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September
- December 2007
To register: 503-623-9383, cmgies09@aol.com.
More registration Information.
 Beginning
class
 
Intermediate class
 
Advanced class
Silk Ribbon 
| Monday, December 3 |
6:00 - 8:00 pm |
$19.00 per
session. Kit included in the class price.
You have seen the beautiful silk ribbon books & patterns
and thought, how did they do that? Wow! I would like to learn how
to do that! Carol will show you how to form leaves, flowers and
other embellishments to create a beautiful project using silk ribbon
and silk floss. In no time at all you will be able to create your
own beautiful project.
Silk Ribbon II  
| Wednesday, December 12 |
1:00 - 3:00 pm |
$19.00 per
session. Kit included in the class price.
This intermediate class will allow you to refine the stitches
that you have
learned to date. You will learn the Loop Stitch, Rolled Rose stitch,
as well as
the layered and double color ribbon technique.
Crazy Quilt Block Party
| Tuesday, October 9 |
1:00 - 3:00 pm |
$15.00 per
session.
Explore the wonders of the crazy quilts past and present. Spend
time with Carol learning how to construct a crazy quilt. Bring to
class 6 or more ( 9" x11") silks, satins, velvet, valor
or cotton scraps of material, add a little lace, some buttons, and/or
beads. You will also need your sewing kit and scissors. In class
you will learn how to embellish your crazy quilt block with different
items and fancy embroidery stitches.
Crazy Quilt Block Party II  
| Monday, October 22 |
6:00 - 8:00 pm |
$10.00 per
session.
Now that you have started your crazy quilt block this class
will allow
you to add more fancy stitches and embellishments. Don't forget
those
buttons, beads, lace and other embellishments. If you are working
on a
crazy quilt block please bring your block(s) to class.
Brazilian Embroidery 
| Monday, October 15 |
6:00 - 8:00 pm |
$19.00
per session. Kit included in the class price.
Learn the basic steps needed to create the knots and loops that
form the elegant Brazilian embroidery stitches. Carol will explain
the characteristics of the special thread used and will give you
tips and hints to make it easy & fun!
Brazilian Embroidery II  
| Monday, November 12 |
1:00 - 3:00 pm |
$19.00
per session. Kit included in the class price.
You will learn more than the just the basics in this class. You
will learn how to create and position your stitches to form beautiful
floral patterns.
English Paper Piecing
| Wednesday, October 24 |
1:00 - 3:00 pm |
$10.00 per
session.
If you like hand sewing this is the class for you. Remember
the wonderful Grandma's Flower Garden block pattern? Carol will
teach you how to make your own flower garden blocks. Bring to class
a pair of paper and material scissors and your sewing kit. You will
need three fat quarters of material (two floral and one plain) that
contrast nicely.
Embroidery Fun
| Saturday, October 13 |
9:30 - 11:30 am |
| Tuesday, November 20 |
1:00 - 3:00 pm |
$10.00 per session.
Do you remember the embroidery that Grandma use to do
by hand? If you would
like to learn to embroider this class is for you. Take this opportunity
to learn about
basic embroidery, plus other helpful hints that will enhance your
embroidery.
Everyone is welcome, join in the fun.

WARNING! Embroidery can become addictive...
Class Registration Information
Classes will be held at my home 2074 SE Joseph Lane, Dallas,
OR.
Registration: Registration is very important. Class size
is limited, so please enroll early. Supply lists are given for
each class (by phone) at the time of registration. Family and/or
friends are welcome but must pay for the class. Payment ensures
that you have a space in class.
Class Policies: You may wish to sign up over the phone
or by credit card. If a class does not fill, you will receive
a full refund or credit towards another class. If you cancel at
lease three days in advance, you will receive a full refund. No
refunds will be made after three days before class. Attendance
in class is the responsibility of the student. If you cannot attend,
you are welcome to send someone in your place. Classes are
subject to cancellation if a minimum of (four) students do not
enroll.
General Information: 1) Bring your basic sewing kit; 2)
Children/Babies are not allowed in class; 3) please be on time
or a bit early, all classes start promptly; 4) Dress comfortably;
5) Please do not copy class handouts for you friends - this is
a copyright violation; 6) Due to allergies, please be considerate
of others, do not wear strong perfumes or scents.
Thread In Motion Smocking Guild
- Member of SAGA (Smocking Arts Guild of America
Interested in smocking? You are invited to join in the fun!
Where: Independence Library, Committee Room, 175 Monmouth
Street, Independence, OR
When: The 2nd Thursday of each month from 7:00 - 9:00pm.
For more information call, Teresa Johnson at 1-971-237-5316 or
Carol Giesbrecht at 503-623-9383.

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