CUSTOM CLASS LIST:

Often time due to schedules and events, we miss the best times for you to attend a class.  Or perhaps you are looking for a Special Ladies Day Outing.  Give us a call at 620-736-2942 and talk with Cynthia or email her at info@needlenahaystack.com .   Grab a couple of friends and start planning for a fun adventure out at the Needle.   Some of her popular classes include:

• "And the Point Is.."--Cynthia's pattern
• "Basketweave"
• Beginning Applique Mug Rug
• Beginning Bargello
• Beginning Log Cabin
• Log Cabin using the Trim Tool--several choices as well as Cynthia's "Midnight Jazz"
• Curved Log Cabin
• "Trim the Tree"--uses both regular and curved log cabin blocks
• "Bindle Bag"
• "Jellies Interlock"--Cynthia's pattern
• "Magic Triangle Table Topper"
• "Pineapple Salad"
• several choices from our "Scrap Pot Pie" series
• "Sticks and Stars"
• various table runners and pillows

Most class descriptions and supply lists can be found throughout the Blog.  In most cases, Cynthia needs a couple of week's notice in order to have patterns, special rulers & supplies ready, so please allow this in your planning.

Starburst Tutorial

        This easy quilt has a lot of good color possibilities:  patriotic, seasonal, special holidays, favorite colors, or even that strip set you've been holding onto for awhile.  Whatever your choice make sure you choose a Background that has enough contrast from your strip colors.  That way your stars will show up the best.  Our sample was made from 1930's reproduction prints.  See pattern for other color examples.
          Please notice that our sample has an extra inner border, like the large throw option 2 on page 4 of the pattern.  This helps frame the main design before you add a fun large border.
          Another difference that I recommend for more advanced quilters is the use of a multi-size flying goose ruler, such as Marti Michell's or Creative Grids.  I used the ruler to cut the peak of Block 1 and the background triangle units.  Stop by the Needle to have Cynthia show you a quick demo if this sounds interesting to you. 

Simplish Tutorial

          If you've watched the YouTube video of Simplish and are thinking, "Gosh, I already have a great 10" square bundle of 40; I wonder if it will work?".  Answer:"Yes"!  If you have a regular 10" square bundle of 40, and  a strip set or 2 1/4 yd background you are set.
          It will take 27 squares, so you can be picky... Use the ones you like the best and that offer the greatest contrast with your background strips.  With the background fabric or one color strip pack, 31 strips will take care of all the sashing and binding. 
          Need the pattern, come into The Needle?  This simple pattern will make you a happy person, as you sew thru the steps.  And we all know--

A happy quilter makes a happy home. 