January Classes

Tuesday Nights: Sewing Techniques

Get to know your Serger

Date and Time: Tuesday, January 4th 6:00-8:00pm

Objective: For those who have a serger but aren’t quite sure how to use it, or for those who just need a refresher, this is the class for you. In this class, the focus will be on threading the serger, troubleshooting problems, and basic serger techniques.

Cost: $25

Get to know your Sewing Machine

Date and Time: Tuesday, January 11th 6:00-7:30pm

Objective: Pull that old sewing machine out of the attic, we’ll show you how to use it. In this class you will learn the parts of the machine, how to thread the machine, and how to fix troublesome tension.

Cost: $25

Bound Buttonholes

Date and Time: Tuesday, January 18th 6:00-7:30 pm

Objective: Learn how to sew bound button holes and give your coats and jackets a high end look with this simple tailoring technique.

Cost: $35 (all materials included)

Darts and Princess Seams

Date and Time: Tuesday, January 25th 6:00-8:00pm

Objective: Tailoring a garment is easy with darts and princess seams. Learn these simple techniques to make your clothes fit fabulously.

Cost: $35 (all materials included)

Wednesday Nights: Knits

Knits for Beginners

Dates and times: Wednesday, January 5th and 12th 6:00-8:00 pm

Objective: For those who are just learning to sew with knits, broaden your knowledge by:

Learning basic types of knit fabrics

Discussing what projects can be made with knits

Using a serger and practicing basic finishing techniques

Projects: A basic t-shirt, the building block for all knit projects

Cost: $50 +cost of materials

Intermediate Knits

Dates and times: Wednesday January 19th and 26th 6:00-8:00 pm

Objective: For the more experienced seamstress that has not had the opportunity to work with knit fabrics, here is your chance to learn more by:

A brief overview of serger use and types of knit fabrics

Practicing more advanced construction and sewing techniques

Project: A basic knit dress

Cost: $50 +cost of materials

Thursday Nights: Fun Projects

Stitch-n-Witch

Date and time: Thursday, January 6th and 20th 6:00-8:00 pm

Objective: Do you need help with your sewing projects? Bring them in, we can help!

Cost: It’s free and fun for all!

Tie Making Class

Date and time: Thursday, January 13th 6:00-8:00 pm

Objective: Learn how to make a necktie while practicing couture hand sewing techniques.

Cost: $30 +the cost of materials

Knit Shrug

Date and time: Thursday, January 27th 6:00-8:00pm

Objective: Learn how to make a simple and stylish shrug out of knit fabric.

Cost: $35 +cost of materials