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Crash Course Sewing Beginning Sewing - Make a Pillow Kids - PillowBeginning Sewing - Make a Totebag Kids - Tote Bag The A-Line Skirt The Summer Blouse
Easy Peasy Camisole Kids - Easy Peasy Camisole Handbags 1 Handbags 2
Handbags 3 - Zippered Makeup Bags Introduction to Draping & Patterndrafting
Introduction to Fashion Sketching How to Start a Crafty Business Make a Duct Tape Dress Form
Kids Sew Camp - Session A Kids Sew Camp - Session B Kids Sew Camp - Session C
Kids Sew Camp - Session D Intro to Glass Etching Melt & Pour Soaps Bath Salts Marble Magnets
Kids - Aprons!
Crash Course Sewing ^Top
Want to learn to sew? This quick class will teach you everything you need to get started! You will learn how to thread the machine, wind the bobbin, adjust tension, change needles, and troubleshoot. You will sew straight lines, turns and curves. Also, you will learn about sewing techniques like seam allowances, grainlines, pinning, and ironing for projects. After this class you will be set for any of our project based classes. No Supplies needed!
2 hour class - $24
Beginning Sewing - Make a Pillow ^Top
In this class you'll learn how to operate a sewing machine while making a cute pillow. You'll learn how to measure and cut your fabric, how to sew and how to press. Everyone needs pillows, right?
3 hour class - $36
Please bring the following:
• One pillow form in desired size (12" square, 14" square, 16" square, 18" square)
• Cotton fabric to cover the form - about one yard
• Matching thread
• Fabric scissors
• Pins
• Seam Ripper
• Ruler
• Pen & Paper to take notes
Kids - Pillow ^Top
This class is exclusively for kids! In this class you'll brush up your sewing machine skills while making a cute pillow. You'll learn how to measure and cut your fabric, how to sew and how to press. Everyone needs pillows, right?
2 hour class - $24
Please bring the following:
• 1 pillow form
• Fabric to cover the form (1/2 yard to a yard)
• Matching thread
• Fabric scissors & paper scissors
• Pins & seam ripper
Beginning Sewing - Make a Totebag ^Top
In this class you'll learn how to operate a sewing machine while making a fun totebag. You can use your bag as a grocery bag and live green!You'll learn how to measure and cut your fabric, how to sew and how to press.
4 hour class - $48
Please bring the following:
• 1/2 yard of cotton fabric for outside
• 1/2 yard of cotton for lining
• 1/2 yard of fusible interfacing (optional)
• Matching thread
• Fabric scissors
• Pins
• Seam Ripper
• Ruler
• Pen & Paper to take notes
Kids - Tote Bag ^Top
This class is exclusively for kids! In this class you'll brush up on your sewing machine skills while making a fun totebag. You can use your bag as a book bag and live green! So simple that you'll make tons of them as gifts!
4 hour class - $48
Please bring the following:
• 1/2 yard of cotton for outside of bag
• 1/2 yard of cotton for lining
• 1/2 yard of 45" heavyweight fusible interfacing like Decor Bond
• Matching Thread
• Fabric scissors & paper scissors
• Pins & seam ripper
• Loop turner
The A-Line Skirt ^Top
This fun class will teach you everything you need to make a super fashionable A-Line skirt with the Mahnee Titus Perfect Skirt pattern! You will learn how to read a pattern and understand construction techniques like seam allowances, pinning, and ironing for projects. This is a great follow up to any of our beginning classes.
5 hour class - $60
Please bring the following:
• The Perfect Skirt pattern in your size
• Cotton fabric (check pattern for amount needed)
• Matching thread
• Fabric scissors
• Paper scissors
• Tape measure
• Pins
• Seam Ripper
• Notebook and pen
• 1 package of WIDE single fold bias tape
• 1 package of regular single fold bias tape
The Summer Blouse ^Top
Do you have the sewing basics down? Ready to move on to something a bit more advanced? Then come learn to make a super fashionable Top with the Mahnee Titus Summer Top pattern! This is a great follow up to any of our beginning classes.
5 hour class - $60
Please bring the following:
• The Summer Blouse pattern in your size
• Cotton fabric (check pattern for amount needed)
• Matching thread
• Fabric scissors
• Paper scissors
• Tape measure
• Pins
• Seam Ripper
• Notebook and pen
Easy Peasy Camisole ^Top
Come make a quick & easy camisole with the Titus Tie Blouse pattern! You will want to make tons of these for summer. This is a great follow up to any of our beginning classes.
3 hour class - $36
Please bring the following:
• Titus Tie Blouse pattern in your size
• Fabric (check pattern for amount needed)
• Matching thread
• Fabric scissors & paper scissors
• Loop turner
• Pins & seam ripper
Kids - Easy Peasy Camisole ^Top
This class is just for kids. Come make a quick & easy camisole with the Titus Tie Blouse pattern sized for girls! You will want to make tons of these for summer. This is a great follow up to any of our beginning classes.
4 hour class - $48
Please bring the following:
• 1 yard of fabric
• Matching thread
• Fabric scissors
• Seam Ripper
• Pins
Handbags 1 ^Top
Ever wanted to make your own cute handbag? Then this is the class for you sugar! In this class you will make a pattern and sew a handbag of your own fabulous design using your own fabric. All sorts of little tricks and secrets to making a professional looking handbag will be covered. You will learn how to make and adjust handbag patterns, how to use fusible to make bags stiff, tips on choosing fabrics & trims, about different types of closures and handles plus sewing and pressing tips.
4 hour class - $48
Please bring the following:
• 2/3 yard cotton fabric for outside of bag and straps
• 2/3 yard of cotton or satin for lining and pocket
• 2/3 yard of Decor Bond or Fuse-A-Shade heavyweight fusible interfacing
• 1 yard of lightweight fusible interfacing
• I set of magnetic snaps
• Handles (optional)
• Trims (ribbon, silk flowers, buttons, etc., optional)
• Matching thread
• Fabric scissors
• Paper scissors
• Tape measure
• Pins
• Seam Ripper
• Notebook and pen
Handbags 2 ^Top
Have you made a basic handbag? Ready to move on to something a bit more advanced? Then this is the class for you! In this class you will make a very current slouchy shoulder bag and will learn how to make and adjust handbag patterns, use fusible webbing and canvas to make bags sturdy, attach purse feet, install rivets and use plastic canvas to make a hard purse bottom.
4 hour class - $48
Please bring the following:
• yard heavy weight/decorator weight cotton fabric for body of bag
• yard regular weight/quilting weight cotton fabric for lining and pocket
• 1 yard Heat & Bond or Wonder Under fusible webbing
• yard cotton canvas
• Leather or vinyl belt for the handle (1 to 1 1/2 inch wide)
• Matching thread
• 4 purse feet
• 1 piece of plastic needlepoint canvas
• 2 sets of rivets
• 2 2" O-rings
• 1 Magnetic snap set
Handbags 3 - Zippered Makeup Bags ^Top
Scared of zippers? Don't be because this class will teach you how to insert a zipper into a lined bag. We'll make a fun and functional lined makeup bag with a wrist strap and zip top. You'll never fear the zipper again!
3 hour class - $36
Please bring the following:
• 14" non separating zipper
• 1/3 yard cotton fabric
• Matching thread
• Fabric scissors
• Paper scissors
• Pins
• Seam Ripper
• Notebook and pen
Introduction to Draping & Patterndrafting ^Top
Do you have a dressform and don't know what it's good for other than hemming skirts? Have you been wanting to create your own designs? In this class we'll go over the basics of draping and patterndrafting. We'll drape a basic bodice and straight skirt in muslin and then transfer the drape to flat pattern and true it up. If time allows, we'll then cut and sew the skirt. Once you've draped a basic skirt and bodice you'll be able to start creating all different types of garments.
6 hour class - $72
Please bring the following:
• Dress form
• 3 yards of muslin (you can also use any cheap cotton, bedsheets, etc.)
• 2 yards of dot pattern paper
• 10 yards of narrow black twill tape (1/8" or 1/4")
• straight pins
• pencil and eraser
• 2x18 inch C-Thru ruler
• curved ruler (French curve or hip curve is good)
• tape measure
• fabric and paper scissors
• thread
• notebook and pen
Introduction to Fashion Sketching ^Top
Are you interested in fashion design? Are you inspired by Project Runway? This class will discuss the basics of clothing design. We'll discuss flat sketching, the elements of design and how to bring your designs to life.
2.5 hour class - $30
Please bring the following:
• Tracing paper
• Pencil
• Eraser
• Clear ruler
• Notebook and pen
How to Start a Crafty Business ^Top
Do you make cute handbags? How about funky jewelry? Do people stop you in the street and ask you about the awesome skirt that you made? Do people constantly tell you that you should sell the things you make? Have you always wanted to start your own business but didn't know how? This fun and informative class will teach you the basics on starting your own crafty business.
2 hour class - $24
We'll go over the following:
How to get a reseller's permit so you can buy your materials tax-free
How register a business name
How to get a business bank account
How to set up credit card acceptance
Selling to retail stores through wholesale and consignment
Marketing and PR
Craft shows and trunk shows
Make a Duct Tape Dress Form ^Top
Have you ever wanted your own dress form but were shocked at the prices? Duplicate your exact figure. Learn in just an afternoon how to make a custom form from duct tape and a T-shirt! You'll finally be able to alter your clothes accurately! This is a fun class to take with a friend!
6 hour class - $72
Please bring the following:
• 2 to 3 60 yard rolls of duct tape (Ace Brand is the best; avoid Nashua)
• a T-shirt that can be destroyed
• something to tie your hair up
• scissors
• 2 large bags of poly fill pillow stuffing
Kids Sew Camp - Session A ^Top
Schools out and its time to learn to sew! This is a fun 3 session class designed to teach kids ages 8-12 to operate a sewing machine, read a pattern and complete a project. You will complete a pair of pajama bottoms or an a-line skirt, your choice!
6 hour class - $72
Please bring the following:
• No supplies needed for the first session. You will need the pattern, fabric and notions for the second session.
Kids Sew Camp - Session B ^Top
Schools out and its time to learn to sew! This is a fun 3 session class designed to teach kids ages 8-12 to operate a sewing machine, read a pattern and complete a project. You will complete a pair of pajama bottoms or an a-line skirt, your choice!
6 hour class - $72
Please bring the following:
• No supplies needed for the first session. You will need the pattern, fabric and notions for the second session.
Kids Sew Camp - Session C ^Top
Schools out and its time to learn to sew! This is a fun 3 session class designed to teach kids ages 8-12 to operate a sewing machine, read a pattern and complete a project. You will complete a pair of pajama bottoms or an a-line skirt, your choice!
6 hour class - $72
Please bring the following:
• No supplies needed for the first session. You will need the pattern, fabric and notions for the second session.
Kids Sew Camp - Session D ^Top
Schools out and its time to learn to sew! This is a fun 3 session class designed to teach kids ages 8-12 to operate a sewing machine, read a pattern and complete a project. You will complete a pair of pajama bottoms or an a-line skirt, your choice!
6 hour class - $72
Please bring the following:
• No supplies needed for the first session. You will need the pattern, fabric and notions for the second session.
Intro to Glass Etching ^Top
Create the look of etched glass using etching cream. You can freehand paint your design or use stencils and stickers to create a graphic look.
2 hour class - $24
Please bring the following:
• something made of clear glass to etch
• all other supplies are provided
Melt & Pour Soaps ^Top
Come learn how to make your own custom soaps. We will use a glycerin soap base and then get creative with different essential oils and additives. You will leave with at least 2 bars of soap! All supplies are provided.
2 hour class - $24
Bath Salts ^Top
Bath salts are really easy to make and can be customized in any color and fragrance. You will make 2 varieties of salts in this class. All supplies are provided!
2 hour class - $24
Marble Magnets ^Top
Come learn to make fun magnets and pushpins using florists flat glass marbles and magazine cut outs. They are super strong and will magnify whatever image you put behind them. Quick, easy & they make great gifts! All supplies are provided!
1.5 hour class - $18
Kids - Aprons! ^Top
Come earn how to make a super cute and useful apron! Bush up on your basic sewing machine skills while learning new things like applying bias tape!
3 hour class - $36
Please bring the following:
• 1 yard of fabric
• Matching or contrasting thread
• One package of single fold WIDE bias tape
• Fabric scissors & paper scissors
• Pins & seam ripper
