Hello everyone!! I hope you had a wonderful holiday! Are you ready to start the year by learning something new? Sewing classes are beginning so see if there's one that works for you!

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Sewing Basics 1- we'll start from scratch and cover machine basics, fabric types, seams, edge finishes, and casings and hems. We will make 3 projects over 4 weeks, a table runner, pillowcase, and pajama pants. Classes run approximately 2 ½ - 3 hrs., the fee is $45, you buy your own supplies, and you bring your own sewing machine.
Thursday January19th, 26th, Feb. 9th, and 16th @ 6:30 PM or 9 AM, (the AM class depends on if there’s enough interest.)
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Sewing Basics 2- will include more casings and hems, how to gather fabric, apply bias tape, and 2 different waistbands. We will make a tote bag, an elastic waist skirt with pockets, and a 3 pocket apron. This class is also 4 weeks. Classes run approximately 2 ½ - 3 hrs., the fee is $45, you buy your own supplies, and you bring your own sewing machine.
Thursday March 1, 8, 15, 22 @ 6:30 PM (morning times if there’s enough interest)

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Do you have a little sewing experience but can't commit to a 4 week class? How about a one nighter?

You could try --

Pillow fun! Learn to make a slipcover for a worn out pillow or a new pillow form. Watch for fabric colors and textures that will freshen up your home for spring! Wednesday, February 1st @ 6:30, the fee is $10, you buy your own supplies and bring your own sewing machine.

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Baby burp cloth & bib, OR blanket! No last minute baby shower shopping if you make these ahead of time! They are fairly simple and make wonderful gifts! Wednesday February15th @ 6:30, the fee is $10, you buy your own supplies and bring your own sewing machine.

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A Little Girl Spring Skirt! Now's a great time to get ready for spring with an easy elastic waist skirt with lots of gathers. Little ones will love to twirl in these! Wednesday, February 29th @ 6:30, the fee is $10, you buy your own supplies and bring your own sewing machine.


* If week nights are difficult, let me know because I am willing to do classes on Saturdays also. I could do a marathon class if you want to cover several projects in one day, just let me know what your needs are.

To register for any of these classes just send me an email to reserve your spot and I will send you a supply list and other details for the class you’ve selected.
I welcome all questions and comments, just email me and I’ll get right back to you!
Let’s get sewing!!!

Julie

Just finished Sewing Basics 1

I had a great time teaching the Sewing Basics 1 class! With 2 students and 3 projects we did a lot of sewing!! The items we completed were a pillowcase, pajama pants, and an apron, and they all turned out great! This class is for beginners, (very little to no sewing experience) and by the time we were done, Kelly & Elizabeth were cruising along and planning their next projects! I had so much fun and learned a lot, and I am looking forward to the next session around mid-January. Check back here, I'll be offering a few short classes to brighten up the winter months! Pillows, baby bibs & burps, and children's spring skirts! Easy and fun!!
Thanks for stopping by!

Well, I'm very happy that Halloween is over!! Ha Ha, Next time I get the bright idea to sew costumes for my kids, I will allow more than 2 months to get them done. For some reason life kept getting in the way of all my good intentions and I was finishing up Nicole's dress on Halloween. But at least it was done before the trick or treaters came and she and Matt looked fabulous! I had a great time 'designing' the costumes although we still need to finish up some black elf shoes for 'Buddy'. We'll get them done soon so the two of them can go hang out at the mall around Christmas time.

Sign up for classes!!

Hello everyone!! I'm excited to announce that I have scheduled 2 classes that will start next week! There are still several openings in each class and you are welcome to sign up and join us! Please email me -saunders.fam@juno.com- if you want to join, or go to my registration page so I can get everyone signed up who wants to. I will be sending out a list of things you will need to bring to class, so the sooner the better!

The Sewing Basics 1 class will be on Thursdays at 7 pm, Oct 13 through Nov. 10th, at my home. It’s important that we are done before the holidays kick in, so this 5 week class will be finished in good time.
* Sewing Basics- 1 - $50 for 5 weeks – 2 hrs each week, getting to know your machine, fabric choices and using the right equipment, how to read, lay out and follow a pattern, how to sew seams, casings, hems, gathers, seam and edge finishes and how to apply bias tape and trims. Projects will include a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants, and elastic waist skirt with pockets.
Sewing Basics 2 will be split on two Saturday afternoons, Oct. 15 and 22nd from 1-4pm, we’ll finish in just 2 weeks! Then you will have time to make some gifts for Christmas giving!!

* Sewing Basics- 2 $40 for 2 weeks, 4 hrs each, which inc ludes- gathers, facings and hems, Ruffles, zippers, darts, sleeves. Projects may include a tiered, elastic waist skirt , ruffled diaper cover, child’s jumper with zipper or teen or adult skirt with zipper, easy top or child’s dress.

Also I will offer 3 hours of Open Sewing on Saturday mornings, 9-noon, October 22, November 5, and Nov. 19, If you have any projects you’re trying to finish up and would like some help with. Just email or go to my registration page if you’d like to come over, just so I can plan ahead. Thanks!!
* - Open Sewing- Do you have unfinished projects lying around? If you need help with a difficult item or just need some motivation, bring your project and let me help. (My house, once or twice a month. Sign up and come for as long as you need, up to 3 hrs. ) $5 per hour

Let me know what I can help you with! if you want a 2 hr, (one night) holiday, home décor, or baby class before the holidays I’d be glad to schedule one. I just need to know what classes or projects people are interested in.
Email me or go to my registration page .
Thanks so much!!
Julie

Cute Pillowcases!

The main color fabrics I used for these pillowcases I found in the remnants section of Hobby Lobby, about 3/4 of a yard or so. The contrast I picked from the regular bolts but only needed a third of a yard or less. Easy project, kids would love them made up in holiday or novelty prints!! This is one of the projects we will make in the Sewing Basics 1 class, which will start Thursday, October 13, and will go for 5 weeks. Register now!!

I love costumes, I've made some for my family and helped with the school musicals a few times (haha, more like a dozen). This year I'm working on a couple of costumes for family that will be pretty memorable, so stay tuned!

Take a wild guess!!

Here's a couple of pics to get us started, first, take a wild guess what I'm going to do with these cute fabrics! then, can you even imagine what is in the bag? I will post pics so you can follow the progress, stay tuned!! I will also be adding pics of things I've made, I hope you like them :)