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2009 Camp Schedule
featuring our terrific Camp Counselors from Threads
(each class includes some campy souvenirs – be sure not to miss out on the fun! )



Saturday June 20
or Wednesday July 29

Camp for Kids - 10:30 a.m. till noon
Teacher: Paula LoBello. 
Introduce your child/grandchild/niece/nephew/neighbor kid to stitching and create future customers for Threads!  We'll use canvas with really big holes and start with some straight stitches.  Easy shape, fun threads - no boredom here!  Minimum age is 6 years, maximum class is six members.


greenWednesday, July 1 or Saturday August 8
Pulled Thread ornament - 10 a.m. for two hours - $35
Teacher: redLavale Riddick

Use a metallic flecked canvas, metallic braid and Vineyard Silk Shimmer to create this beautiful ornament.  You can take out your frustrations by pulling those canvas threads into a new, lacy shape!

 

 


Saturday, July 11 or Wednesday August 12
Talk to our terrific ornament and novelty finisher - 10:30 a.m. for one hour - $10
Teacher: Joan Hippen -

She'll pass along great tips on preparing your canvas for the finished product.  And you thought you just needed to do the stitching!!  She is full of great ideas and will give you some tips to make your finished product really special.


Saturday July 25
Thread Tips - 10:30 a.m. for one hour - $15
Teacher: Gretchen (It’s the name of the store, after all!)  
We'll provide doodle canvases and a basket of our different types of threads for you to try out.  Tips on thread types, storage, project organization, thread sizes, good things, bad things and how to tame a few!  Also previews of new threads to come.


Wednesday August 19
Stitching Tips and Techniques - 10:30 a.m. for one hour - $10
Teacher: Gretchen
We'll discuss beginning an d ending threads, types of frames, beginning a painted canvas, tips on using various tools, road test some tools, book reviews and more!  Bring your questions, too.


Saturday August 22 only
Basketweaving with Beads
- 10:30 a.m. till noon
You may purchase a full kit of the Raymond Crawford "Joy" ornament for $45, or take the class for $25 and buy a different canvas and bring your own beads or take the class for $25 and receive a doodle canvas and some beads  You'll want something to corral your beads for class, so ask about options when you sign up.



COMING IN THE FALL
Planning for the fall?  Be sure to consider joining us for Meredith Willett's two day workshop - Knots, Fur and Turkeywork - Techniques on Sunday, October 18 and use those techniques on Monday, October 19 to create a beautiful and tantalizing tassel on canvas. 

Class will run from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day and a lunch will be planned
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Here are your choices: 

Two days of class and materials - $185

Day one only - Knots Fur and Turkeywork Techniques - class and materials - $100

(Day two is not available as a single option)

Special pricing on Meredith's book Knots, Fur and Turkeywork for participants only - $25 (reg. $30)


You may bring additional threads and beads from your stash, and/or purchase additional threads for class at a 20% discount on class days - you may want to try some new things or spice up your tassel!  You will receive more information about what types of threads and supplies to bring prior to class.  This promises to be great fun - and space is limited, so sign up early!  We have her book in stock with a couple of photos of the tassel models.




Canvas EnhancementHave a old canvas that needs new ideas? 
Make an appointment for a personal consultation - $15 for the first hour and
$10 per hour thereafter.


 
 

Beginner classes: Please call about group or private lessons – several options available

Class prices include all materials except stretcher bars and usual stitching supplies unless noted. To assure your spot and to assist us in planning, a 50% deposit is required at sign up. Class maximum is eight students. All purchases on class day are discounted 10%. Refund policy: Deposits will be refunded up to two weeks prior to class or in the event of student's illness or serious family illness or if there is a waiting list.
Students should bring scissors and other usual stitching supplies. Check class listing for other supplies needed. To assure your spot and to assist us in planning, a 50% deposit is required upon sign up.
Unless noted otherwise, there is an eight student maximum.


All purchases on class day are discounted 10%.

Don’t forget about these perks at Threads, LLC …………

Threads, LLC Customer Loyalty Program – register your birthday with us (day and month only!) and enjoy one day of shopping during that month with 25% off all regularly priced in stock merchandise.

Cannot be combined with other discounts.

Everyday courtesy discount for ANG and EGA members of 10% on all regularly priced in stock merchandise. Please bring proof of active membership (at least the first time!).

Cannot be combined with other discounts.

Schedule a one hour private lesson any day between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for $10 and receive a 10% discount on your purchases. You can schedule a beginner’s lesson, just time to learn a few new stitches or try new threads, or a more involved session with stitch suggestions for a canvas.

Please call us at least two days in advance to insure you receive our undivided attention.




REFUND POLICY: Deposits will be refunded up to two weeks prior to class or in the event of student’s illness or serious family illness or if there is a waiting list.


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