Wednesday, February 22, 2023

More Classes are Here for You

 

Hi Quilters!


 
We are SO excited to announce that we have booked a SECOND spring quilt retreat at Ross Point in Post Falls! Our first retreat is filling up so fast and we wanted to make sure that everyone had a chance to play!... the surprise part of this retreat is that ALL OF OUR EMPLOYEES are going too!! If you ever wanted time to play with all of us- this is your chance! So mark your calendars...for April 3-6th and get signed up as quick as you can. We are excited for you to join us.

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Don't forget to mark on your calendar - Sept. 9th we are having our Bi-Annual Quilt Walk! Such a fun event hanging quilts all up and down main street. Get those projects done so you can enter them to show!


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The January UFO $50 Gift Certificate Winner is........... JoAnne Felkel!!!
Congratulations JoAnne!

Just a few weeks left for you to finish your projects to get them entered into the February drawing. Who knows... you might win the next $50 prize!




Welcome to our annual UFO (Un-finished Objects) Challenge.  This is for BOTH of our store locations!. 
In January and February we are giving you the chance to FINISH some of your projects that are just sitting in the corner begging to be finished.
It doesn't matter the stage of your object. It could be that you have just cut it out.... it could be that you just need to bind the thing... we don't care.. we just want to empower you to get things done at whatever stage. 

In both of these months bring in up to 3 UFO's no later than the 10th to register them for $1 each.  Return with any or all of them completed by the last day of the month and for each one finished your name will be entered into a drawing. We'll draw a name each month and the winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to the shop!

For quilters, UFOs may be quilts, table runners, or wall hangings or purses, etc... - no size restrictions. For knitters and crocheters, anything unfinished on the day of registration is eligible. For Cross-Stitchers/Embroidery peeps- bring anything in that is unfinished.

We will even give you another incentive to join our UFO challenge: We'll give you 15% off of any supplies you might need to finish up that project you've been keeping in the naughty corner.

We  look forward to seeing what everyone brings in for the challenge!

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Come check out our new daily deals. The deals differ between our Grangeville and Lewiston shops- perfect for road tripping! 
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Check out Husqvarna Viking Specials for February
Come in and play with our machines and see why Husqvarna Viking is the best in the industry!




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We do Sewing Machine repair and Scissor Sharpening in house! 
Now is the perfect time to bring your machine in for Roy to give it a nice deep clean and tune up.
Just in time for all of your fall and winter sewing projects. 

Bring your machine in today :) 


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We have booked 2 retreats for 2023! 

We are headed back to the beautiful Ross Point Camp and Conference Center

We would love to have an idea of how many of you are interested as soon as possible in any of these retreats so we can plan accordingly.  The Cost of the retreat is $385 which includes 3 nights, 4 days, motel room, common room for quilting, and catered meals.  All retreats are Monday through Thursday. Due to rules at the facility all retreats are non-refundable
 
Call us at  208-983-0254  /  208-743-0203 to reserve your spot.
April 3-6, 2023- Ross Point, Post Falls, ID  <- NEW DATES
May 15-18, 2023. - Ross Point, Post Falls, ID

OCT 2-5, 2023, Ross Point, Post Falls, ID

Ross Point:


We are so excited!



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** Please double check the class dates you are interested in. Many have been rescheduled since the previous newsletter**



EVERY TUESDAY IS FREE OPEN SEW DAY AT BOTH HOME GROWN QUILTS LOCATIONS!! 10AM- 5PM!!!
 
Classes
NOTE:  All class supplies purchased through Home Grown Quilts is 15% off with your paid class fee…sweet deal right?

A few things with classes to be mindful of:
*If you have your project cut out- you will be able to spend class time learning and working on your project, rather than spending all of your time cutting. You will be much more excited about your projects if you are more prepared. 
Classes are a retreat- for a lot of people it's therapy of sorts. It's a time to have fun, learn together, and relax (unless you have a seam ripper in hand.) - Please be respectful of your fellow retreaters. While we love kids, and we have lots of them ourselves- most small children (such as toddlers/pre-k) seem to find our classes a bit boring. We have had some class members vocalize the frustration it brings when a relaxing class gets not so relaxing because of small people being unhappy or bored.  Let's let everyone have a happy experience! Unless a child is an active participant of the class, please try and find a different place for them to hang out. 


                      


Grangeville: Friday, March 3rd @ 5- midnight
Grangeville: Friday, April 7th @ 5-midnight
Grangeville: Friday, May 5th @ 5- Midnight



**Call and reserve your seat!! 983-0254**

Quick note about Sewcial, if you sign up for Sewcial, please keep your commitment. We prepare food for you, and in some cases we have to turn others away due to lack of space. It isn't considerate or fair all around if you don't show up. We totally understand that sometimes even with the best intentions, things come up and you have to bow out- but please let us know right away if you aren't able to attend.

 

The Cost of Friday Night Sewcial is $10. For your $10 you will receive DINNER  and  $5 in store credit (good for that night only). 

** For you Lewiston/Clarkston peeps- if a Friday Night Sewcial is something you would be interested in having, please call our Lewiston Shop- 208-743-0503 and let us know! We'd love to get a sewcial going but need at least 6 people committed to get it started.**




Fiber Friends Gathering
Grangeville:
Saturday, March 11th @ 10-1
Saturday, April 8th @ 10-1
Saturday, May 13th @ 10-1
Class Fee: Free

Come join us for a fun and FREE no-host open day for you to engage with like-minded folks such as Knitters,  Crocheters, Spinners, Tatters, Weavers, Felters, Cross stitchers and anything in-between.

Share your knowledge and Skills with each other, ask questions, engage in conversation, and learn new things! 







Strip Race Quilt Class
Lewiston:  Friday, February 24th @ 10-3  AND
Saturday, February 25th @ 10-3
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* Clarification: These are two separate classes. Not a two-day class. *
Instructor: Jody Hoogland
Class Fee: $15 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 


It's Baaaack! We've got another Great Strip Race! Grab your jelly rolls (or (40) 2 1/2" Strips) and get ready to race!
Our Great Strip race is famous for snacks, lunch, silly games with prizes, and lots of laughing as we quilt.

This class fills up quickly, so be sure to sign up now.

 



Trifecta Bag Class
Grangeville:  Wednesday, February 22nd @ 10-3
Instructor: Breezi Kohrman
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

I adore these bags! One pattern makes 6 different sizes! They come with a sturdy wire frame which makes them perfect for staying put when you open the zipper.  They are perfect to use as a make up bag, toiletry bag, pencil bag, essential oil bag, or practically anything else that needs a spot to go.
You can jazz the bags up by adding accents of cork, faux leather, vinyl, or anything else your heart desires.
Come join us to learn how to make this fun bag.

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Morning Melody Quilt Class
Grangeville:  Saturday, February 25th @ 10-3
Lewiston: Saturday, April 1st
@ 10-3
Instructor: Brian Medsker
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

This beautiful bargello quilt has been specially designed to fit beds – keeping in mind the pattern that falls on top of the bed and the pattern that falls on the sides of the bed. And it’s all created from strip sets! Pattern has multiple sizes included! 





Flights of Fancy Quilt Class
Lewiston: Saturday, February 25th @ 10-3
Instructor: Elaine Broughton
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 


Create curves without piecing curves for a fanciful quilt that waves and moves with the grace of a birds' wing.  This quilt is so much fun!  Large blocks go together quickly and the 5-minute geese technique makes it sew easy.    During class you will see a beautiful runner made with the same technique as well as a Spring banner...all of these patterns and more are in the book Five Minute Quilt Blocks, sold at Home Grown Quilts.  Come play!





Kimberbell Cuties (Volume 2) January Table Topper- Snowman
Grangeville:  Thursday, March 2nd @ 10-3
Instructor: Lezlie Moudy
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies

Time to dust off your embroidery machine to make something quick and cute!  This Seasonal Table Topper showcases simple piecing techniques in each corner and darling dimensional detail.




Kimberbell Cuties (Volume 2) March Table Topper- Leprechauns
Lewiston:  Thursday, March 2nd @ 10-3
Instructor: Brian and Jan
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies

Time to dust off your embroidery machine to make something quick and cute!  This Seasonal Table Topper showcases simple piecing techniques in each corner and darling dimensional detail.

 



Scrappy Friendship Flower Garden Quilt
Grangeville:Saturday, March 4th @ 10-3
Instructor: Breezi Kohrman
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

I am so excited about this class. The more people that come, the more fun it will be!  Everyone makes the base of the quilt- but the real fun comes in the applique! Each participant will be asked to bring a gallon zip lock bag (or grocery bag) of at least 10"X 10" scraps of fabric, which then will be put in a pile that everyone can dive into to make their quilts fun and unique. I love the idea of sharing and not knowing before hand what treasures you will end up with on your quilt.

*as you can see by the picture, you can use some really fun, crazy, random fabrics to make beautiful flowers. 
 
 

Kimberbell Clear Blue Tiles- In the Hoop-  Quilting 
Lewiston:  
Friday, March 3rd @ 10-4
                         Friday, April 21st @ 10-4   
                        Saturday, May 20th @ 10-3
  Instructor: Brian and Jan
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

Using the House Seasonal Runner, we will use the Kimberbell Clear Blue Tiles to quilt our project. 
**Or if you don't want to make the runner bring a project that you need quilted! **  

So…What Are Clear Blue Tiles?

Clear Blue Tiles are a complete system for quilting on your home embroidery machine. The stitching goes through all three layers of a quilt sandwich (back fabric, batting, and top fabric), with traditional, continuous quilting on both sides of your project. Clear Blue Tiles help you (easily!) achieve the look of custom quilting in-the-hoop, without having to worry about math formulas or carefully lining up the elements of a design. It all just flows, like you’d used a long-arm machine!

And all you do is place your tile(s), mark your fabric, and choose the embroidery file to match the size. Clear Blue Tiles have the same scale as all of the coordinating embroidery designs, so you can use a variety of tiles on the same project for professional, finished results.

Kimberbell's exclusive background quilting designs include swirls, loops, border swirls, border loops, and delightful variations for winter, spring, summer, and fall. Also included are six “Bitty Blocks,” 2×2” designs that can be used in corners or as fun surprises in your quilting. With all of the designs and file sizes, there are 372 total quilting files included on the Clear Blue Tiles USB, and the Seasonal Table Runner gives you the chance to discover and delight in all the possibilities. 





Bear Paw Quilt Class 
Lewiston:   Friday, March 10th  AND Saturday, March 11th from 10-3 each day. 
Instructor: Brian Medsker
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

Come learn how to make this really stunning paper pieced quilt in our two day class.





Starry Night Quilt
Lewiston: Wednesday, March 15th @ 10-3
Grangeville: Thursday, March 16th @ 10-3

Instructor: Breezi Kohrman
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

This beautiful Nativity quilt is just such a show stopper. Come learn to make this quilt with super easy NO PINNING- always perfect circles. You will love working with this pattern and ruler. Don't be scared of circles anymore. 



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In The Hoop End to End Quilting Class
Lewiston:
Friday, March 17th @ 10-3
Saturday, April 22nd @ 10-3
Friday, May 19th @ 10-3

Instructor: Brian Medsker AND Jan Clements
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 


Now is the time for you learn to use your embroidery machine to do edge to edge quilting. Come expand your tool box with this useful technique.  Bring a finished project that just needs quilting or a 36" square quilt sandwich and go to town. There are TONS of embroidery designs to choose from! The sky is the limit.  


 



Patchwork Hearts Quilt Class
Grangeville:  Thursday, March 23rd @ 10-3
Instructor: Breezi Kohrman
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

This super cute quilt is fun and easy to do. You can make it as scrappy as you want or grab one of our fun quilt kits. This pattern has multiple sizes.




October Sky Quilt Class
Grangeville:  Friday, March 24th @ 10-3
Instructor: Tindy Hunter
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

Are you looking for a stunning pattern for your beautiful quilt panels? This is the one you are looking for! It showcases the panels perfectly. Fun and easy. You need this class in your life.





Pineapple Confetti Quilt Class
Lewiston:  Saturday, March 25th @ 10-3
Instructor: Brian Medsker
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies

This fun quilt top is designed to use 2 1/2" strips. Pattern features the Creative Grids Pineapple Trim Ruler and has 5 different sizes of quilt options to make. Perfect quilt for everyone on your list.



 

Kimberbell Cuties (Volume 2) April Table Topper- Easter Bunny
Lewiston:  Friday, April 7th @ 10-4
Instructor: Brian and Jan
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies

Time to dust off your embroidery machine to make something quick and cute!  This Seasonal Table Topper showcases simple piecing techniques in each corner and darling dimensional detail.



Patchwork Duffle Bag Class
Grangeville:  Saturday, April 8th @ 10-3
Instructor: Breezi Kohrman
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

This extra roomy, mega cute, really functional duffle bag is a must for everyone. It is the best! This bag has pretty easy construction that will make you a confident bag maker.  You can choose between a solid exterior or a really scrappy patchwork exterior- no matter what you choose, you will be delighted with the results.



 
Counterpoint Quilt Class
Lewiston:  Saturday, April 15th @ 10-3
Instructor: Brian Medsker
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies

You will get sharp precise points using this Tissue Foundation piecing technique. Come learn to make this stunning statement quilt.



Cozy Cabin Quilt Class
Grangeville:  Thursday, April 20th @ 10-3
Instructor: Breezi Kohrman
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

Cozy Cabin is a fat quarter friendly pattern that combines classic log cabin and star elements to create a modern design.  Easily adaptable for use with scraps, Cozy Cabin is sure to become your new favorite quilt! This pattern has instructions for 3 different sizes. This quilt is easy for a confident beginner to handle.




 
Reflections Quilt Class
Lewiston: Friday, April 28th @ 10-3
Instructor: Brian
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies

This Simple quilt is made of easy half square triangles that has a great visual result. We even have a ruler to introduce you to that will square up those half square triangles in a snap!



 
Kimberbell Cuties (Volume 2) May Table Topper- Butterfly
Lewiston:  Friday, May 5th @ 10-3
Instructor: Brian and Jan
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies

Time to dust off your embroidery machine to make something quick and cute!  This Seasonal Table Topper showcases simple piecing techniques in each corner and darling dimensional detail.

 


Vantage Point Quilt Class
Lewiston: Saturday, May 6th @ 10-3
Instructor: Brian Medsker
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

These Triangle in a square blocks go together quickly and can be set vertically or horizontally. Quilt pattern comes in 3 sizes. This quilt is sure to make a statement wherever the quilt goes.



Get Outta Town Bag Class
Grangeville: Saturday, May 20th @ 10-3
Instructor: Breezi Kohrman
Class Fee: $10 (or FREE with class pass) + Supplies 

The Get Outta Town Bag Pattern by Kati Cupcake is large but convenient tote bag with double handles, a decorative bias trim, and outside pockets. This tote works well to carry your sewing projects, swimming needs, or even an out of town trip! Finished size is 15"T x 19"W x 9"D.





We will see you soon!
From our laps to yours,
Jody and her peeps at Home Grown Quilts

www.homegrownquilts.net 
208-983-0254 : 208-743-0503


**Each class has a Supply List. There may be additional class costs for special sewing supplies, such as patterns, or special rulers, etc.  Fabric requirements will be listed.  Once you register for your class and receive your Supply List, you will qualify to receive a 15% discount on all required supplies. To receive the discount, you must have your Supply List with you when you make your purchase.   NOTE:  Students are required to have their own patterns and tools during classes.  This enables the classes to stay on the curriculum schedule rather than having the class wait while students borrow supplies from each other.**
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