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9/21 Fall Retreat 2
- Sep 21, 2023 12:00 pm

Would you like to quilt among the beautiful fall colors? Grab your unfinished projects (or start a new one) and enjoy 4 days of uninterrupted sewing on the shores of Owasco Lake. Bethany House lodging offers the quilter ample sewing space and sleeping accommodations. Delicious meals are provided in the Dining Room just a few steps across the driveway. Led by our very own "Quilt Mom" Doreen Hares, you will be sure to have lots of fun!

Cost: $ 285.00
This is a technique and skill practice class for beginners that will get you started on doing your own top quilting on your domestic machine. You will learn about texture and how to use your walking foot and free motion foot to create designs that will enhance your quilts and other projects. There is no project at the end but with practice you will soon be top quilting like a pro!

Cost: $ 40.00
Youth + One Quilt As You Go Placemat
- Sep 23, 2023 01:00 pm

Using 2 ?? strips, create a unique placemat for your table😊 This class will teach you how to sew and quilt all at the same time. You can make a placemat or go crazy and make a table runner!

Cost: $ 25.00
It's all about the table...let's embroider a Happy Birthday Table Topper/Runner! There are 4 blocks in the design collection from Sweet Pea. We will talk about different options to complete the applique designs and make your project fun from variegated thread to OESD Sparkle Vinyl! Based on the design stitch out times, we will make as many as we can get through in three hours.

Cost: $ 30.00
Fiore Skirt with Lauren Dowd
- Sep 26, 2023 10:00 am

Part of the Rome Collection from Closet Core Patterns, the Fiore Skirt is a chic, high waisted A-line skirt with just the right amount of flare and volume. A beginner friendly pattern with multiple variations, this elevated basic skirt has tons of outfit potentials.

Cost: $ 35.00
Beginning Ruler Work with Sue Treadwell
- Sep 26, 2023 04:00 pm

This is a technique and skill practice class for beginners who bought all those nice rulers and don't know how to get started. Don't lose hope! You will learn how to use those rulers to create quilting designs and borders on your domestic machine so that your projects will finally get done:)

Cost: $ 40.00
The Book Club
- Sep 27, 2023 01:00 pm

Sometimes I am torn between sitting in my favorite chair and escaping into a good book or heading to my sewing room and tackling a new project. Well, I decided that it would be fun to start a book club here at Finger Lakes Fabrics and tie it in with a sewing project. Once a month we will pick a book to enjoy and share. At the end of each meeting we will all receive directions for a quilt block swap for the next meeting. In no time we will have enough blocks to put together our own Book Club Quilt!!!

Cost: $ FREE
Would you like to quilt among the beautiful fall colors? Grab your unfinished projects (or start a new one) and enjoy 4 days of uninterrupted sewing on the shores of Owasco Lake. Bethany House lodging offers the quilter ample sewing space and sleeping accommodations. Delicious meals are provided in the Dining Room just a few steps across the driveway. Led by our very own ?Quilt Mom? Doreen Hares, you will be sure to have lots of fun!

Cost: $ 285.00
Would you like to quilt among the beautiful fall colors? Grab your unfinished projects (or start a new one) and enjoy 4 days of uninterrupted sewing on the shores of Owasco Lake. Bethany House lodging offers the quilter ample sewing space and sleeping accommodations. Delicious meals are provided in the Dining Room just a few steps across the driveway. Led by our very own ?Quilt Mom? Doreen Hares, you will be sure to have lots of fun!

Cost: $ 175.00
Bernina Mastery 2
- Sep 29, 2023 01:00 pm

Intermediate - Follow up to the Mastery 1 class, this class will cover Screens, Navigation and decorative stitches. Learn about the creative options available through the information menu, memory options and creating stitch combinations. There is no charge for this class if you purchased your machine from Fingerlakes Fabrics. If you purchased from another dealer, the cost is $50.

Cost: $ 50.00
Scrap Buster with the Creekside Quilter
- Sep 30, 2023 10:00 am

Scrap Buster is a great quilt for using up all those scraps and we know you have scraps! Join the "Creekside Quilter" Sherri Lasky as she guides you through this quilt using your scraps and a bit of improv quilting!

Cost: $ 30.00
Beginning Knitting with Toni Toland
- Oct 03, 2023 05:00 pm

Interested in learning how to knit? Join Toni as she gets you started on an easy hat pattern from Lovecrafts.com. The pattern is a free PDF download called "Fast Easy DK Hat".

Cost: $ 15.00
Quilt Show
- Oct 06, 2023 10:00 am

Fingerlakes Fabrics will be hosting a Quilt Show on Friday, October 6th and Saturday, October 7th featuring works from the Marcellus Modern Quilt Group along with projects from our English Paper Piecing Group and Woolie Ladies Group. We are constantly amazed by this talented group and enjoy seeing their works in progress. Stop by anytime during those two day be prepared to be inspired by the creativity, imagination and talent of these wonderful groups.

Cost: $ FREE
Hollow Cube
- Oct 10, 2023 11:00 am

Jackie O'Brien is back! Add the illusion that light is shining on your quilt from the direction you choose by adding Hollow Cube 60's. These cubes can be made in 16 sizes and you can choose what size cubes you want to make. These make a great element to add to any quilt!

Cost: $ 40.00
Beginning Quilting with Kathy
- Oct 10, 2023 05:00 pm

Are you new to quilting or just need a refresher course on the basics? This 4 part class will cover the basics of quilting from the proper tools, rotary cutting, piecing, quilting and binding.

Cost: $ 100.00
The Lexi Bag is one of my favorites. It is 9" wide by 2 1/2" deep. It has an outside zipper pocket, and an outside open pocket. The inside has pockets on both sides. There are lots of ways to adjust this pattern with coordinating fabrics differently, changing the pockets inside, etc. Please see class preparation cutting instructions - if you do these before the class there should be enough time to finish the bag in the class. Bring all of your scrap fabric with you and I will show you some creative ways to use that up on accessories for your new bag!

Cost: $ 35.00
Friday Frenzy
- Oct 13, 2023 04:00 pm

Looking for a Friday night out? Need a little help with a project or motivation to start one? Or, do you just want to sew with a group of friends? Come to our Friday Frenzy the second Friday of each month and enjoy the company of fellow sewists and yummy snacks!

Cost: $ 5.00
Landscape Class - Sharon Bottle Souva
- Oct 14, 2023 10:00 am

By breaking down an inspirational photo or picture to its basic design elements, you will use fused applique to create unique works of art. Quilts are made in a collage method on a quilted background. Machine quilting completes and enhances the design elements.

Cost: $ 85.00
Quilted Ornaments with Marie Halko
- Oct 14, 2023 10:00 am

Join Marie as she introduces you to the world of "no-sew" Christmas ornaments. These quilted ornaments are beautiful and don't take any sewing skill! Just fold fabric and pin and away you go!

Cost: $ 25.00
Haralson Bag by Noodlehead Patterns
- Oct 21, 2023 10:00 am

A belt bag that?s perfect for everyday use. Compact and easy to wear across the front or back of body. Great bag for travel and security. Multiple flap hardware closure options for maximum versatility. The back zippered pocket is perfect for your phone, with a spacious interior with zippered pocket inside!

Cost: $ 40.00
Memory Bears
- Oct 21, 2023 12:00 pm

Save memories by turning your clothes into memory bears. These teddy bears are made from sentimental items such as loved one's clothing. These bears are a special way to keep a memory alive:)

Cost: $ 60.00
Clam Up Bag with Mandy Applebee
- Oct 28, 2023 10:00 am

Get started on those gifts! The Clam Up bag is a zippered pouch that comes in 5 sizes! Perfect for storing and carrying makeup, sewing supplies, tech gear, and more. You may quilt the fabric or leave it unquilted and add optional iron-on vinyl laminate for a wipe clean interior. Double slide zippers and handy grab tabs make the bags easy to open wide; attached side panels prevent contents from falling out. An optional strap with swivel hook may be added. When empty, the bags nest to save space!

Cost: $ 20.00
It's never to early to get a jump on your holiday gifts! This class will cover the basics of making a lined Christmas Stocking - perfect for gift giving.

Cost: $ 25.00
Memory Quilt
- Nov 04, 2023 11:00 am

A Memory Quilt is a collection of special clothing items pieced together to celebrate important milestones, special events, or the life of a loved one. Join Wenda Coburn in this two-day class as she guides you through the construction of your own Memory Quilt.

Cost: $ 85.00
Bernina Mastery 1 - November
- Nov 10, 2023 01:00 pm

This class covers machine basics for the 4, 5, and 7 series. We will cover machine set up, cleaning, troubleshooting and machine customization. There is no charge for this class if you purchased your machine from Fingerlakes Fabrics. If you purchased from another dealer, the cost is $50.

Cost: $ FREE
Bargello Table Runner with Judy
- Nov 11, 2023 10:00 am

Bargello quilts are created by sewing long strips of fabric together to create the appearance of movement. Join Judy as she takes the mystery out of bargello quilts and create your own bargello masterpiece!

Cost: $ 40.00
Bernina Mastery 2 - November
- Nov 17, 2023 01:00 pm

Intermediate - Follow up to the Mastery 1 class, this class will cover Screens, Navigation and decorative stitches. Learn about the creative options available through the information menu, memory options and creating stitch combinations. There is no charge for this class if you purchased your machine from Fingerlakes Fabrics. If you purchased from another dealer, the cost is $50.

Cost: $ 50.00
For the Love of the Winter Tree
- Nov 18, 2023 10:00 am

Who doesn?t love trees? They are a constant in our world, providing beauty, oxygen and shelter. In this workshop, participants will be guided as they make their own images of these magnificent plants. Winter time allows us to view the design of the bare branches. This class includes working on several types of trees seen in distant landscapes as well as one tree in the foreground. All the work is done with thread painting, fusing and free motion quilting.

Cost: $ 85.00
Skandinavian Fabric Stars
- Nov 18, 2023 10:00 am

This is a quick, easy no-sew project just in time for the holidays. Choose 4 fabrics that you like and create your own unique Scandinavian Star!

Cost: $ 20.00
What better way to spend a cold winter weekend? Grab your unfinished projects (or start a new one) and enjoy 4 days of uninterrupted sewing on the shores of Owasco Lake. Bethany House lodging offers the quilter ample sewing space and sleeping accommodations. Delicious meals are provided in the Dining Room just a few steps across the driveway. Led by our very own "Quilt Mom" Doreen Hares, you will be sure to have lots of fun!

Cost: $ 285.00
What better way to enjoy the winter weather? Grab your unfinished projects (or start a new one) and enjoy 4 days of uninterrupted sewing on the shores of Owasco Lake. Bethany House lodging offers the quilter ample sewing space and sleeping accommodations. Delicious meals are provided in the Dining Room just a few steps across the driveway. Led by our very own ?Quilt Mom? Doreen Hares, you will be sure to have lots of fun!

Cost: $ 175.00
Stormy Stars with Jackie O'Brien
- Jan 06, 2024 11:00 am

The Emerald City on the Sound is where the lives of three Promise Girls get off to a stormy start. As secrets and truths are revealed, the turbulence of their lives calms, giving way to smooth sailing. To make your own version of Stormy Stars to go with your new favorite book, The Promise Girls, you will need to choose three similar light greens, two dark blues, and a white. We can't wait to see how your Stormy Stars quilt comes to life! This is a great skill building project that will help you master using the Studio180 Diamond Rects, Square/Squared and V Blocks tools.

Cost: $ 60.00

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9/21 Fall Retreat 2

Would you like to quilt among the beautiful fall colors? Grab your unfinished projects (or start a new one) and enjoy 4 days of uninterrupted sewing on the shores of Owasco Lake. Bethany House lodging offers the quilter ample sewing space and sleeping accommodations. Delicious meals are provided in the Dining Room just a few steps across the driveway. Led by our very own "Quilt Mom" Doreen Hares, you will be sure to have lots of fun!

Free Motion Quilting 101 with Sue Treadwell

This is a technique and skill practice class for beginners that will get you started on doing your own top quilting on your domestic machine. You will learn about texture and how to use your walking foot and free motion foot to create designs that will enhance your quilts and other projects. There is no project at the end but with practice you will soon be top quilting like a pro!

9/21 Fall Retreat 2

Would you like to quilt among the beautiful fall colors? Grab your unfinished projects (or start a new one) and enjoy 4 days of uninterrupted sewing on the shores of Owasco Lake. Bethany House lodging offers the quilter ample sewing space and sleeping accommodations. Delicious meals are provided in the Dining Room just a few steps across the driveway. Led by our very own "Quilt Mom" Doreen Hares, you will be sure to have lots of fun!

Sep 23
Youth + One Quilt As You Go Placemat
Sep 23
Happy Birthday Table Runner - Embroidery Class
Sep 24
9/21 Fall Retreat 2