2025 Hawaii Cruise Classes
We are shaking things up in the quilt cruise world. Now – you may choose how you cruise by signing up for classes or free sewing time. Having dedicated times** just for those who want to sew as they wish opens up a whole new sea of possibilities. Come relax and sew your days away during our incredible Hawaii quilt cruise getaway. We are providing top of the line Bernina machines on this cruise as well as a Bernina machine expert so you don’t even need to thread your own needle!
Everyone will sign up for workshops at the same time, giving everyone the same opportunity to choose their favorites.
Workshop registration: Detailed class request forms will be emailed to all those who have signed up as quilters. (Make sure you add the I AM A QUILTER option when you book or you will NOT RECEIVE the class choices when everyone else does) You will be able to select one class each at sea day, classes are normally 6 hours long. A full day open sewing workshop will also be offered on each at sea day at the same time. Space is limited.
There is a minimum number of participants for each class just as there is a maximum number of students we can take in a class. We are allowing for social distancing in the classrooms so our maximum number is not what we have had in the past. The machine provider asks that NO MACHINE QUILTING be done on the provided machines.
Don’t despair, you may take as many or as few classes as you like when they are offered – OR you may sew in our dedicated sewing room, the choice will be yours. Your only limitation will be class or open sewing # of seats size (the number of students per class). Please understand, all class requests are sent out at the same time, we cannot hold classes for anyone prior to that date.
See you in San Diego!
Classes With Dot Ronaldson - United Kingdom
Tide Pools – 2 day workshop
Tide Pools captures the shimmer, texture, and quiet magic of the sea’s edge. In this immersive workshop, you’ll stitch and bead onto hand-painted linen, building layers of texture with specialty yarns and luminous beads to create a piece that feels alive with movement and light.
Using a combination of satin stitch, knots, whipped stitches, and surface embroidery, your design will grow organically — just like a real tide pool — resulting in a one-of-a-kind textile treasure.
- Painted linen
- A variety of textured and light reflective yarns
- A selection of bugle, seed and lentil beads.
- A 6 to 7 inch embroidery hoop
- Fabric cutting and thread cutting scissors.
- Needles.
- Medium size milliners needle
- Medium and large tapestry needle
- Small crewel needle for beading.
Collage, Foil and Stitch – 1 day workshop
- Fabric cutting and thread cutting scissors
- Milliners needles pack size 3-9
- Crewel needles pack size 5-10
- Tapestry needle size approx 26/
- A selection of stranded embroidery threads such as DMC, a few perle yarns size 12.
Exotic Flowers – 1 day workshop
Inspired by the colors of the Mediterranean and the beauty of faraway gardens, Exotic Flowers invites you to stitch a bouquet that will never fade. Layers of painted fabric, delicate hand stitches, and sparkling embellishments come together to create flowers that seem to dance with light and texture.
Each bloom is a small work of art — whimsical, expressive, and entirely your own.
- Wire
- Fine painted silk
- Stranded embroidery thread
- Textured and light reflective yarns
- Buttons
- Bugle and seed beads
- Fabric and thread cutting scissors
- Medium size milliners needle
- Small crewel needle for beading
Workshops with Debbie Maddy
Hunter’s Star Simplified Lap 58” X 58”
Image is a mockup with new fabrics available in time for the cruise.
This is a very easy quilt made with half-square triangles and squares. There are NO Y seams or set-in seams. Other sizes are available.
Kit is available in the colors shown $65.
Kits need to be ordered early so you can precut them.
Kit includes pattern, all fabrics for the quilt top, and binding.
If you choose to use your own fabrics:
Fabric Requirements:
- The lap quilt can be made with fat quarters or selvage to selvage yardage fabrics.
- 8 Fat Quarters or 3/8 yard each of 8 fabrics
- First border ~ 1/2 yard
- Outside border ~ 1 3/4 yards
- Backing ~ 4 yards
- Binding ~ 5/8 yard
General Sewing Notions
Modern Art 70” X 86”
Image is a mockup with new fabrics available in time for the cruise.
Modern quilt with large pieces to show off the beautiful fabrics.
Larger size is available; contact Debbie.
Kits is available in the fabrics shown $97.
Kits need to be ordered early so you can precut them.
If you choose to use your own fabrics:
- Fabric requirements:
- Fabric A 3/4 yard
- Fabric B 3/4 yard
- Fabric C 3/4 yard
- Fabric D 3/4 yard
- Fabric E 3/4 yard
- First Border 7/8 yard
- Outside Border 2 1/8 yard
- Binding 3/4 yard
General Sewing Notions
Stella’s Surprise Lap 66” X 66”
No Diamonds/No Y Seams!
Larger size is available; contact Debbie.
Kit is available in the colors shown $90.
Kits need to be ordered early so you can precut them.
Kit includes pattern, all fabrics for the quilt top, and binding.
If you choose to use your own fabrics:
- Fabric Requirements:
- Amounts are based on fabric that has 40” of usable fabric between the selvages.
- Fabric #1 ~ 3/8 yard
- Fabric #2 ~ 3/8 yard
- Fabric #3 ~ 3/4 yard
- Fabric #4 ~ 3/8 yard
- Fabric #5 ~ 1/2 yard
- Fabric #6 ~ 1/2 yard
- Fabric #7 ~ 1/2 yard
- Background fabric ~ 3/4 yard
- First border ~ 1/2 yard
- Outside border ~ 2 yards
- Binding ~ 5/8 yard
- Backing ~ 4 yards
General Sewing Notions
Swallows Lap 64” X 64”
Image is a mockup with new fabrics available in time for the cruise.
Delightful scrappy quilt with a vintage look.
Larger size is available; contact Debbie.
Kit is available in the colors shown $77.
Kits need to be ordered early so you can precut them.
Kit includes pattern, all fabrics for the quilt top, and binding.
If you choose to use your own fabrics:
- Fabric Requirements
- 3 charm packs + 1 mini charm or 4 charm packs or 1 1/2 yards of scraps
- Background 2 1/4 yards
- 1st Border 1/2 yard
- Outside Border 1 7/8 yards
- Binding 5/8 yard
- Backing 4 yards
General Sewing Notions
Labyrinth Lap 58” X 58”
Image is a mockup with new fabrics available in time for the cruise.
Larger size is available; contact Debbie.
Make this incredibly difficult looking but easy quilt with amazing results. No Y seams only half square triangles, squares, and rectangles.
Kit is available in the colors shown $74.
Kits need to be ordered early so you can precut them.
Kit includes pattern, all fabrics for the quilt top, and binding.
If you choose to use your own fabrics:
Fabric requirements:
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO HAVE HIGH CONTRAST BETWEEN THE
FABRICS FOR THE DESIGN TO POP AND THE WEAVING ILLUSION TO
WORK.
Fabric #1~center star ~ 1/4 yard
Fabric #2~center star ~ 1/4 yard
Fabric #3~diamond around center star ~ 1/2 yard
Fabric #4~square around center star ~ 5/8 yard
Background ~ 1 yard
First border ~ 1/2 yard
Outside border ~ 1 3/4 yards
Backing ~ 4 yards
Binding ~ 5/8 yard
General Sewing Notions
Questions, contact Debbie at Debbie@debbiemaddy.com
Classes With Dana Michelle
Dancing with My Baby – 1 day class
Alaska and Hawaii share a special bond being the two States not connected to Mainland USA. Although we are opposites in many ways, we frequent each other’s homes often; Alaskans migrating south in winter, and Hawaiians migrating north in the summer. This same migration happens each year for the Pacific humpback whale that spends the frigid winter months in the warm Hawaiian waters, and migrates north to Alaska each summer to cool off.
The kit for this project is $79.95, plus shipping. Kits include a pattern, all materials to complete the top and binding, with all appliques pre-cut and backed with Lite Steam-a-Seam II permanent bond fusible web. To order your kit, please go online at www.wildfiredesignsalaska.com or call 907-394-8130 or email order@wildfiredesignsalaska.com. Please make sure to order your kit by the end of November 2024.
Supply List
- Pencil (mechanical pencils are great since they don’t have to be sharpened)
- Good sharp pair of thread scissors
- Rotary Cutter
- Non-stick applique pressing sheet
- Travel sized cutting board and ruler, not required but recommended
- Light Table, not required but highly recommended
Japanese Elegance: Koi Pond
Japan’s influence on Hawaii is all around, and my favorite of these (besides the food) are the beautiful koi ponds that are seen at hotels, shopping centers and gardens. Koi are such elegance beautiful fish, with such a variety of colors. I love sitting and watching them swim, and I knew I would need to include them in my Japanese Elegance series.
The kit for this project is $89.95, plus shipping. Kits include a pattern, all materials to complete the top and binding, with all appliques pre-cut and backed with Lite Steam-a-Seam II permanent bond fusible web. To order your kit, please go online at www.wildfiredesignsalaska.com or call 907-394-8130 or email order@wildfiredesignsalaska.com. Please make sure to order your kit by the end of November 2024.
Supply List
- Pencil (mechanical pencils are great since they don’t have to be sharpened)
- Good sharp pair of thread scissors
- Rotary Cutter
- Non-stick applique pressing sheet
- Travel sized cutting board and ruler, not required but recommended
- Light Table, not required but highly recommended
Jellyfish Bloom – 1 day class
I absolutely love watching Jellyfish gracefully dance around at aquariums. They are such incredible creatures and mesmerizing to witness. That is unless of course it’s on the beach where you’ll want to watch out for that sting! Jellyfish bloom attempts to create that gentle peace you can find watching these creatures swim, but those little fish better watch out!
The kit for this project is $79.95, plus shipping. Kits include a pattern, all materials to complete the top and binding, with all appliques pre-cut and backed with Lite Steam-a-Seam II permanent bond fusible web. To order your kit, please go online at www.wildfiredesignsalaska.com or call 907-394-8130 or email order@wildfiredesignsalaska.com. Please make sure to order your kit by the end of November 2024.
Supply List
- Pencil (mechanical pencils are great since they don’t have to be sharpened)
- Good sharp pair of thread scissors
- Rotary Cutter
- Non-stick applique pressing sheet
- Travel sized cutting board and ruler, not required but recommended
- Light Table, not required but highly recommended
Maritime’s Most Wanted: Octopus – 1 day class
One of the most fascinating creatures in the ocean is the octopus. I just love watching these creatures swim and reach for objects; their tentacles tightly gripping onto whatever they want. They are both monstrous and beautiful, and continue to be an inspiration to me and a favorite to feature in my ocean themed designs.
The kit for this project is $82.45, plus shipping. Kits include a pattern, all materials to complete the top and binding, with all appliques pre-cut and backed with Lite Steam-a-Seam II permanent bond fusible web. To order your kit, please go online at www.wildfiredesignsalaska.com or call 907-394-8130 or email order@wildfiredesignsalaska.com. Please make sure to order your kit by the end of November 2024.
Supply List
- Pencil (mechanical pencils are great since they don’t have to be sharpened)
- Good sharp pair of thread scissors
- Rotary Cutter
- Non-stick applique pressing sheet
- Travel sized cutting board and ruler, not required but recommended
- Light Table, not required but highly recommended
Seagulls – 1 day class
Seagulls get a lot of slack from people, but a day at the beach wouldn’t be the same without their calls. Although they can be a nuisance to some, they are a permanent feature of ocean life and really quite beautiful birds. This one is sitting atop a post with another ocean themed favorite, the Japanese glass buoy.
The kit for this project is $80.45, plus shipping. Kits include a pattern, all materials to complete the top and binding, with all appliques pre-cut and backed with Lite Steam-a-Seam II permanent bond fusible web. To order your kit, please go online at www.wildfiredesignsalaska.com or call 907-394-8130 or email order@wildfiredesignsalaska.com. Please make sure to order your kit by the end of November 2024.
Supply List
- Pencil (mechanical pencils are great since they don’t have to be sharpened)
- Good sharp pair of thread scissors
- Rotary Cutter
- Non-stick applique pressing sheet
- Travel sized cutting board and ruler, not required but recommended
- Light Table, not required but highly recommended
Hawaiian Florals: Plumeria
For me the thing that takes me back to Hawaii in an instant is the smell of plumeria. These have always been my favorite flowers in Hawaii. When the plumeria trees are in bloom, the smell of them permeates the wind and the combination of ocean salty air is one of the best fragrances in the world. This design was made for our cruise to celebrate my favorite Hawaiian flower.
The kit for this project is $85.95, plus shipping. Kits include a pattern, all materials to complete the top and binding, with all appliques pre-cut and backed with Lite Steam-a-Seam II permanent bond fusible web. To order your kit, call 907-394-8130 or email order@wildfiredesignsalaska.com. This kit will not be available to purchase online as it is exclusive to the cruise. Please make sure to order your kit by the end of November 2024.
Supply List
- Pencil (mechanical pencils are great since they don’t have to be sharpened)
- Good sharp pair of thread scissors
- Rotary Cutter
- Non-stick applique pressing sheet
- Travel sized cutting board and ruler, not required but recommended
- Light Table, not required but highly recommended
Along the Shores: Sandpipers – 1 day class
My mother loves sandpipers, and when I designed the Along the Shores batik line I knew I would have to include these little birds for her. As I researched the many different types of sandpipers in Alaska and beyond I found the Western Sandpiper to be my favorite because of its cute round little body. They are found in Alaska in the summer, and winter all along the Pacific coast, occasionally visiting Hawaii. Just like a true Alaskan.
The kit for this project is $78.45, plus shipping. Kits include a pattern, all materials to complete the top and binding, with all appliques pre-cut and backed with Lite Steam-a-Seam II permanent bond fusible web. To order your kit, please go online at www.wildfiredesignsalaska.com or call 907-394-8130 or email order@wildfiredesignsalaska.com. Please make sure to order your kit by the end of November 2024.
Supply List
- Pencil (mechanical pencils are great since they don’t have to be sharpened)
- Good sharp pair of thread scissors
- Rotary Cutter
- Non-stick applique pressing sheet
- Travel sized cutting board and ruler, not required but recommended
- Light Table, not required but highly recommended
Hawaiian Florals: Hibiscus
Often if you think of items that represent Hawaii the hibiscus flower will be one of the things that come to your mind. These flowers come in a rainbow of colors and are found everywhere. Depictions of them are placed on everything from beach towels, to clothing, surf boards and tattoos. As Hawaii’s State flower, the hibiscus holds its role well representing the beautiful Hawaiian Islands. This design was made for our cruise to celebrate Hawaii’s most famous flower.
The kit for this project is $85.95, plus shipping. Kits include a pattern, all materials to complete the top and binding, with all appliques pre-cut and backed with Lite Steam-a-Seam II permanent bond fusible web. To order your kit, call 907-394-8130 or email order@wildfiredesignsalaska.com. This kit will not be available to purchase online as it is exclusive to the cruise. Please make sure to order your kit by the end of November 2024.
Supply List
- Pencil (mechanical pencils are great since they don’t have to be sharpened)
- Good sharp pair of thread scissors
- Rotary Cutter
- Non-stick applique pressing sheet
- Travel sized cutting board and ruler, not required but recommended
- Light Table, not required but highly recommended
Workshops With Ilaria Padovani
Kawandi – one day
In this workshop you will learn how to make your own beautiful Kawandi using Kaffe Fassett’s gorgeous fabrics. Kawandi are traditional quilts of the Siddi community of India, which are typically made from sari scraps patched together from the outside in.
This technique is very organic and relaxing and gives the finished quilt lots of texture. Unlike traditional quilts, Kawandi are pieced and quilted at the same time making this technique perfect for a beginner quilter or for a project ‘on the go’.
Supply list:
• Fabric Scissors
• #12wt cotton in ecru
• Flathead or dressmaker pins
• Crewel sharp needles size #5-10
• Needle threader (optional)
• Thimble (optional)
Kit includes all material necessary to complete a small 12-inch square Kawandi: backing fabric, batting, access to a selection of Kaffe Fassett’s fabrics, 12wt cotton thread.
The mandatory kit is $35 and will be available to purchase and collected on the day of the workshop.
Cash only please.
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Fabric Art Collage – one day
In this joyful, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to repurpose fabric scraps by creating a stunning fabric collage.
Explore shape and colour composition and discover how to see fabric in a whole new way – playing with scale, texture, and contrast.
You’ll also receive step-by-step guidance on safely transporting your collage and finishing it at home – whether as a gorgeous wall-hanging, a cushion, or another keepsake textile piece.
Supply List:
- Fabric scissors with fine sharp points
- Glue pen & refills (Sewline or other brands)
- Assorted needles and pins
- All-purpose thread (50wt) in grey
The mandatory kit includes access to a selection of Kaffe Fassett’s fabrics (background, vase and flower composition), Steam a Seam 2 Lite sheets, templates, instructions to complete the project.
Kit is $50 and will be available to purchase and collected on the day of the workshop.
Cash only, please.
Bright and Fancy – metal clasp purse
Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you’ll learn to craft your very own clasp purse using stunning Kaffe Fassett fabrics. These elegant snap-frame purses may look intricate, but with our step-by-step guidance, you’ll be amazed at how simple they are to make!
During this hands-on session, you’ll discover how to hand stitch a beautifully lined purse with professional finishes and fit and secure your purse neatly into the clasp frame.
You’ll leave the workshop with a gorgeous handmade purse and the confidence to make many more!
Supply List:
- Fabric scissors
- Hand sewing needles
- Embroidery/Crewel needles #7-9
- Cotton threads
- Embroidery threads/heavy duty thread
- Paper and pencil
Kit $40 includes: access to a vast selection of Kaffe Fassett’s fabrics to create your own unique design, metal clasp frame, pattern template, interfacing and full instructions to complete your project.
The mandatory kit is $40 and will be available to purchase and collect on the day of the workshop.
Cash only please.
Sashiko and Kaffe Fusion – one day
In this workshop you start by practicing how to transfer Sashiko patterns onto fabric and sew the various techniques on a sample.
Using your new skills, you will then transfer a chosen design wich you will stitch and make into a little table mat or wall hanging framed with Kaffe Fasset or some other of your choice.
Sashiko is a relaxing and portable method of stitching that adds design elements to fabrics, garments and quilts, and it is beautiful when partnered with applique work.
Supply List
- Fabric Scissors
- Small cutting mat
- 12″ Ruler
- Rotary Cutter
- Embroidery threads/heavy duty thread
- Thimble (optional)
- Needle threader (optional)
The mandatory kit $50 cash, includes: all material necessary to complete the project (indigo color fabric, sashiko thread, sashiko needle, white marking pen, pattern template, access to a selection of Kaffe Fassett fabrics for the borders).
Kit will be available to purchase in class.
Cash only please.
Crazy for Fans – one day
Join us for a textile adventure as we craft a stunning Fan Block that blends crazy patchwork, appliqué, and decorative stitching/embroidery.
You will learn how to construct a fan block using crazy patchwork methods, how to stitch curved fan sections using appliqué techniques and to create visual texture and depth with decorative embroidery stitches.
By the end of the class, you’ll have your own unique Fan Block, perfect for incorporating into a quilt, wall hanging, or cushion cover and more. A truly one-of-a-kind piece that reflects your creativity and combines traditional quilting techniques with modern design.
Supply list:
- Small cutting mat (A4)
- Rotary cutter
- Quilting Ruler
- Needles for hand stitching and embroidery
- Sewing cotton thread
- Stranded embroidery threads (various colours)
- Fabric Scissors
The optional kit is $40 and includes assorted Kaffe Fassett fabrics for the fan sections (a curated mix of prints and solids), background fabric, selection of embroidery floss and decorative threads, small pack of needles (for piecing and embroidery), fan template, instruction guide with stitch examples and layout tips.
Kit will be available to purchase and collect on the day of the workshop.
Cash only please.
Kit is available to purchase during class.
A Garden of Kaffe Hexies – one day
In this inspiring workshop, you’ll create a stunning mini quilt using a vibrant selection of Kaffe Fassett fabrics. Learn the art of fussy cutting hexagons to spotlight the most beautiful floral motifs – each one representing a month of the year – paired with crisp plain diamonds to form a radiant seasonal garden.
This class is perfect for confident beginners and experienced stitchers who love colour, design and mindful piecing. By the end of the workshop, you will have grown your own blooming quilt bursting with personality and joy.
Supply list:
- Small cutting mat (A4)
- Rotary cutter
- Quilting Ruler
- Fabric Scissors
- Glue pen & refills (Sewline or other brands)
- Assorted needles and pins
The mandatory kit is $40 and includes assorted Kaffe Fassett fabrics suitable for fussy cutting, fabric for diamonds border fabric, hexagon and diamond template, instructions to complete the quilt.
The kit will be available to collect on the day of the workshop.
Cash only please.
Slow Stitching with Boro – one day
Learn how to craft a unique textile piece transforming Kaffe Fassett’s fabric scraps into a special creation using the traditional Japanese Boro hand-stitched collage technique.
Boro – “mending” in Japanese – is a distinctive style of raw-edge appliqué that adds a unique twist to your projects. You’ll explore the use of colour and learn how to make your table runner look wonderfully random without following any obvious pattern.
By creating your own collage, you’ll discover how personal and creative your projects can be with this innovative approach to using fabric scraps.
Supply list:
- Small cutting mat (A4)
- Rotary cutter
- Quilting Ruler
- Crewel/embroidery needles size #5-10
- Sewing cotton thread
- Stranded embroidery threads (various colours)
- Fabric Scissors
The mandatory kit is $45 includes all material necessary to complete a 12”x 36” piece (plain fabric to applique’ the Boro top, access to a selection of Kaffe Fassett’s fabrics and instructions to complete the project).
Kit will be available to purchase in class.
Cash only please.
Kit is optional
Pebbles on the Beach Wall Quilt – one day
In this joyful, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to repurpose fabric scraps by creating a beautiful fabric wall hanging, inspired by the soft, organic forms of pebbles on the beach.
Working with raw edge appliqué, you’ll explore shape and colour composition, mixing scales, textures, and tones.
You’ll cut and arrange fabric pieces freely – no templates required – creating a flowing design that’s uniquely yours.
You’ll also receive expert guidance on transporting your piece safely and suggestions on how to quilt and finish it at home.
Supply List:
- Fabric scissors with fine sharp points
- Glue pen & refills (Sewline or other brands)
- Assorted needles and pins
- 12wt cotton threads or stranded embroidery threads in various colours
- Fine point tweezers (optional)
- Sharps needles with large eye
The optional kit ncludes access to a selection of Kaffe Fassett’s fabrics for the pebbles, background fabric, batting, Steam a Seam 2 Lite sheets, instructions to complete the project.
Kit is $45 and will be available to purchase and collected on the day of the workshop.
Cash only, please.
Kit is optional.
