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Event Calendar
Be advised that not all groups and clubs are meeting at this time due to the Houston International Quilt Festival.
For more information, please contact the store by phone.
Events in November 2023
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Janome Club
Janome Club
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November 1, 2023Janome Club - Conroe
Frist Wednesday of Every Month - 11:00AM - 4:00PM
Price - $30 per year
Want to have some fun, learn more about your machine and spend time with people who share your passion for creativity? Join us the first Tuesday every month from 11AM - 4PM for some sewing and creating. We will be sewing/embroidering innovative and exciting new projects.
Janome Club is a great way to get together with a group of people who share your enthusiasm! Enjoy your time and be inspired!
Club Leader: Sharon Sims
Email - sharonsims@embarqmail.comClub Leader: Jan Wheeler
Email - jan.sharonconroejanome@yahoo.com -
Open Sew Day
Open Sew Day
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November 8, 2023Open Sew Day - Conroe
Second Wednesday of Every Month - 10:30AM - 5:00PM
Price - $10 per day
Do you have any unfinished projects? Come join us for an all-day open sew at the Conroe store. We meet the second Wednesday of every month from 10:30AM - 5:00PM. This is an open sewing group where members will be allowed to bring their machines and any unfinished projects they may want to work on and spend the day in the company of others sewing. Come for a few hours or stay all day and play! Each open sew day is $10 per person and attendees will receive a $10 store credit!
What To Bring:
- Your sewing machine
- Your unfished projects and supplies
- Pack a lunch, snacks, and beverage (Cups must have a screw on lid)
Club Leader: Sharon Sims
Email - sharonsims@embarqmail.comClub Leader: Jan Wheeler
Email - jan.sharonconroejanome@yahoo.comPlease be advised that this group's meeting day may be subject to change due to upcoming events.
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HQ Longarm Machine Quilting Basics
HQ Longarm Machine Quilting Basics
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November 9, 2023Instructor: Jeannie Grabowska
Price: $45 Per person
Come learn with our Handi Quilter instructors! Now is your chance to come and try all of the Handi Quilter models during this hands-on educational event. Join us this November at the Conroe store for these fun longarm quilting classes. It doesn’t matter if your a novice or experienced. If you’ve got an interest in longarm quilting, this class is for you! We can’t wait to see you there!
Does longarm quilting interest you, and you’d like to learn more about it? Or do you just want a review of longarm quilting basics? This class removes the mystery of longarm quilting by explaining machine and frame elements and features, how to load a quilt, and vital facts about thread, needles and tension. Handi Quilter longarm machine and frame systems come in various sizes for every budget and are user-friendly because they are designed by a quilter, for quilters – just like you!
Topics Include:
- Basic machine and frame elements and features
- Bobbin, tension, needles, and thread
- How to load a quilt onto a frame
- Quilting with Groovy Boards and pantographs
- Rulers, Adjustable and Micro Handles, and basic freemotion
THE MORE YOU TAKE, THE MORE YOU GET!
- 2 Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
- 3 Classes – Get $20 Gift Certificate*
- 4 Classes – Get $25 Gift Certificate*
*Pro-Stitcher Classes Not Included - 2 Pro-Stitcher Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
*Gift certificates given at the time
HQ Longarm Machine Quilting BasicsHQ Longarm Machine Quilting Basics
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November 9, 2023Instructor: Jeannie Grabowska
Price: $45 Per personCome learn with our Handi Quilter instructors! Now is your chance to come and try all of the Handi Quilter models during this hands-on educational event. Join us this November at the Conroe store for these fun longarm quilting classes. It doesn’t matter if your a novice or experienced. If you’ve got an interest in longarm quilting, this class is for you! We can’t wait to see you there!
Does longarm quilting interest you, and you’d like to learn more about it? Or do you just want a review of longarm quilting basics? This class removes the mystery of longarm quilting by explaining machine and frame elements and features, how to load a quilt, and vital facts about thread, needles and tension. Handi Quilter longarm machine and frame systems come in various sizes for every budget and are user-friendly because they are designed by a quilter, for quilters – just like you!
Topics Include:
- Basic machine and frame elements and features
- Bobbin, tension, needles, and thread
- How to load a quilt onto a frame
- Quilting with Groovy Boards and pantographs
- Rulers, Adjustable and Micro Handles, and basic freemotion
THE MORE YOU TAKE, THE MORE YOU GET!
- 2 Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
- 3 Classes – Get $20 Gift Certificate*
- 4 Classes – Get $25 Gift Certificate*
*Pro-Stitcher Classes Not Included - 2 Pro-Stitcher Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
*Gift certificates given at the time
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HQ Fast, Fun, Fabulous Free-Motion Quilting
HQ Fast, Fun, Fabulous Free-Motion Quilting
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November 10, 2023Instructor: Jeannie Grabowska
Price: $45 Per personCome learn with our Handi Quilter instructors! Now is your chance to come and try all of the Handi Quilter models during this hands-on educational event. Join us this November at the Conroe store for these fun longarm quilting classes. It doesn’t matter if your a novice or experienced. If you’ve got an interest in longarm quilting, this class is for you! We can’t wait to see you there!
Quilters everywhere LOVE the excitement and fun of free-motion quilting – and it’s easier than you think! Create flowing designs by connecting simple design elements with continuous lines, traveling across the quilt or filling in a specific area. Learn how drawing and muscle memory contribute to beautiful free-motion quilting, and how you can create stunning designs.
Topics Include:
- How to develop an inventory of free-motion designs
- Proper scaling and spacing of design elements
- Edge-to-edge free-motion quilting
- Adjust your quilting path to create your own new designs
- Using micro handles and adjustable handlebars for free-motion quilting
THE MORE YOU TAKE, THE MORE YOU GET!
- 2 Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
- 3 Classes – Get $20 Gift Certificate*
- 4 Classes – Get $25 Gift Certificate*
*Pro-Stitcher Classes Not Included - 2 Pro-Stitcher Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
*Gift certificates given at the time
HQ Hands on Ruler EssentialsHQ Hands on Ruler Essentials
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November 10, 2023Instructor: Jeannie Grabowska
Price: $45 Per personCome learn with our Handi Quilter instructors! Now is your chance to come and try all of the Handi Quilter models during this hands-on educational event. Join us this November at the Conroe store for these fun longarm quilting classes. It doesn’t matter if your a novice or experienced. If you’ve got an interest in longarm quilting, this class is for you! We can’t wait to see you there!
If you love precision and consistency in your quilting designs, you will love using design rulers and templates! These handy tools assist in placing designs accurately and stitching them out precisely. Learn to handle rulers and templates safely with the ruler base and Sure Foot, and how to achieve accuracy with the markings. The wide variety of Handi Quilter rulers will inspire you to new design heights.
Topics Include:
- Handle rulers safely
- Ruler Understand and use ruler markings for precision and accuracy
- Use piecing lines and marking tools to build ruler design confidence
- VersaTool quilting: stitch-in-the-ditch, cross-hatch, piano keys, clamshells and arcs
- Apply binding with the HQ VersaTool
THE MORE YOU TAKE, THE MORE YOU GET!
- 2 Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
- 3 Classes – Get $20 Gift Certificate*
- 4 Classes – Get $25 Gift Certificate*
*Pro-Stitcher Classes Not Included - 2 Pro-Stitcher Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
*Gift certificates given at the time
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HQ Exploring Pro-Stitcher (Hands On)
HQ Exploring Pro-Stitcher (Hands On)
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November 11, 2023Instructor: Jeannie Grabowska
Price: $45 Per personCome learn with our Handi Quilter instructors! Now is your chance to come and try all of the Handi Quilter models during this hands-on educational event. Join us this November at the Conroe store for these fun longarm quilting classes. It doesn’t matter if your a novice or experienced. If you’ve got an interest in longarm quilting, this class is for you! We can’t wait to see you there!
Pro-Stitcher is an intuitive computer-guided quilting system designed especially for use with Handi Quilter longarm quilting machines. User-friendly and simple to operate, the step-by-step process for each function is easy and fun. Whether finishing your own quilts or consider a quilting business, come see the elegant and precise quilting you can accomplish with Pro-Stitcher. New owners – start here!
Topics Include:
- Basic overview of how to use Pro-Stitcher
- Overview Create an area and place a block using Skew, Resize, XForm and Align
- Use the modify tools to make a design fit in any space
- Set up an edge to edge design three ways
- Cropping the bottom of an edge to edge design
- Basic repositioning and advancing an edge to edge design
- Moving your start and end points
- Manage sashings, borders, and corners
- Cropping, rotating, and resizing designs for customization
- Use Mark and Record to create your own designs
- Combining designs
THE MORE YOU TAKE, THE MORE YOU GET!
- 2 Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
- 3 Classes – Get $20 Gift Certificate*
- 4 Classes – Get $25 Gift Certificate*
*Pro-Stitcher Classes Not Included - 2 Pro-Stitcher Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
*Gift certificates given at the time
HQ Exploring Pro-Stitcher Further (Hands On)HQ Exploring Pro-Stitcher Further (Hands On)
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November 11, 2023Instructor: Jeannie Grabowska
Price: $45 Per personCome learn with our Handi Quilter instructors! Now is your chance to come and try all of the Handi Quilter models during this hands-on educational event. Join us this November at the Conroe store for these fun longarm quilting classes. It doesn’t matter if your a novice or experienced. If you’ve got an interest in longarm quilting, this class is for you! We can’t wait to see you there!
Pro-Stitcher is an intuitive computer-guided quilting system designed especially for use with Handi Quilter longarm quilting machines. User-friendly and simple to operate, the step-by-step process for each function is easy and fun. Whether finishing your own quilts or consider a quilting business, come see the elegant and precise quilting you can accomplish with Pro-Stitcher. New owners – start here!
Topics Include:
- Basic machine and frame elements and features
- Bobbin, tension, needles, and thread
- How to load a quilt onto a frame
- Quilting with Groovy Boards and pantographs
- Rulers, Adjustable and Micro Handles, and basic freemotion
THE MORE YOU TAKE, THE MORE YOU GET!
- 2 Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
- 3 Classes – Get $20 Gift Certificate*
- 4 Classes – Get $25 Gift Certificate*
*Pro-Stitcher Classes Not Included - 2 Pro-Stitcher Classes – Get $10 Gift Certificate*
*Gift certificates given at the time
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North Village Tree Skirt with Mona Butler
North Village Tree Skirt with Mona Butler
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November 13, 20232018 I-45 North, Conroe, TX 77301
Instructor: Mona Butler
Price: $250.00
Come make an heirloom that you will treasure for many holidays to come! You will learn techniques that will allow you to customize this tree skirt to make it uniquely yours! You will also learn how to add piping to your tree skirt if desired. We will help each other to finish these and have these tree skirts ready to put under your tree in time for Christmas!
Students will come together twice a month to work on their tree skirts. So just us and add this heirloom to your decorations for years to come!
Kit Price: $75 per student (excludes main and backing fabric) – Available and sold separately.
Full Class Dates:
- Monday, July 10, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, July 24, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, August 14, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, August 28, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, September 11, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, September 25, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, October 9, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, October 23, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, November 13, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, November 27, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
You will receive a download of the supply list after registration. If you do not receive a download of your supply list, please notify the store as soon as possible.
Note: Please put the model of your machine in the notes section when placing your order.
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Judy Niemeyer Sit & Sew with Jan Mathews
Judy Niemeyer Sit & Sew with Jan Mathews
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November 16, 202318351 State Highway 249 Houston, TX 77070
Instructor: Jan Mathews
Price: $30.00
Have you recently reorganized your sewing room and found a Judy Niemeyer/Quiltworx project you need to finish? Are you taking a class and need extra sewing time? Do you want to start a new Judy Niemeyer pattern but don’t want to wait for a class?
Join us for the Judy Niemeyer Sit & Sew! You will have a certified Judy Niemeyer instructor, Jan Mathews, to assist you, a group of “Judy” fans to sew with, and an excuse to get out of the house for the day. Come join us each month for the Judy Niemeyer/Quiltworx.com Sit & Sew!
Please Note: Seating is extremely limited!
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Beginning Sewing & Serger Instruction Classes
Beginning Sewing & Serger Instruction Classes
All day
November 18, 2023Mondays - 10:30AM - 12:30PM or 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Saturdays - 10:30AM - 12:30PM or 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Instructor: Joanne Peterson
Are you new to serging and not sure where to start? Do you already own a serger but need help? The serger instruction classes are just what you're looking for! You'll learn about your machine and find out all you can achieve!
Serger instruction classes are by appointment only. If you would like pricing or would like to schedule a class,
please call Joanne at (281) 259-0487! -
Beginning Sewing & Serger Instruction Classes
Beginning Sewing & Serger Instruction Classes
All day
November 20, 2023Mondays - 10:30AM - 12:30PM or 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Saturdays - 10:30AM - 12:30PM or 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Instructor: Joanne Peterson
Are you new to serging and not sure where to start? Do you already own a serger but need help? The serger instruction classes are just what you're looking for! You'll learn about your machine and find out all you can achieve!
Serger instruction classes are by appointment only. If you would like pricing or would like to schedule a class,
please call Joanne at (281) 259-0487! -
The Scissor Guy - Scissor Sharpening
The Scissor Guy - Scissor Sharpening
All day
November 21, 2023The Scissor Guy - Scissor Sharpening - Conroe
Third Tuesday of the Month
Check or Exact Cash Only!Dull scissors and blades no more! Bring your scissors, pinking shears, and rotary blades and get them sharpened by The Scissor Guy! Put your items in a bag with your name on it and drop it off it off at the store. Please make sure you drop off your items the day before to ensure they get sharpened. Same day drops offs are not guaranteed to get sharpened! Items will be available for pick up next business day at 10:00AM. If you are paying by check, please make checks out to The Scissor Guy.
Prices for Sharpening:
- Scissors & Picking Shears - $4 + Tax
- Rotary Blades - $3 + Tax
Check or Exact Change only!
For more information please call the store: 281-469-5377 Ext 2 -
The Scissor Guy - Scissor Sharpening
The Scissor Guy - Scissor Sharpening
All day
November 22, 2023The Scissor Guy - Scissor Sharpening - Houston
Last Wednesday of the Month
Check or Exact Cash Only!Dull scissors and blades no more! Bring your scissors, pinking shears, and rotary blades and get them sharpened by The Scissor Guy! Put your items in a bag with your name on it and drop it off it off at the store. Please make sure you drop off your items the day before to ensure they get sharpened. Same day drops offs are not guaranteed to get sharpened! Items will be available for pick up next business day at 10:00AM. If you are paying by check, please make checks out to The Scissor Guy.
Prices for Sharpening:
- Scissors & Picking Shears - $4 + Tax
- Rotary Blades - $3 + Tax
Check or Exact Change only!
For more information please call the store: 281-469-5377 Ext 1The Dolly MamasThe Dolly Mamas
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November 22, 2023The Dolly Mamas - Conroe
The last Wednesday of Each Month - 1:00PM - 4:00PMA special group of ladies sewing for girls in need!
Leader: Daphne Cox
Email - daphnecox_6@msn.com -
We Bee Stitchin'
We Bee Stitchin'
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November 23, 2023We Bee Stitchin' - Houston
Fourth Thursday of Every Month - 10:30AM - 4:00PM
Price - $30 per year
Do you have any unfinished projects? Come join us for an all-day open sew with the We Bee Stitchin' sewing bee. We meet the fourth Thursday of every month from 10:30AM - 4:00PM. This is an open sewing group where members will be allowed to bring their machines and any unfinished projects they may want to work on and spend the day in the company of others sewing. Come for a few hours or stay all day and play! We Bee Stitchin' is a great way to get together with a group of people who share your enthusiasm! Enjoy your time and be inspired to complete your projects!
What To Bring:
- Your sewing machine
- Your unfished projects and supplies
- Pack a lunch, snacks, and beverage (Cups must have a screw on lid)
Club Leader: Stacey Chandler and Joanne Peterson
Email - stacey1622003@yahoo.comPlease be advised that this group's meeting day may be subject to change due to upcoming events.
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Beginning Sewing & Serger Instruction Classes
Beginning Sewing & Serger Instruction Classes
All day
November 25, 2023Mondays - 10:30AM - 12:30PM or 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Saturdays - 10:30AM - 12:30PM or 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Instructor: Joanne Peterson
Are you new to serging and not sure where to start? Do you already own a serger but need help? The serger instruction classes are just what you're looking for! You'll learn about your machine and find out all you can achieve!
Serger instruction classes are by appointment only. If you would like pricing or would like to schedule a class,
please call Joanne at (281) 259-0487! -
Beginning Sewing & Serger Instruction Classes
Beginning Sewing & Serger Instruction Classes
All day
November 27, 2023Mondays - 10:30AM - 12:30PM or 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Saturdays - 10:30AM - 12:30PM or 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Instructor: Joanne Peterson
Are you new to serging and not sure where to start? Do you already own a serger but need help? The serger instruction classes are just what you're looking for! You'll learn about your machine and find out all you can achieve!
Serger instruction classes are by appointment only. If you would like pricing or would like to schedule a class,
please call Joanne at (281) 259-0487!North Village Tree Skirt with Mona ButlerNorth Village Tree Skirt with Mona Butler
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November 27, 20232018 I-45 North, Conroe, TX 77301
Instructor: Mona Butler
Price: $250.00Come make an heirloom that you will treasure for many holidays to come! You will learn techniques that will allow you to customize this tree skirt to make it uniquely yours! You will also learn how to add piping to your tree skirt if desired. We will help each other to finish these and have these tree skirts ready to put under your tree in time for Christmas!
Students will come together twice a month to work on their tree skirts. So just us and add this heirloom to your decorations for years to come!
Kit Price: $75 per student (excludes main and backing fabric) – Available and sold separately.
Full Class Dates:
- Monday, July 10, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, July 24, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, August 14, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, August 28, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, September 11, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, September 25, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, October 9, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, October 23, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, November 13, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
- Monday, November 27, 2023 10:30AM – 4:30PM
You will receive a download of the supply list after registration. If you do not receive a download of your supply list, please notify the store as soon as possible.
Note: Please put the model of your machine in the notes section when placing your order.
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Tucker University: Freshman Year - Semester 2
Tucker University: Freshman Year - Semester 2
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November 28, 202318351 State Highway 249, Houston, TX 77070
Instructor: Kathy Tucker
Price: $35 Per person
Kathy Tucker is a Studio 180 Design and Laura Heine Certified Instructor. She is also a Certified Longarm Quilter. As a long-time educator with children and in higher education, she specializes in classes that are inspiring and educational while meeting the needs of each individual learner and skill level. With over 35 years in the art of quilting making, her classes provide beginner to advanced students with new and exciting skills in a positive and supportive atmosphere.
This is the second of the 6-month series of Tucker University – Freshman Year, Semester I, taught by Certified Studio 180 Design Instructor, Kathy Tucker, features 6 of the Studio 180 Design Tucker Tools:
1. Corner Pop
2. Split Rects
3. Diamond Rects
4. Large Square Squared
5. Rapid Fire Lemoyne Star
6. Wing ClipperStudents will also delve in to the following technique sheets to enhance their design precision quilt making skills:
1. Stacked Squares
2. Strip Pieced Lemoynes
3. Liberty Lemonyes Banded
4. Fussy Cut Lemoynes
5. Blazing Lemoynes
6. Migrating GeeseThis Freshman Year, Semester 2 of Tucker University offers 6 technique courses for using Deb Tucker’s Studio 180 Design tools to develop exact precision and incredible designs. Students practice how to use a new tool each month and apply it to a plethora of patterns and designs. Each week is supported by a Design Sheet and Technique Sheets for students to realize the many options they can create using their Studio 180 Design tools. Students will be able to create a project of their choosing as they develop and design their stunning units. Don’t worry, no grades are given, only fun and inspiration.
Full Class Dates:
- Tuesday, July 25, 2024 10:30AM-1:30PM
- Tuesday, August 22, 2024 10:30AM-1:30PM
- Tuesday, September 26, 2024 10:30AM-1:30PM
- Tuesday, October 17, 2024 10:30AM-1:30PM
- Tuesday, November 28, 2024 10:30AM-1:30PM
- Tuesday, December 19, 2024 10:30AM-1:30PM
What To Bring: Supply lists will be given at time of registration or available as a digital download if you register online.
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