June 2017

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Thursday, June 1, 2017
10:00 am12:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

This class will introduce you to the Fun of Sewing. Learn to read a pattern, choose fabrics & notions for success. Start your sewing by constructing a simple garment. The instructor will help you to select your fabrics & notions & pattern during the first class. The Sewing Labs supplies all the fabrics & notions needed for your project from our "in-kind" inventory. But, you are welcome to bring in your own fabrics, notions & sewing machines. LImited sewing machines are available. Class consists of 3 weeks of 2 hr sessions. Class Fee = $60

Thursday, June 1, 2017
6:00 pm10:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Learn how to use a serger. Bring your own serger to add to your skills or use ours. Serger Basics - 2 sessions 2hr class. This class covers basic serger sewing. Proper Threading and maintenance, thread tension and understanding serger features. Participants of this class will create a workbook with samples of stitches, mastering curves on your serger, creating special hems and more.

Tuesday, June 6, 2017
2:00 pm4:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Quilt Beginnings - learn the elements of a quilt - fabric selection - including "focus fabric" and color theory , cutting & piecing - tools and methods, quilting and finishing- batting & bindings. Learn these while making a simple table runner. This class is 4 - 2hr sessions with some homework (you can use our machines during open sew) This is a great class for beginner and anyone wanting to refresh their skills. Fee $80 - materials included.

Thursday, June 8, 2017
10:00 am12:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

This class will introduce you to the Fun of Sewing. Learn to read a pattern, choose fabrics & notions for success. Start your sewing by constructing a simple garment. The instructor will help you to select your fabrics & notions & pattern during the first class. The Sewing Labs supplies all the fabrics & notions needed for your project from our "in-kind" inventory. But, you are welcome to bring in your own fabrics, notions & sewing machines. LImited sewing machines are available. Class consists of 3 weeks of 2 hr sessions. Class Fee = $60

Thursday, June 8, 2017
1:00 pm4:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Open sew is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. NEW - we have some simple projects to that you can make too for $10/kit. You will have instructions and limited helpers, but its a great way to practice your skills

Thursday, June 8, 2017
6:00 pm10:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Learn how to use a serger. Bring your own serger to add to your skills or use ours. Serger Basics - 2 sessions 2hr class. This class covers basic serger sewing. Proper Threading and maintenance, thread tension and understanding serger features. Participants of this class will create a workbook with samples of stitches, mastering curves on your serger, creating special hems and more.

Friday, June 9, 2017
11:00 am7:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Just SEWcial is an open format. Come to hang out at The Sewing Labs. Sew or socialize. Bring your friends - the Lab and all its tools and equipment & supplies are available for you. There is no instruction during the social hours. But, it's a great opportunity to make a project, get caught up on a project or to simply gather with others. No registration is required.
Enjoy Coffee and treats for FREE!

Friday, June 9, 2017
1:00 pm3:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Are you a quilter or want to see what this is all about. Our Quilter Gathering is an open format with some "Sew-n-Tell" Bring your latest project to show, bring a friend. We are just hanging out bringing quilting to the urban core. There is FREE resources of quilting magazines to expand your library. We are planning community quilt project that you can help to create. See you there!!

Tuesday, June 13, 2017
2:00 pm4:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Quilt Beginnings - learn the elements of a quilt - fabric selection - including "focus fabric" and color theory , cutting & piecing - tools and methods, quilting and finishing- batting & bindings. Learn these while making a simple table runner. This class is 4 - 2hr sessions with some homework (you can use our machines during open sew) This is a great class for beginner and anyone wanting to refresh their skills. Fee $80 - materials included.

Tuesday, June 13, 2017
5:00 pm7:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Become a partner at The SEwing Labs by joining a committee to develop & support the programs. Whether you are interested in teaching or helping, your involvement is key for the success of the labs

Thursday, June 15, 2017
The Sewing Labs

There will be no classes today - We are attending the Kansas City Quilt Festival - See you next week!

Thursday, June 15, 2017
10:00 am12:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

This class will introduce you to the Fun of Sewing. Learn to read a pattern, choose fabrics & notions for success. Start your sewing by constructing a simple garment. The instructor will help you to select your fabrics & notions & pattern during the first class. The Sewing Labs supplies all the fabrics & notions needed for your project from our "in-kind" inventory. But, you are welcome to bring in your own fabrics, notions & sewing machines. LImited sewing machines are available. Class consists of 3 weeks of 2 hr sessions. Class Fee = $60

Tuesday, June 20, 2017
5:30 pm8:30 pm
The Sewing Labs

Create a one of a kind pillow to display your American Spirit - Just in Time for the 4th of July All Materials Provided for pillow cover - you bring body pillow insert.

Thursday, June 22, 2017
10:00 am2:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Learn how to use a serger. Bring your own serger to add to your skills or use ours. Serger Basics - 4hr class. This class covers basic serger sewing. Proper Threading and maintenance, thread tension and understanding serger features. Participants of this class will create a workbook with samples of stitches, mastering curves on your serger, creating special hems and more.

Thursday, June 22, 2017
1:00 pm4:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Open sew is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. NEW - we have some simple projects to that you can make too for $10/kit. You will have instructions and limited helpers, but its a great way to practice your skills

Saturday, June 24, 2017
9:00 am12:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

POPULAR CLASS!!!Back Do you need a "positive - pick-me-up" or to spread some "good JuJu" - Join us @ The Sewing Labs to create your own personal Prayer Flags. This is a fun mixed media class. This is a great class for your prayer group, or women friends to do together. Class session Saturday June 24th 9 am - 12pm. Or call to schedule a private group time Class Fee - $15/ea. ** Special Addition - personal prayer flags will be demonstrated

Sunday, June 25, 2017
12:00 pm1:00 pm
Unity of Independence Temple

Unity of Independence has partnered with The Sewing Labs to help us to build the kits for our classes. Monthly, the group gathers together to build the kits needed for the Sewing Labs. We enjoy fellowship while supporting each other. You are welcome to join us to build the kits after the morning services. Advance registration is suggested

Tuesday, June 27, 2017
1:00 pm4:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Create a one of a kind pillow to display your American Spirit - Just in Time for the 4th of July All Materials Provided for pillow cover - you bring body pillow insert.

Tuesday, June 27, 2017
4:30 pm5:30 pm
The Sewing Labs

We would LOVE to have your join our quilting committee to help develop and run.

Tuesday, June 27, 2017
6:00 pm8:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Join us for a FUN & QUICK quilting project - quilted mini bags - great to use for small storage - you will piece & quilt the fabrics together and then put together with a zipper closure. Make one in class and then make many - great for gift giving and a great way to use up your fabric scraps. All materials are provided from our in-kind inventory. or bring your own fabrics - 2 fat quarters. 2 wk - 2 hr session Class Fee = $15

Thursday, June 29, 2017
10:00 am12:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Learn how to use a serger. Bring your own serger to add to your skills or use ours. Serger Basics - 2 sessions 2hr class. This class covers basic serger sewing. Proper Threading and maintenance, thread tension and understanding serger features. Participants of this class will create a workbook with samples of stitches, mastering curves on your serger, creating special hems and more.

Thursday, June 29, 2017
1:00 pm3:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Kids Camp - Open to ages 6-12 and beyond (under 8 welcomes with an adult helper) Kids will learn the fun of creating while making projects inspired by a unicorn, rainbows, and trolls. They will sew, glue, paint and stuff and more to make a different project each week. Sign up for 1 @ $10 or all 4 for $35. Session 6/29 - Emoji, Unicorn or troll pillows, 7/6 - dream catcher circle weaving, 7/13 - rain sticks & sparkle slim & 7/20 - treasure pouches with troll rocks. Volunteers welcomed

Thursday, June 29, 2017
3:30 pm5:30 pm
The Sewing Labs

This class will introduce you to the Fun of Sewing. Learn to read a pattern, choose fabrics & notions for success. Start your sewing by constructing a simple garment. The instructor will help you to select your fabrics & notions & pattern during the first class. The Sewing Labs supplies all the fabrics & notions needed for your project from our "in-kind" inventory. But, you are welcome to bring in your own fabrics, notions & sewing machines. LImited sewing machines are available. Class consists of 4 weeks of 2 hr sessions. Class Fee = $60

Thursday, June 29, 2017
6:00 pm8:00 pm
The Sewing Labs

Open sew is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. NEW - we have some simple projects to that you can make too for $10/kit. You will have instructions and limited helpers, but its a great way to practice your skills