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Drop Spindle Spinning Workshop, 7/27
Join us as we explore the history and mechanics of spinning, and use a drop spindle to create our very own yarn in this beginner drop spindle workshop. Whether you’re an experienced knitter or crocheter looking to expand your skills or entirely new to the world of fiber crafts, this workshop is for you. Spinning, though it might initially be daunting, has a rich history spanning thousands of years and offers a meditative creative outlet.
Offered June 29, 12-2pm, or July 27, 12-2pm
$25 a person, additional $20 for material kit (a drop spindle to keep, and fiber to get started)
Sew a Minimalist Wardrobe, Summer Edition
Build your apparel sewing skills (and your wardrobe) with these progressively more challenging workshops. Take one, two, or all of them!
We provide the sewing machines, you pick out the fabric. SewGreen will have selected fabric to purchase for each project, or you can bring something from your stash. We suggest woven, non-stretchy, and soft apparel fabric like linen, gauze, cotton, etc.
This is an adult class. 16+
Please note that we have expanded the hours of these classes (but not the price) to give slower sexists time to finish. It's possible that you will finish the project up to an hour early depending on your speed and skill level.
July 5, 1-4pm: Sew a Tote Bag
In this introductory workshop, beginner sewists, or anyone in need of a refresh, will learn their way around a sewing machine and practice the basics by making a beautiful and functional tote bag.
July 12, 1-5: Sew a Boxy Top
Learn how to sew a minimalist modern top that's customizable and stylish.
July 19, 1-5: Sew a Gathered Skirt
Made for your body with a gathered elastic waist and optional in seam pockets, this is sure to be a project you will wear again and again.
July 26, 1-5: Sew a Pair of Shorts
Classic styling meets comfort in these elastic waist shorts with optional in seam pockets.
Keep going with Sew a Sun Hat on Aug. 2
Embroidery with Words (3 Sessions)
Three Sundays: July 6, July 20, Aug 3, 12-2pm
Explore the basics of creative embroidery with words--from fabrics, threads, and stitches with Margaret from Thread Lightly Sewing. Each of the three sessions will explore different stitches and techniques for your project.
(Optional: Stay for free Sewcial Stitching for two more hours of stitching!)
Material kits will be available for purchase, or bring your own.
Intuitive Stitch, 7/13 and 8/10
Intuitive Stitch
Immerse yourself in peaceful stitching with Laura Braaten as you learn to let go of goals and pressure. This simple and powerful approach to hand stitching is great for decreasing stress and freeing your creative muse. No experience necessary! Materials will be provided, and additional kits will be available for purchase.
Sunday, July 13, 12-2 PM $25
Sunday, August 10, 12-2 PM $25
Take one session or both.
Optional: Stay for Sewcial Stitching afterwards for an extra two hours of stitching!
Children age 7 and up who want to take the class are welcome with an adult who is also taking the class.
Sew Some Undies, 7/17
July 17, 6-8pm
How great would it be to make your own undies??? In this class we will follow a pattern and sew up some comfy stretchy underwear. Bring your own jersey fabric or use some of ours. This class is for advanced beginners or experienced sewists. Led by Angela Levy.
Past Classes
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Sew a Linen Top
Bring your own linen fabric or buy it at SewGreen! Leave with your own linen top and a personalized pattern to make more! Experience with a sewing machine required. Saturday, 6/8, 12 - 4 pm. $60 |
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Sew a Sun Hat
This class is for teens and adults. Follow a pattern and sew your own sun hat with fabric of your choosing. Led by Amelia Rosenthal. Prerequisite: "Sew a Tote Bag" or experience sewing with a machine. |
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Slow Stitch with Margaret Ball
Relax your mind while learning basic embroidery stitches and making a one-of-a-kind piece of textile art. No experience required! Materials and tools provided, but you are welcome to bring a special piece of fabric you'd like to work with. May 23, June 6, and June 20, 6-7:30 $25 a session or pre-register for all three for $65 |
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Texture and Twists: Crochet for Advanced Beginners to Intermediate
Classes will cover Anatomy of Stitches: Back Loop, Front Loop, and Third Loop Simple Combinations and Basic Cables, and a project choice of dishcloth or lightweight hat. Registration is required and upon registration materials lists will be provided. You can bring materials or purchase a kit at the store the day of the class. Class cost is $15 per person per class, or $35 for the full series if you register in advance for all sessions. June 11th, 18th and 25th, 4:30 - 5:30 |
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Repair and Wear:
Handmending Series 4:00-5:30pm Thursdays at SewGreen. Starts Mar. 21 Week 1: Classic Darning Week 2: Swiss Darning Week 3: Basic Patching Week 4: Sashiko Patching Week 5: Visible Mending $75 a person for the series or $20 a class. Bring your own clothing to practice on and repair. Suggested items: sweaters or socks with holes, jeans with holes, etc. Tools and thread will be available to use during the class. Taught by Seamstress Margaret Ball of Thread Lightly Sewing. No experience necessary, beginners welcome. |
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Learn to Crochet: From Stitch to Garment
Have you seen more and more crochet garments popping up in on trend fashion and wanted to try to make one on your own? We've got you covered. Whether you're an absolute beginner or you've dabbled a bit in crochet when your grandmother tried to teach you as a kid, you can leave this class series with a garment of your very own started and the skills to read patterns and make wearables. You can attend as many or as few classes as you'd like, but if you've never crocheted before or it's been a while since you have, we recommend registering for the whole series. Whole series: $35. Week by week is $15 a week. |
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Beginner Machine Sewing Class!
In this class students (teen to adult) will learn the parts of a sewing machine, how to operate a sewing machine, and complete a tote bag. If you are a beginner, this class is a prerequisite for other more advanced sewing classes including the upcoming "Sew a Sun Hat" and "Sew a Linen Top" Register for the whole three session series for a 15% discount. |