Join us this year for a “special” 2-day Sew Fair on November 1st and 2nd. We are pleased to welcome Sylvain Bergeron, a highly sought-after Educator with BERNINA, who has been teaching sewing, embroidery, quilting and software for over 25 years. An award-winning quilter specializing in abstract embroidered art quilts, Sylvain believes in using the right tools to get the best results. No matter what brand you own, you’ll learn from his presentations and his engaging, enjoyable teaching style! 

Friday, November 1st:

• 10:00am-12:00pm: Put Your Best Foot Forward (variety of techniques and feet)
• 1:00pm-3:00pm: Best Results All The Way To The Edge (edge finishes and bindings)

Saturday, November 2nd:

• 10:00am-12:00pm: The Ins and Outs of Applique
• 1:00pm-3:00pm: All Tuckered Up – pintucks from small to large

 This is a FREE event, but there's limited seating, so call now to sign up! (410-465-6366) 

Sedona Skirt or Maui Pants

with Pattie Otto

Friday, October 18th, 10:30am-4:30pm.

Skill Level: Intermediate                          

Class Fee: $60

You choose: make the Sedona Skirt or the Maui Pants! Just tell us your choice when you sign up!

The Sedona Skirt is a unique five-panel skirt with a full lower yoke, elastic waist, and asymmetrical hem. You can make it long or short and from rayon challis or cotton batiks! The comfy Maui pants or capris are easy to sew and fun to wear. Both patterns are multi-sized, and Pattie will have all sizes of try-ons available to help you select your correct size. The class will cover layout and cutting, construction, and finishing. Pattie will also show you how to easily cut and handle lightweight fabrics, stabilize bias edges and share tips for sewing elastic waistbands. 



Woven Fabric Basket

with Cheryl McLeod

Thursday, October 24th, 10:30am-3:30pm

Skill Level: Beginner  

Class Fee: $50

Use fabric with a theme (chocolate!) or just colors you love to give this simple basket extra pizazz! Cheryl teaches you how to “weave” fabric to create a nifty 3-D effect. You’ll leave with a small woven basket just in time for treat season!

Casual Shirt with Style

with Pattie Otto

Friday, October 25th, 10:30am-4:30pm.

Skill Level: Intermediate                          

Class Fee: $60

Pattie’s hands-on class offers two options for a casual drop shoulder shirt. The St. Croix offers a traditional turn back collar with facing and optional front pocket. The Malibu Top has an asymmetrical front closure with a turn back collar or curved front. You’ll also have sleeve length variations to choose from! Class begins with accurate measurements and try-on samples to help you determine your pattern size. Pattie will assist in any fitting issues you might have and show you how to alter the pattern. Class also includes cutting and construction assistance as well as interfacing tips while you create your shirt.

Beginner Garment Sewing - Sonoma Tee for Kids or Adults!

with Pattie Otto

Saturday, November 23rd, 10:00am-3:30pm.

Skill Level: Beginner                          

Class Fee: $60

This class is designed to help beginners with the basics of looking at a pattern, identifying fabrics, laying out and cutting fabric, seaming and hemming a garment. Those requiring instruction on how to use their machine should arrive at 10:00. If you already know the basics (bobbin winding, threading, common stitches), please arrive at 10:30. All ages from 13 upward are welcome. There are two Sonoma Tee patterns - one for Teens & Tweens, and the other for adults. Great for a "mother/daughter" day of sewing!

Fun Rope Projects! with Cheryl McLeod

Thursday, December 5th, 10:30am-2:30pm

Skill Level: Beginner                     

Class Fee: $40



Working with rope is one of the latest obsessions going around the sewing world and with creative fun projects like these, it’s easy to see why! Cheryl will show you the “ropes” and you’ll leave with a pair of snowman ornaments and a bracelet – along with the knowledge and desire to make more on your own! 

Slice Rug with Lisa Cowan

Friday, December 13th, 10:30am-4:30pm



Skill Level: Beginner                     

Class Fee: $60

If you can do a straight and zig-zag stitch on your machine, you can make this easy Slice Rug with 2-1/2” fabric strips! The pattern is for a crescent-shaped rug that makes a great gift! Use holiday fabrics or a roll of strips you’ve been hanging on to for that “some day” project. These rugs are addictive and go together quickly – start with strips of fabric and end with a fabulous little rug for your kitchen, entryway – or wherever!

Learn to quilt with us!



Easy Quilt Project in a Day

with Pat Brousil

Friday, November 22nd, 10:30am-4:30pm

Skill Level: Beginner

Class Fee: $80 (includes kit with all fabric and batting)

This is a great class for those who have not quilted before, or if you have created a top (or several) and aren't sure what to do next! Take the mystery out of the quilting process. Pat will lead you through making a simple pieced block, quilting it, and then binding it. You'll leave with a pretty table topper you'll be proud to show off as your first project - or as a gift!

A kit with all necessary fabrics is included in the class fee.

“Just Piecing” series with Pat Brousil

Every month a new block showcasing a new piecing technique! This series has been so helpful that we will be repeating a few of the earlier sessions beginning in September. For sessions beyond the first one, some experience using a rotary cutter is recommended. A working knowledge of your sewing machine is required. If you are uncertain, please ask!

“Just Piecing” Sew and Flip

with Pat Brousil

A Repeat of Session #2!

Friday, October 4th, 10:30am-1:00pm

Skill Level: Beginner   Class Fee: $25

Make a block using the “Sew and Flip” technique, where you’ll also learn about accurate matching of seams, monochromatic color schemes and strip piecing.

“Just Piecing” #8 Eight-Point Star

with Pat Brousil

Monday, October 7th, 10:30am-1:00pm

Skill Level: Confident Beginner  

Class Fee: $25

An 8-point star is a lovely block with endless color possibilities! Pat will also explain all about inset seams.

“Just Piecing” #9 “54-40 or Fight!”

with Pat Brousil

Monday, December 2nd, 10:30am-1:00pm

Skill Level: Beginner                      

Class Fee: $25



A versatile block with an interesting history! This pattern can look completely different depending on what colors and values you choose. Fussy cut the center or piece it, too! Piece blocks with mirror images and create “V Blocks” – a quilting classic! 

“Just Piecing” Half Square Triangles

with Pat Brousil

A repeat of session #3!

Friday, December 6th, 10:30am-1:00pm



Skill Level: Beginner                      

Class Fee: $25

This session will focus on two methods of piecing half square triangles, strip piecing, and accurate matching of seams. Scrap color schemes will also be discussed.

NEW CLASS! 

Frosty Wall Hanging

with Cheryl McLeod

Friday, January 10th, 10:30am-4:30pm

Skill Level: Confident Beginner              

Class Fee: $60



Using a Sew Kind of Wonderful Pattern, you’ll make a delightful “Posh Frosty” snowman wall-hanging – complete with magical hat! The special QCR (Quick Curve Ruler) Mini tool makes piecing a snap and Cheryl helps you through the 28”X38” project in a day. Why not come have a jolly sewing time on a brrr-rr-r winter’s day?

Serger Book Cover

with Lisa Cowan

Monday, October 21st, 10:30am-4:30pm

Skill Level: Beginner  

Class Fee: $60

Piece and embellish this fabric book cover on your serger! Make a great gift for your favorite book-lover! Requires cover stitch and chain stitch capable machine.

Serger Piped Christmas Tree

with Lisa Cowan

Monday, November 18th, 10:30am-2:30pm

Skill Level: Beginner                      

Class Fee: $40



Use your serger to create piping, then wrap it around and around, embellish with little critters, ornaments or lights, and you have a fun & easy centerpiece for the upcoming winter holidays! 

Embroidered Rope Bowl with Handles!

with Cheryl McLeod



Friday, October 11th, 10:30am-4:30pm

Skill Level: Confident Beginner  

Class Fee: $60

Rope bowls are all the rage, and we’re on board! Join Cheryl for a lovely project that starts with an embroidered base and winds rope up into simple handles! You’ll learn about fabric wrapping and adding embellishments, too! Note: if you do not have an embroidery machine, never fear! There are alternatives!

Foot of the Month Club

with Terri Miller

This sampler class is an exploration of your sewing machine and accessory attachments available for your machine, and using decorative stitches for applique and embellishment. Don’t want a quilt? These blocks could be turned into pillows, bags, table runners, etc. Pattern is included in the class fee each month.

October Foot of the Month

"Piping Feet"

Thursday, October 10th

1:30PM -4:30PM

Club fee: $30

December Foot of the Month

"Fringe Foot"

Thursday, December 12th

1:30PM -4:30PM

Club fee: $30

October Free Motion:

"Basic Spirals"

Saturday, October 5th

10:30AM -12:30PM

Club fee: $20

December Free Motion:

"Stacked Coins"

Saturday, December 7th

10:30AM -12:30PM

Club fee: $20

October Embroidery Club:

"Boo Treat Bag"



Thursday, October 10th

10:30AM -12:30PM

Club fee: $20

December Embroidery Club:

"Corner Bookmark"



Thursday, December 12th

10:30AM -12:30PM

Club fee: $20

October Solaris Club:

"Freestanding Ric-Rac"



Saturday, October 12th

10:30AM -12:30PM

Club fee: $20

December Solaris Club:

"Measure Once, Cut Twice"



Saturday, December 14th

10:30AM -12:30PM

Club fee: $20

IQ Designer Club

with Terri Miller

Get creative with IQ Designer Club - for all machines with IQ designer capability. Welcome Solaris, Destiny, Altair, Meridian owners. All levels welcome - so many features to explore!

October IQ Designer Club:

"Line Art - Hot Air Balloon Design"

Saturday, October 12th

1:30PM -3:30PM

Club Fee: $20

December IQ Designer Club:

"Corner Bookmark"

Saturday, December 14th

1:30PM -3:30PM

Club Fee: $20

October Serger Club:

"Little Pouch with Piping Trim - piping on your Serger!"

Saturday, October 19th

10:30AM -12:30PM

Club fee: $20



December Serger Club:

"Treat Bags for Any Holiday!"

Saturday, December 21st

10:30AM -12:30PM

Club fee: $20