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SUMMARY:Tidy Tote Class January 17 & 18
DESCRIPTION:We are so excited that Tara Sinclair will be coming to Bow Bench to teach the Tidy Tote class!! \nNever forget a thing the tidy tote takes all the things you need for class and more.  Just set up an unzip and you are ready to go!! The tote holds the 3 drawer sterilite drawer system. \nDate:  Saturday January 17 & Sunday January 18 \nTime:  10am – 4pm (you can stay and sew later Saturday night and leave your machines set up overnight) \nClass fee:  $120 \nPattern download: **** be sure to download the Pattern with the orange banner like the photo below to fit the 3 drawer unit*** \nhttps://www.hillsidequilting.com.au/collections/tidytote/products/copy-of-new-tidy-tote-pattern-using-the-office-works-drawer-set-from-australia-also-from-container-store-online-in-us-and-selected-countries \nLink to purchase drawers \nsingle  drawer:  https://amzn.to/3JRi7rE \n2 pack: https://amzn.to/4mNvE1S \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:Monthly Free Motion Workshop Feb 7
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Free Motion Quilting WorkshopJoin us each month for a relaxed and inspiring free motion quilting session! Every month features a new design to explore — from feathers and fillers to modern motifs. This is your chance to practice your quilting skills\, gain confidence\, and get personalized advice and feedback in a supportive environment. This is not designed for absolute beginners\, a basic understanding of free motion on your machine is required. \nBring your machine and enthusiasm — we’ll provide guidance\, tips\, and plenty of inspiration to help your quilting flow freely! You are welcome to bring a project to quilt or fat quarter sandwiches to practice on. \nSaturday Feb 7 from 10 – 4 \nCost: $50
URL:https://bowbench.com/event/monthly-free-motion-workshop-feb-7/
LOCATION:Bow Bench Retreat\, Range Road 260\, Carseland\, Alberta\, T0J 0M0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Mini Workshop February 8
DESCRIPTION:Mini Quilt Technique Workshop Series \nJoin us each month for a fun\, hands-on Mini Quilt Technique Workshop where you’ll create a small project while mastering a new quilting skill! Each 3-hour session focuses on a specific technique. \nThese bite-sized projects are perfect for building your quilting confidence\, trying new styles\, and finishing something beautiful in a single class. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced quilter looking to expand your skills\, you’ll leave each session with a completed mini project\, new techniques under your belt\, and plenty of inspiration for your next quilt. \nAll materials\, tools\, and instructions are provided—just bring your enthusiasm and love of fabric! \nSunday February 8  from 1 -4 \nProject: Learn basic paper piecing while you make the “Rainbowgram” by Legit Kits\, 8″  Paper Pieced block\, option to sew blocks into a zipper pouch.
URL:https://bowbench.com/event/mini-workshop-february-8/
LOCATION:Bow Bench Retreat\, Range Road 260\, Carseland\, Alberta\, T0J 0M0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Monthly Free Motion Workshop March 7
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Free Motion Quilting WorkshopJoin us each month for a relaxed and inspiring free motion quilting session! Every month features a new design to explore — from feathers and fillers to modern motifs. This is your chance to practice your quilting skills\, gain confidence\, and get personalized advice and feedback in a supportive environment. This is not designed for absolute beginners\, a basic understanding of free motion on your machine is required. \nBring your machine and enthusiasm — we’ll provide guidance\, tips\, and plenty of inspiration to help your quilting flow freely! You are welcome to bring a project to quilt or fat quarter sandwiches to practice on. \nSaturday March 7  from 10 – 4 \nCost: $50
URL:https://bowbench.com/event/monthly-free-motion-workshop-march-7/
LOCATION:Bow Bench Retreat\, Range Road 260\, Carseland\, Alberta\, T0J 0M0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Mini Workshop March 29
DESCRIPTION:Mini Quilt Technique Workshop Series \nJoin us each month for a fun\, hands-on Mini Quilt Technique Workshop where you’ll create a small project while mastering a new quilting skill! Each 3-hour session focuses on a specific technique. \nThese bite-sized projects are perfect for building your quilting confidence\, trying new styles\, and finishing something beautiful in a single class. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced quilter looking to expand your skills\, you’ll leave each session with a completed mini project\, new techniques under your belt\, and plenty of inspiration for your next quilt. \nAll materials\, tools\, and instructions are provided—just bring your enthusiasm and love of fabric! \nProject:  Beginner Applique\, learn the basics of tracing shapes\, fusing to background and satin stitching around the raw edges while you make this cute Easter wall hanging.
URL:https://bowbench.com/event/mini-workshop-march-8/
LOCATION:Bow Bench Retreat\, Range Road 260\, Carseland\, Alberta\, T0J 0M0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Monthly Free Motion Workshop April 11
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Free Motion Quilting WorkshopJoin us each month for a relaxed and inspiring free motion quilting session! Every month features a new design to explore — from feathers and fillers to modern motifs. This is your chance to practice your quilting skills\, gain confidence\, and get personalized advice and feedback in a supportive environment. \nBring your machine and enthusiasm — we’ll provide guidance\, tips\, and plenty of inspiration to help your quilting flow freely! \nSaturday April 11  from 10 – 4 \nCost: $50
URL:https://bowbench.com/event/monthly-free-motion-workshop-april-11/
LOCATION:Bow Bench Retreat\, Range Road 260\, Carseland\, Alberta\, T0J 0M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes,Events
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SUMMARY:Mini Workshop April 12
DESCRIPTION:Mini Quilt Technique Workshop Series \nJoin us each month for a fun\, hands-on Mini Quilt Technique Workshop where you’ll create a small project while mastering a new quilting skill! Each 3-hour session focuses on a specific technique. \nThese bite-sized projects are perfect for building your quilting confidence\, trying new styles\, and finishing something beautiful in a single class. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced quilter looking to expand your skills\, you’ll leave each session with a completed mini project\, new techniques under your belt\, and plenty of inspiration for your next quilt. \nAll materials\, tools\, and instructions are provided—just bring your enthusiasm and love of fabric! \nProject:  Easy Bag designed by Fibreworks
URL:https://bowbench.com/event/mini-workshop-april-12/
LOCATION:Bow Bench Retreat\, Range Road 260\, Carseland\, Alberta\, T0J 0M0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Paper Piecing Demystified - The Legit Kits Way!!
DESCRIPTION:Foundation Paper Piecing Demystified The Legit Kits Way!! \nFoundation Paper Piecing does not have to be the tedious\, exacting method that it is sometimes made out to be. This class is perfect for the beginner with no experience with foundation paper piecing.  Learn how to piece quickly\, without pre-cutting or special tools. During the class\, you will learn how to organize a quilt kit from Legit Kits\, learn about the revolutionary block approach created by Legit Kits\, and learn tips and tricks for frustration-free sewing. There are no curves or Y seams involved! You’ll work your choice pattern\, there are several smaller projects available if you don’t already have a Legit Kits Kit.   Nancy will  help you build your skills and develop the confidence to take on any Foundation Paper Piecing project!  Learn how Foundation Paper Piecing can be easy and enjoyable! \nSaturday April 25\, 2026 from 10am – 4pm \nCost:  $50 (pattern\, fabric kit extra) message Nancy if you’d like to purchase a mini quilt kit 15″x20″\, which are discounted by her for classes\, otherwise I suggest visiting http://www.piecefabric.co   to purchase your kits. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://bowbench.com/event/paper-piecing-demystified-the-legit-kits-way/
LOCATION:Bow Bench Retreat\, Range Road 260\, Carseland\, Alberta\, T0J 0M0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Monthly Free Motion Workshop May 9
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Free Motion Quilting WorkshopJoin us each month for a relaxed and inspiring free motion quilting session! Every month features a new design to explore — from feathers and fillers to modern motifs. This is your chance to practice your quilting skills\, gain confidence\, and get personalized advice and feedback in a supportive environment. This is not designed for absolute beginners\, a basic understanding of free motion on your machine is required. \nBring your machine and enthusiasm — we’ll provide guidance\, tips\, and plenty of inspiration to help your quilting flow freely! You are welcome to bring a project to quilt or fat quarter sandwiches to practice on. \nSaturday May 9 from 10 – 4 \nCost: $50
URL:https://bowbench.com/event/monthly-free-motion-workshop-may-9/
LOCATION:Bow Bench Retreat\, Range Road 260\, Carseland\, Alberta\, T0J 0M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes,Events
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SUMMARY:Mini Workshop May 10
DESCRIPTION:Mini Quilt Technique Workshop Series \nJoin us each month for a fun\, hands-on Mini Quilt Technique Workshop where you’ll create a small project while mastering a new quilting skill! Each 3-hour session focuses on a specific technique. \nThese bite-sized projects are perfect for building your quilting confidence\, trying new styles\, and finishing something beautiful in a single class. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced quilter looking to expand your skills\, you’ll leave each session with a completed mini project\, new techniques under your belt\, and plenty of inspiration for your next quilt. \nAll materials\, tools\, and instructions are provided—just bring your enthusiasm and love of fabric! \nSunday May 10 from 1 -4 \nProject:  to be announced……
URL:https://bowbench.com/event/mini-workshop-may-10/
LOCATION:Bow Bench Retreat\, Range Road 260\, Carseland\, Alberta\, T0J 0M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes,Events
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SUMMARY:Paper Piecing Demystified - The Legit Kits Way!!
DESCRIPTION:Foundation Paper Piecing Demystified The Legit Kits Way!! \nFoundation Paper Piecing does not have to be the tedious\, exacting method that it is sometimes made out to be. This class is perfect for the beginner with no experience with foundation paper piecing.  Learn how to piece quickly\, without pre-cutting or special tools. During the class\, you will learn how to organize a quilt kit from Legit Kits\, learn about the revolutionary block approach created by Legit Kits\, and learn tips and tricks for frustration-free sewing. There are no curves or Y seams involved! You’ll work your choice pattern\, there are several smaller projects available if you don’t already have a Legit Kits Kit.   Nancy will  help you build your skills and develop the confidence to take on any Foundation Paper Piecing project!  Learn how Foundation Paper Piecing can be easy and enjoyable! \nFriday June 5\,  2026 from 10am – 4pm \nCost:  $50 (pattern\, fabric kit extra) message Nancy if you’d like to purchase a mini quilt kit 15″x20″\, options shown below which are discounted by her for classes\, otherwise I suggest visiting http://www.piecefabric.co   to purchase your kits. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://bowbench.com/event/paper-piecing-demystified-the-legit-kits-way-2/
LOCATION:Bow Bench Retreat\, Range Road 260\, Carseland\, Alberta\, T0J 0M0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Mini Workshop June 14
DESCRIPTION:Mini Quilt Technique Workshop Series \nJoin us each month for a fun\, hands-on Mini Quilt Technique Workshop where you’ll create a small project while mastering a new quilting skill! Each 3-hour session focuses on a specific technique. \nThese bite-sized projects are perfect for building your quilting confidence\, trying new styles\, and finishing something beautiful in a single class. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced quilter looking to expand your skills\, you’ll leave each session with a completed mini project\, new techniques under your belt\, and plenty of inspiration for your next quilt. \nAll materials\, tools\, and instructions are provided—just bring your enthusiasm and love of fabric! \nSunday June 14  from 1 -4 \nProject:  to be announced…….
URL:https://bowbench.com/event/mini-workshop-june-14/
LOCATION:Bow Bench Retreat\, Range Road 260\, Carseland\, Alberta\, T0J 0M0\, Canada
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