The Quilter’s Trunk offers a range of Events & Classes. New Owner Guide and Mastery Classes are free if you purchased your machine at TQT.
Spaces for in-person events and classes are limited. Therefore, please register in advance for all events and classes, even those that are free.
All of our classes are for adults, age 18 and up, unless otherwise specified.
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What is TQT QTQ?
The Quilter’s Trunk Quilty Things Quarterly! It is a gathering of quilters, sewing enthusiasts and embroiderers who like to share ideas and be inspired!
Quilt-as-you-go is technique for creating quilt blocks where you piece and quilt your "quilt sandwich" all at the same time. It's a great technique for smaller projects such as placemats.
What is fusible applique? This workshop is all about technique! We will discuss how to manage curves and corners as well as basic machine applique stitches.
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Saturdays, May 4 & 11, 12:30pm-3:30pm
This class will go through the basic functions of your machine and cover bobbin winding, threading, and utility stitches along with troubleshooting and maintenance. Class is for Baby Lock, Brother and Janome machines in the Basic Range.
This class will go through the basic functions of your machine and cover bobbin winding, threading, and utility stitches along with troubleshooting and maintenance. Class is for Mid-line and Top of the Line Baby Lock and Brother machines, and includes the sewing features of combo machines.
Learn the amazing sewing features of your BERNINA sewing machine while you set up your machine to your very own specifications! The class will cover basic threading and maintenance as well as how to select, combine and sew utility and decorative stitches, make perfect buttonholes and various feet.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
Book Nerd is TQT's top selling pattern - for good reason! It is a delightful pattern that can be easily customized. Book Nerd is a foundation paper pieced pattern. In this Workshop, we will teach you what foundation piecing is, and give you tips and tricks for success.
The Tourist Tote is our favorite bag! Perfect for weekend trips, guild meetings, work, the gym, a diaper bag - the uses are endless!
Ready to expand your quilting knowledge? Skill Builder: Quilting 102 is an in-depth class that will guide students through strip-piecing, sashing, binding and more! You'll complete a lap quilt during 4 sessions. Each session is 3 hours long. Participants must have completed Skill Builder: Basic Quilting or have completed at least one quilted project.
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Wednesdays, June 12 & 19, 12:30pm-3:30pm
Quilt-as-you-go is technique for creating quilt blocks where you piece and quilt your "quilt sandwich" all at the same time. It's a great technique for smaller projects such as placemats.
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Wednesdays, July 10 & 17, 12:30pm-3:30pm
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
This class will go through the basic functions of your machine and cover bobbin winding, threading, and utility stitches along with troubleshooting and maintenance. Class is for Baby Lock, Brother and Janome machines in the Basic Range.
This class will go through the basic functions of your machine and cover bobbin winding, threading, and utility stitches along with troubleshooting and maintenance. Class is for Mid-line and Top of the Line Baby Lock and Brother machines, and includes the sewing features of combo machines.
Learn the amazing sewing features of your BERNINA sewing machine while you set up your machine to your very own specifications! The class will cover basic threading and maintenance as well as how to select, combine and sew utility and decorative stitches, make perfect buttonholes and various feet.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
The Tourist Tote is our favorite bag! Perfect for weekend trips, guild meetings, work, the gym, a diaper bag - the uses are endless!
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Fridays, April 5 & 12, 12:30pm-3:30pm
Ready to expand your quilting knowledge? Skill Builder: Quilting 102 is an in-depth class that will guide students through strip-piecing, sashing, binding and more! You'll complete a lap quilt during 4 sessions. Each session is 3 hours long. Participants must have completed Skill Builder: Basic Quilting or have completed at least one quilted project.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
String Quilting is a fun technique where strings (aka strips) of fabric of any size are sewn to a foundation paper. The blocks are then put together in various ways, creating truly unique projects. Precision cutting and sewing are not crucial, and string quilts are great stash busters. It is a technique that both new and experienced quilters can enjoy!
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Saturdays, March 16 & 23, 12:30pm-3:30pm
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Fridays, March 1 & 8, 9:00am-12:00pm
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Wednesdays, February 28 & March 6, 9:00am-12:00pm
Ready to expand your quilting knowledge? Skill Builder: Quilting 102 is an in-depth class that will guide students through strip-piecing, sashing, binding and more! You'll complete a lap quilt during 4 sessions. Each session is 3 hours long. Participants must have completed Skill Builder: Basic Quilting or have completed at least one quilted project.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal table runners throughout 2024! We will be using Modern Holiday Table Runners Volume 2 from Cluck Cluck Sew. At each of the classes you will master the blocks needed to complete the seasonal table runner. If you participated in the table runner classes in 2022, note that this uses a NEW set of projects from the same pattern designer.
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Fridays, January 5 & 12, 9:00am-12:00pm
String Quilting is a fun technique where strings (aka strips) of fabric of any size are sewn to a foundation paper. The blocks are then put together in various ways, creating truly unique projects. Precision cutting and sewing are not crucial, and string quilts are great stash busters. It is a technique that both new and experienced quilters can enjoy!
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal projects throughout 2023. During each of the 6 classes you will master the techniques needed to complete each project - from pillows to wall hangings! There is a $29 instruction fee for each class. You'll need to purchase the book once and there will be a kit fee for each project, payable at class.
November’s project is Patchwork Stockings
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Fridays, November 3 & 10, 9:00am-12:00pm
String Quilting is a fun technique where strings (aka strips) of fabric of any size are sewn to a foundation paper. The blocks are then put together in various ways, creating truly unique projects. Precision cutting and sewing are not crucial, and string quilts are great stash busters. It is a technique that both new and experienced quilters can enjoy!
Ready to expand your quilting knowledge? Skill Builder: Quilting 102 is an in-depth class that will guide students through strip-piecing, sashing, binding and more! You'll complete a lap quilt during 4 sessions. Each session is 3 hours long. Participants must have completed Skill Builder: Basic Quilting or have completed at least one quilted project.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal projects throughout 2023. During each of the 6 classes you will master the techniques needed to complete each project - from pillows to wall hangings! There is a $29 instruction fee for each class. You'll need to purchase the book once and there will be a kit fee for each project, payable at class.
September’s project is the Give Thanks Table Runner
In this course you will learn to master your BERNINA Embroidery machine. You will learn everything you need to successfully embroider with your machine, including setting up your machine for embroidery, customizing your machine?s settings, navigating your embroidery screens, adding lettering, editing your designs, placing designs, changing thread colors and more. Includes all Bernina combo or embroidery only machines.
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Saturdays, September 16 & 23, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Learn the amazing sewing features of your BERNINA sewing machine while you set up your machine to your very own specifications! The class will cover basic threading and maintenance as well as how to select, combine and sew utility and decorative stitches, make perfect buttonholes and various feet.
Book Nerd is TQT's top selling pattern - for good reason! It is a delightful pattern that can be easily customized. Book Nerd is a foundation paper pieced pattern. In this Workshop, we will teach you what foundation piecing is, and give you tips and tricks for success.
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Fridays, August 11 & 18, 9am-12pm
Quilt-as-you-go is technique for creating quilt blocks where you piece and quilt your "quilt sandwich" all at the same time. It's a great technique for smaller projects such as placemats.
Ready to expand your quilting knowledge? Skill Builder: Quilting 102 is an in-depth class that will guide students through strip-piecing, sashing, binding and more! You'll complete a lap quilt during 4 sessions. Each session is 3 hours long. Participants must have completed Skill Builder: Basic Quilting or have completed at least one quilted project.
Join Debbie for making fun seasonal projects throughout 2023. During each of the 6 classes you will master the techniques needed to complete each project - from pillows to wall hangings! There is a $29 instruction fee for each class. You'll need to purchase the book once and there will be a kit fee for each project, payable at class.
July’s project is the Trick or Treat Bucket
In this 2-part class you'll learn basic quilt piecing and finishing terminology and techniques.
Class meets on 2 consecutive Thursdays, June 1 & 8, 9am-12pm
Learn the amazing sewing features of your BERNINA sewing machine while you set up your machine to your very own specifications! The class will cover basic threading and maintenance as well as how to select, combine and sew utility and decorative stitches, make perfect buttonholes and various feet.
In this course you will learn to master your BERNINA Embroidery machine. You will learn everything you need to successfully embroider with your machine, including setting up your machine for embroidery, customizing your machine?s settings, navigating your embroidery screens, adding lettering, editing your designs, placing designs, changing thread colors and more. Includes all Bernina combo or embroidery only machines.
