Basic Sewing - Phase 1 Certification is a sewing skills training class.
This course covers the very beginnings of learning to sew with a Domestic machine.
Each session you will build onto your skills and knowledge of the core elements of sewing.
In this session - you will use your beginner sewing skills to make
Make a tool organizer for your sewing tools
Use our machines or bring your own.
All Materials Provided
2 * 2 hr. sessions
This is a closed class for the Don Bosco/Lincworks group. This group is learning sewing for job skills -from Sewing Machine Operation to Basic Sewing Skills - the students will work thru skills and projects building on their skills and techniques that they will learn. Site visits to local employer who use sewing in their business is included. Students will be tested on the skills that they learn and can earn a certificate. Tool Kit is required for class.
Open Sew & Quick Sew Projects. OPEN SEW is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. Machines are available first come, first serve. or bring your own. We have Brother & Baby Lock Sewing Machines, Sergers, Olfa cutting mats, rulers, etc.
A large selection of tools and more. Coming soon Industrial straight needles & cover-stitch. QUICK SEW PROJECTS -These projects are Ready-to-go complete with instructions and supplies. Most require sewing - because that is what we do! The selection of projects change monthly. A fun time to enjoy with friends while creating. Many are beginner or kid friendly = a great way to share the Legacy of Sewing.
Intro to Garments - Learn to sew with commercial patterns.
Class covers;
* pattern & fabric selection
* proper garment sizing
* pattern layout and instructions tips
* cutting marking and more.
You will select and bring a simple pattern to sew. Wait to purchase pattern until after first class.
Then fabric selection can be from our stash or bring your own.
Then construct your garment with step by step observation. This class contains students at different levels of sewing skills. This allows you to see many different types of garment construction - learning from each others challenges.
Course consists of 6 - 2 hr session
Using the skills from the Phase 2 garments classes - make a simple but stylish cross body bag featuring a zippered pocket, sockets & ring hardware. Made from denim with your choice of an accent fabric.
This bag tests your skills of
* seam finishes
* seam accuracy
* zipper application
* top stitching
* hardware application
After completing this stylish bag us it to carry you essentials when shopping - finished size approximately 8 x 10
All materials provided
Learn the skills to operate the industrial/commerical straight needle. Skills building for accuracy & speed using working examples & real work-room site tours included. Our Master Instructor; Nancy Peterson has a lifetime of skills & knowledge to share with you to assure you have real-life experiences in the industrial sewing world. This course is for the person interested in securing employment in sewing. The course consists of class lectures & labs. The course runs for 8 weeks. Course fee $500 for 2 months - monthly payments available. Limited scholarships available - contact us for registration.
This is a closed class for the Don Bosco/Lincworks group. This group is learning sewing for job skills -from Sewing Machine Operation to Basic Sewing Skills - the students will work thru skills and projects building on their skills and techniques that they will learn. Site visits to local employer who use sewing in their business is included. Students will be tested on the skills that they learn and can earn a certificate. Tool Kit is required for class.
Learn how to use a serger. Bring your own serger to add to your skills or use ours.
Serger Basics - 2 sessions
* 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.
This is a closed class for the Don Bosco/Lincworks group. This group is learning sewing for job skills -from Sewing Machine Operation to Basic Sewing Skills - the students will work thru skills and projects building on their skills and techniques that they will learn. Site visits to local employer who use sewing in their business is included. Students will be tested on the skills that they learn and can earn a certificate. Tool Kit is required for class.
Open Sew & Quick Sew Projects. OPEN SEW is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. Machines are available first come, first serve. or bring your own. We have Brother & Baby Lock Sewing Machines, Sergers, Olfa cutting mats, rulers, etc.
A large selection of tools and more. Coming soon Industrial straight needles & cover-stitch. QUICK SEW PROJECTS -These projects are Ready-to-go complete with instructions and supplies. Most require sewing - because that is what we do! The selection of projects change monthly. A fun time to enjoy with friends while creating. Many are beginner or kid friendly = a great way to share the Legacy of Sewing.
Adding hand embroidery stitches allows you to add your own personality to any project. Learn basic hand embroidery stitches while creating a fun sampler.
* You will learn the Top 10 stitches including; Running stitch, cross stitch, the french knot.
* You will learn some tricks to make pattern transfer easy & learn how to use pre-printed designs
* All materials provided
Brenda Daily, your instructor has been stitching for years. She will share many samples of different projects that can be enhanced with embroidery.
The class is held weekly - come for 1 week or come weekly to build your stitch library and skills.
Sessions are 1 hours $15
Quilting by the Week features different techniques and projects each month.
This will allow you to build your skills as well as experience many techniques to find what type of quilting you like best.
in May - continue learn the art of making Chevrons, Herringbone, and feathers, each made using half square triangles, flying geese or paper piece methods of construction Each pattern can be used for a table runner or wall hanging or the herringbone is mini size just right for a pin cushion. This is a fun and fast pattern that you can add to your quilt reference library. 4 - 2 hour sessions.
Basic Sewing - Phase 1 Certification is a sewing skills training class.
This course covers the very beginnings of learning to sew with a Domestic machine.
Each session you will build onto your skills and knowledge of the core elements of sewing.
These 2 sessions will allow you to
Make a tool organizer for your sewing tools
Use our machines or bring your own.
All Materials Provided
2 - 2 hr. sessions
This is a closed class for the Don Bosco/Lincworks group. This group is learning sewing for job skills -from Sewing Machine Operation to Basic Sewing Skills - the students will work thru skills and projects building on their skills and techniques that they will learn. Site visits to local employer who use sewing in their business is included. Students will be tested on the skills that they learn and can earn a certificate. Tool Kit is required for class.
Open Sew & Quick Sew Projects. OPEN SEW is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. Machines are available first come, first serve. or bring your own. We have Brother & Baby Lock Sewing Machines, Sergers, Olfa cutting mats, rulers, etc.
A large selection of tools and more. Coming soon Industrial straight needles & cover-stitch. QUICK SEW PROJECTS -These projects are Ready-to-go complete with instructions and supplies. Most require sewing - because that is what we do! The selection of projects change monthly. A fun time to enjoy with friends while creating. Many are beginner or kid friendly = a great way to share the Legacy of Sewing.
Intro to Garments - Learn to sew with commercial patterns.
Class covers;
* pattern & fabric selection
* proper garment sizing
* pattern layout and instructions tips
* cutting marking and more.
You will select and bring a simple pattern to sew. Wait to purchase pattern until after first class.
Then fabric selection can be from our stash or bring your own.
Then construct your garment with step by step observation. This class contains students at different levels of sewing skills. This allows you to see many different types of garment construction - learning from each others challenges.
Course consists of 6 - 2 hr session
Using the skills from the Phase 2 garments classes - make a simple but stylish cross body bag featuring a zippered pocket, sockets & ring hardware. Made from denim with your choice of an accent fabric.
This bag tests your skills of
* seam finishes
* seam accuracy
* zipper application
* top stitching
* hardware application
After completing this stylish bag us it to carry you essentials when shopping - finished size approximately 8 x 10
All materials provided
This is a closed class for the Don Bosco/Lincworks group. This group is learning sewing for job skills -from Sewing Machine Operation to Basic Sewing Skills - the students will work thru skills and projects building on their skills and techniques that they will learn. Site visits to local employer who use sewing in their business is included. Students will be tested on the skills that they learn and can earn a certificate. Tool Kit is required for class.
Open Sew & Quick Sew Projects. OPEN SEW is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. Machines are available first come, first serve. or bring your own. We have Brother & Baby Lock Sewing Machines, Sergers, Olfa cutting mats, rulers, etc.
A large selection of tools and more. Coming soon Industrial straight needles & cover-stitch. QUICK SEW PROJECTS -These projects are Ready-to-go complete with instructions and supplies. Most require sewing - because that is what we do! The selection of projects change monthly. A fun time to enjoy with friends while creating. Many are beginner or kid friendly = a great way to share the Legacy of Sewing.
Adding hand embroidery stitches allows you to add your own personality to any project. Learn basic hand embroidery stitches while creating a fun sampler.
* You will learn the Top 10 stitches including; Running stitch, cross stitch, the french knot.
* You will learn some tricks to make pattern transfer easy & learn how to use pre-printed designs
* All materials provided
Brenda Daily, your instructor has been stitching for years. She will share many samples of different projects that can be enhanced with embroidery.
The class is held weekly - come for 1 week or come weekly to build your stitch library and skills.
Sessions are 1 hours $15
Quilting by the Week features different techniques and projects each month.
This will allow you to build your skills as well as experience many techniques to find what type of quilting you like best.
in May - continue learn the art of making Chevrons, Herringbone, and feathers, each made using half square triangles, flying geese or paper piece methods of construction Each pattern can be used for a table runner or wall hanging or the herringbone is mini size just right for a pin cushion. This is a fun and fast pattern that you can add to your quilt reference library. 4 - 2 hour sessions.
Don't let Zippers stop you from making fun garments! This 2 session class is part of our Phase 2 Garments course. But, you can take it just by itself.
The Zipper course will teach you 4 different zippers;
* centered
* lapped
* invisible
* and separating.
All materials are provided. You will make samples of each zipper to use for your future reference.
Open Sew & Quick Sew Projects. OPEN SEW is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. Machines are available first come, first serve. or bring your own. We have Brother & Baby Lock Sewing Machines, Sergers, Olfa cutting mats, rulers, etc.
A large selection of tools and more. Coming soon Industrial straight needles & cover-stitch. QUICK SEW PROJECTS -These projects are Ready-to-go complete with instructions and supplies. Most require sewing - because that is what we do! The selection of projects change monthly. A fun time to enjoy with friends while creating. Many are beginner or kid friendly = a great way to share the Legacy of Sewing.
Intro to Garments - Learn to sew with commercial patterns.
Class covers;
* pattern & fabric selection
* proper garment sizing
* pattern layout and instructions tips
* cutting marking and more.
You will select and bring a simple pattern to sew. Wait to purchase pattern until after first class.
Then fabric selection can be from our stash or bring your own.
Then construct your garment with step by step observation. This class contains students at different levels of sewing skills. This allows you to see many different types of garment construction - learning from each others challenges.
Course consists of 6 - 2 hr session
Open Sew & Quick Sew Projects. OPEN SEW is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. Machines are available first come, first serve. or bring your own. We have Brother & Baby Lock Sewing Machines, Sergers, Olfa cutting mats, rulers, etc.
A large selection of tools and more. Coming soon Industrial straight needles & cover-stitch. QUICK SEW PROJECTS -These projects are Ready-to-go complete with instructions and supplies. Most require sewing - because that is what we do! The selection of projects change monthly. A fun time to enjoy with friends while creating. Many are beginner or kid friendly = a great way to share the Legacy of Sewing.
Adding hand embroidery stitches allows you to add your own personality to any project. Learn basic hand embroidery stitches while creating a fun sampler.
* You will learn the Top 10 stitches including; Running stitch, cross stitch, the french knot.
* You will learn some tricks to make pattern transfer easy & learn how to use pre-printed designs
* All materials provided
Brenda Daily, your instructor has been stitching for years. She will share many samples of different projects that can be enhanced with embroidery.
The class is held weekly - come for 1 week or come weekly to build your stitch library and skills.
Sessions are 1 hours $15
Quilting by the Week features different techniques and projects each month.
This will allow you to build your skills as well as experience many techniques to find what type of quilting you like best.
in May - continue learn the art of making Chevrons, Herringbone, and feathers, each made using half square triangles, flying geese or paper piece methods of construction Each pattern can be used for a table runner or wall hanging or the herringbone is mini size just right for a pin cushion. This is a fun and fast pattern that you can add to your quilt reference library. 4 - 2 hour sessions.
Don't let Zippers stop you from making fun garments! This 2 session class is part of our Phase 2 Garments course. But, you can take it just by itself.
The Zipper course will teach you 4 different zippers;
* centered
* lapped
* invisible
* and separating.
All materials are provided. You will make samples of each zipper to use for your future reference.
Open Sew & Quick Sew Projects. OPEN SEW is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. Machines are available first come, first serve. or bring your own. We have Brother & Baby Lock Sewing Machines, Sergers, Olfa cutting mats, rulers, etc.
A large selection of tools and more. Coming soon Industrial straight needles & cover-stitch. QUICK SEW PROJECTS -These projects are Ready-to-go complete with instructions and supplies. Most require sewing - because that is what we do! The selection of projects change monthly. A fun time to enjoy with friends while creating. Many are beginner or kid friendly = a great way to share the Legacy of Sewing.
Intro to Garments - Learn to sew with commercial patterns.
Class covers;
* pattern & fabric selection
* proper garment sizing
* pattern layout and instructions tips
* cutting marking and more.
You will select and bring a simple pattern to sew. Wait to purchase pattern until after first class.
Then fabric selection can be from our stash or bring your own.
Then construct your garment with step by step observation. This class contains students at different levels of sewing skills. This allows you to see many different types of garment construction - learning from each others challenges.
Course consists of 6 - 2 hr session
Join us for a community event - this month we will be making small quilts to donate to the Welcome Blanket. These are 40 x 40 " blankets for refugees or immigrants as a special welcoming gift and to ease their travels to the United States. You are welcome to bring your own fabrics or help us to use our stash. We have picked a simple pattern using half square triangles. Blankets will be finished this day or assigned to one of you to finish and return to be shipped.
Please consider to join us for this special project.
Just SEWcial projects change each quarter. If you miss this date - there will be more opportunity in the future.
Open Sew & Quick Sew Projects. OPEN SEW is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. Machines are available first come, first serve. or bring your own. We have Brother & Baby Lock Sewing Machines, Sergers, Olfa cutting mats, rulers, etc.
A large selection of tools and more. Coming soon Industrial straight needles & cover-stitch. QUICK SEW PROJECTS -These projects are Ready-to-go complete with instructions and supplies. Most require sewing - because that is what we do! The selection of projects change monthly. A fun time to enjoy with friends while creating. Many are beginner or kid friendly = a great way to share the Legacy of Sewing.
Adding hand embroidery stitches allows you to add your own personality to any project. Learn basic hand embroidery stitches while creating a fun sampler.
* You will learn the Top 10 stitches including; Running stitch, cross stitch, the french knot.
* You will learn some tricks to make pattern transfer easy & learn how to use pre-printed designs
* All materials provided
Brenda Daily, your instructor has been stitching for years. She will share many samples of different projects that can be enhanced with embroidery.
The class is held weekly - come for 1 week or come weekly to build your stitch library and skills.
Sessions are 1 hours $15
Quilting by the Week features different techniques and projects each month.
This will allow you to build your skills as well as experience many techniques to find what type of quilting you like best.
in May - continue learn the art of making Chevrons, Herringbone, and feathers, each made using half square triangles, flying geese or paper piece methods of construction Each pattern can be used for a table runner or wall hanging or the herringbone is mini size just right for a pin cushion. This is a fun and fast pattern that you can add to your quilt reference library. 4 - 2 hour sessions.
We want you to volunteer at The Sewing Labs!
This is a one session orientation training which will give you an overview of the mission of The Sewing Labs and how you can serve as a volunteer.
Orientation will cover;the mission of TSL, the opportunities for volunteers from the classroom to community to boardroom, rules of operation and safety precautions for everyone in the program and more. We want you to do what you heart & hands love.
Even if you are just interested in finding out more before deciding to volunteer this is a great opportunity to explore what The Sewing Labs is all about.
All of our volunteers are expected to go thru an orientation within the first 90 days of service Pre-registration is requested.
Build your sewing skills and reference library while learning several seam types, seam finishes, and hems. Each of these components have a special use or special fabric usage. You will create a sample to keep, that shows each of these components. Refer to your samples to use these learned skill when you do future sewing projects
* Seams - 5 types learned and a bonus of using the serger
* Seam finishes - 5 samples including top-stitched, french seam, flat felled and more
* Hems - machine & hand sewn including using tapes and blind hem
Open Sew & Quick Sew Projects. OPEN SEW is a time to practice your skills or work on your own project. Use our tools and stash. Machines are available first come, first serve. or bring your own. We have Brother & Baby Lock Sewing Machines, Sergers, Olfa cutting mats, rulers, etc.
A large selection of tools and more. Coming soon Industrial straight needles & cover-stitch. QUICK SEW PROJECTS -These projects are Ready-to-go complete with instructions and supplies. Most require sewing - because that is what we do! The selection of projects change monthly. A fun time to enjoy with friends while creating. Many are beginner or kid friendly = a great way to share the Legacy of Sewing.
Intro to Garments - Learn to sew with commercial patterns.
Class covers;
* pattern & fabric selection
* proper garment sizing
* pattern layout and instructions tips
* cutting marking and more.
You will select and bring a simple pattern to sew. Wait to purchase pattern until after first class.
Then fabric selection can be from our stash or bring your own.
Then construct your garment with step by step observation. This class contains students at different levels of sewing skills. This allows you to see many different types of garment construction - learning from each others challenges.
Course consists of 6 - 2 hr session
