Cottontail Quilt Shop 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.
Class Calendar
Clubs
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
A fun way to learn more about your Featherweight while making fun small projects or blocks.
Cost: $ 50.00
A club designed for lovers of Jane Austen and Jane Austen fabric lines! Drop in for tea and scones, a discussion of a book by Jane Austen, an exploration of Regency Era clothing and hat styles, and fun Victorian etiquette, crafts and games. With Muriel?s help, you will also design a quilt project of your choosing using fabrics reproduced from fabrics of the early 1800?s or follow Muriel?s lead and make a Lemoyne Star Sampler Quilt ? each month the techniques for a unique Lemoyne Star block will be demonstrated.
Cost: $ 50.00
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
Feeling overwhelmed by the fabric and UFOs you have in your stash? Want to see them disappear? This is the class for you! Start with a list of PhDs (Projects Half Done), come to class, and let Muriel help you with the problem areas, whether it's design help, brushing up on skills, using specialty rulers, or just getting motivated to finish something. Each month will also include lots of tips, shortcuts, and inspiration. Finish all your projects by the end of the year to earn your PhD degree in quilting!
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
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
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
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