Class Registration Policy
Please register early as space is limited so that we can give you individual attention. Payment is due upon registration. Payment by Visa, Mastercard, Debit or Cash in the store; Visa or Mastercard by phone. Please register only for classes you are able to attend. Refunds are given only on classes cancelled by the store. We ask that you refrain from wearing perfume as some people are allergic.
When paying for class supplies please remind us to give you your "CLASS DISCOUNT". (We get busy sometimes and may forget!) Excluding Clubs and Kits we offer 10% discount on all regular priced supplies purchased for classes. We do not require that you purchase your fabrics or supplies at Cock-A-Doodle Quilts but we certainly do appreciate your business.
Classes are listed in alphabetical order. Block-of-the-Month programs, Mystery Quilts, Quilting Clubs and the Store Retreat are located at the bottom of the list.
Pictures for many of our classes can be found in the current newsletter.
Samples are on display in the store.
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From Photo to Fabric with Fiona Kay
(see photo in newsletter)
Do you have a photo you would like to translate to fabric? This is the class for you, right down to the shading and background. Fiona will show you the secrets to getting it done.
Saturday, March 24
10:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
$55.00
Hand Piecing & Hand Quilting - Beginner with Barb Scott
Carry on this traditional method of quilting by learning how to piece, applique and quilt by hand. Working on ths six block sampler, Barb will walk you through each step of the piecing and applique process and provide guidance on the art of hand quilting. No machine required. (There will be homework!)
Sundays 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
February 19, 26; March 11, 18, 25; April 15, 22, 29
$120.00
Hanging Gardens with Carolyn Flood
(see photo in newsletter)
Combine thread painting, fabric scraps and your imagination and creativity with Carolyn’s fabulous techniques to make these gorgeous textile pictures…..Machine required.
Saturday, February 25
1:30 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
$35.00
Jiffy Bag with Carolyn Flood
(see photo in newsletter)
Make this quickie bag from scraps,etc. Loads of fun! You’ll be making them for everyone. Machine Required.
Saturday, February 25
10:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
$35.00
Landscapes with Mary Salus
(see photo in newsletter)
This class is designed to teach some basic techniques for fabric landscapes. This can be done by hand or machine—machine optional.
Wednesdays March 18
6:30 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.
$35.00
Lucky Stars with Laurissa Werhun
(see photo in newsletter)
Broken down into 3 classes, Laurissa will walk you through this gorgeous Piece O’ Cake pattern. By the time you’re done, you’ll be an expert. (Homework!) Machine required.
Wednesdays February 22; March 7, 21
6:30 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.
$45.00 + Pattern
Machine Quilting Techniques with Carolyn Flood
Get ready to have a great time. Carolyn will take you through a number of techniques for quilting your quilt -- from straight line quilt techniques to free-motion quilting -- all in a one day workshop. Whether you are a beginner quilter or just want to hone your quilting skilling, this is the class for you. Machine required
Saturday, March 31
10:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
$50.00
Quiltmaking by Machine- Beginner with Jo-Ann Fried
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn basic quilting skills. In a 6 part Lecture/Workshop series you will learn everything from how to select fabric, cut and piece a number of block styles, put a quilt together, layer, baste, machine quilt and bind a project. Participants will be expected to work on the quilt at home between classes (that is, there's homework!) Machine required.
Sundays 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
February 19, 26; March 11, 18, 25; April 15
$120.00
Sacred Grove - Postcards from Japan with Laurissa Werhun
(see photo in newsletter)
Next in the series of “Postcards From Japan” series by Helene Knott. Laurissa will show you how to make a perfect circle and the appliqué techniques to make this stunning wall hanging. Machine not required.
Saturday April 28
10:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
$45.00 + Pattern
Paper Piecing for Beginners with Barb Scott
(see photo in newsletter)
Learn the technique of paper piecing using "Tulip Garden", an easy project designed by Barb. It is the basis for all kinds of foundation pieced quilts. You’ll fall in love with this method of piecing and before you know it and you’ll be hooked! Did you know that you can do almost any block with this method of piecing? Machine required.
Wednesday March 28
6:30 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.
$35.00 - Pattern provided
Photo Expansion with Fiona Kay
(see photo in newsletter)
Working with a photo and fabric, Fiona will show you how to create a work of art to be treasured for years to come.
Wednesday, February 29
6:30 P.M. - 9:30 PM
$35.00
Rain Drops with Laurissa Werhun
(see photo in newsletter)
Back by demand, Laurissa will guide you through what looks like a very complicated quilt. Foundation piecing is an art in itself and you’ll learn from an expert. You’ve admired it in the store, why not get it done in a class? Machine required.
Saturday, March 3
10:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
$45.00
Sit & Sew - Mondays & Thursdays
Come and sit and sew in our "light" and lively classroom. We have lots of room and the staff is there to help you along your way if you hit a snag. What a great way to spend the day! Lunch provided.
Mondays and Thursdays
10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. (come anytime!)
$15.00 for the day!
Prepaid sign up reserves your spot ...... they fill up fast!
Sit & Sew - 3rd Friday evening of every month
Come and join us for a light dinner and sew the evening away!
6:00 P.M. - Midnight
$15.00
for the evening!
Prepaid sign up reserves a spot....they fill up fast!
Sock It To Me! with Barb Scott
(see photo in newsletter)
A four part workshop taking you from ankle to toe. By the time you’re done you’ll have mastered the technique and if you are anything like Barb, you’ll always have a sock on the go in your purse. Great take along project which will have you making a pair for everyone you know. Sock knitting is not as hard as you think! Must know how to knit and purl to take this class.
Thursdays, February 16 & 23; March 1, 8
10:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
$35.00 (plus optional Kit Fee: $20.00)
Valentine Bargello with Carolyn Flood
(see photo in newsletter)
Carolyn has developed a great Quilt-As-You-Go technique for this gorgeous quilt and before you know it, you’ll be done and making another one. Machine required.
Saturday, April 14
6:30 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.
$35.00
Wonderful One Fabric Quilts and/or Easy Strip Table Runner with Jo-Ann Fried and Barb Scott
(see photo in newsletter)
Bring of purchase you book or pattern and your fabrics(border print stripes are best) and we'll guide you in the making of your quilt and/or table runner.
Wednesday, February 15
6:30 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.
FREE - advance signup is required. Space is limited.
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EASTER IN-STORE RETREAT
April 5 - 8, 2012
$200.00
We will pamper you by doing all the cooking. All you have to do is bring your projects and your sewing supplies (including machine!), pick your space and get to it. We’ll be there to help with any troublesome projects and we’ve been known to take on “unsewing” and pressing when absolutely necessary. Imagine 4 nights and 3 days without interruptions!
Enjoy the large classroom with ample workspace, your own “after hour” quilt store for those unfinished borders or new project ideas. And don't forget our Annual Retreat Easter Egg Hunt! You never know what’s hidden in those eggs!!!! No “yolk”!!!!
Thursday: 6:00 P.M. - Midnight
Friday: 10:00 A.M. - Midnight
Saturday: 10:00 A.M. - Midnight
Sunday: 10:00 A.M.- 4:00 P.M.
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MYSTERY QUILT ANYONE?
It's A Mystery! with Jo-Ann
Jo-Ann has created a brand new mystery quilt of her own design. You won't be disappointed! Always fun evening with a "mystery" dinner is included. Machine required.
Saturday, April 28
6:30 P.M. - Midniight
$45.00
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QUILTING CLUBS
Please check our Calendar Page for any schedule changes.
The Christmas Club (aka the $10.00 Quilt)
Choose from one of two patterns or do both. Meets the 3rd Saturday of the month for one hour and there is homework. It's great fun.
10:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.
$10.00 + Book or Pattern
No charge for subsequent months as long as you bring your completed homework to class; otherwise, it's another $10.00
Hand Applique Club
You don't have to do applique. Any kind of hand wok is the idea behind this club. Have a binding to sew on and want some company to make it go faster? Doing some English Paper Piecing? Doing some hand applique or even some knitting? As long as a sewing machine isn't involved, come join us. We'll just hang out around the table, enjoy a light supper (provided) and have a great time! Call in advance to reserve a spot.
4th Friday of every month
6:00 P.M. - Midnight
$15.00 per month.
Healing Heroes/Quilts of Valour - Charity Quilts
A worthy cause which we've chosen to support. Come and help us make up quilts for our injured service men and women who so deserve the comfort of our efforts. You'll meet some wonderful dedicated quilters who put together stunning quilts from fabrics donated by themselves and others.
1st Saturday of the month (Exceptions: March - 10, 10 am - 6 pm; April 21 11:30 am - 6:00 pm
10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. (or any part thereof!)
No charge (bring a lunch).
Sampler Club
This club is for those of us working on one of those “Am I ever going to finish” quilts -- Farmer’s Wife, Dear Jane, Dear Hannah, Civil War Diary, Civil War Love Letters, Nearly Insane, Just Plain Nuts, Sylvia’s Bridal Quilt, etc.
The object is to get together for tips and motivation and we will be doing that the last Tuesday of every month. come join us! Call in advance to book a space.
Last Tuesday of the month
6:30 P.M. - 10:00 P.M.
$2.50 per month
Stashbusters Club (Scrapaholics!)
We all have a stash! We all want to “use up” our stashes! So why not get together and do just that. Great ideas and free patterns designed to use up fat quarters and other scraps. Sharing ideas and even some fabric swapping will be the order of the evening. Call in advance to book your space.
2nd Thursday of every month
6:30 P.M. - 10:00 P.M.
$12.50