Miss D's Quilts

Serger Jacket, Joan Friedrich, January 16th
2023-01-16 09:30 - 16:30 UTC | Miss D’s Quilt Shop, 305 St. John’s Ave,, Palatka, FL, 32177, United States
We will be repurposing a black sweat shirt into a designer jacket. Just in time for the chilly days of winter. This jacket will be such a hit you will want to make more than. In fact, you will be making jackets as personalized gifts – from the heart of a designer.
What to bring

using fusible thread
applying elastic, 3 different applications
using the 15mm double fold knit binder
shearing fabric with elastic thread
more on the belt loop binders
inside and outside corners
and more.

This will be your time to ask how, what, when and where.
Bring all your feet and attachments that you have for your machine. I like the foot kits that you can get to go with your machine. They have a wide selection of feet to do all types of applications.
There will be 4-5 projects that will be revealed at the retreat so you will have a sample. There is a notebook with all the stitch out pages for the feet and attachment. Along with fabric to stitch out each technique that will be presented. This notebook make a great reference in the future.
This is a fun filled class. The samples will inspire you to make more out of your serger or show you what a serger will do for your swing needs.
Don’t have a serger but interested in learnng, just let us know and you can rent one for class. Give us a call so that we can arrange for a machine for you.
Don’t have a Baby Lock. Doesn’t matter bring your serger and you will be amazed how much you will learn.
Want to upgrade? Then this is the time.
What to bring to class:

4 spools of Black thread (serger)
12 wt. decorative thread color of your choice Razzle or Madeira decorative 12 wt.
fusible thread (if you don’t have it, Miss D’s does)
Fray Block seam sealant
Extra Serger needles ELx705CF 80/12 and 90/14
1/4″ wonder tape
Wonder clips
Scissors
Note pad and pencil for taking extra notes
Camera/phone for taking pictures of samples
All serger accessories that came with the machine including the cover stitch table, white screws, accessory pouches (2) and all of the contents, telescopic thread guide and antenna, back spool stand and power cord.
Bring any feet that you may have. If you do not have the foot for a particular technique Joan will provide one for you to use at the event. Don’t forget, all feet borrowed must be returned to Joan by the end of the event.
Double eye needle

When: January 16th, Monday
Time: 9:30 – 4:30
Cost: $100.00; fee includes light lunch (3 days) and instructor fee.
Remember any items purchased at Miss D’s for class receive a 15% discount. Please let us know in advance if you will need supplies, so that we can ensure we have what you need at hand.
Here is an introduction to Joan: She enjoys all types of Sewing. She started sewing the age of 6. And has been sewing ever since. When she was in high school she took home economics and started sewing her own clothes. Joan sewed as a young mother and wife but did not pursue a career until the mid-80s. She learned how to quilt and started teaching guilt classes. In 1994 she bought her first Baby Lock serger. Joan learned to use the serger for piecing quilts, home deco projects and making clothes. In March of 2000 she became a National Baby Lock Educator teaching around the country. She likes all aspects of the sewing world has to offer these days. She has become a master of the serger and offers technique and project classes. Being a quilter for many years her love for quilting is very passionate. Some of her accomplishment are: being a guest on the Nancy Zieman show when she created Serger crochet. In 2002 she became a Certified Martha Pullen license instructors for Baby Lock. Teaching at the Nancy Zieman Sewing Retreat has inspired her to make projects for various levels of sewers. She resides on a working farm in northern Alabama.

Please note the start time of the class, out of respect and courtesy for all attending, plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early so that you might be set up and ready to go at the start time. If you need any assistance moving, loading, and setting up your machine, please let us know.
Please note: Classes must be paid in advance, you are placed on wait list until class fees are paid. Cancellations will be accepted until 7 days prior to class, you may be offered the option of store credit or refund. Miss D’s will work with you every way possible. No refunds or store credit available after this date.

Serger Savvy I Boot Camp, Joan Friedrich, January 12 - 14, 2023
2023-01-12 09:30 - 2023-01-14 16:30
Curious about what a serger can do? Or do you want to learn more about a serger or even sharpen your serger skills? This 3-day class is dedicated to helping you learn more about a serger whether you are novice or experienced. Some of the techniques that will be covered are quilt blocks. ruffling, zipper insertion (regular and invisible). Easy piping insertion, cover hem, decorative stitching, and flat locking. Learn to do serger crochet by the original creator, blanket stitch, pin tucking 3 different ways. Belt loop binder with elastic insertion, and wave stitch among other tips ad techniques. Bring your Baby Lock serger or we will provide you with one. This is a fun filled class. The samples will inspire you to make more out of your serger or show what a serger will do for your swing needs.
Don’t have a serger but interested in learnng, just let us know and you can rent one for class. Give us a call so that we can arrange for a machine for you.
Don’t have a Baby Lock. Doesn’t matter bring your serger and you will be amazed how much you will learn.
What to bring to class:

3 spools of white serger thread
2 spools of black serger thread
2 spools of 12wt blendables thread for the serger crochet technique any color
Fray Block seam sealant
Extra Serger needles ELx705CF 80/12 and 90/14
1/4″ wonder tape
Wonder clips
Scissors
Note pad and pencil for taking extra notes
Camera/phone for taking pictures of samples
All serger accessories that came with the machine including the cover stitch table, white screws, accessory pouches (2) and all of the contents, telescopic thread guide and antenna, back spool stand and power cord.
Bring any fee that you may have. If you do not have the foot for a particular technique Joan will provide one for you to use at the event. Don’t forget, all feet borrowed must be returned to Joan by the end of the event.
Double eye needle

When: January 12th and 14th, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Time: 9:30 – 4:30 both days
Cost: $250.00; fee includes light lunch (3 days) and instructor fee.
Kit Fee: $45.00 to be paid to instructor; cash preferred.
Remember any items purchased at Miss D’s for class receive a 15% discount. Please let us know in advance if you will need supplies, so that we can ensure we have what you need at hand.
Here is an introduction to Joan: She enjoys all types of Sewing. She started sewing the age of 6. And has been sewing ever since. When she was in high school she took home economics and started sewing her own clothes. Joan sewed as a young mother and wife but did not pursue a career until the mid-80s. She learned how to quilt and started teaching guilt classes. In 1994 she bought her first Baby Lock serger. Joan learned to use the serger for piecing quilts, home deco projects and making clothes. In March of 2000 she became a National Baby Lock Educator teaching around the country. She likes all aspects of the sewing world has to offer these days. She has become a master of the serger and offers technique and project classes. Being a quilter for many years her love for quilting is very passionate. Some of her accomplishment are: being a guest on the Nancy Zieman show when she created Serger crochet. In 2002 she became a Certified Martha Pullen license instructors for Baby Lock. Teaching at the Nancy Zieman Sewing Retreat has inspired her to make projects for various levels of sewers. She resides on a working farm in northern Alabama.

Please note the start time of the class, out of respect and courtesy for all attending, plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early so that you might be set up and ready to go at the start time. If you need any assistance moving, loading, and setting up your machine, please let us know.
Please note: Classes must be paid in advance, you are placed on wait list until class fees are paid. Cancellations will be accepted until 7 days prior to class, you may be offered the option of store credit or refund. Miss D’s will work with you every way possible. No refunds or store credit available after this date.
Please note the start time of the class, out of respect and courtesy for all attending, plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early so that you might be set up and ready to go at the start time. If you need any assistance moving, loading, and setting up your machine, please let us know.
Please note: Classes must be paid in advance, you are placed on wait list until class fees are paid. Cancellations will be accepted until 14 days prior to class, you may be offered the option of store credit or refund. Miss D’s will work with you every way possible. No refunds or store credit available after this date.

Intermediate Free Motion Quilting, Saturday, January 7th, 1:30 - 4:30
2023-01-07 13:30 - 16:30
Iris’ plans for this month include exploring the world of designs, transferring them onto your fabric, being able to look at artwork and identifying shapes and designs. This process will open a whole new world of quilting for you.
The first Friday and Saturday of each month Miss D’s offers you an additional option for expanding your quilting experience. Iris, an award winning quilter and Handi Quilter Certified instructor, will be here for hands on quilting. On Saturday afternoons, it will be all about free motion quilting on the long-arm for anyone with the desire to expand/increase their hand guided or ruler work skills. Plus, projects which can be completed on the long-arm will included in the course. On Saturday afternoon you will review topics from the prior month and will be guided through new projects that are intended to build upon the prior month topics.
The class is open to everyone regardless of machine brand you own. Attendees in this class should have prior experience in hand guided and ruler work. Iris will discuss various topics throughout the day including thread, tension, fabrics, patterns, rulers and various techniques. She will be able to answer your questions which are machine independent.
This is a hands-on class for anyone who has experience with hand guided long-arm quilting, so be prepared to practice what you learn in class. Sometimes there might even be some fun homework assignments.
Don’t have a long-arm but want to learn about them to make a well-informed decision before buying (remember, we are here to help with your purchase with great prices and support) or interested in renting our long-arm to complete your own quilt then this class is for you.
Class fee includes a light lunch, so it is important we have a count of students at least 1 day prior to the event.
Please note the start time of the class, out of respect and courtesy for all attending, plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early so that you might be set up and ready to go at the start time. If you need any assistance moving, loading, and setting up your machine, please let us know.
Please note: Classes must be paid in advance, you are placed on wait list until class fees are paid. Cancellations will be accepted until 14 days prior to class, you may be offered the option of store credit or refund. Miss D’s will work with you every way possible. No refunds or store credit available after this date.

Intermediate Pro-Stitcher, Saturday, January 7th, 9:00 - Noon
2023-01-07 09:00 - 12:00
Taking your designs from Pro-Stitcher and editing them in designer is one of the magic steps that you will learn in this class. The auto-digitize feature will let you turn drawings in to quilting designs, resize them and quilt your custom quilts on a whole new level. And, Iris will be guiding you and sharing the some of the many features of Pro-Stitcher and Designer you may not be aware of.
The first Friday and Saturday of each month Miss D’s offers options for expanding your quilting experience.
The Intermediate Pro-Stitcher series of classes is intended for those who are knowledgeable of Pro-Stitcher and with experience using the software. Iris, an award winning quilter and Handi Quilter Certified instructor, will be here to provide instruction through lecture and hands on quilting that will explore more advanced features of the software. The course content starts with the assumption that students are beyond the basics and starts with advanced use of the functions of the software. As an added bonus the instructor will be introducing Pro-Stitcher Designer to the group and over time helping you learn how to use this tool more successfully.
When attending the Pro-Stitcher class make certain to download Pro-Stitcher Simulator on your laptop and bring your laptop to class. Always ensure your Pro-Stitcher is updated to the latest version. You will initially utilize your simulator software to create patterns but since this is a hands-on class you will also stitch out your design.
Class fee includes a light lunch, so it is important we have a count of students at least 1 day prior to the event.
Please note the start time of the class, out of respect and courtesy for all attending, plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early so that you might be set up and ready to go at the start time. If you need any assistance moving, loading, and setting up your machine, please let us know.
Please note: Classes must be paid in advance, you are placed on wait list until class fees are paid. Cancellations will be accepted until 14 days prior to class, you may be offered the option of store credit or refund. Miss D’s will work with you every way possible. No refunds or store credit available after this date.

Introduction to Pro-Stitcher, Friday, January 6th, 9:00 - Noon
2023-01-06 09:00 - 12:00
This is the class for the new Pro-Stitcher owner, we will cover what a tab, ribbon and sidebar is. Features such as resize, repeat, skew and many more will be covered and used in class. Being able to complete a quilt using Pro-Stitcher is going to on your to-do list when you get home.
The first Friday and Saturday of each month Miss D’s offers you an option for expanding your quilting experience. Iris, an award winning quilter and Handi Quilter Certified instructor, will be here for hands on quilting. On Friday, the morning is all about Pro-Stitcher on the long-arm for beginners. On Friday, you will be introduced in the wonder filled world of quilting using your software. Iris will begin by introducing you to the basics of quilting with software and then each subsequent month will provide training to help you master your software. As you learn your software in class, you will learn new techniques and software functions on the long-arm, explore ways to become more productive or artistic using the software and maybe create some projects along the way. Different topics will be covered each month.
When attending the Pro-Stitcher class make certain to download Pro-Stitcher Simulator on your laptop and bring your laptop to class. Always ensure your Pro-Stitcher is updated to the latest version. You will initially utilize your simulator software but this is also a hands-on class. First you build it in simulate then stitch it out.
If you do not have Pro-Stitcher but do have a computerized system and believe you might be able to gain some knowledge from class, then please attend. You will definitely take away at least one new idea for your quilting from each class.
For those of you who own a long-arm but not Pro-Stitcher, this is a great class to attend to become an informed quilter and make your decision with confidence. As you know, we offer great prices, support and classes to support our quilting community.
Class fee includes a light lunch, so it is important we have a count of students at least 1 day prior to the event.
Please note the start time of the class, out of respect and courtesy for all attending, plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early so that you might be set up and ready to go at the start time. If you need any assistance moving, loading, and setting up your machine, please let us know.
Please note: Classes must be paid in advance, you are placed on wait list until class fees are paid. Cancellations will be accepted until 14 days prior to class, you may be offered the option of store credit or refund. Miss D’s will work with you every way possible. No refunds or store credit available after this date.

Intro/Beginning Free Motion Quilting, Friday, January 6th, 1:30 - 4:30
2023-01-06 01:30 - 16:30
In this class we will cover the basic quilting elements such as; easy peasy all over designs which will include stippling, geometrical designs, and curly q’s. Free motion quilting is not just about the design elements but also about spacing, all over cohesiveness and style. Once you learn how to scale your designs, mix and match them you will be on your way to create some masterpieces.
The first Friday and Saturday of each month Miss D’s offers you an additional option for expanding your quilting experience. Iris, an award winning quilter and Handi Quilter Certified instructor, will be here for hands on quilting. On Friday afternoons, it will be all about free motion quilting on the long-arm for anyone with the desire to learn hand guided, ruler work or simple projects on a long-arm . On Friday afternoon you will review topics from the prior month and will be guided through new projects that are intended to expand your skills.
The class is open to everyone regardless of machine brand you own or experience level. Iris will discuss various topics throughout the day including thread, tension, fabrics, patterns, rulers and various techniques. She will be able to answer your questions which are machine independent.
This is a hands-on class for anyone who is new to hand guided long-arm quilting, so be prepared to practice what you learn in class. Sometimes there might even be some fun homework assignments.
Don’t have a long-arm but want to learn about them to make a well-informed decision before buying (remember, we are here to help with your purchase with great prices and support) or interested in renting our long-arm to complete your own quilt then this class is for you.
Class fee includes a light lunch, so it is important we have a count of students at least 1 day prior to the event.
Please note the start time of the class, out of respect and courtesy for all attending, plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early so that you might be set up and ready to go at the start time. If you need any assistance moving, loading, and setting up your machine, please let us know.
Please note: Classes must be paid in advance, you are placed on wait list until class fees are paid. Cancellations will be accepted until 14 days prior to class, you may be offered the option of store credit or refund. Miss D’s will work with you every way possible. No refunds or store credit available after this date.
