Introduction to Curved Piecing taught by Lynne MacDonald Sewing curved pieces has a bad reputation for being difficult and so not fun. WRONG! I'm going to pass along some processes learned from several teachers, and hope that you will become a 'curve-a-holic' like I now am. I find that these methods allow for stress-free creation […]
Building Blocks Schoolhouse Class, February 24th, 2024 PLEASE NOTE: Credit or refund may be requested for cancellations made before a class registration deadline (this class - February 17). Almost all pieced quilt blocks, whether simple or complex, can be broken down into certain design elements such as half-square triangles and flying geese. In this class, […]
Kenna has requested that in lieu of the $15 class fee, everyone bring $15 worth of Foodbank supplies to be donated to the local Foodbank. If there are those who prefer not to donate, the $15 class fee still applies. Kenna is a local quilt designer who specializes in fat-quarter-friendly designs. Participants should bring one of […]
This class (on April 20 only) has been cancelled. If you have signed up for this one, please contact Janice Black at schoolhouse@boisebasinquilters.org. She may be able to accommodate your attending the April 27 class. Thank you for your interest. Joyce Cambron has been quilting for over 30 years, and was employed at both The […]
Originally scheduled for April 27, this class has been rescheduled for June 29. At this point, attendance is currently full, but check back in case that changes. Joyce Cambron has been quilting for over 30 years, and was employed at both The Cotton Club and The Quilt Crossing. She first learned the freezer paper technique […]
Carolyn Hutchinson's Binding Class Description: I love to bind quilts. There’s something relaxing and exciting about adding those final stitches to complete a project. For some reason, a lot of people don’t seem to share my enthusiasm. This class is to help eliminate the dread and questions about binding. We will cover four different techniques […]
Free Event!!! Are you a beginner who would like to learn more about quilting? On October 19, 2024, in the Fellowship Hall of Boise Church of Christ, 2000 North Eldorado Street, Boise Basin Quilters is hosting a FREE event just for you! Spend the morning learning how to select and prepare fabrics for a quilt; […]
Nancy Messuri is a self-employed Idaho-based quilt designer. Foundation paper piecing is her go-to method of constructing blocks and Electric Quilt 8 is her favorite design platform. Her trademark is intricate designs that require careful piecing, but she sometimes breaks out of that mold with a less complex design when the mood strikes. Color Tangles […]
"String-piecing is an easy, fun technique that can produce spectacular results. In November, our ZOOM speaker, Jean Impey, will describe her obsession with Spiderwebs, a type of string-pieced quilt. Designed to go hand-in-hand with this program, Terri Curry's November Schoolhouse class will give you an opportunity to explore different types of string-pieced quilts and practice […]
At this time, the class is full. Thank you! In this class, taught by Janice Black, you will learn the basics of English Paper Piecing by making a single Lucy Boston Patchwork of the Crosses block. The class will also focus on fussy cuts and how they can add interest to this project and others. […]
IMPORTANT: For a $5 discount, email hammerandstain.tv@gmail.com before registering to let them know that you will bring a quilt to share (just to show off to everyone else at the workshop!) DO NOT register until you have your coupon code, since no coupons or refunds will be issued after registration is complete. The guild is […]
Bring your current sewing project and a sack lunch (feel free to bring goodies to share!) and spend a relaxed day stitching with fellow guild members! The doors will open at 10:00. If you come later, be sure to use the metal side door on the west side of the building, since the main doors […]
