The Sewing Labs teaches sewing for production. Are you interested in learning to sew in order to produce a line of products or you want a job in sewing manufacturing and you need to build your skills. In the Sewing Labs - Sewing Salon program you will learn the art of sewing while working on "live" projects. Start as a beginner sewists or come with the skills you have - we will be your teach/mentor to guide you to successful sewing.
All sewist to be considered will either go thru our training or have to test out for skills. Interview & sewing tests available monthly.
For more information please contact our program manager - Linnca Stevens
The Sewing Labs teaches sewing for production. Are you interested in learning to sew in order to produce a line of products or you want a job in sewing manufacturing and you need to build your skills. In the Sewing Labs - Sewing Salon program you will learn the art of sewing while working on "live" projects. Start as a beginner sewists or come with the skills you have - we will be your teach/mentor to guide you to successful sewing.
All sewist to be considered will either go thru our training or have to test out for skills. Interview & sewing tests available monthly.
For more information please contact our program manager - Linnca Stevens
SUL- Sewing as a Universal Language – this is a multi-lingual class with a partnership of Don Bosco. Registration must be made thru Don Bosco Senior Center.
Students will earn a certificate for completing Phase 1 classes - consisting of 10 weeks of lessons and projects. Testing is required to earn a certification.
Snowman Hand Embroidery
– Enjoy learning the art of hand embroidery with Brenda Daily, while creating a fun wall quilt with a snowman center. This is a beginner level embroidery design and simple quilt block construction.
February designs is a whimsical standing snowman with added quilt blocks around. You can make into a wall or table quilt
Homework required to complete.
All materials provided.
4 – 2 hr. session $80
Start to Quilt – Learn the fundamentals of quilting while creating a table runner.
Course covers; color theory & print selection, basics in cutting with rotary tool system, block construction with proper seam allowance. You will make up to 4 different quilt block patterns while mastering proper construction as well as tips & tricks to sew with confidence.
Some homework required. Kits available or bring your own fabrics. (Kits $ 20.00)
Courses 4 sessions – Tues; 2/11, 2/18, 2/24, 3/3 sessions $ 80
SUL- Sewing as a Universal Language – this is a multi-lingual class with a partnership of Don Bosco. Registration must be made thru Don Bosco Senior Center.
Students will earn a certificate for completing Phase 1 classes - consisting of 10 weeks of lessons and projects. Testing is required to earn a certification.
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.
T - shirt in 10 minutes –
Everyone wears t-shirts, come to learn to make a pattern to fit you and tips and tricks to construct a T-shirt in 10 with Cali Roberta.
You will be using a serger for construction and will draft a pattern to fit your body
Choose from materials available or bring your own. Material list will be sent after registration
3 sessions of 2 hrs. 2/20, 2/27 & 3/5 $60
Phase 1 Sewing Basics - Test Bag
This bag is designed to test the students skills in - reading and comprehension, layout & cutting, measuring & marking, sewing for accuracy , seam performance and zipper installation
This is a part of the Certification course of fundamental skills.
All materials will be provided. You can use our machines and tools or bring your own.
Phase 2 part 2 is a continuation of our Certification and Fundamentals course. This course covers the elements of garments such as textiles, darts & gathers, collars & cuffs, lining & interfacing, Waistbands, sleeves and more. Each week you will master different garment components making simple samples for your reference library.
Home work is required.
The Sewing Labs teaches sewing for production. Are you interested in learning to sew in order to produce a line of products or you want a job in sewing manufacturing and you need to build your skills. In the Sewing Labs - Sewing Salon program you will learn the art of sewing while working on "live" projects. Start as a beginner sewists or come with the skills you have - we will be your teach/mentor to guide you to successful sewing.
All sewist to be considered will either go thru our training or have to test out for skills. Interview & sewing tests available monthly.
For more information please contact our program manager - Linnca Stevens
The Sewing Labs teaches sewing for production. Are you interested in learning to sew in order to produce a line of products or you want a job in sewing manufacturing and you need to build your skills. In the Sewing Labs - Sewing Salon program you will learn the art of sewing while working on "live" projects. Start as a beginner sewists or come with the skills you have - we will be your teach/mentor to guide you to successful sewing.
All sewist to be considered will either go thru our training or have to test out for skills. Interview & sewing tests available monthly.
For more information please contact our program manager - Linnca Stevens
SUL- Sewing as a Universal Language – this is a multi-lingual class with a partnership of Don Bosco. Registration must be made thru Don Bosco Senior Center.
Students will earn a certificate for completing Phase 1 classes - consisting of 10 weeks of lessons and projects. Testing is required to earn a certification.
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
Learn the history and process of Japanese Boro Stitching while creating re- purposed cloth and then constructing a cross-body bag.
Boro means, literally, "tatters". These were made by re-purposing carefully saved garment pieces and other hand-spun and indigo-dyed fabrics --- Makers used careful patching and sometimes intricate stitching to craft these textiles, mending the same item many times over many generations.
Bring a cherished or favorite garment that is no longer wearable and honor it by stitching a new object using the Boro stitch method.
Fiber Artist, Kris Smither, will guide you through the history and process of this mindful practice during a 3 session course to complete your bag.
Session -
March 10th
March 24th
March 21st
Phase 1 Sewing Basics - Part 2
Seams, seam finishes, hems & apron project
Each class covers new fundamental skills. You will make samples while creating a variety of projects for future reference.
Homework required.
All materials provided.
SUL- Sewing as a Universal Language – this is a multi-lingual class with a partnership of Don Bosco. Registration must be made thru Don Bosco Senior Center.
Students will earn a certificate for completing Phase 1 classes - consisting of 10 weeks of lessons and projects. Testing is required to earn a certification.
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 1 Sewing Basics - Part 2
Zipper Bag
Each class covers new fundamental skills. You will make samples while creating a variety of projects for future reference.
Homework required.
All materials provided.
Phase 2 part 2 is a continuation of our Certification and Fundamentals course. This course covers the elements of garments such as textiles, darts & gathers, collars & cuffs, lining & interfacing, Waistbands, sleeves and more. Each week you will master different garment components making simple samples for your reference library.
Home work is required.
Sewing Machine Operator Basics – Learn to use your new machine or refresh your skills.
This class is for first time sewing machine owners or someone who needs a refresher course. Learn the features of your sewing machine, how they work and what is their purpose. Learn sewing machine maintenance and proper selection of needles & thread.
Bring your machine and all its accessories & tools Workbook included. (Part of Phase 1 certification)
Sew-a-palooza - Sewing Saturday – March Workshop – Vintage Notions Frames
Vintage Notions Shadow Box collages – You will make a beautiful framed collage with choice of vintage notions & patterns from out stash– or bring your own cherished notions to use. Select from - 8 x 8 or 12 x 12 frame – included
1 – 4 hr. session $50
The Sewing Labs teaches sewing for production. Are you interested in learning to sew in order to produce a line of products or you want a job in sewing manufacturing and you need to build your skills. In the Sewing Labs - Sewing Salon program you will learn the art of sewing while working on "live" projects. Start as a beginner sewists or come with the skills you have - we will be your teach/mentor to guide you to successful sewing.
All sewist to be considered will either go thru our training or have to test out for skills. Interview & sewing tests available monthly.
For more information please contact our program manager - Linnca Stevens
The Sewing Labs teaches sewing for production. Are you interested in learning to sew in order to produce a line of products or you want a job in sewing manufacturing and you need to build your skills. In the Sewing Labs - Sewing Salon program you will learn the art of sewing while working on "live" projects. Start as a beginner sewists or come with the skills you have - we will be your teach/mentor to guide you to successful sewing.
All sewist to be considered will either go thru our training or have to test out for skills. Interview & sewing tests available monthly.
For more information please contact our program manager - Linnca Stevens
Are you wanting to learn to sew but, not sure it is for you? The Sewing Labs offers a Simple Sewing Project each month that is great for beginners or just for fun.
March Simple Sewing –Art Travel Notepad – sew simple notebook cover with pocket – notepad included – add your own crayons or pencils
Kid Friendly – 1-2 hours.
$2/ea. during Open Sew
SUL- Sewing as a Universal Language – this is a multi-lingual class with a partnership of Don Bosco. Registration must be made thru Don Bosco Senior Center.
Students will earn a certificate for completing Phase 1 classes - consisting of 10 weeks of lessons and projects. Testing is required to earn a certification.
Phase 1 Sewing Basics - Part 2
Seams, seam finishes, hems & apron project
Each class covers new fundamental skills. You will make samples while creating a variety of projects for future reference.
Homework required.
All materials provided.
SUL- Sewing as a Universal Language – this is a multi-lingual class with a partnership of Don Bosco. Registration must be made thru Don Bosco Senior Center.
Students will earn a certificate for completing Phase 1 classes - consisting of 10 weeks of lessons and projects. Testing is required to earn a certification.
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 1 Sewing Basics - Part 2
Test Bag
Each class covers new fundamental skills. You will make samples while creating a variety of projects for future reference.
Homework required.
All materials provided.
Phase 2 part 2 is a continuation of our Certification and Fundamentals course. This course covers the elements of garments such as textiles, darts & gathers, collars & cuffs, lining & interfacing, Waistbands, sleeves and more. Each week you will master different garment components making simple samples for your reference library.
Home work is required.
The Sewing Labs teaches sewing for production. Are you interested in learning to sew in order to produce a line of products or you want a job in sewing manufacturing and you need to build your skills. In the Sewing Labs - Sewing Salon program you will learn the art of sewing while working on "live" projects. Start as a beginner sewists or come with the skills you have - we will be your teach/mentor to guide you to successful sewing.
All sewist to be considered will either go thru our training or have to test out for skills. Interview & sewing tests available monthly.
For more information please contact our program manager - Linnca Stevens
The Sewing Labs teaches sewing for production. Are you interested in learning to sew in order to produce a line of products or you want a job in sewing manufacturing and you need to build your skills. In the Sewing Labs - Sewing Salon program you will learn the art of sewing while working on "live" projects. Start as a beginner sewists or come with the skills you have - we will be your teach/mentor to guide you to successful sewing.
All sewist to be considered will either go thru our training or have to test out for skills. Interview & sewing tests available monthly.
For more information please contact our program manager - Linnca Stevens
SUL- Sewing as a Universal Language – this is a multi-lingual class with a partnership of Don Bosco. Registration must be made thru Don Bosco Senior Center.
Students will earn a certificate for completing Phase 1 classes - consisting of 10 weeks of lessons and projects. Testing is required to earn a certification.
Learn the history and process of Japanese Boro Stitching while creating re- purposed cloth and then constructing a cross-body bag.
Boro means, literally, "tatters". These were made by re-purposing carefully saved garment pieces and other hand-spun and indigo-dyed fabrics --- Makers used careful patching and sometimes intricate stitching to craft these textiles, mending the same item many times over many generations.
Bring a cherished or favorite garment that is no longer wearable and honor it by stitching a new object using the Boro stitch method.
Fiber Artist, Kris Smither, will guide you through the history and process of this mindful practice during a 3 session course to complete your bag.
Session -
March 10th
March 24th
March 21st
Phase 1 Sewing Basics - Part 2
Zippers - centered & invisible
Each class covers new fundamental skills. You will make samples while creating a variety of projects for future reference.
Homework required.
All materials provided.
SUL- Sewing as a Universal Language – this is a multi-lingual class with a partnership of Don Bosco. Registration must be made thru Don Bosco Senior Center.
Students will earn a certificate for completing Phase 1 classes - consisting of 10 weeks of lessons and projects. Testing is required to earn a certification.
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 1 Sewing Basics - Part 2
Flex
Each class covers new fundamental skills. You will make samples while creating a variety of projects for future reference.
Homework required.
All materials provided.
Fabric Grab is BACK!!! Saturday Only - 3/28 from 9-2 pm Join us for this fun event @ The Sewing Labs.
At the Fabric Grab we will offer FREE fabric as well as bargains in fabric. The selection covers all kinds of fabrics, fashion fabrics, home decor fabrics, cotton & quilting fabrics. In addition, there will be an assortment of notions, tools, patterns and sewing machines. The selection will also include vintage & newer items.
Meet other makers and learn about The Sewing Labs mission to use sewing to create jobs and to build community.
This is a soft fundraiser for our mission, so donations are also accepted.
The Sewing Labs teaches sewing for production. Are you interested in learning to sew in order to produce a line of products or you want a job in sewing manufacturing and you need to build your skills. In the Sewing Labs - Sewing Salon program you will learn the art of sewing while working on "live" projects. Start as a beginner sewists or come with the skills you have - we will be your teach/mentor to guide you to successful sewing.
All sewist to be considered will either go thru our training or have to test out for skills. Interview & sewing tests available monthly.
For more information please contact our program manager - Linnca Stevens
The Sewing Labs teaches sewing for production. Are you interested in learning to sew in order to produce a line of products or you want a job in sewing manufacturing and you need to build your skills. In the Sewing Labs - Sewing Salon program you will learn the art of sewing while working on "live" projects. Start as a beginner sewists or come with the skills you have - we will be your teach/mentor to guide you to successful sewing.
All sewist to be considered will either go thru our training or have to test out for skills. Interview & sewing tests available monthly.
For more information please contact our program manager - Linnca Stevens
SUL- Sewing as a Universal Language – this is a multi-lingual class with a partnership of Don Bosco. Registration must be made thru Don Bosco Senior Center.
Students will earn a certificate for completing Phase 1 classes - consisting of 10 weeks of lessons and projects. Testing is required to earn a certification.
Learn the history and process of Japanese Boro Stitching while creating re- purposed cloth and then constructing a cross-body bag.
Boro means, literally, "tatters". These were made by re-purposing carefully saved garment pieces and other hand-spun and indigo-dyed fabrics --- Makers used careful patching and sometimes intricate stitching to craft these textiles, mending the same item many times over many generations.
Bring a cherished or favorite garment that is no longer wearable and honor it by stitching a new object using the Boro stitch method.
Fiber Artist, Kris Smither, will guide you through the history and process of this mindful practice during a 3 session course to complete your bag.
Session -
March 10th
March 24th
March 21st
Community & Volunteers Volunteer Orientation - Do you want to volunteer @ TSL? do you just want to know more about it? This is a great opportunity to explore what is happening @ The Sewing Labs. Pre-registration is recommended
