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The Pincushion - bc quilt, patterns, classes and notions store


    

The Pincushion has a 600 sq. ft. class room and runs a variety of classes. Schedules will be posted as they become available. If you are interested in particular classes contact Laurie by phone, fax or e-mail (just click on the Contact Us link).

This room is also available during normal store hours for basting your quilt! Rather than struggle at home on a small table you can stretch out and work with relative ease! Contact Laurie at the store for more details.



Beginning Quilting, Level 1

Classes: January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3 and 7; Time: 10:30AM to 3:00PM each day
Cost: $120
Requirements: NONE!

  • Fabric Selection
  • Colour... its composition and complements
  • Tool time ... quilters tools and how to use them
  • Patchwork basics and beyond
  • Quilting
  • Binding and signing
  • Homework each week

    Sign-up required, maximum of 8 students!

     

    Quilting Level 2

    Classes: February 10, 24; March 3; Time 10:30AM to 3:00PM each day
    Cost: $60
    Requirements: Quilting Level 1 and knowledge of rotary cutting tools.

    This class is a confidence builder and will move you through the next stage of quilting, including a block you will draft and compose making your quilt "one of a kind". Homework each week

    Sign-up required, maximum of 8 students!

     

    Quilting Level 3

    Classes: TBA if there is any interest!
    Cost: TBA
    Requirements: Quilting Level 1 and some experience in quilting.

    This is a techniques class which will include:

  • Curved piecing
  • Paper piecing
  • set-in seams
  • Use these techniques along with your other acquired skills in a sampler you will be proud of for years to come. Homework each week.

    Sign-up is required!


     

        



    The Pincushion:
    3218 3rd Avenue
    Port Alberni, BC,
    Canada
    V9Y 4E1

    Phone: (250) 723-8831
    Fax:
    (250) 723-8831
    Email:
    info@pincushion.ca

    We're here to help:
    Tuesday to Saturday
    9:30 to 4:00
    Summer Hours!