Stash cleaning – Fabric edition!

18 May

Important note: June 2, aka Swap Day, is also Dot Day around here! Parking might be tight, so plan accordingly. It’ll be a fun day, but could be a bit crazy so I wanted to give a heads-up. You’ll probably have better luck parking closer to Andrew away from the parade route.

Hey guys,

I’m unreasonably excited about this Swap on June 2, so you all get to listen to me talk about it to you!

Yesterday while Jean-Luc was sleeping, I tackled my Fabric Box. When I moved into my last apartment, my fabric stash fit neatly into a big Rubbermaid toter. I had one sewing machine. When I moved into this one, it was overflowing a bit, but could still close. But yesterday AM the fabric totally filled this antique steamer trunk that we’d bought as a prop…and I have 4 sewing machines. Good times.

So, if you want to buy an antique steamer trunk…or a vintage 50′s Brother sewing machine, I’m your girl. Great deals if you can come and take it away! (Seriously, if you’re looking for a sewing machine I can probably bring it to the swap, so let me know.)

But back to the fabric. I’ve been collecting it for years, and have scraps from all of my prom dresses, my wedding dress, quilting bundles I was going to make. All that stuff I’m keeping (cringe). But the vinyl I bought to make a rad handbag? The lovely blue and gold brocade I got as a gift? The quirky cotton prints that were going to be a great frock way back when? The bolt of blue tulle that a friend got to make a wedding dress? These could be yours!

I gathered a big bag of scrappity scraps which I really will probably kick to the curb, but in the end, it all fits back in my Rubbermaid, and now I can try to find a new home for the steamer trunk. Moving is fun.

Next step – the Yarn Collection.

For all of you out there, come swap Fabric on June 2! All crafty things are fair game. And if you don’t have things to swap, just come to check out what others have brought. It’ll be lots of fun!

-Katie

 

All-Craft Swap – June 2!

11 May
Come join us for Stitch House’s first-ever All-Craft Swap! Sunday, June 2, from 12-2pm (rain date, June 9), in Stitch House’s back yard!

The time for spring cleaning is upon us. Katie speaking here, and I’m trying to pack up my house before our great Canadian move this summer. The yarn must be organized! The fabric must be sorted! The fiber must be culled! Whether or not you’re also moving house this summer, my guess is that you could probably use a good reason to sort through your craft materials and refresh your stash.

What will the swap be like?

This is essentially a textile-y free-for-all! All and any craft materials are welcome: yarn, fabric, patterns, fiber, needlepoint, books, needles, dyestuffs, abandoned projects, etc. You bring your old stuff you don’t want anymore, sort it out, and then take home new stuff! What’s better yet, you don’t have to bring anything if you don’t want (new knitters and sewers, come build your stash!), and you don’t have to take anything home if you don’t want (SABLE? spare bedroom full of yarn/fabric? you know who I’m talking about!). After the swap, left-over materials will be donated to charity through The Knitting Connection.

How to play:

1) Sort through your good-condition craft materials you’d like to part with.

- Please make sure that your stuff is something someone else could use, no big knots or tiny scraps (at least 5 yards of yarn).
- Because we’re not assigning value or currency to things swapped, we can’t guarantee you’ll get a “fair trade” (although we think you will!), so make sure you’re really ready to give your craft things a new home!

2) Please label unlabeled materials (yarn and fabric esp.) with as much information you have: fiber content, yardage, brand, etc.

3) When you arrive, you’ll be asked to add your things to the pile, arranging roughly by category, and for yarn, by weight and fiber content.

4) Then, you get to dig through the stuff accumulated and take home whatever you like! Show up on the early side for the best picks!

5) We’ll have Stitch House bags on-hand to take loot home in. When you’re done swapping, in order to prevent confusion between swap yarn and shop yarn, we just ask that you tie your swap bag closed before going into the shop.

Check our Facebook page for details and updates, and in the event of uncertain weather, that’s where we’ll be announcing if it’s on or postponed.

Thanks, and hope to see you at the Swap!

- Katie and the Stitch House crew

New Format, Sunday Workshop, Men’s Knit on Saturday

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I’m trying this Constant Contact format out and I’d love your feedback. Tell me if you enjoy my conversation with you this way… or the old way. I heard a lot of good feedback this past week about changing the format and I’m going to try a little each week. I certainly don’t want to over do it the first week out! I also promised all of you who commented on the change idea a bag of yarn as a prize. The winners are (drum roll please): Erin Kiley and Ann Diaz! Come in any time to get your bag o’ joy! I also have long owed Suzanne Piening a prize for a beautiful shawl she made last year as part of our shawl contest. It is long overdue and certainly deserved. Suzanne, come get your big bag of yarn!

Ok – that’s it for this week. Check out the rest of this email and let me know what you think!

                             Thank you,

                    Annissa

P.S. THIS Saturday, May 4th from 5-7pm All Men are invited to join your host, Bill, for an evening of knitting and crafting. Please RSVP so we have enough goodies for everyone!

Sunday Afternoon Workshops
On Sunday, May 5 from 3-5pm Join special guest instructor Jennifer Lassonde to learn how to use eKnit Notes with GoodReader – this two hour class will help you make better use of your iPad for knitting & crochet. Download the GoodReader app from the Apple App Store and Jen will teach you how to use this app to manage and store your patterns, make notes about your progress or modifications, highlight your directions and charts and so much more. If you’re tired of carrying around projects notes in your various project bags, get rid of those scraps of paper and keep it all in your iPad! You will need to Download the GoodReader App for your iPad prior to the class and have a basic knowledge of iPad functionality.
This workshop costs $20 requires registration. Please call or email us to reserve your seat today and to receive additional notes to prepare for your afternoon with Jen.
On Sunday, May 19 from 3-5pm Join special guest instructor Carol Hatch for her “Knitting Lace Without Fear” workshop. Start a Lace Scarf using either sock weight yarn or mohair lace weight for a more courageous experience. Carol will teach you the basic lace techniques, how to use helpful knitting aids, how to recognize and fix mistakes without extensive ripping out, and tips on blocking (blocking won’t occur during this workshop).
This workshop costs $20 requires registration. Please call or email us to reserve your seat today and to receive a materials listing to prepare for your afternoon with Carol.

Other Classes

Get To Know Your SEWING MACHINE PLUS!- GTK PLUS is a 2 hour workshop to familiarize yourself with either your personal sewing machine, or ours. We’ll introduce you to the machine, including turning it on, threading it, learning the basic stitches and functions, and caring for it. We also will show you how to select appropriate new-sewer patterns, read them and measure yourself for a good fit. You will leave this session feeling good about your beginner skills, a handy packet of information to use at home and a starter project for your first sewing class with us. Even if you aren’t taking a sewing class with us, this is a great opportunity to learn a few basics. If you are bringing your own sewing machine- bring all the pieces and the manual (if you can find it!). If you don’t own a machine, come get to know our machines. This workshop also includes taking your measurements, picking appropriate patterns and how to select fabrics and notions. Class cost: $20. Pick one of the following sessions:
Saturday May 4, 10am – 12 noon
Wednesday May 15 from 6-8pm
Saturday, June 1, 10am-12 noon
Pre-Teen Sewing for Kids Ages 10-12 A special class for pre-teens, this class will focus on making a few small projects to help familiarize the students with cutting patterns and using the sewing machine.  This class will focus on making an Amy Butler bag with your choice of our colorful designer fabrics.  After this class they’ll have the skills to make great gifts for all their friends. Participants will learn how to understand and follow pattern instructions, cut out patterns, and use basic machine stitches and hand sewing techniques. The first class will introduce the participants to the shop machines. Mondays May 6, 13, 20, 4-5:30pm.  $75 includes materials.
Introduction to Sewing – Saturday Intensive for Beginners and New Sewers - (GTKPlus Prerequisite) So you want to learn to sew or continue developing your skills? Pick your own project and get started. You will learn how to read and follow pattern instructions, cut out patterns and make minor pattern alterations for a better fit. We start sewing the first week so come with a pattern and fabric ready to go. This class runs 2 Saturdays for $75 (does not include materials) Light lunch provided. Students bring pattern, fabric, thread (call or email for more info)  **May 11 & 18, 10am-2pm**

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Thank you, Sundays in May, More to Clearance

25 Apr photo(4)
I want to thank all of you for your wonderful, heartfelt emails in reaction to the attack on Boston last week, and the direct impact it had on our Dorchester community. Although it will take us time to heal, we are a strong neighborhood and we will continue to rally around those so deeply wounded, emotionally and physically. I want to especially thank those from so far away that called, emailed and sent notes to us in support and love. Doug and I were away enjoying school vacation with the kids and able to protect them from the gruesome news and events and had time to prepare what we would share with them. They are good kids, sad about what happened but sure to not be slowed by what occurred.
Below is actually the email I had prepared to send last week so you will notice the sudden change in tempo but so it all continues, sadder but stronger than before. Thank you again.
So I hope this is the last week you will get this style email. I am working on a new template so that my weekly communication with you is more professional and more visually stimulating. I hope you can still hear my voice and if you can’t please, let me know. It is very important that I can still connect with you.
In honor of what I hope is my last text-heavy email I want to ask you what’s most important to hear from me? What information and how often? Everyone that offers a suggestion good or bad (I get to be the final judge of that!) gets entered into a drawing to win a bag of yarn from Cascade. You have until next Friday to reply. Then you should receive an email in a new format with your name possibly marked as “winner”! I would really like your feedback so bring it on by just “replying” to this email.
Otherwise we have a lot happening here at Stitch House. You are welcome to join us for one of our regularly scheduled classes or to check out one of two new workshops being introduced in May.
On Sunday, May 5 from 3-5pm Join special guest instructor Jennifer Lassonde to learn how to use eKnit Notes with GoodReader – this two hour class will help you make better use of your iPad for knitting & crochet. Download the GoodReader app from the Apple App Store and Jen will teach you how to use this app to manage and store your patterns, make notes about your progress or modifications, highlight your directions and charts and so much more. If you’re tired of carrying around projects notes in your various project bags, get rid of those scraps of paper and keep it all in your iPad! You will need to Download the GoodReader App for your iPad prior to the class and have a basic knowledge of iPad functionality.
Jennifer Lassonde is a knitter from the South Shore who hosts the Down Cellar Studio Audio Podcast where she talks about knitting, sewing, travel, photography and other crafty adventures. During the day, Jen is a project manager at a Boston hospital, working on technology related projects with people from diverse backgrounds and varied ability levels. Download an episode of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast from iTunes or through your podcast catcher to get a feel for her style!
This workshop costs $20 requires registration. Please call or email us to reserve your seat today and to receive additional notes to prepare for your afternoon with Jen.
On Sunday, May 19 from 3-5pm Join special guest instructor Carol Hatch for her “Knitting Lace Without Fear” workshop. Start a Lace Scarf using either sock weight yarn or mohair lace weight for a more courageous experience. Carol will teach you the basic lace techniques, how to use helpful knitting aids, how to recognize and fix mistakes without extensive ripping out, and tips on blocking (blocking won’t occur during this workshop).
This workshop costs $20 requires registration. Please call or email us to reserve your seat today and to receive a materials listing to prepare for your afternoon with Carol.
Carol Hatch if an almost lifelong knitter (she started at age 10!). Taught by her mother to knit Carol started a very ugly sweater and never finished. By the time she was 16, Carol got back into it when she volunteered to knit a prop for a play and never looked back.  Carol loves a knitting challenge, and recently designed and knitted a wedding canopy for her son’s wedding. When not knitting, Carol was a Pediatric Neurologist and now retired.
What else you ask? Well there are lots of classes to pick from. Check out one of these:
Get To Know Your SEWING MACHINE PLUS!— GTK PLUS is a 2 hour workshop to familiarize yourself with either your personal sewing machine, or ours. We’ll introduce you to the machine, including turning it on, threading it, learning the basic stitches and functions, and caring for it. We also will show you how to select appropriate new-sewer patterns, read them and measure yourself for a good fit. You will leave this session feeling good about your beginner skills, a handy packet of information to use at home and a starter project for your first sewing class with us. Even if you aren’t taking a sewing class with us, this is a great opportunity to learn a few basics. If you are bringing your own sewing machine- bring all the pieces and the manual (if you can find it!). If you don’t own a machine, come get to know our machines. This workshop also includes taking your measurements, picking appropriate patterns and how to select fabrics and notions. Class cost: $20. Pick one of the following sessions:
Saturday April 27, 10am-12noon
Tuesday April 30, 10am-12noon
Saturday May 4, 10am – 12 noon
Wednesday May 15 from 6-8pm
 
Pre-Teen Sewing for Kids Ages 10-12 A special class for pre-teens, this class will focus on making a few small projects to help familiarize the students with cutting patterns and using the sewing machine.  This class will focus on making an Amy Butler bag with your choice of our colorful designer fabrics.  After this class they’ll have the skills to make great gifts for all their friends. Participants will learn how to understand and follow pattern instructions, cut out patterns, and use basic machine stitches and hand sewing techniques. The first class will introduce the participants to the shop machines. Mondays May 6, 13, 20, 4-5:30pm.  $75 includes materials.
 
Introduction to Sewing – Saturday Intensive for Beginners and New Sewers – (GTKPlus Prerequisite) So you want to learn to sew or continue developing your skills? Pick your own project and get started. You will learn how to read and follow pattern instructions, cut out patterns and make minor pattern alterations for a better fit. We start sewing the first week so come with a pattern and fabric ready to go. This class runs 2 Saturdays for $75 (does not include materials) Light lunch provided. Students bring pattern, fabric, thread (call or email for more info)  **May 11 & 18, 10am-2pm**
Oh! And tomorrow night, join us for Friday Night Knitting anytime after 6pm. If you are tempted, but nervous to join us, just come! This is a great group of people that are very welcoming to new people. Everyone around the table was once new to the group… So get off the couch and come hang with us!
In addition to these classes we have a number of other things happening at Stitch House. Our Clearance area is overflowing with new additions and more yarn arrives on our shelves almost daily -we just received a mountain’s worth of Malabrigo Rios! Come in and check it out!
Thank you,
Annissa
Men’s Knit Night – May 4, 2013 5-7pm.
Stitch House
846 Dorchester Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02125
617-265-8013

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Deep Sadness in Dorchester and Boston

17 Apr
As you know I am very proud to be from Dorchester, for Doug and I to raise our boys here, and to have thriving business in the place I grew up. I have always tried to emphasize how special this place is and what a wonderful community I am from. I have always been pained by those who criticize Dorchester and have fear to visit us because we are “in the City” and have so many “urban problems”. With the sad news of the last few days all the world is now witnessing how truly great Dorchester is and how special the people here are. It is also with profound sadness Doug and I try to figure out how to share this terrible news with the boys.
This is April school vacation week and we planned a road trip to Myrtle Beach with our family. All the cousins and friends have been enjoying the sun and beach and pool this week. While the adults have been monitoring the news and the getting frequent updates from the internet and Facebook. When we realized late Monday evening the child who was killed was an 8 year old from Dorchester (same age as Douglas) and then his sister was so terribly hurt (same age as the triplets) and then the poor mother in surgery for her injuries suffered, we knew we must know this family. This beautiful family enjoying a day in Boston. Our hearts break for them and those closest to them and we struggle with how we will tell Douglas his teammate is in Heaven and how the triplets will understand the difficult road ahead for this beautiful little girl who plays gym hockey with them Saturday afternoons. Doug and I  feel sick to the core for the pain and suffering their dad and older brother are experiencing. Then there is the fear for how close to home this hit. Because it has hit our neighborhood home. And then we realize that this attack can happen anywhere at any event, and it could be the next event we’re at… and you say “no!” fear will not rule me.
I am so torn-up by all this. I am sad, angry, scared. As I struggle with what to do next, I hold the boys a little bit tighter. I love my friends a little bit more. I think of all I take for granted. I pray more honestly. I hope you will pray with me for all those affected by the events of the last few days. Pray for those I know, pray for those you know, pray for those none of us know. Hold tighter what’s most important and live each day you have to the fullest.
With all my love and best wishes for each of you,
Annissa
Below is a message from our City Councilor, Frank Baker
Dear Friends,
Words cannot express the sadness we feel over the loss of such innocence. We will pray for all the families impacted by this senseless tragedy. We will come together as a Community, a City, a State and a Nation to get through this unspeakable act.
Meetinghouse Bank has set up an account for the Richard Family. Meetinghouse Bank, along with Vargas & Vargas Insurance, will be accepting donations. Anyone looking to make a donation can go directly to Meetinghouse Bank or Vargas & Vargas Insurance in Lower Mills. Checks can be made out to the “Richard Family Fund”. For convenience, we have set up additional locations in Dorchester that will have a donation “drop box” for the Richard Family Fund. The following locations have been confirmed:
Blasi’s Cafe – 762 Adams Street
Peabody Square Firehouse- 1884 Dorchester Avenue
Viet AID – 42 Charles Street
Beauty Bar – 393 Neponset Avenue
McKenna’s Cafe – 109 Savin Hill Avenue
Savin Scoops – 112 Savin Hill Avenue
224 Boston Street Restaurant – 224 Boston Street
Sugar Bowl Cafe – 857 Dorchster Avenue
Eas Care Ambulance at 500 Neponset Ave.
The Mud House on 389 Neponset Avenue
Please contact Meetinghouse Bank for more information at 617-298-2250 and ask for customer service. Cash, checks and money orders can be donated. Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions or concerns.
Best,
Amy M. Frigulietti
Chief of Staff
Office of Boston City Councilor Frank Baker, District 3
Boston City Hall, One City Square
Boston, Massachusetts 02201

April Snow Showers? New Project of the Month, Spring on the way….let’s play baseball!

4 Apr Kidsilk Haze Yarn
Yes, the other morning as I walked through the parking lot at the high school there were snowflakes! It is true. Snowflakes! I think the only way to get out of this weather slump is to play some baseball! It is that time of year again to play my favorite sport. And the boys are ready and practicing and looking forward to the start of another season of this fantastic sport. As you might remember I collected cases of water for the Savin Hill Little League and I am doing it again. This is how it works: bring in a case of bottled water between now and April 30 and receive 10% off your purchase. You will also be entered to win a gift bag form Cascade Yarns. I then donate the water to the League to have for the kids on game days, and eventually it will be warm and the kids will need them! Thank you for all that donated last year and in advance for those that will bring some in this time around.
 
Now that we are in April, I can announce the newest project of the month! Join me and making this lovely mohair wrap. I’ve made it with colorblocking last last year using three colors of Giselle, but the simple painted Kidsilk Haze Stripe and a 24″ circular needle are all you need! Let’s call this the April Chill Chaser and make it a project! Join me and make this very simple (what I call Red Light Knitting) knit-a-long. This yarn is $30 and the needles are $16 for Addi Turbos, or $8.50 for Clover Takumi Wood. For this special project I am happy to ship for free and ship tonight! Just call and reserve you project. We’ll either hold it in shop for you or mail it Priority Shipping for free!
 
What else you ask? Well there are lots of classes to pick from. Check out one of these:
 
Sewing Help & Project Wrap-Up – (for former and current Intro to Sew students) Did you plan to get further along in your project and not quite get there? Or, are you looking for some extra time on a special project? Register for this one-day workshop designed for you and your projects in mind. Saturday April 6, 12 noon – 3pm. $15 a session, pre-registration required.
Sunday Crochet Workshop—Now that there is a growing group of you ready for the next step in crochet, Jeanne invites you to join her Crochet Workshops the first two Sundays in April. On Sundays, April 6 and April 13 from 3-5pm. she’ll be working with you to make a crocheted pillow cover. This class is not for those wanting to learn to crochet; Jeanne has designed this for those who have completed an Intro to Crochet class and know the basics. Come for one or both weeks: $20 per session.  Running Sunday April 6 & 13, 3-5pm.  
 
Get To Know Your SEWING MACHINE PLUS!— GTK PLUS is a 2 hour workshop to familiarize yourself with either your personal sewing machine, or ours. We’ll introduce you to the machine, including turning it on, threading it, learning the basic stitches and functions, and caring for it. We also will show you how to select appropriate new-sewer patterns, read them and measure yourself for a good fit. You will leave this session feeling good about your beginner skills, a handy packet of information to use at home and a starter project for your first sewing class with us. Even if you aren’t taking a sewing class with us, this is a great opportunity to learn a few basics. If you are bringing your own sewing machine- bring all the pieces and the manual (if you can find it!). If you don’t own a machine, come get to know our machines. This workshop also includes taking your measurements, picking appropriate patterns and how to select fabrics and notions. Class cost: $20. Pick one of the following sessions offered: Saturday April 6 FULL  OR May 4, 10am – 12 noon OR Wednesdays April 10 FULL or May 15 from 6-8pm OR Tuesday April 30, 10am-12noon.
 
Pre-Teen Sewing for Kids Ages 10-12 A special class for pre-teens, this class will focus on making a few small projects to help familiarize the students with cutting patterns and using the sewing machine.  This class will focus on making an Amy Butler bag with your choice of our colorful designer fabrics.  After this class they’ll have the skills to make great gifts for all their friends. Participants will learn how to understand and follow pattern instructions, cut out patterns, and use basic machine stitches and hand sewing techniques. The first class will introduce the participants to the shop machines. Mondays May 6, 13, 20, 4-5:30pm.  $75 includes materials.
 
Introduction to Sewing – Saturday Intensive for Beginners and New Sewers – (GTKPlus Prerequisite) So you want to learn to sew or continue developing your skills? Pick your own project and get started. You will learn how to read and follow pattern instructions, cut out patterns and make minor pattern alterations for a better fit. We start sewing the first week so come with a pattern and fabric ready to go. This class runs 2 Saturdays for $75 (does not include materials) Light lunch provided. Students bring pattern, fabric, thread (call or email for more info) **April 13 & 20, 10am-2pm** OR **May 11 & 18, 10am-2pm**
 
 
And don’t forget to use your Red Line Yarn Crawl Passport for a purchase discount and to enter another drawing! And coming up in May, save the date for an IPad Google Reader workshop on Sunday, May 5 at 3pm and an Intro to Lace Scarf Workshop on Sunday, May 19 also at 3pm. We’ll have descriptions ready for you next week. Space will be limited so save the date and time now so you are ready to reserve your seat at the table.
 
Oh! And tomorrow night, join us for Friday Night Knitting anytime after 6pm. If you are tempted, but nervous to join us, just come! This is a great group of people that are very welcoming to new people. Everyone around the table was once new to the group… So get off the couch and come hang with us!
 
In in unrelated news, Abbie Wannamaker, author of Jack and Olive, met her goal through Kickstarter and her book will be published! It is very exciting to say Stitch House played a small role is helping her bring her dream to life. It is very cool to be a part of her success. Thank you to any of you who also helped deliver Jack and Olive to the rest of the world. Remember, you can say “I knew her when”…
 
Thanks!
 
Annissa

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Happy Easter, Spring Savings and Red Line Crawl Prizes!

28 Mar
Thank you to everyone that joined us Saturday for the Red Line Yarn Crawl. We had a great day and gave a way so many prizes…. and we still have more to go! Congrats to Rosemary C. and Gwen K. for winning the Classic Elite Yarns prizes (enough yarn to make a project from the Scarves and Shawls book) and a bigger congrats to Susan V. who won one of the day’s end grand prize – a full set of circular needles by Clover and Katherine M. who won the other – a great pattern from Blue Sky Alpacas and the yarn to make the project! When you have a chance… come in and pick them up! And then all of you who  return to Stitch House in the next few weeks can return your “passport” for another prize and a discount off your next purchase. The Crawl might be just one day, but the fun and savings continue!
After the Crawl we had some yarns that remained… and we will continue to offer them to you at a deep discount. Check out the re-filled Clearance area and some great yarns at 50% off! There’s some great ribbon yarns, worsted tweeds and sock yarns ready to go home with you. Come in and check them out!
We will be closed this Sunday for Easter but between now and then, lots happening here! Join us Friday evening for open knitting and become a Friday Night Knitter. All are welcome to join this group. Quilters also welcome to the back of the shop from 6-8pm…. many of you are almost done! I am excited to see your progress and discuss the next installment of Quilt Club for the Spring. Otherwise, join us for a class or workshop like one of the following:
Crochet 101/102—Learn to crochet or work on expanding your crochet skills in this evening class.  Jeanne can help you learn the basics and get you started on a project that will get you into the crochet groove.  $75 includes 4 weeks of instruction.  Admission is “rolling” meaning you may start your 4 weeks any Wednesday evening, 6-8pm.
Sunday Crochet Workshop—Now that there is a growing group of you ready for the next step in crochet, Jeanne invites you to join her Crochet Workshops the first two Sundays in April. On Sundays, April 6 and April 13 from 3-5pm. she’ll be working with you to make a crocheted pillow cover. This class is not for those wanting to learn to crochet; Jeanne has designed this for those who have completed an Intro to Crochet class and know the basics. Come for one or both weeks: $20 per session.  Running Sunday April 6 & 13, 3-5pm.  
 
Get To Know Your SEWING MACHINE PLUS!— GTK PLUS is a 2 hour workshop to familiarize yourself with either your personal sewing machine, or ours. We’ll introduce you to the machine, including turning it on, threading it, learning the basic stitches and functions, and caring for it. We also will show you how to select appropriate new-sewer patterns, read them and measure yourself for a good fit. You will leave this session feeling good about your beginner skills, a handy packet of information to use at home and a starter project for your first sewing class with us. Even if you aren’t taking a sewing class with us, this is a great opportunity to learn a few basics. If you are bringing your own sewing machine- bring all the pieces and the manual (if you can find it!). If you don’t own a machine, come get to know our machines. This workshop also includes taking your measurements, picking appropriate patterns and how to select fabrics and notions. Class cost: $20. Pick one of the following sessions offered: Saturday April 6  OR May 4, 10am – 12 noon OR Wednesdays April 10 or May 15 from 6-8pm OR Tuesday April 30, 10am-12noon.
Pre-Teen Sewing for Kids Ages 10-12 A special class for pre-teens, this class will focus on making a few small projects to help familiarize the students with cutting patterns and using the sewing machine.  This class will focus on making an Amy Butler bag with your choice of our colorful designer fabrics.  After this class they’ll have the skills to make great gifts for all their friends. Participants will learn how to understand and follow pattern instructions, cut out patterns, and use basic machine stitches and hand sewing techniques. The first class will introduce the participants to the shop machines.
Mondays April 22, 29, & May 6th, 4-5:30pm.  $75 includes materials.
Introduction to Sewing – Saturday Intensive for Beginners and New Sewers – (GTKPlus Prerequisite) So you want to learn to sew or continue developing your skills? Pick your own project and get started. You will learn how to read and follow pattern instructions, cut out patterns and make minor pattern alterations for a better fit. We start sewing the first week so come with a pattern and fabric ready to go. This class runs 2 Saturdays for $75 (does not include materials) Light lunch provided. Students bring pattern, fabric, thread (call or email for more info) **April 13 & 20, 10am-2pm** OR **May 11 & 18, 10am-2pm**
 
Sewing Help & Project Wrap-Up – (for former and current Intro to Sew students) Did you plan to get further along in your project and not quite get there? Or, are you looking for some extra time on a special project? Register for this one-day workshop designed for you and your projects in mind. Saturday April 6, 12 noon – 3pm. $15 a session, pre-registration required.
Have an awesome weekend!
Annissa

 

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