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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Have you wondered what a serger can do for you? Are you afraid of a serger? These machines are incredibly versatile - and they don't bite, we promise! In this Intro to Sergers class, you will learn about the various stitches that a serger can create. Try before you buy!
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.
Freestanding lace is an embroidery technique where a design is stitched on wash away stabilizer. After stitching, the design is rinsed in water, which dissolves the stabilizer, and you are left with a thread-only project. In this class, you will stitch out a freestanding lace design on one of our machines. No prior experience with machine embroidery is necessary.
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.
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.
Join TQT for fun, inspiration and gift ideas. Demo Day consists of live demos, free patterns and a 15% discount on everything you can fit in a large TQT shopping bag. You must register in advance for Demo Day, and spaces are limited.
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.
This class will acquaint you with your new Baby Lock (except the Vibrant), Bernina (except the L8 series), Bernette, Janome or Brother serger from threading your machine to some of the basic stitches and their applications.
The Tourist Tote is our favorite bag! Perfect for weekend trips, guild meetings, work, the gym, a diaper bag - the uses are endless!
This class will acquaint you with your new Baby Lock, Bernina, bernette or Brother Cover Stitch machine from threading your machine to some of the basic stitches and their applications.
It is so easy to make your own custom patches with an embroidery machine! In this class, we will explain the stabilizers necessary and techniques for success. Class fee includes supplies to make a patch and use of a classroom embroidery machine. No previous embroidery experience necessary.
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.
This class will go through the basic functions of your Baby Lock or Brother embroidery machine as well as hooping, threads and stabilizers, positioning and stitching out a design.
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!
Did you recently purchase a new Brother or Baby Lock multi-needle embroidery machine? Feel overwhelmed or unsure of how to do something? Join Cyndee Hughes for an overview of multi-needle embroidery including threading, hooping, and an overview of the screens and controls of your machine.
Curious about Machine Embroidery and want to try it for yourself? Take this fun class and see just how fun and easy embroidery can be! No prior experience with machine embroidery is necessary.
This class will go through the basic functions of your Baby Lock or Brother embroidery machine as well as hooping, threads and stabilizers, positioning and stitching out a design.
Join us as we make Pillowcases for A New Direction - an agency that provides support, counseling, advocacy and education to individuals and families affected by domestic violence.
TQT is providing the fabric, patterns and use of store sewing machines and sergers for this event. You just need to bring your enthusiasm!
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
This class will acquaint you with your new Baby Lock Vibrant serger from threading your machine to some of the basic stitches and their applications.
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.
Whether you're new to embroidery or need a refresher, this lecture will help you navigate the world of stabilizers, technology and helpful tools to get the most out of your embroidery machine!
It is so easy to make your own custom patches with an embroidery machine! In this class, we will explain the stabilizers necessary and techniques for success. Class fee includes supplies to make a patch and use of a classroom embroidery machine. No previous embroidery experience necessary.
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 Janome machines, and includes the sewing features of combo machines.
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
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.
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 Baby Lock or Brother embroidery machine as well as hooping, threads and stabilizers, positioning and stitching out a design.
It is so easy to make your own custom patches with an embroidery machine! In this class, we will explain the stabilizers necessary and techniques for success. Class fee includes supplies to make a patch and use of a classroom embroidery machine. No previous embroidery experience necessary.
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
Join TQT for our Block of the Month for 2024. This one is Symphony and it features bright batiks from Banyan. TQT is running it as a 7-month program, and we will cover the 12 blocks for the first 6 months, then cover layout and borders in the final month.
And, the monthly meetings will be an opportunity to have some fun, and all attendees will get exclusive discounts on new products.
Space is limited for Symphony, so don’t wait to register!
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 us for this fun workshop to learn the Laura Heine collage technique with Certified instructor Linda Lambert! Together, we will make the Teeny Tiny Snowman (don't let the name fool you - the finished project is 16" x 20").
This is a non-sewing class, and is great for all kinds of crafters!
This class will go through the basic functions of your Baby Lock or Brother embroidery machine as well as hooping, threads and stabilizers, positioning and stitching out a design.
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
