Sew-ology Gazette
July 2013
Dear Material Girl,
Happy Holidays! Well, a little early this year. We always hear “you should do these classes earlier so that we can make them for holiday gifts.” Well, you have an entire month that is dedicated to fast, unique, and creative projects that make great gifts for you and everyone that is on your list. Some of the classes even make great items for those of our Material Girls that do craft shows. Holiday fabrics are making their way into the store as I write this, so you will be able to do your holiday sewing with great new holiday prints. Thank you and Keep on Sewing, Amy, Robin, Wendy, and Mike
Friday, July 12th 6:00pm till the fun is done Step away from the sewing machine and let’s pick up the glue gun, glitter, and other crafty goodness. Bring a dish based on a recipe that you found on Pinterest and join us for a crafty evening of fun. Painted Glasses
ModPodge Vases
Tu-Tu Tutorial
Fabric Wreaths
And more
Kraft Kits will be provided for each Kraft. Prices will vary depending on the project. Registration Deadline for the event is July 8th.
6750B Crain Highway LaPlata, Maryland 20646
Class Symbol Key =Advanced Beginner
=Beginner
New to sewinglearning how to rotary cut, use a sewing machine, and to read a pattern.
=Intermediate
Comfortable with your sewing machine, how to rotary cut, and basic sewing terminology.
=Advanced
A skilled sewer that is comfortable with any sewing technique.
Confident sewer that is looking for a challenge and a new technique.
Prairie Point Stocking Make an adorable stocking for your entire family this holiday. Learn to quilt them and then embellish with prairie points. Wednesday, July 3 and 17 (2 week course) 1:00pm-4:00pm
$40
Wendy
Hanging Dishtowels
Little Twister Wreath
Spice up the gift of dishtowels! Make a unique hanger that secures an ordinary dishtowel to the over door handle.
Remember the fun you had twisting the night away to the sounds of Chubby Checker? You’ll have the same good time creating fabulous tessellating pinwheel wreath. Learn the quick and easy technique in one class while making a great table topper or wall hanging.
Tuesday, July 9
6:00pm-8:00pm OR
Thursday, July 18 Amy
Wednesday, July 10 10:00am-12:00pm
(1 week course)
Amy
Learn how to make a layered star and craft a potholder that will become the highlight of your kitchen. Too beautiful to use!
Amy
(1 week course)
$25
$20
Folded Star Pot Holders
Saturday, July 20
10:00-1:00
10:00am-1:00pm
(1 week course)
$25
Bucket Brigade Grab two of your favorite fabrics and make an organizing statement. Four sizes to hold everything you love the most. Monday, July 29 Amy
10:00am-1:00pm
(1 week course)
$25
Fast, Fabulous, Fabric Table Runner Need a quick gift for a hostess, teacher, club member? This table runner takes under an hour and it is completely finished. Tuesday, July 9 10:00am-12:00pm OR Tuesday, July 16 Amy
6:00pm-8:00pm
(1week course)
(1 week course)
A versatile box style zipper pouch that can be made in any size so it can hold anything and everything. A great way to wrap small gifts and gift cards. Wednesday, July 3 10:00am-12:00pm Wendy OR (1week course)
1:00pm-4:00pm $20
Two Bags, Two Styles, Two Sizes- be able to sneak in your bag and see what you are hiding . Another great project that is made with a fun Tape Measure closure Saturday, July 27
$20
Boxy Pockets
Saturday, July 13
Sneak Peek
Amy
12:00pm-3:00pm $20
Wendy
Fabric Baskets
Tea Bag Wallet
Terrific totes for those in your life that need a little organization or the perfect container for holding a gift. A step up from plain wrapping paper.
Do you love tea? Do you carry your favorite tea bag in your purse so that you always have it? Make a cute wallet to hold tea bags so they don’t get tattered at the bottom of your purse.
Saturday, July 13 Joanne
10:00am-1:00pm
(1 week course)
Tuesday, July 16
$25
10:00am-12:00pm OR
Wednesday, July 17 Amy
6:00pm-8:00pm
(1 week course)
$20
Finger Hot Pads The perfect size potholders for taking dishes from the microwave or hot pans off the stove top. So quick and once you get started, you will make everyone you know a pair. Thursday, July 11
10:00am-12:00pm OR
Wednesday, July 17 Amy
6:00pm-8:00pm
(1 week course)
$20
WIP Day and Night Join us from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm or 6:00 pm to midnight for a night of fun, food, friendship and the fabulous feeling of finally finishing! Sign up right away because space is limited and the seats fill fast!
July 26 $10.00 per session Material Girls will be providing the main dish for WIP. Amy loves to cook and cannot wait to share her creations with you. The menu will rotate and will be available the Monday prior to WIP. You can continue to bring a savory snack or dessert to share.
=Beginner New to sewing- learning how to rotary cut, use a sewing machine, & read a pattern.
=Advanced Beginner Comfortable with your sewing machine, how to rotary cut, and basic sewing terminology.
=Intermediate
Confident sewer that is looking for a challenge and a new technique.
=Advanced
A skilled sewer that is comfortable with any sewing technique.
Poppy Love Clubhouse
Secret Garden Block of the Month
Saturday 11:30am-12:30pm
Saturday 10:00am-11:00am
July 6
July 6
Groovy Girls
Classic Beauty
Friday
Saturday 10:00am-12:00pm
10:00am-12:00pm
July 27
July 5
Marti & Me Saturday 1:00pm-2:00pm July 6
Software S Friday or S a 10:00am-1 2
ampler
turday
:00pm
July 12 or 1 3
Macchiato An exciting adventure in quilting designed to teach, inspire, and expand your quilting horizons. The quilt is entirely pieced using both traditional and a few new techniques. Rather than put the blocks together like most sampler projects, we put whole sections together for a collage effect. 6 month “Section of the Month” project $35.00 a month Limited quantities available
68”x68” square (no borders) or 82” x82 (with optional borders)
Includes all your fabrics for the 68”x68” quilt top, spool of 50wt cotton thread, pattern binder, and the Thirty something Tool. Monthly Kits available for pick up on the 1st of the month. Demo Day– Second Saturday of the Month at 9:30am-10:00am
Basic Beanie: Knitting
Teddy Bear: Crochet
One for man, one for woman. One class that gives the possibility to make gifts for everyone on your list.
Dip your feet into amigurumi stuffies! Crochet a little one in your life an adorable teddy bear for the holidays.
Tuesday, July 9 and 16 (2 week course)
6:00pm-8:00pm $40
Wednesday, July 24 and 31
Betty
(2 week course)
6:00pm-8:00pm
$40
Betty
Easy Tote
Starburst
One piece of pre quilted fabric, a coordinating print, and 2 hours, you will have the easiest tote bag ever!
Create a unique centerpiece for a table that fits every holiday. A quick project that is a great gift for a hostess or office mates.
Wednesday, July 17 (1 week course)
10:00am-1:00pm $25
Susan
Gift cards are the go to gift for anyone and any occasion. Dress up their appearance with a fun holder. When the gift card is spent, it can be used as a small wallet.
(1 week course)
(2 week course)
10:00am-12:00pm $35
Susan
Folded Star Pincushion
Gift Card Holders
Friday, July 19
Monday, July 15 and 22
Learn how to make an adorable pincushion with a star focus. Every one of your sewing friends will want one. Monday, July 15 (1 week course)
10:00am-1:00pm $25
Amy
10:00am-12:00pm $20
Joanne
Merry Vinyl Tote Try your hand at vinyl bags. Make the first tote for you and then you won’t be able to stop at just one.
Cubby Cubes Wendy loves to make boxes. Come make this new one with her! Tuesday, July 23 (1 week course)
10:00am-12:00pm $20
Wendy
Saturday, July 20 (1 week course)
10:00am-2:00pm $25
Wendy
Frosty Apple Cheeks Table Runner
Zig Zag Geese
Learn fusible and machine appliqué techniques with this festive table runner. This simple but bold design is sure to be a holiday pleaser.
Learn to use flying geese to create your own chevron patterned lap quilt.
Wednesday, July 23 and 30 (2 week course)
Tuesday, July 23 and 30
10:00am-12:00pm
$40
(2 week course)
Charlotte
All in One Wallet One wallet for everything when you need to travel light. Perfect for vacations and holiday shopping in the crowds. Wednesday, July 24 and 31 (2 week course)
10:00am-12:00pm $40
6:00pm-8:00pm $40
Amy
Scrappy Woven Placemats Just don’t know what to do with those scraps that seem to be over taking your sewing room? This scrappy placemat is for you! Learn an age old craft of weaving and turn those scraps into something functional. Wednesday, July 24 12:00pm-3:00pm
Wendy
(1 week course)
$30
Charlotte
Mini Holiday Quilt
Merry Go Round
Get ready for the holidays with a cute mini wall hanging and learn fusible and machine appliqué techniques.
Hexagons are all the rage. Make this cute table topper with a hexagon focus. The perfect project to give them a try.
Wednesday, July 24 and 31
6:00pm-8:00pm
(2 week course)
Charlotte
$40
Monday, July 22
10:00am-1:00pm
(1 week course)
$25
Amy
Several Settings This placemat just keeps going. It has four sides! One for each holiday of the year or to showcase all your favorite prints. Thursday, July 25 (1 week course)
10:00am-1:00pm $20
Snow Much Fun Ornaments Nancy Halverson's "snow much fun" ornaments are perfect for trimming your tree or as a package tie on! Learn fusible and machine appliqué techniques.
Amy
Thursday, July 25
10:00am-12:00pm
(1 week course)
$20
Charlotte
Rick Rack Pillow Learn this foundation striped pillow with Rick Rack embellishments and a zippered closure. Wednesday, July 31
1:00pm-4:00pm
(1 week course)
$20
Wendy
Special Dates and Hours: Thursday, July 4
CLOSED
Bernina University and Bernina Education will return in August with all new classes and events.
Join us for an outing of baseball, friends, and a shared hobby of sewing. Grab a quilt that needs the binding finished or a little handwork and join us at the Southern Maryland Blue Crab Stadium for a some fun! Three options to choose from:
$15.00/per person
June 22
6:35pm
July 19th
7:05pm
August 24
6:35pm
Limited Quantity Available
www.materialgirlsquilt.com 301-392-9575 Store Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-6:00pm
Sat 9:30 am-4:00pm