SEWING CLASSES

 

Rose’s Pre-Sewing Basics

Instructor: Rose Skelly
Class Fee: $30
 This is a one-time class to help those who have never sewn, or have minimal sewing experience, get started. We will cover the operation of your machine, sewing tools, basic stitches, seams, pattern selection, and fabric. After class the students will have the skills to select fabric and notions for a simple project of their choice to make in the follow-up sewing classes.

(H) Fri / Aug 27 9:00-11:30
(H) Wed / Sep 1 or Oct 13 5:30-8:00
(H) Fri / Oct 8 or Nov 19 9:00-11:30

Supply List

• Operational sewing machine (recent tune-up STRONGLY suggested). Bring your machine's instruction book and accessories.
• Quality scissors such as Mundial, Fiskars, or Gingher
• All purpose thread (Preferred brands are Swiss Mettler Metrosene or Gutermann.Coats & Clark Dual Duty All Purpose is OK but do not buy anything lesser priced.)

Note: You receive a 10% discount at Cathey’s on supplies purchased for class.

Rose’s Sewing Basics

Instructor: Rose Skelly
Class Fee: $65 for 4 Sessions ($25 for one 1 class - with available space)
These classes are for anyone who has completed pre-sewing basics or would like to build on existing skills. All skill levels welcome. The format is flexible and geared to each student. Choose to make a garment, home dec item, or quilting project. Serger as well as sewing machine projects are welcome.

(H) Wed / Aug 25 6:00-8:00
(H) Fri / Sep 3, 10, 17, 24 9:00-11:00
(H) Wed / Sep 8, 15, 29; Oct 6 6:00-8:00
(H) Fri / Oct 15, 22, 29; Nov 5 9:00-11:00
(H) Wed / Oct 20, 27; Nov 3, 17 6:00-8:00

Supply List

• Operational sewing machine (recent tune-up STRONGLY suggested). Bring your machine's instruction book and accessories.
• Basic sewing supplies. Can be purchased at Cathey’s using a 10% discount. (i.e. quality scissors, all purpose thread, pins, measuring tape, Dixon chalk pencil, Chacoliner, water soluble marker, 6” metal gauge ruler, pattern weights)
• Pattern and prewashed fabric - You may choose from suggested patterns or choose 1 of your own.
• Interfacing and notions that the pattern requires (see back of pattern envelope). Cathey’s carries interfacing.
• Optional: Simplicity's Simply the Best Sewing Book

Note: You receive a 10% discount at Cathey’s on supplies purchased for class.

Karen’s Sewing Classes

Instructor: Karen Coyne
Class Fee: $65 for 4 Sessions ($25 for one 1 class - with available space)
These classes are for anyone who has completed pre-sewing basics or would like to build on existing skills. All skill levels welcome. The format is flexible and geared to each student. Choose to make a garment, home dec. item, or quilting project. Serger as well as sewing machine projects are welcome.

(S) Mon / Jun 7,14; Aug 30
(S) Mon / Sept 6, 13, 20; Oct 4, 11, 18; Nov 1, 8, 15 4:30-6:30
(S) Wed / Sep 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Oct 6, 13, 20, 27; Nov 3, 17 6:00-8:00
(S) Thu / Sep 2,16, 23, 30; Oct 7, 14, 21, 28; Nov 4, 19 6:00-8:00

Connie’s Pre-Sewing Basics

Instructor: Connie Shaw
Class Fee: Class Fee: $30
This is a one-time class to help those who have never sewn, have minimal experience, or even more experienced sewers. It is a prerequisite for all those who wish to continue in Connie’s sewing classes. We will cover the operation of your sewing machine, sewing tools, basic stitches, seams, pattern selection and fabric. After class students will have the skills to select fabric and notions for a project of their choice to make in the follow-up sewing classes.

(S) Wed / Sep 15, 23, 29 9:30-12:00
(S) Wed / Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 9:30-12:00
(S) Wed / Nov 3, 10, 17 9:30-12:00

Make Your Own Jeans that Fit!

Class Fee: $85 / Pattern: $16
 This class begins with a quick and easy jeans muslin and ends with a pair of jeans that fit you! You will also learn the tricks to make these jeans look professionally made.

The first class of this series will be devoted to fitting the jeans muslin. The remaining 3 classes will be constructing the pants and learning quick factory construction techniques.

Click here to view and print the supply list for this class!

Instructor: Rose Skelly
(H) Tue / Nov 16 6:00-9:00
(H) Tue / Nov 30; Dec 7, 14 6:00-8:00

Pattern Fitting

Instructor: East Side - Karen Coyne / Northwest Side - Rose Skelly Fee: $ 20.00
Do you have a pattern that you would like to have fit to you? Do you know how to sew and just want help with fitting? This is for you. Specializing in Silhouette patterns, you can have pants, blouse, jacket, vest, or skirt that fit you. Call for a consultation on other pattern brands. For northwest side, contact Rose at 797-7177. For east side, contact Karen at 721-4000.Call to Schedule your Personalized Fitting.

The Ultimate in Garment Fitting
Pants or Blouses

Class Fee: $75 / Pattern: $16
 Let’s make a pair of pants or a blouse that fits you! The choice is yours. This class begins with a quick and easy sloper of a blouse or pants and ends with a perfect fitting garment. We’ll demystify many garment fitting rules to make this class fun and valuable. These skills will help you customize other patterns as well.

The first class of this series will be devoted to fitting the garment muslin and sewing in the changes. The remaining 2 classes will be constructing the garment and learning quick factory construction techniques.

 Click here to view and print the supply list to make a pair of PANTS with Rose at the Hardy Location!!

Click here to view and print the supply list to make a BLOUSE with Rose at the Hardy Location!

Instructor: Rose Skelly
(H) Tue / Oct 19, 26; Nov 2 6:00-9:00

Instructor: Karen Coyne
(S) Wed / Oct 20, 27; Nov 3 1:00-4:00

REMEMBER that the S & H used in a Club or class description refers to the location for that activity.
(S) = Speedway
(H) = Hardy
 

 

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