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Skill Level: Beginner
Our Beginner Skill Level is designed for students who,
Have taken a class or two, and are starting to get comfortable with the basics.
Know what a seam allowance is and you’ve sewn a little on your own, but you still need a little help with remembering how to thread the machine and wind a bobbin.
Beginner classes usually have little if any homework to complete outside of class time. The prerequisite for any Beginner class is any Learn to Sew class or equivalent experience. If you've never used a sewing machine before, check out our Learn to Sew classes.
Sew for Self Care: Donation Based Open Sew, MLK Jr. Day, Monday, January 19th
$0.00
There is no better way to spend a day than sewing for a cause! Whether you're a seasoned sewist or a beginner, this donation-based Open Sew is an opportunity to share your skills, learn from fellow stitchers, and make a positive impact.
Wednesdays, February 11th, 18th, 25th, & March 4th, 5:30pm-8:30pm- Garment Lab: Beginner Garment Sewing
$276.00
Are you interested in sewing clothing and need support with the basics? In this Lab, you will learn the ins and outs of sewing garments from a pattern in the open sewing format. Bring your project at any point in your process.
Fridays, February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, & March 6th, 5:30pm-7:30pm - Beginner Quilting: Time Capsule
$230.00
Learn to make this bold geometric quilt from Toad & Sew! This class will cover piecing on the bias, half-square triangles, efficient piecing techniques, and general quilt construction.
Wednesdays, January 21st, 28th, & February 4th, 5pm-8pm - Sewing Lab: All About Bags
$207.00
Have you been wanting to dip your toes into bag-making but need some guidance and accountability? Perhaps you started a project but became stuck or overwhelmed? Bring your bag project(s) at any stage in your process and get all of your questions answered.
Wednesdays, January 7th & 14th, 5pm-8pm - Beginner: Modern Hexie Pillow
$138.00
Modern Hexie is a fun project based on traditional English paper piecing. Learn hand and machine sewing techniques in addition to rotary cutting, pressing, trimming, making a quilt sandwich, and quilting with a walking foot.
CLASS FULL! Tuesdays, January 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th, 5:30pm-7:30pm - Quilt Lab: My First Quilt
$184.00
If you’ve ever wanted to learn to sew quilts, now is your chance! This lab is great for first time quilters, a sewist who hasn’t taken a quilt class or a sewist who hasn’t quilted in a long time!
CLASS FULL! Mondays, January 5th, 12th, & 19th, 6pm-9pm - Garment Lab: Choose Your Own Adventure
$207.00
Come with a project of your choice (at any point in the process) and a sense of humor, and you’ll receive the customized help to make your project become a reality!
CLASS IN SESSION! Saturdays, December 6th, 13th, & 20th, 5:30pm-8:30pm - Garment Lab: Robes & Pajama Sets
$207.00
Make a cozy winter robe or pajama set just in time for the holiday season! Learn to add cuffs and piping, install a collar, and how to make buttonholes to finish the perfect garment to snuggle in by the fire.
CLASS FULL! Sunday, December 14th, 2:30pm-5pm - Beginner Serger: Rolled Hem Napkin
$58.00
These napkins are the perfect finishing touch for any host. This class is a great introduction to using a serger for the first time or if you’d like to grow your serging application knowledge.
CLASS IN SESSION! Thursdays, November 6th, 13th, 20th, Dec 4th, & 11th, 5pm-8pm - Beginner: Star Adventure Quilt
$345.00
Learn a classic quilt square - the Sawtooth Star - in this fun pattern by Then Came June. The Star Adventure Quilt Pattern is a great beginner quilt that can be made in a variety of ways.