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Workshops are normally held on the 3rd and/or 4th Thursday of each month
In room "A" of the Chota Rec Center
located at 145 Awohili Drive Loudon, TN 37774 - MAP
A charge of $10 will be collected for each workshop.
The deadline for a refund is the day of the guild meeting prior to the workshop.
Guild Membership is required for workshop participation.
Workshop questions?
For scheduling questions, contact
Linda Brown at (858) 349-3877
For questions about classes, please contact the workshop instructor/presenter
All Boutique Sit & Sew sessions are FREE.
Items made at the Sit & Sew will be donated to the Boutique and sold at the Quilt Show 2024, "Quilts by The Lake".
All proceeds from the quilt show Boutique will go towards the operating budget of our guild for the next two years.
CLICK the link below to see a list of session dates and online sign up options
Thursday, July 25, 9:30am
"Falling Leaf"
with Sherry Balasko-Mayfield
Sherry will teach various embroidery stitches including chain stitch, whipped chain stitch, back stitch, whipped backstitch, stem/outline stitch, blanket/buttonhole stitch, and French knots as you create your own beautiful leaf. You will also learn coloring on fabric, application of beads, and discussion of finishing techniques and construction of twisted cords. This is a workshop for all skill levels.
A $10 kit fee is required and will include background cotton fabric, Crayola crayons, DMS embroidery floss and perle cotton, assortment of beads, needles and printed instructions for Sherry’s original design.
Sherry learned to embroider at the young age of eight from her mom and grandmothers and she hasn't stopped learning and stitching. She has explored various embroidery techniques including cross stitch, crewel work, freestyle, canvas, hardanger, pulled thread, blackwork, beadwork, drawn thread, gold work, stump work, Romanian point lace, and Bargello. Sherry continues to share her love of embroidery through original design and teaching opportunities. She has taught for the Embroiderers’ Guild of America at the local level for Chapter Retreats, Workshops, and Regional Seminars.
In room "A" of the Chota Rec Center
In addition to the kit students will need to bring the following items:
6” embroidery hoop
Paper scissors
Pencil
Straight pins
Embroidery scissors
Optional: Wool fabric for background application of leaf
Thursday, August 15, 9:30am
"Gnome Table Runner"
with Judy Egan
This pattern is an original Judy Egan design. Judy will share her tips and expertise to piece and machine appliqué this adorable table runner.
This workshop is for all skill levels.
In room "A" of the Chota Rec Center
Click HERE for printable supply list
Thursday, August 22, 9:30am
"Rope Bowls"
with Donna Anderson
In this beginner rope bowl class, Donna will teach the basic techniques to create your own personal rope bowls. These bowls can be used to help with organization, stylish home décor and will make great gifts.
In room "A" of the Chota Rec Center
Click HERE for printable supply list
Thursday, September 19, 9:30am
"Bionic Bag"
with Louise Ragle
The Bionic Bag may be used for keeping all your sewing supplies together, a make up bag, baby supplies, notions, and so many other possibilities. The front of the bag folds out to provide a tray for holding a pin cushion, scissors, threads, etc. A strap on each side makes it easy to carry.
A $10 supply fee is required ($5 if you provide your own zippers) and includes the written instructions and 7 zippers.
In room "A" of the Chota Rec Center
Thursday, September 26, 9:30am
"Passages Quilt "
with Peg Purdue
Peg will show us how to make this fun 3D wall quilt. Tumbling blocks seem to float in the air, tumbling over the surface of this optical illusion quilt. There are no Y- seams and it is really easy, it just has the illusion that is difficult.
In room "A" of the Chota Rec Center
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