Chris Tibbetts is a trained and experienced teacher (M.Ed., M.A.) who has taught a variety of disciplines to students of many age groups. Currently, she is employed full-time by Mitchell Community College as an English instructor. Out of a desire to share her love of the art of quilting, Chris also teaches quilting on occasion. She has recently relocated to Mooresville from Asheville, where she worked as Chairperson of the English Department for the local community college and also taught classes for several quilting shops on the side. Chris loves to introduce beginners to the joy of color and design, and is very patient with sewing newbies. Her goal for her quilting students is that quilting should be fun and not stressful. She helps her students quiet their “inner critic” to enjoy the process of learning new sewing skills to express their own creativity through the medium of fabric. Chris will be teaching our new class for beginners (no sewing experience), "First Time Quiltmaking".
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Employment Opportunities
Full Time Sewing Machine Sales
Quilters Loft is seeking a full time Sewing Machine Sales Associate. The position requires a candidate who can work independently, flexible, exceptional customer service, and have a basic knowledge of sales. Sewing, embroidery computer software skills, and knowlege of Pfaff Sewing Machines and marketing a plus!
Additional position requirements:
Ability to work Tues to Sat
Ability to lift 30 - 50 pounds or more
Excellent math skills
Knowledge of Microsoft windows
Send resume to Quilters Loft Company, 188 N Main St, Suite B, Mooresville, NC 28115
Pfaff Creative 2170
Just imagine...that there is a sewing machine that not only sews to perfection but also creates amazing embroideries – large, in bright colors, and breathtakingly beautiful. Design unique embroideries and create your own fashions and home decorations that show off your personal style. Turn your ideas into reality, revel in fabrics and colors, and create your own unique look.
Creative 2170 Stitches!
Unlimited possibilities! Your sewing options are endless with the Pfaff creative 2170. Choose from among 9 mm stitches, Maxi stitches, Antique Embroidery stitches, unique Antique Quilt stitches, and several built-in alphabets to create your own projects. UNIQUE and ONLY from Pfaff!
Create embroideries of unlimited size with Precise Positioning!
Now it is easier than ever to create embroideries of unlimited size! You don't have to use templates and copy the outline of the design on your fabric to connect your designs after rehooping. When using your Pfaff creative 2170, just rehoop your fabric, activate the Precise Positioning function and direct the needle to the correct position by pointing to the design on the screen. Then move the design on the screen until it's positioned where you want it in the hoop. It's that easy! Each design will be positioned exactly and you can create embroideries of unlimited size.
Learn what it means to have modern technology to support your imagination.
Special Financing.......... for the first time ever Pfaff is offering 24 months, no interest (0%), with minimum monthly payments through March.
Shopping Spree........this month the $1,000 shopping spree is back. When you purchase the Creative 2170, you will be able to spend your $1,000 shopping spree on any Pfaff branded products. Spend it towards the 4D software, hoops, and accessories.
Free Gift with purchase........ beautiful tapestry sewing luggage set for your new Creative 2170, while supplies last, as quantities are limited.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Pfaff Creative Vision
Precise Positioning.......... is the easiest, most accurate means of connecting sections of large embroidery creations.
A huge selection of high quality 9 MM stitches will inspire new ideas. There are about 500 built in embroidery designs. You 've never experienced anything like it before!!!
It is spacious..........the most generous sewing space, the longest free arm and the largest embroidery area of all time is waiting for you. The free arm is larger than the Grandquilter! Wait til you see the built in maxi quilting stitches.
Bright ...........The perfectly illuminated sewing space, the brillant sewing HD Screen and the three dimensional views of designs, shapes and colors will fascinate you.
Experience the Pfaff Creative Vision live by going to http://www.pfaff.com/ . Once you experience it, you will dream of nothing else. After all you do for everyone else, it's time to do something for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Creative Vision will take your sewing, quilting and embroidery to a whole new level. These machines are in high demand, short supply, and we have them in stock. You don't have to wait for yours!
Special Financing.......... for the first time ever Pfaff is offering 36 months, no interest (0%), with minimum monthly payments through March. Just think - for about two Starbucks a day this machine could be yours! What can you give up to get the machine of your dreams! Sarah is thinking M & M's.
Shopping Spree........this month the $1,000 shopping spree is back. When you purchase the Creative Vision, you will be able to spend your $1,000 shopping spree on any Pfaff branded products. Spend it towards the 4D software, hoops, and accessories.
Free Gift with purchase........ beautiful sewing luggage set for your new Creative Vision, available for a limited time.
Clubs! Clubs! Clubs!
Saturday Sampler
First Saturday at 9 a.m.
Historic Club
Second Saturday at 10 a.m.
Thimbleberries
Fourth Saturday at 10 a.m.
Bohemian Bouquet Block of the Month
This year, we are offering a new Block of the Month program called "Bohemian Bouquet" by Susan Brubaker Knapp. It is a mystery applique you can do either by needleturn applique, or by fusing and satin stitching. Blocks 1 and 2 are now available either as patterns or kits with all the fabrics you need.
Blocks 1 and 2 are available now; Block 3 will be available March 15. There are 11 blocks in this series; additional blocks will be released on the 15th of each month through November 2008.
Kit price: $19.95
Pattern only: $5
Come see us at the Charlotte Quilters Guild Quilt Show
Quilters Loft is the primary sponsor of the Charlotte Quilters Guild 2008 Quilt Show, "Zing Goes Our Heartstrings." It will take place April 11-13 at the Fletcher School, 8500 Sardis Road in Charlotte. The hours are Friday and Saturday 9 to 5, Sunday 12 to 4.
We've donated the Pfaff Hobby 1200 Grand Quilter to the guild so they can raise money for special projects. You can purchase tickets at the show for $5.
We'll also have the new Creative Vision, and lots of new fabrics and notions. Come and say hello!
Sunday, March 9, 2008
Summer Sewing Kids Camp
This is our fourth year to offer a Kids Sewing Camp where each student will take home their new Pfaff Hobby 1132 sewing machine. The classes will be taught by Sarah Brandt. She has been teaching our children's classes for the past couple of years.
Each student will learn how to use their machine, including the decorative stitches and cleaning/maintenance. There will be two sessions, (maybe three if there is enough interest), with a maximum of six students in each session. We supply all supplies needed and snacks. Student should pack a lunch.
This year, for the first time, we will be offering a “For Boys Only” Summer Sewing Camp and the projects will be just for them. Boys have a great time in our Kids Sewing Camp. We have had many boys in our camps over the years and they enjoy making things with the sewing machine as much as the girls do.
We recommend early sign-up for classes. Class fees must be paid to ensure a spot in the class. Classes are limited to 6 students each. This ensures that each student will have enough attention to make their sewing experience the best!
We may add addition sessions depending on the interest for our sewing camps. Please let us know if there are any other interests in Summer Sewing. We are considering another Summer Garment Class, and/or a home decor class and we would like to know if there is any interest. We look forward to hearing from you!
Level One Kids Sewing Camp $400 (includes machine & supplies)
Level One is structured for kids ages 8 and older. Quilters Loft reserves the right to evaluate each child for camp. Class fee includes all instructions, sewing machine and supplies. For health reasons, children need to bring scissors that are appropriate for their age, one to cut threads and one for paper. Each student will be responsible for putting their name on everything they bring to class.
Level 1 Sewing Camp Dates:
Tuesday June 24 to Friday June 27 (Girls Only)
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Tues July 8 to Fri July 11 (Boys Only)
10:30am to 2:30pm
Each day will bring a new project and finishing of previous projects, time permitting:
Day One: Basic sewing machine instructions , Chenille Pillow
Day Two: Journal or notebook cover
Day Three: Pajama bottoms in a homespun fabric of their choice
Day Four: Pillow Buddy (pillowcase) from novelty fabrics (choosing from pre-make kits). This will also be a time to finish their pajamas if they have not completed them.
We reserve the right to change projects for the Level One Kids Camp depending on the skill level of our participants.
Kids Camp for Returning Students: First Time Quilt-making
$250 includes all supplies
Tuesday June 17 to Friday June 20 (Open to Girls and Boys)
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Our returning students from previous Kids Camp will make a rail fence quilt. Each student will select their own fabrics. This class will teach them how to use a rotary cutter, rulers and other tools to make their quilt. They will learn to sew the blocks, placement and how to quilt and attach binding to their quilt. All supples will be provided in the price of the class, except basic sewing supplies that they already have from previous classes. Students will need to bring their lunch and basic sewing supplies that are not provided in class.
This class is open to students who have already attended our Kids Camps in previous years and are still sewing, and are comfortable with their sewing machine. We may consider students who have not been in our classes, and can pass a sewing test to see if they are ready for this class. Students must be at least 8 years old, have a machine they are familiar with and in excellent working condition. Students will be required to bring their machine with them for their test.
We do suggest that all machines for returning students, have their annual maintenance. Our regular fee for this service is $89, but we will clean our Kids Camp machines for $39. All machines require an annual maintenance by a service tech to keep them in top condition. Please schedule your appointment early so the machines are ready for camp.
Class Schedule
Class schedule Updated April 3, 2008
All About Bindings
Instructor: Grace Howes
Price $ 40
Saturday May 24, 12noon to 4pm
Learn all the basics for making that perfect binding. Grace will walk you throught all the techniques while you make a sample that you can keep for reference. After this class you will be able to bind any quilt.
Beginning Machine Quilting
Instructor: Susan Knapp
Price: $40
Tuesday, April 8, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Learn the basics of beginning machine quilting to help you finish all those quilt tops you have stored up. You will need a machine in good working order, the ability to drop your feed dogs, and a free-motion quilting/embroidery foot. We can loan you a machine if you do not think yours will work for this class.
Beginning Hand Piecing
Instructor: Linda Bryant
Thursday April 8, & 15, 6-9 p.m. (2 Sessions)
Learn the art of hand piecing. Linda will walk you through all the fun techniques while you make a 4 block wallhanging. The blocks are not too small so its a great way to learn a new technique. Its a perfect project for traveling or just sitting for some quiet time.
Let’s Make Flowers
Instructor: Linda Bryant
Price: $30
Thursday April 3, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. OR Thursday April 10, 6-9 p.m.
This is a technique class to make beautiful flowers to decorate your quilt, wall hanging, pillow or whatever you want to decorate. You will learn to make the following flowers - yoyo flowers, bluebells, layered roses, folded buds, gathered buds, gathered blossoms, and gathered flowers (ruching).
French Braid Tablerunner
Instructor: Linda Bryant
Price: $40
Friday April 18, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Learn a great easy way to make a stunning table runner. The table runner uses a combination of log cabin and a log cabin with cornerstones design. When finished, the students will be able to use this technique to make several variations of the basic design as well as larger and smaller quilts.
Paper Piecing
Instructor: Nancy Hertel
Price: $30
Saturday April 12, 2-4 p.m.
This is a technique class. Nancy will walk you through all the techniques that you need to know to make your block. You will make one in class. You can then make more for a wall hanging or a whole quilt. Sample of the block is in class.
Creative Surface Design
Instructor: Susan Knapp
Price: $40
Saturday April 19 OR Saturday May 3, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Do you want to learn more about some of the exciting new materials you can use in or on your quilts? Come and play with Lumiere and Dye-na-flow fabric paints, Shiva paintsticks, Angelina fibers, Tyvek and a few other surprises. Susan provides all the supplies for a $10 kit fee (payable to the teacher at the start of class). This is a fun, low stress way to try some new things. This is a popular class; early paid sign-up is recommended as it fills up fast.
Longarm Basics
Instructor: Judy Whitehead
Price: $25
Saturday, April 26, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Here's your chance to learn helpful tips and techniques a professional longarm quilter, Judy Whitehead. This is a lecture and demo class using our GrandQuilter and frame. Sign up early as this is a popular class and our space is limited. No one has been disappointed in this class and you will learn so much!
Hand Quilting
Instructor: Linda Bryant
April 29, 6-9 p.m.
Linda will walk you through all the basics of hand quilting. You will make a preprinted wallhanging. Preprinted panels are sold in the shop
Jinny Beyers Borders Quilt
Instructor: Linda Bryant
Price: $60 for 2 sessions
May 8 & 22, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. ( 2 sessions )
Jinny Beyer makes some wonderful border prints, but do you know how to use them in a quilt block? Linda will walk you through all the techniques to make a beautiful quilt using one of Jinny Beyers border prints. Check out the beautiful quilt in the shop.
Bargello in the Round
Instructor: Linda Bryant
Price: $60 (for 2 sessions)
Wednesday May 21 & June 4, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (2 sessions)
If you've always been interested in making a bargello quilt, this class will help you go one step further creating a beautiful round bargello quilt. Students will gain experience in color selection and use of the ten degree wedge ruler. We have a picture in the shop, and the sample is currently being made.
First Time Quiltmaking
Instructor: Chris Tibbitts
Price: $75
May 29, June 5,12,19,26, July 3, 17
This class is open to those who are new to sewing and quilting. No experience is needed for this class. Sewing machines will be provided for the class. You will learn the basics in this class while making a quilt. There will be homework. This class is based on the book "First Time Quiltmaking" and the book is required. If you do not currently own a machine, you will be able to come in during studio times to work on your homework. Studio sessions will be set after the first class.
