Rocky Mountain Quilt Festival
Loveland, Colorado
August 22 & 23, 2009

SATURDAY CLASSES

9-10 a.m.
Simple Silk Ribbon Embroidery & Beading By Machine
Presented by Susan Schrempf
Class fee: $10
Be truly amazed as Susan Schrempf, national educator and author of Simple Silk Ribbon Embroidery by Machine (C & T 2008), demonstrates the simplicity of manipulating fine silk ribbon into an embroidered garden of flowers. Roses, carnations, peonies, iris and more will bloom before your eyes. Apply brilliant beads and sequins too. No handwork here!

10:30-11:30 a.m.
What it Takes to Create a Winner
Presented by Irena Bluhm
Class fee: $10
Skill level: All
What does it take to create a winner? Listen to Irena’s own take on this subject, as she is going to share her own experiences in contest quilt creation and preparations for shows. You can view her entire quilt collection during the presentation. Irena will discuss what mistakes to avoid and what really gets the judges’ attention! No reason to feel intimidated by the competition. There are just a few simple rules to follow in order to create an eye catching showpiece! Irena will also discuss many aspects of an overall quilt design. All you need is to understand what is the most important in the entire process of creating a competition piece and face the challenge head on.
Bring a notepad and pen to class.

1-4 p.m.
Fast Fusible Applique Flowers
Presented by Veronica Cox
Class fee $30 Kit fee: $25
This is a fusible web appliqué class teaching fast appliqué techniques. Use decorative stitches and shortcuts for awesome results. Learn which tools and fabrics work and why some are better than others.

9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sheer Sensation
Presented by Susan Wetzsteon
Class fee: $30 Kit fee: $15
Peggy Holt published her technique for Sheer Sensation in Quilting Arts magazine, Fall 2006 and has given Susan permission to teach her version. By layering a piece of chiffon over randomly placed silk flowers on a multi-colored background and then machine quilting, you can create a bright, dimensional quilt.

12-1 p.m.
Bead Savvy -- Beading Tricks & Buying Tips
Presented by Sherrill Lewis
Class fee: $10
So many choices—what to buy (or not). What thread to use when? Needles? Sherrill will give you the information to use in buying wisely.

12:30-1:30 p.m.
Square in a Square Lecture & Demo
Presented by Paula Doll
Class fee: $10
This class will also be presented on Sunday August 23 from 1-2 p.m.
The Square in a Square system is a fast and accurate way to make fantastic quilts without ever having to cut or sew triangles. Within the system are 39 different triangle units or options. Using these options, you can make half square triangles four at a time, flying geese two at a time, 60 degree diamonds and much more. The resulting points are sharp, lie very flat and are easy to achieve. The options provide the quilter with the ability to construct increasing complex patterns. This cutting system is so simple and accurate that quilters everywhere will be producing more quilts and enjoying it more!

1:30-4:30 p.m.
My Signature (hand embroidery)
Presented by Barbara Crawford
Class fee: $30 Kit fee: $20
Barbara's signature on all her work is hand embroidery. It’s an art that has been set aside for machine embroidery. There is nothing more beautiful and leaves a lasting impression as hand embroidered leaves and vines, lazy daisies, chain stitch, blanket stitch, feathering, and French knots. It is Barbara's favorite detail on her appliqué work and needle felting works and even quilts. In this workshop you will make a small appliqué wall hanging that embroidery is added to. You'll learn all the wonderful stitches using perle cottons and wool felts and you will receive an embroidery chart to take with you for a helpful reminder if you need it. It is a truly inspiring and relaxing class.
Bring normal sewing supplies to class!

August 22 from 2-3 p.m.
August 23 from 12-1 p.m.
Roses, Roses, Roses
Presented by Helen Gibb
Class fee: $10 Kit fee: $18
This class will also be presented on August 23 from 12-1 p.m.
Learn to make several of Helen’s famous ribbon roses using a variety of different
ribbons. Kit required which includes ribbon, crinoline, instructions and use of needles and thread.
Bring tape measure and scissors.

3:30-4:30 p.m.
I Have the Wave Edge Ruler!
Now What Do I Do With it?
Presented by Lily Marie Amaru
Class fee $10
Join Lily Marie Amaru as she shows how creative you can be using the Wave Edge Ruler. The ruler can be used on blocks, edges and borders! The possibilities are endless. The Wave Edge Ruler will give your quilts lots of movement. You will learn how to use the ruler and you’ll see many beautiful samples during this class. Be sure to attend – someone will win a prize during the class and all will leave with fresh ideas on how to use the Wave Edge Ruler!