Classes and Events at the Basin

Starch Fabric Appliqué Method Class 

Every 4th Saturday of Each Month 

Time: 1-4

Class, Kit & Fee: $45

Whether you are looking to learn one of the neatest techniques in quilt making or looking for a fantastic way to add a creative twist and add dimension to any of your small or large projects, including wool… this class is for you!!!  

In this workshop, our instructor Joey Cramer, our “Starch Appliqué Extrodinare, and expert in fine hand needlework techniques, will familiarize you with the tools that you need, discuss how to pick out the perfect fabrics, how to make thin stems, smooth curves, sharp points, circles and Vs to perfection!

This class is also a great way to use up your scraps and Charm Squares.  Once you take this class, you will be hooked!

Kit includes: Pattern & fabric.  

Also included: Starch, needles to try, & thread.

Supplies Needed:

Heat resistant plastics sheets

Small 1/4” paint brush

Small Clover iron

Scissors 

Intro to Embroidery

Taught by Stacy’s model maker & handwork enthusiast Joey Cramer 

Every 4th Saturday of Each Month

Time: 10-Noon

Class $35

Come & learn the ins & outs on working with various types of thread, what thickness to use and when to use it.  Learn about different weights & options available.

In this class you will learn perfect basic embroidery stitches used to embellish your BB designs!  You can also use these stitches to do general embroidery as well.  Join us for “hands on learning” of these ever popular stitches:  

Blanket or buttonhole

Outline or stem

Feather

Fern

Chain

Lazy daisy

French knot

Supplies Needed:

6-8” embroidery hoop, scissors, small ruler, pencil, 12-14” light colored plain fabric square. 

Strawberry Pincushion Description:

Description:  Make a cute little yummy strawberry pincushion.  They are so additive we kitted enough to make at least 2!  You will want to make one for yourself and another for a friend.  Embellish with seed beads and fill with magic.

3hrs – No machine required.

Supply List:

Strawberry Kit: (Includes – red & green wool for strawberries, seed beads, beading needle, waxed beading thread, crushed walnut shells & topping ribbon)

Scissor, green sewing thread & quilting thread – any color

Chalk pencil

Sewing needle

Computer mouse pad

Class Date:  April 8th

Class Time:  9:00 – 12:00

Pike’s Peak Class Description

Description:  Start spring off right!  Start a small quilt with great visual appeal.  Made by strip piecing and rotary cutting using a specialty ruler.  Enjoy playing with colors of your own or using a kit.  Easy peasy!!  (Pre-cutting required)

4 hrs. – Sewing machine with quarter inch foot and Rotary cutting equipment required – finish project at home

Kit includes pattern, fabrics to make top of wall hanging & class fee.

Supply List:  

Sewing machine (& of course basic machine supplies)

Rotary cutter, rulers and mat

60° Degree Equilateral Triangle Ruler

Other Fabric Requirements:

¾ Yard Backing

Fat Quarter Binding

Precutting Required:

Cut 3 – 1” x 21” strips from each of the 13 fat eighths

Class Date:  April 8, 2023 

Time:  1:00 – 5:00

A Petite Sewing Kit

Using a metal box (like a large Altoid box) you will embellish your box in a sewing related theme with ruler ribbon, wool applique and spools etc.  We will make a smaller item or two to put in your box.

Stop in anytime between 4 and 7 to take this course. We recommend arriving by 6 to give you an hour to complete this project, but if its later that is okay too and you can finish it at home! Can't wait to see you all!

3-D Flowers for May Day

Come, make bouquet of wool flowers that we will put in a tussie-mussie to tuck in a jar or hang on your doorknob to welcome spring!

Stop in anytime between 4 and 7 to take this course. We recommend arriving by 6 to give you an hour to complete this project, but if its later that is okay too and you can finish it at home! Can't wait to see you all!

Tuesday March 21st is cancelled so this class is only available on the 25th. 

Wool Easter Eggs

Decorate 3-dimensional wool felted eggs with wool roving & more!  Bring your imagination!  Felting needles, eggs & wool roving will be provided.  *Note: To save time, we will be using premade wool eggs.

Stop in anytime between 10am-12pm to take this course. We recommend arriving by 6 to give you an hour to complete this project, but if its later that is okay too and you can finish it at home! Can't wait to see you all!

December 2nd 2023

1st Saturday of the Month Unless Noted 

Drop in and enjoy creating a small monthly themed wool project with your pal!  Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, light snacks & inspiration provided! 

Price: $15 * Register & Prepay by the Wednesday week of Make it Take it 

Session Times: 10-11:45 and Noon–1:45

Kit Includes: Pattern, Wool, Thread and/or Buttons and Twine   

What to bring:  Scissors, Pencil & Chenille Needles 

Please note:  You need to come into the shop and make the project, no “pick ups”.  Also, this is not a wool applique class, rather a time to drop in, get guidance and stitch up a fun project with other handwork enthusiasts!  We do offer an Intro to Wool Applique Class. 

Sign Up:  You can sign up online or by calling the warehouse at 763-792-0638.   

Refunds: No refunds will be given; however, if you can’t make it to class, you have until the following Saturday to pick up your kit. 

November 4th 2023

1st Saturday of the Month Unless Noted 

Drop in and enjoy creating a small monthly themed wool project with your pal!  Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, light snacks & inspiration provided! 

Price: $15 * Register & Prepay by the Wednesday week of Make it Take it 

Session Times: 10-11:45 and Noon–1:45

Kit Includes: Pattern, Wool, Thread and/or Buttons and Twine   

What to bring:  Scissors, Pencil & Chenille Needles 

Please note:  You need to come into the shop and make the project, no “pick ups”.  Also, this is not a wool applique class, rather a time to drop in, get guidance and stitch up a fun project with other handwork enthusiasts!  We do offer an Intro to Wool Applique Class. 

Sign Up:  You can sign up online or by calling the warehouse at 763-792-0638.   

Refunds: No refunds will be given; however, if you can’t make it to class, you have until the following Saturday to pick up your kit. 

October 7th 2023

1st Saturday of the Month Unless Noted 

Drop in and enjoy creating a small monthly themed wool project with your pal!  Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, light snacks & inspiration provided! 

Price: $15 * Register & Prepay by the Wednesday week of Make it Take it 

Session Times: 10-11:45 and Noon–1:45

Kit Includes: Pattern, Wool, Thread and/or Buttons and Twine   

What to bring:  Scissors, Pencil & Chenille Needles 

Please note:  You need to come into the shop and make the project, no “pick ups”.  Also, this is not a wool applique class, rather a time to drop in, get guidance and stitch up a fun project with other handwork enthusiasts!  We do offer an Intro to Wool Applique Class. 

Sign Up:  You can sign up online or by calling the warehouse at 763-792-0638.   

Refunds: No refunds will be given; however, if you can’t make it to class, you have until the following Saturday to pick up your kit. 

September 9th 2023

1st Saturday of the Month Unless Noted 

Drop in and enjoy creating a small monthly themed wool project with your pal!  Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, light snacks & inspiration provided! 

Price: $15 * Register & Prepay by the Wednesday week of Make it Take it 

Session Times: 10-11:45 and Noon–1:45

Kit Includes: Pattern, Wool, Thread and/or Buttons and Twine   

What to bring:  Scissors, Pencil & Chenille Needles 

Please note:  You need to come into the shop and make the project, no “pick ups”.  Also, this is not a wool applique class, rather a time to drop in, get guidance and stitch up a fun project with other handwork enthusiasts!  We do offer an Intro to Wool Applique Class. 

Sign Up:  You can sign up online or by calling the warehouse at 763-792-0638.   

Refunds: No refunds will be given; however, if you can’t make it to class, you have until the following Saturday to pick up your kit.