How to Register: You may register in person or by mail. Registration forms are available online. Class fees are due at the time of registration.

Class Benefits: Receive 10% off purchases made for class materials (proof of registration is required) and 10% off fabric purchases made on the day of your class.

Be Prepared: Please come to class fully prepared. Know your machine. You need to be familiar with your sewing machine, how to thread it, and fill the bobbin. Bring your supplies listed on the Basic Supply List and your Class Materials Sheet.

Level for Classes:
Level 1 - Little or no experience
Level 2 - Familiar with the basics
Level 3 - Previous quilting experience (Completed a few projects)
Level 4 - Completed multiple projects

Classes Offered:

Appliqué Pumpkin Quilt - Kathy P.

Quilt as you go appliqué wall hanging. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Fabric Baskets - Kathy K.

Beginners, you will make cute baskets using cotton clothesline and fabric. You need a machine that does a zig-zag stitch for this class. These baskets make wonderful presents! Not all materials included in supply fee. Print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Finishing Your Quilt - Kathy P.

Techniques you will learn are: Putting on borders, getting your quilt top ready for quilting, layering your quilt, putting on the binding, making a quilt sleeve, and making a label. Print the class materials you'll need to bring to class.

Mug Mats - Bonnie A.

Advanced beginner class. You will learn how to quilt a fabric sandwich, cut it into the mug mats and how to add the binding. We should have time to finish one mug mat in class. Print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Christmas Table Runner - Kathy P.

Will be made from pattern, "Everyday Runner" by G.E. Designs Iceland. Fat quarter friendly

I will show you how to make this whatever size you like. It could be larger or you could make place mats. You will have to change your fabric amounts but Cheri can help you decide what you need for this class. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

(BOW) Block of the Week - Cheri M.

Beginners will learn basic piecing skills in order to create twelve inch blocks. Take one class or take all thirteen classes to complete a twelve block lap quilt. Lap quilt is approximately 40" x 60" with borders. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Geisha Session I & II - Kathy P.

This class is for the confident beginner. Please view the finished product in the classroom area or online. Materials not included in fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Christmas Tree Skirt - Irene P.

The Christmas tree skirt is made with a nine degree wedge ruler that gives it that kaleidoscope effect.  Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Free Motion Quilting - Kathy P.

This class is for beginners. Learn a simple meandering stitch which can be used to finish your quilt! Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

English Paper Piecing - Cheri M.

Learn how to do the English Paper Piecing method of hand appliqué. Students will learn the basics of this age old art and make a small block featuring the Grandmother's Garden pattern. Materials not included in class fee.

Oven Mitt - Bonnie A.

This class will show you how to use free motion quilting on a small project. It would be very helpful to take Kathy P’s free motion class before taking this one, but not absolutely necessary. We will cut out the special shape, make the sandwich, pin it and free motion quilt it, add the “mitts” and put on the binding. These make great gifts and can be made out of holiday fabrics. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Scenes Through Window – Irene F.

"Scenes Through My Window" is a new class that offers a new point of view when you look out the window.  The special effect comes from how the focus fabric is cut, not just fussy cut.  Join me in this exciting class and we'll see what's out your window. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Cathedral Window – Cheri M.

Learn how to make a cathedral window block either by hand or using your machine. Students may choose to make 12" or 9" blocks. You will be able to make a few blocks in class and then continue at your own pace to finish the quilt. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Sit and Sew – Kathy P.

Come and join us. We are here to enjoy your company and help you with problems you're having with your project.

Intro to Hand Quilting - Bonnie A.

This class will teach the basics of hand quilting.  We will mark the fabric, make a "sandwich" and practice the running stitch.  The sample in the store is made into a pillow. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

BOW - Finishing Your Quilt - Cheri M.

Materials not included in class fee.

Heavenly Angel - Cheri M.

Let this angel banner brighten up you Christmas holidays! She is beautiful in any color, and can be trimmed in gold or silver. You will also be learning the technique of stained glass quilting! The gold or silver lame and metallic thread can be purchased at JoAnn Fabrics or Hancock Fabrics. We do carry the gold and silver bias tape. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

The Handbag/Diaper bag - Kathy P.

This is so easy, you will want to make more than one. You can make it any size you like, you can quilt it or not. Come see how you can make one in a couple of hours. Great for Christmas Gifts. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Bargello - Kathy K.

Make this fun quilt using 10 different fabrics. We will play with the color combinations in class and get most of the quilt top completed by the end of part 2. This quilt looks difficult, but is all strip pieced. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Rudolph Christmas Wallhanging – Kathy K.

This cute wallhanging is pieced with a little paper piecing for Rudolph’s head.  The wallhanging will be completed in class. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Pumpkin Appliqué - Kathy P.

Quilt as you go appliqué wall hanging. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Gingerbread Man Hot Pad – Bonnie A.

This class will teach you how to make a simple 9 patch into a cute hot pad to use in your kitchen or share with friends.  We will be quilting “in the ditch”.  If you would like to hand embroider the facial features or use a permanent pen either can be done, see samples in store. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Folded Fabrics Christmas Ornaments – Kathy K.

This ornament is so easy to make!  No sewing machine will be needed for this fun class. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Heart to Heart - Kathy K.

This class is for the intermediate to advanced quilter.  We will be constructing the wallhanging from start to finish in this two evening class. Materials not included in class fee. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Basket of Flowers - Kathy P.

Come have some great fun learning my new technique for basket of flowers.
You need to start looking now for fabrics. Different sized flower prints, I used three or four different fabrics in my basket of flowers. You can make one that has all the same flowers or a variety of different flowers.  Oriental fabrics are wonderful for these quilts.  This is such a fun project, its like cutting out paper dolls when you were a kid but even more fun.

Next month I will be teaching landscape quilts, so keep your eyes open for all those scrapes of fabric that remind you of trees, mountains, sky, water, and houses, whatever you want in your landscape. If you enjoy the basket of flowers quilt you will love the landscapes. These projects are so much fun I can hardly wait to show you.

Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

UFO Night - Kathy K.

Bring your UnFinished Objects to Busy Bee Quilts. Kathy will help you with questions you have so you can finish your project.

(BOW) Block of the Week - Cheri M.

Join us for the new BOW featuring Eleanor Burns 1940's Victory Garden Quilt. This 10 week session features 20 blocks with a ribbon border that will fit a queen size bed when finished. Pre-cut blocks so we can do two each week. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the sample from the book.

Amanda's Purse - Bonnie A.

This class is for a beginner quilter who has some sewing skill. We will be learning how to quilt the “sandwich” and then make a purse out of what you have just quilted. Being familiar with zippers is helpful. There should be enough time to finish the purse during the class time. See the sample in the store. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Kathy's Favorite Star - Kathy P.

This is a great quilt for beginners who are ready to try new techniques.  You will learn how to make Kathy’s Favorite Star in two different sizes (9” & 12”) How to fussy cut your Star centers and Borders, if you choose you may just use blocks and borders without fussy cutting.  Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Paper Pieced Christmas Bell Wallhanging – Kathy K.

This Christmas wallhanging will be made entirely in class.  You must have paper piecing experience. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Circle Placemats - Kathy K.

These placemats make wonderful presents and are so easy to make.  Come and join the fun!  This class is for any level of quilter. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Hand Appliqué Block 1 – Cheri M.

If you love to hand appliqué, or just want to learn how it is done, join us as we explore different flower patterns. Use each block to make a wall hanging, pillow, or quilt! Materials not included in class fee.

Rotary Cutting/Rail Fence - Kathy K.

Beginners, if you have never taken a quilting class before, this is the class for you. The beginning class starts with an introduction to rotary cutting, then goes on to sewing strips, and making the Rail Fence block. Basic sewing skills are needed. Quilt is 45" x 54" without borders. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

English Paper Piecing – Cheri M.

Learn how to do the English Paper Piecing method of hand appliqué. Students will learn the basics of this age old art and make a small block featuring the Grandmother's Garden pattern. Materials not included in class fee.

Christmas Tags & Ornaments – Kathy P.

You will learn how to make a few ornaments and gift tags out of fabric. Start a new tradition in your family and give everyone a handmade Christmas ornament, even better Kits will be provided. No Supply List needed. Materials not included in class fee. Buy your $10 kit for this class. View the teacher's sample.

Christmas Table Runner - Kathy P.

Will be made from pattern, "Everyday Runner" by G.E. Designs Iceland. Fat quarter friendly

I will show you how to make this whatever size you like. It could be larger or you could make place mats. You will have to change your fabric amounts but Cheri can help you decide what you need for this class. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Cup Cozy - Bonnie A.

This is a small and fast project and these make great gifts for the advanced beginner.  We will cut the fabric and make a 4 patch then add the corner triangles and the sides.  We “stitch in the ditch” to quilt the 4 patch. Materials not included in class fee. Buy your $10 kit for this class. No supply list needed for this class just bring your basic supplies including your sewing machine, walking foot, and thread to match the colors of your kit.  View the teacher's sample.

Geisha Session I & II - Kathy P.

This class is for the confident beginner. Please view the finished product in the classroom area or online. Materials not included in fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Introduction to Paper Piecing - Kathy K.

This class is for the beginning quilter who has basic sewing skills. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Mini-Pak for Quilters- Kathy P.

This is great for carrying supplies for quilting classes or guild or when ever you want to travel with your quilting tools. It will hold a small cutting mat, rotary cutter, small ruler, scissors, marking pens, needles, pins, etc. Kathy promises you will love this and you can finish it in class. Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class. View the teacher's sample.

Charity Quilt Night

Come join Busy Bee for our charity quilting night! Our goal is to help our community by making quilts that can be given to persons or families in need. You'll need to bring your machine, and other supplies that you’ll need for sewing. 

Don't want to sew but still want to help? We can use people to iron, cut fabric, pin, or anything else you can think of to help the process along. Don't be shy, come on by!

Sweatshirt Jacket – Cheri M.

Tired of wearing the same old sweatshirt? Join us as we learn to dress up an old favorite just in time for winter. Quick and easy for last minute Christmas gifts! Materials not included in class fee; print the class materials you'll need to bring to class.