Classes, Adults/Children

Classes at White Bluffs

for Adults and Children

To register, call the Center at 967-2555

or come in to register.

February Classes

UFO (All Day Class)
It seems that we all have UFO's in our closet. UFO's may be unfinished sewing and/or quilting projects, beading, basketry or felting projects, crochet and knitting or spinning & weaving projects. Gather up your unfinished treasures and join us for a full day (10-4) of fun.
The UFO Class meets on the first friday of every month.
The next UFO Classes is scheduled for
Friday, February 3rd, 10a-4p
No need to bring your sewing machine, you are welcome to use the Center machines. The fee for the day is $20 and a box lunch will be provided. If you wish to bring your own lunch the fee for the day's activities will be $10.
Please contact the Center to register (967-2555).

Basic Crochet Hat

Learn to single and double crochet in the round. Make a basic hat with several versions available. Your hat may have a turned up brim, it might be rimmed with braid, raffia or daiseys, its all up to you. Join us as we learn how to make this cute hat to wear or give as a gift. The age level for this class is over 10 years of age to adult, and the class is limited to 4 students.

Class date: Saturday, February 4th

Class time: 1:30 -3:30 pm

Class fee: $10

Supplies needed: Please bring 1 skein of worsted weight yarn and a "K" Crochet hook

Instructor: Judy Urrutia, 628-2361, urrutmjur@aol.com

How to read a pattern

We've had lots of requests for this class and HERE IT IS!

This class will instruct on how to use a beginner pattern (or a pattern you are having trouble with). Just bring your pattern (Beginner or EASY) and material. The back of your pattern will tell you how much fabric to purchase and the clerks will be happy to assist you. Also bring your pins, scissors, thread and other necessary sewing essentials. You may bring your own sewing machine or use one of the machines at the Center.

The age level for this class is Teens to Adults and the maximum class size is 4.

Class date: Sunday, February 19th

Class time: 1:30 - 4:30 pm

Class fee: $15

Instructor: Judy Urrutia, 628-2361, urrutmjur@aol.com

Beginning Machine Sewing

Update: this class is full, it will be offered again in late Spring

Beginner Machine Sewing. Learn the basics of sewing safely, and

make a project to take home. All supplies and sewing machines are provided.

This class is now available for both adults and children, age 8 and up.

Class date: Sunday,

February 26th

Class time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Class size limited.

Class fee: $10, Supplies fee $5.

Instructor: Jenny Treadway, (509) 727-7050

jennytreadway1174@yahoo.com

March Classes

Machine Embroidery
This class will instruct on "in the hoop" machine embroidery. Judy will take you through the process step by step and you will be amazed to complete a beautiful basket for rolls or to hold a gift. Bring your embroidery machine and 2 fabrics: 1 plain for the embroidery and 1 print that will coordinate with roses and leaves. Bring your embroidery thread and sewing essentials: scissors, pins hoops, etc. This class is for adults or experienced teens and the class size is limited to 4. Call Judy for more details.
Class date: Saturday, March 10th
Class time: 1:30 - 4:30 pm
Class fee: $15, Kit fee $5
Instructor: Judy Urrutia, 628-2361, urrutmjur@aol.com

Beginning Weaving

In this beginning weaving class, you will learn to set up a loom, the basics of plain and twill weave structure and how to remove a project from the loom. Susan will provide materials for you to set up the loom and weave a wool runner and bookmarks. Instruction will be spread over three days during the week. In addition, students will be able to come to White Bluffs and weave on their project anytime during the week. The final class will be used to remove project from the loom and discuss finishing techniques. Please bring your own scissors and pen or pencil for notetaking. This class is for beginner level adults, and the maximum class size is 4.

Class date: Monday,Tuesday & Friday, March 12, 13th and 16th.

Class time: All day, 10:00 am -4:00pm

Class fee: $150

Instructor: Susan Schieman, 371-1311 flyingfibers@gmail.com

Make an Easter Basket with Marcia

Come and join Marcia and learn how to make a beautiful basket that can be used to hold all your Easter Goodies. This special basket will feature optional curls similiar to those on the Mohawk baskets that are on exhibit at the Center.
This class is for teens to adults.
Class date: Saturday, March 24th
Class time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
There will be a break for lunch.
Class fee: $ 30.00 Supplies fee: $20.00
Instructor: Marcia Keefer, 627-0209

April Classes

Learning to Quilt (12 classes)

This is a new program...

This is a complete program for the beginning quilter. It will include basic sewing machine, color theory, size and scale, toys and tools, grain, thread, needles, batting, and quilting. Guest speakers will introduce Foundation Paper Piecing, applique, binding variations and other aspects of quiltmaking. Class 2 will include the construction of a tote bag that you will use to carry all your quilting class supplies. A different traditional quilt block will be created each week (plus a mystery block) and all 9 blocks will be put together with borders to create a quilt. Supplies and a complete list of all classes will be discussed and a list provided at the first class.

Class size is limited.

This is a daytime class that will meet once a week for 6-9 weeks, beginning on Saturday,

April 14th, 2012.

The class is limited to 6 students.

Class Time: 11:00 to 1:00pm.

Class fee: $15 per class session (WBC Members)

$18 per class session (Non-members)

Tote bag kit $5 (Some classes may have a small supplies fee)

Instructor: Cyndy Underwood and guest speakers

Phone: Cell: 528-9281, Home 628-3611

Email: quilterathart@yahoo.com

TBD Classes

These classes are offered quarterly at WBC

Butterfly Quilt

Come make this beautiful Butterfly Wall hanging. This class is for the beginner/intermediate skill level quilter. The supply list will be available at the Center. This class will include everything from the cutting of the material to the finishing touches of quilting and binding. The pattern and instructions will be available at the first class. Class size is limited to 6.

Class dates: November 1,8,15, 22, and 29.

Class time: 1:00 to 3:30pm

Class fee: $50

Instructor: Cyndy Underwood, 528-9281 quilterathart@yahoo.com.

Machine Quilting (4 classes)

In this class you will learn the process of machine quilting on your home sewing machine. Bring your small finished top, batting and backing.

An additional muslin and batting will be needed for practice pieces.

Please bring safety pins for sandwiching the layers together, and a dry erase marker. Because this is a process you will be using at home, we suggest you bring the sewing machine you will be using for machine quilting.

Class date: TBD

Class time: TBD

Class fee: $TBD

Instructor: Cyndy Underwood Phone: Cell: 528-9281

Home 628-3611 Email: quilterathart@yahoo.com

Weaver Fever (6 classes)

This quilt was on display at the Tri City Quilt Show. For all of you who stood in front of it and wondered how difficult it was to make. This is your class! Cindy's directions and experience make this quilt simple, even for a beginner with some experience. This is a quilt that you will be anxious to show off.

Class date: TBD

Class time: 1:00pm - 4:00 pm

Class fee: $50

Materials: Book: Weaver Fever by Jackie Robinson and the materials required for the "Three-ver".

Instructor: Cyndy Underwood Phone: Cell: 528-9281

Home 628-3611 Email: quilterathart@yahoo.com

Beginner Sewing for Adults

This class is similiar to our successful Basic Sewing for Kids Class, but intended for adults (and guys). It is limited to 6 adults and you may bring your machine (and your instruction book) or use one of ours. Learn the basics of sewing safely and how your machine works. We will even introduce some of the basic sewing machine accessories. All supplies are furnished.

Class date: TBD

Class time: TBD

Class fee: $10

Instructor: Jenny Treadway

This class is offered quarterly and is limited to 6.

Drop Spindle Class

Learn a very portable way to spin. In this class you will prepare the fibers, spin singles, finish the yarn and take it to the needles or loom. This 3-hour classs is for beginner adults or children 12 and up.

Class date: Tuesday, October 4 & Thursday October 6th

Class time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Class fee: $45

Class Supplies: $15 (please bring a shoe box or plastic box at least 11" long and 3" deep for your supplies. A drop spindle is provided with your supplies.)

Instructor: Cheryl Reed, (509) 628-0188

cheryldavisreed@gmail.com

Beginning Spinning Wheel Class (3 lessons)

Join us for this fun class and learn to spin. Have fun shopping for 1 pound of fairly long fiber roving. Pick at least a couple of colors that are contrasting in value, for a total of 1 pound, Meanwhile, take some time to simply treadle your wheel. Make that large drive wheel go clockwise and then

counter-clockwise. See how slowly you can treadle and still keep the wheel going.

3 lessons:

Date & Time: TBD

At the White Bluffs Center

Class registration: $70, Supply fee, paid to instructor: $10

Instructor: Cheryl Reed

You need to bring a spinning wheel with 3 bobbins, hand cards, and 1 pound of wool roving in 2 colors, a light and a dark.

More details at http://spinningweavingcoach.webs.com

Call Cheryl for help in renting a wheel. 628-0188.

How to Spin Angora Bunny Fur

For spinners who can spin and ply yarn already.

Date & Time:TBD

At the White Bluffs Center

Class registration: $30

Supply fee, paid to instructor: $10

Instructors: Nina Menard, Cheryl Reed,

628-0188

You need to bring a spinning wheel with 3 bobbins, fine (cotton) handcards, sack lunch.

We will provide angora and fine wool.

More details at http://spinningweavingcoach.webs.com

Beginning Quilt Conservation, 4 classes

Beginning Quilt Restoration

The first session is "Becoming a Quilt Restorer" and will include "setting up shop, charges and quilt evaluations. This session will also include making simple repairs, replacing patchwork, dead quilts,cloned quilts, invisible applique, use of silk crepeline, stable tex,complex repairs and honest patches.

The Second Session is called "Is restoration possible? This session was filmed at a workshop and we will watch as the participants bring their quilts to Nancy for review. Audience participation is encouraged and observing the process of examination, dating, and appraising for a number of quilts is a fascinating lesson.

Session three is a fascinating session on dating fabrics and dating quilts. The categories are 1840-1850's, Civil War - 1910, 1870-1880, 1890, 1920'2-1940's (WWI), and a special session called, Guess my era. All participants are asked to bring their quilts for a lively discussion following session three.

Session four is titled, "Creating and Aging Fabrics and Cleaning, Storage and Displaying Quilts." It includes Photo transfers, Ageing Fabrics, Cleaning Quilts, Preparation, Washing & Drying, Storing Quilts and Displaying Quilts.

Each approximately 90 minute session will be be available as a morning or an evening class at the White Bluffs Center, located at 4034D West Van Giesen in West Richland.

Each session will include lessons delivered via DVD

and a "hands on" workshop and discussion.

Fee: $10 per session, $40 for all 4 sessions

Contact the Center at 967-2555 to add your name to the class register.

Quilt Restoration Advanced Workshop
Join us and learn to restore crazy quilts and other quilts with special issues. Learn how to replace worn silks, re-embroider, use silk crepeline, and when and when not to use fusibles. A section on ethics and the philosophy of restoration, and preparation for framing are included.
This program will be facilitated by Amelia Beadle and presented as a Study Group, utilizing DVD’s. and will include many new "hands on components". The White Bluffs Collection will be utilized to teach conservation techniques. In addition, to better understand the complexities of repair, each participant will construct a Crazy Quilt Block in class.
Sessions include discussion of conservation "vs" restoration, visual and structural integrity. Information of which quilts should NOT be restored. Weighted silks, and approaches to replacing fabrics. Also included are special techniques: fusibles, and occasions in which to consider fusibles and repairs. The use of silk crepeline, making patches and applique. This program will include new hands-on components and will include "Crazy Quilt" embroidery stitches. Contact the Center to register (509) 967-2555.
Class date: Thursday evenings, beginning Sept 22
Class time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Class Fee $10 per session - $50 for 5 sessions, $10 Supplies fee.

SERGER CLASS (6 classes)

In response to requests for a serger sewing class, Betty Kuhlers has put together a class plan.

Class overview:

We will get together every two weeks: probably on Wednesday afternoons from one to four or five at White Bluffs center.Six classes with one make up class. Class fee is $ 150.00 per student, with a minimum of six students and a max of nine students.We will start the class as soon as we get enough students.

In each class we will make samples of the process to be covered; i.e. rolled hems, (threads, set up , attachments, different effects on different fabrics,) so at the end of class you will have a note book full of samples for future reference. ( I will provide sample fabrics , clear page protectors, and sample sheets)

During the classes we will sew the following projects: Quilt Top, Napkins, Scarf, Tea Towels, PJ Bottoms, T-shirt or Sweat Shirt, Pillow Cases, Silly Sox, Shirt Style Blouse , and a few more fun things! (if you have a special request we can consider it for the whole class)

TECHNIQUES: rolled hems, ruffles,elastic, zippers,hems, collar, stretches, wooly nylon, darts, set in sleeve, gathers,ribbing , flat lock and more. Oh I forgot RIPPING.

NEED TO KNOWS: threading, change needles, oiling, cleaning, tensions, adjust cutting edges, differential feed, two threads, three threads, changing the machine set ups for new projects.

SUPPLIES; threads for each class, serger, scissors, fabrics for each class cut and ready to sew, serger pins, new serger needles, serger manual, and note paper and pencil.

A supplies list will be provided before each class.

Please E- mail me with your serger brand and style.

I recommend a 3/ 4 combo or more for this class if you are not sure please ask.

Class fee: $150.

Teacher: Betty Kuhlers

Thank you for your interest in this class, call me at 586-2509 or 582-5313 Email bkuhl@clearwire.net

Intaglio Printmaking (Etching)

with Pat Brewer

Learn to scratch a drawing into plexiglass or metal plate and print the image. Prints can be framed or used as greeting cards, or even donated for an art auction. Pat will provide plates, ink, press, solvent for clean-up. Students will provide suitable protective apron or smock.

Class fee: $50, materials fee: $10

Class date: TBD, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

(break for lunch)

Instructor: Pat Brewer, 628-3553

lpbrewer@earthlink.net

Kaleidoscope, 1,2,3 (3 classes)

Did you purchase the "Stack & Whack" book and couldn't really figure out how to do it? This class will teach you how to create beautiful Kaleidoscope Quilts as easy as 1,2,3. Sample quilts, blocks, fabric requirements and a supply list will be available at the Center. This quilt block is always a suprise and a delight to make. Join us for this 3 week class.

Class fee: $50, Class size is limited.

Class dates: TBD (call for dates),

Class time: 10:00 - 12:00

Instructor: Jenny Treadway, 727-7050

jennytreadway@frontier.com

Swedish Weaving with Louise Wilson

Swedish weaving is worked on Monk's Cloth with a tapestry needle and worsted yarn. Come and learn this traditional technique with Louise Wilson. Louise will provide the Monks Cloth, tapestry needle and yarn. A sample can be seen at the Center.

Class fee: $10, materials fee: $5

Class dates: TBD, 10:00 am - 12:00 noon

Instructor: Louise Wilson, 438-5570

weezybug@gmail.com

Jewelry Wire Wrapping

with Pat Brewer

Learn the secrets to spectacular wire wrapping with Pat. Make a pendant or a ring (your choice) and Pat will provide the stone or flat bead. Bring a pair of smooth needle-nose pliers and a pair of flat nose pliers. Pat will simplify the project, eliminating all those pesky frustrations. If you have a keepsake stone, bring it.

Class fee: $50, materials fee: $5 (wire, etc.)

Class date: TBD, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (break for lunch)

Instructor: Pat Brewer, 628-3553

lpbrewer@earthlink.net

Knitting & Crochet Classes

Beginner Crochet, 4 classes

This series of classes includes instructions on how to start crocheting -- from creating a chain to any basic stitch and how to create simple fabric with yarn. Some intermediate techniques can and may be discussed, but not necessarily practiced at this time. A project will be completed during the program.

Age 18+ , Class size 3-6.

4 week course, 2 hours per class.

Class fee: $30

Date: TBD

Time: 5:30-7:30pm

Instructor: Lori Wilson, 737-8783

Materials required: One size "H" hook, 1 skein acrylic "practice" yarn, 1 skein acrylic "project" yarn.

Beginning Knitting, 4 classes

This class will teach the basics of knitting. You will learn how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind-off. A project will "hopefully" be completed at the end of this program.

4 week course, 2 hours per class

Age 18+, Class size 3-6

Class fee: $30

Date: TBD

Time: 5:30-7:30pm

Instructor: Lori Wilson, 737-8783

Materials required: One set of size 7 needles, 1 skein acrylic "practice" yarn, 1 skein cotton yarn.

Basic Knit Cables, Mug Wrap Project

This drop-in class will show you how to create a basic cable while creating a wrap for your coffee mug. Pattern with written and charted instructions included with class.

Class size 3-6, Age 18+

Tuition: $15

Date: TBD

Time: 4-6pm (2 hours)

Instructor: Lori Wilson, 737-8783

Materials required: One set of size 8 US needles, 1 skein of Worsted Weight (4) yarn, (acrylic or cotton) cable needle

Basic Crochet Cables, Mug Cozy Project

This drop in class will show you how to create a basic cable while creating a cozy for your coffee mug. Pattern with written instructions included with class.

Class size 3-6, Age 18+

Tuition: $15

Date: TBD

Time: 4-6pm (2 hours)

Instructor: Lori Wilson, 737-8783

Materials required: One Size G hook, 1 skein of Worsted Weight (4) yarn (acrylic or cotton)

Knitting & Crochet Classes

Tunisian/Afghan Stitch 101

This "drop-in" class will show you how to create a fabric using a crochet hook and yarn. This fabric is famously known for being able to cross-stitch on. Other stitches, using the Tunisian method to create "knit", "purl" and a few other creative methods of this genre will be demonstrated.

Age: 18+, Class size 3-6

Class fee: $15

Date: Saturday, TBD, Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Instructor: Lori Wilson, 737-8783

Materials required: One size "I" hook and 1 skein of acrylic yarn, preferably bright or light colored (to see the stitches).

Entrelac Knitting, Dishcloth Project

This "drop-in" class will teach how to create a truly woven effect with your knitting. This class is for the adventurous in Knitter's Spirit! This is one of the latest trends in knitting and very fun, once you get the hang of it.

Age: 18+, Class size 3-6

Class fee: $15

Date, Saturday, TBD, Time: 4:00 - 6:00pm

Instructor: Lori Wilson, 737-8783

Materials needed: One set of size "7" needles, 1 skein of cotton yarn (kitchen/worsted weight)

$5 Quickie Classes

Paper Piecing, The Easy Way

Learn this simple and easy way to paper piece a quilt block with perfect points. Just sew on the lines! Materials and patterns provided. You will need the "Add-A-Quarter" ruler available at our local Quilt Shops, a thin metal ruler (if you have one) and your rotary cutter. These rulers make this process simple. Bring your machine or use one of ours. Please call the Center to register so that we will have enough kits prepared.

Date :TBD

Tuition $5,

This class will be repeated quarterly.

Instructor: Jenny Treadway

Curvey Neck Purse, beaded

This nifty little purse would make a nice gift, and you won't believe how easy it is. Join us for this Quickie Class.

Class size is limited to 6, so sign up early.

Class Date & Time: TBD

Tuition $5, Fabric kit (includes fabric, pattern and beads) $5

This class will be repeated in the Spring

Watch for more Quickie Classes

The Log Cabin Block

Binding, 3 Different Ways

Noodle Soup Strippy House

Coming Soon

Color Theory for Fiber Artists

Check back regularly to see our latest offerings.

White Bluffs Class Instructors receive a special

“Teacher Training Program”.

The Center provides 5 different types of classes:

Project Classes, - a project is completed in the class. We believe that we have too many unfinished projects. At White Bluffs, if you take a project class, you will finish the project in the class or you will come back until it is finished and you may take the class again for free.

Process Classes, - a process is learned. There is no expectation of a completed project, however, completed projects utilizing the learned process will be available to spark your imagination.

Five Buck Classes - best described as hour long classes to learn a cool new way to do something. A schedule of these “quickie classes” will be posted and we are always interested in your suggestions.

Master from Afar Classes. conducted by nationally known masters. These classes will utilize our facility, but will provide their own policies, pricing and procedures.

Guild Sponsored Classes,

our guilds need a place to hold their classes. White Bluffs provides a well-equipped place. As with the Master Classes, the Guilds will have their own policies, pricing and procedures.

White Bluffs Quilt Museum

to preserve and to teach...