Instructor

Salomaa, Raija
Raija Salomaa is an award-winning quilter, designer, and instructor. Just like any Finn, Raija was introduced to sewing during her early years in elementary school. But it took until she moved to the States that she saw her first quilt. It was love at first sight! She soon started to share her newfound passion, first with her friends at her dining room table and soon after at various public venues, including quilting cruises. Raija’s goal for her students is to have fun, learn a lot, and create memorable keepsakes. Raija has been quilting for over thirty years and designs quilts under her business name Quilters’ Treasure Chest. Her designs have appeared in several national quilting magazines. Soon after Raija was introduced to Studio 180 Design’s tools, she became a Studio 180 Design Certified Instructor. She loves to create unique ways to use these tools and enjoys sharing her tips and tricks with students. Raija’s work can be viewed at www.quilterstreasurechest.com.

Instructor Workshops

Fanny Josefina: Intro to Lemoyne Stars!, #257501

Piecing
Wednesday, 3/12, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Branson Convention Center - Cooper Creek 1
Salomaa, Raija
Intermediate, Advanced
$70
Plus Kit Fee

Have you always wanted to reach for the stars, but were too afraid to try it? Fear no more. This workshop will give you a great introduction to Lemoyne Star and Tucker Trimmer I tools by Studio 180 Design. Both tools will be needed to make these stunning stars. Come join Raija for this workshop, the pattern paired her skilled guidance makes a perfect introduction to Lemoyne Stars!

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Husqvarna Viking Classroom Sponsor

Gives Me Butterflies, #257507

Piecing
Friday, 3/14, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Branson Convention Center – Short Creek 4
Salomaa, Raija
Intermediate, Advanced
$70

Have you struggled making a V Block® unit? Do your points get cut off as you piece a V Block® unit to another unit? Then this class is for you! Raija will share her tips and tricks on how to achieve the best possible V Block® unit using the V Block® tool so that your points will stay as sharp as possible! Then, you will combine the V Block® units with some plain squares to make four patches that are needed to build the butterflies on this stunning quilt. New to spinning seams? We will cover that too so that you will have an additional tool in your quilter’s toolbox!

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PFAFF Classroom Sponsor

Henrika's Delight, #257102t

Piecing
Thursday, 3/13, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Branson Convention Center – Cooper Creek 3
Salomaa, Raija
Intermediate, Advanced
$125
Plus Kit Fee

Elevate your piecing skills as Raija shows you how to make Cat’s Cradle units four at a time. You will also learn to use Corner Pop II along with Tucker Trimmer I and III tools by Studio 180 Design which will quickly become your new best friends! Your newly learned skills will enable you to go home and finish your Henrika’s Delight quilt. Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Thursday.

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BERNINA

Must Have Tools & Gadgets, #LUNCHF

Lunch & Learn
Friday, 3/14, 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Branson Convention Center – Fall Creek
Salomaa, Raija
All Levels
$54

In today’s quilting scene, there are so many tools and gadgets available that many of us feel overwhelmed with the choices. Some of the tools and gadgets are amazing and provide a clear benefit to you, while others may just be a waste of money. Come join Raija in this informative lecture to find out which are some of her favorite tools and gadgets and why she feels they are worth the investment!

Lunch will be provided for you. There will be options to choose from during registration. Lecture will start at noon once meals have been given out.

quilterstreasurechest.com

Martelli

Spiral Love, #257511

Piecing
Saturday, 3/15, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Branson Convention Center – Short Creek 4
Salomaa, Raija
Intermediate, Advanced
$70
Plus Kit Fee

Want to learn to pop those corners accurately? Then this workshop is for you! You will use Corner Pop tool by Studio 180 Design to get the precision you can be very proud of! Popping corners the right way will enhance any quilt you make, so please join this informative workshop!

quilterstreasurechest.com

PFAFF Classroom Sponsor

Vendla's Play Date, #257504

Piecing
Wednesday, 3/12, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Branson Convention Center – Short Creek 2
Salomaa, Raija
Intermediate, Advanced
$70
Plus Kit Fee

Learn how to make floating V Blocks that are used for the Vendla’s Play Date quilt. Each block has only two seams, making this quilt come together easily and quickly! Raija’s novel technique will ensure the corners of these units will always stay sharp, delighting quilters of all skill levels! Join Raija on this workshop to have another fun technique in your toolbox!

quilterstreasurechest.com

Janome

Fanny Josefina: Intro to Lemoyne Stars!, #257501

Salomaa, Raija
Wednesday, 3/12
Branson Convention Center - Cooper Creek 1

Have you always wanted to reach for the stars, but were too afraid to try it? Fear no more. This workshop will give you a great introduction to Lemoyne Star and Tucker Trimmer I tools by Studio 180 Design. Both tools will be needed to make these stunning stars. Come join Raija for this workshop, the pattern paired her skilled guidance makes a perfect introduction to Lemoyne Stars!

quilterstreasurechest.com

Husqvarna Viking Classroom Sponsor

Gives Me Butterflies, #257507

Salomaa, Raija
Friday, 3/14
Branson Convention Center – Short Creek 4

Have you struggled making a V Block® unit? Do your points get cut off as you piece a V Block® unit to another unit? Then this class is for you! Raija will share her tips and tricks on how to achieve the best possible V Block® unit using the V Block® tool so that your points will stay as sharp as possible! Then, you will combine the V Block® units with some plain squares to make four patches that are needed to build the butterflies on this stunning quilt. New to spinning seams? We will cover that too so that you will have an additional tool in your quilter’s toolbox!

quilterstreasurechest.com

PFAFF Classroom Sponsor

Henrika's Delight, #257102t

Salomaa, Raija
Thursday, 3/13
Branson Convention Center – Cooper Creek 3

Elevate your piecing skills as Raija shows you how to make Cat’s Cradle units four at a time. You will also learn to use Corner Pop II along with Tucker Trimmer I and III tools by Studio 180 Design which will quickly become your new best friends! Your newly learned skills will enable you to go home and finish your Henrika’s Delight quilt. Registration for this workshop includes complimentary show admission for Thursday.

quilterstreasurechest.com

BERNINA

Must Have Tools & Gadgets, #LUNCHF

Salomaa, Raija
Friday, 3/14
Branson Convention Center – Fall Creek

In today’s quilting scene, there are so many tools and gadgets available that many of us feel overwhelmed with the choices. Some of the tools and gadgets are amazing and provide a clear benefit to you, while others may just be a waste of money. Come join Raija in this informative lecture to find out which are some of her favorite tools and gadgets and why she feels they are worth the investment!

Lunch will be provided for you. There will be options to choose from during registration. Lecture will start at noon once meals have been given out.

quilterstreasurechest.com

Martelli

Spiral Love, #257511

Salomaa, Raija
Saturday, 3/15
Branson Convention Center – Short Creek 4

Want to learn to pop those corners accurately? Then this workshop is for you! You will use Corner Pop tool by Studio 180 Design to get the precision you can be very proud of! Popping corners the right way will enhance any quilt you make, so please join this informative workshop!

quilterstreasurechest.com

PFAFF Classroom Sponsor

Vendla's Play Date, #257504

Salomaa, Raija
Wednesday, 3/12
Branson Convention Center – Short Creek 2

Learn how to make floating V Blocks that are used for the Vendla’s Play Date quilt. Each block has only two seams, making this quilt come together easily and quickly! Raija’s novel technique will ensure the corners of these units will always stay sharp, delighting quilters of all skill levels! Join Raija on this workshop to have another fun technique in your toolbox!

quilterstreasurechest.com

Janome