one hour workshops
$10 (including supplies)
One hour. One project. Ahh sweet success! We'll focus on easy, simple, affordable projects. You can practically steal the supplies and teacher's advice for a mere $10
These workshops are a great place to Start Sewing, and good for all ages. They are beginning workshops for people who have little or no sewing experience.
Russian Doll Ornament
3 colors of felt
embroidery thread
Craft glue
Fat Quarter Trick-or-Treat Bag:
1 fat quarter
1/2 yard grosgrain ribbon
One spool of thread
Oil & chalk cloth coaster:
scraps of oilcloth, 4"x4"
scraps of chalk cloth, 4"x4"
thread
Sweet Napkins: Four napkins
2 fat quarters
One spool of thread
Wine Bag/Gift Bag:
1 fat quarter
Spool of thread
Recycled Wool Mittens:
Felted wool sweater
Thread
Recycled Sweater into a Hat:
An old sweater (preferably wool)
A head
Spool of thread
Embroidery:
Linen Scrap
Embroidery thread
Iron on pattern (if you want)
Envelope Pillow:
1/2 yard fabric
18 x 18 pillow form (not provided)
Spool of thread
Fruit Embroidery:
Pattern from Handmade Soirees by Karrie Meng (pg 27)
Embroidery thread
Scrap of linen or tea towel
go to our blog (and facebook) for other ideas
(and youtube tutorials)
also!
sew lounge (open sewing: bring your project, borrow the machines, ask advice and hob nob with other loungers) open from
6-9p
For all classes:
We are project oriented and we make sure you leave class with a finished project.
Classes take place at Selvedge. (on the Hip Strip at 509 S Higgins Ave)
Stop by Selvedge before class to sign up and to get 15% off your supplies.
Our classes have a minimum and maximum number of students. If not enough people sign up we will have to cancel the class.
Due to our small class sizes we cannot accommodate cancellations. We will be happy to reschedule you one time.
If you have any questions just call or come in, we are here to help! 406-541-7171
more one hour ideas:
Dorm Pillow:
1-1 1/2 yards fabric (depending on the size of your pillow form)
Pillow form
22" invisible zipper to match
Spool of thread
Fabric Covered Bulletin Board:
Bulletin board (new, used, whatever works for your space!)
Fabric to suit (we'll help you figure out how much you need)
Curtains:
supplies will depend on the size of your windows.
TAKE MEASUREMENTS! Then bring your numbers in and we'll help you pick out the perfect amount.
Spool of thread
Silk Screening:
Something to print on (use your imagination: t-shirt, fabric, canvas bag, apron....)
Paint and use of screen provided (call if you want to design your own screen)
Gardening Gloves:
1/4 yard of knit
Stash Bag Supply List:
1/3 yard exterior fabric
1/3 yard for your interior
3/4 - 1 yard of ribbon for the tie
Please choose a cotton or linen fabric to ensure a successful project.
One spool of thread
Fat 1/4 Envelope Pillow:2 fat quarters of your choice (or 1/2 yard if you prefer)18 x 18 pillow formSpool of threadPretty Pillow Cases:1 1/2 yards cotton fabricSpool of thread Fabric Covered Canvases:
1 yard of focus fabric-we recommend something with a random pattern that will make a statement and look like art.
A canvas the size you want your wall hanging to be
We'll lend you our staple gun
Rose Headband:
Pattern from Sewing Bits & Pieces by Sandi Henderson (pg 154)
3 torn strips of silk or voile for the roses 1" wide
3" x 3" square of felt
5" of elastic
4 strips of silk or voile 2 1/2" wide
Coin Purse:
1/4 yard of cotton fabric
1/4 of coordinating ribbon
One button
Spool of thread
Laquered Tabletop:
One table that could use a little...something (or a lampshade or whatever!)
Spray adhesive
Laquer
Images (paper, fabric, etc)
Felt Snowman:
One square of felt
Embroidery thread and embellishments
Headband:
1/4 of stetchy fabric
embellishments
Free Motion Embellishment: (the perfect addition to your simple skirt or a 1/4 yard scarf!)
Some scraps
Stitch witchery
Spool(s) of thread
1/4 yard Scarf:
A 1/4 yard of wool or cashmere - ripped, not cut
That's it...
Sweet Napkins: one napkin
2 fat quarters
Spool of thread
Cafe Apron:
2 fat quarters
2 yards of ribbon
Spool of thread
Decorating Style
Bring magazine clippings that you admire
Think about your favorite pieces of furniture, or parts of your house
Look beyond magazines for inspiration - don't forget about function and get inspired by anything
Velvet Ornament:
Small piece of silk velvet
Beads and ribbons for embellishment
Round ornament blank
Glue
Pin Cushion:
A plastic bottle cap
Small piece of felt
Embriodery thread
Small amount of batting
Bib:
1 fat quarter
1/2 yard of ribbon for tie
Spool of thread
T-shirt Bunny:
Pattern from Alabama Stitch Book by Natalie Chanin (pg 159)
Old t-shirts in 2 different colors
Embroidery Thread
Batting
Felt Ornament:
1 square of felt
Embroidery thread
Small piece of ribbon
Small amount of batting
Christmas Stocking:
1 fat quarter
Trims and embellishments
Spool of thread
Patchwork:
Scraps
Spool of thread