thebestis@joalstyles.com 403.546.3882(phone) 403.546.4399(fax) Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Saturday 10am-5pm
UFO Dates
March 24
Where any project is welcome, potluck lunch, & help as you need it!
$15 per day
*Bag Ladies are FREE!
Retreat
Our Spring Retreat is planned for April 13, 14 & 15. Call for details and to register.
Block of the Month's
WinterFresh
We're starting a new BOM this fall, called Winterfresh. Designed by Next Step Quilt Designs of Calgary, this 98" x 98" quilt has a large shadow star in the middle, and a variety of sizes of stars twinkling in and about. We'll meet the 2nd Wednesday of each month, starting September 14. Potluck supper at 5:30 and evening class from 6:30 - 9:30 pm. Previous unfinished BOM's are welcome; you need to get them finished to enjoy them!
BCS Mystery Quilt Club
Quilter's Romance
We are pleased to introduce our new mystery project which started in early October and will be available for pick up 2nd wdnesday of each month after that, finishing next year. Mail outs are possible; we will charge an extra $5 at registration to help cover postage costs. We can still get you started, so call for more details.
$30 registration fee
Embrace Your Bernina
Learn to use the features of your machine to create wonderful gifts. Decorative stiches, applique, and embroidery are all covered in these classes. We will start with the clutch, and you can choose which project we make next. It's all about helping you use and enjoy your machine.
1st Wednesday morning of each month, 9am - 12pm
Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7...
Bring 2-3 fat 1/4's per project
$20 per class includes stabilizers and batting, with special coupons good for that day only!
Vintage Quilts Display
Inspired by Martha Lynn's vintage truck show, we have chosen several of our favorites, including Chain Link and Golden Wedding Ring, and have them on display for your pleasure., so come in for a peek. We have lots of patterns to choose from, so ask how to make your own favorite.
French Braid Quilt or Runner
Simple Piecing... Spectacular Quilts
A run of 10-12 colors, a focal print for borders and you are well on your way to creating this spectacular quilt. Book required.
Fridays
Oct 7 & 21
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
$50
Hollow Cubes and Kaleidoscope Blocks
Learn to use the 60 degree ruler to create hollow cubes and kaleidoscope blocks without tricky inset seams. This is a fun class and back by request! Books recommended.
Fridays
Oct 28 & Nov 9
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
$60

Basic Machine Maintenance
Al will have you taking apart your machine, cleaning in places you didn't know needed it, and oiling in the right spots. Discussions on when to clean & how often to change needles. A must take class!
Saturday
postponed until new year
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
OR
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
$30
All Emerson
15% coupon for use the day of class
Hand Applique
Explore the excitement of hand applique' with Monica, who learned applique' from Kathy Dunigan, and furthered her knowledge in classses with Eli Sienkiewicz. You will be making a simple project to start, with several different applique' techniques. We will be looking at embellishments of threads, ribbons, and beads to further excite you.
Wednesdays
October 5, 12 & 19
1:00 - 4:30 pm
$60
Family Quilt
A simple block made in 2 color sets & added to the family theme embroidered block make this a delightful quilt to hang or cuddle with. Size of quilt can be easily changed.
Mondays
October 26
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
November
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
$45
Holiday Medallions
This luxurious medallion quilt has fussy cut centers and diagonal corners which enhance this elegant quilt.
Fridays
Dec 2 & 9
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
$45
Cell Phone Bag
These are so simple to make, you can have one for every outfit and still give several away.
Wednesday
November 2
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
$30 includes pattern and stabilizer
Fabulous Scarves
Easier than knitting, these fabulous scarves are stitched on your machine. Yarn kits are included in class fee. Make one for yourself, and several for gifts.
Thursday
October 4
10:30 am - 4:30 pm
$35
It's Elementary
Join us for our "Quilting Primer" - the course to teach you the basics and springboard you on to new heights in quilting annd sewing! No experience necessary! Learn how to choose colours, use your cutting tools, prepare fabric, sew a 1/4" seam, piece blocks, applique', border, quilt, and bind! It sounds like a lot but it's only the beginning!!!
Thursdays
October 20 - November 17
10:30 am - 4:30 pm
$95 includes book
Machine Quilting in Sections
This is the class you have been waiting for!! Are you tired of having all those quilt tops and no finished quilts? Do you want to do your own quilting and control your quilting design? Does the cost of custom quilting totally scare you? We have the solution for you! Construct your quilt in smaller sections, quilt, and assemble - it's that easy! Join us for this informative technique class and learn to look at your quilts in a totally different way!
October 19
6-9 pm
$55 includes book
Trendy Totes
Add embroidery or applique' to create a wonderful bag for yourself or a friend. Each one is unique, want a different style? Talk to us about it.
Messenger Bag
Wednesday
Nov 30
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
$25
Maggie May Bag
Friday
Nov 18
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
$25
Free Motion Quilting
Try your hand at free motion with an industry expert. Learn the basics of free motion including how to make all the adjustments to your machine from our sewing machine technician.
Saturday, November 12
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
$60 includes quilt sandwich kit
Al