For Home and Family
General Butler State Resort ParkCarrollton, Kentucky
Educational programs of the Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service serve all people regardless of race,color, age, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.
April 10 – 12, 2017
Monday, April 10
Eastern Time
6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Registration and Educational Displays
7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Classes
A. Rotary Cutter Bag D. Upcycled Necktie Scarf
B. Let’s Make a Pillow E. Sit & Sew on Your Own
C. Fun Bag
Tuesday, April 11
8:30 a.m. Registration and Educational Displays
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Classes
11:30 - 12:30 p.m. Lunch
6:00 p.m. Buffet Dinner
“Through Tragedy, Challenge, Perseverance, and Triumph: A Quilter is Born.” A native of East Tennessee, in the early 1980’s Elizabeth Burns moved from Miami, Florida to southern Indiana where she began working as a dispatcher for the Indiana State Police. Following years of dispatching help to others, Burns found herself on the receiving end of dispatch help when she was involved in a near fatal accident. Burns faced years of reconstructive surgeries, while at the same time she had to accept the total loss of her sight.
She married her husband, Ronnie in 1998, and lived in Salem, Indiana until 2015. She currently resides in Mount Carmel, Tennessee. Burns loves the outdoors, and can often be found puttering in her flowers or garden. Burns is a homemaker who loves to sew, a talent that is evidenced by the many handmade quilts, placemats, table runners, and other hand crafted items that decorate their home. Burns began piecing quilts in the year 2000, twelve years after she became totally blind. She is an avid quilt maker who has won many Best of Show ribbons for her work. She is a member of the Highland Homemakers in Washington County, Indiana and a member of several quilt guilds.
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Showcase of Previous Sewing Expo Projects
8:00 p.m. Exhibits – Instructor Show Case Join Expo instructors as they share, demonstrate, and sell their wares.
Wednesday, April 12
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Classes
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch
All Wrapped Up Present Quilt
Custom Windows in a Day
Tuffet
Sew Together Bag
Flights of Fancy
Serger Fashion: Cardigan
Zip it Up!
Scalloped Pillow
Snail’s Trail
Swirls and Twirls
Getting the Most from Your Cover Serger
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Paper Piecing Quilt Blocks
Three Wise Men Wall Quilt
Urban Cabin
Tote with a Cool Handle
Zig-Zaggity
Delectable Mountains Quilted Table Topper
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Star of Bethlehem Tree Skirt
Blueberry Hill
One and Only
Little Black Dress Accessory Holder
Quilted Purse/Tote
Class Skill Level Ratings
Beginner: Must be able to thread sewing machine and wind bobbin(s). Must have knowledge of sewing terms, be
able to read a pattern, and be capable of performing basic sewing machine techniques.
Intermediate: Must have good command of sewing skills, knowledge and operation of sewing machine or serger
and sewing techniques, and be able to read and follow pattern instructions without assistance.
Advanced: Must be proficient at most sewing techniques in the subject area, including knowledge of and using
many sewing machine features.
Look for the skill level rating of each class.
Monday, April 10
A. Rotary Cutter Bag – Kathy R. Byrnes
(Intermediate Skill Level) Make this cute zippered
bag that has a clear vinyl front panel. This bag safely
holds your rotary cutter and ruler, or other small
sewing items. Experience sewing with vinyl and
using quilt clips. Class Fee: $12 Fee Includes: All
fabrics, pattern, and ruler (2 ½ ” x 6 ½ ”) Project Size:
5” X 9 ½”
B. Let’s Make a Pillow – Linda Evans, Patsy
Kinman, & Bonny Glass (Beginner Skill Level)
This is a very easy pillow top to make, yet looks very
classy when finished. We will be making 2 back
options, a very easy zipper application and lapped
back. We hope to finish pillow in class. Class Fee: $5
Fee Includes: Pattern Project Size: 16” square
C. Fun Bag – Pam Damour (Intermediate Skill
Level) This fun little bag is the perfect accessory to
hold your make-up, electronics cords, sewing supplies
and more. You can make it from leftover quilt blocks,
pre-cuts, or fabric scraps. Fully lined, it uses one half
of a zipper, has French Seams and is a cinch to make!
Add a wristlet strap and you have an evening bag!
There will be a variety of fabric choices. Class Fee: $5
Fee Includes: All materials and instructions Project
Size: varies
D. Upcycle Necktie Scarf – Marjorie Baker
(Beginner Skill Level) Bring a man’s necktie and
refashion it into a creative, fashion statement piece;
one you’ll be proud to wear. Class Fee: $5 Fee
Includes: Instructions and inspiration Project Size:
18”-24”
E. Sit and Sew on Your Own – Bring your own
unfinished projects and mingle as you sew. Class Fee:
None
F. Star of Bethlehem Tree Skirt – Gretchen
Hudock (Intermediate Skill Level) This tree skir t
can be made into a charming table cloth or topper
with minor cutting changes, included in the pattern.
Rotary cutting techniques simplify the construction of
this project. Class Fee: $40 Fee Includes: Pattern
Project Size: 45” x 45”
Tuesday, April 11
G. Blueberry Hill – Jennifer Klee (Beginner Skill
Level) One jelly roll, plus 1½ yards of fabr ic for
border and binding, and you have a quilt top! With
accurately cut strips, and sewing ¼” seams, you will
complete most, if not all, of your 6” x 12” blocks in
class. This fun project has several options for layout
design. Easy to make a larger size with additional
jelly roll or strips and/or additional borders. Class
Fee: $30 Fee Includes: Pattern and instructions to
make the quilt top Project Size: 56” x 72” (Photo is
86” x 92”)
H. One and Only – Lynnette LeGette
(Intermediate Skill Level) This class is full of
surprises. Amazing results from only one fabric! No
two quilts alike. I dare you to make just one! No
pattern needed. Learn techniques for accurately cutting
multiple layers at one time. Learn methods to
successfully sew bias edges matching designs when
necessary. Bring camera to record the unique designs
that emerge. Class Fee: $35 Fee Includes: Detailed
directions with additional sizes provided in class,
pressing roll, and a useful tool Project Size: 35 1/2” x
35 1/2”
I. Little Black Dress Accessory Holder – Sherry
Schneider (Intermediate Skill Level) This “Little
Black Dress” would be great as a sewing foot holder or
jewelry holder for that non-sewer family member or
friend. Learn to sew with a ruffler if you have one and
learn to sew with vinyl. This is great fun with a
challenging twist thrown in. Come and join the fun!
Class Fee: $40 Fee Includes: Pattern, complete kit
except thread Project Size: 17” x 30”
J. Quilted Purse/Tote – Janice Beatty (Beginner
Skill Level) Pick out 6 colorful fabr ics or your
favorite theme and make a soft sided purse/tote.
Includes an inside pocket, webbing strap handles, a
side snap for your keychain, and a magnetic clasp.
Improve your rotary cutting skills and use the sewing
shortcut of making your squares in a chain. Class Fee:
$20 Fee Includes: Pattern Project Size: 11 1/2”
wide, 8 1/2” tall, 2 1/2” deep
K. Zip it Up! – Pam Damour (Beginner Skill
Level) Join Pam as she teaches you several ways to
insert a zipper. Whether your project is home decor, a
hand bag or purse, putting in a zipper is a cinch when
you know the tricks! Class Fee: $50 Fee Includes: All
fabrics (there will be a variety to choose from),
zippers, written instructions for each technique Project
Size: varies
L. Scalloped Pillow – Betty Mitchell
(Intermediate Skill Level) Pillows like this are
available in high end decorator shops for hundreds of
dollars. With a few specialty sewing tools you can have
your own for a fraction of the cost! Sew quick, it
actually takes longer to cut out than it does to sew! You
will leave class with a finished pillow case. Class Fee:
$55 Fee Includes: Pillow fabr ic, zipper , thread,
pattern, and stabilizer Project Size: 16” round pillow
cover
M. Snail’s Trail – Sheila Reinke (Beginner Skill
Level) The Snail’s Trail quilt is a favor ite quilt to
make. We will be using the 8” square up ruler by
Creative Grid to make a perfect block every time. You
will have a great time learning this technique in class.
Class Fee: $59 plus $21.25 for 8” square up tool (If
you purchased this ruler during the 2016 Fall Retreat a
new ruler is not needed.) Fee Includes: Pattern and
fabric for quilt top, the fabric kit is precut and ready to
sew when you arrive at class Project Size: 48” x 64”
Wednesday, April 12
P. Paper Piecing Quilt Block – Carla Burt
(Intermediate Skill Level) Come join in the fun of
learning to do paper piecing!! This is a great way to
use up scraps and make colorful, fun blocks for a
table runner, wall hanging, or even a full quilt. Blocks
will be 6 to 8 inches finished. Bring your scraps and
let's have some fun learning a new way to make
points match, and working with those half square
triangles. Class Fee: $60 Fee Includes: Pattern and
freezer paper Project Size: 36” x 42”
Q. Three Wise Men Wall Quilt – Gretchen
Hudock (Intermediate Skill Level) This Christmas
quilt is a paper pieced project. You choose the fabric
to set the tone for the Wise Men. Metallic or cotton or
other specialty fabrics can be used. Students often
share fabrics if someone has the “perfect” one needed.
Depending on ability, you may get at least a couple of
Wise Men done during the class. Class Fee: $40 Fee
Includes: Pattern Project Size: 24” x 36”
N. Swirls and Twirls – Candy Simms
(Intermediate to Advanced Skill Level) Have fun
creating a pinwheel quilt with only squares and half-
square triangles! Learn an efficient and accurate
method to make half-square triangles. Use up some of
your stash while making this bright and cheerful wall
hanging or lap quilt. The finished product looks much
more difficult than it really is! Each finished block
measures 12” square. Students can expect to complete
a minimum of 4 blocks (or the entire wall hanging quilt
top) in class. Class Fee: $36 Fee Includes: Pattern
and directions for all sizes (wall hanging through king
size) Project Size: 39” (4 block) wall hanging OR
51” (9 block) lap quilt
O. Getting the Most from Your Cover Serger –
Marjorie Baker (Intermediate Skill Level) If you
have a Serger that can convert to doing the chain and/or
cover stitch OR a stand-alone Cover Stitch machine,
then you won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn
about using these stitches. Often used for hemming knit
garments, the cover stitch can also be used for
decorative applications. Marjorie will cover the basics
on identifying correct tensions, beginning and ending
stitching, and using decorative threads. Class will make
a number of samples as well as a decorative “canvas”
that can be made into a tote bag or pillow at a later
time. Class Fee: $35 Fee Includes: Spool of Filaine
Acrylic Thread, 1 yard of canvas fabric, book “Serger
Essentials Master the Basics and Beyond” Project Size:
varies
R. Urban Cabin – Jennifer Klee (Beginner Skill
Level) Try this new var iation of a traditional log
cabin. Choose bright or traditional colors/prints for sizes
varying from youth, lap, twin, queen or king paired with a
background fabric to show them off! Project is fat quarter
friendly. Block size is 10” x 14”. Participants may finish
all to most of the blocks, dependent on the size chosen.
Class Fee: $37 Fee Includes: Pattern and instructions
to make the quilt top Project Size: youth to king,
determined by participant. Youth (55” x 74”)
S. Tote With A Cool Handle – Debbie Stidham
(Intermediate Skill Level) Join us to learn a new twist
on making a basic tote bag in three sizes that has a
versatile, different handle. Make it purse size up to one
that will hold a quilt. Add appliques, fancy quilting, or
just leave it plain; the possibilities are endless. Class Fee:
$20 Fee includes: Pattern, instructions, assor tment of
applique shapes Project Size: (small 11” x 9”) (medium
14” x 12”) (large 18” x 16”)
T. Zig-Zaggity – Lynnette LeGette (Intermediate
Skill Level) This class will make you smile. It' s just
fun! No pattern needed. Students will use techniques
that result in accurate cutting and piecing. You will
cut multiple layers and shuffle segments to get the
final block. The keys to success are the easy
techniques used for staying organized during the 'not
usual' assembly process. Students will square-up their
quilt top in class. Class Fee: $35 Fee Includes:
Detailed instructions Project Size: 58” x 74”
U. Delectable Mountains Quilted Table Topper –
Mickie Rader (Beginner Skill Level) Dating back to
as early as the 1700’s this delectable mountains quilted
table topper is simply charming with a pinwheel
center. The piecing for this quilt isn’t hard. Half square
triangles and squares make up the overall pattern. The
design is enhanced by the use of solid, floral and other
softly patterned fabrics. Class Fee: $90 Fee Includes:
Pattern, fabric top, binding top, and sewing thread.
Project Size: 52” square
Y. Sew Together Bag – Marjorie Baker
(Intermediate Skill Level) Create the “best sewing
case” ever and always have exactly what you need for
sewing when traveling or attending class. Loads of
compartments organize everything you need and the
system stays open for easy access to your tools while
sewing. Customize the outside cover with your favorite
decorative elements. Bag construction includes applying
zippers and bindings. Class Fee: $15 Fee Includes:
Pattern Project Size: 10” x 5” x 4”
X. Tuffet – Betty Mitchell (Intermediate Skill
Level) These tuffets are sew much fun, you won't stop
at one! Use your machine and some power tools and
create a one of a kind stool for your home. They make
great gifts too! You will leave class with a finished tuffet
base and with info on various leg styles to complete the
look you want. Class Fee: $70 Fee Includes: Pattern,
foam, button cover kit, decking, and padding Project
Size: 18” round and approximately 8” high without
feet
V. All Wrapped Up Present Quilt – Angie York
(Intermediate Skill Level) April is a great time to get
started checking things off your Christmas list. This
"present" quilt will have your Christmas shopping all
wrapped up in no time. Join us as we practice and learn
basic quilting techniques to create a project anyone will
love to find under the tree this year. Participants should
expect to complete at least half of the blocks in class.
This quilt would also be fabulous in non-holiday prints
to create a birthday or graduation present. One quick and
easy block will open up many possibilities for beginning
and advanced quilters alike. Class Fee: $8 Fee Includes:
Pattern and complete instructions Project Size: 72” x 92”
W. Custom Windows in a Day – Pam Damour
(Intermediate Skill Level) Learn how to design, cut
and sew your own custom window treatments using
Pam’s signature templates system. Class Fee: $65 Fee
Includes: Fabric, lining and accent fabr ic to make a
single, standard size window treatment Project Size: 30”
to 42” wide
Z. Flights of Fancy – Sheila Reinke (Intermediate
Skill Level) This quilt combined pieced blocks along
with fussy cutting strips from fabric to create 4
different panels. The fabric is so beautiful you will feel
like the butterflies are ready to fly right off the fabric.
This quilt will be a wonderful piece to display in your
home this Spring. Class Fee: $89 Fee Includes:
Pattern and fabric for quilt top, the fabric kit is precut
and ready to sew when you arrive at class Project
Size: 60” x 70”
AA. Serger Fashioned: Cardigan – Loretta Haley
(Intermediate Skill Level) Fashion a simple
sweatshirt into a beautiful cardigan with ruffled peplum
and cuffs with your serger. The serger unique stitches
will add depth and beauty to your garment while it’s
ability to sew quickly will afford you a garment from
start to finish in one day. Class Fee: $50 Fee Includes:
Instruction book with multiple serger projects Project
Size: Large
Showcase of previous Sewing Expo projects: You may bring one item for the Show Case. Please list item:
Confirmation: Will be processed after March 1st. You will receive a registration confirmation showing your
classes with class fees and supply lists. Class fees are due by Monday, April 3, 2017.
Cancellation Policy: Request for refund must be received in writing prior to April 3, 2017.
$30.00 cancellation fee will be charged. Refunds will not be given for cancellations postmarked after Monday,
April 3, 2017 or no-shows. General Butler State Resort Park Room Reservations
A block of rooms have been reserved for Sewing Expo conference participants. Mention the “Sewing Expo” to
receive special room rates: Single/Double: $69.95 + tax or 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Cottage Cabins available for $89.95 -
$149.95 + tax. Please make reservations by Friday, March 10, 2017 to ensure your space at these rates.
For reservations call toll free 1-866-462-8853.
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Owen County Extension Service
Sewing Expo
265 Ellis Hwy
Owenton, KY 40359-9300
Registration will be based on postmark
For Further Information, Contact:
Judy Hetterman, Owen County Cooperative Extension Service (502) 484-5703
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
“It’s Sew Fine” 2017
Paper Piecing Quilt Blocks ($60)
Three Wise Men Wall Quilt ($40)
Urban Cabin ($37)
Tote with a Cool Handle ($20)
Zig-Zaggity ($35)
Delectable Mountains Quilted Table Topper ($90)
All Wrapped Up Present Quilt ($8)
Custom Windows in a Day ($65)
Tuffet ($70)
Sew Together Bag ($15)
Flights of Fancy ($89)
Serger Fashioned: Cardigan ($50)
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Star of Bethlehem Tree Skirt ($40)
Blueberry Hill ($30)
One and Only ($35)
Little Black Dress Accessory Holder ($40)
Quilted Purse/Tote ($20)
Zip it Up! ($50)
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Scalloped Pillow ($55)
Snail’s Trail ($59)
____ 8” square up tool ($21.25)
Swirls and Twirls ($36)
Getting the Most from Your Cover Serger
($35)
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Class Selections: (Mark your choices 1 through 3 with 1 being your first choice.)
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Class Selections: (Mark your choices 1 through 3 with 1 being your first choice.)
Monday, April 10, 2017
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Class Selections: (Mark your choices 1 through 3 with 1 being your first choice.)
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Instructor Biographies
Marjorie Baker from Georgetown, is the State Coordinator for the Kentucky Master Volunteer in Clothing Construction Program,
holds a Master’s Degree in Clothing and Textiles and enjoys sewing clothing and colorful quilting projects. She has over 40 years of teaching
experience in sewing and needlework. Marjorie has served on the Sewing Expo steering committee since the beginning.
Janice Beatty from Louisville, a member of ASG and Trained Sewing Instructor. She started sewing in high school, joining 4-H, sewed
colorful hats for surgeons while working in Kosair Children's operating room, home decor and gifts. Janice won 2 Kentucky State Fair ribbons
for doll clothes, has her own business, "The Sewing Kit", and does custom sewing, alterations, window treatments, and sewing lessons. She is
also a part time instructor for JoAnn Fabrics in Louisville.
Carla Burt from Vevay, Indiana started quilting about 25 years ago and enjoys designing and making her own designed quilts. She got
her love of quilting from her great aunt. She loves working with others and sewing their projects.
Kathy Bynes from Covington, has served as a Kentucky Family and Consumer Sciences Educator since 1986, she enjoys sewing home
décor and quilts.
Pam Damour from Champlain, New York, is known as the “Decorating Diva.” She is co-author of “Pillow Talk” and has over 30 years as
an interior designer and sewing professional. She’s a member of SEA, ASG, and AQS. Pam is the host of her own web show “At Home with
the Decorating Diva.” She is the producer of 13 how-to DVDs and much more.
Linda Evans , Patsy Kinman, and Bonny Glass from Grant County, Patsy and Bonny have been master clothing volunteers for 20 years
and Linda for 6 years. They teach adult sewing and quilting in Grant County and 4-H members.
Loretta Haley from Lexington, is a self taught sewer for over 25 years before she had any formal training. She had the opportunity to
go to school and earned a degree in apparel design. She loves to sew and teach sewing.
Gretchen Hudock from Big Canoe, Georgia, professionally quilting 20 plus years with Nancy Zieman nearly 18 years sharing quilting
and organizing tips with thousands on PBS's “Sewing with Nancy”. Author of 2 books and numerous patterns in national publications. Now, a
professional organizer with her own business, “Reorganize Today”.
Jennifer Klee from Versailles, learned to sew as a 4-H’er and has never stopped! She taught sewing to 4-H youth and adults during her 30
plus years as a Kentucky Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, and recently retired.
Lynnette LeGette from Louisville has enjoyed sewing 48 years with clothing, crafts, custom sewing, applique and pieced quilts.
Lynnette’s teaching experiences enable her to interpret quilt patterns and provide techniques for being organized during cutting and assembly
phases thus making the results more successful and the process more satisfying.
Betty Mitchell from Union, has 30 years in Family & Consumer Education with middle and high school. Betty also has 14 years in retail
sewing with teaching, selling machines and in store management. She has written 2 patterns; “Scalloped Pillow” and “Two Purse”.
Mickie Rader from Dillsboro, Indiana began learning to sew at the age of 4 by her grandmother. At age 13 she began piecing quilts and
embroidery. She is a nurse who lives on a small farm in Ohio county, Indiana with her husband, Jacob. Her quilts have received ribbons locally
and State Fair. Her 6 children all enjoy her quilts.
Sheila Reinke from Omaha, Nebraska, started sewing in 2nd grade. Through years of 4-H she found ways to be creative. She taught her
first quilting class in 1991 and sponsors 7 quilt retreats every year were she loves to see others get that creative bug.
Sherry Schneider from Cynthiana does not remember a time when she didn’t have a needle, thread and fabric in her hands. This pas-
sion has now made it’s way into her everyday life as a professional embroiderer and exploring quilting patterns and handmade accessories of all
sorts in her spare time.
Candy Simms from Versailles, is a Certified Master Clothing Volunteer who has been sewing since she was 9 or10 and quilting for
about 20 years. She enjoys teaching adults and children to sew and quilt.
Debbie Stidham from Burlington, learned to sew at age 5 on her great granny’s treadle machine. In college, she earned extra money
hemming skirts, making prom and wedding dresses. Debbie is a retired high school math teacher.
Angie York from Eddyville, is the Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent for Lyon County. She loves cooking, spending time
with family and sewing. She began sewing at an early age, mostly in clothing construction. Just after college she tried her hand at quilting and
has been hooked ever since.
It’s Sew Fine: For Home and Family
April 10– 12, 2017
Owen County Extension Service 265 Ellis Hwy Owenton, KY 40359-9300
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