Sewing Classes
Sewing Classes for 2012 at our Cambridge store
97-99 King Street, Cambridge CB1 1LD
All workshops run from 10.00am until 4.00pm unless otherwise stated.
If you would like to informed of workshops by email please let us know at: cambridgesewingclasses@hotmail.co.uk
If you would like more details please call 01223 350691
Free tea and coffee will be provided! Prices are as stated below and vary between classes. A deposit is required to secure your place and is non refundable. The remaining balance is payable on the day of the class (or the first day of the session of a course).
Wednesday 16th May 2012 'QUILTING/QUILT AS YOU GO WORKSHOP' with Elaine Green
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
A workshop which covers the techniques of quilting with a walking foot, freehand quilting and how to 'Quilt as you Go' - ideal also for anyone participating in our Block of the Month Quilt.
Wednesday 23rd May 2012 'INTERMEDIATE KNITTING' with Pat Lister and Alison Sayward - 10.00am - 2.00pm
£25.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Covering lace, fairisle and cable. This workshop is for those who have already mastered basic knitting skills and want to take their skills to the next level.
Monday 28th May 2012 'CHARM BAGS' with Elaine Green
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
With a charm pack (5" squares) make a great bag. Choice of 3 sizes; from a cute handbag to a large tote bag, big enough to carry all your equipment to your class or workshop.
Monday 11th June 2012 'TRIANGLES QUILT' with Elaine Green
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
See what you can do with a 60 degree triangle ruler.
Friday 29th June 2012 'CANDLEWICK WORKSHOP' with Elaine Green - 10.00am - 2.00pm
£20.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Learn the technique of candlewicking using colonial knots. You will make a panel which can be turned into a cushion or the beginning of a larger project.
Monday 9th July 2012 'BEGINNERS' PATCHWORK' with Elaine Green
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Learn the basics of patchwork. How to rotary cut, use patchwork rulers and cutting mats and learn how to piece accurately.
** If a class or workshop is fully booked and you would be interested if it runs again, please call us and request to be placed on our waiting list.
Sewing Classes for 2012 at Our Bury Store
23 Hatter Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 1NE
All workshops run from 10.00am until 4.00pm (unless stated otherwise)
If you would like to be informed of workshops by email please let us know at: bury@sewcreative.co.uk
If you would like more details of workshops please call: (01284) 755459
Free tea and coffee will be provided! Prices are as stated below and vary between classes. A deposit is required to secure your place and is non-refundable. The remaining balance is payable on the day of the class (or the first day of the session of a course).
Friday 18th May 2012 'QUILT AS YOU GO WORKSHOP' with Pat Cooper
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Discover an easier way to "quilt" your quilts and put them together.
Saturday 19th May 2012 'TOTE BAG #2' with Elaine Green (** SORRY FULLY BOOKED)
£25.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Following our most popular tote bag – a new style for you to bring your equipment to workshops or take on your next shopping trip.
Thursday 24th May and Friday 25th May 2012 'APPLIQUE WORKSHOP' - 2 Day Course with Elaine Green
£40.00 (£20.00 deposit)
A two day workshop which will explore all the various types of appliqué – hand and machine. Make a sampler which will not only make a cute wall hanging, but also serve as a reference guide.
Friday 1st June 2012 'GARDEN TRELLIS' with Elaine Green
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
A stunning quilt or wall hanging which is ideal for large print floral fabrics and replicates flowers growing on a trellis.
Saturday 2nd June 2012 'BEGINNERS' PATCHWORK' with Pat Cooper (** SORRY CLASS FULL - NEW DATE NOW BOOKED)
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Learn the basics of patchwork. How to rotary cut, use patchwork rulers and cutting mats and learn how to piece accurately.
Tuesday 12th June 2012 'BEGINNERS' PATCHWORK' with Pat Cooper
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Learn the basics of patchwork. How to rotary cut, use patchwork rulers and cutting mats and learn how to piece accurately.
Friday 15th June 2012 'KALEIDOSCOPES' with Elaine Green
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Be amazed at how many different looks you can get from one fabric in this fascinating workshop. Make a quilt as small or large as you wish.
Saturday 16th June 2012 'QUILTING DAY' with Pat Cooper
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
A workshop which covers quilting with a walking foot, freehand machine quilting and hand quilting.
Thursday 21st June 2012 'CANDLEWICK WORKSHOP' with Elaine Green - 10.00am-2.00pm
£20.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Learn the techniques of Candlewicking using colonial knots. You will make a panel which can be turned into cushion or the beginning of a larger project.
Tuesday 26th June 2012 'JELLY ROLL' with Elaine Green
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Quick and easy with a choice of 2 styles and sizes using a Jelly Roll or Bali Pop - join us for a day of fun.
Wednesday 27th June 2012 'GET TO KNOW YOUR SEWING MACHINE' with Pat Cooper
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Find out what your sewing machine can do. Blind hemming, buttonholes, over-casting and much more. Get the most from your machine and enjoy sewing.
Tuesday 3rd July 2012 'QUILT WITH NO NAME #3' with Elaine Green
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
The next in our 'Quilt with No Name' series, using large squares and some piecing, a quilt which comes together very quickly with a stunning result.
Saturday 7th July 2012 'JELLY ROLL RUSH' with Elaine Green
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
IDEAL FOR BEGINNERS - All you need is a Jelly Roll and a few pre-wound bobbins - come along and have a fun day and join the latest craze!!!! The easiest quilt top you will ever make in the shortest amount of time. How fast can you complete yours????
Monday 16th July 2012 'INTRODUCTION TO FOUNDATION PIECING' with Elaine Green
£30.00 (£10.00 deposit)
Learn the technique of foundation piecing. Make a gorgeous cushion for your home or as a gift in a crazy patchwork style and utilise some of the decorative stitches on your sewing machine.
Wednesday 5th September 2012 and Wednesday 12th September 2012 'CHENILLE BAG' - 2 Week Course with Elaine Green
£50.00 (£20.00 deposit)
A 2-day workshop in which you will learn the technique of making chenille and then use the chenille you have made to make a wonderful bag.
‘Sit and finish your UFOs!' - Self-help quilting, knitting & crochet group
£5.00
Most Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. 10am – 4pm. ALL WELCOME - PLEASE TELEPHONE FIRST TO CONFIRM DATES
MORE NEW CLASSES COMING IN 2012
Register your interest now and we will notify you once dates are confirmed.
DRUNKARD’S PATH, STYLISH BOW HANDBAG, FUN WITH TRIANGLES, LAYER CAKE, JACOB'S LADDER, A NEW GROMMET BAG AND MANY MORE!!!!
'BLOCKS OF THE MONTH'
Join one of our very popular Blocks of the Month - Fabric and full instructions provided -
YOU SELECT YOUR OWN COLOURWAY FROM OUR HUGE RANGE OF FABRICS IN THE SHOP
NOW STARTED – JOIN NOW
"Stars Galore Medallion” Quilt - £15.00 per month
A challenging block of the month for more experienced quilters – 12 different stars surrounding a large medallion star centrepiece.
"Sunbonnet Sue"Applique Quilt - £15.00 per month
A traditional Sunbonnet Sue quilt which you can customise to make it unique to you.
OR JOIN ONE OF OUR EXISTING BLOCKS OF THE MONTH
Mystery Block of the Month - £10.00 per month
Great for beginners - Make 12 or 24 blocks and create a beautiful sampler quilt.
"Seeing Stars" Block of the Month - £15.00 per month
Make 2 blocks per month and create a stunning large star quilt.
Block "4" the Month - Miniature Quilt - £10.00 per month
Make 4 mini blocks per month and create a lovely lap quilt.
"On Point Sampler" Mystery Block of the Month - £15.00 per month
Make one large block per month and create a stunning ‘on point’ sampler quilt.
‘A Year in Baskets’ Applique Quilt- £10.00 per month
Make a ‘themed’ basket block each month which you can either hand or machine appliqué.
Call in or phone with requests for different courses. We may be able to oblige.
10% Loyalty Scheme available.