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Slow Sew-cial Handwork Hangout
- May 23, 2025 04:00 pm

Take a moment to slow down and immerse yourself in the art of handcrafting. Whether it's hand sewing, English paper piecing, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or any other portable project, bring your current handwork and enjoy a relaxing, creative time with us. Let's unwind, connect, and make something beautiful together

Cost: $ 5.00
This lesson will focus on Machine Applique and putting blocks together. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Machine Applique and putting blocks together. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
Make Nine Discussion Group
- Jun 20, 2025 06:00 pm

We invite all of our Make Nine participants to a discussion group the second Friday of each month to encourage each other, discuss challenges in their garment making and explore solutions. This is an opportunity to show-and-tell! Bring your laptop and a notebook!

Cost: $ FREE
Finishing Workshop 10am-4pm
- Jun 21, 2025 10:00 am

This workshop provides individualized support so, SEW, you can finish your projects: Bag Projects, By Annie Projects Quilt Projects Garment Projects Alterations Come spend time with fellow makers!

Cost: $ 50.00
Slow Sew-cial Handwork Hangout
- Jun 27, 2025 04:00 pm

Take a moment to slow down and immerse yourself in the art of handcrafting. Whether it's hand sewing, English paper piecing, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or any other portable project, bring your current handwork and enjoy a relaxing, creative time with us. Let's unwind, connect, and make something beautiful together

Cost: $ 5.00
Zinnia Pillow
- Jun 29, 2025 01:00 pm

Let’s have fun with fabric! You will create an eye popping blooming pillow. The technique transfers easily to other crafty home decor projects!

Cost: $ 40.00
We continue our 2025 focus on quilting skills! In this colorful class you will create a holiday table topper using jelly roll strips!

Cost: $ 70.00
Posh Wreath Wall Hanging
- Jul 12, 2025 10:00 am

Experience the wonderful method of curved piecing while making the festive wreath wall hanging!

Cost: $ 70.00
This lesson will focus on Single Jumbo or Multi Hooping Raw Edge Applique. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Single Jumbo or Multi Hooping Raw Edge Applique. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
Make Nine Discussion Group
- Jul 18, 2025 06:00 pm

We invite all of our Make Nine participants to a discussion group the second Friday of each month to encourage each other, discuss challenges in their garment making and explore solutions. This is an opportunity to show-and-tell! Bring your laptop and a notebook!

Cost: $ FREE
Finishing Workshop 10am-4pm
- Jul 19, 2025 10:00 am

This workshop provides individualized support so, SEW, you can finish your projects: Bag Projects, By Annie Projects Quilt Projects Garment Projects Alterations Come spend time with fellow makers!

Cost: $ 50.00
Slow Sew-cial Handwork Hangout
- Jul 25, 2025 04:00 pm

Take a moment to slow down and immerse yourself in the art of handcrafting. Whether it's hand sewing, English paper piecing, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or any other portable project, bring your current handwork and enjoy a relaxing, creative time with us. Let's unwind, connect, and make something beautiful together

Cost: $ 5.00
Join Deb Riddle for the Month of August and create this STUNNING Poinsettia themed quilt!

Cost: $ 100.00
This lesson will focus on Blanket Stitch Applique. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Blanket Stitch Applique. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
Make Nine Discussion Group
- Aug 15, 2025 06:00 pm

We invite all of our Make Nine participants to a discussion group the second Friday of each month to encourage each other, discuss challenges in their garment making and explore solutions. This is an opportunity to show-and-tell! Bring your laptop and a notebook!

Cost: $ FREE
Finishing Workshop 10am-4pm
- Aug 16, 2025 10:00 am

This workshop provides individualized support so, SEW, you can finish your projects: Bag Projects, By Annie Projects Quilt Projects Garment Projects Alterations Come spend time with fellow makers!

Cost: $ 50.00
Amanda Murphy Event
- Sep 04, 2025 10:00 am

More Information Coming Soon! Save these Dates! Different Classes Each Day...... Quilting Techniques for Longarm Sit-down models, Frame models and Domestic machines..... Something for EVERYONE!

Amanda Murphy Event
- Sep 05, 2025 10:00 am

More Information Coming Soon! Save these Dates! Different Classes Each Day...... Quilting Techniques for Longarm Sit-down models, Frame models and Domestic machines..... Something for EVERYONE!

Amanda Murphy Event
- Sep 06, 2025 10:00 am

More Information Coming Soon! Save these Dates! Different Classes Each Day...... Quilting Techniques for Longarm Sit-down models, Frame models and Domestic machines..... Something for EVERYONE!

Save the Date! More information coming soon! BERNINA Event: Lecture Demo with Connie Fanders, BERNINA's Premier expert on the 990!

Save the Date! More information coming soon! BERNINA Event: Lecture Demo with Connie Fanders, BERNINA's Premier expert on the 990!

990 Hands-on Event with Connie Fanders
- Sep 13, 2025 10:00 am

SAVE the DATE: More Information Coming Soon. This class will have limited space and is designed for owners and folks considering this machine. Connie was involved in the development of the 990, the machine that makes sewing fabulously easier! The focus will be on in-the-hoop quilting and embroidery.

This lesson will focus on Trupunto. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Trupunto. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
Make Nine Discussion Group
- Sep 19, 2025 06:00 pm

We invite all of our Make Nine participants to a discussion group the second Friday of each month to encourage each other, discuss challenges in their garment making and explore solutions. This is an opportunity to show-and-tell! Bring your laptop and a notebook!

Cost: $ FREE
Finishing Workshop 10am-4pm
- Sep 20, 2025 10:00 am

This workshop provides individualized support so, SEW, you can finish your projects: Bag Projects, By Annie Projects Quilt Projects Garment Projects Alterations Come spend time with fellow makers!

Cost: $ 50.00
This lesson will focus on 3D Pinwheel. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on 3D Pinwheel. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
Make Nine Discussion Group
- Oct 17, 2025 06:00 pm

We invite all of our Make Nine participants to a discussion group the second Friday of each month to encourage each other, discuss challenges in their garment making and explore solutions. This is an opportunity to show-and-tell! Bring your laptop and a notebook!

Cost: $ FREE
Finishing Workshop 10am-4pm
- Oct 18, 2025 10:00 am

This workshop provides individualized support so, SEW, you can finish your projects: Bag Projects, By Annie Projects Quilt Projects Garment Projects Alterations Come spend time with fellow makers!

Cost: $ 50.00
This lesson will focus on Tiling Scene Techniques. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Tiling Scene Techniques. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on House Block. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on House Block. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Continuous Embroidery and Adding Text. Text can be customized. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Continuous Embroidery and Adding Text. Text can be customized. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Assembly. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Assembly. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Quilting In the Hoop. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Quilting in the Hoop. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Quilt Label. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00
This lesson will focus on Quilt Label. Please click on this link for more detailed information.

Cost: $ 30.00

Quilting Classes / Small Project Classes / Garment Classes / Seminars


See the calendar of upcoming classes or download class descriptions in list format...

See pictures of class samples in the Class Gallery.
Class descriptions indicate how much experience is required to get the most out of the class.

Quilting and Small Project Classes are offered at a variety of levels.  These levels are defined accordingly: 

Beginner

  • Little or no quilting experience
  • Must know how to thread and use your machine.  Machine mastery is not necessary.  If you do not have any experience with your machine, register for a "Learn to use Your Machine" class.

Confident Beginner:

  • Can operate sewing machine
  • Familiar with using rotary cutter and can cut accurately
  • Understands the importance of and can sew an accurate 1/4" seam for Quilting Classes
  • Has taken Quilting 101

Intermediate:

  • Has pieced several tops
  • Understands the importance of and can sew an accurate ¼” seam
  • Has experience with half-square triangles and bias edges
  • Is looking for a new quilting experience or challenge.


Garment Classes

All garment class participants need to know how to thread their sewing machines and/or overlock machines confidently. 

"Learn to Use Your Machine" class is offered at RainTree the last week of most months; this class provides the beginner with basic sewing machine skills.  It is a recommended prerequisite.  Other possible prerequisites are:  "Learn to Thread Your Serger" (if you own a serger).

Seminars

Seminars are 2 - hour events hosted in one of our classrooms.  You will need no supplies!  The instructor will typically demonstrate and facilitate discussions about the selected topic.  The object is to offer enough instruction so participants can refresh their knowledge or consider taking classes to learn more about the topic.

BERNINA Academy events occur occasionally on our schedule.  These events are highly recommended to all.

General Class Policies


  1. Class fee is required to register. The supply list is provided at the time of registration.  If you register online you will still need to pick up a class supply list at the store.
  2. Read the supply list completely and follow any preparation instructions, prior to attending the first class.
  3. Classes start on time. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early to set up and have all supplies purchased before start of class.
  4. Please, no children, babies or cell phones in class.  
  5. If, after registering, you find you are unable to attend the class and you notify RainTree seven days prior to the class date, we will give you a store credit for the amount of the class fee.
  6. Minimum enrollment for all classes is four students. RainTree Quilting will make every effort to avoid canceling a class, however, if a class has not met the minimum number of enrollees within seven days of the first class session, it may be canceled. Students will be contacted by phone and issued a store credit or refund.
  7. Phone registration can be taken with bank card payment only.
  8. Students receive a 10 percent discount on fabrics, supplies and book or pattern as listed on the supply list, not to be combined with other promotions or sale prices. It is your responsibility to inform the sales associate that your purchase is for a class.
  9. Quilting 101 students receive a 10 percent discount on one each: Rotary Cutter, Ruler and Matt as listed on the supply list as well as a 10 percent discount on fabric required for Quilting 101.
  10. Please refrain from wearing fragranced products during classes.  We strive to offer an air environment friendly to all.  If you need to pre-wash your fabrics, do so in just water without the use of fabric softeners or dryer sheets.  We have instructors and customers sensitive to scented products.  Thank you so much for your kind understanding.

Copyright Policy


Many classes offered at RainTree require the purchase of a book or pattern. If a class is taught from a book or pattern, the quilt shop and teacher must require that each student have a copy of that book or pattern. Copying a pattern without permission is a violation of copyright law and denies the copyright holder, usually the author or pattern designer, from benefiting from their hard work. To help cut down on your class costs, RainTree offers a 10 percent discount on all books required for a quilt class taught at the store.
CONTACT RainTree Quilting
  • 9105 Mendenhall Mall Rd Ste 350
    Juneau, AK 99801
    Ph: (907) 789-7900

  • Hours: Effective 4/24/2024
  • (holidays can affect store hours)
    • MON-FRI: 10 - 7
    • SAT 10 - 6 | 
    • Sunday: 12 - 5
    • April 26, 2024 10-5pm (Closing early for training / event)

  • Holidays Closed: Jan 1, Easter Sunday, July 4th,  Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day

Thanksgiving Eve Hours: 10-4
Christmas Eve Hours: 10-4
New Years Eve Hours: 10-4


Closed for Staff Training:
January 2nd-3rd 2025
OPEN: Saturday, Jan 4th
Closed Mon.-Thurs., Jan 6th-10th for
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