Quilter's Haven
Rosemount, Minnesota

Bernina Embroidery Guide Classes

Learn all the features and functionality of your Bernina embroidery module. 

Class Dates: Not on schedule at this time

Instructor: Cindy Fink

Bernina Sewing Machine Classes

Learn all the basics of machine operation as well as needle and thread selection, cleaning and maintenance, presser feet and accessories and more! Supplies include; sewing machine, accessories, machine manual and notebook for notes. This class is for all activa and aurora models.

Class Dates: Sunday’s, July 13th, August 10th, September 28th, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Instructor:  Tracy Trevethan

Beginner Cut and Piece

Learn or improve the basic skills of rotary cutting and machine piecing. Several projects to choose from, including placemats. You will make the quilt top only in this class. You may want to enroll in the quilting and finishing classes as well. We will help you shop for fabric at the first class. Beginner level. Four 2 hour classes.

Class Dates:  Wednesday’s, July 23rd, 30th, August 6th, 13th, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Instructor:  Gwen Lundgren

Fee:  $50

Beyond Beginner

Learn several new cutting, piecing and appliqué skills while you improve basic techniques. You will choose blocks you like and put them together in a wall hanging or throw size quilt.  Must have taken a beginner class or have permission from instructor. We will choose fabric during first class. Three 2-½ hour classes. Fee: $50, supplies and book, Around the Block or Once More Around the Block, both by Judy Hopkins extra.

Class Date: Not on schedule at this time

Instructor:  Gwen Lundgren

Fee:  $50, supplies and book, Around the Block or Once More Around the Block, both by Judy Hopkins extra.

Finishing Your Quilt

Most quilts are finished with a double thickness binding. We will learn to make binding and practice putting it on a small quilt sample. Tips will be shared for perfect mitered corners. Other techniques for finished edges will be demonstrated. Ideas for labeling your quilt will be discussed. Beginner to Intermediate level. One 2 ½ hour class.

Class Dates:  Not on schedule at this time

Instructor:  Gwen Lundgren

Fee:  $20

Hand Embroidery

This class will focus on embroidery stitches and supplies used to complete a project.  We’ll discuss the following: 

• Preparing your Stitchery Fabric
• Tracing the design
• Needles and threads
• Stitches such as the stem, satin, lazy daisy, blanket, fly, and back stitch. 
• Also, French knots

We’ll practice in class so you will be ready for your special project (supply list available at the shop).

Kits available at the shop include:

• Crab Apple Hill #309 Autumn Sampler
• African Folklore Embroidery Kit
• Crab Apple Hill Winter Wonderland Quilter's Haven

Class Date: Not on schedule at this time.

Instructor:  Vickie Brownell

Fee:  $15

Hand Quilting

Learn this age old, relaxing skill. Practice on a provided small sample. In this class you will learn about the best batting for hand quilting, how to mark designs and what to safely use on your quilt. And learn to spray or pin baste quilts ready for hand or machine quilting. Beginner level. One 2 ½ hour class.

Class Dates:  Not on schedule at this time

Instructor:  Gwen Lundgren

Fee:  $20

Machine Applique

Do you love the look of appliqué, but don’t want to invest the time it takes to do the hand work?  Come and learn two methods of appliqué preparation and how to stitch your appliqué by machine.

Class Date: Sunday, August 24th, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Instructor: Jean Graham

Cost: $24

Medallion Play

Beginning with a large block of your choice, you will add borders each month, following rules given in class. During class we will look at each person’s project and offer suggestions for the next border. This is similar to a round robin, but you will work only on your own quilt. Every quilt is unique. This class meets once a month for six months and is lots of fun. Intermediate level.

Class Dates:  Third Tuesday Through October  12:30 PM - 3:00 PM or 6:00PM - 8:30 PM

Instructor:  Gwen Lundgren

Fee:  $60

Mystery Quilt 2008

This class meets once a month for ten months, then ends with a big show and tell party. You will be given one set of instructions (a clue), each month. With a little sewing each month, you will have a new quilt top finished by December. Choice of five sizes; wall, throw, twin, queen or king. This mystery may be done by mail, if you prefer. Intermediate level.

Class Dates: 
Tuesdays, Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 4, Apr 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, Aug 12, Sept 2, Oct 7; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM or 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Saturdays, Jan 12, Feb 9, Mar 8, Apr 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, Aug 9, Sept 13, Oct 4; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM or 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Instructor: Gwen Lundgren

Cost: $75

Needle Felting Class

Needle felting is a simple and inspiring technique used to add color and drama to your wool projects.  Felting is accomplished by using a barbed felting needle to push wool roving into the wool background.  As a beginner you will enjoy making flowers, leaves and circles.

This will be a hands-on class.  You will learn how to make your pattern, twist to mark your pattern and layer multiple colors for an interesting affect and shape wool roving into various shapes.  This is a fun, portable technique.

Class Date: Not on schedule at this time

Instructor: Sandi Moser

Cost: $15

Paint by Numbers Bargello Quilt

Create a dramatic quilt that will come to life before your eyes and watch the waves and curves develop as you assemble the quilt.  This quilt is made with a strip piece method with a range of colors from one to twenty-eight including light, medium and dark fabrics that will make the waves flow.  The shop sample is made with 30 different blue fabrics.

Class Date: Thursdays, August 14th & 21st , 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Instructor: Denise Boos

Pajama Party

Learn the basics of garment sewing by making pajama pants.  This will be a fun class; wear your slippers and be comfortable.  We will have refreshments and pizza.  Machines available, if you need one.

Class Date: Saturday, September 6th, 7:30 PM - ?

Instructor: Jean Graham

Cost: $20, includes pizza

Saturday Quilters Night Out

Bring a project of your choice and a snack to share.  Sew, chat and snack until 10:00.  This is uninterrupted quilting time and a chance to make new friends.  No formal teaching, but lots of help if you need it.  Intermediate level.  Please call to register for these evenings.

Class Dates: Saturdays, May 31, June 21, July 26, August 23, September 27, October 25, November 29, December 27; 4:00 PM -10:00 PM

Instructor: Gwen Lundgren

Cost: $10, includes pizza

Wool Rug Needle Punch

Explore a new (old) technique of needle punch rug making.  Similar to needle punch embroidery, we will use an Oxford punch to push wool strips through a foundation fabric to create a design.  This is fun and easy, but best of all it goes fast!  In class we will talk about fabrics vs. yarn, backing fabrics, tools of the trade and finishing techniques.  The class kit will include design, backing and wool to complete a trivet which can be hung on a wall or used on a table top.  You will need an Oxford punch and a 14” hoop, plus kit.

Class Dates: Not On Schedule At This Time.

Instructor: Suzy Klein

Fee: $24