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Our class list has been updated (August 11th 2008) for classes in August, September and October.

Detailed class list

Class bookings and policies

Class bookings

Class list

We have a lot of classes on offer this term which are listed below.  Samples for most of these classes are in the shop NOW! 

All classes require you to have a pattern for the class - this is not included in the price of the class unless otherwise indicated.  Kits are available for all classes.  These are made to order based on your initial fabric selections.

Class Cost Exp Tutor Date/Time Dates
Beginners class - sampler - by machine

Classic blocks such as 9 patch, rail fence, churndash, log cabin.  Make a quilt of 6 to 9 blocks and add borders.  Class includes instructions on binding.  Quilting classes separately offered.

100 none Laura 10-12

Next class commences

Saturday 6 September 3-5 for six weeks

Kaffe Plate - or other dresden plate block

 

Suitable to use in cushion - separate cushion class can be organised if required

$30 1 Laura 7:30-9pm

 

1-2:30pm

Wednesday 27 August

OR

Friday 29 August

Southern Comfort Quilt top

Using one Jelly Roll and expanding on this with different background fabrics, you can create this stunning geometric quilt. 

50 2 Laura 10:30-2:30 Wednesday 27 August

Workshop to make central blocks.  Separate setting triangles and border classes can be run if required.

Price includes pattern

State of grace quilt top- another stunning Jelly Roll Quilt $55   Laura 10:30-12:30 Friday 5th, 19th September

Includes book worth $35

Introduction to strip quilts

Learn to make the "basket case" quilt & general introduction to the versatility of using strips in quilts.

 

 

$60   Laura 9:30am-1:30pm

Monday 1st September

Includes strip clubbing book valued at $40

BYO lunch

Beatrix Potter Garden Tales quilt top

This adorable cot quilt features two quilt blocks.  It has been really popular and is really quite simple to make. 

$40 1 Laura 10:30-2:30 Friday 22 August
Whole cloth quilt

This is a stunner.  Simple piecing and great fabric selection result in a fantastic quilt.  Learn how to baste your quilt and do cross hatch and scalloped border quilting.  A great class if you are looking to expand your quilting skills.

$85 2 Julia 9-1, 10-1 Dates to be confirmed

Shaggy edge quilt

A stunning and simple raggy edge quilt which looks stunning in textured fabric

$25

1

Laura

7:30-9:30pm Wed Sept 10th

Binding (technique)

Learn or refresh your finishing off skills.  In this class we will learn how to prepare, attach and sew the quilt binding using a small sample.  Kit $5

$15

1

Laura

7-9pm

This class runs frequently - next date Wednesday 3 september

Quilt as you go - Square in a square

 

 

$85 2 Julia 10am-noon 23 August 13,20 September

Register interest for additional class  Commencing 13 September 1-3pm

Block keeper roll

A fantastic place to store your work in progress.

$45 1 Laura 1-5 Saturday 27 September

Includes pattern

Pre class work required

Machine quilting (technique)

Learn how to machine quilt with Una - our most popular class – once you've done it you'll know why.  Book required "Machine Quilting made Easy".

$100

1

Una

Sat 10-12

Saturday 4,11,18 October

Includes book

Ohio Star quilt block

A true classic with some quick piecing techniques.  Kits available.  Pattern required.  This class teaches the quilt block only.  Separate classes will be available if you need to learn how to attach sashing and borders to your quilt top.

Beautiful in soft pastels such as the Lecien fabrics - and stunning in bolder fabric choices such as Kerryl's (pictured above)

$45

1

Julia

Sat 10-1

Dates to be advised

Quilt as you go - reversible log cabin (technique)

This is a stunning technique - achieving 2 quilts in one and better yet there is no quilting at the end!  Kits available.

$60

2

Laura

Sunday

9-3

7 September (depending on football!)  BYO lunch!

Bella Bag

A stylish bag designed by Moonshine designs - in a dresden plate style.

$60 1 Laura 10-2:30 Monday 8th September
Includes pattern

(BYO lunch)

Bow Bag

Another beautiful bag by Monica Poole of Moonshine designs

$60 1 Laura 10-2:30 Monday 8th September
Includes pattern

BYO lunch

 

Experience required: 1 assumes no experience required (including beginners), 2 assumes more advanced skills required.  If there is no number then some cutting experience may be required, ask in the shop for more details.

Class may require some work to be done during the class, homework in between classes and time to complete the project after the end of the class.  During the class it is our aim to teach you the techniques you need to complete a project.  It is unlikely that you would complete a project in the class.

Most quilt classes are for the construction of the quilt top only.  Having completed a quilt top there are three options for quilting:

- hand quilting (classes are taught on this in the cooler months)

- machine quilting (classes run each term)

- sending your quilt away to get it professionally quilted (I have brochures for excellent business that provide these services)

There are some classes (Field of flowers, quilt as you go, whole cloth quilt) where you also learn quilting techniques as part of the class.

Class policies including booking, payment and refunds

All classes will be held in the shop and unless otherwise stated you will need to bring in a sewing machine, equipment and materials.  A list of all requirements for the class will be available for you to collect upon your final payment.  It is your responsibility to bring everything that is required to the class.

Where a kit is not included in the class price I will be more than happy to help you with a kit or with choosing and cutting fabric. 

Deposits, payments and refunds
A 50% deposit will be required at the time of booking the class and the remainder will need to be paid two weeks prior to the commencement of the first day of the class.  You may cancel your booking up to three weeks before the class is due to run and your deposit will be transferred to an alternative class or refunded.

Places in classes will usually be limited to six people so that we can provide personal attention to everyone in the class.  As a result I expect that they will fill quickly however if we have insufficient numbers the class may be cancelled and any amounts paid will be fully refunded.  I recommend that you do not purchase any fabrics or equipment until you are sure that the class will proceed. 

Please call to confirm if the class is running.

 

 Class bookings

 Class bookings  Class bookings can be made by phone/fax/email or in person at the shop.  All bookings are subject to our class policies.

 How can I pay?  You can pay by cash or credit card.  I can take credit card details over the phone or you can fill in the form below and post them to me.  Alternatively you can pay either a deposit of $30 or buy a gift voucher.

 What do the projects look like?  Some of the projects are displayed on this website – others will be in the window of the shop, or I can email a photo to you.

 Can I get a refund?  Yes if the class is cancelled due to reasons beyond our control, or if class numbers are insufficient.  No if you just change your mind or have a last minute clash eg with a wedding, weekend away etc.  This is only because I have to pay the teachers and I rely on your payments to help me do this. 

 Please click here for a printable Class booking form

or phone 9399 4177 to book

or Please click here for a downloadable (PDF) booking form

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Please note that postage will be added to all orders, at cost.  Please email us if you would like a quote on your total order before placing it.  All prices are in Australian dollars.

Email:                           laura@institches.com.au

Website:                       www.institches.com.au

Street address:             411 Melbourne Road, Newport VIC  3015 Australia

Postal address:             PO BOX 830 Williamstown 3016 Australia

Phone:                         03 9399 4177

Opening hours:              Wed-Sat 10am to 3pm
                                   Wed 7-9pm

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