Class Policies
You must pay for the class when you register. Phone reservations are accepted with a credit card. The supply list is provided when you pay your class fee. We can mail or fax the supply list.
If we cancel a class you will receive a full refund of the class fee.
If you are unable to attend a class and give us 10 days notice, we will give you an in-store credit for your class fee.
We are unable to give any refund or store credit for classes with out-of-state visiting teachers if you should be unable to attend.
Ten days prior to the start of the class, the class is committed to go. After that time there is no refund or in-store credit for missing a class.
Out of consideration for the instructor and other students, children, spouses or visitors are not allowed at classes unless enrolled as a student.
Thank you for following and respecting our policies.
Class Levels
| Beginner | New to sewing and enthusiastic to learn! |
| Beginner Plus | Comfortable with reading a basic pattern and have made simple garments. Now you're ready to take the next step. |
| Intermediate | These classes assume you are experienced in reading a pattern and have sewn more complicated garments. These are faster paced classes and tackle more difficult patterns and special techniques. |
Back to Basics I
Learn the basics of the sewing machine, how to read a pattern, create a muslin sample and learn how to alter it to fit you perfectly. You'll also learn how to insert zippers and proper dart placement. We'll also talk about the notions that the professionals use and why! This class is four sessions with two instructors to ensure individual attention.
Monday. February 25, March 3, 10 and 17 11-3pm
Kirsten Longly and Cherri Mansfield
Back to Basics II
Pre-requisite for this class is Back to Basics I
With the pattern created in Back to Basics I, we will now create a skirt that will flatter your figure. Show off your curves or minimze, it's your pattern. You're the designer! Project Runway...here we come!
Saturday, April 19, 26 & May 3 10-1pm
Kirsten Longly and Cheri Mansfield
Boned Bodice
Shape and structure are very important in special occasion fashions. Learn how to use boning to enhance your garment and flatter your figure.
Sunday, March 16 1-3pm
Krista Pemberton
Bridal Accessories
We're goin' to the chapel and we're gonna get married...if you're in that situation, this is the class for you! Make your special day even more special by creating your own bridal accessories. We'll make veils, garters and a ring pillow. You'll finish these items just in time for the spring wedding season.
Saturday, March 29, April 5 & 12 10-1pm
Kirsten Longly
Heirloom Serging
Pre-requisite for this class is Serging 101.
Apply the techniques that you learned from Serging 101 and make a fancy band that can be used for a pillow top or yoked top. You will master rolled hemming, flatlock and shirring.
Sunday, February 17 & 24 1-4pm
Linda Holman
Kuspuk I
Have you been admiring all of those kuspuks we have around the store? Now, Yvonne with assistance from Cheri, will help you construct one for yourself. Learn how to select the correct pattern size, make personal adjustments, cut, construct and embellish with purchased trim. It's hard to stop with just one!
Saturday, January 26 and February 2 11-2pm
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Saturday, February 9 3-6pm
Yvonne Emery and Cheri Mansfield
Kuspuk II with Kupok Trim
It's a good idea to have taken the Kuspuk I class prior to taking this class. You'll be using the same kuspuk pattern as before, but htis time, you'll learn how to insert a separating zipper and make your own kupok trim for embellishing the cuffs and bottom. Two instructors help to ensure individual attention.
Saturday, February 16, 23 and March 1 3-6pm
Yvonne Emery and Cheri Mansfield
One of a Kind
Be your own designer! Make simple modifications to commercial patterns to create your own designs. You can transform an ordinary pattern into a desinger original with a few simple design changes. You'll definitly stand out in the fashion crowd!
Friday, February 1, 8, 15 & 22 4-7pm
Linda Homan
Pants Fitting with a Twist
It's tough to find the perfect pair of pants that fit properly. In this class, you will use a basic pant pattern and learn how to measure and make adjustments so that it will fit your figure perfectly. Now it will be easy to create professional looking pants that fit well.
Sunday, April 13 & 20 1-3pm
Krista Pemberton
Pillowcase & PJ's-Adult
You're never too old for a slumber party! This class is for the beginner adult who needs something comfy to wear around the house. Learn the basics of the sewing machine while creating your own personalized pillowcase and pajama bottoms.
Thursday, April 3, 10 & 17 11-1pm
Linda Garrett
Pillowcase & PJ’s-Kids
Kids are sewing! This class is for the total beginner. Learn the basics of the sewing machine while creating your own personalized pillowcase and pajama bottoms. You'll be ready for any slumber party this year! Make sure your sewing machine is in good working order and that you know how to thread it and wind a bobbin.
Saturday, February 9, 16 and 23 11-1pm
Linda Garrett
Pull-Over Scrub
Rae understands the need for function of a scrub top, being an ER nurse. She has modified her patterns over the years to create fashion and function. Using a McCalls pattern as a base, she will show you tricks to make that scrub top work perfectly for you. No need to be a doctor or a nurse. Scrub tops are great for teachers, gardeners and seamstresses.
Wednesday, March 19 & 26 10-1pm
Rae Longebrake
Serging 101
Time to get that serger out of the box and put it to work! This is an intensive serging class that will teach you all of the functions you'll need to help you master that machine! Learn the difference between a rolled hem and a flatlock. You'll create a technique book with lots of samples to refer back to time and time again.
Saturday, January 26 & February 3 3-6pm
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Sunday, January 27 & February 4 1-4pm
Linda Homan
Sewing for Special Occasions
Do you have a prom, wedding, family or school reunion coming up? Want to impress and dazzle your peers? Linda will help you create that special look. Learn techniques on fitting, underpinnings, linings, boning, bias binding and hand sewing. This class has it all to help create a masterpiece for that special event in your life.
Saturday, March 22, 29, April 5 & 12 3-6pm
Linda Holman
Sewing with Silk
The selection of beautiful silk can be overwhelming to chose from and frustrating to tame. Learn proper pinning, cutting and sewing as well as some history about this beautiful natural fiber. Krista will share her silk knowledge and tips so that you'll never be intimidated again!
Sunday, March 2 1-3pm
Krista Pemberton
Smocked Pillow
The art of smocking is back, well, actually it never went away! Mary is an expert and will teach you this beautiful art form while constructing a smocked band that will be incorporated into a pillow. Mary will provide the pre-pleated cotton batiste band that is needed for the project. Kit fee of $6.00 to be paid to the teacher.
Friday, February 8 and 15 11-2pm
Mary Wladkowski
Teen Sewing
No school today! Spend your time creating a one-of-a-kind skirt that is reversible! Gather your girlfriends, bring a lunch and you'll have plenty of time to finish this project before school starts the next day! No sewing machine? No worries! We'll loan you one of our Bernina sewing machines to use!
Linda Homan
Monday, January 21 11-5:30pm
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Monday, February, 18 11-5:30pm
Trims, Beads and Embellishments
Turn those off the rack garments from dull to dazzling! Projects come alive with just a few extra details that will add a designer touch. Krista, milliner extraordinaire, will inspire your creativity and give you all sorts of tips and techniques in this lecture/demo class presentation.
Sunday, February 10 1-3pm
Krista Pemberton
Tulip Skirt
This figure flattering four piece skirt is indiviually sized. These ladies have mastered this pattern for ease of fit and constructions. They will treach you how to draft your own pattern, along with their personalized construction and finishing techniques.
Friday, January 25 11-2pm
France Lancup and Betty Dahler
Versatile Turtle
France and Betty love this fashionably easy turtleneck using Vogue pattten #7799. The pattern is sized for knit fabrics, but wovens can be easily modified to work with this pattern. You'll also learn to finishing techniques and personal fitting. This is a great addition to any wardrobe because it can be fancy or casual.
Friday, February 1 11-2pm
France Lancup and Betty Dahler
What's a Muffy Puff?
The answer to the title of this class is easy! It's an adorable little purse/muff combination that any little girl would love to warm her hands in! Make it fun and funky or elegant. Dress it up a little and it becomes perfect for a big girl to take on an evening out on the town!
Monday, January 28 & February 4 11-2pm
Kirsten Longly