Pictured is an example of one of her many Little Beauties. 
Yours will look like your own!

Connie Lehman from near Denver, Colorado will be holding an all-day workshop at St Theresa Textile Trove.  She holds a powerhouse of information, and much of her work is inspired by the Tarot.  Her class will inspire you to take a journey of discovery through the creation of a Little Beautie, a small doll of your very own.

Registration is complete when it is paid in full.  No refunds will be issued after May 20!  Please call us if you have any other questions.

Fabric Portfolio
  

Sunday, May 18, 12noon-3pm
Tuesday June 3, 6pm-9pm
Class size:  3-5
Instructor: Terry Owen
Cost: $35

Be the envy of your class, office or craft group!  Keep your notes and pen in a handmade fashionable portfolio, made with fabric that you will choose.  Sample is in the store if you want to see it before you register, but register soon!  Lots of folks have shown interest in this class. Above example was made with Terrie Mangat's Buddha Party fabric from Free Spirit!

Supplies:

~For small portfolio -- 2 fat quarters (contrasting or complementary) and 1/3 yard of the Stitch'N' Shape
~For large portfolio -- 2/3 of a yard for the outside, 1 fat quarter for the inside lining.  2/3 yard of Stitch'N' Shape
~Matching and contrasting thread
~sewing machine that the you are familiar with and know how to use
~basic sewing tools (shears, pins, needle, seam ripper, etc)
~rotary cutter, 24" ruler and mat


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Beading Classes

Polymer Clay Bead-making for Beginners (and Re-Visitors!)
(Single Session)
NEW DATE:  Sunday April 20
12pm-4pm
Class size: 2-5
$55
Instructor: Amy E Wallace (a.k.a. Ovenfried Beads)

Make your own handmade polymer clay beads using several techniques.  12-year p.c.vet Amy will teach this 4-hour energetic workshop in a completely hands-on environment.  All tools and Sculpey III polymer clay will be provided, but you may bring your own.  Safety will be covered and books will be on-hand for inspiration. You will leave with your own beads that you make in the class. The techniques used in this class can also be used in other non-jewelry polymer clay projects.


Amy E Wallace
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Polymer Clay Beadmaking (Part 2)
(Single Session)
Sunday, May 4
12pm-4pm
Class size: 2-5
$55
Instructor: Amy E Wallace (a.k.a. Ovenfried Beads)

This class is a follow-up to the beginning beadmaking class listed above.  It’s ideal for those who have played with the clay but would like to learn some new and different techniques.  Clay extrusion, mirror-imaging, and some complex cane-building will be covered.  Bring your questions, some of your leftover canes and your favorite tools and expand your own personal style in polymer clay.  There is a lot of time for experimentation as well, as this class is not as structured as the beginning class, but also relies more on the students' imagination for guidance.  A basic understanding of simple canebuilding is required so that the student can go to the ‘next step’.  Clay will be available, but it’s recommended that the students bring their own preferred brand and colors.  Pasta machines will be provided. (Sorry, Amy does not teach face or flower canes, but she can help you figure out how!)

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Open Beading Night
(Single Session)
Wednesday, March 12 or May 14, 
Thursday, April 17
6pm-9pm
FREE
Instructor: Becky Hancock

Come bead with me!  Bring unfinished projects, learn tips and tricks, get help and talk beads!
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Becky Hancock

Bodacious Bracelet (a.k.a. “Cha-Cha bracelet)
(Single Session)
Wednesday,  April 23 OR
Tuesday, March 18
6pm-9:30pm
$45
Instructor: Becky Hancock

Make a spectacular "cha-cha" bracelet….we call it simply the “Bodacious”.  Learn how to make ‘bead kabobs’, turn a loop and wire wrap the headpins on a flexible bracelet form.  All materials included, but you may bring or purchase extra special beads to really make it uniquely your design.

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Memory Wire Bracelet Class
(Single Session)
Tuesday, March 11 or May 13
6pm-8pm
$15
Instructor: Becky Hancock 

Make bracelets from memory wire...finish with dangles on ends.  All materials included..
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Shelley Lindsey

Introduction to Bead Embroidery
(Single Session)
Re-scheduled to Sunday, March 30, 2pm-6pm
Instructor: Shelley A. Lindsey
Class size: 4-8
Cost: $25

Bead Embroidery is simple technique that has spectacular results.  It is also a creative way to reduce bead stash guilt. In this class students will create a brooch pin (that could become a necklace) around a focal stone cabochon or word charm.  Students will learn basic bead embroidery stitches, and finishing techniques.  Additional applications will of this techniques to bracelets, necklaces, etc. will also be discussed.  St Theresa's has a very large selection of seed beads and small beads that can be used in this class.

a.       Stiff Stuff*
b.      #10 Sharps beading needle
c.       Ultra suede *
d.      #11 seed beads, bugle beads,
e.       Pin back
f.        Beading Thread (size b nymo, s-lon, sonoko recommended)
g.       Small cabochon or other bead with a flat surface)
h.       Word Charm*
* Provided by instructor
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Becky Hancock

Multi-Strand Knotted Necklace
(Single Session)
Tuesday, February 19 or April 1
6pm-9pm
Instructor: Becky Hancock
Cost: $25

Make a fun and fabulous necklace by knotting strands of waxed linen with beads.  Finish off with a "cone" type ending and clasp.  Class fee includes all materials.
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Becky Hancock

Beaded Wool Bead Necklace and Earring Set
(Single Session)
Tuesday, March 4 or April 29
6pm-9pm
Instructor: Becky Hancock
Cost: $35

Make a necklace with a combination of glass beads and Tibetan wool beads, which you will embellish with small and seed beads.  All materials are included in the cost of this class.
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Beginning Beading
(Single Session)
Tuesday, February 26, April 15, May 6
6pm-9pm
Instructor: Becky Hancock
Cost: $25

Learn to string and finish a beaded necklace using the crimp bead method; make a drop style earring and bracelet (if time allows).  All materials are supplied.   

African Fast Patch Quilt- quilt top only class
(Single Session)
Saturday, March 8
9am-1pm
Instructor: Terry Owen
Class size: 3-6
Price: $45

In four hours you will get started on a quilt top for a wall hanging or baby quilt using simple rotary cutting techniques and your sewing machine.  No pattern necessary.  Basic knowledge of how to use a sewing machine is necessary, minimal sewing skills are required.  The end result looks more complicated that it actually is to complete.   

Supplies needed.....please purchase fabric before class so that class time is spent making, not choosing:

~ (12) 12” squares of assorted, coordinated African cotton prints or any woven cotton, 6 of light values, 6 of darker values*
~ ˝ yard coordinating fabric for border
~ Thread
~ Rotary cutter and mat
~ Sewing machine
~ Basic sewing supplies

 To finish the quilt you will also need:

~ 1-1/2 yards fabric for backing and binding
~ 1-1/2 yard cotton batting

 *if quilt will be used as a baby quilt and not a wall hanging, the fabric should be pre-washed and pressed before sewing.
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created by Amy Wallace

Simple Mini-Quilt Wall Hanging for Beginners
(Two Sessions)
Thursday, March 27 and April 3 (2 parts to the class) - New Dates Added!!
6pm-8pm
Instructor: Gay Volz
Class Size: 3-5
Price: $35

So you know how to use your sewing machine but you just don't know where to start when it comes to creating your first quilt.  This class will teach you the fundamentals in machine piecing, making the quilt "sandwich", adding a border and creating the binding.  Students will make a 16"x16" finished wall hanging using a simple grid design, as seen in the photo. 

The first class will be dedicated to piecing the grid and starting on the quilting.  The second class will be dedicated to adding a border and a binding.  Skills learned in this class can be applied toward future quilting endeavors!  You will have a chance to work on your square between the classes in case you want to get adventurous and expand on the design.

Supplies needed:

--Sewing machine
--4 different fat quarters (available in-store)

If you have it, bring:
--rotary cutter and mat
--basic sewing supplies: scissors, thread
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Rag Quilt Class
Thursday, March 26 and April 2 (2 sessions), 6pm-8pm each evening
Instructor: Gay Volz
Cost: $35

This class will teach you how to make a two-sided quilt with fluffy exposed seams.   Examples seen above show both sides of the same piece.  Size of finished piece is up to you.  Bring your own sewing machine if you have one.  If not, we have an extra machine at the store.  3 spots are available.  We have plenty of fabric for you to choose from the day of your class....come a little early to decide what to use.

Supplies needed:

--Sewing machine

If you have it, bring:

--rotary cutter and mat
--basic sewing supplies: scissors, thread

Fiber Arts Classes

  
both images are of work by Cathy Jeffers and cover a 8.5"x11" area

(Description is straight from the instructor.  I didn’t want to miss anything by putting it in paragraph form.)

Use Architectural Inspirations/Geometric Shapes for Art Quilting  (Experiences to finished Sample Quilt)

 Part 1
~ Make the fabric you need for the Art Quilt during the morning session (allow 1.5 hours) 
~ Lecture and showing examples 20 min.
~ Learn about layering, painting on, stenciling on, staining on fabric
~ Use decorative threads, Angelina (R), toule, organza (sp) and similar fabrics (Mixed Media)
~ Clean Up (Nothing Messy after this!)
~ Brown Bag Lunch Break @12:30   (30 min.) 

Part 2
~ Learn about fusing, layering, rotary cutting, sewing, hand embellishments (allow 2.5 hours)
~ Students will use the fabric they constructed in the morning session in the afternoon.

Supplies: 

--Min. 2 fat quarters 1 solid. 1 color print (all available at the shop)
--cotton batting or flannel
--Sewing Machine (Optional) The instructor will bring one for class to use*. 

Teacher will supply:

--Masking tape
--Freezer paper 
--Angelina(R) or metallic if you have it
--Acrylic paint (only 1-4 colors)- brushes, brayer (think print-making)
--canvas or duck cloth cut into 12" squares
--flannel, tolle, metallic, gauze or textural cloth
--Sewing kit- bring what you have and we will share- pins, needles, rotary cutter, mat, thread, -------sewing machine optional, sewing and paper scissors….some of these are also available in the store.

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Embellished Wool Purse
(Single Session)
Tuesday, February 12
6pm-9pm
Instructor: Becky Hancock
Cost: $45

You will embellish a Tibetan wool felted purse using beading, be-dazzling, applique' and wool punching techniques.  Go home with a one-of-a-kind bag!

All supplies are included in the cost.

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Mojinator Muse Doll
(Single Session)
Thursday, February 21
Tuesday, March 25, May 20
6pm-9pm
Instructor: Becky Hancock
Cost: $25

Make a little "muse" doll to inspire and keep your Mojo flowing for all your crafty projects!  Guaranteed to Mojinate!