BEGINNING
SEWING
Make
a skirt and top while learning to read a pattern, lay out and cut fabric,
operate a sewing machine and use basic construction techniques.
5 classes. Supply list given at first class. $80
Tues,
Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb
3, 10
6:30 – 8:30 PM
OR
Thurs,
Feb 12, 19, 26, Mar 5, 12
6:30 – 8:30 PM
OR
Thurs,
Apr 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21
6:30 – 8:30 PM
BISHOP
CONSTRUCTION
(Prerequisite:
basic smocking.
Smocking will be done outside class) You will learn step by step how to
create one of the most precious of all smocked garments, a round yoke
Bishop Dress. You will have a completed dress at the end of the class. 3
classes. Supply list mailed before first class. $50
Tues,
Jan 13, 27, Feb 3
9:30 – 11:30 AM
ADULT
SLEEP PANTS
After
you’ve learned the sewing basics, join your friends for an evening of
fun and sewing as you make sleep pants for yourself or for a gift. 1
class. Supply list mailed before first class. $30.
Fri, Jan 16
6:00 - 9:00 PM
JUMPER
CLASS (DAY)
In
the day version of our classic Jumper/John John class, make this versatile
girl’s outfit. 1 class. Supply list mailed before first class. $30.
Thurs,
Jan 22
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
CHILDREN’S
SEWING I
This class
teaches children (minimum age 8 yrs old) the basics of sewing with a
machine. Students will make a headband and pincushion during the session.
1 class. Supply list mailed before first class. $25
Thurs,
Jan 22
3:30 – 5:30 PM
SMOCKING
(Basic)
Learn
the basics of smocking to create your own masterpieces. 3 classes. Supply
list given at first class. $50
Thurs,
Jan 22, 29, Feb 5
6:30 –8:30 PM
OR
Tues,
Mar 31, Apr 7, 14
6:30 – 8:30 PM
HEIRLOOM
NOTEBOOK
Learn
techniques needed to create heirloom garments. Record machine settings and
special instructions in your notebook with samples of each technique.
Materials for samples furnished. Supply list mailed before first class.
$40.
Sat,
Jan 31
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
JOHNJOHN
CLASS (DAY)
In the day
version of our classic Jumper/John John class, make this versatile boy’s
outfit including adding snaps to the crotch. 1 class. Supply list mailed
before first class. $30.
Thurs,
Feb 5
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
ADVANCED
HAND EMBROIDERY
Continue
your mastery of handwork with this class. Learn to make a bullion animal,
cast on flowers and 2 pin wheel flowers. 1 class. Kit provided. $35.
Sat,
Feb 7
10:00 AM– 2:00 PM
EASTER
DRESS
(Advanced
level class)
Use
Children’s Corner “Mary Alice” pattern to create a beautiful dress
for Easter. Heirloom sewing and hand embroidery experience necessary.
Supply list mailed before first class. 4 classes. $65
Tues,
Feb 10, 17, 24, Mar 3
9:30 – 11:30 AM
BEGINNING
MACHINE QUILTING
Learn the basics of machine quilt-as-you-go and complete two blocks of a
small quilt. Instructions for completing the quilt on your own will be
given. Bring your machine and your lunch. 1 class. $50.
Thurs,
Feb 12
9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
JUMPER/JOHN JOHN
(Beginning level class)
Girl’s
lined jumper or boy’s one-piece lined suit. 2 classes. Supply list given at
first class. $30.
Tues,
Feb 17
6:00 - 9:00 PM
OR
Thurs,
Apr 16
6:00 - 9:00 PM
PICTURE
SMOCKING
(Prerequisite
basic smocking) -
Learn to use combinations of stitches to create scenes and figures. $40
– includes supplies.
Sat,
Feb 21
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
KWIK
SEW RUFFLED TOP AND PANTS
Make
this new and oh-so-cute ruffled cuff long sleeved, collared top and
ruffled pants. 4 classes. Supply list mailed before first class. $65.
Tues,
Feb 24, Mar 3, 10, 24
6:30 – 8:30 PM
APPLIQUÉD
EASTER JUMPER OR JOHNJOHN
In
this class you will appliqué an Easter design then put together a Jumper
or John John to complete an Easter outfit. 1 class. Supply list mailed
before first class. $50
Sat,
Feb 28
10:00AM – 3:00 PM
SEW
MANY DESIGNS
(Janome or Viking Embroidery Machines ONLY)
Learn
this simple way of making appliqués using your embroidery machine.
We’ll make a burp cloth to keep or give as a gift! Kit provided in
class. 1 class. $10.
Thurs,
Feb 26
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
BRITCHES
AND BLOOMERS
These
are the quickest and cutest pants around. The pattern can be adapted for
either a boy or girl. Take home the finished product in one class. Supply
list mailed before first class. $25.
Thurs,
Mar 5
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
INTERMEDIATE
MACHINE QUILTING
(Prerequisite,
Beginning Machine Quilting, to be taught Feb. 12)
Will review
beginner basics and continue to learn how to quilt-as-you-go. Project will
be a table runner. Bring your machine and your lunch. 1 class. Supply list
mailed before class. $50
Thurs,
Mar 12
9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
BLAIR
JACKET OR COAT
This
new Maja’s Heirlooms pattern is a great short swing jacket or long coat
that is perfect for Easter. 3 classes. Supply list mailed before first
class. $50.
Tues,
Mar 24, 31, Apr 7
9:30 – 11:30 AM
TECHNIQUES
CLASS
Learn how
to gather fabric, insert zippers, hand hem, buttons and buttonholes and
much more. 2 classes $40 – includes supplies.
Thurs,
Mar 26, Apr 2
6:30 – 8:30 PM
BOW
CLASS
Make
bows that perfectly match the outfits you create. 1 class. Supplies
provided. $10.
Sat,
Mar 28
2:00 – 3:30 PM
OR
Sat,
Apr 4
2:00 – 3:30 PM
KNIT
PAJAMAS
Bring
your serger to make a pair of knit pjs. 1 class. Supply list mailed before
first class. $25.
Fri,
Feb 13
9:30 AM - 11:30AM
OR
Thurs,
Apr 9
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
OR
Sat,
May 2
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
KWIK
SEW TIERED SKIRT
Make
a girl’s three-tiered skirt in one sitting. This simple and
oh-so-stylish skirt is a great project for those who have completed the
beginning sewing class. 1 class. Supply list mailed before first class.
$30.
Tues,
Apr 21
6:00 – 9:00 PM
AMY
BUTLER “FRENCHY BAG”
Amy
Butler is one of the hottest designers around so we’ll make one of her
trendy handbags in this one session class. Supply list mailed before first
class. $30.
Tues,
Apr 28
6:00 – 9:00 PM
CHILD’S
QUIET BOOK
Create
this wonderful interactive book to keep children busy and quiet. Great for
church! Learn such sewing techniques as inserting a zipper, buttons and
buttonholes. 2 classes. Supply list mailed before first class. $30 ($15 if
you purchased your machine from us!).
Thurs,
Apr 16, 23
10:00
AM – 2:00 PM
PIPED
INSERT TECHNIQUE CLASS
You’ve
seen square smocked inserts placed in all sorts of children’s clothes
now. Come and learn the technique used to put a piped square insert into a
garment. 1 class. Supply list mailed before first class. $15.
Sat,
May 9
1:30 – 3:30 PM
JANOME
BASIC NEW OWNER CLASS
This
class is for those new owners with mechanical machines. We will cover
buttonholes, blind hem, plus other machine techniques. Bring your machine,
instruction book and accessories. Free.
Sat,
Jan 10
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
DESIGNER
SE NEW OWNER
Come learn
the ins and outs of your new Designer SE. We
will cover buttonholes, blind hem, plus other machine techniques. Bring
your machine, instruction book and accessories. Free.
Sat,
Jan 17
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
VIKING
NEW OWNER (Models
other than SE & Diamond)
Come learn the ins and outs of your new Viking sewing machine. We
will cover buttonholes, blind hem, plus other machine techniques. Bring
your machine, instruction book and accessories. Free.
Sat,
Jan 17
1:30 – 3:30 PM
JANOME
COMPUTER NEW OWNER CLASS
This
class is for those new owners with computerized machines. We will cover
buttonholes, blind hem, plus other machine techniques. Bring your machine,
instruction book and accessories. Free.
Sat,
Jan
24
10:00 – 12:00 PM
JANOME
CUSTOMIZER SOFTWARE
Learn to use the software
that allows you to digitize simple designs, combine designs and transfer
designs from your computer to your machine. Bring your laptop with your
software loaded. Free.
Sat, Mar 7
1:30– 3:30 PM
SERGER I
Bring your own serger and
accessories. Free.
Sat, Mar 7
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
OR
Tues, Mar 10
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
JANOME
MACHINE EMBROIDERY I
Learn basic embroidery
skills. We will cover stabilizers, hooping, threads, design placement and
much more. Bring your machine and embroidery accessories. Free.
Sat, Mar 28
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
MONOGRAM
WIZARD PLUS
Learn
to use this simple yet powerful monogramming software, including
transferring designs to your machine. Free.
Sat, Apr 4
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
JANOME
MACHINE EMBROIDERY II
Get advanced training on
the use of your embroidery unit. Class covers rehooping and using the
larger hoops and designs. Free.
Sat,
Apr 18
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
SERGER
II
Make samples of many serger techniques. Bring your own serger and
accessories. Free
Sat,
Apr 25
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
OR
Thurs, Apr 30
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
If
you need help with your new sewing machine or computer software, please
call the store for an appointment and let us help you.
