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.
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.
Volunteer Work out – Your helping hands is needed to organize and process donations and do some light housekeeping @ The Sewing Labs. These Work Outs are a fun get together to do some needed processing and jobs to keep up and improve our sewing center. Often there will be some needed paperwork as well. Your support is what makes us build our program to greatness. The Sewing Labs will provide light refreshments. Come for an hour or stay for 3 & thank you for your support
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.
Garments & Garments - Learn to sew with commercial patterns. Participants sign up for a 6 week block of classes (if you miss a week you can make them up). Re sign up for as many 6 week blocks as you want as you continue to grow your skills..
Class covers;
* pattern & fabric selection
* proper garment sizing
* pattern layout and instructions tips
* cutting marking and more
You will select and bring a pattern to sew based on your skill set. Wait to purchase pattern until after first class.
Fabric selection can be from our stash or bring your own.
Then construct your garment with step by step mentor ship by instructors.
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.
This course is NOT a job skills certification course but give you complete information to be successful with garment sewing.
Phase 2 is a skills building course. This is also part of the job skill training - testing is required for certification
Simple Garments
Phase 2 – Intro to Garments – This course covers body sizing & silhouette styling, pattern selection, layout, cutting and more. Textile selection. You will make a simple top with darts, gathers or tucks and neckline with facings. (no knit fabrics)
This class is in 6 weeks blocks and you must enroll at the beginning of each block to attend
Clothing Repair Workshop – Bring a garment in need of repair – pants to hem, patches needed, missing button or zipper repair This workshop does not cover alterations. Workshop consist of a demonstration of methods of simple repairs & examples of supplies needed for each. Small supply kit available. Followed by you working on your own garment – you may need to bring your own materials – call for questions of needed.
Come make your costume at The Sewing Labs taught by veteran costumers Alli & Jamie Lindenmann. The class format will consist on a 30 demonstration of the highlighted subject and followed up by the remainder of the class to be used to help you to create and construct the costume of your choice. If you know what you want your costume to be then we are here to help you construct it. If you are still in the discovery phase of what you want to do, we are here to help. You can take 1 session or come for all. There is lots to learn with every class. Fee is by the session or a block of 4.
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 Club
Quilted Cross Body Bag –You will make a mixed media cross body bag. The perfect size for your essentials. Enjoy adding elements to make a one of a kind bag for yourself or give as a gift. Involved machine and hand sewing.
Made incorporating items such as;
*batik fabrics
*trims & ribbons
* embellishments - buttons, charms and more
* quilting
– and then construct a personal cross body bag using this fabric.
All materials included.
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 top 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.
Garments & Garments - Learn to sew with commercial patterns. Participants sign up for a 6 week block of classes (if you miss a week you can make them up). Re sign up for as many 6 week blocks as you want as you continue to grow your skills..
Class covers;
* pattern & fabric selection
* proper garment sizing
* pattern layout and instructions tips
* cutting marking and more
You will select and bring a pattern to sew based on your skill set. Wait to purchase pattern until after first class.
Fabric selection can be from our stash or bring your own.
Then construct your garment with step by step mentor ship by instructors.
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.
This course is NOT a job skills certification course but give you complete information to be successful with garment sewing.
Phase 2 is a skills building course. This is also part of the job skill training - testing is required for certification
Skirts & Pants
Learn to make a skirt or pants – you will learn the methods to put in zippers, add waistband with interfacing and finish with hook or button.
Course is in 4-weeks with homework. This class is in 4 weeks blocks and you must enroll at the beginning to attend.
Sewing Machine Operator Basics
Did you just buy a new sewing machine? Learn to use your new machine or refresh your skills on your existing one.
Bring your machine and all its accessories & tools & instruction manual.
This class covers threading your machine, winding bobbins. How to select stitches and how to adjust your stitch width & length to customize your sewing. Also, you will learn how to adjust the tension for different sewing and how to select the proper needles and threads for successful sewing. You will learn how to troubleshoot when you run into a problem and the proper care of maintenance of your sewing machine. This is a 1 session course and is a pre-requisite for the Phase 1 job skill course.
Workbook included.
FREE with any other class enrollment
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 Club
Quilted Cross Body Bag –You will make a mixed media cross body bag. The perfect size for your essentials. Enjoy adding elements to make a one of a kind bag for yourself or give as a gift. Involved machine and hand sewing.
Made incorporating items such as;
*batik fabrics
*trims & ribbons
* embellishments - buttons, charms and more
* quilting
– and then construct a personal cross body bag using this fabric.
All materials included.
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 top 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
Simple Sewing -
Do you want to sew but, need a basic beginning - this is the class for you.
Do you want to get involved in our Open Sew program but have NO sewing experience - this is the class for you.
Do you have a child or teen that wants to learn how to sew but not sure of their commitment - this is the class for you.
Learn about; seams & seam finishes, sewing tools, measuring & simple construction while making – a book bag, pillowcase &/or zippered pouch.
All materials provided.
Kid Friendly- ages 6 and beyond ( ages 6-8 yrs will require an adult partner)
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.
Garments & Garments - Learn to sew with commercial patterns. Participants sign up for a 6 week block of classes (if you miss a week you can make them up). Re sign up for as many 6 week blocks as you want as you continue to grow your skills..
Class covers;
* pattern & fabric selection
* proper garment sizing
* pattern layout and instructions tips
* cutting marking and more
You will select and bring a pattern to sew based on your skill set. Wait to purchase pattern until after first class.
Fabric selection can be from our stash or bring your own.
Then construct your garment with step by step mentor ship by instructors.
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.
This course is NOT a job skills certification course but give you complete information to be successful with garment sewing.
Phase 2 is a skills building course. This is also part of the job skill training - testing is required for certification
Skirts & Pants
Learn to make a skirt or pants – you will learn the methods to put in zippers, add waistband with interfacing and finish with hook or button.
Course is in 4-weeks with homework. This class is in 4 weeks blocks and you must enroll at the beginning to attend.
Phase 1 – Sewing Basics – Tool Time
Tools Time - learn about the essential sewing tools needed to start up sewing.
Tools are categorized into 4 types of work
* Cutting
* Marking
*Measuring
* Construction
you will learn the purpose and benefit of these tools and why you need them in your sewing caddy.
Then you will make a travel sewing caddy to store you tools.
You will make a tool organizer to keep.
All materials provided.
Phase 1 - Sewing Basics is an 8 week course if you are working toward a Job Skill Certification. Testing is required for certification. Tool Time covers 3 weeks of the course and can be taken separately.
Just Sewcial - Community Sewing Projects - We work on different project to be donated to someone or some group in the local community.
Humble Quilts – Do you need a quilt or know someone who does? Come make a “humble” quilt with others.
We use simple designs & the materials we have on hand. We piece & quilt as a group together, like a “sewing bee” of the past.
Everyone works on 1 quilt at a time to honor the cloth & share the kindness of a warm blanket. Some blankets will take more than one day to complete.
This workshop is FREE but must come to work on the quilt to receive one. If you are coming to help - please register. If you are coming to help and want to be a recipient of a quilt - please note that in your registration so that we can put your name on the list.
Come make your costume at The Sewing Labs taught by veteran costumers Alli & Jamie Lindenmann. The class format will consist on a 30 demonstration of the highlighted subject and followed up by the remainder of the class to be used to help you to create and construct the costume of your choice. If you know what you want your costume to be then we are here to help you construct it. If you are still in the discovery phase of what you want to do, we are here to help. You can take 1 session or come for all. There is lots to learn with every class. Fee is by the session or a block of 4.
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
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.
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 top 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.
Garments & Garments - Learn to sew with commercial patterns. Participants sign up for a 6 week block of classes (if you miss a week you can make them up). Re sign up for as many 6 week blocks as you want as you continue to grow your skills..
Class covers;
* pattern & fabric selection
* proper garment sizing
* pattern layout and instructions tips
* cutting marking and more
You will select and bring a pattern to sew based on your skill set. Wait to purchase pattern until after first class.
Fabric selection can be from our stash or bring your own.
Then construct your garment with step by step mentor ship by instructors.
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.
This course is NOT a job skills certification course but give you complete information to be successful with garment sewing.
Phase 2 is a skills building course. This is also part of the job skill training - testing is required for certification
Skirts & Pants
Learn to make a skirt or pants – you will learn the methods to put in zippers, add waistband with interfacing and finish with hook or button.
Course is in 4-weeks with homework. This class is in 4 weeks blocks and you must enroll at the beginning to attend.
Industrial Sewing – Speed Sewing
Come to learn some tricks of using an Industrial Straight needle to improve your speed and accuracy. Improving your speed and accuracy will improve your profitability or give your more time to sew! This is a 1 session workshop.
Master Instructor – Nancy Petersen will guide you in hands-on sewing while making samples for your reference.
Phase 1 – Sewing Basics – Tool Time
Tools Time - learn about the essential sewing tools needed to start up sewing.
Tools are categorized into 4 types of work
* Cutting
* Marking
*Measuring
* Construction
you will learn the purpose and benefit of these tools and why you need them in your sewing caddy.
Then you will make a travel sewing caddy to store you tools.
You will make a tool organizer to keep.
All materials provided.
Phase 1 - Sewing Basics is an 8 week course if you are working toward a Job Skill Certification. Testing is required for certification. Tool Time covers 3 weeks of the course and can be taken separately.
Phase 1 – Sewing Basics – Tool Time
Tools Time - learn about the essential sewing tools needed to start up sewing.
Tools are categorized into 4 types of work
* Cutting
* Marking
*Measuring
* Construction
you will learn the purpose and benefit of these tools and why you need them in your sewing caddy.
Then you will make a travel sewing caddy to store you tools.
You will make a tool organizer to keep.
All materials provided.
Phase 1 - Sewing Basics is an 8 week course if you are working toward a Job Skill Certification. Testing is required for certification. Tool Time covers 3 weeks of the course and can be taken separately.
