Welcome to High Country Quilts
High Country Quilts is...An authorized BERNINA Dealer We are Colorado Springs' only independent authorized BERNINA Dealer and Full-Service sewing center. We also offer BERNINA sewing machine service.
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Upcoming Classes
Calendar
Prairie Women's Sewing Circle
The Prairie Women's Sewing Circle Club features historic anecdotal stories about what daily life was like for an "ordinary" Prairie woman, c. 1840-1900, who sewed daily of necessity. Projects are small and use modern day rotary cutting techniques with reproduction fabrics!
Classes
All about Sergers
Spanning two classes, we'll start with Serger Beginnings... (Class fee waived for machines purchases at HCQ)
Cost: $ 5.00
Spanning two classes, we'll start with Serger Beginnings... (Class fee waived for machines purchases at HCQ)
Cost: $ 5.00
BERNINA Plus
BERNINA Plus covers the basic operation of you B790 or B880 Plus. Basic Embroidery tips and techniques will also be covered. Bring your manual, machine with embroidery module, hoop, accessories and notebook with pen or pencil.
Cost: $ 5.00
BERNINA Plus covers the basic operation of you B790 or B880 Plus. Basic Embroidery tips and techniques will also be covered. Bring your manual, machine with embroidery module, hoop, accessories and notebook with pen or pencil.
Cost: $ 5.00
BERNINA Quick Start
Jump start sewing on your BERNINA with this all-day class that covers your Sewing Machine. This class is for all series other than the 8 series. 8 series owners should take the BERNINA 8 class. (Class fee waived for machines purchases at HCQ)
Cost: $ 10.00
Jump start sewing on your BERNINA with this all-day class that covers your Sewing Machine. This class is for all series other than the 8 series. 8 series owners should take the BERNINA 8 class. (Class fee waived for machines purchases at HCQ)
Cost: $ 10.00
Creative Options
The information and stitching exercises in this class address the special features, functions, & techniques you can sew with the BERNINA 590, 790 and the 8 Series models.
Cost: $ 5.00
The information and stitching exercises in this class address the special features, functions, & techniques you can sew with the BERNINA 590, 790 and the 8 Series models.
Cost: $ 5.00
DesignWorks
You were made to create! Let Designworks help you explore the endless possibilities!
Cost: $ 10.00
You were made to create! Let Designworks help you explore the endless possibilities!
Cost: $ 10.00
Embroidery Basics
This class is for all owners of Bernina embroidery machines except the Bernina 8 series. We will explore the possibilities of machine embroidery; no lap top needed! (Class fee waived for machines purchased at HCQ)
Cost: $ 5.00
This class is for all owners of Bernina embroidery machines except the Bernina 8 series. We will explore the possibilities of machine embroidery; no lap top needed! (Class fee waived for machines purchased at HCQ)
Cost: $ 5.00
Exploring your BERNINA Binder
For all of you who have purchased the BERNINA binder, this class is for you! Let us show you some tips (and tricks) to get a perfect binding every time!
Cost: $ 5.00
For all of you who have purchased the BERNINA binder, this class is for you! Let us show you some tips (and tricks) to get a perfect binding every time!
Cost: $ 5.00
Foot Book 1
Create a fun fabric book to showcase stitched techniques using various BERNINA presser feet and accessories. Bring thread and some fun embellishments.
Cost: $ 20.00
Create a fun fabric book to showcase stitched techniques using various BERNINA presser feet and accessories. Bring thread and some fun embellishments.
Cost: $ 20.00
Foot Book 2
Whether or not you have already created your first Foot Book, you will have fun creating a fun fabric book or additional pages for your existing book using the one-of-a-kind BERNINA presser feet and accessories. This 12-session class can be taken by Foot Book graduates, as well as those wanting to take Foot book and Foot Book 2 at the same time.
Cost: $ 20.00
Whether or not you have already created your first Foot Book, you will have fun creating a fun fabric book or additional pages for your existing book using the one-of-a-kind BERNINA presser feet and accessories. This 12-session class can be taken by Foot Book graduates, as well as those wanting to take Foot book and Foot Book 2 at the same time.
Cost: $ 20.00
Meet your Feet Retreat
You're invited to this 2-day workshop where you will expand your creative horizons, improve your sewing skills, and produce better results by learning to use the right tools for the sewing task at hand. Long known for precision stitching, BERNINA offers over 75 presser feet and accessories to enrich your sewing experience, making it faster, more fun, and more professional- looking. Enjoy two days of hands-on sewing with over 20 presser feet!
Cost: $ 125.00
You're invited to this 2-day workshop where you will expand your creative horizons, improve your sewing skills, and produce better results by learning to use the right tools for the sewing task at hand. Long known for precision stitching, BERNINA offers over 75 presser feet and accessories to enrich your sewing experience, making it faster, more fun, and more professional- looking. Enjoy two days of hands-on sewing with over 20 presser feet!
Cost: $ 125.00
Needles and Threads
Solve the mystery on Stabilizers, Needles and Threads in this lecture only class.
Cost: $ 50.00
Solve the mystery on Stabilizers, Needles and Threads in this lecture only class.
Cost: $ 50.00
Quilting with BERNINA
This class covers a variety of techniques used to quilt. Learn to master your BSR as well as some of the other feet Bernina offers.
Cost: $ 10.00
This class covers a variety of techniques used to quilt. Learn to master your BSR as well as some of the other feet Bernina offers.
Cost: $ 10.00
Software 1
Software to be loaded on you laptop and help you become familiar with its capabilities. (Class fee waived for software purchased at HCQ)
Cost: $ 100.00
Software to be loaded on you laptop and help you become familiar with its capabilities. (Class fee waived for software purchased at HCQ)
Cost: $ 100.00
Software 2
A continuation of Software 1, we will learn the ins and outs of your software and other tools. (Class fee waived for software purchased at HCQ)
Cost: $ 75.00
A continuation of Software 1, we will learn the ins and outs of your software and other tools. (Class fee waived for software purchased at HCQ)
Cost: $ 75.00
Software 3
Explore the capability to edit and modify designs in your software. (Class fee waived for software purchased at HCQ)
Cost: $ 50.00
Explore the capability to edit and modify designs in your software. (Class fee waived for software purchased at HCQ)
Cost: $ 50.00
Software Club
Explore different aspects of your software in a fun and friendly environment.
Cost: $ 15.00
Explore different aspects of your software in a fun and friendly environment.
Cost: $ 15.00
Crabapple Hill Gang
This club is a great way to meet wonderful people who love hand embroidery just like you! Come relax, stitch and enjoy the fellowship of this fun class!
Cost: $ 5.00
This club is a great way to meet wonderful people who love hand embroidery just like you! Come relax, stitch and enjoy the fellowship of this fun class!
Cost: $ 5.00
Freedom Bound
In this 12 session block of the month you will learn about Hannah Cummings Cotton’s struggles as she escapes the bonds of slavery. Each month as you stitch a new block, the story of Hannah and her family will unfold. Finished quilt measures 97" x 97".
Cost: $ 75.00
In this 12 session block of the month you will learn about Hannah Cummings Cotton’s struggles as she escapes the bonds of slavery. Each month as you stitch a new block, the story of Hannah and her family will unfold. Finished quilt measures 97" x 97".
Cost: $ 75.00
Graphic Gems
In this 9 session Batik Block of the Month, you will enjoy the sights of nature. We will take a stroll along a beach taking in bursts of color symbolized by dazzling star blocks. Finished quilt measures 76" x 87"
Cost: $ 75.00
In this 9 session Batik Block of the Month, you will enjoy the sights of nature. We will take a stroll along a beach taking in bursts of color symbolized by dazzling star blocks. Finished quilt measures 76" x 87"
Cost: $ 75.00
Painter's Garden
In this 9 session Block of the month designer, Nancy Rink, brings us a lush palette of teal, berry and pear green, reminiscent of gardens depicted in the works of Impressionist artists. Nancy gives quilters Appliquéd and Pieced block options, along with instructions for cutting the pieces and appliqué shapes using traditional methods. Finished quilt measures: 102" x 102".
Cost: $ 75.00
In this 9 session Block of the month designer, Nancy Rink, brings us a lush palette of teal, berry and pear green, reminiscent of gardens depicted in the works of Impressionist artists. Nancy gives quilters Appliquéd and Pieced block options, along with instructions for cutting the pieces and appliqué shapes using traditional methods. Finished quilt measures: 102" x 102".
Cost: $ 75.00
Sprinkled with Love
In this 10 session block of the month, sprinkle a little happiness wherever you go and watch the flowers grow! Designed by Arlene Stamper, this pieced and applique quilt includes precut and pre-fused applique pieces, Ric-Rac and custom button pack! Finished size: 70" x 58".
Cost: $ 60.00
In this 10 session block of the month, sprinkle a little happiness wherever you go and watch the flowers grow! Designed by Arlene Stamper, this pieced and applique quilt includes precut and pre-fused applique pieces, Ric-Rac and custom button pack! Finished size: 70" x 58".
Cost: $ 60.00
Operation Kid Comfort
Volunteer your time to work on quilting projects for children of deployed military parents.
Cost: $ FREE
Volunteer your time to work on quilting projects for children of deployed military parents.
Cost: $ FREE
Prairie Women's Sewing Circle
The Prairie Women's Sewing Circle Club features historic anecdotal stories about what daily life was like for an "ordinary" Prairie woman, c. 1840-1900, who sewed daily of necessity. Projects are small and use modern day rotary cutting techniques with reproduction fabrics!
Cost: $ 30.00
The Prairie Women's Sewing Circle Club features historic anecdotal stories about what daily life was like for an "ordinary" Prairie woman, c. 1840-1900, who sewed daily of necessity. Projects are small and use modern day rotary cutting techniques with reproduction fabrics!
Cost: $ 30.00
Sisterhood of Quilters
The Sisterhood of Quilters was started with the belief in teamwork and the conviction that girlfriend time is so very important, even in this day and age
Cost: $ FREE
The Sisterhood of Quilters was started with the belief in teamwork and the conviction that girlfriend time is so very important, even in this day and age
Cost: $ FREE
Woolie Club
Back by popular demand is our wool club! And we have some great offerings for you! Join Deb each month to make some small, fun projects.
Cost: $ 10.00
Back by popular demand is our wool club! And we have some great offerings for you! Join Deb each month to make some small, fun projects.
Cost: $ 10.00
Hidden Star Sampler
Make a gorgeous quilt while learning the basics of quilt construction.
Cost: $ 80.00
Make a gorgeous quilt while learning the basics of quilt construction.
Cost: $ 80.00
Love your Featherweight
Do you love your featherweight? In this class Gary will teach you the ins and outs of featherweight care as well as a little history about these best loved wonders.
Cost: $ 40.00
Do you love your featherweight? In this class Gary will teach you the ins and outs of featherweight care as well as a little history about these best loved wonders.
Cost: $ 40.00
Painless Paper Piecing
Let Karen show you the 'easy' way to paper piece! Once you learn the freezer paper piecing method, you will never go back to regular paper piecing! In this class you will stitch a beautiful runner, which will make a wonderful gift or addition to your own table.
Cost: $ 40.00
Let Karen show you the 'easy' way to paper piece! Once you learn the freezer paper piecing method, you will never go back to regular paper piecing! In this class you will stitch a beautiful runner, which will make a wonderful gift or addition to your own table.
Cost: $ 40.00
Simply Sergers
Have you wondered what all your serger can do? Join Billie in this "project based" class as she helps you explore the many use of your serger.
Cost: $ 40.00
Have you wondered what all your serger can do? Join Billie in this "project based" class as she helps you explore the many use of your serger.
Cost: $ 40.00
Stitcher's Garden 1 Saturday
You'll stitch various-sized fused applique blocks using the beautiful decorative machine stitches. Finishing at 85" x 93", this quilt will be a favorite.
Cost: $ 50.00
You'll stitch various-sized fused applique blocks using the beautiful decorative machine stitches. Finishing at 85" x 93", this quilt will be a favorite.
Cost: $ 50.00
Stitcher's Garden 2 Saturday
A continuation of Stiticher's Garden. You will work with different patterns, new techniques and addition work with new feet. This is the long awaited sequel.
Cost: $ 50.00
A continuation of Stiticher's Garden. You will work with different patterns, new techniques and addition work with new feet. This is the long awaited sequel.
Cost: $ 50.00
Stitchin' it up for the Holidays (Dec)
These special little MACHINE EMBROIDERY projects are perfect for your home, or as gifts. Don't miss your chance to get some great embroidery design cd's at a great price. Sign up for 1 class or all 6!
Cost: $ 30.00
These special little MACHINE EMBROIDERY projects are perfect for your home, or as gifts. Don't miss your chance to get some great embroidery design cd's at a great price. Sign up for 1 class or all 6!
Cost: $ 30.00
Stitchin' it up for the Holidays (Nov)
These special little MACHINE EMBROIDERY projects are perfect for your home, or as gifts. Don't miss your chance to get some great embroidery design cd's at a great price. Sign up for 1 class or all 6!
Cost: $ 30.00
These special little MACHINE EMBROIDERY projects are perfect for your home, or as gifts. Don't miss your chance to get some great embroidery design cd's at a great price. Sign up for 1 class or all 6!
Cost: $ 30.00
Stitchin' it up for the Holidays (Oct)
These special little MACHINE EMBROIDERY projects are perfect for your home, or as gifts. Don't miss your chance to get some great embroidery design cd's at a great price. Sign up for 1 class or all 6!
Cost: $ 30.00
These special little MACHINE EMBROIDERY projects are perfect for your home, or as gifts. Don't miss your chance to get some great embroidery design cd's at a great price. Sign up for 1 class or all 6!
Cost: $ 30.00
Advanced Longarm Quilting
Cover the different feet available, double needle, ruler work.
Cost: $ 40.00
Cover the different feet available, double needle, ruler work.
Cost: $ 40.00
Longarm Quilting
Finish those quilt tops you have worked on. Display your work with pride!
Cost: $ 150.00
Finish those quilt tops you have worked on. Display your work with pride!
Cost: $ 150.00
Rulerwork Sampler
Learn the ins and outs of rulerwork as you create a sampler using the blocks you've created. Ih you love the idea of quilting with rulers, don't miss your chance to get some great hands on experience.
Cost: $ 25.00
Learn the ins and outs of rulerwork as you create a sampler using the blocks you've created. Ih you love the idea of quilting with rulers, don't miss your chance to get some great hands on experience.
Cost: $ 25.00
Christmas Trees
Set your table or any corner of your home with these beautiful, lighted Christmas trees. Fun and easy to make using two 1/2" strips, they are sure to make anybody's Holiday "Merry"!
Cost: $ 30.00
Set your table or any corner of your home with these beautiful, lighted Christmas trees. Fun and easy to make using two 1/2" strips, they are sure to make anybody's Holiday "Merry"!
Cost: $ 30.00
Flower Dance BOM
In this 12-session block of the month by Smith Street, you will learn machine embroidery, machine applique, and traditional piecing. We will walk you through all of the various aspects of this beautiful quilt. Quilt finishes at 84" x 96".
Cost: $ 75.00
In this 12-session block of the month by Smith Street, you will learn machine embroidery, machine applique, and traditional piecing. We will walk you through all of the various aspects of this beautiful quilt. Quilt finishes at 84" x 96".
Cost: $ 75.00
School of Embroidery
In this 16 Month "internship", you will study all aspects of Machine embroidery from A (applique) to Z (zippers)! Upon graduation you can consider yourself an Embroidery Master! Kits include all materials except thread. Stabilizer included!
Cost: $ 75.00
In this 16 Month "internship", you will study all aspects of Machine embroidery from A (applique) to Z (zippers)! Upon graduation you can consider yourself an Embroidery Master! Kits include all materials except thread. Stabilizer included!
Cost: $ 75.00
Strolling Down Smith Street
You are invited to "stroll" down Smith Street as you spend a day at the zoo, or time on the farm. In this 12 session Block of the Moon, you will be quackin' or hissin', depending on which quilt you choose to make Come and enjoy the fun!
Cost: $ 60.00
You are invited to "stroll" down Smith Street as you spend a day at the zoo, or time on the farm. In this 12 session Block of the Moon, you will be quackin' or hissin', depending on which quilt you choose to make Come and enjoy the fun!
Cost: $ 60.00
Clean & Sew
Kurt will be cleaning your machine in this one day "service while you wait" clinic.
Cost: $ 60.00
Kurt will be cleaning your machine in this one day "service while you wait" clinic.
Cost: $ 60.00
Embroidery Extraviganza (Super Spree )
What a bargain.....two full days of embroidery tricks and tips and 6 projects you'll actually complete in class! The EMBROIDERY EXTRAVAGANZA event is one you won't want to miss!
Cost: $ 125.00
What a bargain.....two full days of embroidery tricks and tips and 6 projects you'll actually complete in class! The EMBROIDERY EXTRAVAGANZA event is one you won't want to miss!
Cost: $ 125.00
Longing for a Longarm
Longarm or home sewing machine...frame or table...which machine quilting option is best for you? Join us for a fun- filled event to explore different machine options, plus gain the confidence to start a longarm quilting business, finish your large quilt projects, or even enter a quilt competition! Join HCQ and BERNINA on Saturday or Sunday, October 6th or 7th for a fabulous day of sewing fun! Stay tuned for more information!
Cost: $ 25.00
Longarm or home sewing machine...frame or table...which machine quilting option is best for you? Join us for a fun- filled event to explore different machine options, plus gain the confidence to start a longarm quilting business, finish your large quilt projects, or even enter a quilt competition! Join HCQ and BERNINA on Saturday or Sunday, October 6th or 7th for a fabulous day of sewing fun! Stay tuned for more information!
Cost: $ 25.00