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QUILTING

QUILTER’S UNIVERSITY Special price! Sign up for all 6 QU sessions (101-106) and PAY only $100 – save $20!! Note: we currently do not have any evening QU classes on our schedule. If there are enough participants that would like to sign up for the ENTIRE QU 101-106 series – we are happy to add in an evening series…let us know. Learn to quilt! Take all sessions, or just those you need to improve your skills. Each session produces a block, or blocks, that can be put together to make a throw or wall hanging size quilt. Instructor – Judy Cummings Saturday 101 - 104 classes only - You must sign up for the entire 4 week session together - no splitting up the classes for the Saturday session - $80. Quilter’s U 101: The Basics $20 You’ll make a basic 9-Patch block and learn about rotary cutting, picking fabrics and prepping them, accurate ¼” seams, and much more to get you started quilting! Thurs, Feb 5 10-1 Sat, Feb 14 10-1 Quilter’s U 102: Piecing $20 Make Log Cabin and Flying Geese blocks and learn strip piecing, chain piecing and more! Proper pressing (not ironing!). Continued focus on accurate ¼” seams. Thur, Feb 12 10-1 Sat, Feb 21 10-1 Quilter’s U 103: Triangles $20 It’s all about triangles in this session with focus on the importance of fabric grain. Blocks will include ½ square and ¼ square triangles. Thur, Feb 19 10-1 Sat, Mar 21 10-1 Quilter’s U 104: Putting It All Together $40 Combine all the techniques you’ve been learning in previous QU classes to make more 6” blocks. Thur, Mar 5 10-1 Sat, Mar 28 10-1 Quilter’s U 105: Assemble Quilt Top $20 Once you’ve completed your blocks, it’s time to square them up, maybe add some sashing and cornerstones, sew it all together nice and neat. Learn some skills and tips to make these steps successful. Thur, Mar 19 10-1 Sat, Apr 11 10-1 Quilter’s U 106: Borders $20 It’s time to add borders to your quilt top! You’ll learn to measure correctly and sew carefully for perfect borders! Thur, Mar 26 10-1 Sat, Apr 18 10-1 Continue your Quilter’s U experience with more great classes…..		Click to see small sample image, 320x2400	Click to see larger sample image, 640x480
NEW Block of the Month! Invite your friends to join you! We're really excited about our NEW Tayo's Block of the Month!  The pattern is 'Pieceful Nights' designed by Lori Smith. The finished quilt - if made like the pattern - will be 64" square.  This quilt is entirely pieced. Time: This Block of the Month will go for 6 months - January thru June 2009.  Meetings will all be held on the 3rd Tuesday morning of each month (from 10-noon) and on the 3rd Thursday evenings of each month from 5-6:30 pm.  Demos will be every half hour. You may come to any of the demos during the month.  Demos will include hints and tips for cutting, sewing and assembling the blocks and also info about new products, classes and events at Tayo's.   Pattern: You must purchase the pattern from Tayo's for $16 and it includes all cutting and sewing instructions for each block and also cutting, sewing and assembly instructions for the entire quilt.  Each person participating in Tayo's BOM MUST have their own copy of this pattern (no sharing!).  Colors: We will only do one colorway. See the picture displayed on our website or at Tayo’s. Blocks: We will be doing 2 different blocks (A & B) each month.  You can choose to do 1 (A) or 2 (A & B) blocks.  The first block (A) would be your BOM Block (if you've finished the block from the previous month and personally bring it in to Tayo's during the specified demo times - and stay for the demo! - you will get your next month's block A for free).  If you haven't completed your block or are unable to attend one of our demos during the month - you will need to pay $5 for the next month's kit. The second block (B) will be your alternate block - you will always pay $5 each month if you choose to do the B kit. Extra Kits: We will have kits and a class is scheduled for the center square and setting which will be optional. We will also have a finishing kit (outside border and binding) available for purchase.  If you choose to do only the 6 BOM blocks – the pattern includes alternate projects you can make (tablerunners, small quilts, etc) and also will have setting ideas for just using the 12 blocks without the additional center Star and outer borders. How to start!....Call or come in to Tayo's to sign up and pay for your pattern and the beginning 1 or 2 blocks for the January meeting. If you haven't signed up in advance - you can still come to the first meetings - but we can't guarantee to have enough blocks for everyone (although we always try to have some extras available). Rules:  They're pretty simple..... You pay $16 for your own copy of the pattern You pay $5 for the first block (A) - and another $5 if you choose to do the alternate block (B) each month You bring your completed first block (A) to Tayo's during the scheduled demo times, stay and watch the demo and then receive the kit for your next month's block free.  If you want to do the B block also - you will always pay $5 each month for that kit. Have fun and learn some new quilting tips! DATES & TIMES: Thur, Jan 15, Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 21, June 18 – Demos at 5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm Tues, Jan 20, Feb 17, Mar 17, Apr 21, May 19, June 16 – Demos at 10am, 10:30am, 11am, 11:30am		Click to see small sample image, 320x2400	Click to see larger sample image, 640x480
BOM CENTER MEDALLION An extra class for our BOM group – to help you make the center medallion of the quilt. Kit will be available - prepaid. Sheila Bayley $25 Mon, Mar 16 10-2
QU 107 - BINDING Is your quilt almost finished but you’re stuck on the binding? Learn different methods of making binding, how to bind curves and angles as well as when to use different types of binding. Bring a quilt (or practice piece) to get some ‘hands on’ experience. Sheila Bayley $20 Wed, Apr 8 10-12:30	No Photo
HAND APPLIQUE Learn a variety of hand-applique techniques - including needle-turn - from a master! Judy Cummings $55 Thur, Apr 16 10-1 Price includes 2 more classes that will be held in May & June	Photo coming soon!
WOVEN QUILTS If you like puzzles, you’ll love this technique. Make 2 identical Log Cabin blocks, cut into strips, weave together – and have a great start for an art quilt! Patty Martin $50 Fri, Mar 13   9:30-4:30		Click to see small sample image, 320X240	Click to see larger sample image, 640x480
BEGINNING FREE-MOTION MACHINE QUILTING Have you been admiring all the beautifully machine quilted quilts but have been afraid to take the leap and learn free motion quilting? Then this 2-part class is for you! 1^st Session – learn machine set up, basic shapes and basic backgrounds which will get you warmed up and practicing. 2^nd Session – take your new found skills and put them to work on a continuous line design which you can use as a small wall hanging or pillow. Dana Lahargoue $40 Tues, Mar 2 & 9 5:30-8:30		Click to see small sample image, 320X240	Click to see larger sample image, 640x480
MACHINE TRAPUNTO & INTERMEDIATE  FREE-MOTION MACHINE QUILTING Take your machine quilting to the next level and learn the art of machine trapunto to make your quilts even more stunning. Dana Lahargoue $40 Mon, Apr 6 & 13 5:30-8:30		Click to see small sample image, 320X240	Click to see larger sample image, 640x480
2^nd SATURDAY SIT & SEW Nesting Night at Tayo’s! Give yourself a real treat! Bring a project of your choice and a treat to share! Marsha & Sheila will be there to help you finish your UFO’s.  Take a break in the stitchin’ to stretch your legs and visit the local FO Village Art Galleries.  Space is limited, so please call ahead…no children please.                                                                                      $5 per session ($1/hr is cheap!) Sat, Mar 14, Apr 11        5-10pm NO Sit & Sew will be held in Feb	No Photo
THE FAIR OAKS FINISHERS - Appliqué Group This appliqué group meets monthly at Tayos. Meetings are dedicated to the art of appliqué (machine or hand techniques). If you are already an appliqué enthusiast or would like to learn more - please join us the 1st Tuesday morning of each month. 1^st Tuesday of each month (no meeting in Dec)       10-noon		Click to see small sample image, 320x240	Click to see larger sample image, 640x480

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SEWING

MAINTAIN YOUR BERNINA Artista & Aurora Are you intimidated by cleaning and lubricating your sewing machine? You shouldn’t be. It’s very easy and logical. We will get out the lint, take steps to retard lint build-up and put oil where it’s neededPlease wear your grubbies or a generous apron for this class. This class is not a substitute for a full service by a qualified technician. You will learn to maintain your machine in peak condition between services. Susan Berbec $20 Sat, Mar 7 10-noon
BLANKETS FOR PREEMIES These blankets are for the Sutter Roseville NICU.  A blanket on top of an isolette helps retain warmth, muffles noises and allows parents to easily identify their baby.  When the newborn is big enough, the blanket is there for cuddling and then goes home with the baby.  Bring supplies to make a blanket of your choice and potluck dish to share.  Finished blankets are 36”x36”.  Quilters, knitters, crocheters and those who work with fleece are welcome.  This is a good opportunity for your people looking to fulfill community service requirements. If you would like to donate supplies or participate on your own at home – more info is available at Tayo’s…. Fri, Mar 20, Apr 17 Noon-4 No charge – but pre-registration is appreciated		Click to see small sample image, 320x240	Click to see larger sample image, 640x480
ASG - American Sewing Guild meetings For sewing enthusiasts of all kinds…Two meetings are held monthly at Tayo's... 2nd Mon...10:00-noon...Garment group - focus on fashion 2nd Wed...2:00-4:00 pm...Variety of sewing related interests Guests may attend 2 meetings free before joining. Membership info for the National ASG is available at Tayo's.	No Photo	.	.

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JUST FOR FUN & MORE

HEMSTITCHED BURP CLOTH & RECEIVING BLANKET Learn how easy it is to create a decorative crocheted edge on a burp cloth, receiving blanket, pillowcases, etc.  Burp cloth kits will be available to purchase for $4. Shenna                                                                                                    $10 Mon, Jan 26                                10-noon Tues, Feb 24                               10-noon This class fills quickly – so inquire about future additional dates….		Click to see small sample image, 320x240	Click to see larger sample image, 640x480
HEMSTITCHED II If you’ve taken the Hemstitch Burp Cloth class and would like to learn more tips and tricks – turning corners, different types of fabrics, more project ideas – this class is for you! Kit fee- $4. Shenna                                                                                                    $10 Tues, Feb 10                                10-noon		Click to see small sample image, 320x240	Click to see larger sample image, 640x480
FABRIC COVERED DECORATIVE PLATES Come for a fun experience making plates covered with fabric. Choose a fun theme fabric –Christmas, Fall, Valentines, Easter, a special theme for an event or a friend - once you make one, you’ll want to make more. Caroline Newton                                                                                      $30 + $5-6 kit fee Sat, Feb 7                                 10-3		Click to see small sample image, 320x240	Click to see larger sample image, 640x480
CHENILLE SCARF This cozy scarf is a wonderful quick-to-sew project. Learn the easy tools and techniques needed to create your own lovely chenille. You will complete your scarf in class! Judy Cummings $15 Thur, Jan 22 10-1 Or Sat, Jan 24 10-1		Click to see small sample image, 320x240	Click to see larger sample image, 640x480
TAYO’S NEEDLEWORK GROUP Bring your choice of project to work on while visiting and being inspired by others who also love to sew. You can do any kind of handwork – appliqué, handsewing, beading, knitting, crochet, etc….no sewing machines allowed! 3rd Monday – except Mar 9:30-12:30 Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 23, Apr 20 $20 for all 4 sessions!	No Photo

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WEARABLE ART & MORE!

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CLASS REGISTRATION & REFUND POLICY

Class registration may be done by phone with a credit card, by mail with a check or in person at Tayo's. Most classes have a 1 week cancellation policy.  Please note that this is a change from our previous 72 hour cancellation. However, some require 4 week cancellation notice for refund of fees. Please ask about individual cancellation policies when registering for your class. Once payment is made - you receive class confirmation and supply list.

            Be sure to sign up in advance for all classes.  Some classes hinge on just one more student signing up and we have to make decisions to cancel the class several days in advance.

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