Adult Workshops
Sewing Workshops (scroll down for calendar)
NEW CLASS! UNDERSTANDING GARMENT PATTERNS (1-1/2 hours. $25) No project will be sewn during this class, Toni will explain how to find and understand all the information that is included in commercial garment patterns to help you understand the directions and to make good choices of which patterns to buy and what fabrics to use for them.
Students will complete a project in each of the following workshops. Includes all materials, use of sewing machines, and instruction by Toni. You are also welcome to bring your own machine. See below for workshop types. Duration and price vary.
Beginners Sewing #1($30, 2 hrs) Covers machine sewing basics. Perfect for new sewers and those who want a refresher course. Project is Striped Pillow (like this).
Quilted Patchwork Potholder ($30, 2 hrs.) Sew nine 4″ squares together, quilt them to batting and a backing using the “stitch in the ditch” method and bind the edges with bias tape that we make ourselves. VERY basic sewing skills required.
Beginners Sewing #2 -Tote Bags ($30, 2 hrs) Choose from our selection of colorful pre-cut fabrics. Beginners Sewing #1 is a pre-requisite UNLESS you already have basic sewing skills.
Half Apron w/ruffle
Half Apron ($40, 3 hrs) In this 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to gather a ruffle and attach a waistband. Basic sewing skills required.
“Stuff” Clutch
Stuff Clutch ($30, 2 hrs) Make a clutch bag that is both fashionable and functional. Perfect on its own or to hold those little things that get lost in the bottom of your purse. Design one to complement your favorite going-out look! Basic sewing skills required.
Kids’ Activity Folder
Kids Activity Folder ($30, 2 hrs) Learn to sew this tri-fold fabric folder, great for keeping kids entertained during long car rides or in a restaurant. Makes a wonderful gift for a child that parents can enjoy too! Measures 8″x17″ when open, 8″x7″ when folded. Designed to hold crayons, pencils, pads, and books. Basic sewing skills required.
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APRIL 2013 Schedule
Mon. 4/22 7:00-9:00PM Beginning Sewing #2 – Tote Bags (MUST have basic machine sewing skills)
TUES. 4/23 OPEN STUDIO 6-9 PM Bring your own project & work in the studio using our machines & tools. $10/ hr ALSO-Learn to hem pants! Bring your pants that need hemming and we’ll teach you how to hem them on the spot!
Wed. 4/24 7:00-9:00PM Beginning Sewing #1 – Pillow (PERFECT for complete beginners!)
Mon. 4/29 6:00-9:00PM Half Apron w/ruffle (MUST have basic machine sewing skills)
TUES. 4/30 OPEN STUDIO 6-9 PM Bring your own project & work in the studio using our machines & tools. $10/ hr ALSO-Learn to hem pants! Bring your pants that need hemming and we’ll teach you how to hem them on the spot!
MAY 2013 SCHEDULE of WORKSHOPS
ALL MAY WORKSHOPS ARE HALF PRICE!!!!
WED. MAY 1 7:00-9:00PM Your Choice – select a Stuff Clutch or an Activity Folder (MUST have basic machine sewing skills)
SAT. MAY 4 FULL 10:30AM-12:30PM Beginning Sewing #1 – Pillow (PERFECT for complete beginners!)
MON. MAY 6 7:00-9:00PM Beginning Sewing #2 – Tote Bags (MUST have basic machine sewing skills)
TUES. MAY 7 OPEN STUDIO 6-9 PM Bring your own project & work in the studio using our machines & tools. $10/ hr ALSO-Learn to hem pants! Bring your pants that need hemming and we’ll teach you how to hem them on the spot!
WED. MAY 8 7:00-9:00PM Beginning Sewing #1 – Pillow (PERFECT for complete beginners!)
MON. MAY 13 7:00-8:30PM NEW CLASS! - UNDERSTANDING GARMENT PATTERNS Toni will explain how to find and understand all the information that is included in commercial garment patterns to help you understand the directions (which sometimes don’t seem to be written in English!) and to make good choices of which patterns to buy and what fabrics to use for them. No project will be sewn during this class.
TUES. MAY 14 OPEN STUDIO 6-9 PM Bring your own project & work in the studio using our machines & tools. $10/ hr ALSO-Learn to hem pants! Bring your pants that need hemming and we’ll teach you how to hem them on the spot!
WED. MAY 15 7:00-9:00PM Beginning Sewing #1 – Pillow (PERFECT for complete beginners!)
MON. MAY 27 7:00-9:00 Bib Apron – GREAT for grilling (Father’s Day is coming!). (MUST have basic machine sewing skill)
TUES. MAY 28 OPEN STUDIO 6-9 PM Bring your own project & work in the studio using our machines & tools. $10/ hr ALSO-Learn to hem pants! Bring your pants that need hemming and we’ll teach you how to hem them on the spot!
THERE WILL BE NO WORKSHOPS OFFERED DURING JUNE, JULY & AUGUST DUE TO THE INTENSITY OF SUMMER SEWING CAMP. WATCH FOR THE SCHEDULE OF WORKSHOPS TO BE OFFERED IN SEPTEMBER. HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!
Cancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend a workshop in which you have enrolled, please email Toni so that others may take your place. We will be happy to reschedule with advance notice. For last minute cancellations, please call Toni’s cell 919-740-3587.
If only two people enroll in a workshop, Toni reserves the right to cancel that class. You will be notified in advance should this occur.
Pre-registration and payment required. Click here to enroll!