Garment Construction Fundamentals is Part 2 of Garments @ The Sewing Labs. This course introduces collars & cuffs; Waistbands; casing with elastic, linings sleeve types; raglan vs.. set - in, and more.
Learn the sewing vocabulary terms and make samples of these fundamental elements for future reference.
Make a pant/skirt and sample top
Course consist of 10 weekly session 2.5 hrs. each.
Instructor: Cali Roberta
Pre-requisite recommended; Intro to Garments
Intro to Garments - This course takes you from Basic Sewing into Garment Elements and Construction. You will be introduced to patterns, fabric & fiber types. You will learn to decipher sewing vocabulary gaining understanding and making samples of facings & linings, curved seams and corners, darts, tucks and gathers. You will learn the proper way to cut out a garment while making a simple top. This course involves a lot of sewing and sewing homework to assure your success. Basic Sewing Machine skills are required or take Basic Sewing Part 1 @ TSL
Course consists of 10 weeks of 2.5 hour sessions
All materials included with course - you can choose fabric for top from our stash or provide your own. More information will be given during course.
Course Fee - $300.00
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing.
The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 20 month program with a commitment of 8 months of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business for the remaining 12 month or until you reach 2000 hours On The Job. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Host and Training with the United States and Missouri Department of Labor.
Sewists who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur.
Salon Program Includes:
* Instruction in the core fundamentals of sewing. Techniques in Mearsuring, Marking, Cutting and Construction
* Industrial productions method
* Site tours of local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators
* Multiple tools kits: Domestic tool kit, Rotary Cutting Kit, Industrial Add on Kit, Reference Book and handouts.
* Participants will be expected to complete in-class work, lab work, portfolio of work samples, testing and work evaluations.
Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program.
Limited Scholarships are available.
Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Serger Workshop - Serger Basics - Learn how to use a serger.
Bring your own serger to add to your skills or use ours
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.
All materials provided
3 sessions of Fee $ 90
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing. The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 1 year program with a commitment of up to 30 weeks of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business covering the remaining 20 weeks. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Training Operation with the Missouri Department of Labor and the United States Department of Labor. Student who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur. You will learn the fundamentals of the craft of sewing, Industrial productions methods and participate in site tours to local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators. A tool kit is provided. Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program. Limited Scholarships are available. Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Basic Sewing - Phase 1 - This course if for a beginner who has never sewn before or for someone who has not sewn for awhile and needs a refresher course. You will learn to operate a domestic sewing machine including threading, basic operation and safety & maintenance. You will also learn the tools of the trade and more while making some simple projects & a tool caddy. Each week you will learn a new skill and you will have home practice work to complete.
This course will be lead by Cali Roberta on Saturdays & Robert Lackie - on week days -Classroom Instructors for Domestic machine.
All materials and supplies are included with this course. You can use our machines & tools or bring your own to learn with.
Limited Scholarships are available - please fill our scholarship form or contact us directly for more information.
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
Have you always wanted to know the secret to making a T-shirt quilt?
Do you have too many T-shirts laying around? Do you have someone with Tshirts from special events that you would like to create a remembrance quilt for them? Gather 16 - 20 T-shirts and we will teach you the tricks to using them to make a quilt. We want you to finish your project so class consists up to 8 - 2 hours sessions. Class fee $200 which includes the special interfacing needed.
Optional: Additional materials needed for your sashing, borders & backing .
Instructor: Linnca Stevens
Longarm Quilt Operator Training - learn to operate the Gammill Statler Stitcher or Gammill Class Stitch Regulated Free Motion machine. This course is required if you want to rent our machines.
You will learn:
* Preparing your quilt
* Preparing the machine
* Loading your quilt
* Gammill Statler Stitcher CAD system
* Gammill Classic Stitch Regulated - Hand driven quilting
* Off loading your quilt
* Tips & Tricks & recommendations
What to Bring to Class
* Face Mask - if desired for COVID
* a willingness to learn and make mistakes
* Bring snack if wanted
* You will learn on practice fabric - you can bring a quilt for discussion but, it may or may not be used for instruction
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing.
The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 20 month program with a commitment of 8 months of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business for the remaining 12 month or until you reach 2000 hours On The Job. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Host and Training with the United States and Missouri Department of Labor.
Sewists who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur.
Salon Program Includes:
* Instruction in the core fundamentals of sewing. Techniques in Mearsuring, Marking, Cutting and Construction
* Industrial productions method
* Site tours of local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators
* Multiple tools kits: Domestic tool kit, Rotary Cutting Kit, Industrial Add on Kit, Reference Book and handouts.
* Participants will be expected to complete in-class work, lab work, portfolio of work samples, testing and work evaluations.
Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program.
Limited Scholarships are available.
Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing. The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 1 year program with a commitment of up to 30 weeks of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business covering the remaining 20 weeks. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Training Operation with the Missouri Department of Labor and the United States Department of Labor. Student who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur. You will learn the fundamentals of the craft of sewing, Industrial productions methods and participate in site tours to local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators. A tool kit is provided. Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program. Limited Scholarships are available. Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Basic Sewing – Part 2 – Building on the skills learned in Part 1
You will learn seams and seam finishes and then apply this to simple projects.
Learn hems types while making an apron
Learn zipper basics and finally learn buttonholes, hook and snap closures.
All materials provided. (Sewing Machine Operation or Basic Sewing Part 1 required)
9 sessions of 2.5 hrs. Fee $270
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
Independent Projects Lab:
Need a little help with a sewing project? Embarking out into uncharted sewing territory and want some support? Join the Independent Projects Lab! Come work on your own project in a supportive group and under the guidance of a professional sewist. Bring your own pattern and fabric and let’s get sewing!
Lead by Heather Anacker
The Projects Labs allows you to work on your own sewing projects under the mentoring of a professional sewist.
Pre-requisite - Basic Sewing skills and knowledge required - this is not a fundamentals skills class - this class allows you to take your skills and expand your sewing projects.
Participants sign up for 1 session or a block of 6 sessions at a time. ( this is the average time required to complete a garment )
Fee $25 per sesson or 6 sessions for $ 145
You can continue to add more blocks of time as needed.
Since this is an Independent Project Labs - you can start any week.
Open Stitch Fridays - This is a time for you to come together to stitch. Bring your own projects of sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet, weaving, embroidery, other fiber arts to work on. You can use our stash, our domestic sewing machines, tools etc. NO instruction is offered but, there just might be someone else in the room to ask.
Domestic Machines are available - NO Industrial machines offered.
Event occurs most Fridays from 10-3
FREE to the public - ages 10 - beyond (children under 13 must be accompanies by an adult and be working on project)
Longarm Quilt Operator Training - learn to operate the Gammill Statler Stitcher or Gammill Class Stitch Regulated Free Motion machine. This course is required if you want to rent our machines.
You will learn:
* Preparing your quilt
* Preparing the machine
* Loading your quilt
* Gammill Statler Stitcher CAD system
* Gammill Classic Stitch Regulated - Hand driven quilting
* Off loading your quilt
* Tips & Tricks & recommendations
What to Bring to Class
* Face Mask - if desired for COVID
* a willingness to learn and make mistakes
* Bring snack if wanted
* You will learn on practice fabric - you can bring a quilt for discussion but, it may or may not be used for instruction
Sewing Empowerment:
This class will empower you to use a sewing machine safely and with confidence. Bring your own sewing machine, or use one of ours. Students in this class will learn how to sew a simple apron, as well as how to properly thread a sewing machine and how to troubleshoot common problems. If you have never sewn before and want to learn how, or if you need a boost in your sewing confidence, this class is for you!
This is a one (1) session class
$40
Garment Construction Fundamentals is Part 2 of Garments @ The Sewing Labs. This course introduces collars & cuffs; Waistbands; casing with elastic, linings sleeve types; raglan vs.. set - in, and more.
Learn the sewing vocabulary terms and make samples of these fundamental elements for future reference.
Make a pant/skirt and sample top
Course consist of 10 weekly session 2.5 hrs. each.
Instructor: Cali Roberta
Pre-requisite recommended; Intro to Garments
Intro to Garments - This course takes you from Basic Sewing into Garment Elements and Construction. You will be introduced to patterns, fabric & fiber types. You will learn to decipher sewing vocabulary gaining understanding and making samples of facings & linings, curved seams and corners, darts, tucks and gathers. You will learn the proper way to cut out a garment while making a simple top. This course involves a lot of sewing and sewing homework to assure your success. Basic Sewing Machine skills are required or take Basic Sewing Part 1 @ TSL
Course consists of 10 weeks of 2.5 hour sessions
All materials included with course - you can choose fabric for top from our stash or provide your own. More information will be given during course.
Course Fee - $300.00
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing.
The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 20 month program with a commitment of 8 months of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business for the remaining 12 month or until you reach 2000 hours On The Job. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Host and Training with the United States and Missouri Department of Labor.
Sewists who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur.
Salon Program Includes:
* Instruction in the core fundamentals of sewing. Techniques in Mearsuring, Marking, Cutting and Construction
* Industrial productions method
* Site tours of local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators
* Multiple tools kits: Domestic tool kit, Rotary Cutting Kit, Industrial Add on Kit, Reference Book and handouts.
* Participants will be expected to complete in-class work, lab work, portfolio of work samples, testing and work evaluations.
Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program.
Limited Scholarships are available.
Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing. The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 1 year program with a commitment of up to 30 weeks of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business covering the remaining 20 weeks. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Training Operation with the Missouri Department of Labor and the United States Department of Labor. Student who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur. You will learn the fundamentals of the craft of sewing, Industrial productions methods and participate in site tours to local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators. A tool kit is provided. Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program. Limited Scholarships are available. Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Basic Sewing - Phase 1 - This course if for a beginner who has never sewn before or for someone who has not sewn for awhile and needs a refresher course. You will learn to operate a domestic sewing machine including threading, basic operation and safety & maintenance. You will also learn the tools of the trade and more while making some simple projects & a tool caddy. Each week you will learn a new skill and you will have home practice work to complete.
This course will be lead by Cali Roberta on Saturdays & Robert Lackie - on week days -Classroom Instructors for Domestic machine.
All materials and supplies are included with this course. You can use our machines & tools or bring your own to learn with.
Limited Scholarships are available - please fill our scholarship form or contact us directly for more information.
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
Have you always wanted to know the secret to making a T-shirt quilt?
Do you have too many T-shirts laying around? Do you have someone with Tshirts from special events that you would like to create a remembrance quilt for them? Gather 16 - 20 T-shirts and we will teach you the tricks to using them to make a quilt. We want you to finish your project so class consists up to 8 - 2 hours sessions. Class fee $200 which includes the special interfacing needed.
Optional: Additional materials needed for your sashing, borders & backing .
Instructor: Linnca Stevens
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing.
The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 20 month program with a commitment of 8 months of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business for the remaining 12 month or until you reach 2000 hours On The Job. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Host and Training with the United States and Missouri Department of Labor.
Sewists who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur.
Salon Program Includes:
* Instruction in the core fundamentals of sewing. Techniques in Mearsuring, Marking, Cutting and Construction
* Industrial productions method
* Site tours of local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators
* Multiple tools kits: Domestic tool kit, Rotary Cutting Kit, Industrial Add on Kit, Reference Book and handouts.
* Participants will be expected to complete in-class work, lab work, portfolio of work samples, testing and work evaluations.
Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program.
Limited Scholarships are available.
Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
THIS IS A 2 HOUR SESSION
Rent a Longarm Quilting Machine to Quilt yourself!
To rent a machine you must first attend a Longarm Quilt Machine Operator Training. These classes are generally offered each month. Seats are limited - check our class schedule on the website.
Once you have taken the Operator Training - and been approved to now quilt yourself you can Rent the Longarm machines.
Machine Rental Fees
* Block of 2 hours = $50 minimum
* $20 for each additional hour - time charged in 15m increments
* Fee does not include batting, backing or binding - batting can be purchased for $8 per yd.
* All rental times require pre-registration - NO drop ins!
* Statler Quilting - E2E patterns to choose from
For more information call 816-888-3051
THIS IS A 2 HOUR SESSION
Rent a Longarm Quilting Machine to Quilt yourself!
To rent a machine you must first attend a Longarm Quilt Machine Operator Training. These classes are generally offered each month. Seats are limited - check our class schedule on the website.
Once you have taken the Operator Training - and been approved to now quilt yourself you can Rent the Longarm machines.
Machine Rental Fees
* Block of 2 hours = $50 minimum
* $20 for each additional hour - time charged in 15m increments
* Fee does not include batting, backing or binding - batting can be purchased for $8 per yd.
* All rental times require pre-registration - NO drop ins!
* Statler Quilting - E2E patterns to choose from
For more information call 816-888-3051
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing. The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 1 year program with a commitment of up to 30 weeks of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business covering the remaining 20 weeks. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Training Operation with the Missouri Department of Labor and the United States Department of Labor. Student who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur. You will learn the fundamentals of the craft of sewing, Industrial productions methods and participate in site tours to local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators. A tool kit is provided. Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program. Limited Scholarships are available. Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Basic Sewing – Part 2 – Building on the skills learned in Part 1
You will learn seams and seam finishes and then apply this to simple projects.
Learn hems types while making an apron
Learn zipper basics and finally learn buttonholes, hook and snap closures.
All materials provided. (Sewing Machine Operation or Basic Sewing Part 1 required)
9 sessions of 2.5 hrs. Fee $270
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
Independent Projects Lab:
Need a little help with a sewing project? Embarking out into uncharted sewing territory and want some support? Join the Independent Projects Lab! Come work on your own project in a supportive group and under the guidance of a professional sewist. Bring your own pattern and fabric and let’s get sewing!
Lead by Heather Anacker
The Projects Labs allows you to work on your own sewing projects under the mentoring of a professional sewist.
Pre-requisite - Basic Sewing skills and knowledge required - this is not a fundamentals skills class - this class allows you to take your skills and expand your sewing projects.
Participants sign up for 1 session or a block of 6 sessions at a time. ( this is the average time required to complete a garment )
Fee $25 per sesson or 6 sessions for $ 145
You can continue to add more blocks of time as needed.
Since this is an Independent Project Labs - you can start any week.
Hand Embroidery – Learn the basic stitches in hand embroidery while making a fun Heart motif.
Brenda Dailey will guide you through learning basic hand embroidery stitches while you stitch a simple design.
All materials & tools provided
1 session 2-4 hours Fee $20
Embroidery Machine Operator Training - learn to operate the Baby Lock Venture 10-needle embroidery machine. This course is required if you want to rent the machine.
You will learn:
- To hoop your projects
-How to choose the right stabilizer
-How to choose the proper needles and threads
-Basic Operation of the BabyLock Venture
-Selecting from built-in designs
- Importing designs from other sources.
-Tips, Tricks & recommendations
What to Bring to Class:
-Face Mask - if desired
- A willingness to learn and make mistakes
-Bring snack if wanted
* You will learn on practice fabric - you can bring a small item to add a simple embellishment, but it may or may not be used for instruction, depending on the time and complexity of the project.
Instructor: Opal Miller
Class Fee $80
Open Stitch Fridays - This is a time for you to come together to stitch. Bring your own projects of sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet, weaving, embroidery, other fiber arts to work on. You can use our stash, our domestic sewing machines, tools etc. NO instruction is offered but, there just might be someone else in the room to ask.
Domestic Machines are available - NO Industrial machines offered.
Event occurs most Fridays from 10-3
FREE to the public - ages 10 - beyond (children under 13 must be accompanies by an adult and be working on project)
THIS IS A 2 HOUR SESSION
Rent a Longarm Quilting Machine to Quilt yourself!
To rent a machine you must first attend a Longarm Quilt Machine Operator Training. These classes are generally offered each month. Seats are limited - check our class schedule on the website.
Once you have taken the Operator Training - and been approved to now quilt yourself you can Rent the Longarm machines.
Machine Rental Fees
* Block of 2 hours = $50 minimum
* $20 for each additional hour - time charged in 15m increments
* Fee does not include batting, backing or binding - batting can be purchased for $8 per yd.
* All rental times require pre-registration - NO drop ins!
* Statler Quilting - E2E patterns to choose from
For more information call 816-888-3051
Garment Construction Fundamentals is Part 2 of Garments @ The Sewing Labs. This course introduces collars & cuffs; Waistbands; casing with elastic, linings sleeve types; raglan vs.. set - in, and more.
Learn the sewing vocabulary terms and make samples of these fundamental elements for future reference.
Make a pant/skirt and sample top
Course consist of 10 weekly session 2.5 hrs. each.
Instructor: Cali Roberta
Pre-requisite recommended; Intro to Garments
Intro to Garments - This course takes you from Basic Sewing into Garment Elements and Construction. You will be introduced to patterns, fabric & fiber types. You will learn to decipher sewing vocabulary gaining understanding and making samples of facings & linings, curved seams and corners, darts, tucks and gathers. You will learn the proper way to cut out a garment while making a simple top. This course involves a lot of sewing and sewing homework to assure your success. Basic Sewing Machine skills are required or take Basic Sewing Part 1 @ TSL
Course consists of 10 weeks of 2.5 hour sessions
All materials included with course - you can choose fabric for top from our stash or provide your own. More information will be given during course.
Course Fee - $300.00
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing.
The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 20 month program with a commitment of 8 months of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business for the remaining 12 month or until you reach 2000 hours On The Job. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Host and Training with the United States and Missouri Department of Labor.
Sewists who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur.
Salon Program Includes:
* Instruction in the core fundamentals of sewing. Techniques in Mearsuring, Marking, Cutting and Construction
* Industrial productions method
* Site tours of local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators
* Multiple tools kits: Domestic tool kit, Rotary Cutting Kit, Industrial Add on Kit, Reference Book and handouts.
* Participants will be expected to complete in-class work, lab work, portfolio of work samples, testing and work evaluations.
Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program.
Limited Scholarships are available.
Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing. The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 1 year program with a commitment of up to 30 weeks of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business covering the remaining 20 weeks. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Training Operation with the Missouri Department of Labor and the United States Department of Labor. Student who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur. You will learn the fundamentals of the craft of sewing, Industrial productions methods and participate in site tours to local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators. A tool kit is provided. Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program. Limited Scholarships are available. Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Basic Sewing - Phase 1 - This course if for a beginner who has never sewn before or for someone who has not sewn for awhile and needs a refresher course. You will learn to operate a domestic sewing machine including threading, basic operation and safety & maintenance. You will also learn the tools of the trade and more while making some simple projects & a tool caddy. Each week you will learn a new skill and you will have home practice work to complete.
This course will be lead by Cali Roberta on Saturdays & Robert Lackie - on week days -Classroom Instructors for Domestic machine.
All materials and supplies are included with this course. You can use our machines & tools or bring your own to learn with.
Limited Scholarships are available - please fill our scholarship form or contact us directly for more information.
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
Have you always wanted to know the secret to making a T-shirt quilt?
Do you have too many T-shirts laying around? Do you have someone with Tshirts from special events that you would like to create a remembrance quilt for them? Gather 16 - 20 T-shirts and we will teach you the tricks to using them to make a quilt. We want you to finish your project so class consists up to 8 - 2 hours sessions. Class fee $200 which includes the special interfacing needed.
Optional: Additional materials needed for your sashing, borders & backing .
Instructor: Linnca Stevens
Longarm Quilt Operator Training - learn to operate the Gammill Statler Stitcher or Gammill Class Stitch Regulated Free Motion machine. This course is required if you want to rent our machines.
You will learn:
* Preparing your quilt
* Preparing the machine
* Loading your quilt
* Gammill Statler Stitcher CAD system
* Gammill Classic Stitch Regulated - Hand driven quilting
* Off loading your quilt
* Tips & Tricks & recommendations
What to Bring to Class
* Face Mask - if desired
* a willingness to learn and make mistakes
* Bring snack if wanted
* You will learn on practice fabric - you can bring a quilt for discussion but, it may or may not be used for instruction
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing.
The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 20 month program with a commitment of 8 months of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business for the remaining 12 month or until you reach 2000 hours On The Job. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Host and Training with the United States and Missouri Department of Labor.
Sewists who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur.
Salon Program Includes:
* Instruction in the core fundamentals of sewing. Techniques in Mearsuring, Marking, Cutting and Construction
* Industrial productions method
* Site tours of local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators
* Multiple tools kits: Domestic tool kit, Rotary Cutting Kit, Industrial Add on Kit, Reference Book and handouts.
* Participants will be expected to complete in-class work, lab work, portfolio of work samples, testing and work evaluations.
Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program.
Limited Scholarships are available.
Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing. The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 1 year program with a commitment of up to 30 weeks of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business covering the remaining 20 weeks. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Training Operation with the Missouri Department of Labor and the United States Department of Labor. Student who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur. You will learn the fundamentals of the craft of sewing, Industrial productions methods and participate in site tours to local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators. A tool kit is provided. Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program. Limited Scholarships are available. Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Basic Sewing – Part 2 – Building on the skills learned in Part 1
You will learn seams and seam finishes and then apply this to simple projects.
Learn hems types while making an apron
Learn zipper basics and finally learn buttonholes, hook and snap closures.
All materials provided. (Sewing Machine Operation or Basic Sewing Part 1 required)
9 sessions of 2.5 hrs. Fee $270
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
Independent Projects Lab:
Need a little help with a sewing project? Embarking out into uncharted sewing territory and want some support? Join the Independent Projects Lab! Come work on your own project in a supportive group and under the guidance of a professional sewist. Bring your own pattern and fabric and let’s get sewing!
Lead by Heather Anacker
The Projects Labs allows you to work on your own sewing projects under the mentoring of a professional sewist.
Pre-requisite - Basic Sewing skills and knowledge required - this is not a fundamentals skills class - this class allows you to take your skills and expand your sewing projects.
Participants sign up for 1 session or a block of 6 sessions at a time. ( this is the average time required to complete a garment )
Fee $25 per sesson or 6 sessions for $ 145
You can continue to add more blocks of time as needed.
Since this is an Independent Project Labs - you can start any week.
Open Stitch Fridays - This is a time for you to come together to stitch. Bring your own projects of sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet, weaving, embroidery, other fiber arts to work on. You can use our stash, our domestic sewing machines, tools etc. NO instruction is offered but, there just might be someone else in the room to ask.
Domestic Machines are available - NO Industrial machines offered.
Event occurs most Fridays from 10-3
FREE to the public - ages 10 - beyond (children under 13 must be accompanies by an adult and be working on project)
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 décor 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.
Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for update and photos of items
and share with other makers or supporters.
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing.
The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 20 month program with a commitment of 8 months of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business for the remaining 12 month or until you reach 2000 hours On The Job. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Host and Training with the United States and Missouri Department of Labor.
Sewists who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur.
Salon Program Includes:
* Instruction in the core fundamentals of sewing. Techniques in Mearsuring, Marking, Cutting and Construction
* Industrial productions method
* Site tours of local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators
* Multiple tools kits: Domestic tool kit, Rotary Cutting Kit, Industrial Add on Kit, Reference Book and handouts.
* Participants will be expected to complete in-class work, lab work, portfolio of work samples, testing and work evaluations.
Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program.
Limited Scholarships are available.
Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing. The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 1 year program with a commitment of up to 30 weeks of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business covering the remaining 20 weeks. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Training Operation with the Missouri Department of Labor and the United States Department of Labor. Student who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur. You will learn the fundamentals of the craft of sewing, Industrial productions methods and participate in site tours to local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators. A tool kit is provided. Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program. Limited Scholarships are available. Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Basic Sewing - Phase 1 - This course if for a beginner who has never sewn before or for someone who has not sewn for awhile and needs a refresher course. You will learn to operate a domestic sewing machine including threading, basic operation and safety & maintenance. You will also learn the tools of the trade and more while making some simple projects & a tool caddy. Each week you will learn a new skill and you will have home practice work to complete.
This course will be lead by Cali Roberta on Saturdays & Robert Lackie - on week days -Classroom Instructors for Domestic machine.
All materials and supplies are included with this course. You can use our machines & tools or bring your own to learn with.
Limited Scholarships are available - please fill our scholarship form or contact us directly for more information.
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
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;
* Mission of TSL
* 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 your heart & hands love.
Even if you just want to find out more before deciding to volunteer. This is a great opportunity to explore what The Sewing Labs is all about.
All volunteers are expected to go thru an orientation within the first 90 days of service Pre-registration is requested.
Have you always wanted to know the secret to making a T-shirt quilt?
Do you have too many T-shirts laying around? Do you have someone with Tshirts from special events that you would like to create a remembrance quilt for them? Gather 16 - 20 T-shirts and we will teach you the tricks to using them to make a quilt. We want you to finish your project so class consists up to 8 - 2 hours sessions. Class fee $200 which includes the special interfacing needed.
Optional: Additional materials needed for your sashing, borders & backing .
Instructor: Linnca Stevens
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing.
The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 20 month program with a commitment of 8 months of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business for the remaining 12 month or until you reach 2000 hours On The Job. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Host and Training with the United States and Missouri Department of Labor.
Sewists who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur.
Salon Program Includes:
* Instruction in the core fundamentals of sewing. Techniques in Mearsuring, Marking, Cutting and Construction
* Industrial productions method
* Site tours of local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators
* Multiple tools kits: Domestic tool kit, Rotary Cutting Kit, Industrial Add on Kit, Reference Book and handouts.
* Participants will be expected to complete in-class work, lab work, portfolio of work samples, testing and work evaluations.
Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program.
Limited Scholarships are available.
Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
THIS IS A 2 HOUR SESSION
Rent a Longarm Quilting Machine to Quilt yourself!
To rent a machine you must first attend a Longarm Quilt Machine Operator Training. These classes are generally offered each month. Seats are limited - check our class schedule on the website.
Once you have taken the Operator Training - and been approved to now quilt yourself you can Rent the Longarm machines.
Machine Rental Fees
* Block of 2 hours = $50 minimum
* $20 for each additional hour - time charged in 15m increments
* Fee does not include batting, backing or binding - batting can be purchased for $8 per yd.
* All rental times require pre-registration - NO drop ins!
* Statler Quilting - E2E patterns to choose from
For more information call 816-888-3051
THIS IS A 2 HOUR SESSION
Rent a Longarm Quilting Machine to Quilt yourself!
To rent a machine you must first attend a Longarm Quilt Machine Operator Training. These classes are generally offered each month. Seats are limited - check our class schedule on the website.
Once you have taken the Operator Training - and been approved to now quilt yourself you can Rent the Longarm machines.
Machine Rental Fees
* Block of 2 hours = $50 minimum
* $20 for each additional hour - time charged in 15m increments
* Fee does not include batting, backing or binding - batting can be purchased for $8 per yd.
* All rental times require pre-registration - NO drop ins!
* Statler Quilting - E2E patterns to choose from
For more information call 816-888-3051
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
Prepare yourself for employment or entrepreneurship in the profession of sewing. The Sewing Salon Training Program @ The Sewing Labs is a 1 year program with a commitment of up to 30 weeks of hands-on sewing instruction on both domestic and industrial machines and entrepreneurial business training to support you and an Apprenticeship Program with a local Kansas City Business covering the remaining 20 weeks. The Sewing Labs is a Registered Apprenticeship Training Operation with the Missouri Department of Labor and the United States Department of Labor. Student who complete this Apprenticeship program will receive multiple certificates including The Sewing Labs Certificate in Domestic Sewing Skills, Certificate in Industrial Sewing Skills and the US DOL Certificate of Apprenticeship. Each of these certificates represent a significate accomplishment by the student and a great addition to their resume whether they will become a employee or an entrepreneur. You will learn the fundamentals of the craft of sewing, Industrial productions methods and participate in site tours to local businesses who are actively seeking to hire Industrial Sewing Machine Operators. A tool kit is provided. Participants must participant in an entrance interview & assessment to be accepted into the program. Limited Scholarships are available. Training Program Fee $4,500 ** If you are need of financial assistance please apply for scholarship - these are limited and must go through approval process
Basic Sewing – Part 2 – Building on the skills learned in Part 1
You will learn seams and seam finishes and then apply this to simple projects.
Learn hems types while making an apron
Learn zipper basics and finally learn buttonholes, hook and snap closures.
All materials provided. (Sewing Machine Operation or Basic Sewing Part 1 required)
9 sessions of 2.5 hrs. Fee $270
We are excited to continue the Sewing as a Universal Language partnership with Literacy KC & The Sewing Labs.
This class is sponsored and scheduled through Literacy KC & Don Bosco. Participants are enrolled through Literacy KC. Participants will be enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) at Literacy KC and take Basic Sewing Part 1 & 2 at The Sewing Labs.
For registration information please contact Literacy KC @ 816-333-9332
Independent Projects Lab:
Need a little help with a sewing project? Embarking out into uncharted sewing territory and want some support? Join the Independent Projects Lab! Come work on your own project in a supportive group and under the guidance of a professional sewist. Bring your own pattern and fabric and let’s get sewing!
Lead by Heather Anacker
The Projects Labs allows you to work on your own sewing projects under the mentoring of a professional sewist.
Pre-requisite - Basic Sewing skills and knowledge required - this is not a fundamentals skills class - this class allows you to take your skills and expand your sewing projects.
Participants sign up for 1 session or a block of 6 sessions at a time. ( this is the average time required to complete a garment )
Fee $25 per sesson or 6 sessions for $ 145
You can continue to add more blocks of time as needed.
Since this is an Independent Project Labs - you can start any week.
SEW POWERFUL PURSE taught by Chris McMullen – Sew Powerful, a non-profit organization, asks seamstresses from around the world to make and donate a purse for a schoolgirl in Zambia. The purse is filled with re-usable feminine hygiene supplies made by those employed in Zambia by Sew Powerful. The girl receives the purse and supplies in her health training class to enable her to attend school all month and improve her academic performance. With Chris' instruction, you will learn to sew the cross-body purse from the free pattern provided by Sew Powerful. Your bag created will be donated to Sew Powerful! You will learn the skills to make this bag and you can contribute to this wonderful organization by helping them achieve their 2022 goal of collecting and distributing 24,000 purses. All materials included.
1 Session - Fee - Donation Optional to cover materials $15
Open Stitch Fridays - This is a time for you to come together to stitch. Bring your own projects of sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet, weaving, embroidery, other fiber arts to work on. You can use our stash, our domestic sewing machines, tools etc. NO instruction is offered but, there just might be someone else in the room to ask.
Domestic Machines are available - NO Industrial machines offered.
Event occurs most Fridays from 10-3
FREE to the public - ages 10 - beyond (children under 13 must be accompanies by an adult and be working on project)
Sip & Sew Workshops at The Sewing Labs!!
Bring your tribe together for friendship & sewing when you reserve The Sewing Lab for an evening of crafting a project.
Sipping - bring your own choice of beverage - wine, beer, coffee, tea, soda, etc. Please remember to drink responsibly.
April Project will be - the Emotional Confetti Workshop with Robert Lackie
Explore your color scope and let your thoughts & feelings be expressed in a unique project using the Sulky Solvy product with a mixture of yarns, fabric scraps, words and more.
You will come away with a unique wall piece and some fiber therapy to reflect on.
All materials included
Sign up your own tribe TODAY!
Garment Construction Fundamentals is Part 2 of Garments @ The Sewing Labs. This course introduces collars & cuffs; Waistbands; casing with elastic, linings sleeve types; raglan vs.. set - in, and more.
Learn the sewing vocabulary terms and make samples of these fundamental elements for future reference.
Make a pant/skirt and sample top
Course consist of 10 weekly session 2.5 hrs. each.
Instructor: Cali Roberta
Pre-requisite recommended; Intro to Garments
Intro to Garments - This course takes you from Basic Sewing into Garment Elements and Construction. You will be introduced to patterns, fabric & fiber types. You will learn to decipher sewing vocabulary gaining understanding and making samples of facings & linings, curved seams and corners, darts, tucks and gathers. You will learn the proper way to cut out a garment while making a simple top. This course involves a lot of sewing and sewing homework to assure your success. Basic Sewing Machine skills are required or take Basic Sewing Part 1 @ TSL
Course consists of 10 weeks of 2.5 hour sessions
All materials included with course - you can choose fabric for top from our stash or provide your own. More information will be given during course.
Course Fee - $300.00
