Classes
SPRING CLASSES!
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NOT-SO-PLAIN VANILLA
ADULT BEGINNING SEWING
Our most popular class! Conquer your fear of needles while creating fun products you can use. Get a jump on learning some projects you can make for gifts.
Three Session Class
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27th - ORIENTATION AND ENVELOPE PILLOW 3 hours 6:30-9:30PM
THURSDAY, MARCH 5th - POTHOLDERS 2 hours 6:30-8:30PM
THURSDAY, MARCH 12th - PILLOWCASE 2 hours 6:30-8:30PM
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$90 Total for 3 Sessions - Fabrics/Notions Sold Separately
Alys Hay, Instructor
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VINTAGE SEWING MACHINE
FUSIBLE COLLAGE TECHNIQUES
WITH LAURA HEINE PATTERN
This is a very fun and creative project…a designing process, and you are the designer! You may use the pattern picture as close as possible, or just for reference. It is a great project to use up some of your scraps you’ve been saving. Bolt has plenty of sewing motif fabrics to choose from, too.
You will be instructed on the fusible collage techniques Laura Heine uses along with extra techniques and tips Barbara has learned through the years. We will be doing the sewing machine design in class, but when finished, you will have learned the collage technique so you can do any design you wish! No sewing is required during the class.
One Session Class
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22nd– 6 hours 10:30-5PM
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$40 Total – Fabrics/Notions and Pattern Sold Separately
Barbara Derringer, Instructor
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MINI ZIPPY POUCH
Back by popular demand! Here’s a nice little pouch you can tuck in your purse, carry sewing supplies to class, hold paper clips in your cubicle; the uses are endless! Make a zillion of them for gifts and yourself. A simple technique for putting in a zipper.
Must have recent machine sewing experience as a confident beginner to participate.
One Session Class
SUNDAY, MARCH 1st– 2 hours 1-3PM
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$20/Class – Fabrics/Notions Sold Separately
Alys Hay, Instructor
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LICENSE PLATE ZIP POUCH
Wondering what to do with those fabric license plates you’ve collected over the years? Or, just want to learn a simple zippered pouch technique? This class takes care of both. Use your own fabric, or a preprinted license plate. Your choice.
Must have recent machine sewing experience as a confident beginner to participate.
One Session Class
SATURDAY, MARCH 7th– 2 hours 1-3PM
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$20/Class – Fabrics/Notions/Pattern Sold Separately
Debbie Ward, Instructor
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DUTCHMAN’S PUZZLE
TABLE RUNNER
A simple table runner with a complicated look, the Dutchman’s Puzzle is a traditional block, but you can use modern fabrics in it too. This class makes the quilt top only. Must have recent basic quilting experience for this class.
One Session Class
SATURDAY, MARCH 14th– 5 hours 10:30-4PM
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$40/Class – Fabrics/Notions Sold Separately
Debbie Ward, Instructor
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CATBUNNY WALL HANGING
Learn fusible collage techniques with this whimsical pattern designed by Barbara Derringer. Make this wall hanging for Easter, or Passover, or just for Spring. This class makes the quilt top only. No sewing is required during the class.
One Session Class
SATURDAY, MARCH 21st– 6 hours 10:30-5PM
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$40 Total – Fabrics/Notions Sold Separately
Barbara Derringer, Instructor
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LISA THE UNICORN
Use precut 2 1/2” fabric strips and conventional patchwork piecing techniques to make this magical unicorn block. The pattern also includes instructions for making a pillow and two different size quilts. Must have recent basic quilting experience for this class.
One Session Class
SATURDAY, MARCH 28th– 4 1/2 hours – 10:30-3:30PM
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$40 Total – Fabrics/Notions/Pattern Sold Separately
Alys Hay, Instructor
Elizabeth Hartman Pattern
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PIECED MARKET BAG
Fussy cut part of a fabric and feature it in this handy 18” x 18” lined tote. Must have recent machine sewing experience as a confident beginner to participate.
One Session Class
SATURDAY, APRIL 18th– 5 hours 10:30-4PM
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$40/Class – Fabrics/Notions Sold Separately
Debbie Ward, Instructor
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POLKA BOX
This quilt leans toward a scrappy style as it is made up of many different prints. Circles, dots, orbs, they’re all just big polka dots and not as hard as they look. Must be an intermediate level quilter to participate. Class is for making the quilt top only.
Two Session Class
THURSDAY, APRIL 23rd– 3 hours 5:30-8:30PM
THURSDAY, APRIL 30th – 3 hours 5:30-8:30PM
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$60/Class – Fabrics and Pattern Sold Separately
Barbara Derringer, Instructor
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CROCHET OPEN STUDIO
Join Debbie Ward for a fun day working on your choice of beautiful crocheted projects, from necklaces to bags, to scarves, hats and more. * Please indicate when you sign up, what kind of project you would like to work on and Debbie will give you a materials list for your preparation. She has a small supply of hooks and yarns, or you can purchase your own. BOLT does not sell yarn or hooks.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8th - 3 hours 1-4PM
FRIDAY, MARCH 20th -3 hours 1-4PM
SATURDAY, APRIL 25TH -3 hours 1-4PM
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$30/Class
Debbie Ward, Instructor
PHOTOS: Debbie Ward
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CLASS INFORMATION
All classes are on a first come, first-served basis. A waiting list will be maintained in case of cancellations.
Pre-payment is required to reserve your class. We accept all major credit cards, personal checks and cash.
The class fee is not refundable unless the place in the class can be filled off the waiting list.
10% off list on any fabric and notion purchased for the class will be extended to class attendees.
Bring your own machine or reserve one of the store's for no extra charge.
To sign up, please call or email BOLT.
TO SIGN UP, PLEASE CALL BOLT AT: 707-894-2658
OR EMAIL:
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OPEN STUDIO
Do you have any UFOs (UnFinished Objects) lying around that you need some help wrapping up? Sometimes it helps to get a little advice on color, pattern or technique.
We are providing experts (Alys Hay and Kate Barrett) to help with the logjam. This is also a great opportunity to just come in and work on your latest project or choose one from a selection we have handy.
LAST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH
6:30-8:30PM (No studio in November and December)
$10 per Session
Bring your own machine or call and reserve one of the store's.
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