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Cottonseed Glory
4 Annapolis St
Annapolis, MD 21401
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Fall 2019 Quilting Classes, Clubs & Events
Machine Repair
About Us
What is Cottonseed Glory?
We are Annapolis' premier quilt shop
the largest shop in the Maryland/Delaware/Virginia area, featuring more than 6,000 bolts of beautiful 100% cotton fabric. We offer the best quilting notions, books, and patterns, including our own Cottonseed Glory pattern line.
Cottonseed Glory has exciting classes for all levels year-round.
You can also get expert assistance from our friendly and knowledgeable staff. Cottonseed Glory is an authorized BERNINA dealer with competitive pricing and reliable service available. Come see the portable, affordable Handi Quilter Sixteen and the new computerized pro-stitcher. The HQ Sixteen gives quilters every advantage of a long arm quilting system at a small fraction of the price. Come in for a demonstration and a hands-on experience. We will match any reasonable offer - but no one can match our dedication to customer service and continuing support. We also offer FREE in-home setup and delivery, along with free classes to help you learn to use your new quilting machine.
We are located just one mile from Historic Downtown Annapolis on a tree-shaded street lined with interesting boutiques and restaurants.
There is free parking in our own parking lot. Please come visit us to see everything we have to offer! You won't believe the size of our store or the number of fabrics we have available--it's a selection you won't be able to match!
Where did Cottonseed Glory come from?
Cottonseed Glory didn't originally start out as a quilt shop.
In fact, the origins of what is now Cottonseed Glory were in a craft store started back in 1978. Pat Steiner and several friends who were avid crafters realized that they had a problem. They had made so many craft products that they didn't have room to make any more!They decided to start a store at which to sell the crafts they'd created, giving them an excuse to keep crafting. Gradually the store also began to sell a few craft supplies, including their very first fabrics--a whole nine bolts of fabric, which were replaced once they'd sold. Back then, before quilting had really been revived, manufacturers of fabric were generally creating fabrics for clothing items and other uses. These fabrics, double-knit or made of blends like cotton with polyester, just weren't as good for quilting as 100% cotton. Quilters really looked hard to find the few best sources of 100% cotton fabric available.They would use fabrics that had small patterns, often flowers, as being the most appropriate for their craft. The interest in quilting began to grow at that time, though, and soon customers were asking about classes to learn quilting, and the number of bolts of fabric available was increasing. It was time for a store just for quilting.
The Annapolis Quilt Guild started at this time
as more and more people in the Annapolis area became interested again in the art of quilting and wanted lessons and clubs and events. In 1981, Pat Steiner was looking for a new, larger store in which she would offer fabrics, quilting supplies, and classes for the many quilters in the area. It was a customer who came in to tell her that she'd found the perfect location! Cottonseed Glory moved from downtown Annapolis to West Annapolis, and then in 1993 made one last move--this one just downstairs, to the larger location where the store is currently located.
Today, Cottonseed Glory serves the avid quilters of Annapolis and the surrounding areas, attracting quilters from Maryland, Delaware, Washington, D.C., Virginia, and even beyond.
Are you going to be stopping through on your next trip? Please come see us! With our huge selection of fabric (over 6000 bolts!), along with notions, patterns, and one-day classes, we've got just what you're looking for. Our knowledgeable staff can help you find exactly the fabric or quilting supply you need. Ready to invest in a new, better sewing machine? Or maybe you're ready to try the Handi Quilter, the HQ Portable Professional quilting frame. Along with the HQ Quilting Machines, it gives quilters every advantage of a long arm quilting system at a small fraction of the price! We've got it all, right here in downtown Annapolis.
January, February & March 2020
Quilt Til You Wilt
$20.00
When: Saturday, January 18th 4:30pm - ???. Instructor: Cathy Thornton. It's back by popular demand and many requests. Spend the evening and work on a project (or two) uninterrupted until you just can't sew anymore? Grab your project, sewing machine and supplies, come to the shop at 4:30pm and sew till??? (You wilt) Cathy will be your hostess and instructor if you need help with a project. It's a great opportunity to meet other quilters and just have a fun evening. We will have a potluck dinner so bring a favorite dish to share. Beverage will be supplied.
Longarm Rental Program Introduction Class
When: Thursday: January 16th 6:00-8:30pm; January 30th 10:30- 1:00pm; February 20th 2:00-4:30pm; Tuesday: March 24th 6:00-8:30pm; Saturday: January 18th 1:00-3:30pm. Instructor: Cathy Thornton. Learn how to quilt on a longarm machine. You will learn how to properly load a quilt onto a frame, what proper tension is. We will also discuss and practice using free motion quilting and pantographs. Once you have completed this class, you will be allowed to rent time on the Handi Quilter Amara. You may wish to bring a notebook and pen. Maximum 3 people per class to allow for individual attention.
- (each) $50.00
New Block of the Month Coming February 2020
We are excited to be offering a new Block of the Month starting in February 2020. The cool tones of Nancy Rink's latest collection provide the perfect mood for this quilt. "Nancy signature touches of appliqued flowers mix with the pieced sections, softening the look and adding something special to the open spaces. Quilters can choose to cut their own appliqués, or use the fusible web technique. -- instructions for both methods are included! She then surrounds the central star with a mix of five different pieced blocks that expand the color story, creating a bit of shimmer and sparkle. Approximately 96" x 106½" Stay tuned for more details
Saint-Tropez Quilt Class Coming January 2020
$125.00
When: Thursdays: Jan.23rd, Feb.20th, Mar.19th, Apr.16th, May 21st, Jun.18th & Jul.16th 10:30-12:30pm or Saturdays: Feb.1st, Mar.14th, Apr.4th, May 2nd, Jun.6th, Jul.11th, Aug.1st 10:30-12:30pm. Instructor: The Crabby Quilter Staff. The Saint-Tropez quilt is a way for new as well as seasoned quilters alike to learn different piecing techniques. There are seven steps to the Saint-Tropez Quilt. Six steps will contain the cutting and piecing directions for an individual block design. The seventh class shows you how to put the blocks together to finish your unique sampler. Pattern Pack included. This will be a demo class with a sit and sew project. We will be meeting once a month.
Learn to Quilt Basics
$75.00
When: Saturdays, Jan 25th, Feb. 8th & 22nd 10:30-12:30pm. Instructor: Carolyn. Make a table runner or lap size quilt in 3 sessions. You will learn rotary cutting techniques, piecing techniques, basic seam pressing & assemble a quilt top in this 3 session class. We recommend you be familiar with your sewing machine.
Sue's Nifty Tote
$30.00
When: Tuesday, January 28th 10:30-3:00pm or Saturday, February 15th 12:00-4:30pm. Instructor: Sue Luddy. If you share in saving our environment then this bag is a must have. Sue has made over 38 of the bags and has lots of ideas and tips to help you start your own bag collection.
The Basics of Borders and Binding
$40.00
When: Tuesday, February 11th 10:30-1:30pm or Thursday, March 12th 5:30-8:30pm. Instructor: Robbyn and Cathy. Learn tips to get your borders on straight so they don't wave and if you've NEVER put a binding on your quilt then this is the class for you! Learn how to measure your top to get square borders. Finish with the binding by learning about different widths, how to prep and apply your binding and connect the two loose ends. To finish you will learn to hand sew your binding to the back.
Introduction to Hand Applique
$60.00
When: Saturdays, February 29th & March 7th 10:30 1:30pm. Instructor: Robbyn Robinson. Learn the basic skills and techniques of hand appliqué. We will use the freezer paper method and focus sharp points and perfect circles. We will also learn two methods to make bias stems.
Braided Stain Glass
$40.00
When: Saturday, March 28th 10:30-3:30. Instructor: Pam Harrell. One great technique, a variety of different looks! Learn to use value to create glowing effects by choosing a gradated range of fabrics. This is super-easy piecing which means fast quilt construction. Make it yours with pretty borders, separator bands, and other creative variations Color is key when you "braid" a variety of fabrics into an eye-catching quilt. Learn to identify value in fabric and use it to create the effect you want-in these quilts and every quilt you make.
Hand Quilting Class
$60.00
When: Sunday, February 2nd 10:00-4:00pm. Instructor: Robbyn Robinson. Learn the gentle art of hand quilting while making a small wall hanging or pillow top. Choose which materials and marking tools work best for hand quilting. Keep your back and body comfortable during quilting while learning the rocking stitch and make small, even stitches.
Bernina Club
$30.00
When: Fridays, 10:30-11:30am (6 months); January 17th- BERNINA Circular Embroidery Foot#83; February 7th- BERNINA Reverse-pattern foot with Clear Sole #34; March 6th- BERNINA Embroidery Foot #6 and Embroidery Foot with clear sole #39; April 3rd- BERNINA Roll and Hemmer #68 & #69; May 1st- BERNINA Stitch Regulator; June 5th- BERNINA Pintuck Feet 30-#33. New for 2020! Bernina Club is a monthly quilting/sewing club for anyone who owns a Bernina. This is a demonstration only event where you will be shown interesting craft and sewing techniques using the Bernina feet and special attachments. Learn to get the most out of your Bernina sewing machine. Featured foot of the month will be 25% off.
Handi Quilter Pro-Stitcher 101
$75.00
When: Wednesday, January 22nd 6:00-8:30pm; Saturday, February 22nd 1:30-4:00pm; Thursday, February 27th or March 26th 10:30-1:00pm. Instructor: Ramona. Another new class for 2020! Learn how to create your own edge to edge quilt designs using Pro-Stitcher's extensive library. You must have completed the longarm class beofer you can learn how to use the Pro-Stitcher. For truly custom quilting, this class will take your quilting skills to the next level.
Playtime Baby Quilt
$50.00
When: Tuesday, March 10th 10:30-3:30. Instructor: Sue. Looking for a cute baby banket to make? This baby blanket is super cute and attach toys to dimensional bowties for playtime, anytime! The pattern also includes a child's small "carry around" blankie!
Handi-Quilter Clubs & Events
Clubs are free to those who purchased their machine from us. But we are open to others for an "adoption fee". If you have purchased a machine elsewhere you can still join our club for an annal fee of $75. All clubs feature a lesson and/or prostitcher discussion. Show & tell of all levels of work is highly encouraged. We learn a great deal from each other, and have a lot of fun.
Handi Quilter Club
Handi Quilter club meets each month and offers different topics to help you become more comfortable with your longarm quilting machine. We also encourage you to bring show and tell. Starting in November, 2019 we will meet on Saturdays. Our Handi Quilter club will be at 11:00am followed by the Prostitcher club at 11:30am. No meeting in December. Saturday, January 18th 11:00am. Topic: What's your favorite ruler? Bring your go to ruler to the meeting and maybe share a project or two with the club. Saturday, February 15th 11:00am. Topic: TNT: Threads, Needle & Tension March: Handi Quilter event in the works. Stay tuned for more information.
Info
Our turn-around time is usually four days or less, unless we need to order a part.
Our service department is on-site and all service is performed by a BERNINA factory-certified and trained technician with extensive experience on other makes of sewing machines.
At check-in, please make sure to tell us of any problems
that you may be having with your machine as well as bringing any samples that would be helpful in diagnosing the issue.
Bring the Following Items with your Sewing Machine
If you bring any additional accessories with you, we will give them back to you because we are not responsible for any additional accessories you choose to leave while your machine is being serviced. Please ONLY bring the following items with your sewing machine:
Foot control and power cord
A foot that can do the widest stitch your machine can make.
With a BERNINA, it would be #1 or #1C foot. If you are having a problem with the buttonhole, bring the #3A foot, and BERNINA stitch regulator. (If you have one and there is a problem. If your machine is not working at all, bring these, we probably need to recalibrate everything.)
Regular (5mm or 9mm) stitch plate - NO STRAIGHT STITCH PLATES.
Your machine will not be looked at until you bring the correct stitch plate.
Bobbin case with a bobbin.
For our embroidery machine customers
For our embroidery machine customers
We Are Not Responsible for Any Designs You May Have Saved on your Sewing Machine. Please make sure that you have a backup of your designs. We back up and restore as a courtesy to you, but we are not responsible if something is not restored properly.
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General Info
Hours
Monday:
10:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday:
10:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday:
10:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday:
10:00am - 5:00pm
Friday:
10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday:
10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday:
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Additional Information:
Closed Sunday during summer and Easter Sunday
About Us
Cottonseed Glory offers over 6,000 bolts of beautiful fabrics, Bernina Sewing Machines and Handi-Quilter long arm machines. We are open 10-5, Monday-Saturday and 1-4 on Sundays. We are closed on Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day. We are closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day and Easter Sunday.