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2012 SPRING CLASS SCHEDULE

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BEGINNING SEWING (Child’s Garment). Jeanne will teach the basics of sewing while you make a girl’s jumper or boy’s romper. The 3-session class will include getting to know your sewing machine, pattern preparation, cutting out fabric, and constructing your garment. You will also learn several other techniques, including adding an appliqué to your garment. If you do not have a sewing machine, one will be provided. (Jumper: sizes 1 to 8; Romper: sizes 3 mo. to 4)

Dates:

Class Fee:

$45 + fabric & pattern

MAKE FRIENDS WITH YOUR SERGER. We are repeating this popular series of three classes that will make you love your serger again! In the first class, Linda will have you threading your machine with confidence and becoming familiar with a variety of stitches. In the second class, you will construct a pair of knit leggings or pants as you learn to maintain seam allowances and serge curved seams. In the final class, you will learn the popular 3-thread rolled hem as you make napkins or finish ruffles for a garment. You will need to be sure your machine is designed for this! Take one class or all three. We promise you will love your serger after taking these classes!

Dates:

Thursday, Jan. 12, 19 & 26

9:30 am – 12 noon or 6 – 8:30 p

Class Fee:

$20 for one class, $35 for two or $45 for all three classes

STRIPED MINKEE BLANKET. There are still a few months of cold weather left to enjoy a nice warm blanket. We love pairing coordinating strips of minkee fabric to make this quick and easy blanket that some might also call a quilt. The strips are sewn on top of your backing and batting, then finished with a binding just like a quilt. Let your imagination run wild when picking minkee colors and textures for your project. Jeanne’s construction techniques for sewing the strips in place will have you finishing this project in record time

Date:

Saturday, Jan. 14

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric (pattern provided)

*Lunch optional ($5)

GIRL’S SHAGGY JACKET. Words cannot describe how fun this garment is to make! Your favorite girl (sizes 3 to 10) will love looking like a snow princess in this hooded jacket made in a white shaggy fleece from Shannon Fabrics. The Kwik Sew pattern Ann is using for the class also has a muff that can be made to match the jacket.

Date:

Saturday, Jan. 21

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric & pattern

*Lunch optional ($5)-

SINK YOUR TOES IN A MINKEE RUG! We’ve made everything in the world out of minkee, but never a rug. You’ll find them perfect for a child’s room or bathroom or where you need a small area rug. They are washable and any design can be appliquéd on them to make a one-of-a-kind work of art.

Date:

Saturday, Jan. 28

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric (pattern provided)

*Lunch optional ($5)

BEGINNING SMOCKING. If you don’t already know how to smock or just need a refresher course, this class is for you. You will learn this amazing needle art on a girl’s bishop dress or a boy’s romper. Select your project and fabric at least two weeks before class so Jeanne can have it prepped and ready for you to smock in this 2-session class!

Dates:

Tuesday, Jan. 31 & Feb. 7

9:30 am - 12 noon or 6 - 8:30 pm

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric

HEIRLOOM (OR NOT!) PINAFORE. We found this pinafore in Australian Smocking & Embroidery Magazine, one of our favorite publications. It is so versatile that it can be made heirloom or fun and funky. You can choose to smock or not, add lace or not, use heirloom fabric or fun spring cottons. Jeanne made her heirloom version with smocking and lace in ivory satin batiste. It will be worn over a beautiful ivory damask yoke dress. Her more contemporary version can be worn by itself with leggings or pants. Or put it over a yoke dress that you can learn to make in Jeanne’s “Our Favorite Yoke Dress” Class described below. Choose which version you want to make and come to class prepared for fun!

Dates:

Thursday, Feb. 9

9 am – 2 pm*

Saturday, Feb. 11

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric (pattern provided)

*Lunch optional ($5)

OUR FAVORITE YOKE DRESS! It doesn’t matter how many times we teach this dress, the class is always full! If you want to learn Jeanne’s secrets for making perfect collars, sleeves, and skirt plackets, this class is for you. We use Trudy Horne’s Yoke Dress pattern (sizes 1 to 8) that comes with many options. Select some of our new spring fabrics and get an early start on Easter. Or just make a cute new spring dress for your favorite little girl. Jeanne is teaching this class in three 2½-hour sessions.

Dates:

Tuesday, Feb. 14, 21 & 28

9:30 am – 12 noon or 6 – 8:30 pm

Class Fee:

$45 + fabric & pattern

ANIMALS! ANIMALS! ANIMALS! We found a book, Sewn Toy Tales by Melly and Me, which contains the cutest stuffed animals we have ever seen. Jeanne had a hard time selecting just one to teach in class, so she is giving you a choice: mouse, giraffe, pig, monster, or alien. They are all so adorable, we know you will want to make more than one!

Date:

Thursday, Feb. 16

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric & book

*Lunch optional ($5)

MIRANDA’S DRESS BY OLABELHE. Carey is back to teach this adorable sundress designed by Dawn Hansen of Olabelhe Patterns. It has a full skirt that is accented with contrasting bands. One of the trademark features of Dawn’s designs is her use of small pleats at the waistline instead of gathers. You’ll love all the different ways this dress can be made just by changing your choice of fabrics

Dates:

Saturday, Feb. 18

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric & pattern

*Lunch optional ($5)

LET IT RAIN. What’s more fun than making a child’s raincoat out of fun waterproof fabrics? Linda found a McCall’s pattern for a raincoat with raglan sleeves and hood that is perfect for the new light-weight laminates we have in the shop. The pattern has other cute accessories that can be made to match the coat including a backpack and umbrella case! (Sizes 4 – 12)

Dates:

Thursday, Feb. 23

9 am – 2 pm*

Saturday, Feb. 25

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric & pattern

*Lunch optional ($5)

SMOCKED EASTER DRESS. Julie has taken the beautiful sage green dress she smocked for Christmas and turned it into an Easter frock. Choose from ice blue or party pink Kona Elegance fabric to make your little girl a vision of beauty! The dress, found in Issue #66 of Australian Smocking & Embroidery Magazine, is a classic design with a smocked bodice and pleats at the shoulder. You will need to select your fabric and have your dress prepped and ready for construction before coming to class. The smocking can be done after the dress is constructed. (Sizes 3, 4, 5 & 6)

Date:

Thursday, March 8

9 am – 2 pm*

Saturday, March 10

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric (pattern provided) *Lunch optional ($5)

BISHOP CONSTRUCTION. You will learn to construct the popular bishop dress in this all-day class. Jeanne’s extension placket makes it easy to add buttonholes to the back of the dress. No more thread loops! You will also learn about blocking your garment and the importance of back-smocking at the neck. These and other “Jeanne tips” will make you a fan of the bishop dress, too! You will schedule an appointment with Jeanne to cut out and prep your bishop at least two weeks before class.

Dates:

Thursday, Mar. 15

9 am - 2 pm*

Saturday, Mar. 17

9 am - 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric & pattern

*Lunch optional ($5)

DIAPER DOCK. Linda found this unique bag that holds diapers and wipes. The bag unfolds to reveal a wonderful changing pad. Linda selected one of our laminated fabrics for the changing pad and a coordinating cotton print for the bag’s exterior and trim. It makes a wonderful baby shower gift!

Dates:

Thursday, Mar. 22

9 am – 2 pm*

Saturday, Mar. 24

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric & pattern

*Lunch optional ($5)

PICTURE SMOCKING. Julie loves teaching the “stacking” method of smocking in this 2-session class. She has selected two adorable Easter bunny patterns that are perfect for boy or girl. Choose a girl’s bishop or yoke dress or a boy’s romper with smocked insert for your class project. Your selection must be made at least two weeks before class if you don’t already have a garment ready to smock.

Dates:

Tuesday, Mar. 27 & Apr. 3

9:30 am - 12 noon or 6 - 8:30 pm

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric & smocking plate

LITTLE GIRLS, BIG STYLE. We fell in love with this book the first time we saw it. For those just learning to sew, it’s a wonderful tool for feeding your creativity. The book contains four patterns (dress, skirt, pants, and top) that can be mixed, matched, and modified to make 23 outfits! Carey is our resident expert on these outfits, and she’s agreed to repeat her popular ruffle pants and double layer twirl skirt classes to get everyone ready for spring!

Ruffle Pants

Date:

Thursday, Mar. 29

6 – 8:30 pm

Class Fee:

$25 + fabric & book

Double Layer Twirl Skirt

Date:

Tuesday, Apr. 17

6 – 8:30 pm

Class Fee:

$25 + fabric & book

LEARN TO CHICKEN SCRATCH! No, it’s not a disease, but the most wonderful way to decorate fabric. Tina Kimbell will teach you the stitches to embellish an adult gingham apron or girl’s gingham pinafore. Check out her samples and see just how unique and fun chicken scratch can be!

Date:

Saturday, Mar. 31

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric

*Lunch optional ($5)

PORTFOLIO. Linda always finds unique projects to get those creative juices going. This versatile portfolio is perfect for all those electronic notebooks that need a safe place to hide. Also makes a perfect graduation gift for that college-bound student.

Dates:

Thursday, Apr. 19

9 am – 2 pm*

Saturday, Apr. 21

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric & pattern

*Lunch optional ($5)

MADEIRA HEM. Jeanne selected the Jordan’s Jumper pattern by Bonnie Blue to teach her Madeira hem technique. But this time, you get to learn how to do it on an a-line skirt instead of a straight hemline. We had fun coming up with the Madeira design—it’s not your usual scallops!

Dates:

Thursday, Apr. 26

9 am – 2 pm*

Saturday, Apr. 28

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric & pattern

*Lunch optional ($5)

MY DOLL & ME. Kwik Sew has the cutest pattern for matching dresses for your little girl and her 18” doll. It’s called Abigail and includes sizes 4 to 12. Linda used one of our new spring prints for the sample dress for her 10-year-old granddaughter, Maddie.

Dates:

Thursday, May 10

9 am – 2 pm*

Saturday, May 12

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric & pattern

*Lunch optional ($5)

RETURN OF THE DUFFLE BAG. Mary’s popular duffle bag is back for another run. We can’t think of anything more fun to make for friends and family, young and old alike! It would make a great graduation gift, too! You will need to select your fabric and complete your quilting before class.

Date:

Saturday, May 19

9 am – 2 pm*

Class Fee:

$35 + fabric (pattern provided) *Lunch optional ($5)

CLASS POLICIES

We want to provide interesting and informative classes at reasonable prices. In order to do this, we ask your cooperation with the following:

1. Classes will be filled on a first come, first served basis, so we encourage you to sign up early. Classes that do not fill with a minimum of four people seven (7) days prior to the class may be subject to cancellation. As soon as a class fills, we will do our best to schedule another class for those on our waiting list.

2. A $15 deposit is required to hold your reservation and will be applied to your class fee. The balance must be paid at least seven (7) days prior to the class. This same fee is refundable if we receive your cancellation seven (7) days prior to the class or may be applied to another class or for store credit.

3. At the time of registration, you will receive a list of supplies needed for your class. We ask that these supplies be purchased at Stitcher’s Playhouse. You will receive a 10% discount on all items used in class as well as any other items purchased on the day of your class.

4. Some classes may require prep work before class or homework between classes. Failure to do the work may result in your class project not being completed within the allotted time. At the teacher’s discretion, extra instruction time may be provided at additional cost.

5. No children are allowed in the teaching room while class is in session.

6. Classes will begin PROMPTLY. Please arrive early enough to be set up and ready to start at the scheduled time. We want to give you every minute of your class!

Tuesday, Jan. 3, 10 & 17

9:30 am - 12 noon or 6 - 8:30 pm

Tuesday, Mar. 6, 13 & 20

9:30 am - 12 noon or 6 - 8:30 pm

Tuesday, May 1, 8 & 15

9:30 am - 12 noon or 6 - 8:30 pm