this class if you own a Platinum 950E, Designer II, Quilt Designer II, Rose, Iris, or Scandinavia 300.
This class is free to those who purchased their machine from H&C or VSQ.
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Staff |
B, I, A |
$25 |
| Jun 23 |
Mon 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
Basic Electronic Viking Machines - Come increase your understanding and skills with your machine. So if you have a series 400, 500, Scandinavia 200,Platinum, Interlude, Angelica, Viva machine this knowledge class is for you.
This class is free to those who purchased their machine from H&C or VSQ.
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Staff |
B, I, A |
$25 |
| Jul 7 |
Mon 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
Designer SE - Have you ever wondered if your machine could do more? Bring your questions and sewing machine and join one of our staff members for a Machine Knowledge Session.
This class is free to those who purchased their machine from H&C or VSQ.
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Staff |
B, I, A |
$25
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| Aug 4 |
Mon 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
Designer Series - Learn more about your Designer I and how you can optimize the use of it. |
Staff |
B, I, A |
$25 |
Husqvarna-Viking Software Classes
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| Apr 17, May 22 |
Thu 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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4D Adventure - Come enjoy the adventure with Sue Bready. She will have an exciting project each month designed to use the capabilities of the 4D Professional Software Suite and your embroidery machine.
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Sue Bready |
I, A
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$15 per session |
| Apr 19, May 31 |
Sat 10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
4D Embroidery - Learn the features that make the 4D Embroidery Extra software a powerful embroidery software application. Sue will be leading you in some application-based software lessons that will show you how to take your embroidery to the next level of creativity.
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Sue Bready |
B, I
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$22.50
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Block of the Month Groups
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| 2nd Tues of each month |
Tue 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Dear Jane - Come and join Cathy in making several of the "Dear Jane" blocks each month. The focus of these classes will be learning ways to make these 4 1/2" blocks accurately.  |
Cathy Dyer |
B, I |
$60 |
| 1st Sat or 3rd Tue of each month |
Sat or Tues 10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Block Of The Month - Come and learn some piecing techniques each month. In each class you will make a 12" square and be shown at least one project that can be made using the monthly block. The instruction and fabric kit are available for a fee of $5/month. Join us to work on a blue/yellow quilt or a black and white with a splash quilt.
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Cathy Dyer |
B, I, A |
$5 per block |
Clubs & Groups
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| Sep 19 |
Fri 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Serger University - 101 - Learn the various parts of your serger and the methods of threading this machine. This class is designed for Huskylock owners. |
Holly Hart Anderson |
B, I |
$18 |
| Oct 24 |
Fri 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Serger University - 201 - Learn more techniques and applications for your Huskylock. In this session the focus will be on the cover stitch and some of its applications. |
Holly Hart Anderson |
B, I |
$18 |
| Nov 14 |
Fri 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Serger University - 301 - Learn some specialty techniques with your serger like using elastic and lace insertion. |
Holly Hart Anderson |
B, I |
$18 |