Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Mom and me quilt lessons?



Would you like to learn to quilt with your daughter? We're forming classes for kids 8 and up to bring their Mom or other interested adult to learn the basics of quilting. Together, each adult-child pair will make a doll-sized quilt.


Email us if you're interested in more information. heavenstobetsyhandicrafts@gmail.com.


Upcoming Classes


Kids’ Introduction to Hand-Sewing
Kids ages 8 and up learn the basics of hand sewing during this 1.5-hour class. Join the fun as we create an adorable flower pincushion.Saturday, January 9, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Loveland Hobby Lobby$15 class fee, $5 supplies


Adult Beginner Quilting Classes
Learn the basics of cutting, piecing, quilting and binding in this three-session series of classes.
Tuesdays, January 26, February 2 and February 9, 7 to 9 p.m.
Loveland Artist Studios on Main
$60 plus $8 supply fee

Kids’ Introduction to Machine Sewing

Kids age 9 and up learn basic machine skills during this 1.5-hour class while making a pencil or paintbrush roll.Saturday, January 30, 1 to 3:30 p.m., Loveland Artist Studios on Main$20 class fee, $5 supplies

Tweens and Teens Fleece Hat and Scarf
Students 10 and up who have completed an intro to machine sewing class can come make a fleece hat and scarf. You’ll follow a pattern and apply the finishing touches.
Saturday, February 13, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., Loveland Artist Studios on Main
$20 class fee. Supply fee applies if student doesn’t provide her own fleece fabric.

Teen “Upcycle” Class
Students age 13 and up who have completed an intro to machine sewing class will re-fashion an unwanted garment into something wearable or usable. How about a cargo pants tote bag or a T-shirt makeover? Call us to register and discuss your project.
Saturday, February 27, 3 to 6 p.m., Loveland Artist Studios on Main

MIxed Media Night

Spend an evening stretching your creativity. The Heavens to Betsy gals will facilitate (not teach! J ) a hands-on workshop in which you’ll create mixed media artwork, using an exercise published in Cloth, Paper, Scissors magazine.

Participants will start with a blank canvas, then use written prompts to take their work outside the box.
$10 admission ($8 if you bring along a quart size or larger plastic baggie filled with “art goodies” to share—beads, buttons, twigs, assorted papers, fabric, yarn, string, paint, wire, sequins, etc. etc.).

Come join the fun! We’ll provide basic supplies and refreshments.

February 19, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Heavens to Besty Handicrafts
Loveland Artist Studios on Main
Register today! heavenstobetsyhandicrafts@gmail.com
513-807-3692

Saturday, January 2, 2010

Make a Quilt Kit Video Tutorial

Here are a few tips for making your quilt. Contact us if you have any questions or if you'd like to purchase a quilt kit for a special girl. heavenstobetsyhandicrafts@gmail.com.