Classes
The Important (But Boring) Details- You will not be considered registered for a class until you have paid for your spot in full. For your convenience, we can accept your credit card payment over the telephone or you can register in person. Spots can not be “held” without payment. Placing your name on a waiting list without payment does not guarantee you a space.
- We understand that a registrant may not be able to attend a class for any number of worthy reasons, but to ensure that classes do not have to be cancelled at the last minute because of withdrawals, no refunds or credits will be issued unless the class is cancelled by Quilty Pleasures. If we are given enough notice and are able to fill your spot, we can then offer you a refund or store credit.
- If a class is full, or not offered at a time convenient for you, leave your name on a waiting list. If numbers warrant, we will schedule additional classes.
- PLEASE CHECK YOUR CLASS SUPPLY LIST AND PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO ATTENDING CLASS. COME WITH YOUR CUTTING DONE AND ALL SUPPLIES REQUIRED.
- Please note that we do not give refunds for cut fabric. If we cancel a class, we will be happy to refund the cost of the class plus any rulers, books, patterns, etc. that were purchased specifically for that class (must be in original packaging and condition when returned). If you don't want to take the chance of being stuck with unwanted fabric (is that a thing?), please wait to buy your fabric when you know the class is definitely happening.
- Supplies specified on the class requirements list are all available at Quilty Pleasures. You will be given a 10% discount off any class supplies requested by the instructor when purchased at Quilty Pleasures. If a specific product is listed, please do not make substitutions. Occasionally, our instructors modify the supplies or fabric amounts from those indicated on the pattern. This is typically to your benefit.
- Make sure that all supplies are labelled and identifiable as yours. Quilty Pleasures is not responsible for items lost or misplaced during class.
- Please ensure that your machine is in good working order prior to class. It is expected that you know how to operate your own machine. If necessary, we can arrange for a private lesson on the use of your machine. Please bring your owner’s manual to each class, just in case. We also have in-store technicians if you need a tune-up!
- During the winter months, please don't forget to bring slippers or indoor shoes to class.
Schedule in Calendar Format Here's the class schedule in calendar format. You can view the schedule by month and click the class title for a description. Pages are easily printable from your browser. You can still view the classes below as you normally would!
Skill Levels
Novice: You are familiar with the basics of your own machine. You are able to thread your machine, wind a bobbin and adjust the stitch length. The expectation is that you have little or no sewing/quilting experience and are eager to learn new skills.
Beginner: Has some sewing/quilting experience, understands basic quilting terms & techniques (e.g. 1/4" seam allowance) and knows how to use a rotary cutter, measure with a ruler and follow a pattern.
Intermediate: Has experience with basic quilting projects with several projects under your belt and are ready to be introduced to more advanced techniques through instruction and example.
NOTE: Just click on the class title for more details, such as dates, times, cost, instructor, etc. Sorry, we can't register all classes electronically yet (we're working on it!) -- please call us at 613-834-3044 with any questions and to register for your classes.
Big Reversible Bow
In this class you will learn how to create a big, bold handmade holiday statement item that's perfect for not just one, but two, holidays, parties and special occasions! This project is beginner-friendly and easy to customize. It is a great way to use large (and not so large) pieces of festive fabric that have spent too much time in your stash. The pattern comes together quickly for a stunning, oversized finish. Please refer to class requirements for fabric requirements and suggested tools needed for this class.
Cost: $ 50.00
In this class you will learn how to create a big, bold handmade holiday statement item that's perfect for not just one, but two, holidays, parties and special occasions! This project is beginner-friendly and easy to customize. It is a great way to use large (and not so large) pieces of festive fabric that have spent too much time in your stash. The pattern comes together quickly for a stunning, oversized finish. Please refer to class requirements for fabric requirements and suggested tools needed for this class.
Cost: $ 50.00
Birch Bark Strip Quilt
This project is quick and easy. Using 2.5" strips we will use an ingenious and quick method to create a quilt top in an afternoon. The finished project is a 48" X 64" throw. If you would like to use fabric from your stash but dread cutting all those 2.5" strips, why not sign up for one of our sit and sew sessions and use our 2.5" strip ruler?
Cost: $ 60.00
This project is quick and easy. Using 2.5" strips we will use an ingenious and quick method to create a quilt top in an afternoon. The finished project is a 48" X 64" throw. If you would like to use fabric from your stash but dread cutting all those 2.5" strips, why not sign up for one of our sit and sew sessions and use our 2.5" strip ruler?
Cost: $ 60.00
Circle Game
This is a hand-pieced, hand-quilted project done over a period of eight months in three-hour classes. Have you considered the benefits of making a quilt by hand? transportable, precise, meditative. Join us to accomplish this perhaps daunting endeavour in the company of like-minded individuals. The pattern allows for putting together 16 different blocks of varying complexity, thereby growing our skills. We will share ideas for fabric choices and placement, techniques in working with circles, project organization and one of many quilt-as-you-go methods. There will be homework involved in that specific blocks must be completed for the next class; this will provide the necessary momentum to complete the quilt in a timely manner. Note that you must have completed the Introduction to Hand-piecing class prior to jumping in the Circle Game.
Cost: $ 450.00
This is a hand-pieced, hand-quilted project done over a period of eight months in three-hour classes. Have you considered the benefits of making a quilt by hand? transportable, precise, meditative. Join us to accomplish this perhaps daunting endeavour in the company of like-minded individuals. The pattern allows for putting together 16 different blocks of varying complexity, thereby growing our skills. We will share ideas for fabric choices and placement, techniques in working with circles, project organization and one of many quilt-as-you-go methods. There will be homework involved in that specific blocks must be completed for the next class; this will provide the necessary momentum to complete the quilt in a timely manner. Note that you must have completed the Introduction to Hand-piecing class prior to jumping in the Circle Game.
Cost: $ 450.00
Crazy Christmas Trees
This project uses a fun technique which finishes to become a 16 1/2" x 43 1/2" table runner. It would be equally cute as a wall hanging, with the trees all growing in the same direction. Repeating the row in different fabrics results in a lovely quilt. While we will be working on one set of four blocks we will discuss different ways to assemble it depending upon your goal.
Cost: $ 60.00
This project uses a fun technique which finishes to become a 16 1/2" x 43 1/2" table runner. It would be equally cute as a wall hanging, with the trees all growing in the same direction. Repeating the row in different fabrics results in a lovely quilt. While we will be working on one set of four blocks we will discuss different ways to assemble it depending upon your goal.
Cost: $ 60.00
Crimson Christmas
This throw-sized project is a modern take on a traditional Christmas poinsettia plant. The blend of subtle colour transitions add depth and elements of the flow of colours in nature. This quilt uses the 60 Degree Diamond ruler by Krista Moser which is easy and versatile!
Cost: $ 135.00
This throw-sized project is a modern take on a traditional Christmas poinsettia plant. The blend of subtle colour transitions add depth and elements of the flow of colours in nature. This quilt uses the 60 Degree Diamond ruler by Krista Moser which is easy and versatile!
Cost: $ 135.00
Flamingo House Presents: Halloween Costume Workshop
We all know a homemade Halloween costume is the best kind of costume. Our friend, Desiree, and her flock at Flamingo House will help you accomplish your costume dreams! Whether you are brand new at sewing and need some help to get started, have a new-to-you machine that you want to learn how to operate, or have sewing experience but want a sew-cial setting, all are welcome! The event is drop-in and pay-what-you-can (all proceeds go back towards Flamingo House helping the sewing community) but signing up online or in-store will help us gauge numbers.
Cost: $ FREE
We all know a homemade Halloween costume is the best kind of costume. Our friend, Desiree, and her flock at Flamingo House will help you accomplish your costume dreams! Whether you are brand new at sewing and need some help to get started, have a new-to-you machine that you want to learn how to operate, or have sewing experience but want a sew-cial setting, all are welcome! The event is drop-in and pay-what-you-can (all proceeds go back towards Flamingo House helping the sewing community) but signing up online or in-store will help us gauge numbers.
Cost: $ FREE
Flamingo House Presents: Learn To Sew Workshop
Our friend, Desiree, and her flock at Flamingo House have organized a drop-in workshop to learn basic sewing, mending and how to use your machine! Whether you are brand new at sewing and need to hem your pants, have a new-to-you machine that you want to learn how to operate, or have sewing experience but want a sew-cial setting, all are welcome! The event is drop-in and pay-what-you-can (all proceeds go back towards Flamingo House helping the sewing community) but signing up online or in-store will help us gauge numbers.
Cost: $ FREE
Our friend, Desiree, and her flock at Flamingo House have organized a drop-in workshop to learn basic sewing, mending and how to use your machine! Whether you are brand new at sewing and need to hem your pants, have a new-to-you machine that you want to learn how to operate, or have sewing experience but want a sew-cial setting, all are welcome! The event is drop-in and pay-what-you-can (all proceeds go back towards Flamingo House helping the sewing community) but signing up online or in-store will help us gauge numbers.
Cost: $ FREE
Free-Motion Machine Quilting I
This is the relaxed version of our machine quilting classes. Spread over three weeks, it allows you plenty of practice time with both feed-dog assisted and free-motion quilting. By the end of the course, you'll wonder why you were nervous!
Cost: $ 125.00
This is the relaxed version of our machine quilting classes. Spread over three weeks, it allows you plenty of practice time with both feed-dog assisted and free-motion quilting. By the end of the course, you'll wonder why you were nervous!
Cost: $ 125.00
Luminary
The Luminary quilt is a modern take on a traditional Lone Star quilt using an improv twist. The colour movement from the centre to the tip is achieved by varying both the hue and value of the fabrics used. The first class will be spent focusing on fabric choice and layout. During the second class we will prepare the diamonds and the third class will focus on assembling the quilt.
Cost: $ 125.00
The Luminary quilt is a modern take on a traditional Lone Star quilt using an improv twist. The colour movement from the centre to the tip is achieved by varying both the hue and value of the fabrics used. The first class will be spent focusing on fabric choice and layout. During the second class we will prepare the diamonds and the third class will focus on assembling the quilt.
Cost: $ 125.00
Merry Little Christmas
Using the Foundation Paper Piecing technique create delightful holiday items for yourself, your friends and your family. In the first class you make your block or blocks of choice and in the second class you will transform them into a tablerunner, cushion, gift bag or placemats. It is expectation is that you are familiar with FPP (which Lucie will review in the first class).
Cost: $ 75.00
Using the Foundation Paper Piecing technique create delightful holiday items for yourself, your friends and your family. In the first class you make your block or blocks of choice and in the second class you will transform them into a tablerunner, cushion, gift bag or placemats. It is expectation is that you are familiar with FPP (which Lucie will review in the first class).
Cost: $ 75.00
Metro Rings
This pattern allows you to go beyond square and rectangular blocks and create a Double Wedding Ring with ease! Kimberley will gently introduce you to cutting and sewing curves using the Quick Curve Ruler. Note that this is a two-part Intermediate-level class, each three hours.
Cost: $ 90.00
This pattern allows you to go beyond square and rectangular blocks and create a Double Wedding Ring with ease! Kimberley will gently introduce you to cutting and sewing curves using the Quick Curve Ruler. Note that this is a two-part Intermediate-level class, each three hours.
Cost: $ 90.00
PHD with Carrie
Let's work together to work on our PHDs (Projects Half Done) this summer. Bring in that project that you just haven't gotten around to finishing, the one you just can't figure out, the one that just needs to be bound or the one that has been in "timeout" longer than you can remember. Bring your project(s), your machine and your supplies. We'll provide the support, "adult supervision" or refresher you need to help you work on your unfinished projects. If possible let us know what you will be working on that night, when you register.
Cost: $ 25.00
Let's work together to work on our PHDs (Projects Half Done) this summer. Bring in that project that you just haven't gotten around to finishing, the one you just can't figure out, the one that just needs to be bound or the one that has been in "timeout" longer than you can remember. Bring your project(s), your machine and your supplies. We'll provide the support, "adult supervision" or refresher you need to help you work on your unfinished projects. If possible let us know what you will be working on that night, when you register.
Cost: $ 25.00
Quilted Sneakers
Make your own custom sneakers using SneakerKit soles and insoles! The class fee includes waxed nylon thread, 1 needle, and the required Soles & Insoles. You can make these sneakers in 3 heights (Super low, Low, and High top) using quilting cotton for a unique pair of shoes that will have everyone asking "Where did you get those?"! Please put your shoe size and sole colour (black, white or brown) in the checkout notes. Once ordered, SneakerKits are non-refundable ($95 + tax).
Cost: $ 185.00
Make your own custom sneakers using SneakerKit soles and insoles! The class fee includes waxed nylon thread, 1 needle, and the required Soles & Insoles. You can make these sneakers in 3 heights (Super low, Low, and High top) using quilting cotton for a unique pair of shoes that will have everyone asking "Where did you get those?"! Please put your shoe size and sole colour (black, white or brown) in the checkout notes. Once ordered, SneakerKits are non-refundable ($95 + tax).
Cost: $ 185.00
Quilting 1 for the Absolute Beginner
You spoke and we listened. We have adjusted our Learn to Quilt program to reflect information that has been shared with us, by you. Do you want to learn to quilt but are shy about diving into a big project? Are you completely self-taught with some help from online videos? Interested and terrified at the same time? This is the class for you!
Cost: $ 100.00
You spoke and we listened. We have adjusted our Learn to Quilt program to reflect information that has been shared with us, by you. Do you want to learn to quilt but are shy about diving into a big project? Are you completely self-taught with some help from online videos? Interested and terrified at the same time? This is the class for you!
Cost: $ 100.00
Quilting 2
This class is the second in our learn to quilt classes. Ideally you will have completed our Quilting 1 for the Absolute Beginner Class before enrolling in Quilting 2. The expectation is that you can cut multiple layers of fabric using a rotary cutter, follow a basic pattern and are familiar with sewing a consistent and accurate 1/4" seam prior to the class. Please speak to Carrie or Amy if you are unsure if this is the right class for you. This class will lead you through the process of making a sampler quilt that can be as funky or traditional as you like. You'll make a variety of traditional pieced blocks that assemble into a twin size quilt top. There will be weekly homework assigned to be completed between classes so please factor that into the time commitment for this course.
Cost: $ 190.00
This class is the second in our learn to quilt classes. Ideally you will have completed our Quilting 1 for the Absolute Beginner Class before enrolling in Quilting 2. The expectation is that you can cut multiple layers of fabric using a rotary cutter, follow a basic pattern and are familiar with sewing a consistent and accurate 1/4" seam prior to the class. Please speak to Carrie or Amy if you are unsure if this is the right class for you. This class will lead you through the process of making a sampler quilt that can be as funky or traditional as you like. You'll make a variety of traditional pieced blocks that assemble into a twin size quilt top. There will be weekly homework assigned to be completed between classes so please factor that into the time commitment for this course.
Cost: $ 190.00
Sew Together Bag
Zippers and pockets -- lots of pockets -- for all your stuff. Portable, secure, and ever so cute, this little bag will keep your tools contained and at the ready. Perfect for sewing notions, cosmetics, jewellery -- any little things!
Cost: $ 90.00
Zippers and pockets -- lots of pockets -- for all your stuff. Portable, secure, and ever so cute, this little bag will keep your tools contained and at the ready. Perfect for sewing notions, cosmetics, jewellery -- any little things!
Cost: $ 90.00
Sit and Sew
Come use our space and our tools (and escape your family, renovations or anything else you'd like to leave at home). Come alone or bring a friend. This is a great opportunity to sew-cialize with friends, both new and old! A staff person will be assigned to help you, if needed, but there will not be a specific lesson or class being taught. You must bring your own machine (as always, we can help you carry it in), your project supplies and rotary cutters. As an added bonus, any regularly-priced shopping you do the same day will be discounted by 10%. Please call the store to register or ask any questions you may have. 613-834-3044
Cost: $ 15.00
Come use our space and our tools (and escape your family, renovations or anything else you'd like to leave at home). Come alone or bring a friend. This is a great opportunity to sew-cialize with friends, both new and old! A staff person will be assigned to help you, if needed, but there will not be a specific lesson or class being taught. You must bring your own machine (as always, we can help you carry it in), your project supplies and rotary cutters. As an added bonus, any regularly-priced shopping you do the same day will be discounted by 10%. Please call the store to register or ask any questions you may have. 613-834-3044
Cost: $ 15.00
Tuffet
Fast and fun tuffets are truly quick and cute! They come together in one day, especially with the Creative Grids 15-Degree Triangle Ruler (CGREU1). Choose between a square or round shape. The tuffet finishes at 18" wide.
Cost: $ 90.00
Fast and fun tuffets are truly quick and cute! They come together in one day, especially with the Creative Grids 15-Degree Triangle Ruler (CGREU1). Choose between a square or round shape. The tuffet finishes at 18" wide.
Cost: $ 90.00
Winter Visit
Winter wreaths and cardinals, what's not to love? This pattern uses the large Creative Grids 60 degree diamond ruler to cut triangles, trapezoids, diamonds and parallelograms. Throughout the class you will learn how to use this very useful ruler to make and combine different base shapes in order to make the various components. The pattern is versatile in that you can make it whimsically scrappy and use some of your stash, or timely and elegant by using curated fabrics. This quilt can be as Christmassy as you like or have more of a winter theme. Why not have a blue jay instead of a cardinal? It is recommended that you have completed Quilting 2 or be comfortable working with bias seams and reading rulers before you take this class.
Cost: $ 75.00
Winter wreaths and cardinals, what's not to love? This pattern uses the large Creative Grids 60 degree diamond ruler to cut triangles, trapezoids, diamonds and parallelograms. Throughout the class you will learn how to use this very useful ruler to make and combine different base shapes in order to make the various components. The pattern is versatile in that you can make it whimsically scrappy and use some of your stash, or timely and elegant by using curated fabrics. This quilt can be as Christmassy as you like or have more of a winter theme. Why not have a blue jay instead of a cardinal? It is recommended that you have completed Quilting 2 or be comfortable working with bias seams and reading rulers before you take this class.
Cost: $ 75.00