October/November Schedule 2019
October classes start Monday, October 7th
November classes: Weeks of Nov. 4, 11, 25, and Dec. 2nd.
School closed Thanksgiving week!
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Greetings!
With temperatures in the 90's you would never know it is autumn! Crazy temperatures for September so let's look forward to October and November--nicer weather and a new schedule for the sewing school. Many classes in the beginner category remain the same. I always offer a class in the intermediate/advanced categories.
October/November brings us the Core Class, the Shirt. Good for men or women, the details included give you a gorgeous, professional garment. I love making mine out of baby wale corduroy, large enough to wear like a casual jacket--a good look with jeans.
Field trips are on the horizon this fall. Check out the list of activities and see if you can join us.
Our open house this year features an exhibit of sample garments from our classes. Come and see these garments and see what you too can accomplish with some help from our classes. We try to rotate different classes throughout the year to help students with changing schedules.
Open House
Sunday, September 22nd
3:00-5:00
Come see our samples and the garments that went to the State Fair!
See you Sunday!
Hugs,
Marguerite
To register click below!!
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Don't Miss These ! We have a space just for you!
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Intermediate Core Class
The Shirt
Get into the basics of sewing at the intermediate level. Our classic shirt with a convertible collar, pockets, sleeves, plackets, cuffs, buttons and buttonholes. The back of this shirt is pleated into a self-lined yoke with forward shoulder seams and a narrow hem. The fit will be perfect and the finishes will be professional. All of these details will eliminate the "loving hands at home" touch. Make this for yourself or a loved one. Take your sewing to the next level.
Tuesdays:
5:30-8:30
Tuition
: $370 (8 weeks)
includes pattern
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Sewing Retreat
Montgomery Bell State Park
November 22, 23, 24th
Get together with a great group of sewing friends and enjoy hours of uninterrupted sewing time under the guidance of Marguerite, with everyone's opinions on projects. You will work on your own teacher approved project. We sew in a beautiful suite with a wall of windows overlooking a lake.
This weekend is for former and current students that are not beginners..
Very limited space.
Call for all the details!
615-269-0453
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Creative high school students will learn how to use a sewing machine, follow pattern instructions and create fashionable clothes that fit!! If you have a love for fashion, have a unique style, are thinking about a career in fashion design, or just love to sew, this class if for you! Many students use their skills in applying to fashion design school, colleges and future jobs.
Come by for a visit!!!!
Machines Provided. You may use your machine if you have an instruction book.
Wednesdays
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After school until 6:00
Tuition
: $180 (4 classes)
Start at the beginning of any month.
Registration fee
: $80, includes sewing kit and pattern
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Creative kids, ages 10 and up, learn how to use a sewing machine, follow a simple pattern and create their own clothes. We start with a skirt! Machines provided!
Students can use their own machine if they have an instruction book and the machine is not a toy.
This is a great after school activity.
Class runs entire year.
Mondays
3:45-5:45
Tuition:
$120 (4/2hr classes)
Start at the beginning of any month.
Registration fee
:
$80, includes sewing kit and pattern
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This class is for the student who has never sewn or has minimal skills--a good refresher if you have not sewn in many years. Students learn how to thread a sewing machine, cut out a pattern, follow the instructions and create a wrap skirt or an elastic waisted pencil skirt/casual pants for men! Machines provided. You may use your machine if you have an instruction book.
Mondays
6:00-9:00
Tuesdays
10:00-1:00
Tuition:
$180 4/3hr classes
Start at the beginning of any month.
Registration fee
: $80, includes sewing kit and pattern.
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Learn to use a sewing machine and create beautiful and unique items for your home. Students learn how to use a sewing machine, follow pattern instructions, choose fabric and take careful measurements. Our projects are:
placemats, a table runner, pillows, and a round table cloth with large cording. After these requirements are filled students can choose their own, teacher approved, project that will enhance their home. Some students are even choosing to quilt.
Wednesdays
11:30-2:30
Tuition
$180 4/3hr classes
Start at the beginning of any month.
Registration fee:
$80, includes sewing kit and pattern
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Boot Camp
October 5th and 6th
Intermediate and advanced students
Have a weekend of uninterrupted sewing time with the assistance of Marguerite. Very limited enrollment!
Saturday
9:00-12:00 Workshop in school.
12:00-1:00 Snack lunch provided.
1:00-5:00 Creative stitching
Sunday
1:00-5:00 Creative stitching
What is included:
Consultation on project before weekend.
Use of classroom equipment.
All instruction.
One-on-one critique of your work.
A sewing experience like no other.=!!!
Saturday
--8 hours--$150
Sunday
--4 hours--$75
Bargain
: $200 weekend
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Fall Field Trips
Downton Abbey Movie
-oh, those costumes
Regal Cinemas 100 Oaks
date to be announced
Manuel Documentary
Regal Cinemas 100 Oaks
Saturday October 12
10:30 am.
Quilt Show
Cumberland Valley Quilters Association
Historic, Franklin Tennessee
October 11th, 10:00-4:00
St Phillips Catholic Center
Admission $5.00
Textile Fabric Sewing Competition
Saturday, October 19th
10:00--6:00
Please call the school for more details. Some tickets have to be bought ahead of time.
August Field Trip Report
A group of students joined Ms. Debbie and me for lunch at J. Alexanders on our day off from school. After a delightful lunch, we went over to the
Bernina Sewing Station to shop together. Bernina has a wonderful assortment of cotton fabrics that compliment and coordinate with each other. These cottons can be used for clothing, quilting or creative projects. Everyone went home with fabric and an assortment of new sewing tools. Linda Miller was the lucky winner of the door prize given by the school.
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What is a core class?
Core classes are for those that are ready to go past beginning sewing and are ready for the next step. These teaching classes are 8 weeks..
Our
core classes
are:
The
skirt
class : a custom fit, pencil skirt. Students learn how to fit the skirt, insert a regular zipper, lining and a beautiful waistband.
The
shirt
class (offered in Oct/Nov). This follows the
skirt
class.: Students custom fit a shirt/tunic.
Details include: collars, plackets, continuous bound placket, cuffs, pockets, buttons and buttonholes.
These are your sewing basics!!
Good for all students as a refresher or learning for the first time.
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Have fitting issues, need pattern instructions interpreted, need a hem pinned up, need creative ideas? This class is a mentoring, advice and support class. Students choose their instructor approved project, we take your garments to the next level with details that add the "wow" factor to your sewing. Patterns are chosen for your skill level. Time to complete some of your "unfinished symphonies" with encouragement from our teachers! This is a fun, relaxing, class--"me" time!
Thursdays
5:30-8:30
Tuition:
$180 4/3hr classes
Start at the beginning of any month.
Registration fee
: $80, includes sewing kit and pattern.
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Open House
Sunday, September 22nd
3:00-5:00
Come see what we are up to in our charming little cottage.
On display will be projects from all of our classes.
Munchies included.
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Our lives are soooo busy! If our schedule doesn't work with your schedule then come take a private lesson.
During this private lesson time you will choose your project and what exactly you want to learn. We will customize this experience for you.
Tuition
$100 for two hours for one person.
Class scheduled at a mutually agreeable time with one of our amazing teachers.
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Sewing Kit
Includes:
Registration fee
Sewing Box
Fabric Scissors
Glass Head Pins
Seam Gauge
Chalk Pencil
Measuring Tape
Seam Ripper
Pattern for first project!
Tote Bag
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This 1940;s cottage is a a sewing heaven! Every square foot is filled with sewing equipment, samples of our work and thread everywhere!!! Give us a call and stop by for a tour!
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I have been teaching sewing for over 30 years. Watkins institute was my sewing home for the first 10 years of teaching. I am still teaching all of those wonderful core classes I taught at Watkins. Come take a class!
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