For Home and Family

Sewing Expo

April 14-15, 2020

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Boone County Extension Enrichment Center 1955 Burlington Pike, Burlington, KY 41005 Burlington, Kentucky

Educational programs of Kentucky Cooperative Extension serve all people regardless of economic or social status and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gen- der identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disabil- ity. University of Kentucky, Kentucky State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Kentucky Counties, Cooperating. “It’s Sew Fine” 2020

Eastern Time Monday, April 13 6:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m. Registration

Tuesday, April 14 8:00 a.m. Registration

A. Techniques for a Jean Skirt H. Kansas City Star/Golden Glory B. Tips & Techniques 101 Block C. Applique 101 J. Gorgeous Gift Bags & Travel Pouch D. Michaels’ Choice K. Crazy 8 Cuddle Quilt E. Strippy Stripes L. Bear Paws in a Bear Paw F. Blanket Vest M. Garments in Half the Time G. How To Create a T-Shirt Quilt N. Landscape Art Quilting

H. My 2 Baby Sisters

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch

4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Previous Sewing Expo Projects Showcase

Instructor Showcase-Join Expo instructors as they share, demonstrate, and sell their wares.

6:00 p.m. Buffet Dinner with Keynote Speaker: Mary Ourecky’s love of has a long history. She grew up in the world of 4-H and FHA (Future Homemakers of America). As a young adult Mary nurtured her passion for sewing and supplemented her income by sewing for special events, weddings, and dance studios. She has enjoyed working and teaching in quilt shops, managing a Bernina store, and serving as an educator for Hancock Fabrics. She currently works for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln at the International Quilt Museum (IQM) as their Guest Services Manager. Mary is here to present from the Museum as well as share information on how to preserve your textiles from the past and those yet to be created.

Wednesday, April 15 8:00 a.m. Registration

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Classes

O. My Bubba the Giraffe V. Frolicking with Fibers and Fabrics P. Blackwood Cardigan W. Scrappy Pinwheel Quilt Q. Paper Pieced Log Cabin Block X. Sew Crazy Eights R. Kentucky Blues Y. Boxed In S. It’s Not a Log Cabin Z. Design Your Own A-Line Skirt T. Scandinavian Snowflake AA. Confetti Art Quilting U. Two Charms and a Jelly Roll

Skill level for each class:

Beginner: Must be able to and wind (s) and basic knowledge of the machine you will be using. Must have knowledge of sewing terms, be able to read a , and be capable of performing basic sewing machine techniques. Intermediate: Must have good command of sewing skills, knowledge and operation of sewing machine or serger and sewing techniques, and be able to read and follow pattern instructions without assistance. Advanced: Must be proficient at most sewing techniques in the subject area, including knowledge of and using many sewing machine features.

Tuesday, April 13 A. Techniques for Sewing a Jean Skirt C. Applique 101 Marjorie Baker (Intermediate Skill Level) Angie York (Beginner Skill Level) Ever wanted to sew your own blue jeans but were Applique 101 is a class designed to introduce learners to intimidated by sewing on denim and/or making a fly machine applique, raw edge applique, turn under ? Then this is the class to get you going! applique, and more. In class we will be completing a Starting with a basic jean skirt pattern or similar style reversible apron and flour sack towel showcasing different skirt pattern, learn techniques for top-stitching, pocket applique techniques. Tips and tricks will be shared for placement, adding an inside fly shield to the fly front helping you be successful with your project no matter the zipper, and more. Once type of applique you choose. you’ve learned the Class Fee: $10 techniques on a simple skirt, Fee Includes: Patterns, you’ll be ready to tackle flour sack towel making jeans on your own. Project Size: Adult sized Class Fee: $30 apron & hand towel Fee Includes: Additional hand outs for sewing fly Project Size: Varies

B. Quilting Tips & Techniques 101 Lynnette LeGette (Beginner & Intermediate Skill Michaels’ Choice Level) D. Wonder why your quilt blocks are not the same size, Candy Simms (Beginner Skill Level) borders are wavy, binding is not uniform width or not This quilt top will challenge your piecing skills. Looking “filled”? Then this class is for you. Participants will much more difficult than it is, only squares and rectangles be guided from preparation of the fabric through are required to make this lap quilt/wall hanging. You will completion of the quilt. This includes cutting, sewing learn about Irish Chain, Surrounded to Burgoyne designs, sashing, flange, basic borders, squaring-up, double- and make nine-patch and four-patch sub-blocks. You can fold binding, and labeling. design a totally different look by changing the colors of Class Fee: $35 squares/or rectangles within each 15” block. The quilt is Fee Includes: easily expanded to Instructions, create a beautiful bed Center squares quilt. Class is suitable (Different for a confident Cities), bias beginner who can stripes for and sew accurate 1/4” flange and seams. useful tool Class Fee: $28 Project Size: Fee Includes: Pattern 14” x 14” Project Size: 58” x 58” E. Strippy Stripes G. How To Create a T-Shirt Quilt Jennifer Klee (Intermediate Skill Level) Sheila Reinke (Beginner Skill Level) Whether you begin with a jelly roll or 2.5” x WOF If you quilt or even sew, at some point you may be strips from your stash, sewing strips in sets cutting into asked to make a t-shirt quilt for someone. In this class blocks and arranging them in rows makes an you will receive pointers on creating this personal interesting design. Sashing and borders compliment treasure. I have created a formula for taking the guess the columns and create a delightful throw with lots of work out of the math in making a t-shirt quilt, of all color and movement. Batiks work well, but feel free to the t-shirt creations I have sewn over the years, the go scrappy or choose color wave to build your quilt. favorite one has been the “scrappy look” quilt top. Class Fee: $41 This technique lets you use tiny to large t-shirts all in Fee Includes: Book/pattern & instructions the same quilt. This class will be a combination of Project Size: 58” x 72” lecture and hands on. Class Fee: $35 Fee Includes: A packet with knit for approx. 16 t-shirts and “to scale cards” for creating your layout Project Size: Varies

F. Blanket Vest Kathy Lauer (Beginner Skill Level) This is a quick, yet very stylish garment to add to your H. My 2 Baby Sisters wardrobe. Participants will need a serger and sewing Debbie Dison (Beginner Skill Level) machine to complete this project. Make these beautiful paper pieced placemats. Learn Class Fee: $5.00 Judy Niemyer’s method for perfect points and Fee Includes: Pattern matching seams. The pattern includes a large star and 2 Project Size: Varies smaller stars. Class Fee: $60 Fee Includes: Pattern for 4 placemats, paper clips Project Size: 12” x 19” (four)

I. Kansas City Star/Golden Glory Quilt Block K. Crazy 8 Cuddle Quilt Carol Sargent (Intermediate Skill Level) Mary Ourecky (Beginner Skill Level) Master skills with curves and Y seams by making an This quilt is made of high-quality soft Minky fabric- old pattern taken from a 1979 magazine. This was my known for it’s loft and nap. For this reason many grandmothers favorite pattern in the 1950’s. The 12” people fear sewing with it. Learn the tricks of sewing blocks can be made into a wall hanging, table runner with this fabric while completing your project in class. or quilt. Class Fee: $76 Class Fee: $10 Fee Includes: Pattern, all supplies for front (strips Fee Includes: Sandpaper templates will be cut to size), backing, binding & batting. Project Size: 12” blocks Project Size: 59” x 68”

J. Gorgeous Gift Bags & Travel Pouch Janice Beatty (Beginner Skill Level) First, you will make: a gorgeous gift bag-the perfect size for a wine bottle or other gift. Satiny or bridal fabric will make it “fancy”. Next, you will make a L. Bear Paws in a Bear Paw handy travel pouch to use for a first aid kit, make up Bob Coon (Beginner Skill Level) bag or sewing supplies. You will sew vinyl for the Explore the basics of foundation piecing in the “windows”, put in a zipper, and learn to do an easy construction of this always popular traditional block. mitered corner with bias binding. The gift bag is a Add excitement to your project by incorporating a beginner serger project, but can be done on a regular miniature version in the block. Instructions will be machine as well, student’s choice. provided to make either a pillow, a table runner, a wall Class Fee: $20 hanging or multiple sizes of quilts. Fee Includes: Pattern and vinyl for window Class Fee: $100 Project Size: Varies Fee Includes: Pattern, pre-cut fabric pieces for 4 blocks Project Size: 12” x 12” blocks (four)

M. Garments in Half the Time Wednesday, April 14 Sandy Davis (Intermediate Skill Level) For today’s sewist who wants quality construction O. My Bubba the Giraffe techniques without all the extra work! If you like to Mary Ourecky (Intermediate Skill Level) sew, after learning these techniques you will LOVE Make this fun play mat for a newborn in your life TO SEW! Sew faster and easier with speed techniques while learning the tricks of sewing with Minky cuddle from the garment industry; cutting, pattern preparation, fabric. You will take your skills of working with sewing without , flat felled seams, pockets, minky fabric past frustration to fun. Most pieces will mitering, curves without puckers. Your sewing will be be pre-cut for you so sewing will begin immediately! impacted from this point forward. Class Fee: $55 Class Fee: $60 Fee Includes: Fee Includes: Pre-cut fabric samples Pre-cut pieces Project Size: Samples of various shortcut Project Size: techniques 24” x 42”

P. Blackwood Cardigan N. Landscape Art Quilting Marjorie Baker (Intermediate Skill Level) Larry McKenney (Beginner Skill Level) The Blackwood Cardigan is a cozy and versatile Have you wanted to learn how to create a landscape art addition to your wardrobe. The fitted shape and extra quilt? Then this is the class for you. No previous long sleeves make it perfect to wear under jackets and experience needed. Participants will learn the basic vests or add style over tank tops and dresses. It is design in creating a landscape, and then working from designed to be worn open in the front with no closure. a basic pattern design create their own version of a The Blackwood Cardigan is a great pattern to learn landscape. We begin with the background, laying in techniques for sewing 2-way stretch, knit fabric. Make fusible web. Next, you will quilt the background and it tunic or hip length, with or without pockets. Class then put in the middle ground and foreground. Before will include the instructor checking that student has final quilting, participants will use fabric paints to add selected the correct pattern size and offer suggestions details and give dimension to their landscape. for pattern alteration to accommodate varied body Class Fee: $40 shape/size. Fee Includes: Class Fee: $35 5 yards of Fee Includes: Pattern Misty Fuse, Project Size: Varies handouts & samples Project Size: 18” x 24”

Q. Paper Pieced Log Cabin Block S. It’s Not a Log Cabin Carol Sargent (Beginner Skill Level) Bob Coon (Beginner Skill Level) Paper piecing made easy! If you are afraid of paper Do you always have leftover fabrics from your projects, piecing, or have never done it before, this is the class but never enough to make another quilt? See what you for you. can do as you learn the importance of value in your Class Fee: $10 quilts using “One Block-Infinite Design Possibilities”. Fee Includes: Pattern Class Fee: $100 Project Size: 8” square Fee Includes: Pre-sewn strips to aid to the assembly of blocks in class. The “It’s Not a Log Cabin” workbook includes block assembly instructions and pattern layout/fabric (strip) requirements for multiple sizes and over 3 dozen design possibilities. Project Size: Lap to King size possibilities

R. Kentucky Blues Candy Simms (Intermediate Skill Level) Create a table topper or wall hanging quilt top to match your style or celebrate your favorite school’s colors! Learn to make 36-patch blocks and hour-glass T. Scandinavian Snowflake sashing. Use on-point setting and multiple sized Debbie Dison (Intermediate Skill Level) setting and corner triangles to fancy up a quilt. Beautiful paper pieced round table topper or placemat Class Fee: $28 from Judy Niemeyer and Quiltworx. This pattern is Fee Includes: Pattern great for the quilter of all levels. Learn to use Judy’s Project Size: 38” x 38” “-n-Peel” pre-cut applique sheets. Class Fee: $74 Fee Includes: Pattern, applique sheets for 4 table toppers, paper clips, glue sticks Project Size: 1 table is topper 20” round (four) U. Two Charms and a Jelly Roll W. Scrappy Pinwheel Quilt Elizabeth Kingsland (Beginner Skill Level) Sheila Reinke (Beginner Skill Level) This quilt works well with jelly roll and charm packs, or Easily make this fun quilt out of colorful fabric scraps. you can cut your own-either way this is a speedy quilt that Learn this simple block for making these wacky - is wonderfully fun to make. It’s easy to do and could be wheel designs. In class you will discover that you will made in many color ways. Scraps of fabrics could be used get a bonus quilt out of the scraps that are left from for the centers of the blocks, with 2 1/2” strips surround- making the original quilt. Two quilts for the price of ing them. Setting the blocks on point makes for an up- one! graded finished look, while the actual sewing is very easy Class Fee: $65 and quick. The possibilities are endless. Fee Includes: Pattern & precut fabric kit Class Fee: $20 Project Size: 60”x 72” Fee Includes: Pattern Project Size: 62” x 74”

V. Frolicking with Fibers and Fabrics Jeanne Badgett (Beginner Skill Level) Increase your knowledge about fibers and fabrics to learn the how’s and why’s about selecting the right fabrics for your sewing projects. This fun, interactive class will cov- er basics such as fiber identification, thread count, and classifications of woven and knit fabrics. Learn the vari- X. Sew Crazy Eights ous properties of textiles that may impact the appearance Lynnette LeGette (Beginner Skill Level) or performance during use. Explore the steps involved to This class is all about fun! Make one block; cut and turn fibers into fabric into fashion. Comprehend the fun- spin, twist and sew into one of many different arrange- damentals of color theory and how it can help you select ments. Each quilt will be unique. Come join the party. fabrics with visually pleasing color combinations. Class Fee: $35 Class Fee: $15 Fee Includes: Instructions, useful tool, roll Fee Includes: Linen tester (for thread counts), fiber Project Size: 42” x 53” specimens and fabric swatches-to demonstrate variety of fabrics, weave types and knit types. A small cardstock color wheel to accompany lesson on color theory. Paper handouts to supplement the information covered. Paint, brushes, paper and disposable aprons used to create own color wheel. Y. Boxed In Z. Design Your Own A-Line Skirt Jennifer Klee (Intermediate Skill Level) Sandy Davis (Intermediate Skill Level) Make a terrific lap quilt with one jelly roll and one Be a designer! Make a personally fitted A-Line skirt by charm pack! Choose pre-cuts or delve into your drafting a pattern from your own measurements. Learn to stash and make your own sets of 36 assorted 2.5" x sew on knit fabric while making a comfortable, well-fitted WOF strips and 36 assorted - 5" (charm) squares. skirt with an elastic waist. With such an easy project, you’ll Choose subtle or bright fabrics, a color palette of want more skirts to build your wardrobe for summer cool- your liking or just go scrappy. This project is easily ness or to wear with leggings and boots in the winter. Use expanded into larger size quilts and great for all your sewing machine or serger to construct project. levels of experience. Class Fee: $35 Class Fee: $35 Fee Includes: Instructions and to draft Fee Includes: Pattern & instructions skirt, pattern Project Size: 51” x 51” Project Size: Varies

AA. Confetti Art Quilt Larry McKenney (Beginner Skill Level) Try your hand at a new technique in this class. Working from a photo, participants will use a rotary cutter to cut fabric into very small pieces and place them on to a background fabric. You can choose from a couple of different designs (fall trees, poppies/flowers). Once the image is complete, you will pin a piece of Tulle on top to hold the pieces together while quilting. Class Fee: $40 Fee Includes: Photos to choose from, class samples & instructions Project Size: 16” x 20” Instructor Biographies

Jeanne Badgett from Lexington, is a University of Kentucky Senior Extension Associate for Clothing, Textiles, and Household Equipment. She is the State Coordinator for the Kentucky Master Volunteer in Clothing Construction Program. She earned her BS & MS from University of Kentucky in the Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles Program, where she studied testing with an emphasis on apparel quality.

Marjorie Baker from Georgetown, is a retired University of Kentucky Extension Associate for Clothing and Textiles. She holds a Master’s Degree in Clothing and Textiles from Kansas State University. In her retirement, she continues to teach classes for local sewing and quilting shops and volunteers as a Scott County 4-H project leader for knitting and sewing.

Janice Beatty from Louisville is a Trained Sewing Instructor and a member of the Louisville ASG Chapter. She started sewing in 4-H, and continued by making her clothes, gifts, kid’s clothes, and home décor. She has won four Kentucky State Fair ribbons in Textiles. At her business, “The Sewing Kit”, she teaches sewing, does home décor and alterations.

Bob Coon from Fairfield, Ohio has been teaching for 30 years starting in Washington State. His resume includes seminars in Alaska, Road to California, Kansas State Quilter’s Guild, a Caribbean quilting cruise and teaching at numerous shops up and down the West coast. He specializes in “foundation piecing” and quilting by machine.

Sandy Davis from Louisville, is a certified Palmer/Pletsch Beginning Sewing teacher, a licensed Martha Pullen Beginning Sewing, Serger Sewing and Heriloom Sewing teacher, a certified Sulky Sit & Sew teacher, a certified Islander Sewing Systems Instructor, and a Master Clothing Volunteer Emeritus, with over 25 years’ teaching experience.

Debbie Dison from Louisville, earned her certification as a Judy Niemeyer (Quiltworx) instructor. She has been sewing her whole life and teaches precision paper piecing

Elizabeth Kingsland from Lexington, is a retired Kentucky Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agent for Education. She has always loved any kind of sewing. She taught quilting and sewing for 32 years at UK and continues to teach in retirement.

Jennifer Klee from Versailles, learned to sew in her youth while in 4-H. She has sewn for herself and family since then. She taught sewing to youth and adults during her career as a Kentucky Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Science s. Continues to teach sewing and quilting in retirement.

Lynnette LeGette from Louisville, has experience in various areas of sewing (clothing, décor, quilting). Her primary goal is to keep sewing fun, while learning techniques that expand new opportunities and provide keys to successful outcomes.

Kathy Lauer from California, Kentucky is a Certified Kentucky Master Volunteer in Clothing Construction since 1996. She enjoys sewing and machine embroidery.

Larry McKenney from Villa Hills, has been a fiber artist for over 50 years, working in batiking and art quilting. The last five years he has been creating art quilt wall hangings based on his travels and personal interests. He has taken classes with internationally recognized fiber artists and quilt designers. He has taught quilting classes throughout Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana for the past three years.

Mary Ourecky from Lincoln, Nebraska has a love of textiles that began long ago. She grew up in the world of 4- H and FHA (Future Homemakers of America). As a young adult Mary nurtured her passion for sewing and supplemented her income by sewing for special events, weddings, and dance studios. She has enjoyed working and teaching in quilt shops, managing a Bernina store, and serving as an educator for Hancock Fabrics. Instructor Biographies continued

Shelia Reinke from Omaha, Nebraska started sewing in 2nd grade. Through years of 4-H she found ways to be creative. She taught her first quilting class in 1991 and sponsors 9 quilt retreats every year where she loves to see others get that “creative bug”.

Carol Sargent from Deputy, Indiana is a graduate of Northwest Christian University in Eugene, Oregon. She has done a lot of sewing for others as well as making of all of her husband’s suits. After retiring she has enjoyed quilting and teaching quilting classes.

Candy Simms from Versailles, has been sewing since her childhood and is a Kentucky Certified Master Clothing Volunteer in Clothing Construction. She owns CLS Originals, a sewing and dressmaking business, and enjoys making quilts and teaching others to sew and make quilts “for fun.”

Angie York from Eddyville, is the Kentucky Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences Education for Lyon County. She has been sewing since the early age of 8 years old and enjoys garment sewing, craft making, and especially quilting. The best part of her job with the University of Kentucky is teaching other people to love sewing as much as she does.

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Day Phone: (_____ Evening Phone (_____)______Registration Deadline: Monday, March 2, 2020

General Registration Fee: Tuesday only, $45.00 Wednesday only, $35.00 Tuesday & Wednesday, $70.00

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Showcase of previous Sewing Expo projects: You may bring one item for the Showcase. Please list item:

Classes are Reserved on a First Come, First Serve Basis (based on postmark date) Confirmation: Will be processed after March 2nd. You will receive a registration confirmation with class fees and supply lists through e-mail provided or mail. Class fees are due by Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Cancellation Policy: Cancellation request for full registration refund must be received in writing by Monday, March 2, 2020. $30.00 cancellation fee will be charged for cancellation requests after Monday, March 2, 2020. Refunds will not be given for cancellations postmarked after Tuesday, March 31, 2020 or no-shows on registration fee or class fees.

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Tuesday, April 14, 2020

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Class Selections:

(Mark your choices 1 through 3 with 1 being your first choice.)

____A. Techniques for Sewing a Jean Skirt ($30) ____I. Kansas City Star/Golden Glory Quilt Block ($10) ____B. Quilting Tips & Techniques 101 ($35 ____J. Gorgeous Gift Bags & Travel Pouch ($20) ____C. Applique 101 ($10) Crazy 8 Cuddle Quilt ($76) ____D. Michaels’ Choice ($28) ____K. Bear Paws in a Bear Paw ($100) ____E. Strippy Stripes ($41) ____L. ____M. Garments in Half the Time ($60) ____F. Blanket Vest ($5) Landscape Art Quilting ($40) ____G. How To Create a T-Shirt Quilt ($35) ____N. ____H. My 2 Baby Sisters ($60)

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Class Selections:

(Mark your choices 1 through 3 with 1 being your first choice.)

____O. My Bubba the Giraffe ($55) ____P. Blackwood Cardigan ($35) ____Q. Paper Pieced Log Cabin Block ($10) ____R. Kentucky Blues ($28) ____S. It’s Not a Log Cabin ($100) ____T. Scandinavian Snowflake ($74) ____U. Two Charms and a Jelly Roll ($20) ____V. Frolicking with Fibers and Fabrics ($15) ____W. Scrappy Pinwheel Quilt ($65) ____X Sew Crazy Eights ($35) ____Y. Boxed In ($35) ____Z. Design Your Own A-Line Skirt ($35) ____AA. Confetti Art Quilt ($40)

For Further Information, Contact: Judy Hetterman, Owen County Cooperative Extension Service (502) 484-5703 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST

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