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CLASSES: Beginning Sewing & Beyond

#101 Beginning & Beyond Level 101
Yes... you can make it yourself!
$140 class fee / 3 to 5 sessions
For beginners - returning seamsters - continuing learners
(Teens to adult)

Come learn to sew or improve your skills in these hands-on “Beginners and Beyond” classes. Make a simple garment you’ll want to wear and take the guesswork out of sewing. Make a pair of pj bottoms, pants, a robe or a skirt! You’ll learn how to read a pattern and select fabric; basic sewing and finishing techniques; and how to sew basic wardrobe garments. Enjoy a small class size and work at your own pace. It’s okay to repeat the class and work on different projects of your choice or to move on to other classes of your choice! Take one or take many! Sign up early.

-Sewing Machines provided.
-Detailed Supply list, including recommended project patterns


Saturday Daytime - 10 am to 1:00 pm
Instructor Alice Elliot
101C July 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9
101G September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4
101M October 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15
Sunday Daytime - Noon to 5:00 pm
Instructor Terri Travis
101E July 20, 27, August 3 (3 session Special)
101H September 7, 14, 21 (3 session Special)
Monday Evening - 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Instructor Lisa Levaggi Rich
101D July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11
101J September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6
101N October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24
Tuesday Evening - 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Instructor Nicole Vasbinder

(see 102 "Hip to Sew")
102A July 8, 15, 22 (Skirt Class)
102E October 21, 28, November 4 (Skirt Class)
Tuesday Daytime - 10 am to 1:30 pm
Instructor Terry McClintock
101P Oct 28, Nov 4, 11, 18 (4 Session Special)
Wednesday Evening - 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Instructor Alice Elliot
101A July 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6
101G September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1
101L October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5
101Q November 12, 19, December 3, 10, 17
Thursday Evening - 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Instructor Lisa Levaggi Rich
101B July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7
101K September 25, October 2, 9, 23, 30 (Skip 10/16)
Friday Evening - 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Instructor Nicole Vasbinder

(see 102 "Hip to Sew")
102B July 18, 25, August 1 (Skirt Class)
102D September 5, 12, 19 (Skirt Class)
102F December 5, 12, 19 (Skirt Class)
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#102 Hip-to-sew Intro:
Make a Great Skirt with Nicole Vasbinder!
$85 class fee / 3 sessions
Beginner Level

Want to learn to sew? This fun class will teach you everything you need to get started plus you’ll make a super fashionable A-line skirt out of cotton with the Mahnee Titus Perfect Skirt pattern! You’ll learn how to thread the machine, wind the bobbin, adjust tension, change needles, and troubleshoot. You’ll also learn how to read a pattern and to understand construction techniques like seam allowances, pinning, and ironing for projects.

-Sewing Machines provided.
-Supply List.

102A January 8, 22, 29 - Tuesdays 6:30 - 9:30 pm
102B January 25, February 1, 8 Fridays 6:30 - 9:30 pm
102C February 29, March 7, 14 Fridays 6:30 - 9:30 pm
102D April 1, 8, 15 Tuesdays 6:30 - 9:30 pm
102E June 6, 13, 20 Fridays 6:30 - 9:30 pm
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#103 Hip-to-sew Intro:
Make a Great TOP with Nicole Vasbinder!
$60 class fee / 2 sessions
Advanced Beginner Level

Do you have the sewing basics down? Ready to move on to somethine 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 the Make a Great Skirt Class (102 series).

-Sewing Machines provided.
-Supply List.

103A March 4 & 11 - Tuesdays 6:30 - 9:30 pm
103B May 2 & 23 - Fridays 6:30 - 9:30 pm
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#104 Hip-to-sew Intro:
Make a Cabo Halter Top with Nicole Vasbinder!
**NEW CLASS!!**
$60 class fee / 2 sessions
Advanced Beginner Level

Come make this fun in the sun halter top using Amy Butler's Cabo Halter pattern. So fresh and stylish! You'll learn how to install an invisible zipper and sew a self-lined bodice. This is a great follow-up to the Make a Great Skirt Class (102 series).

-Sewing Machines provided.
-Supply List.

104A August 15 & 22 - Fridays 6:30 - 9:30 pm
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