Sandy’s Sewing Center
Text Box: SANDY'S SEWING & CRAFT  CLASSES

For pictures of many of the projects, go to our pictures page!

Please remember that all classes, even the free machine lessons, must be registered for ahead of time.  If there are less than 3 signed up, the class will be cancelled or postponed. Classes cancelled due to weather conditions will be rescheduled later.

When attending a sewing class, please bring your sewing basics– scissors, pins, thread, etc.

Text Box: Fun Projects
Debby Neal Pate, Licensed Martha Pullen & Quilting Educator

Strip Crazy Rotary Cutting Mat Carrier
Make this eye-catching bag to carry your cutting mat, large ruler and rotary cutter to classes.  Saves wear and tear on hands and eliminates a few loading/unloading trips to the car.  Call for fabric requirements.  Fabric kit available.
Fee $40 plus $12 finishing kit.
Tuesday, September 30, 10-5 (break for lunch)

 Bunny Bag
Make this cute pet to hold sewing supplies right at your fingertips—sits right beside you while you sew.  Call for fabric requirements.  Fabric kit available.
Fee:  $25 plus $9 finishing kit.
Thursday, October 30, 10am-1pm

Scalloped Edge “Wanna Share” Baby Quilt
This block makes showcasing those interesting fabrics easy—then add a scalloped border to make a perfect baby gift.  Call for fabric requirements.  Fabric kit available.
Fee:  $40 plus $6 pattern
Thursday & Friday, October 30 & 31, 2pm-5pm

Zip It Up!

Skill /Machine:  all

You don’t have to fear zippers!  Learn to put in exposed, lapped, centered, and invisible zippers, with step-by-step examples.

Fee: $20  All supplies incl.

Monday, Sept. 22, 10A-12

 

T-Shirt Memory Quilt

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Skill /Machine:  all, any machine

Everyone has stashes of T-shirts they hate to give up even if they can’t be worn!  This quilt makes a wonderful gift, or a comforting reminder of the past. Call for fabric & interfacing requirements.  

Fee: $30

3 sessions: Mondays  1-4

Sept. 22, 29, Oct. 20

 

Woven Quilt

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Skill /Machine:  all

Fun and surprisingly easy technique using Steam-a-Seam to create one of a kind quilt top backdrops!  Add appliqué or embroidery, or just enjoy the waves. Call for fabric requirements.  Kit available.

Fee: $25

2 sessions:  Fridays, 2-4pm

Sept. 26 & Oct. 3

 

Sew Fest showfest!

Come in and see what’s new from Husqvarna Viking this fall—machines, accessories, and more.  Sandy & Emily share what they learned at SewFest.

Monday, Sept. 29, 10am-12

 

Anna’s Lanterns & Labels

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Skill /Machine:  emb

Bring a small embroidery design and make a luminary-type lantern from a simple jar and candle!

Fee: $35.  All supplies included

Wednesday, Oct. 1, 10am-12

 

Christmas Ideas

Come and share your ideas for Holiday decorations and gifts.  We’ll have lots, and so will others! 

Fee: $10

Monday, Oct. 6, 10am-12

Bali Bag

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Skill /Machine:  all

Make this 15”x15”x6” quilt-as-you-go tote with eight pockets in bright tropical colors (or your choice).  Call for fabric requirements.  Kit available

Fee: $25  Pattern included

2 sessions:  Mondays, 1-4pm

Oct. 6 & 13

 

Serger Heirloom Gown & Pillowcases

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Make this lovely nightgown in a traditional batiste or in a more practical fabric—like Sandy’s plaid!  Then make a few pillowcases to match.  Lovely as a gift, or just to pamper yourself.  Call for fabric requirements.  Kit available

Fee: $25  Includes pattern.

2 sessions:  Tuesdays, 1-4pm

Oct. 14 & 21

 

Heirloom Heart Pillow

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Skill /Machine:  all, computerized

Use lots of features on your sewing machine, and learn to use the feet also. 

Fee:  $25, all supplies included

Wednesday, Oct. 15, 1-4

 

(Sewing) Apron

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Skill /Machine:  all

It doesn't’ get much simpler than this cute little apron!  Customize the pockets for your own use, bind the edges.  Makes a blank for any embroidery—I used Lorelie’s Sewing Ladies.  Call for fabric requirements.  Kit available.

Fee: $15

Tuesday, Oct. 21, 10a-12

Bali Accessories

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Skill /Machine:  all

Make a small purse, wallet and other accessories to coordinate with your Bali Bag, or stand alone.  Call for fabric requirements.  Kit Available.

Fee: $25.  Includes pattern

2 sessions:  Mondays, 11-1

Oct. 27 & Nov 3

Sandy’s Linen Jacket

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Crisp and fresh looking, this fitted jacket with a peplum back is just what you need to perk up your fall and winter fashion look!  Call for fabric requirements.

Fee: $35  includes pattern

3 sessions:  Mondays, 2-4pm

Oct. 27, Nov. 3 & 10

Reversible Quilt Today

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Skill /Machine:  serger

One of the most practical and useful techniques you can learn!  Complete a small, reversible quilt with your serger in just one day.  Call for fabric & batting requirements.  Kit available.

Fee: $15

Tuesday, Oct. 28, 10am-4pm

Collage Jacket

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Skill /Machine:  all

Use fabric scraps to convert a sweatshirt into a one of a kind jacket, or fussy cut fabrics into a design.  Embellish with various threads and stitches—no two are ever alike!  Call for fabric requirements.

Fee: $25kit available

2 sessions:  Fridays, 11am-2

Oct. 31 & Nov. 7

Modern Sewing Chatelaine

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Skill /Machine:  all

If you’re always looking for your scissors, seam ripper, pen, etc., you need this handy holder to hang around your neck! Call for fabric req.  Kit available.

Fee: $15

Wednesday, Nov. 5, 1-4

Sandy’s Weskit Shirt

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Skill /Machine:  all, any machine

Love the windowpane shirt, but a little tired of the long, bulky look?  Trim the tails, tailor the sleeves, and add neat points to the front for a fresh new look! Bring a shirt or buy one, and a little interfacing.

Fee: $15

Tuesday, Nov. 11, 10-12

Or Friday, Nov. 21. 2-4

 

Castle Keeper Tote

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Skill /Machine:  all

Tote treasures safely in your own castle bag.  Roomy enough to hold all your stuff for an outing, or use as a craft bag or toy bag! You can even add computer printed family pictures in the windows! Call for fabric requirements.  Kit available.

Fee: $35   Pattern included

3 sessions: Mondays,  10A-12

Nov. 17, 24, Dec. 1

Super Strip Quilt Top

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Skill /Machine:  all

Use fat quarters or lots of your own scraps!  Strips are sewn together and blocks cut from them to form one of many interesting and variable layouts!  There is a book recommended, but not required. Call for fabric requirements.  Kit available.

Fee: $35

3 sessions: Mondays,  1-3pm

Nov. 17, 24, Dec. 1

Tag It!

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Skill /Machine:  emb

We all need help identifying our stuff!  Embroider tags and labels for your sewing machines, cords, luggage, and more.

Fee: $20  All supplies included

Wednesday, Nov. 19, 1-4pm

Sandy’s Holiday Potluck Dinner

Come and join us for fun and fellowship during our annual Holiday Dinner.  Husbands welcome!

Friday Dec. 5, 6pm

Building Block Bags

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Skill /Machine:  all

Looks unusual, but really very simple to do.  Make blocks , quilt and join, then sew a few seams and you have a roomy, reversible bag.  2 sizes. Call for fabric req.  Kit available.

 Fee: $20  Pattern included.

Wednesday, Dec. 10, 1-4pm

Custom Wallet

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Skill /Machine:  all

Looks very impressive—like the expensive ones, but so simple to make!  Call for fabric requirements.  Kit available.

Fee:  $25, includes vinyl, magnetic closure, and zipper.

Monday, Dec. 15, 1-4pm

Heirloom tucked Neckroll

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Skill /Machine:  all

Learn several heirloom techniques including inserts and three types of tucks.  Makes a lovely gift.  Call for fabric requirements.  Kit available.

Fee: $15 

Tuesday, Dec. 16, 1-4

 

Santa’s Workshops

Bring your projects and work on them! 

Fee  $10  if you need our stuff and our help!

Monday, Dec. 8, 1-3pm

Monday, Dec. 15, 10:30-12

Tuesday, Dec. 16, 10:30-12

Wednesday, Dec. 17, 1-3

Or by arrangement.