July Classes

Christmas in July Table Runner and Placemats
Friday, July 6   9am-1pm
Class Fee: $30
Instructor: Bettie BradyLet’s make a Christmas table runner and placemat to match made out of fabric with an obvious strip. This table runner and placemats are made with a 60 degree ruler and can be completely made on a serger, if you have one or can be made on a regular machine. Your miters and corners will be perfect and you will be surprised how many different ways this ruler can be used and how many different things can be made from mats to runners. Be sure to pick up your supply list from the store.

Elementary School of Embroidery
Saturday, July 7   9am-10am   Instructor: Diane Portwood
Class Fee: $5 each class OR 9 months $35
This school will be for the beginner, you will learn how to download patterns from the computer and other purchased patterns, to create a project every month. Requirements need to be met each month.

KIDS SUMMER CAMP 2012
8 Students per class
8 years old and older
Each camp session is 2 1/2 hours for 5 days (Monday-Friday)
Class Fee - $120.00
There is a separate supply fee that includes fabric, patterns, and notions. Sewing machines and sewing kits are provided for your use. Each student will receive a Sew Fun T-shirt and class photo. Students will work on the projects at their own pace. Eight students per class.
July 9-13
9am-11:30am; 18-inch Doll Theme Sets (Beginner Level)  Supply Fee: $30.00
We are bringing back some of our most popular sets from previous years that include: Hawaii Vacation, Sleepover Accessories, Winter Fun, Spa, Doctor, In the Kitchen. Students will make as many theme sets for their doll as time allows from pre-cut kits.
Lunch break will be taken between classes from 11:30am-noon if you are staying for a full day
12-2:30pm;  Fashion Focus I (Intermediate and Advanced Level) Supply Fee: $40
Want to learn more about sewing with a focus on creating clothing? This class will begin a sewing knowledge notebook of samples. Students will learn about fabric, thread, zippers, presser feet, seam finishes, patterns and more. We’ll also create a skirt with a zipper. This class will shop at Hancock Fabric Store.

CBAQ Club
Saturday, July 14   10am-12noon
Instructor: Jeni DeRusha   Class Fee: $15.00Learn to create each of the elements that make up a landscape scene-trees, flowers, ground cover-let Jeni guide you through cutting, shading, painting and quilting these elements. From landscape to contemporary emphasis! This club meets monthly and will be a combination of demo & hands-on experience for the students!

KIDS SUMMER CAMP 2012
8 Students per class
8 years old and older
Each camp session is 2 1/2 hours for 5 days (Monday-Friday)
Class Fee - $120.00
There is a separate supply fee that includes fabric, patterns, and notions. Sewing machines and sewing kits are provided for your use. Each student will receive a Sew Fun T-shirt and class photo. Students will work on the projects at their own pace. Eight students per class.
July 16-20
9am-11:30am; Sew Creative I (Beginner Level)
Supply Fee: $40
Come learn how to sew then pick the projects of your choice from classroom patterns. We will shop at Hancock Fabric Store during this class.
Lunch break will be taken between classes from 11:30am-noon if you are staying for a full day.
12-2:30pm; Sew Creative II (Intermediate and Advanced Levels) Supply Fee: $40
Students will not learn how to sew in this class. They will start directly on the projects of their choice from a variety of classroom patterns. We will shop at Hancock Fabric Store on the first day of class.
Pre-cut quilt kits will be available. Quilt is approx. 60x60 and will be finished using quick turn and tie method. Quilts take all week to finish.

HOOPSISTERS
Saturday, July 21 10am-1pm
Instructor: Linda Barker This new club (embroidering a quilt-in-a-hoop) will meet on Saturdays, once a month, starting in June. Each series will cost $99 and consists of four monthly meetings which will include CD of designs, written instructions, and even better, Linda’s expert teaching tips and techniques.

Reversible Table Runner
Monday, July 23 and 30   6pm-9pm   Class Fee: $35
Instructor: Linda GrainerAre you running our of space storing table runners for multiple seasons. This table runner is reversible so you can have two seasons in one table runner. The sample has Christmas on one side and Thanksgiving/Fall on the other. It is also a quilt as you go project so when you’re done piecing it, all you need is the binding and you’re done.

Know Your Machine
Tuesday, July 24   6pm-8pm
Instructor: Gayla Jones   Class fee: $25   Are you ready to start sewing? Forgot how to operate your machine? We can get you started! We will cover threading, bobbin techniques, maintenance, needles, and stitching. You will need your machine, instruction manual and thread.

Christmas In July Snowman Wall Hanging
Wednesday, July 25
9am-1pm Class Fee: $30 Instructor: Bettie BradyLet’s make a snowman wall hanging. You will need an embroidery machine with a minimum of 5x7. You will learn to space embroidery because this wall hanging is done in 3 sections, therefore, hooped 3 times. The pattern will be provided and you can decide on the colors of fabric. Pick up your supply list for this class.

Anita Goodesign Club
Thursday, July 26-9:30am-12:30pm w/Shirley Soifer
OR
Thursday, July 26-6pm-8pm w/Bettie Brady
Class Fee: $15 plus 25% off Design collection used for class

Judy Kessinger
FitNice - Sew Slim System
Saturday, July 27th & 28th
Judy Kessinger started her career owning and operating a small Retail fabric store in Louisville, Kentucky. She designed costumes for national and international figure skaters.
Five years ago Judy started a new business combining her art of teaching and fitting into the development and production of two patterns-one for Tops and one for Pants. Once you FIT the pattern, an entire wardrobe can be created. Sewing is the easy part but it’s the FITTING that makes garments come alive and compliment the body instead of just covering it!
Her Fit Nice Sew Slim System, new DVDs and CDs gives her the teaching tools to learn new tips and techniques to help you feel and look fantastic. Judy has been blessed to have touched the lives of countless women, teaching them the tricks of looking trim and feeling fantastic by simply fitting themselves properly.

Friday, July 27   10am-12noon   $20.00
Sew Inspiring Trunk Show"Sewing is an art that is only limited by your own imagination”Let’s take the stress out of seamstress!
Take the stress out and put the excitement back in!!  This show highlights creative touches such as machine and serger embellishments, embroidery designs, and fun with machine needles.  Easy to use notions and all the tricks of gluing!  Change fabric, change the look.  You won’t believe how this way of sewing will simplify your life.  Two patterns- an entire wardrobe!  Don’t have time to sew?  You will now!  Bring your cameras!

Friday, July 27   2pm-4pm $25.00Pants Fitting Workshop
“Take your pants off, Let’s make a pair that fit!” Take the smiles out of pants - they belong on your face!  Learn how to measure yourself and draw a pattern that only fits you.  Judy will show you how to make any necessary adjustments to your pattern.  Learn all the sewing and fitting tricks to make your pants look perfect!  You will feel and look fantastic!  This is a 2 hour lecture class.  Judy will measure you and draw on a miniature pattern exactly where you will draw on your full size pattern.  This will take the guesswork out of making a pattern!  There will be a $15.00 kit fee which includes a Full Size Pattern, Miniature Practice Pattern, Sewing Instructions, and Drawcord Elastic for your fitting pair of pants!

Saturday, July 28
Two Hands-On Serger Classes
$45.00 each session
9am-1pm OR 2pm-6pm
Surena Jacket ClassReady to make an easy to sew, comfortable to wear, go with everything jacket?  This jacket falls into a S shape in the front and is perfect for all climates, body shapes and temps.  No class guesswork - Judy will have everything ready for you—all you need is your fabric and a smile.  You will be personally measured and receive a pattern drafted just for you.  Be ready to sit at your serger and amaze yourself!  Not only will you complete your jacket but you will have the opportunity to learn other serge edges.  Can you say…let’s make a dozen more?  There is a supply list available for this class.

KIDS SUMMER CAMP 2012
8 Students per class
8 years old and older
Each camp session is 2 1/2 hours for 5 days (Monday-Friday)
Class Fee - $120.00
July 30- August 3
9am-11:30am; Fashion Focus I (Intermediate and Advanced Level) Supply Fee: $40
Want to learn more about sewing with a focus on creating clothing? This class will begin a sewing knowledge notebook of samples. Students will learn about fabric, thread, zippers, presser feet, seam finishes, patterns and more. We’ll also create a skirt with a zipper. This class will shop at Hancock Fabric Store.
Lunch break will be taken between classes from 11:30am-noon if you are staying for a full day
12-2:30pm; Fashion Focus II
(Intermediate and Advanced) Supply Fee: $40
Continue adding to the skills learned in Fashion Focus I. We will create a fleece robe and learn to make simple customizations to store patterns. This class will shop at Hancock Fabric Store

May Classes

Couture Made Easy Jacket
Tuesday, May 1-8-22 9am-1pm
Instructor: Meg Class Fee $35Take a simple jacket pattern, add couture finishes and you have your own one-of-a-kind designer jacket. Learn three couture seam finishes, bound buttonhole and welt pocket techniques. Easy and fun! Be sure to pick up your supply list when you register for the class.

Carry All Bag
Wednesday, May 2   10am-2pm
Bring a lunch and drink
Beginner   Instructor: BeckyClass Fee: $20
This bag is a great way to carry your make-up. Constructed with zipper bag interior pockets and a zipper closing. Makes a great travel bag for make-up, jewelry, sewing and or crafts. Great gift idea!
               
JUST ADDED TO THE SCHEDULE!!
Designer Buckle Bag
Thursday, May 3   10am-2pm
Bring a lunch and drink
Beginner Instructor: Victoria
Class Fee: $20

Master Work Column Fills Part I I w/Pat Kelly
Friday, May 4   10am-12noon   Free ClassColumn fills continued. Fancy, contour, radial and auto columns will be covered. Important handouts to those that attend only.

Bow-Tuck Bag
Saturday, May 5   9am-2pm
Intermediate   with Diane
Class Fee $25
Back by popular demand! A great bag that looks so different depending on the fabric you choose. Fun, chic or glamorous-all in one bag! Great for all your basic needs. 13"wide x 11"tall x 5” deep. Bag is sturdy with over the shoulder straps and lots of pockets. Pick up your supply list prior to class.
Beginners Quilting Tips and Techniques
Monday, May 7     10am-1pm
Beginners   Class Fee: $20 with Louise
Have you been thinking about learning to quilt? Then this class is for you. Fabric squares will be provided in this class you will need your sewing machine, white thread and sewing supplies. Learn the basic quilting terms, stitching, cutting and finishing for this beginner techniques class.

Copy Cat Skirt
Wednesday, May 9   10am-1pm
Instructor: Bettie Brady   Class Fee: $20
This is a skirt that you can wear as a skirt, a dress, a cover-up or dozen of other ways. It is constructed out of 2 layers of flowing fabric with a long waist band that lets you tie it. You will be provided the pattern and make one skirt but with the pattern you can go home and spend lots of time thinking of different ways to make more. You will also be provided with picture instructions on ways to wear the skirt. This is a really fun skirt to make and oh so easy. Pick up a supply list.

Susan Zellers Serger Sewing Event
Friday, May 11-Tote Bag 10am-3pm
Saturday, May 12-Table Runner 10am-3pm
$49.00 each day (Includes Kit & Lunch)
Expand your serger knowledge from beginner basics to beyond the basics! Susan Zellers, Baby Lock’s Expert Educator, will be here for two very special teaching events! A beginners class for anyone who has never experienced or owned a Baby Lock serger creating a Pandora’s Box Table Runner and a more intermediate class for owners or those who would like to experience the Baby Lock serger’s more advanced techniques, accessories and stitches by creating a one-of-a-kind Tote Bag!  Sign Up Today!  Space is Limited!  Machines will be provided for those who do not own a BabyLock Serger!  Susan Zellers rocks when it comes to teaching sergers!

“Diva” Day
Stained Glass Wall Hanging Pansy Wall Quilt
Monday, May 14  
10am-3pm Class Fee: $45
Instructor: Kathleen
Learn simple techniques using fabric to mimic the stained glass look of glass and lead. Be sure to pick up your supply list when you register.
 
Origami Bags
Monday, May 14
5:30pm-8:30pm Class Fee $20
Instructor: Nancy Powell
This project is from Amy Butler’s Style Stitches, 12 easy ways to 26 wonderful Bags. This book will be available at the store. These bags come in 6 sizes and we’ll make one in class. Soon you’ll want to make all six! They are a breeze to make, fun to combine fabrics, and so very useful. Each bag has a zipper and comes in sizes ranging from a small pencil bag to a large makeup or sewing supply bag. I use mine every day since it’s just perfect for my cash and cards for a quick shopping trip! Stop by the store to pick up your supply list!

Up-Cycle Seminar
Tuesday, May 15   6pm-8pm
Instructor: Nancy Powell   Class Fee: $15
Project Seminar…Up-cycle your vintage clothes or any garment from your closet or attic…since you want to save them but don’t know what to do with them…why not make these special memories into pillows!?!
Come to this seminar to learn how others have done just this. We’ll schedule a class, day and/or evening, with Nancy that night! It’s great fun, rewarding and the possibilities are endless. Nancy will share one of her favorite projects which involved transforming vintage cocktail and cotillion dresses into decorative pillows! What a great way to save and share the memories.

Designers Gallery Interactive Software
Wednesday, May 16   10am-12noon     FREE CLASS
w/Pat Kelly
We will be incorporating two of the interactive programs, Decorative Quilting and Floral Accents,  together to enhance your quilting projects.

Charming Tote
Wednesday, May 16   5:30pm-8:30pm
Beginner     Instructor: Nancy Powell Class Fee: $20
This fun and easy tote can be used as a market bag, project bag, or “almost anything bag”. It’s attractive, sturdy, and versatile. We’ll make it using charm squares! Or if you wish, you can select your fabric and cut your own 5” squares. You’ll get a feel for machine quilting and it’s easy to put together. Pick up your supply list.

Anita Goodesign Club
Thursday, May 17-9:30am-12:30pm w/Shirley Soifer
Thursday, May 17-6pm-8pm w/Bettie Brady
Class Fee: $15 plus 25% off Design collection used for class

Landscaping Seminar
Saturday, May 19   10am-1pm   Class Fee: $15
Instructor: Jeni DeRusha
This seminar is designed to give you a look at the Art of Quilts. Jeni is developing a ‘For the Love of Art” Club. (CBAQ Club each month) Create beautiful Art Quilts in a landscape scene without the use of complex tools or even drawing skills. You’ll be surprised how simple you can make this scene come to life. Additional information and Club dates will be discussed at the seminar.

ASG BOARD MEETING
Monday, May 21   10am-12noon

STORE CLOSED Memorial Day Weekend
Saturday, May 26 and Monday 28

CLASS RESCHEDULED UPDATE:
Long Arm Certification Class Rescheduled
Several time frames to choose from…

Tuesday, May 29
9:30am-12:30pm   Long Arm Certification
2pm-5pm Long Arm Certification
6pm-8pm Long Arm Certification
Wednesday, May 30
10am-1pm Crown Jewel Owners Review
2pm-5pm Long Arm CertificationsFor additional information call the store at 804-270-1882

HOOPSISTERS-Introduction Class
Wednesday, May 30   6pm-8pm
Instructor: Linda Barker Class Fee: FREE
Join us as we launch this NEW embroidery in-the-hoop program for quilting. Linda Barker has come on board to teach this exciting new level for advanced embroidery. She will guide you through projects such as wall hangings, quilts, table runners, totes, and much more. You don’t even have to be a quilter, like Linda, because the machine does it all for you. Several collections to choose from all of which will be presented during this introduction class! Don’t miss it!

ABC Sewing Day
Thursday, May 31     12pm-8pmSewing Tote Bags For Domestic Violence Shelters

Embroidery Clubs

Landscaping Seminar
Saturday, May 19   10am-1pm   Class Fee: $15
Instructor: Jeni DeRusha
This seminar is designed to give you a look at the Art of Quilts. Jeni is developing a ‘For the Love of Art” Club. (CBAQ Club each month) Create beautiful Art Quilts in a landscape scene without the use of complex tools or even drawing skills. You’ll be surprised how simple you can make this scene come to life. Additional information and Club dates will be discussed at the seminar.
CBAQ Club -  Saturday, June 16 10am-12noon
Instructor: Jeni DeRusha   Class Fee: First class on us-Free!Learn to create each of the elements that make up a landscape scene-trees, flowers, ground cover-let Jeni guide you through cutting, shading, painting and quilting these elements. This club meets monthly and will be a combination of demo & hands-on experience for the students!

HOOPSISTERS-Introduction Class
Wednesday, May 30   6pm-8pm
Instructor: Linda Barker Class Fee: FREEJoin us as we launch this NEW embroidery in-the-hoop program for quilting. Linda Barker has come on board to teach this exciting new level for advanced embroidery. She will guide you through projects such as wall hangings, quilts, table runners, totes, and much more. You don’t even have to be a quilter, like Linda, because the machine does it all for you. Several collections to choose from all of which will be presented during this introduction class! Don’t miss it!
FIRST CLASS will be Saturday, June 30 10am-1pm  
This new club will meet on Saturdays, once a month, starting in June. Each series will cost $99 and consists of four monthly meetings which will include CD of designs, written instructions, and even better, Linda’s expert teaching tips and techniques.

Elementary School of Embroidery Orientation
Saturday, June 23   10am   Instructor: Diane Portwood
This school will be for the beginner, you will learn how to download patterns from the computer, how to transfer and load designs on your machine, how to retrieve purchased patterns, and the basics of hooping, stabilizing, and positioning to create a project every month. You will not need to bring your machines to class, this will be a one hour lecture/demo class. Diane will explain the “school” requirements during this orientation. Each month there will an “assignment” for the next month and a reward system will put into place allowing you to be rewarded with lots of free gifts and supplies! Come join us, great for beginners!

June Classes

John Deer Event
Hands-On Embroidery Education
Suitable for all levels
June 1 & 2 from 9am-5pm
$59 (lunch included)Join us for two days of hands-on sewing and learning fun. You will see step-by-step, how specialty embroidery techniques are done. Learn and complete a variety of techniques and take home a completed project of your very own.  Register now before May 15 and receive an Event Pack for FREE (a value of $89)!!

Anita Goodesign Club
Monday, June 4-9:30am-12:30pm w/Shirley Soifer
Class Fee: $15 plus 25% off Design collection used for class

Interactive Quilting Square
Tuesday, June 5   9am-2pm Class Fee: $20
Instructor: Meg Cahill Quilting on the square bring your quilt square, 10” -14”, complete with batting and backing. Create quilt patterns and embellishments, which can be finished into a unique pillow.

Serger Tri-Fold Wallet
Tuesday, June 5   6pm-8pm
Instructor: Gayla Jones   Class Fee: $30A simple handheld tri-fold wallet that holds all the essentials and made on the serger! What could be easier? Uses several different techniques and threads for edge finishing! Makes great gifts!

Day and Night Quilt
Wednesday, May 30, June 6 and 13     10am-1pm
Intermediate   w/Linda Grainer Class Fee: $40This quilt will mystify, enchant, and entertain you. It is magical! No smoke and mirrors, the technique is just totally awesome! This Eleanor burns pattern is made from strips. The illusion is created by using the acrylic template included in the back of the book required for class.

The Suitcase Bag
Wednesday, June 6-13 2:00pm-4:30pm
Class Fee: $35
Instructor: Becky WicklineMake a weekend bag that opens flat for easy packing. Holds lots of things and has outside zipper pockets and interior mesh pockets and a zipper closing. Pick up supply list when you register.

Copy Cat Skirt
Thursday, June 7 6pm-9pm
Instructor: Bettie Brady   Class Fee: $20This is a skirt that you can wear as a skirt, a dress, a cover-up or dozen of other ways. It is constructed out of 2 layers of flowing fabric with a long waist band that lets you tie it. You will be provided the pattern and make one skirt but with the pattern you can go home and spend lots of time thinking of different ways to make more. You will also be provided with picture instructions on ways to wear the skirt. This is a really fun skirt to make and oh so easy. Pick up a supply list.
Paper Piece a Square in a Square
Monday, June 11   6pm-8:30pm   Class Fee: $20
Advanced Beginner Instructor: Kathleen NuckolsShould be able to finish a quilt on your own
From simple to complex, paper piecing makes it easy to create accurate quilt blocks. In this class, we will make a simple block using fabric of your choice. You will be learning the technique not putting a quilt together this evening. Pick up a supply list in the store.

Soft Letters
Thursday, June 7 1pm-4pm  
Beginner   Instructor: Nancy Powell  
Class Fee: $20
The inspiration for this class is from Simple Sewing for Baby, 24 Easy Projects for Newborns to Toddlers by Lotta Jansdotter. The book is available in the store. It’s fun to do your child or grandchild’s name in soft letters. Each letter is stuffed and soft and about 9” x 6”. Select colorful fabric for front and back as well as embellishment such as rick-rack. These are easy and you might just help a young child to spell his or her name! Stop by the store for your supply list.

The Secret World of Needles & Thread
Thursday, June 14   10am-2pm   Class Fee: $20
All Levels   Instructor: Meg Cahill
What size needle do I us? Is a titanium needle the best choice for my project? Does it matter how my spool is on my machine? What does the thread weight mean? Play and get all your questions answered.

Anita Goodesign Club
Thursday, June14-6pm-8pm w/Bettie Brady
Class Fee: $15 plus 25% off Design collection used for class

Summer Dress
Friday, June 15 10am-2pm Class Fee: $20
Beginner Instructor:  VictoriaBring a lunch and a drink
Misses sleeveless dresses have bust and waist darts, center back zipper, and extended backs that wrap and tie in front. necklines are finished with facings. Armholes and outer edges of top are finished with narrow hems. View A has V-neck and skirt with side slits. View B has scoop neckline.  Pattern sizes are XS-S-M-L-XL for a great summer look! Purchase your pattern at the store when you register for class.

CBAQ Club
Saturday, June 16 10am-12noon
Instructor: Jeni DeRusha   Class Fee: First class on us-Free!Learn to create each of the elements that make up a landscape scene-trees, flowers, ground cover-let Jeni guide you through cutting, shading, painting and quilting these elements. This club meets monthly and will be a combination of demo & hands-on experience for the students!

Kid’s Camp Summer 2012
8 Students per class     8 Years Old and Older
Each camp session is 2 1/2 hours for 5 days (Monday-Friday)
Class Fee-$120.00There is a separate supply fee that includes fabric, patterns, and notions. Sewing machines and sewing kits are provided for your use. Each student will receive a Sew Fun T-shirt and class photo. Students will work on the projects at their own pace. Eight students per class.
Lunch break will be taken between classes from 11:30-noon if you are staying for a full day.

June 18-22
9am-11:30am; 18-inch Doll Theme Sets (Beginner Level)  Supply Fee: $30.00We are bringing back some of our most popular sets from previous years that include: Hawaii Vacation, Sleepover Accessories, Winter Fun, Spa, Doctor, In the Kitchen. Students will make as many theme sets for their doll as time allows from pre-cut kits.

12-2:30pm;  Sleepover Fun (Beginner Level) Supply Fee: $35.00
Students will make flannel pajama bottoms, tote and a pillowcase or novelty pillow.

Elementary School of Embroidery Orientation
Saturday, June 23   10am
Instructor: Diane Portwood This school will be for the beginner, you will learn how to download patterns from the computer, how to transfer and load designs on your machine, how to retrieve purchased patterns, and the basics of hooping, stabilizing, and positioning to create a project every month. You will not need to bring your machines to class, this will be a one hour lecture/demo class. Diane will explain the “school” requirements during this orientation. Each month there will an “assignment” for the next month and a reward system will put into place allowing you to be rewarded with lots of free gifts and supplies! Come join us, great for beginners!

Kid’s Camp Summer 2012
8 Students per class
8 years Old and Older
Each camp session is 2 1/2 hours for 5 days (Monday-Friday)
Class Fee-$120.00There is a separate supply fee that includes fabric, patterns, and notions. Sewing machines and sewing kits are provided for your use. Each student will receive a Sew Fun T-shirt and class photo. Students will work on the projects at their own pace. Eight students per class.
Lunch break will be taken between classes from 11:30-noon if you are staying for a full day.
June 25-29
9am-11:30am; Sew Creative I (Beginner Level) Supply Fee: $40
Come learn how to sew then pick the projects of your choice from classroom patterns. We will shop at Hancock Fabric Store during this class.

 
HOOPSISTERS
Saturday, June 30 10am-1pm
Instructor: Linda BarkerThis new club will meet on Saturdays, once a month, starting in June. Each series will cost $99 and consists of four monthly meetings which will include CD of designs, written instructions, and even better, Linda’s expert teaching tips and techniques.

Software Classes

 

 

 

Kids Classes

Kid’s Camp Spring Break 2012

Prerequisite: All Students must complete the Introduction to Sewing before taking these project classes.  You will not be learning “how to sew” in these classes.  Prerequisite: All Students must complete the Introduction to Sewing before taking these project classes.  You will not be learning “how to sew” in these classes.
Boomer’s Blankets Service Project
(All levels)
Tues., April 10   9-11am   No Class Fee
Come donate your time creating blankets for the Richmond SPCA. This is a great chance to practice sewing while logging community service hours. 
OR
ll:30am-1:30pm   No Class Fee
Come donate your time creating blankets for the Richmond SPCA. This is a great chance to practice sewing while logging community service hours.
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Summer Tote & Accessories (All Levels)
Wed., April 11   9am-11:30am  
Class fee:  $20
Get ready for summer activities by creating a fun “almost” drawstring tote and some accessories.  Class supply fee:  $10
OR
11:30am-1:30pm   Class fee:  $20
Get ready for summer activities by creating a fun “almost” drawstring tote and some accessories.  Class supply fee:  $10
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Pool Tote (Intermediate/Advanced level)
Thursday, April 12   9am-11:30am  
Class fee:  $20
Create a pool/beach tote using vinyl screen.  Class supply fee:  $10
OR
12noon-2:30pm   Class fee:  $20
Create a pool/beach tote using vinyl screen.  Class supply fee:  $10
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Mini Art Quilt
(Intermediate/Advanced Students)
Friday, April 13   9am-3pm  
Class fee:  $40
Put your creativity to work designing, shopping for supplies and making a “one of a kind” mini art quilt for your wall. We will be shopping at Hancock Fabrics during this class.  Class supply fee: $15   Bring a lunch and drink.
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KID’S SUMMER CAMPS 2012

8 Students per camp class
Camp sessions are 2 1/2 hours for 5 days (Monday-Friday)
Camp Fee - $120.00 plus supply fee
The supply fee includes fabric, patterns, notions, sewing machines and sewing kits used in camp.  Each student will receive a Sew Fun T-Shirt and class photo.  Students will work on the project at their own pace.  Lunch break will be taken between camps from 11:30-Noon if you are staying for a full day.
Please read skill level descriptions carefully before signing up for sewing camp:
Beginner Level - These camps are designed for the first time student. We will cover the Introduction to Sewing Course on the first day of class which covers classroom safety tips, how the sewing machine works, how to begin stitching, basic sewing notions and how to start working with patterns.
Intermediate - These camps are for students that have already taken at least one beginner level class. We will start our projects on the first day. Students must be able to sew straight and curved seams with fairly good accuracy. Students should have patience to begin pinning and cutting fabric and be willing to follow patterns with assistance.
Advanced– Students must be able to use their sewing machine with minimal assistance, sew accurate straight and curved seams. Students should have patience to work more independently, be creative, pin and cut fabric, follow patterns with assistance, make items that take longer to complete and spend more time focusing on details.
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June 18-22
9am-11:30am 18-inch Doll Theme Sets (Beginner Level)  Supply Fee:  $30.00
We are bringing back some of our most popular sets from previous years that include: Hawaii Vacation, Sleepover Accessories, Winter Fun, Spa, Doctor, In the Kitchen. Students will make as many theme sets for their doll as time allows from pre-cut kits.

12-2:30pm   Sleepover Fun
(Beginner Level)  Supply Fee:  $35.00
Students will make flannel pajama bottoms, tote and a pillowcase or novelty pillow.
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June 25-29
9am-11:30am Sew Creative I
(Beginner Level)  Supply Fee:  $40
Come learn how to sew then pick the projects of your choice from classroom patterns. We will shop at Hancock Fabric Store during this class.

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July 9-14
9am-11:30am 18-inch Doll Theme Sets
(Beginner Level)  Supply Fee:  $30.00
We are bringing back some of our most popular sets from previous years that include: Hawaii Vacation, Sleepover Accessories, Winter Fun, Spa, Doctor, In the Kitchen. Students will make as many theme sets for their doll as time allows from pre-cut kits.

12-2:30pm   Fashion Focus I (Intermediate and Advanced Level)  Supply Fee:  $40
Want to learn more about sewing with a focus on creating clothing?  This class will begin a sewing knowledge notebook of samples. Students will learn about fabric, thread, zippers, presser feet, seam finishes, patterns and more. We’ll also create a skirt with a zipper. This class will shop at Hancock Fabric Store.
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July 16 -30
9am-11:30am Sew Creative I
(Beginner Level) Supply Fee:  $40
Come learn how to sew then pick the projects of your choice from classroom patterns. We will shop at Hancock Fabric Store during this class.

12-2:30pm Sew Creative II (Intermediate and Advanced Levels) 
Supply Fee:  $40
Students will not learn how to sew in this class. They will start directly on the projects of their choice from a variety of classroom patterns. We will shop at Hancock Fabric Store on the first day of class.  Pre-cut quilt kits will be available. Quilt is approx. 60x60 and will be finished using quick turn and tie method. Quilts take all week to finish.
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July 30– August 3
9am-11:30am   Fashion Focus I (Intermediate and Advanced Level)  Supply Fee:  $40
Want to learn more about sewing with a focus on creating clothing?  This class will begin a sewing knowledge notebook of samples. Students will learn about fabric, thread, zippers, presser feet, seam finishes, patterns and more. We’ll also create a skirt with a zipper. This class will shop at Hancock Fabric Store.

12-2:30pm Fashion Focus II (Intermediate and Advanced)  Supply Fee:  $40
Continue adding to the skills learned in Fashion Focus I. We will create a fleece robe and learn to make simple customizations to store patterns. This class will shop at Hancock Fabric Store.
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PROJECT SEW

“All New Challenges”
Full Day Camp for Advanced Students
August 13-17   9am-3pm 
Cost:$150   Supply Fee: $60
Are you creative? Want to design your own projects? Looking for a sewing challenge?
Students will be given a new sewing challenge each morning.  They will plan their project, shop for supplies and sew their creation by the end of class.  All Projects will be displayed in the store during the camp week.  Students will have access to the Embellishing Supply Trunk, Baby Lock Embroidery Machine, and the Project Sew Pattern Box to help with their creations.  We will shop at Hancock Fabric Store during this class.  Students will bring lunch and a drink each day of class.