Quilting Classes and Sewing Classes
Learn new skills and make new friends during your next quilting class at Atlanta's friendliest quilt shop. We love quilting with friends! That's why we have a full schedule of classes, clubs, and quilting groups here at Cottontail Quilt Shop. Everyone is welcome, and we have groups suitable for all skill levels. See the upcoming Class descriptions below or click on our Class Calendar below to pick the dates for the classes you want to take. We're looking forward to seeing you!
Class Calendar
This group loves English paper piecing! If you would like to join them and either show off your EPP skills or learn a new skill, feel free to join them.
Cost: $ 5.00
This group loves English paper piecing! If you would like to join them and either show off your EPP skills or learn a new skill, feel free to join them.
Cost: $ 5.00
Have you been quilting for a while? Then you might be ready for some advanced quilting classes with more sophisticated quilt patterns and techniques! Come and learn some advanced techniques to use in your quilting projects. Muriel has been quilting and teaching for a long time. You are sure to gain a wealth of knowledge from her & others in the class.
Cost: $ 50.00
The Atlas Zipper Case is the perfect quilted organizer to keep your items contained and orderly. The inside includes two large slip pockets, one large zipper pocket, and two small zipper pockets that are great for storing sewing supplies, electronics, jewelry, makeup, or everyday essentials. The outside of the Atlas Zipper Case is secured with a zipper closure, keeping everything safe inside. Finished Size: 8 x 10 when closed, 16 x 10 when open.
Cost: $ 35.00
Say goodbye to tiny needles and itty bitty stitches! Big Stitch Quilting is an opportunity to marry ancient practices with modern embroidery to add bold decorative stitches to your quilting. You will have the opportunity to try multiple needles and threads on a smaller lap project. Once you get the hang of this easy going, rhythmic process you’ll never turn back. Big stitch quilting is a wonderful way to express yourself in thread on all your projects.
Cost: $ 40.00
Learn the technique of bias double-fold binding, crisp corners, machine or hand finishes. Class will also include a discussion of other binding techniques such as mock bindings and "pillow turn" bindings. Rather than working on a quilt, students will work on attaching bias binding to an 18" square of pre-quilted fabric that will be turned into a cute "Three Pocket Purse".
Cost: $ 50.00
Ever wanted to learn Jacqueline de Jonge patterns? This is a perfect class/project to do - two days of paper piecing with an instructor with a walk away of 6 placemats and a table runner.
Cost: $ 60.00
Bags for Featherweight suitcase, pattern has three zippered bags in a variety of sizes and shapes, a vinyl topped pad to protect work surface, and more. Perfect for organizing your sewing notions and tools.
Cost: $ 70.00
Unlock your quilting potential in this five-session course designed to build a strong foundation in free-motion quilting and ruler work on a domestic sewing machine. Whether you’re brand new to these techniques or looking to improve control and consistency, this class provides clear instruction and guided practice to help you quilt with confidence. Throughout the course, you’ll quilt a table runner that serves as both a focused skill-building project and a polished finished piece. Each session introduces a new technique—progressing logically from free-motion fundamentals to ruler-guided designs—allowing skills to build steadily without feeling overwhelming. By the end of the series, you’ll have improved stitch control, increased confidence, and practical strategies you can apply to future quilting projects.
Cost: $ 125.00
Have you ever wanted to learn how to do English Paper Piecing (EPP)? Our instructor Kristie will walk you through how to get started, necessary materials, available resources, and you'll even start an EPP pin cushion.
Cost: $ 35.00
Create this cheerful floral quilt while building one of the most useful quilting techniques you'll ever learn—snowballed corners. This pattern is filled with opportunities to practice accurate snowballing, helping you gain confidence in creating crisp points and perfectly aligned blocks. Along the way, you'll also work with easy piecing techniques to create a quilt that looks intricate but comes together one flower at a time. This class is appropriate for confident beginners and experienced quilters alike. If you've ever wanted to improve the accuracy of your snowballed corners, this is the perfect skill-building project. You'll leave with a beautiful quilt and techniques you'll use in countless future patterns.
Cost: $ 40.00
This is an introduction to Judy Niemeyer paper pieced quilt patterns. YOU MUST HAVE FOUNDATION PAPER PIECING EXPERIENCE TO TAKE THIS CLASS.
Cost: $ 120.00
Let your imagination and creativity run wild! Create your own landscape quilt using a variety of different fabrics. We’ll explore different examples, styles and techniques in this class. Part of the fun of this class is picking and using fabrics to “see things that aren’t there”, like seeing a mountain in a piece of Stonehenge fabric. Think about different colors and textures when picking fabrics for this project. Batiks, Stonehenge, gradient, small floral and novelty fabrics work great! ? Bring an optional picture for inspiration and fabrics that match the colors.
Cost: $ 40.00
Join us to create the stunning Park Place quilt using the innovative Wonder Curve ruler by Sew Kind of Wonderful! Learn how to cut and sew curves with ease - no pins, no glue, no stress! Perfect for quilters looking to try something new or build confidence with curved piecing. You're sure to have lots of fun and make friendships too!
Cost: $ 180.00
You will use a printed photo of the dog you wish to feature. This will guide your fabric placement on the pattern By Emily. This is an intermediate class, prior fabric collage experience is helpful. You will need the 'Pop Art Pups' pattern of choice, purchase online and download to bring to class.
Cost: $ 60.00
Stitcher’s Suitcase is a machine carrier/travel bag designed to fit a Singer 221/222 Featherweight or other small sewing machine. It makes a great travel or retreat bag! The wide opening makes packing and access effortless. It has multiple interior and exterior pockets keep cords, foot pedal, bobbins, tools, and even manuals organized and within reach.
Cost: $ 70.00
This group loves English paper piecing! If you would like to join them and either show off your EPP skills or learn a new skill, feel free to join them.
Cost: $ 5.00
This group loves English paper piecing! If you would like to join them and either show off your EPP skills or learn a new skill, feel free to join them.
Cost: $ 5.00
This group loves English paper piecing! If you would like to join them and either show off your EPP skills or learn a new skill, feel free to join them.
Cost: $ 5.00
Class Overview (2 Class Hours/month) For those of you who love to read, this is the perfect class! Read a fun book, discuss women's issues (aka a quilter's therapy session), and make a quilt - this club has it all! We will be reading a charming series of books by Jennifer Chiaverini (only one book each 4-month session) about friendships and maybe some new things about quilting. In July, we begin the book "Circle of Quilters". In addition to a book discussion, we'll be making a Summer Row Quilt this quarter. Sign up today so you won't miss any of the fun as we start this new book in a fun series!
Cost: $ 50.00
Get together with friends and have fun working on projects from popular quilt designer, Lori Holt. Projects vary, but each month you will learn tips, techniques, and shortcuts for making some of Lori's favorite quilts. Have fun collecting Lori Holt fabrics, learning from demos, stitching up a masterpiece, participating in show & tell, and more! Above all, you will treasure your quilting friendships.
Cost: $ 60.00
Muriel has a huge stash of materials and you're going to love seeing how she attempts to use it up for this club! Each month you will get a new quilt project with tips, techniques, and shortcuts for making the quilts. Emphasis will be on showing you how to use YOUR stash materials in new and creative ways. In addition, you will be encouraged to finish some of the UFO's you have tucked away. And, for a sweet reward, you will also get a delicious pie recipe each month! So, tie on your apron and join us for food and fun in an old-fashioned quilting bee-type atmosphere. This is an on-going club that meets monthly. No need to bring a sewing machine to class, but you are encouraged to bring a hand project to work on if you'd like.
Cost: $ 50.00
Delve back into the past and study quilts from the Civil War era. Each month we?ll learn about fabric styles and colors that will give your quilts a vintage look. Reproduction-style quilt projects each month with tips, techniques, and shortcuts for making the quilts along with block exchanges, fabric swaps, and other fun challenges. This is an on-going club that meets monthly.
Cost: $ 50.00
Ready for a little adventure with your sewing machine? Join us for a one-of-a-kind 4-day quilt retreat where the design is a secret...and the excitement builds with every stitch. Expect plenty of sewing time, laughter with fellow quilters, and the magical moment when all the pieces come together. No peeking ahead - just trust the process and enjoy the journey. Spots are limited - secure yours and be part of the mystery!! Price includes the pattern, 3 different projects, and 3 lunches (students are on their own for one lunch). Fabric kit to be determined at a later date.
Cost: $ 180.00
Join us for a no cost community support sew-in. All day we will make as many pillowcases for Ryan's Cases for Smiles as we possibly can. This organization supports children in treatment for childhood cancer.
Cost: $ FREE
New Skills for All Skill Levels
Whether it's your first time in front of a sewing machine or your 50th year in the hobby, we have a class for you. Our friends come from all over Atlanta and Georgia to learn how to master the basics, work with different fabric and patterns, and enjoy a good chat session.
Here are some things you can learn in our classes:
- How to sew basic and advanced stitches
- Embroidery and decorative stitching for a quilt or garment
- How to read and follow a pattern from start to finish
- Using different materials in quilts and clothing
- Getting the most out of your notions and accessories
Learning more about quilting is really fun in a class environment. Beginners can learn from those who have been threading needles for many years. We love sharing knowledge and tips to help everyone enjoy quilting even more.
Friendly Instructors and Members
Our groups love to come together to help everyone finish a project. We even have a PhD group - that's "Project Half Done!" The hosts and leaders teach new skills and provide encouragement to help you start and finish your quilts.
Our classes are perfect for asking questions so you can get great results right from the beginning. The teacher will help you get started, choose a good project if you don't already have one, and offer you tips and support so everything comes together beautifully.
Moreover, our teachers regularly attend seminars and workshops themselves to remain updated with the latest quilting techniques. They often invite guest instructors, recognized in the quilting community, to share their expertise. Frequent potluck dinners and community events further solidify the bond among members, making every class feel like a gathering of close friends.
All Classes are Hosted at our Store Near Marietta, GA
Cottontail Quilt Shop is in Kennesaw, which is just outside Marietta, GA, and about half an hour from downtown Atlanta. All our classes are in person, so everyone can chat, look around the shop, and relax in a space designed for quilting.
There is a cost to join most of our classes. You can find a complete description of each class on the calendar. If you have all your supplies, that's great! If you need some fabric, notions, or other items, many of these can be purchased in the store. Furthermore, our store boasts a vast collection of fabrics, patterns, and quilting tools, carefully curated from around the world. Monthly sales events and loyalty programs ensure that students can procure the best materials at competitive prices.
We also host yearly quilting retreats, where students can immerse themselves in quilting, away from the daily hustle and bustle. Our in-house cafe serves refreshments, making it an ideal spot for quilters to discuss projects over a cup of tea.
Sign Up for Your Next Class on Our Live Calendar