Ph: (505) 916-0458
Classes
Craft Fair
This will be a craft fair featuring vendors of Handmade products and baked items only. No resale items. We will also feature our "mini makers" kids ages 8-17 with handmade items. Food trucks, giveaway prizes and special events in the shop as well.
Cost: $ FREE
This will be a craft fair featuring vendors of Handmade products and baked items only. No resale items. We will also feature our "mini makers" kids ages 8-17 with handmade items. Food trucks, giveaway prizes and special events in the shop as well.
Cost: $ FREE
Mystery Quilt Retreat with Debi Montgomery
Aug 7-9 2026 . This is a three day, sleep in your own bed, day retreat hosted by the shop but featuring international quilt teacher and designer Debi Montgomery. her website is https://mysteryquiltsanonymous.com/ to see some of her other fabulous designs. Debi will be designing a unique quilt for us, then walking us through the construction bit by bit to reveal the beautiful mystery! SIGN UP AS FAST AS YOU CAN. THIS WILL SELL OUT!! Read the fine print below for details on cancellation, etc.
Cost: $ 275.00
Aug 7-9 2026 . This is a three day, sleep in your own bed, day retreat hosted by the shop but featuring international quilt teacher and designer Debi Montgomery. her website is https://mysteryquiltsanonymous.com/ to see some of her other fabulous designs. Debi will be designing a unique quilt for us, then walking us through the construction bit by bit to reveal the beautiful mystery! SIGN UP AS FAST AS YOU CAN. THIS WILL SELL OUT!! Read the fine print below for details on cancellation, etc.
Cost: $ 275.00
Saturday Breakfast Club
Come join us the Second Saturday of each month to SHARE! Share your projects and ideas, see our new products and notions, have some delicious breakfast bites and make some sewing connections!
Cost: $ FREE
Come join us the Second Saturday of each month to SHARE! Share your projects and ideas, see our new products and notions, have some delicious breakfast bites and make some sewing connections!
Cost: $ FREE
BEGINNER QUILT PIECING CLASS
SIGN UP WITH THE SIGN UP HERE LINK UNDER THE LISTING PHOTO!! Join us for a 5 session hands-on, beginner-friendly quilting series designed specifically for students who already know how to operate their sewing machine. This class is NOT a “how to use your sewing machine” class — it is a quilting basics workshop for confident machine users who want to learn how to piece quilt blocks and build a complete quilt top. This 5-session course will meet on: January 12, 16, 19, 23, and 26 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Each session builds on the last, teaching you the essential skills every quilter needs while guiding you through the creation of a 50" × 50" quilt top. WHO THIS CLASS IS FOR This class is perfect for you if: You are comfortable using your sewing machine You can thread your machine, wind a bobbin, and sew a straight line You want to learn basic quilting step-by-step without feeling rushed You enjoy creative, supportive, community-style classes This class is not designed for learning how to operate a sewing machine. Students must know how to use their machine prior to class.
SIGN UP WITH THE SIGN UP HERE LINK UNDER THE LISTING PHOTO!! Join us for a 5 session hands-on, beginner-friendly quilting series designed specifically for students who already know how to operate their sewing machine. This class is NOT a “how to use your sewing machine” class — it is a quilting basics workshop for confident machine users who want to learn how to piece quilt blocks and build a complete quilt top. This 5-session course will meet on: January 12, 16, 19, 23, and 26 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Each session builds on the last, teaching you the essential skills every quilter needs while guiding you through the creation of a 50" × 50" quilt top. WHO THIS CLASS IS FOR This class is perfect for you if: You are comfortable using your sewing machine You can thread your machine, wind a bobbin, and sew a straight line You want to learn basic quilting step-by-step without feeling rushed You enjoy creative, supportive, community-style classes This class is not designed for learning how to operate a sewing machine. Students must know how to use their machine prior to class.
English Paper Piecing (EPP)
Are you down with EPP? ha ha if you get that joke you are old like me. Let's learn some hand sewing - this is such a great take a long method. We will set you up with a hexie starter kit and teach you the basics! Everything you need is included in the price but if you want your own fabrics, cut out and bring about 20 2.5 inch squares. . .
Cost: $ 25.00
Are you down with EPP? ha ha if you get that joke you are old like me. Let's learn some hand sewing - this is such a great take a long method. We will set you up with a hexie starter kit and teach you the basics! Everything you need is included in the price but if you want your own fabrics, cut out and bring about 20 2.5 inch squares. . .
Cost: $ 25.00
Longarm Certification/ Longarm Rental 2026
Longarm Certification & Rental Sessions Interested in using our longarm machine for your own quilting projects? These Longarm Certification & Rental Sessions are designed for quilters who want to become certified to rent our longarm in the future or for those who are already certified and want time on the machine for personal projects. During certification sessions, you’ll receive hands-on instruction covering machine operation, safety, setup, and best practices to ensure you feel confident and capable working independently. Once certified, you’ll be eligible to schedule future longarm rental time. Certified users may reserve rental sessions to work on their own quilts during designated time slots. Time slots are limited and available by reservation only. Supplies and preparation requirements apply and may vary by project. Please speak directly with the instructor prior to booking to review requirements, confirm eligibility, and ensure the session is a good fit for your project. Whether you’re getting certified or continuing your quilting journey on our longarm, these sessions provide the space, guidance, and equipment you need to bring your quilts to life. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Shop long-arm can only take a 84 inch backing (frame is 8 ft) the top can be 76 inches. Certification includes: free motion or learn to follow pantograph. How to load your backing, batting and quilt top on longarm frame. How to thread machine, winding M bobbins. Rental: free motion or pantograph, Shop has limited color of threads, the use of pre-wound bobbins can benefit the customer. Preparing your quilt top for quilting on a long arm Trim stray threads, checking all seams to ensure they are all closed. BACKING FABRIC MUST BE SQUARE AND AT LEAST 4" LARGER ON ALL SIDES THAN YOUR QUILT TOP For example:. Quilt Top measures 60” x 60" Backing Fabric at least 68” x 68" but may be bigger BATTING MUST BE AT LEAST 4" LARGER ON ALL SIDES THAN YOUR QUILT TOP. What to bring: The project, you want to quilt (top, batting,backing) Sewing tools, note book, I use an apron when I quilt, This keeps my tools at hands reach.
Cost: $ 69.00
Longarm Certification & Rental Sessions Interested in using our longarm machine for your own quilting projects? These Longarm Certification & Rental Sessions are designed for quilters who want to become certified to rent our longarm in the future or for those who are already certified and want time on the machine for personal projects. During certification sessions, you’ll receive hands-on instruction covering machine operation, safety, setup, and best practices to ensure you feel confident and capable working independently. Once certified, you’ll be eligible to schedule future longarm rental time. Certified users may reserve rental sessions to work on their own quilts during designated time slots. Time slots are limited and available by reservation only. Supplies and preparation requirements apply and may vary by project. Please speak directly with the instructor prior to booking to review requirements, confirm eligibility, and ensure the session is a good fit for your project. Whether you’re getting certified or continuing your quilting journey on our longarm, these sessions provide the space, guidance, and equipment you need to bring your quilts to life. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Shop long-arm can only take a 84 inch backing (frame is 8 ft) the top can be 76 inches. Certification includes: free motion or learn to follow pantograph. How to load your backing, batting and quilt top on longarm frame. How to thread machine, winding M bobbins. Rental: free motion or pantograph, Shop has limited color of threads, the use of pre-wound bobbins can benefit the customer. Preparing your quilt top for quilting on a long arm Trim stray threads, checking all seams to ensure they are all closed. BACKING FABRIC MUST BE SQUARE AND AT LEAST 4" LARGER ON ALL SIDES THAN YOUR QUILT TOP For example:. Quilt Top measures 60” x 60" Backing Fabric at least 68” x 68" but may be bigger BATTING MUST BE AT LEAST 4" LARGER ON ALL SIDES THAN YOUR QUILT TOP. What to bring: The project, you want to quilt (top, batting,backing) Sewing tools, note book, I use an apron when I quilt, This keeps my tools at hands reach.
Cost: $ 69.00
Panel One Block Wonder
Learn how to create a masterpiece from panels. you will learn how to select a great panel for this quilt, how to cut and organize your pieces for a great composition. You will need to purchase 7 identical panels. Check out our great selection of panels on the website. Search panel.
Cost: $ 45.00
Learn how to create a masterpiece from panels. you will learn how to select a great panel for this quilt, how to cut and organize your pieces for a great composition. You will need to purchase 7 identical panels. Check out our great selection of panels on the website. Search panel.
Cost: $ 45.00
Running Free Panel Quilt Class
Join us for a guided panel quilt class featuring the Running Free fabric collection. This class focuses on turning a panel into a cohesive, finished quilt by learning how to plan layout, add complementary borders, and work through key finishing techniques. The Running Free panel and coordinating fabrics will be available for purchase in the shop and are designed to work beautifully together, making fabric selection easy and stress-free. During class, we’ll walk through layout options, border planning, and construction tips so your panel quilt feels balanced and intentional from start to finish. You’ll also gain helpful insight into measuring, cutting, and assembling your quilt top with confidence. This class is ideal for confident beginners and beyond. Basic sewing and machine knowledge is recommended. While the class fee covers instruction, all supplies—including the panel and coordinating fabrics—are not included and must be purchased separately. Come ready to learn, be inspired, and turn a stunning panel into a quilt you’ll be excited to finish.
Cost: $ 30.00
Join us for a guided panel quilt class featuring the Running Free fabric collection. This class focuses on turning a panel into a cohesive, finished quilt by learning how to plan layout, add complementary borders, and work through key finishing techniques. The Running Free panel and coordinating fabrics will be available for purchase in the shop and are designed to work beautifully together, making fabric selection easy and stress-free. During class, we’ll walk through layout options, border planning, and construction tips so your panel quilt feels balanced and intentional from start to finish. You’ll also gain helpful insight into measuring, cutting, and assembling your quilt top with confidence. This class is ideal for confident beginners and beyond. Basic sewing and machine knowledge is recommended. While the class fee covers instruction, all supplies—including the panel and coordinating fabrics—are not included and must be purchased separately. Come ready to learn, be inspired, and turn a stunning panel into a quilt you’ll be excited to finish.
Cost: $ 30.00
Scrappy Club
Meet with Marie and get inspired to use, organize and play with your scraps!! $25 per year. Third Thursday of the month
Cost: $ 25.00
Meet with Marie and get inspired to use, organize and play with your scraps!! $25 per year. Third Thursday of the month
Cost: $ 25.00
Bargello: 2 fabric Bargello Gelato
Join us for a day of making a beautiful bargello quilt. Confident beginner. You will need to come in and select your fabrics for this one. Pattern included. You will need to purchase 1.75 yards each of one of our ombre fabrics, and a coordinating "focus" fabric. no pre-cutting before class.
Cost: $ 40.00
Join us for a day of making a beautiful bargello quilt. Confident beginner. You will need to come in and select your fabrics for this one. Pattern included. You will need to purchase 1.75 yards each of one of our ombre fabrics, and a coordinating "focus" fabric. no pre-cutting before class.
Cost: $ 40.00
Beginner Sewing Class – 5 Session Series
Beginner Sewing Class – 5 Session Series SIGN UP WITH THE SIGN UP HERE LINK UNDER THE LISTING PHOTO!! Dates:April 6,13,20,27 &May4th Time 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Gathering Stitches This class is designed for true beginners—perfect for anyone who knows nothing about their sewing machine. We’ll start with the absolute basics, including learning all the parts of your machine, threading, and practicing essential skills. Each session builds on the last, and you’ll finish one beginner-friendly project every class. Very limited machines are available to borrow, so please message in advance if you need one reserved. Supplies for the first class only will be provided. Cutting mats, ironing boards, and irons will be available for all sessions, but students must bring all additional materials for each project. Click the link below (or copy and paste) for the detailed project list and full supply list, and to purchase your ticket: https://addmi.com/e/beginner-sewing-class-5-class-session-OnOnsIzEv45_MAt0jDY
Cost: $ 135.00
Beginner Sewing Class – 5 Session Series SIGN UP WITH THE SIGN UP HERE LINK UNDER THE LISTING PHOTO!! Dates:April 6,13,20,27 &May4th Time 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Gathering Stitches This class is designed for true beginners—perfect for anyone who knows nothing about their sewing machine. We’ll start with the absolute basics, including learning all the parts of your machine, threading, and practicing essential skills. Each session builds on the last, and you’ll finish one beginner-friendly project every class. Very limited machines are available to borrow, so please message in advance if you need one reserved. Supplies for the first class only will be provided. Cutting mats, ironing boards, and irons will be available for all sessions, but students must bring all additional materials for each project. Click the link below (or copy and paste) for the detailed project list and full supply list, and to purchase your ticket: https://addmi.com/e/beginner-sewing-class-5-class-session-OnOnsIzEv45_MAt0jDY
Cost: $ 135.00
Cork Passport Cover, also Card wallet / coin Purse
Have you wanted to try sewing with cork? join us for these easy peasy projects
Cost: $ 20.00
Have you wanted to try sewing with cork? join us for these easy peasy projects
Cost: $ 20.00
Embroidery Club with Marie
Come learn to machine embroider. Bring your machine or use ours. Marie will have projects to do every month, based on what the group wants to learn! Club will be the last Friday of each month.
Cost: $ 20.00
Come learn to machine embroider. Bring your machine or use ours. Marie will have projects to do every month, based on what the group wants to learn! Club will be the last Friday of each month.
Cost: $ 20.00
Funky Friends Stuffy Making Class
Make a fun stuffed character while learning construction techniques for sewing soft toys. Join us for a creative class making a Funky Friends stuffed character. This class focuses on sewing soft toy construction techniques including shaping, assembly, and finishing details. A fun and playful project perfect for makers who enjoy creative sewing.
Cost: $ 25.00
Make a fun stuffed character while learning construction techniques for sewing soft toys. Join us for a creative class making a Funky Friends stuffed character. This class focuses on sewing soft toy construction techniques including shaping, assembly, and finishing details. A fun and playful project perfect for makers who enjoy creative sewing.
Cost: $ 25.00
Meshing Around Backpack EASY PEASY no zipper no hardware
This is a simple and practical backpack using quilting cotton and breathable mesh. 3 sizes to choose from. Great for kids' gear, great for the beach or poolside. No hardware, no quilting of fabric required
Cost: $ 30.00
This is a simple and practical backpack using quilting cotton and breathable mesh. 3 sizes to choose from. Great for kids' gear, great for the beach or poolside. No hardware, no quilting of fabric required
Cost: $ 30.00
Mini traveler sling a Purse party class
Join us for a quick and easy, super versatile bag. You will want to make multiples. We will have templates but you will need your own pattern. Kandou patterns. Available on etsy.
Cost: $ 25.00
Join us for a quick and easy, super versatile bag. You will want to make multiples. We will have templates but you will need your own pattern. Kandou patterns. Available on etsy.
Cost: $ 25.00
Serger Club with Val
$25 for a year's worth of classes. Just select the first date you are coming from the drop down menu. be not afraid of that multi needle monster!! yes, we will even help you thread it.
Cost: $ FREE
$25 for a year's worth of classes. Just select the first date you are coming from the drop down menu. be not afraid of that multi needle monster!! yes, we will even help you thread it.
Cost: $ FREE
Gathering Stitches Class Policy
To make classes enjoyable for all, we request that you adhere to the following policies. Thank you for having confidence in us as we further your quilting knowledge.
Registration
- To reserve your class spot, payment will be required at time of registration.
- You can register in person, or over the phone
- If you need to use a GS sewing machine for your class, please reserve it ahead of time. It is free to use!
Basic Class Requirements
- Sewing Machine
- Thread
- Sewing Machine needles
- Scissors
- Rotary Cutter
- Mat
- Ruler(s) as indicated in pattern or class notes
- Pins
- Pen and Paper for Notes
- Pattern (if required)
- Fabric to make the pattern
- Notions required in the pattern
- Optional but recommended:
- Wonder Clips
- Spray starch or alternative (Best Press, Flatter Spray)
Specific Class Supplies
- Some classes require supplies. If supplies are needed, a supply list can be obtained either in-store or online under the class section.
- Be sure to purchase your supplies ahead of class so that you are prepared! All students receive a 10% discount on supplies required for classes. Just remind the staff member!
Cancellations
- If you must cancel, allow 5 days prior notice. We will be happy to refund the amount, apply it as a store credit, or apply it to another class.
- Cancellations less than 5 days prior to class may result in fee forfeiture. We will do our best to fill your spot, but if it cannot be filled, class fees will not be reimbursed.
- Gathering Stitches reserves the right to cancel a class for any reason. If your class has been canceled, you will receive a full refund.
Class Etiquette
- Please arrive on time and prepared with class materials.
- Turn off your cell phone (or at lease put on silent). If you MUST take a call, please step out of the classroom.
- Please pay attention to the instructor.
- Don't forget to leave your work area clean!
If you would like to see a class that isn’t currently offered, ask, and we will do our best to get it scheduled.
Calendar
BEGINNER QUILT PIECING CLASS
SIGN UP WITH THE SIGN UP HERE LINK UNDER THE LISTING PHOTO!! Join us for a 5 session hands-on, beginner-friendly quilting series designed specifically for students who already know how to operate their sewing machine. This class is NOT a “how to use your sewing machine” class — it is a quilting basics workshop for confident machine users who want to learn how to piece quilt blocks and build a complete quilt top. This 5-session course will meet on: January 12, 16, 19, 23, and 26 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Each session builds on the last, teaching you the essential skills every quilter needs while guiding you through the creation of a 50" × 50" quilt top. WHO THIS CLASS IS FOR This class is perfect for you if: You are comfortable using your sewing machine You can thread your machine, wind a bobbin, and sew a straight line You want to learn basic quilting step-by-step without feeling rushed You enjoy creative, supportive, community-style classes This class is not designed for learning how to operate a sewing machine. Students must know how to use their machine prior to class.
Beginner Sewing Class – 5 Session Series
Beginner Sewing Class – 5 Session Series SIGN UP WITH THE SIGN UP HERE LINK UNDER THE LISTING PHOTO!! Dates:April 6,13,20,27 &May4th Time 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Gathering Stitches This class is designed for true beginners—perfect for anyone who knows nothing about their sewing machine. We’ll start with the absolute basics, including learning all the parts of your machine, threading, and practicing essential skills. Each session builds on the last, and you’ll finish one beginner-friendly project every class. Very limited machines are available to borrow, so please message in advance if you need one reserved. Supplies for the first class only will be provided. Cutting mats, ironing boards, and irons will be available for all sessions, but students must bring all additional materials for each project. Click the link below (or copy and paste) for the detailed project list and full supply list, and to purchase your ticket: https://addmi.com/e/beginner-sewing-class-5-class-session-OnOnsIzEv45_MAt0jDY
Funky Friends Stuffy Making Class
Make a fun stuffed character while learning construction techniques for sewing soft toys. Join us for a creative class making a Funky Friends stuffed character. This class focuses on sewing soft toy construction techniques including shaping, assembly, and finishing details. A fun and playful project perfect for makers who enjoy creative sewing.