Class Schedule, Debbie Jones

Schedule of Classes, Shows & Events:

Please scroll down to see the full schedule, and check back often for the latest updates.

Thanks for your interest!

More detailed descriptions of each class are on the Classes page.

Lecture and Class for the Martin County Quilters Guild in Stuart, Florida

Thursday, October 14, 2010, 7:00 (meeting starts):

Lecture: Fabric Scraps Become Fine Art!

Stretching the boundaries of what can be done with fabric, Debbie encourages quilters and other fiber artists to see their work as fine art. She will show lots of samples along with slides, explaining how she “accidentally” developed her fusible technique and sharing how it doesn’t take any art training to create beautiful fabric decollage (a cross between decoupage and collage) without the time and planning required in quilting. Of course, stitching or quilting can also enhance these pieces. Not to replace quilting, but adding to it, this is a great way to work with all those leftover fabric scraps. Add a mat and frame, and voilá, it’s fine art! This will open up a whole new world to fabric lovers – you'll never look at fabric the same way again!

Friday, October 15, 2010, all day class:

Fabric Decollage Seascape Class. (For a detailed description, see the Classes page on this website.)

Create a breathtaking 11"x14" underwater scene, weaving fish through the kelp for a 3-D look, and you'll finish it in class! Debbie will have lots of samples and pictures to choose from, for inspiration. No stitching is needed, but you can stitch or quilt your seascape later, optionally. A supply list is available if you want to bring your own fabrics and supplies, or you can pay a $16 materials fee in class that provides almost everything (including thousands of fabrics to choose from!), in which case you bring only a sharp pair of scissors. See examples on the Seascapes Page of this website.

These events will be held in Stuart. For more details, or if you are interested in taking this class, please contact Debbie at 941-492-4314 or debbie@debbiejones.com, or visit www.MCQuilters.com for more information.

Vendor Booth at Quilt Fest of Jacksonville, Florida

Thursday, September 23 through Saturday, September 25, 2010:

Debbie will have a booth at this fabulous quilt show, offering patterns, hand-painted fabrics, precision scissors, special notions, foiling supplies, metallic fabrics and more. Samples of all her fabric art classes will be on display, including landscapes and seascapes, along with quilts that feature her special fabrics.

This show will be held at the Prime F Osborn III Convention Center in Jacksonville. For more details, please visit http://quiltfestjax.com, or contact Debbie at 941-492-4314 or debbie@debbiejones.com.

Vendor Booth and Lecture at the Quilt Show in West Palm Beach, Florida

Friday through Sunday, November 12-14, 2010:

World Quilt Show

This is a Mancuso show, top-notch, always fabulous! Debbie will have a booth at this quilt show, offering patterns, hand-painted fabrics, precision scissors, special notions, foiling supplies, metallic fabrics and more. Samples of all her fabric art classes will be on display, including landscapes and seascapes, along with quilts that feature her special fabrics.

Saturday, November 13, 2010, 3:00pm:

Lecture: Fabric Painting - Easy Techniques with Eye-Popping Results! (New lecture!)

Join the fun as Debbie takes you through her specialty fabric painting techniques. See how easy it is to create your own one-of-a-kind fabrics, for quilts that sizzle! She will share her “soft skies” painting technique, along with many others including scrunching, sun printing, mottling, sponging, stamping, pleating, tilting, splattering, twist & twirl, shibori and landscapes. Learn lots of tips and tricks. Heat-setting and care instructions will also be covered. Fabric painting is fun and anyone can do it! What a great way to make your quilts, wearables and other fabric art truly unique. Warning: fabric painting can become addictive! (Lecture fee: $20)

The show is being held at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. More details will be announced as soon as they are available. Please visit http://www.worldquilt.com for more information.

Retreat at the VAQG Quilt Escape in Ellenton, Florida

Monday, February 7 through Wednesday, February 9, 2011 (arrive on Sunday afternoon):

Debbie will be one of the featured teachers at this wonderful retreat for the Venice Area Quilters Guild, with

three different classes, one each day: Fabric Decollage Jewelry, Butterfly Bouquet, and Fantasy Fish. These

last two are new classes, premiering at this retreat! Click here to see samples of the Jewelry Class. A sample of

the Butterfly Bouquet wallhanging is posted here, on the left, and a photo of the Fantasy Fish Wallhanging will

will be posted as soon as it is available, so please check back.

You do not have to be a member of the Venice Quilt Guild to attend the Quilt Escape! However, you'll save money

by joining the guild before September 22, to get the guild price for the escape. The cost for VAQG members is

$295 for a semi-private room, with non-members paying an extra $135. Guild membership is only $15 per year, so it pays to be a member if you want to attend the retreat -- but you must be a paid member before September 22 to get the lower price. Membership forms and retreat registration forms are on the guild's website at http://www.vaqg.org/. Note: There is a supply fee of $15 per day, totaling $45, so all you need to bring is a sharp pair of scissors. Everything else is provided, and you won't believe the selection!

This retreat will be held at the Day Spring Retreat Center in Ellenton, Florida. Visit their website at http://www.dayspringfla.org/index.html. For more details about the retreat, please visit www.vaqg.org, or contact Debbie at 941-492-4314 or debbie@debbiejones.com.

Vendor Booth at the 11th Biennial Southwest Florida Quilt Festival in Punta Gorda, FL

Friday, February 25 and Saturday, February 26, 2011:

Debbie will have a booth at this quilt show, offering patterns, hand-painted fabrics, precision scissors, special notions, foiling supplies, metallic fabrics and more. Samples of all her fabric art classes will be on display, including landscapes and seascapes, along with quilts that feature her special fabrics.

This show will be held at the beautiful Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center in Punta Gorda. For more details, please contact Debbie at 941-492-4314 or debbie@debbiejones.com, or visit http://www.peaceriverquilters.org/ for more information.

Vendor Booth and Class at the Broward Quilt Expo in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Friday, March 18 through Sunday, March 20, 2011:

Debbie will have a booth at the Broward Quilt Expo, offering patterns, hand-painted fabrics, precision scissors, special notions, foiling supplies, metallic fabrics and more. Samples of all her fabric art classes will be on display, including landscapes and seascapes, along with quilts that feature her special fabrics. She will also teach a class there on Sunday:

Sunday, March 20, 2011, from 9:00am till 1:00pm:

Fabric Decollage Seascape Class. (For a detailed description, see the Classes page on this website.)

Create a breathtaking 11"x14" underwater scene, weaving fish through the kelp for a 3-D look, and you'll finish it in class! Debbie will have lots of samples and pictures to choose from, for inspiration. No stitching is needed, but you can stitch or quilt your seascape later, optionally. For a $16 materials fee, almost everything (including thousands of fabrics to choose from!) is provided -- you bring only a sharp pair of scissors. See examples on the Seascapes Page of this website.

This show will be held at the War Memorial Auditorium, 800 Northeast 8th Street in Fort Lauderdale. For more details, please contact Debbie at 941-492-4314 or debbie@debbiejones.com, or visit http://www.browardquiltexpo.com/ for more information.

Vendor Booth at the Albuquerque Fiber Arts Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Thursday, May 26 through Saturday, May 28, 2011:

Debbie will have a booth at AFAF's Eighth Biennial Juried Show and Fiber Arts Exhibit, offering patterns, hand-painted fabrics, precision scissors, specialty notions, foiling supplies, metallic fabrics and more. Samples of all her fabric art classes will be on display, including landscapes and seascapes, along with quilts that feature her special fabrics.

This show will be held at the Manual Luhan Building at the State Fairgrounds in Albuquerque. For more details, please contact Debbie at 941-492-4314 or debbie@debbiejones.com, or visit http://www.fiberartsfiesta.org/ for more information.

Vendor Booth at the Journey 2011 Quilt Show in Cape Coral, Florida

Friday and Saturday, January 21 and 22, 2011:

Journey 2011, A Contemporary Quilt and Fiber Art Show

This is the inaugural show presented by the Art Quilters Unlimited, based in Ft. Myers! Debbie will have a booth at this quilt show, offering patterns, hand-painted fabrics, precision scissors, special notions, foiling supplies, metallic fabrics and more. Samples of all her fabric art classes will be on display, including landscapes and seascapes, along with quilts that feature her special fabrics.

The show is being held at Faith Presbyterian Church, 4544 Coronado Parkway in Cape Coral. More details will be announced as soon as they are available. Please visit http://artquiltersunlimited.com for more information.

Classes at Deborah's Quilt Basket in Venice, Florida: Call to register at 941-488-6866.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010, from 12:30pm till 4:30pm (offered again on December 2)

Fabric Seascape Decollage Class (For a detailed description, see the Classes page on this website.)

Create a breathtaking 11"x14" underwater scene in this class, weaving fish through the kelp for a 3-D look,

and you'll finish it in class! Make it in any style or color scheme, with any type of fish (or sea mammals) that

you want. The fee is $49 and includes everything, even the fabrics and fusibles. The only thing you might

want to bring is a bottle of water. Samples for this class are on display in the shop, or see photos on the

Seascapes Page of this website. Class registration are being taken at Deborah's Quilt Basket.

Thursday, October 21, 2010, from 1:00pm till 3:00pm (offered again on Dec. 7, 2:30-4:30pm)

Angels in Flight Decollage Class

Create a scene with angels in flight using fusible web and Debbie’s extensive collection of angel fabrics and a huge selection of sky fabrics. These ethereal scenes are beautiful and peaceful at the same time. With no

sewing, they’re easy and make wonderful gifts. You'll complete an angel scene in your choice of an 8”x10” or

11”x14” size. that can be framed, as is, or quilted later if you prefer. The handout includes how to make

larger pieces and resources for finding angel fabrics online.The class fee is $36, which includes everything,

even the fabrics and fusibles! Samples are on display in the shop, or see photos on the Angels Page of this

website. Class registration are being taken at Deborah's Quilt Basket -- just call or stop by.

Friday, October 22, 2010 from 10:00am till 5:00pm (offered again on December 4)

Fabric Landscape Decollage Class (For a detailed description, see the Classes page.)

You'll make a unique 11"x14" fabric landscape, in any style or color scheme that you'd like, completed in class!

You're welcome to bring a photo or picture as inspiration, or Debbie will have plenty photos to choose from in

class. It's easy and anyone can do it! The fee is $75 and includes everything, even the fabrics and fusibles! The

only thing you'll bring is a lunch and drink. Samples for this class are on display in the shop, or see photos on the

Landscapes Page of this website. Class registrations are being taken at Deborah's Quilt Basket, just call or stop by.

Friday, November 26, 2010, from 2:00pm till 5:00pm (offered again on Dec. 6, 10am-1pm)

Folded Fabric Ornament - Stars Class (For a detailed description, see the Classes page.)

For any holiday or year-round home décor, these elegant ornaments are created by pinning fabrics to a

styrofoam ball. In this class, you'll complete one folded star fabric ornament and then experiment with any

of a dozen variations. The $30 class fee includes the pattern and everything to make an ornament, choosing

from a wide assortment of fabrics and ribbon trims. (If you already have Debbie's pattern and bring it to

class, you will receive a $10 credit on the class fee! Patterns are available at Deborah's Quilt Basket, or by

contacting Debbie Jones.) Class samples are on display in the shop, or see photos on the Ornaments Page of

this website. Class registrations are taken at Deborah's Quilt Basket - just call or stop by.

Friday, November 26, 2010, from 10:00am till 1:00pm (offered again on Dec. 6, 2pm-5pm)

Folded Fabric Ornament - Fans Class (For a detailed description, see the Classes page.)

Create a beautiful fan using fabrics and fusible web, adding lace or ribbon trims for an ornament that you

can hang on a holiday tree or display all year round, depending on your fabric choices. In class, you'll

complete one reversible fabric fan ornament using holiday fabrics. The $30 fee includes the pattern and

everything to make an ornament, choosing from a wide assortment of fabrics and trims. (If you already

have Debbie's pattern and bring it to class, you will receive a $10 credit on the class fee! Patterns will soon

be available at Deborah's Quilt Basket, or by contacting Debbie Jones.) Samples are on display in the shop,

or see photos on the Ornaments Page of this site. Class registrations are taken at Deborah's Quilt Basket.

Saturday, November 27, 2010, from 12:30pm till 4:00pm:

Fabric Decollage Greeting Card Class (For a detailed description, see the Classes page.)

You'll make 4 unique greeting cards and envelopes in this class using fabric and fusibles, then stamping and

embossing. Learn lots of techniques. The class fee is $36, which includes everything, even the fabrics and

fusibles! The only thing you might want to bring is a bottle of water. Samples for this class are on display in

the shop, or see photos on the Jewelry/Cards Page of this website. Class registration are being taken at

Deborah's Quilt Basket -- just call or stop by.

Monday, November 29, 2010, from 12:30pm till 4:00pm:

Advanced Fabric Greeting Card Class

Take fabric decollage cards and stamping to the limit! With a focus on stamping techniques, we'll stamp and

emboss directly on fabric and on fusible web, make windows in cards, use foils and layering, make 3-D

cards, learn stamp positioning, make mosaics, play with PearlEx powders and chalks, and more! You'll make

4 unique cards and envelopes in this class using fabric & fusibles with stamping & embossing. The class fee

is $39, which includes everything! The only thing you might bring is bottled water. Samples will soon be on

display in the shop, or see the Jewelry/Cards Page. Class registration are being taken at Deborah's shop.

Friday, December 3, 2010, from 10:00am till 4:30pm:

Fabric Seascape Wallhanging Class

Make a beautiful 30"x40" underwater scene using fabric and fusibles, with no stitching needed, though it

can be quilted if you like. Designed to be hung from a rod as a wallhanging, no mounting or framing is

required. It’s similar to the Fabric Seascape Decollage technique, but much larger, more detailed and more

fun! The class fee is $75, which includes everything except the hanging rod and the background water

fabric (all other fabrics and supplies are included). A sample will be on display in the shop as soon as it is

finished. Class registration are being taken at Deborah's Quilt Basket -- just call or stop by.

Tuesday, December 7, 2010, from 10:00am till 1:00pm:

Folded Fabric Ornament - Stars Variations!

If you have taken Debbie’s Folded Star Ornament Class, or if you’ve made a Folded Star ornament

before, then come to class and make one of the dozen beautiful variations shown in the pattern. It’s okay

if you're a little rusty, or forgot how to make the folded star. Anyone can make these variations, and you’ll

finish the ornament in class! Great for holidays, or choose other colors for year-round décor. The $30

class fee includes the pattern and everything for one ornament. (If you already have Debbie's pattern and

bring it to class, you will receive a $10 credit on the class fee! Patterns are available at Deborah's Quilt

Basket, or by contacting Debbie Jones.) Class samples are on display in the shop, or see photos on the

Ornaments Page of this website. Class registrations are being taken at Deborah's Quilt Basket.

Wednesday, December 8, 2010 from 1:00pm till 4:00pm:

Ornamental Jewelry Class

Make beautiful ornaments that can also be worn as pins or pendants, for the holidays or to be displayed/worn

year round, using Debbie’s easy fabric jewelry-making techniques. They can also be made as larger ornaments, for

a striking display on a holiday tree or in a window! Using a round base (or square, rectangle or oval), you’ll use

fabric, fusibles, trims & supplies to create these unique treasures, making two ornaments during class. Whether

you choose an angel design, underwater scene, floral motif, Asian design, an “artsy” look, or any other kind of

design, your ornaments will reflect your personality! No sewing is required and you’ll go home with finished

ornaments. The $36 class fee includes everything to makie 2 ornaments. Samples will soon be on display in the

shop, or see photos on the Jewelry & Cards Page. Class registrations are being taken at Deborah's Quilt Basket.

Deborah's Quilt Basket is located at 337 W. Venice Avenue on Venice Island, across from the post office. For details, email Debbie Jones or call her at 941-492-4314, or email Deborah Iversen of Deborah's Quilt Basket at debsquiltbasket@aol.com or call her shop at 941-488-6866.

Lecture and Classes for the Palm Beach County Quilters Guild in West Palm Beach, FL

Saturday, July 23, 2011, 9:00am (meeting starts):

Lecture: Fabric Painting - easy techniques with eye-popping results!

Saturday, July 23, 2011, afternoon class after the meeting:

Rubber Stamping on Fabric Class. (For a detailed description, see the Classes page on this website.)

With rubber stamps, stencils, inks, foils, paints, paint sticks and markers, you'll create unique fabrics that will add pizazz to your quilts, wearables or decollage! Learn tricks for getting crisp, clear images that are permanent once heat-set, and enhance your fabrics even more with inks and markers for depth and shading. We’ll even do velvet embossing! There is a required kit fee of $8 that covers your use of Debbie's stamps, stencils, inks, foils, paints, paintstiks and other supplies. The only thing you'll bring to class will be 8 fat quarters of fabric, or you can buy a $12 fabric kit from Debbie in class, which includes 8 fat quarters of fabric; this would make the total kit fee $20. See examples on the Stamped Fabrics Page on this website.

Sunday, July 24, 2011, all day class:

Fabric Decollage Landscape Class. (For a detailed description, see the Classes page on this website.)

In this class, you'll make a unique 11"x14" fabric landscape, in any style or color scheme, finished in one day! You're welcome to bring a photo or picture as inspiration, or Debbie will have plenty samples and photos to choose from in class. A supply list is available if you want to bring your own fabrics and supplies, or you can pay a $20 materials fee in class that provides everything (including thousands of fabrics to choose from!) except you bring a sharp pair of scissors and lunch. See examples on the Landscapes Page of this website.

These events will be held at 4800 Dreher Trail North in West Palm Beach. For more details, or if you are interested in attending this lecture or classes, please contact Debbie at 941-492-4314 or debbie@debbiejones.com, or visit http://www.palmbchcoquiltersguild.com/ for more information.

Class for the Hibiscus Quilt Guild in Lake Worth, Florida

Saturday, February 12, 2011, following the general meeting:

Fabric Decollage Seascape Class. (For a detailed description, see the Classes page on this website.)

Create a breathtaking 11"x14" underwater scene, weaving fish through the kelp for a 3-D look, and you'll finish it in class! Debbie will have lots of samples and pictures to choose from, for inspiration. No stitching is needed, but you can stitch or quilt your seascape later, if you like. The cost for this class is $25 per student. Also, if you choose, a $16 kit fee includes everything (with thousands of fabrics to choose from!) except for a sharp pair of scissors. (The kit fee is optional, or there is a supply list if you prefer to bring your own fabric and supplies.) See examples on the Seascapes Page on this website.

This class will be held at the Salvation Army Chapel, 2051 Kirk Rd. in Lake Worth. For more details, please contact Debbie at 941-492-4314 or debbie@debbiejones.com, or visit http://www.hqgsf.i8.com/ for more information.

Class for the West Pasco Quilters' Guild in Hudson, Florida

Saturday, October 2, 2010, 11:30am till 4:00pm:

Fabric Seascape Decollage Class. (For a detailed description, see the Classes page on this website.)

This class will be held at the Veterans Memorial Park, 14333 Hicks Rd. in Hudson. For more details, please contact Debbie at 941-492-4314 or debbie@debbiejones.com, or visit http://www.westpascoquilters.org for more information.

Fabric Painting Classes in my yard in Venice, Florida

Saturday, November 20, 2010, 9:00am till 5:00pm:

Fabric Painting Class (For a detailed description, see the Classes page on this website.)

Join the fun as you learn 14 techniques for painting on fabric, including some that look like they’re airbrushed! You’ll leave class with 4 yards of hand-painted fat quarter sized pieces, and no two will be alike. These paints are colorfast once they're heat-set. No dye powders to mix either! We'll play with scrunching, sun printing, mottling, sponging, stamping, pleating, tilting and splattering. We'll twist and twirl, and do shibori too! We'll even paint skies and water, experiment with masking and more. A detailed handout is included. Easy techniques, no prior experience necessary. What a great way to make your quilts, wearables & decollages truly unique, but watch out -- fabric painting can be addictive! Class fee: $75 includes paints and some supplies. Click here to see the Supply List for this class. See photos of these techniques on the Painted Fabrics Page of this website.

Monday, November 22, 2010, 9:00am till 4:00pm:

Fabric Painting - Sunprinting Class. (For a detailed description, see the Classes page on this website.)

Spend the entire day painting fabric and then laying interesting shapes on top of the wet fabric, so the sun can print those designs for you! There are so many things you can use for sunprinting, and you’ll choose from Debbie’s dozens of patterns, supplies and see-through fabric overlays to create one-of-a-kind fabrics. Sunprinting is the only technique we’ll do that day, but there are so many different ways to do it! A detailed handout is included. Easy techniques, no prior experience is necessary. These paints are colorfast once heat-set. No dye powders to mix either! Make your quilts, wearables & decollages truly unique. Class fee: $65 includes paints and some supplies. Click here to see the Supply List for this class. See examples of sunprinted fabrics on the Painted Fabrics Page of this website.

For these classes at my house, there is a maximum of 6 students, so you get very personalized instruction, plus a detailed handout. If you have questions, or to register, please call 941-492-4314 or emailing debbie@debbiejones.com. You can register by sending a check made out to Debbie Jones and mailing it to PO Box 56, Venice, FL 34284, or by phoning with MasterCard or Visa. Registering will reserve your space in this class.

Photo coming soon.

Butterfly Bouquet