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.
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
How to make Welt Cording for Pillows
You will be excited to take this class or the series of classes on edging techniques for Home Decor Pillows.
Learn from Robert Lackie, a veteran professional home decor designer and sewist.
He will teach you the tips & tricks of making trim applications for Home Decor pillows and concluding with a 2 part class to make your own pillows using one of the trim techniques.
June 7 th - welt cording
June 14 th - Vermicelli cording
June 21 th - Flange edging
June 28th - Directional Flange
July 5th - Banded pillow with miter
July 12 - Home Decor Pillow -Part 1
July 19th - Home Decor Pillows - Part 2
Take 1 session = $25 ea
Take 2 or more sessions = $20 ea
All 7 sessions = $ 120
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
Instructor - Cali Roberta
3 sessions of Fee $ 90
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.
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.
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
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.
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 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
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
Bucket Hats are all the rage and great for keeping the sun out of your eyes.
Come make a bucket hat with Robert - available is kids to adult sizes and even reversible
Use fabrics from our extensive stash or bring your own
All supplies included
1 session - 3 hours
Fee $45
Master Quilting Techniques - English Paper Piecing
English Paper piecing is a patchwork method where fabric is wrapped around a heavy paper to stablize while stitch together the paper is removed. This allow you to create an intricate design. Usually stitched by hand. Your instructor, Annette Hossman teaches you this technique
All material included with your class fee.
2 sessions 2 hours each. Fee $45
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
You will be excited to take this class on techniques for Home Decor Pillows.
Learn from Robert Lackie, a veteran professional home decor designer and sewist.
He will teach you the tips & tricks of for Home Decor pillows and concluding with a 2 part class to make your own pillows using one of the trim techniques.
July 12 - Home Decor Pillow -Part 1
July 19th - Home Decor Pillows - Part 2
2 sessions = $40
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
Instructor - Cali Roberta
3 sessions of Fee $ 90
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.
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.
Come join the Knit & Crochet Sit-In
This is a monthly meet up to learn the basic of knitting and crocheting or to just sit together to share your stories of stitching.
Drop in for a while or stay all day from 10-2.
Limited supplies are available or bring your own yarn and needles. Watch for recommended sizes for learning.
Kim Siefas will lead the group and be available for advice to improve your craft.
Donation request to pay for supplies
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
* 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
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.
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 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
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
New Class!!
Drapery - LIned Single Flat Panel with rod pocket
You will make a sample panel to learn the construction process. You will learn all the elements that go into this panel including proper measuring, lining, hems, rod pocket and more.
Robert Lackie, our veteran Home Decor designer sewist is leading this class.
You will use our fabric stash to create sample. Then you can transfer these skills onto your own fabrics.
This is a 2/3 session class
Cost = $100
Master Quilting Techniques - English Paper Piecing
English Paper piecing is a patchwork method where fabric is wrapped around a heavy paper to stablize while stitch together the paper is removed. This allow you to create an intricate design. Usually stitched by hand. Your instructor, Annette Hossman teaches you this technique
All material included with your class fee.
2 sessions 2 hours each. Fee $45
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
How to make Welt Cording for Pillows
You will be excited to take this class or the series of classes on edging techniques for Home Decor Pillows.
Learn from Robert Lackie, a veteran professional home decor designer and sewist.
He will teach you the tips & tricks of making trim applications for Home Decor pillows and concluding with a 2 part class to make your own pillows using one of the trim techniques.
June 6th - welt cording
June 13th - Vermicelli cording
June 20th - Flange edging
June 28th - Directional Flange
July 5th - Banded pillow with miter
July 12 - Home Decor Pillow -Part 1
July 19th - Home Decor Pillows - Part 2
Take 1 session = $25 ea
Take 2 or more sessions = $20 ea
All 7 sessions = $ 120
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
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.
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.
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)
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
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.
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 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
DIY - Microwave Baked Potato Bag
Make this fun and easy bag to cook your baked potatos in the microwave. Keeps the moisture in for fluffy potatos.
Made only wit 100% cotton fabrics for your safety.
All materials provided from our stash.
Class Fee $15
New Class!!
Drapery - LIned Single Flat Panel with rod pocket
You will make a sample panel to learn the construction process. You will learn all the elements that go into this panel including proper measuring, lining, hems, rod pocket and more.
Robert Lackie, our veteran Home Decor designer sewist is leading this class.
You will use our fabric stash to create sample. Then you can transfer these skills onto your own fabrics.
This is a 2/3 session class
Cost = $100
This workshop brings together your heart and hands.
Back by popular demand - Emotional Confetti Workshop
Even if you have taken it before - take it again. Your next projects is always a new adventure.
Robert Lackie will help you to 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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
Instructors vary. 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 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.
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 EVENT IS SOLD OUT
8th Annual Gratitude & Grace Quilt Retreat !
Reserve your seat for the 2023 Gratitude & Grace Quilt Retreat scheduled for July 28 - 30. This year pattern is "Star Trails" by a bright corner. The quilt top size is 60" x 75". You will have a choice of jelly rolls and coordinating solids and prints. This is a quick strip piecing technique so that the rows will come together in a jiffy.
Become a Member of our Gratitude & Grace Quilt group and join in our excitement about this friend-raiser event; a quilting retreat. Join us as we share and learn about the art of quilting.
Early Bird Registration is Open - through March 31st, 2023
$50 Deposit give your $25 off your registration
What to Expect:
We currently do not offer overnight stay - hotel reservation information is available for local stay.
Friday Night – Doors open & check in starting @ 5 pm. Gathering starts @ 6 pm. We will gather to get to know each other.
Participate in Sew-N-Tell and have a round table talk. Set-up sewing stations. Quilt Pattern & fabrics will be distributed. Snacks served.
Saturday – Doors open @ 7:30 am Continental Breakfast available @ 8– 8:30am 7:30 am – Morning Yoga session – Optional. Sewing Room rules & overview explained. Finish sewing Station set up & overview of quilt design explained. Cutting instructions and off we go!!!! Lunch break @ 12 noon – serving thru 1pm. Sewing throughout the day, Dinner served @ 5- 6 pm. Trunk show of a selected designer will be following dinner @ approximately 7 pm for those who want to participate. Sewing room is open until 10 pm.
** Special YOGA session taught to stretch you out from sewing – by TBA **
Guest Trunk Show – To Be Announced
Stash Bash – we have selected a special inventory of fabrics, notions and more – many vintage sales will support TSL – Exclusive to the G&G Attendees
Sunday – Door open @ 8 am Continental Breakfast available from 8 - 8:30am. Sewing & sewing throughout the day. Quick Tips lesson @ 11 am. Roundtable focusing on Gratitude during lunch. Lunch served 12-1. Finishing up & preparing to leave by 2 pm.
Snacks – We encourage you to bring a snack to share with the group – these snacks will be available at all times in the Community Center Kitchen area.
**Children are not allowed at the retreat – Age limit – 13 & beyond. Young sewers must be making a quilt and have prior sewing experience & be accompanied with an adult.
What to Bring
□ Bring your own sewing machine & accessories (extra needles, ¼” foot or regular foot, etc.)(sewing machines are available if wanted)
□ Basic supplies – cream thread, pins & pin cushion
□ Power strip or extension cord
□ Cutting board, cutter, ruler, scissors (optional we have some available)
□ Ironing board & iron – Optional; we will have some available
□ Casual, comfy attire
□ Personal sewing lamp - optional
What we Supply
□ Pattern & Fabric* for quilt top (Add-On fabrics for larger sizes and backing will be available)
□ 5 meals – Saturday = B,L,D, Sunday = B,L Friday night snacks
□ Table for cutting
□ Irons & ironing boards
□ Sewing tables & electrical outlets
□ A kitchen (microwave, refrigerator)coffee pot
□ Dishes, mugs, flatware
The Quilting Retreat for July 2023 will be located at The Sewing Labs , 526 Campbell KCMO 64106 - Don Bosco Community Center. Parking lots are located adjacent to the building on the north side.
REGISTER NOW! For this 3 day & 2-night extravaganza of quilting. Single Registration = $275.00 suggested donation, Double Registration = $500.00 suggested donation Registration online @ Gratitude & Grace 2023 Registration
Payment Type – please do not send cash thru the mail - Venmo & PayPal available online@ http;//thesewinglabs.community
REFUND POLICY - Your initial deposit of $50 is a NON-REFUNDABLE donation. If you register and are unable to attend, this portion of your fee will go to support the program. If you are unable to attend, any remaining portion of your payments will be refunded to you, or you may transfer this registration to someone else or to a future event (future event must be used within 12 months)
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 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
