Page 1 of 8 Sewing Classes November 2017 to January 2018 Booking a Class All classes must be paid for in full at the time of booking. Payments for all classes are non-refundable and are nontransferable unless we are able to fill your place. Essential Class Info: 1. Within 1 week of booking we will e-mail you the list of materials required (all are available to purchase from the shop) and cutting out instructions. Please contact us ASAP with any queries. 2. Purchase all materials before coming to the class. 3. Apart from Starting Out classes, it is essential that all cutting out is done at home (unfortunately we do not have the facilities for cutting out during the class). 4. It helps to bring your own sewing machine but if you need to use one of ours please let us know. 5. For all classes (apart from Know Your Machine) you will need to know how to use a sewing machine. 6. To save time we advise that you wind your bobbin and thread your machine at home. 7. Arrive 10 min early so you can get set up. It will give you more time for learning the sewing techniques the class is aimed at. 8. During each class you will make the item we have designed and to the dimensions we have specified. By booking a class you agree to all the conditions set out above. INSIDE THIS CLASS LIST 1 The Basics foundation classes 2 Starting Out beginner classes 2 Getting There intermediate classes 3 Skill Building useful technique classes 3 In The Bag - gorgeous bag classes 4 Love To Quilt stunning quilts and techniques 5 Dressmaking Sessions The Basics Foundation classes where you will learn how to use your machine in a one-off session. Cost - 30 Know Your Machine Wednesday 10th January 6pm to 9pm Know Your Overlocker th Saturday 13 January 1pm to 4pm Know Your Machine Learn all about your machine s different parts, how to thread your machine, which stitches and settings to use, buttonholes and how to troubleshoot the most common problems. Materials required thread, 50cm x 50cm scrap fabric (an old pillowcase is perfect), your sewing machine s manual and any attachments you have. Know Your Overlocker Bring along your overlocker and learn all about it s different parts, how to thread it, which stitches and settings to use and how to troubleshoot the most common problems. Materials required thread, 50cm x 50cm scrap fabric (an old pillowcase is perfect), your overlocker s manual and any attachments you have. Special Offer Whilst attending any of our classes take the opportunity to get 10% off further class bookings and shop purchases. continued on page 2
Page 2 of 8 Starting Out Getting There Beginner classes with simple projects to help you build confidence using your sewing machine. Cost - 30 Classes with slightly more advanced projects incorporating essential sewing skills. Cost: 30 which project you d like to make: Saturday 27th January 9am to 12pm which project you d like to make: New dates coming soon!! Crazy For Cushions Learn how to create fabulous cushions to personalise your home. Make either a plain cushion or a two tone cushion using complementary fabrics and complete the look with buttons on the back. Materials required 50cm x115/137cm of fabric for plain cushion (or 50cm x 115/137cm each of two different fabrics for two tone cushion), thread, 3 or 4 buttons, 50cm ribbon or trim (optional). Lizzie Totally Tote Bag If you love bags this is for you. Make your own fully lined bag with basic machine appliqué decoration. Materials required 50cm x 115/137cm of main fabric, 50cm x 115cm/137cm of fabric for lining and appliqué, thread, 25cm Bondaweb. Ellen Storage Baskets The perfect storage solution and so pretty too! You choose which size to make small H 15cm x D 14cm, medium H 21cm x D 19cm, Large H 29cm x D 24cm. Materials required 25(30; 40)cm x 112cm outer fabric, 25(30; 40)cm x 112cm outer fabric, 2/3 packs heavy weight interfacing, 2m ribbon/webbing, thread. Door Stop Doorstops are great for adding a personal touch to a room. In this class you will sew a doorstop with carry handle and add some simple machine appliqué. Materials required 2 co-ordinating fabric fat quarters, 1kg bag of rice, 100g soft polyester filling, thread. Oven Gloves Always so useful and a wonderful gift as well. Sewn with heat resistant wadding, burnt fingers will be a thing of the past. Materials required 25cm x 137cm (or 40cm x 112cm) fabric, 40cm x 112cm fabric for lining, 20cm x 225cm cotton wadding, 60cm x 55cm Insul-Bright insulated lining, 2.5m bias binding, thread. Sewing Machine Mat A handy and padded sewing machine mat with useful front pockets, as well as detachable pin cushion and scrap basket. Materials required 60cm x 112cm wide Fabric A, 60cm x 112cm wide Fabric B, medium weight iron-on interfacing, 50cm x 50cm 2oz/cotton wadding, 20cm sew-in Velcro, thread, 2 x buttons, soft toy filling. Sewing Machine Cover Treat your sewing machine! Create your own fully lined sewing machine cover using piping and basic appliqué. It is essential that you cut out at home. Materials required 50cm x 112cm Fabric A, 25cm x 112cm Fabric B, 75cm x 112cm lining fabric, 4m bias binding, 2.5m piping cord, 75cm x 100cm wadding, 20cm x 20cm fabric for appliqué, 20cm x 20cm Bondaweb, 2 large and 1 medium button, thread, zipper foot for machine. continued on page 3
Page 3 of 8 Roman Blind Skill Building Roman blinds are simple yet effective window dressings. Due to space and time constraints you will make a small sample roman blind and we will show you how to measure up, work out how much Classes designed to teach specific sewing skills. Cost: 20 (2 hour)/ 30 (3 hour) Piping, Bias Binding, Zip and Concealed Zip Tuesday 30th January 6pm to 8pm Free Motion Appliqué nd Saturday 2 December 9.30am to 11.30am How To Sew Stretch/Jersey Fabric fabric you need. Materials required 70cm x 70cm main fabric, 70cm x 70cm lining fabric, 70cm Velcro, 4 plastic rings, 2.5m blind cord, thread (we will have packs available to purchase). Tuesday 16th January 6pm to 8pm Roman Blind New date coming soon!! How To Back A Quilt Saturday 13th January 9.30am to 11.30am Piping, Bias Binding, Zip and Concealed Zip Spend a couple of hours learning how to do four of the most useful sewing techniques. Materials required scrap fabric, 50cm piping cord, 1m bias binding, 7 zip, 8 concealed zip, thread, zipper foot and concealed zipper foot for machine. Free Motion Machine Appliqué Learn how to draw with your sewing machine. We will show you the basic techniques for creating so many beautiful pictures. Materials required background fabric, fabric scraps, contrasting thread, light weight iron-on interfacing, Bondaweb, free motion embroidery foot for machine. How to Sew Jersey/Stretch Fabric Sewing with stretch fabric can be daunting but it needn t be. We will show you how to cut out, stabilise your fabric, and tackle seams, facings, hems and so much more. Materials required scraps of jersey fabric, thread, 50cm hemming tape. How to Back a Quilt Backing and binding a quilt top is the final stage before your quilt is ready to use. This class will teach you the quilting and binding techniques that you will use over and over again. Materials required scraps of fabric (at least three pieces 50cm x 50cm), 50cm x 50cm wadding, thread, free motion foot for machine. In The Bag Is there such a thing as having too many bags?!! Great classes for confident stitchers. Cost: 40 which of our gorgeous bags you d like to make: Tuesday 28th November 6pm to 10pm Poppin Pocket Tote Bag The perfect bag for popping things in a pocket for safe keeping! Fully lined with secure zip closure, and external (one zip-up) and internal pockets, it is a great bag for all occasions. Materials required 50cm x 112/137cm Fabric A, 60cm x 112/137cm Fabric B, 55cm x 112cm lining fabric, fat quarter for inner pocket, 80cm wadding, 6 zip, 18 zip, 2.6m webbing, 25cm light-weight interfacing, thread, zipper foot for machine. continued on page 4
Page 4 of 8 Betty Large Tote Bag This large fully lined tote bag with useful internal pocket and snap fastener is perfect for any occasion. As an optional extra add piping to finish the look. Annie Drawstring Backpack A useful bag suitable for adults and children. Fully lined, front pocket with closing flap, drawstring closure with flap and adjustable straps. Materials required 50cm x 112/137cm each of two different fabrics, 75cm x 112cm lining fabric, 1m x 1m wadding, 2.5m piping cord, press snap fastener, thread. Optional:- 35cm x 100cm of fabric for internal pocket. Materials required 90cm x 112/137cm main fabric, 80cm x 112cm fabric for lining, 2 packs medium weight interfacing, 50cm x 100cm wadding, 6 x 1 D rings, 1 x double cord stop, 20cm hook and loop tape, 1.5m bias binding, 2.2m webbing, 1m cord, thread. Camilla Laptop/Messenger Bag Chloe Small Messenger Bag This large fully lined laptop or messenger bag with useful internal pocket and closing flap is perfect for office or school. Materials required 50cm x 112/137cm each of two different fabrics, 50cm x 112cm lining fabric, 1m x 1m, 2 x bag buckle clips, medium weight interfacing, thread. Optional:- 35cm x 100cm of fabric for internal pocket. Serena Quilt-As-You-Go Bag Learn how to quilt your panels after each step. Then stitch your panels together to create this stunning patchwork bag. Perfect for busy days and just the right size to carry everything you need. Features are piped edges, external zip pocket, inner pocket, zip closure, flap with magnetic fastener, and adjustable cross body strap. (H 22cm x W 22cm x D 7cm). Materials required 4 fabric fat quarters, 25cm cotton wadding, 1 pack heavy-weight interfacing, 7 /18cm zip, 10 /26cm zip, magnetic bag clip, 2.5m bias binding, 2.5m piping cord, 2m webbing, 2 x strap D rings, adjusting buckle, thread, zipper foot for machine. Love to Quilt If you would like to learn the basics or new techniques, we have a quilt class for you. Cost: 40 Materials required jelly roll or at least 9 different fabrics cut into minimum of 5cm/2 strips (total strip length needed = 10m), 15cm x 112cm fabric for upper panel, 15cm x 112cm each of 2 different fabrics for handles, 40cm x 112cm lining fabric, 40cm x 100cm cotton wadding, heavy weight interfacing, thread. which of our gorgeous quilts you d like to make: Wednesday 22nd November 6pm to 10pm Wednesday 24th January 6pm to 10pm Rebecca Sewing Machine/Overnight Bag Star Burst Quilt Top A gorgeous bag strong enough for transporting your sewing machine. With useful internal and external pockets it can be made in two different sizes (large H 37cm x W 45cm x D 26cm, small H 33cm x W A simple design with impact! Would look great made from batik, Christmas, rainbow, etc fabrics The list is endless. The finished quilt top measures 55 (1.41m) x 77 (1.97m). Materials required 50cm(40cm) x 137cm Fabric A, 65cm(50cm) x 137cm Fabric B, 1.2m(90cm) x 112cm lining fabric, 30cm(25cm) x 112cm pocket fabric (optional), 1m x 1m 2oz wadding, 2 packs medium weight interfacing, 71cm/28 zip, 3m webbing, 2.5m bias binding, thread. Materials required 6 coordinating fat quarters (50cm x 55cm), 2.4m plain fabric, thread, quarter inch foot for machine. 43cm x D 17cm). continued on page 5
Page 5 of 8 Disappearing 9 Patch Quilt Top Stunning and simple, this is the perfect starter project for anyone wanting to learn to quilt. The finished quilt top measures 1.5m x 1.5m. Materials required 9 coordinating fat quarters (50cm x 55cm), thread, quarter inch foot for machine. Zig Zag Quilt Top A modern twist based on a traditional design. The blocks are made by strip piecing and the finished quilt top measures 1.45m (57 ) x 1.86m (74 ). Materials required 2.1m x 112cm main fabric, 40cm x 112cm each of 5 coordinating fabrics, thread. Festive Christmas Makes Christmas is such a wonderful time for sewing as there are always so many beautiful ornaments we can adorn our homes with. Cost: 30 which of our gorgeous quilts you d like to make: Saturday 2nd December 12.30pm to 3.30pm Christmas Tree Ornament Join us to make a festive tree to adorn your Christmas mantlepiece or fireplace. At 23cm high it would also make a great centre piece on your Christmas table. It is essential that you cut out at home. Materials required fat quarter (50cm x 55cm) each of 3 different fabrics, 2.5m pompom trim, 1 large pompom, thread, wooden skewer, wooden reel, masking tape, soft toy filling, ¼ foot for machine (optional). Christmas Tree Skirt As well as making a reversible quilted tree skirt, learn how to create the 3D trees using the eye-catching twist technique. It is essential that you cut out at home. Materials required 40cm x 112cm each of 2 fabrics (twists), 2 x fat quarters (tree backgrounds), 50cm x 112cm sashing fabric, 90cm x 112cm backing fabric, 90cm square cotton or 2oz wadding, 4m bias binding, thread, ¼ foot for machine. Christmas Stocking Get ready for Christmas with this gorgeous full size stocking which is fully lined and has basic machine applique decoration. Materials required 3 fat quarters (50cm x 55cm) 1 each for main fabric, contrast and lining (or 50cm x 112cm for directional prints), 20cm x 45cm Bondaweb, 50cm x 1m 2oz wadding, 17cm ribbon, thread. Free Motion Applique Stag Cushion Stitch the stag onto the cushion using free motion appliqué and create piping using remainder of the appliqué fabric. It is essential that you cut out at home. Materials required 50cm x 112/137cm main fabric, fat quarter for appliqué, light weight interfacing, 30cm x 30cm Bondaweb, 2m piping cord, thread, 3 buttons. Dressmaking Sessions Whatever your ability, bring along your latest dressmaking project. Leanne will be on hand to guide you through the garment construction. This class is also useful if you need help with specific techniques, such as collars, necklines, etc. Cost: 30 Choose a date that works for you: th Saturday 27 January 1pm to 4pm continued on page 6
Page 6 of 8 Quilting with Sue O Riordan Sue from Barn Creations is another very talented quilter and teacher and we are very excited to add her to the teaching team. Cost: 40 Christmas Table Runner Friday 1st December 10am to 2pm Block of the Month Block 1 Wednesday 17th January - 10am to 2pm th Saturday 20 January 10am to 2pm Block of the Month Starting in January, on the third Saturday of every month Sue will be teaching a new technique to create a block, with suggestions on how to quilt this block. At the end of the class you will leave with the skills you need to complete this block and a pattern to create a second block using these skills. You can create up to 16 blocks and this quilt will be large enough to cover a king size bed. Unlike many BOM courses, you will not be left with a quilt top and no idea how to turn this into a quilt: piecing and quilting your blocks month by month means you will have it completely finished by the end of the course. Block 1: Christmas Table Runner Join Sue to make this stunning table runner. The intricate design is made simple using foundation paper piecing, so if you have not tried this before, now is your chance! Materials required Star 2 fat quarters one of each a light and dark fabric, Square 1 fat quarter (NB choose fabrics with no obvious direction as this makes construction much more difficult), Background 50cm fabric, Backing 50cm fabric Wadding (optional) 50cm x length of runner and a small amount extra, thread, packed lunch. Quilting with Sally Griffen Sally from Sweet Little Things is a very talented quilter and teacher and has designed some wonderful quilting projects. Sally has lots of ideas for future classes so watch this space. Cost: 40 Choose a date that works for you: Saturday 25th November 10am to 2.30pm Stained Glass Rose Panel Spend a few hours creating a beauitful stained glass panel with rose design. Materials required 5m black Clover fusible bias binding, fat quarter of light fabric for background, 3 green fabric fat quarters for leaves, 3 coloured fabric fat quarters for rose, 25cm x 112cm wide plain fabric for borders, 25cm Bondaweb, thread, 3mm twin needle for machine, pencil, packed lunch. Materials required up to 5 fat quarters, 16 square wadding, 16 square of backing fabric, thread, sewing machine, scissors, cutting mat, rotary cutter, 6 x 24 ruler, 12½ square ruler.
Page 7 of 8 Children s Classes Our children s classes are aimed at teaching children the basic sewing skill. Level: beginner (age 8+) Cost: 17.50 Special Offer Whilst attending any of our classes take the opportunity to get 10% off further class bookings and shop purchases. New dates coming soon!!! All classes taught by Leanne de Lima Araujo who has been DBS checked and has also received comprehensive first aid training. Simply Sewing (Me-Time!!) Happiness is... a bit of social sewing where you can meet up with or make new friends, help each other with your projects, and share ideas and inspiration. With this in mind, I am very excited to introduce our summer Simply Sewing sessions. Each session is 5/hour and you can help yourself to tea/coffee, cold drinks and biscuits. Whilst there, take advantage of your 10% discount off shop purchases. To book please pop into the shop or ring us on 01778-420464. The available dates are: Every 2 nd Wednesday (10am to 1pm) 10 th January, 24 th January Every 2 nd Thursday (6pm to 9pm) 30 th November 14 th December 18 th January Every 2 nd Friday (10am to 1pm) 24 th November, 30 th November 8 th December 19 th January Please note that these are not classes, but opportunities to catch up on sewing projects.
Page 8 of 8 Class List Summary Date Class Time Wednesday 22 nd November Disappearing 9 patch quilt top, 6pm to 10pm Zig zag quilt top, or Star burst quilt top Friday 24 th November Simply Sewing (Me-Time!!) 10am to 1pm Saturday 25 th November Stained glass rose panel 10am to 2.30pm Tuesday 28 th November Poppin Pocket Tote Bag, 6pm to 9pm Betty large tote bag, Camilla laptop/messenger bag, Serena quilt-as-you-go bag, Rebecca sewing machine/overnight bag, Annie drawstring backpack, or Chloe small messenger bag Thursday 30 th November Simply Sewing (Me-Time!!) 6pm to 9pm Friday 1 st December Christmas table runner 10am to 2pm Saturday 2 nd December Free motion appliqué 9.30am to 11.30am Saturday 2 nd December Christmas tree ornament, 12.30pm to 3.30pm Christmas tree skirt, Christmas stocking, or Free motion appliqué stag cushion Friday 8 th December Simply Sewing (Me-Time!!) 10am to 1pm Thursday 14 th December Simply Sewing (Me-Time!!) 6pm to 9pm Wednesday 10 th January Simply Sewing (Me-Time!!) 10am to 1pm Wednesday 10 th January Know your machine 6pm to 9pm Saturday 13 th January How to back a quilt 9.30am to 11.30am Saturday 13 th January Know your overlocker 1pm to 4pm Tuesday 16 th January How to sew stretch fabric 6pm to 8pm Wednesday 17 th January Block of the month block 1 10am to 2pm Thursday 18 th January Simply Sewing (Me-Time!!) 6pm to 10pm Friday 19 th January Simply Sewing (Me-Time!!) 10am to 1pm Saturday 20 th January Block of the month block 1 10am to 2pm Wednesday 24 th January Simply Sewing (Me-Time!!) 10am to 1pm Wednesday 24 th January Disappearing 9 patch quilt top, 6pm to 10pm Zig zag quilt top, or Star burst quilt top Saturday 27 th January Crazy for cushions, 9am to 12pm Lizzie totally tote bag, Ellen storage baskets, or Door stop Saturday 27 th January Dressmaking 1pm to 4pm Tuesday 30 th January Piping, bias binding, zips and concealed zips 6-8pm