MARGARET MILLER www.millerquilts.com

SAMPLIN’ ANGLEPLAY
MON, JULY 20 8:30-11:30AM 1:00-4:00PM
Come and create…refreshing new quilt blocks that feature the elongated triangle, the next classic shape in pieced work! This shape has been challenging in the past, but now is easy with Margaret’s AnglePlay templates. AnglePlay takes all the guesswork out of how to cut and sew the long triangle shape, and get perfect piecing results every time! Come and enjoy playing…with block patterns that have the illusion of curves and quilts that seem to contain almost perfect circles with all straight line (and accurate!) piecing and sharp sharp points! Come and see…lots of possibilities for breathtaking new blocks and see lots of ways to make them dance in stunning AnglePlay quilts! Sewing machines will be provided for this class.
Skill Level: All levels

NORTH TO ALASKA - AN ANGLE PLAY MYSTERY QUILT WED, JULY 22 8:30-11:30AM
FRI, JULY 24 1:00-4:00PM
Come have fun with traditional patchwork elements, spiced up with the long triangle for an exciting new look to the pieced surface! You will have two versions of this mystery quilt to choose from: A wall hanging or a larger quilt. This design is versatile; you may develop your own version by moving some of the blocks around, or by rotating them in place! So all participants will use the same elements to make their own version of “North to Alaska”, just like the early explorers of our northernmost state!
Sewing machines will be provided for this class.
Skill Level: All levels

SMASHING SETS
SAT, JULY 25 8:30-11:30AM 1:00-4:00PM
What about all those quilt blocks you have stashed away that you don’t know what to do with? Too special to give to a charity project, but haunting you as an unfinished project nonetheless! Bring those blocks and play with many exciting and innovative setting options for them! Participants will try a number of design directions on paper, and go home with at least one (probably more) interesting plans for those old blocks…which will look new again in their attention-getting pieced settings. You’ll be delighted how easy these design approaches are, yet how visually exciting your blocks will look in the next quilt show!
Skill Level: All levels

VIKKI PIGNATELLI www.vikkipignatelli.com

CRAZY ABOUT CURVES
MON, JULY 20 8:30-11:30AM 1:00-4:00PM
Finally, curves are fun and EASY to do! In this class students of all skill levels will explore and master Vikki's Crazy about Curves technique …. a combination piecing/appliqué method of creating even sharp curves and narrow points effortlessly and with precision but without the hassle of measuring seam allowances or easing seams! All construction work, color choices and stitching are done on the quilt top surface. Vikki will also cover painless mitering, improvisational borders and bindings, finishing techniques for unusual shaped quilts and more. Sewing machines will be provided for this class.
Skill Level: All levels

“HOW DID SHE DO THAT??”
WED, JULY 22 8:30-11:30AM
FRI, JULY 24 1:00-4:00PM
Ever wonder how Vikki creates some of the special artistic elements in her quilts? In this class Vikki teaches you a potpourri of manipulations and other colorful techniques. The first half day students will experience the sheer fun of using fabric strips and sheer material to create a leaf trapped in a prison of ice. This project is inspired by Vikki’s quilt, “Life Beyond”. The second half day Vikki will explain how she accomplishes many of the special effects in her quilts using sheer fabrics, creating objects such as moss and other thread webs, simple foiling, pleating, contrast strips, dimensional shapes, and other manipulations. The class will include some hands-on projects.
Skill Level: All levels

CRAZY CABIN FEVER
SAT, JULY 25 8:30-11:30AM 1:00-4:00PM
Prerequisite for this class: Forget everything you know about making a traditional log cabin wall quilt! Students will learn to create easy ultra-contemporary improvisational log cabin “blocks” “Vikki style” with some curved patches thrown in for good measure. Students will construct two to four blocks of differing sizes, arrange them into a freeform-shaped wall hanging and finish with a whole-cloth facing.
Sewing machines will be provided for this class.
Skill Level: All levels

CINDY WALTER www.cindywalter.com

ALASKA SNIPPET SENSATIONS
MON, JULY 20 8:30-11:30AM 1:00-4:00PM
Make a memory pictorial quilt of Alaska such as Mt. McKinley or a soaring bald eagle. In this class students will work on projects of their individual choice. Bring your favorite photos to choose from or use one of the teacher’s. Snippets projects are fun and easy once you get started. You’ll impress your friends as they look like a lot of work, but the technique is actually very easy. Cindy will show you many of her snippet quilts for inspiration and cover the steps of turning a snippet top into a quilt.
Skill Level: All levels

ALASKAN MYSTERY PROJECT WITH HAND QUILTING AND HAND PIECING
WED, JULY 22 8:30-11:30AM
FRI, JULY 24 1:00-4:00PM
You will start the morning with clues to hand piece together a small mystery block using Alaska theme fabric. Hand piecing is a time honored relaxing technique – perfect for future traveling. Then in the afternoon learn how to master the art of hand quilting. Or, if you already hand quilt and would like to perfect your stitch, this class is also for you. A lot of one on one attention, you are sure to be successful. The tools of the trade, basting, and marking the quilt will also be discussed. The mystery project will unfold as the day progresses and the hand quilted piece will combine with the hand pieced blocked to make a wonderful project that will serve as a memory of your trip to Alaska.
Skill Level: All levels

FABRIC PAINTING SAT, JULY 25 8:30-11:30AM 1:00-4:00PM
Learn to paint your own contemporary fabric for any quilt project! Working with paints is much easier than dyes and more versatile. Explore several of the most popular, and very easy, paint application methods including different brush strokes, scrunch, sponging, spraying, over-painting and heliographic. In the afternoon we’ll learn direct painting by painting a fun Alaskan bear carrying a salmon, or some other picture of your choice using one of Cindy’s easy “paint by number” patterns. Beware, painting on fabric is addictive. Small class kit fee includes variety of paints, gloves and brushes and other supplies so you only have to bring white fabric and a small water spray bottle. Optional accompanying publications: A Guide to Dyeing & Painting Fabric, by Cindy Walter and Jennifer Priestley)
Skill Level: All levels

LINDA CARLSON www.lindacarlsonquilts.com

BIRDS & BLOOMS: TRADITIONAL HAND APPLIQUE
MON, JULY 20 8:30-11:30AM 1:00-4:00PM
Students of all skills choose their own comfortable skill levels to learn easy hand applique' techniques for round curves, sharp or smooth leaves, dog tooth triangles, and reverse applique' frames. Each block will smoothly graduate your needleturn and freezer paper applique' skills.
Skill Level: All levels

FLORAL FEATHERED STAR WED, JULY 22 8:30-11:30AM
FRI, JULY 24 1:00-4:00PM
Believe it or not, when you learn how to sew just one corner and leg section, all that needs to be done is the center LeMoyne Star in this 27 inch Floral Feathered Star block! Follow Linda's easy cutting chart to organize the quick-pieced triangle feathers and other shapes for non-stop sewing of one block. Needleturn applique' will be demonstrated for students wishing to add the floral vine to the block later. Pattern fee of $5 includes all applique's and instructions.
Skill Level: Suitable for all levels, and assumes knowledge of basic sewing skills, basic rotary cutting skills and basic applique' skills.

THE GENIUS TREE OF KNOWLEDGE
SAT, JULY 25 8:30-11:30AM 1:00-4:00PM
Let Linda's new learning fabrics in this 44 inch square quilt featuring easy hand applique' techniques, teach math and language skills to the budding genius in your life! Fabric and instructions to piece the 4-block center with border will be sent for assembly prior to class. An easy "Tree of Knowledge" embellished with whimsical geometrical numbers and alphabet will be needleturn appliqued over the center during class. "Brain stormed" border appliques complete this wall or child's quilt.
Skill Level: All levels.

LAURA NOWNES www.dianaandlaura.com

MESSENGER BAG, PURSE OR NECK POUCH
MON, JULY 20 8:30-11:30AM 1:00-4:00PM
These simple and fun to make bags can be used for a variety of purposes. Use one of the patterns provided, or design one of your own. You may want to make several, one for your laptop, cell phone & credit cards or one for “formal night” on the ship. They can be embellished with yo-yos, buttons, ribbons, beads, lace, etc. We’ll just have fun being creative.
Skill Level: All levels

ALASKAN SILHOUETTES
WED, JULY 22 8:30-11:30AM
FRIDAY, JULY 24 1:00-4:00PM
These easy to make quilt blocks will look perfect in memory frames or made into a quilt, added to a jacket or purse. Make as many as you like. There will be many designs available, each in multiple sizes.
Skill Level: All levels

VIEWS OF ALASKA
SAT, JULY 25 8:30-11:30AM 1:00-4:00PM
Include your favorite images of Alaska in a mosaic style format. The overlay provides an interesting view allowing the separate “snap shot” pictures to work together as one creative and memorable quilt. This is a fun, creative and easy project. Sewing machines will be provided for this class.
Skill Level: All levels