Classes

Learn to use your machine and accessories. Sessions include hands-on instructions, supplies needed for class and workbook pages for each technique. Serger and embroidery lessions are scheduled individually.

These quick and easy accessories are just the thing to keep you warm this winter. You may make one, two or all three. You'll want several sets to match all your winter wear. Make some for gifts too! You'll need Kwik Sew pattern 3627.

Who could resist this comfortable stylish jacket? Whether you choose the oversized collar and longer length, or pieced with overlapping seams on the outside, both close with button, hook or zipper to the side. Part of the joy of making this jacket is the easy construction. Donna's sample is beautiful in red wool, but fleece, denim, and fashion fabrics also work up nicely in this jacket.

This is the perfect class to make a one-of-a-kind case for that IPad or E-reader that you got or gave for Christmas. The patterns have enough padding to keep your tech pieces secure and safe. Each design has pockets for business cards, notes or anything else you need to carry with you.

We are excited to offer a "try before you buy" chance to use the Accuquilt cutting system.At the kick-off meeting on Jan 21, we will give a short demonstration on the use of the Accuquilt cutter and dies. A different block or section of the quilt will be offered each month. The Birdsong Quilt measures 57" x 72" and uses 22 different dies. You may come in anytime each month to pick up your block and cut your pieces. There will always be a staff member to help if needed.

These bags are quick and easy to make. They're perfect for storing projects, organizing your craft supplies, packing small items for travel, keeping those toy parts together and many many other uses. The pattern includes measurments for 4 bag sizes. You will want to make several of these great bags. We have a large supply of brightly colored mesh to choose from when you make your bags. You may want to add a mesh tote for beach time to your project list.

Fleece fabric is warm and cozy, now there is a fleece yarn that will give the same warmth in knitted items. We will teach you how to make a simple hat using fleece yarn. This yarn is soft and easy to work with. The hat pattern we will use will be provided for you.

Come in and make an embroidered heart on a fabulous BERNINA sewing/embroidery machine. There is no charge for this project, but please call ahead and reserve your 30 minute time slot

Join Linda and make this charming quick and easy table topper. No itsy bitsy pieces for you to stitch together. The scrappy border is super simple to make, so grab a couple of fat quarters, a charm pack or your scrap basket and come to make this project with Linda Jean.

Call ahead and reserve 45 minutes to make a heart Valentine for yourself or your sweetie! You can use a classroom machine or bring your own.

Pam will show fabulous techniques for wool felting and embellishments. The goal is an "artsy" heart ornament or framed design. Kits will be available, but not required

Make a pair of comfy slippers to compliment your pjs. These slippers are made using 2 or 3 fat quarters, batting and interfacing. They are perfect to slip in your suitcase when you travel. With so many styles to choose from, you'll want to make several pair.

Knitting Socks is fun! We will be learning to use "The Magic Loop" technique to make our socks. This method involves just one circular needle 32 to 40 inches long, and can be applied to cuffs, sleeves, neck bands, mittens and more.

Janet's first class was so successful her students asked for more. This class will teach you how to make jewlery by stringing beads on wire, and adding pattern and embellishments. When you leave class you will have a beautiful new piece of jewlery to wear home! This class is open to everyone, you do not need any previous jewlery making or beading experience.

Let Linda Jean show you this "so easy" technique of quilt making. Her sample in the store is a luscious baby quilt made from the "Puttin' on the Ritz" line from Moda. It features satin in 2 colors to coordinate with the cotton jelly rolls, layer cakes and yardage. There is also satin ruffle to match.

Use clothesline to make a basket?? Yes indeed, this is clothesline covered with fabric to make a sturdy yet elegant storage box for your hand sewing needles, scissors, tools etc. You will need the Aunties Sewing Basket pattern.

We have had many requests for Linda Jean to teach another hand quilting class. So celebrate Leap Year with Linda Jean and learn to hand quilt using the TJ Quick Quilter. Sometimes called "spoon quilting", this tool will prevent pricked fingers and help you make even quilting stitches.

Linda Jean loves the McKenna Ryan applique patterns. Her new quilt, Bella Garden features exquisite flora and fauna. The birds, butterflies and flowers come to life using the lovely batik fabric. Choose to do one block as a wall hanging, or the whole quilt. Linda will help you with tips for machine applique.

Want to give your favorite child a smocked outfit but don't want to spend the large amount of money for a store bought item and don't have the time or expertise to hand smock? You'll love this class. We'll show you how to set up your machine for the look of a hand smocked garment. You will need to have your project pleated before the class. We can do that for if you want us to. To get a preview of the technique go to this website: The Quilt Show presented by BERNINA.

Go "Green" and make several of these useful bags. Learn to handle laminated fabric by making these simple bags and you'll be ready to go on to the raincoat class!

UPCYCLE! This is the theme for a fun BERNINA challenge. Watch "The Balancing Act" on Lifetime on Jan. 3 or 24 at 7:00 for ideas. We will help you explore possibilities for taking an old garment and updating it to incorporate current trends or individualize it for style. Bring in your garment to "upcycle" and let's play with ideas.

Pam will put her creative talents to work helping you create a small home blessing wall hanging. You will be able to enhance your project using a variety of fabrics, beads, yarn and other embellishments.

Immortalize your beloved pet in fabric. Bring a color picture of your pet and Linda will help you create a pattern for your project.

Free motion stitching will highlight this unusual fabric bowl. Linda will help you become more comfortable with the decorating technique as you make this great accent piece.

All Beginners including children ages 8 and up, and teens, are welcome. This class is a basic garment class. The pull up lounge pants are always in style and especially comfy when made from flannel.

In this class you will make a pretty and functional machine needle organizer featuring embroidery. The case in the pattern uses hand embroidery, but we will offer an optional machine embroidery session PRIOR to the start of Sue's class,($10) for those of you who would rather not do the embroidery by hand. The directions are in the Australian magazine "Inspirations", issue # 72, available at Sew Biz.

Linda will teach you tricks and give you tips on the best ways to put your quilt together. She is the shop expert on free motion quilting and will use the book "Free Motion Quilting" by Don Linn to help you perfect your technique.

To make this stunning bowl you can use pre-cut 2 1/2 inch strips or cut your own fabric. The fabric strips are wrapped around clothesline to give your bowl the strength to hold its shape. A giant crochet hook is then used to work the fabric tubes into the bowl shape. What a unique centerpiece for your table.

Rainy days will be brighter when you are wearing a raincoat that you have made yourself. Our new laminated fabrics are suprisingly easy to work with. With several designs to choose from, fabric choice will be the hardest part of this class.

Come in anytime during store hours these 3 days to work on your UFOs. The Sew Biz staff will be on hand to answer any questions and help if needed. Call a quilting buddy, grab a project you want to finish and head on to Sew Biz!

The sharp points in this place mat are a snap with this piecing technique. The Cappuccino pattern can be made with fat quarters or yardage, in mocha tones or bright colors to cheeer up your winter days. Learn to use the add-a-quarter ruler to make your work even easier.

If you like dramatic and bold quilts or blocks, this is the class for you. Using Paula's fabrics, Linda will teach you Paula Nadelstern's Kaleidoscope method of making blocks. You can turn your block into a wonderful pillow or add more blocks to make a quilt.

Kids and adults are welcome to come in and make this quick and easy pillowcase. This is an excellent "learn to sew" class for all ages.

This unique bag snaps closed using a metal carpenters tape. The bag we will feature in class is perfect for organizing your sewing or travel items. It will also hold a Kindle. You will need the "Make it Snappy" pattern by Stitchin' Sisters.