Drop Spindle Spinning Workshop, 3/30
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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 Feb. 23, 12-2pm, or March 30, 12-2pm
$45 a person includes a drop spindle to keep, and fiber to get started!
Sewing with Knits
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Knits don't have to be out of reach! In this two session course, Katia Anible of Dima Custom Clothing will show you how to sew with knits on a regular sewing machine.
Two sessions: April 2, 6 to 8pm, and
April 9, 6 to 8pm
Knitting 101
Learn the foundations of knitting with Alyssa Welty! Offered on the first Sunday of each month from 12-2pm. Optional: Stay for Sewcial Knitting afterwards for an extra two hours of supported practice!
Materials:
Students are welcome to bring their own needles and yarn, or to purchase a material pack at the class with a skein of yarn and corresponding needles ($6 and up depending on the yarn).
Note: Please specify the month of the class you will be attending at check out. Thanks!
Intuitive Stitch
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, April 13th, 12-2 PM $25
Sunday, May 18th, 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.
Learn to Sew on a Machine, April-May
A class series for total beginners, aged sixteen* to adult. Gain proficiency in machine sewing by making pajama shorts, a custom apron, a zipper pouch and more.
Thursdays 6-8pm
April 24-June22
*Younger teens are invited to join if participating with an adult also taking the class.
Repair & Wear HandMending Series
Repair and Wear:
Handmending Series
6:00-7:30pm Tuesdays at SewGreen. Postponed, starting 3/11
Week 1: Patches
Week 2: Woven Darning
Week 3: Stretchy Sock Darning
Week 4: Swiss Darning
$85 a person for the series or $25 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.
Sew a Minimalist Wardrobe, Spring/Summer Edition
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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+
March 8, 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.
March 22, 1-4: Sew a Boxy Top
Learn how to sew a minimalist modern top that's customizable and stylish.
April 12, 1-4: 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.
April 26, 1-5: Sew a Pair of Shorts
Classic styling meets comfort in these elastic waist shorts with optional in seam pockets.
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. |